Cheam Common Junior Academy
Weekly Newsletter
Friday 22nd December 2023
Cheam Common Junior Academy: Kingsmead Avenue, Worcester Park, KT4 8UT
Email: ccjoffice@leoacademytrust.co.uk http://www.cheamcommon.org.uk/
School Updates
All members of staff at Cheam Common Junior Academy would like to wish our families a Merry Christmas.
We hope you have a restful, happy and safe Christmas holidays.
We will see you again on Monday 8th January.
Goodbye, Mrs Martin!
After 17 years at Cheam Common Junior Academy, Mrs Martin bids us farewell this week. A pillar of our community, she leaves a legacy of passion, support, and unwavering kindness. Though we'll miss her dearly, we celebrate the countless lives touched and the number of children that she has helped over the years. Thank you, Mrs Martin.
Christmas Performances
Thank you to all of our families who came along to watch our year group Christmas performances this week. We are so proud of the children. Remember that these performances can be viewed on your child's Google Classroom.
David Sweetland
It is with deep regret that we have been informed of the passing of Mr Sweetland who worked for both the Infants and Juniors in a variety of roles for many years. He was also known outside of school for his dedication to 4th Worcester Park Scouts. I know you will join us in sending our sincere condolences to his family.
Music Lessons at Cheam Common
JamCoding Clubs: Spring Term
We host the JamCoding Clubs at Cheam Common on Monday and Tuesday afternoons.
If you are interested in signing your child up to one of these clubs, please follow the following links:
2024 Spring Cheam Common Junior KS2 Multi ASC.pdfMerit Assembly
On Wednesday morning, we celebrated the termly achievements of our children in Merit Assembly.
Merit Awards are handed out at the end of each term and two children per class are chosen. Principal's Perseverance Awards are also awarded in Year 6. In year groups, there are awards for reading, writing, art, maths and handwriting, as well as various sports awards. You can see the names of the winners in our Stars of the Week section.
We also watched the first ever episode of CCJ Sports, our Cheerleading performances and heard our Choir sing.
Our Book Wishlist
Children across the school wrote a wishlist of the different books that they would like to see in their library and their classrooms.
We have collated this wishes and have put together an Amazon Wish List, which can be found here. If parents and families wish, there are over a hundred books that children are desperate to read on the list and these can be ordered as a present to our school. Alternatively, if you notice a book on the list that your children no longer read, we are always grateful for any donations!
It has also been suggested by our children that, on a birthday, rather than bringing sweets in for their classmates, children choose a book on the list that they would like to donate to their class. This also falls in line with our commitment to promoting healthy lifestyles. On the order, there is an option to leave a message - you can specify which class the book is for. As ever, we recognise that money can be tight so please note that this is entirely optional. Any support is always appreciated.
Weekly School and Sporting News Stories
It was another busy week of events at Cheam Common!
🎵 Christmas Performances: On Monday and Tuesday, each year group performed their Christmas songs to their parents, both in the morning and in the evening. They were exceptional and all children should be very proud of themselves.
🪐 Year 5 Space Day: On Tuesday, our Year 5 children celebrated their Science exit point by dressing up in many different space-themed outfits. They each undertook 'Astronaut training' to prepare them for what it feels like to be an astronaut.
🎁 Christmas Card donations: On Tuesday morning, members of our School Council visited some of our local communities to donate Christmas cards. We visited Elmglade Residential Home and Christchurch with St Philip with our cards and festive messages.
⭐️ Merit Assembly: On Wednesday morning, we celebrated our achievements in our termly Merit Assembly. Various awards such as Merit Awards, Principal's Awards, sports awards and subject awards were handed out. We were also treated to a festive performance from our choir, watched the Cheerleading performances, as well as the first ever episode of CCJ Sports.
🎄 Christmas Lunch: On Wednesday, our children had a special festive lunch. Every child received a cracker, listened to Christmas music and enjoyed a special lunch with their friends.
🎥 DVD Afternoon: On Wednesday afternoon, our children were treated to a DVD afternoon in the hall, where we watched The Muppet Christmas Carol.
🎉 Class Christmas Parties: On Thursday afternoon, all of our classes celebrated Christmas with a party! There was a mixture of activities including party games, dancing, singing, board games and puzzles to solve.
If you would like to share your child's achievements outside of school with us, we'd love to hear them! Please complete this short form to tell us all about it!
Angela (Year 6)
Last week, Angela was named 'Gymnast of the Week' at Tolworth Gymnastics Club. She also rang the 'Achievement Bell' after mastering the 'circle up, circle down' technique on the bars.
Well done, Angela!
Cristina (Year 5)
Following the announcement last week that Charlotte (Year 6) made it to the next round of the BBC 500 Words Competition, we are so proud to hear that Christina (Year 5) has also made it through to the next round.
Olivia (Year 6)
Olivia received a Gee Force School of Dance Pupil Achievement Award on Saturday after moving up to Class 3 in September.
Autumn and Spring Term Dates
Please find below all the key dates and times for next week and for the Autumn Term.
PTA events are shown in this colour. Please see below for more details.
New dates
Monday 8th January
First day back
Friday 12th January
Year 5 Trip to Natural History Museum
Monday 15th January
Year 4 Swimming Session 1
Thursday 18th January
6CB and 6W Trip to Imperial War Museum
Thursday 18th January
Young Voices Concert
Monday 22nd January
Year 4 Swimming Session 2
Thursday 18th January
6W and 6CB Trip to Imperial War Museum
Thursday 25th January
6S and 6SB Trip to Imperial War Museum
Monday 29th January
Year 4 Swimming Session 3
Thursday 1st February
Year 3 Trip to Science Museum and Sleepover
Friday 2nd February
Quiz Night
Monday 6th February
Year 4 Swimming Session 4
Year 5 Trip to Stoneleigh Temple
Friends of Cheam Common - Updates
The Friends of Cheam Common now has a new Facebook group, where you can follow any updates on upcoming events or how you can get involved.
The Friends of Cheam Common will be distributing secondhand uniform to anyone may need it.
If this is something you would be interested in, please contact them on friendssecondhanduniform@gmail.com.
Christmas Raffle
A huge thank you to everyone who purchased a raffle ticket in the Friends of Cheam Common Christmas Raffle. The draw was made today and a few prizes have already been handed out.
We have raised £3,687.75 for both Cheam Common Infants and Cheam Common Juniors.
Quiz Night - 2nd February
Celebrations, Awards and Stars of the Week
Merit Award Winners
3A - George and Aamena
3F - Aadith and Raphaella
3S - Phoebe and Teddy
3T - Neha and Bertie
4I - Gustavo and Annabel
4C - Sofia and Joshua
4HJ - Hayat and Novak
4M - Amber and Finlay
5VH - Vaani and Sebastian
5G - Finley and Daisy
5JH - Shazain and Audrey
5M - Joseph and Aubrey
6S - Jai and Grace
6CB - Jonah and Alyssa
6SB - Samhita and Kai
6W - Agnes and Daniel
Year 6: Principal's Perseverance Award Winners
6S
Dexter
6SB
Mollie
6CB
Abbie
6W
Joshua
Subject Winners
🎨 Art 🎨
Year 3: Ben
Year 4: Gryff
Year 5: Daniel K
Year 6: Chloe
🔢 Maths 🔢
Year 3: Jamie
Year 4: Lily
Year 5: Avril
Year 6: Laura
🖋 Handwriting 🖋
Year 3: Evan
Year 4: Samuel
Year 5: Molly
Year 6: Alex
📝 Writing 📝
Year 3: Harini
Year 4: Mia
Year 5: Chloe
Year 6: Charlotte
📖 Reading 📖
Year 3: Aysha
Year 4: Ida
Year 5: Yerin
Year 6: Ivan
Times Tables Rockstars
Our top three classes were:
🥇4M
🥈4HJ
🥉4I
Our top Rockstar in each year group was:
Year 3: Norden
Year 4: Jerry
Year 5: Shazain
Year 6: Vian
SEND & Inclusion Updates
Cognus: Festive Holiday Programme
Therapies Festive Programme.pdf
Click the image above for further information!
Young Carers at Cheam Common
At Cheam Common Junior Academy, we hold a weekly small group session to support children across the school who fulfil the role of ‘Young Carer’ because they have a sibling or parent with serious health issues, special educational needs or disabilities (SEND).
We want to celebrate the important role our Young Carers play, but also recognise that they may face challenges and pressures not shared by the general school population.
The group meets during assembly time and is led by Mrs Hart.
If you would like your child to take part please complete this form.
If you have any questions about the group, please feel free to contact us at ccjsend@leoacademytrust.co.uk
SYC Newsletter December 2023 (1).pdf
Please click here for more information on how parents can be supported with the behaviour and understanding of their children. The courses that are available are as follows:
Empowering Parents, Empowering Communities
Care for the Family
Adapt to Learn
Please click here to access the Local Authority's Ambitious for SEND parent newsletter to stay in touch with what is happening in the local area. To receive these newsletters (three produced each year) please subscribe to the local area Ambitious for SEND newsletter. It is a great way to stay in touch with what is happening in the local area. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Keeping Safe Online
DIGI Safe - Keeping Children Safe Online
LGFL have launched a wonderfully informative and practical website full of resources to help keep children safe online. With videos, informative guides and top tips, there is lots to explore to help keep your child safe whilst online. To visit, click here.
Family Support
Family Support Referrals
Family Support Referrals 2023-2024
All referrals welcome for those families that require support
Please complete your referrals using the following Family Referral Form 23-24
You can also find out more information on the Family Support website: Family Support Portal
If you have any questions please speak to your school’s Family Support Worker. Cheam Common's FSW is Alice Whyman, who can be contacted at awhyman3@leoacademytrust.co.uk
Thank you - LEO FSW Team
Sutton Library of Things - why buy when you can borrow
You could save money, space and help the environment with a visit to Sutton Library of Things. For a small daily cost, hire tools and equipment, from a carpet cleaner and drill to an ice cream maker and party kit, for those one off activities for your home, projects and adventures. Located in Sutton Central Library, it takes just a few clicks online to reserve your item for collection. There is even a no questions asked 25% discount rate available for anyone who may need it.
Take a look at what's on offer here.
Mental Health and Wellbeing Update
WL & St George’s Mental Health Trust: events for parents and carers
The SW London and St George’s Mental Health Trust has ongoing events for parents and carers to support their primary or secondary aged children. Sessions cover body image, mental health, school avoidance, social media and gaming, sleep, parenting children and young people with ADHD, understanding ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) and lots more.
Find their primary school aged events on Eventbrite, or events for parents and carers of secondary aged children.
Local Activities and Events - General Information
Winter Camps Flyer.pdf
Future term dates
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