Cheam Common Juniors Weekly Newsletter
Cheam Common Juniors Weekly Newsletter
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Friday 15th October 2021
Cheam Common Junior Academy: Kingsmead Avenue, Worcester Park KT4 8UT
Email: ccjoffice@leoacademytrust.co.uk http://www.cheamcommon.org.uk/
Welcome to our weekly newsletter!
Welcome to our weekly newsletter!
Weekly News Updates
Weekly News Updates
Show Racism the Red Card at Cheam Common Junior Academy
Show Racism the Red Card at Cheam Common Junior Academy
This year, Cheam Common Junior Academy will be celebrating ‘Wear Red Day’ as part of 'Show Racism the Red Card' by asking pupils to come to school wearing an item of red clothing to show awareness of this great cause on Friday 22nd October 2021. ‘Wear Red Day’ is a national day of action which encourages individuals to wear red to raise awareness of racism and to support the education of this in schools.
Our aim at Cheam Common Junior Academy is to further develop pupils’ understanding of all discrimination in society through their learning experiences, and teachers will be discussing the event with children at an appropriate level of understanding. This will allow children to develop their understanding of all prejudice, discrimination and to celebrate diversity.
Should you wish to donate to this cause, please visit the Just Giving page by clicking here.
Visit their website for more information.
ECO Updates Via our Eco-Council
ECO Updates Via our Eco-Council
Eco-Council 2021 - 22
Eco-Council 2021 - 22
Each week, our fantastic eco-councillors, made up of children from across the school, meet to discuss various issues to help protect our environment and to help raise awareness through a range of activities and events held throughout the school. Here is a short report, written by our Eco Team, to update you on all their fantastic work!
As part of the Eco Council, we have undertaken an environmental review to see how eco-friendly Cheam Common really is. After monitoring and reviewing every part of our school, we are pleased to announce that we scored a brilliant 46/60 in our review - well done everyone! Our findings have revealed that we are doing well at many topics: Biodiversity, Healthy Living, Transport and Water. However, there are still areas that we need to work on to improve our environment. This is why we are going to focus on 3 topics this year: Energy, Litter and looking after the School Grounds. We will let you know our plans for the year once we have completed our Action Plan!
From the Eco Council
Well done all, we look forward to bringing you further updates throughout the year!
Parking & Road Restrictions on Kingsmead Avenue
Parking & Road Restrictions on Kingsmead Avenue
From Monday 01st November 2021, road restrictions will be enforced via the use of Automated Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras as part of the Sutton Schools Streets Scheme.
There will not be any physical barriers preventing vehicles from entering so there will be no impact on emergency vehicles. The school street will operate between 8.15-9.00am and 2.45-3.30pm only on Monday to Friday inclusive during school term time only.
For further information, please find a copy of the letter attached here. The letter includes important information about Knolls Close, Abingdon Close and Kingsmead Avenue between Dalmeny Road and Balmoral Road.
Things to celebrate at CCJ!
Things to celebrate at CCJ!
A Week in Pictures at Cheam Common Junior Academy!
A Week in Pictures at Cheam Common Junior Academy!
Sutton United Primary Schools Curriculum Project
Sutton United Primary Schools Curriculum Project
As part of an exciting pilot project with Sutton United Football Club, Year 5 children were invited to their football grounds to receive a behind the scenes ground tour, meet the manager and players and understand the history of football as part of the new Sutton United Primary Schools Curriculum Project.
Working in partnership with Directors from across the LEO Trust, including Mrs Shirley (Computing & Technology), Miss Potter (Maths) and Mr Perrott (English), an array of learning opportunities and teaching resources have been produced to engage, inspire and motivate our sporting superstars of the future.
The brand new learning zone will go live in a few weeks and we cannot wait to share the link with you in future newsletter editions. You can find out more information in an exclusive newspaper article as featured in this week's Sutton Guardian! Well done Year 5!
Sporting Opportunities at Cheam Common Junior Academy
Sporting Opportunities at Cheam Common Junior Academy
Year 6 HI5 Netball at SSP Sutton's Back to Netball Festival
Year 6 HI5 Netball at SSP Sutton's Back to Netball Festival
Earlier this week, children from our Year 6 HI5 Netball team took part in the SSP Sutton 'Back to Netball' festival. Competing against an array of teams from various Sutton based schools, children enjoyed demonstrating their newfound skills and abilities, thanks to week's of practise.
Fun was had by all children as they demonstrated the core values we would expect from all our sporting champions: respect, fairness and showing positivity and encouragement.
Our Year 6 Hi5 Netball team achieved fantastically throughout the tournament, winning four of their matches and drawing one. Well done to all!
Year 6 HI5 Netball at SSP Sutton's Back to Netball Festival
Year 6 HI5 Netball at SSP Sutton's Back to Netball Festival
After a fantastic start to the football season, our Year 6 Boys football team continued to display their incredible skill and talents as they took part in their very first official league game against Abbey Primary School. Thanks to Cheam Park Farm for the use of their pitch, both teams played extremely well, demonstrating great sportsmanship and respect throughout the match. However, our boys worked very hard throughout and as a result, they won their first game, 9 - 2. Eight goals were scored by Harry L and 1 by Harry W. Furthermore, Freddie S was awarded 'Man of the match' for his positive attitude and for being an incredible ambassador for his team! Well done boys!
After a fantastic start to the football season, our Year 6 Boys football team continued to display their incredible skill and talents as they took part in their very first official league game against Abbey Primary School. Thanks to Cheam Park Farm for the use of their pitch, both teams played extremely well, demonstrating great sportsmanship and respect throughout the match. However, our boys worked very hard throughout and as a result, they won their first game, 9 - 2. Eight goals were scored by Harry L and 1 by Harry W. Furthermore, Freddie S was awarded 'Man of the match' for his positive attitude and for being an incredible ambassador for his team! Well done boys!
Learning Opportunities across CCJ
Learning Opportunities across CCJ
Year 3 have been wonderfully busy in their Science lessons learning about the transparency of materials. Using various materials, children cut out and created their very own stain glass windows in order to identify which would allow light through easily and those that would block the light. From this, children were able to explain the idea of materials that are transparent and those that are opaque. Well done Year 3!
Year 3 have been wonderfully busy in their Science lessons learning about the transparency of materials. Using various materials, children cut out and created their very own stain glass windows in order to identify which would allow light through easily and those that would block the light. From this, children were able to explain the idea of materials that are transparent and those that are opaque. Well done Year 3!
This week, Year 3 continue to develop children's learning opportunities through the use of our brand-new 'Now Press Play' headsets. These wonderfully interactive tools allow children to listen and immerse themselves within an interactive story, making carefully throughout choices to demonstrate their understanding and comprehension. Through the use of role play and drama, children were able to act out areas, which proved fun and exciting for all involved! Excellent work Year 3!
This week, Year 3 continue to develop children's learning opportunities through the use of our brand-new 'Now Press Play' headsets. These wonderfully interactive tools allow children to listen and immerse themselves within an interactive story, making carefully throughout choices to demonstrate their understanding and comprehension. Through the use of role play and drama, children were able to act out areas, which proved fun and exciting for all involved! Excellent work Year 3!
As part of developing their mathematical understanding, children across Year 5 used their journals to explain a range of mathematical problems to much success.
As part of developing their mathematical understanding, children across Year 5 used their journals to explain a range of mathematical problems to much success.
Just like 'Maths, No Problem!', children came up with their own set of characters to help explain the concepts and provide detailed explanations of how to solve each of the challenges.
It is always great to see our children demonstrate their mastery of maths and to be able to find innovative and creative approaches to showcase their work.
Well done Year 5!
And finally, there is never a dull moment at Cheam Common Junior Academy, and this week was certainly no exception for the children as they were joined by a very extraordinary visitor of the feathered kind.
And finally, there is never a dull moment at Cheam Common Junior Academy, and this week was certainly no exception for the children as they were joined by a very extraordinary visitor of the feathered kind.
This week, or school was joined by a very extra special visitor in the form of Rocky, a beautifully well-trained and polite Parrott. Courtesy of Thomasina (5M) and her mother, the playground was awash with excitement as children clamoured to gain a view of this exciting addition to our school, even if it was for just one afternoon!
This week, or school was joined by a very extra special visitor in the form of Rocky, a beautifully well-trained and polite Parrott. Courtesy of Thomasina (5M) and her mother, the playground was awash with excitement as children clamoured to gain a view of this exciting addition to our school, even if it was for just one afternoon!
A huge thank you to Thomasina and her mother!
Things to celebrate
Things to celebrate
Star of the Week Certificates (Week 4)
Star of the Week Certificates (Week 4)
Congratulations to the following children who received the Star of the Week Award this week:
Congratulations to the following children who received the Star of the Week Award this week:
Year 3
Year 3
3A: Elijah
3A: Elijah
3H: Reef
3H: Reef
3M: Aleeza
3M: Aleeza
3S: Kristen
Year 4
Year 4
4S: Olivia
4S: Olivia
4B: Rylie
4B: Rylie
4F: Seb
4F: Seb
4J: Jasper
Year 5
Year 5
5I: Ollie
5I: Ollie
5G: Michael
5G: Michael
5K: Barnaby
5K: Barnaby
5M: Azure
5M: Azure
Year 6
Year 6
6K: Eden
6K: Eden
6C: Izaak
6C: Izaak
6H: Mandy
6H: Mandy
6W: David
6W: David
Pride Value Certificates (Week 4)
Pride Value Certificates (Week 4)
Congratulations to the following children who received the Pride Value Award this week:
Congratulations to the following children who received the Pride Value Award this week:
Year 3
Year 3
3A: Bella
3A: Bella
3H: Krysha
3H: Krysha
3M: Torres
3M: Torres
3S: Bethany
Year 4
Year 4
4S: Ivan
4S: Ivan
4B: Jack L
4B: Jack L
4F: Melani
4F: Melani
4J: Evie
Year 5
Year 5
5I: Arthav
5I: Arthav
5G: Layla
5G: Layla
5K: Dylan
5K: Dylan
5M: Max
Year 6
Year 6
6K: Rosslyn
6K: Rosslyn
6C: Bavisha
6C: Bavisha
6H: Elo
6H: Elo
6W: Austin
6W: Austin
Rights Respecting Schools' Certificates (Week 4)
Rights Respecting Schools' Certificates (Week 4)
Congratulations to the following children who received the Pride Value Award this week:
Congratulations to the following children who received the Pride Value Award this week:
Year 3
Year 3
3A: Asya
3A: Asya
3H: Mimi
3H: Mimi
3M: Holy
3M: Holy
3S: Hoon
Year 4
Year 4
4S: Charlene
4S: Charlene
4B: Remi
4B: Remi
4F: Bhupesh
4F: Bhupesh
4J: Jaxon
Year 5
Year 5
5I: Samuel
5I: Samuel
5G: Janitha
5G: Janitha
5K: Catherine
5K: Catherine
5M: Grace N
Year 6
Year 6
6K: Sewon
6K: Sewon
6C: Veda
6C: Veda
6H: Matthew
6H: Matthew
6W: Juliette
6W: Juliette
Doodle Maths
Doodle Maths
Doodle Maths Top 3 classes:
1. 4J
2. 4B
3. 5K
Doodle English
Doodle English
Doodle English Top 3 classes:
1. 4B
2. 4J
3. 5K
Times Table Rock Stars
Times Table Rock Stars
Year 3 - Hei
Year 4 - Lorenzo
Year 5 - Nathan (5M)
Year 6 - Nihal
Times Table Rock Stars Top 3 Classes
Times Table Rock Stars Top 3 Classes
1. 5M
2. 4B
3. 4S
Curriculum News!
Curriculum News!
Battle of the Books Review
Battle of the Books Review
Meet Chaya, considered by some a thief, to others she is a no-nonsense, outspoken hero, who leads her friends and a rambunctious elephant on a noisy, fraught, joyous adventure through wild jungles where revolution is stirring. Advised by her best friend, Neehal, not to steal the Queen’s jewels, our plucky heroine refuses to listen - even when the repercussions of such actions prove dire for all involved. However, Chaya has good reasons to steal, even if they lead our plucky heroine (and her friends) into the plethora of dangers that lurk in the shadows of the jungle, whether it be anacondas, leopards, lizards or even gun-toting bandits! Whatever happens, Chaya’s actions and determion will keep readers enthralled from page to page!
Saturated with the colour, this delightful tale is set against a beautiful, picturesque backdrop of Sri-lanka, where learning to accept different cultures and testing friendships is explored through the actions of Chaya herself. Filled with humour and good-will, Chaya has a good-heart and always willing to do the right thing; a perfect hero to inspire both boys and girls alike.
For those that enjoy Rudyard Kipling's ‘The Jungle Book’ or Phillip Pullman’s ‘The Firework Maker’s Daughter’, then this is the perfect new addition for you!
English Power of Reading Books
English Power of Reading Books
Throughout the week, children have loved listening and reading their brand new class reading books! Each book has been carefully selected to help children within their writing, providing wonderful ideas, grammatical features and exciting new vocabulary!
Why not check out a list of great recommended reading books for your child to read through out Battle of the Books reading list!
Year 3 Battle of the Books - Click Here
Year 4 Battle of the Books - Click Here
Year 5 Battle of the Books - Click Here
Year 6 Battle of the Books - Click Here
Cheam Common Junior Curriculum
Cheam Common Junior Curriculum
This week, children have been excited to start their new learning topics. We have also completed some assessments to check what learning has 'stuck' and what we need to focus on.
This week, children have been excited to start their new learning topics. We have also completed some assessments to check what learning has 'stuck' and what we need to focus on.
Click here to see our curriculum overview for the year.
For an overview for each year group, click the link below.
Information and Resources
Information and Resources
School Dinners and Packed Lunches
School Dinners and Packed Lunches
At Cheam Common Juniors we want all of our children to become ‘healthy learners’ and we recognise how important that the food that our children eat is to this. Our school meals are designed to be appealing, varied and balanced, meeting Government guidelines for nutritional standards in schools. School dinners cost £2.35. Click here to check out the Autumn School Dinner menu and speak to our school office should you wish for your child to have a school meal.
At Cheam Common Juniors we want all of our children to become ‘healthy learners’ and we recognise how important that the food that our children eat is to this. Our school meals are designed to be appealing, varied and balanced, meeting Government guidelines for nutritional standards in schools. School dinners cost £2.35. Click here to check out the Autumn School Dinner menu and speak to our school office should you wish for your child to have a school meal.
At Cheam Common Junior, we realise some children prefer to have a packed lunch from home. We ask that the lunches provided are healthy, balanced and appropriately sized. Please visit the NHS ‘change for life’ website on the link below for guidance on packing a healthy lunch box: Healthier lunch boxes
At Cheam Common Junior, we realise some children prefer to have a packed lunch from home. We ask that the lunches provided are healthy, balanced and appropriately sized. Please visit the NHS ‘change for life’ website on the link below for guidance on packing a healthy lunch box: Healthier lunch boxes
Children can also bring in a healthy snack for break time.
Click the links below for our Autumn School Lunch Menus!
Click the links below for our Autumn School Lunch Menus!
Birthdays & Celebrations!
Birthdays & Celebrations!
When your child celebrates their birthday, we would ask that the child donates a book to the library instead of bringing treats for the class. The book will help us to grow our library and ensure we are promoting healthy eaters. Alternatively, should you wish to provide your child's class with a treat or snack, we kindly ask that it is something small and healthy. If you are unsure, always consult your child's class teacher.
When your child celebrates their birthday, we would ask that the child donates a book to the library instead of bringing treats for the class. The book will help us to grow our library and ensure we are promoting healthy eaters. Alternatively, should you wish to provide your child's class with a treat or snack, we kindly ask that it is something small and healthy. If you are unsure, always consult your child's class teacher.
Parking on Kingsmead Avenue
Parking on Kingsmead Avenue
Please remember to be respectful of our neighbours by driving and parking responsibly in the surrounding roads.
Please remember to be respectful of our neighbours by driving and parking responsibly in the surrounding roads.
If you want to report illegal parking in the roads around school, please contact Saba (Sutton Council's parking enforcement contractor) on 0208 661 0096.
If you want to report illegal parking in the roads around school, please contact Saba (Sutton Council's parking enforcement contractor) on 0208 661 0096.
Dates for your Diary!
Dates for your Diary!
Year 5 Space Scientists - Dress Up Day
Year 5 Space Scientists - Dress Up Day
Thursday 21st October 2021
Thursday 21st October 2021
RE Day at Cheam Common Junior
RE Day at Cheam Common Junior
Friday 22nd October 2021
Friday 22nd October 2021
Wear Red for 'Give Racism the Red Card'
Wear Red for 'Give Racism the Red Card'
Friday 22nd October 2021
Friday 22nd October 2021
Half term
Half term
Monday 25th - Friday 29th October
Monday 25th - Friday 29th October
Inset Day
Inset Day
01st November
01st November
Dates and Upcoming Events!
Dates and Upcoming Events!
Letters to the Earth Competition!
Letters to the Earth Competition!
Be apart of an exciting exhibition telling a story of climate change and how it has impacts all of us. As part of Sutton's Environmental Strategy, children can write and send a 'letter to earth', explaining how climate change has affected us all and what we can do to make positive changes for our future. Alternatively, draw, design and create your very own 'perfect earth' showing the local community what you think the world should be like!
Submit by October 19th via heritage.submissions@sutton.gov.uk
Black History Month
Black History Month
Artwork Competition
Information and Resources
Information and Resources
Newsletter Information
Newsletter Information
Is your child an aspiring young artist? Enter our competition – and they could win an amazing trip to the Houses of Parliament!
Our Find Your Balance: A day in my digital life art competition, in partnership with Google, is asking children to draw a picture showing how they find a healthy balance in their online and offline lives.
We are looking for a colourful and creative picture that shows how your child makes sure the internet works for them. It could also reflect how you share – and balance – your digital lives at home.
We’ll be choosing the top 50 entries to be displayed in the Houses of Parliament in London – and the winners will be invited to attend an event in Westminster to see their artwork on display. We’ll also be selecting two national winners (one aged 5-7, one aged 8-11) who’ll have their trip to London paid for .
For full terms and conditions, check out further information here.
Netflix is hugely popular across all ages but there have been concerns in relation to age ratings and the type of content that is recommended to viewers. Like many other services, Netflix uses algorithms to determine what you might like to watch based on viewing history, what you have liked etc.
Netflix is hugely popular across all ages but there have been concerns in relation to age ratings and the type of content that is recommended to viewers. Like many other services, Netflix uses algorithms to determine what you might like to watch based on viewing history, what you have liked etc.
Since last year, Netflix has been working with the BBFC and 100% of the content on Netflix is now age-rated to BBFC classification standards. It is the first UK streaming service to accomplish this. Click here to find out more information.
Since last year, Netflix has been working with the BBFC and 100% of the content on Netflix is now age-rated to BBFC classification standards. It is the first UK streaming service to accomplish this. Click here to find out more information.
Children and young people’s lives have changed dramatically because of the coronavirus. With social distancing measures children will be spending more time at home and online.
Children and young people’s lives have changed dramatically because of the coronavirus. With social distancing measures children will be spending more time at home and online.
And while the internet is a great way for children and young people to stay in touch with their friends and keep busy during lock down, it can also bring risks.
And while the internet is a great way for children and young people to stay in touch with their friends and keep busy during lock down, it can also bring risks.
Now more than ever it’s important to talk to your child about staying safe online and about the apps and sites they’re using. Click here to visit the NSPCC website to find out more information.
Now more than ever it’s important to talk to your child about staying safe online and about the apps and sites they’re using. Click here to visit the NSPCC website to find out more information.
Sutton Council are setting up a free school uniform shop and asking for donations of good quality school uniforms for children aged 4-18 years.
For more information:
Email - suttoncommunityuniform@sutton.gov.uk
Tel - 020 8770 6000
Opportunity
Opportunity
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Throughout the month of October, children across Cheam Common Junior will be celebrating Black History Month .
As part of their learning topics, children will be taking part in a wide range of exciting activities both in class and online, which focuses on various aspects of Black history and significant individuals. Each year group are focusing on a significant individual from Black History, ranging from sports personalities to political figures. They will also share a range of stories, celebrating achievements and important aspects of Black History. xxx shared an assembly with the school to help children to understand the purpose of celebrating Black History Month.
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