Cheam Common Junior Academy
Cheam Common Junior Academy
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Friday 3rd March 2023
Cheam Common Junior Academy: Kingsmead Avenue, Worcester Park, KT4 8UT
Email: ccjoffice@leoacademytrust.co.uk http://www.cheamcommon.org.uk/
School Updates
School Updates
Red Nose Day
Red Nose Day
On Friday 17th March, we will be celebrating Red Nose Day! We are inviting children to wear their pyjamas (or something bright and fun if they'd rather!) to school on this day. Children can bring a £1 donation if they wish, or parents can donate to Comic Relief using our JustGiving page if that is easier.
Children can also buy the brand-new Red Nose if they'd like. Our School Council will be walking around classes selling these noses between Monday 13th - Friday 17th March. Red Noses are £2.50 each - children can bring in cash for this. There is a brand-new design this year; you can find out more about it here.
Year 5 Devon Residential - timings
Year 5 Devon Residential - timings
As per the email that went out to parents today, the timings for the Year 5 Residential Trip to Devon are below:
Monday 27th March: Children should be outside the school gates by 5:45am. This is to ensure a prompt 6am departure.
Friday 31st March: Children are expected to arrive back at school at approximately 6:30pm. We will update parents on the day with our ETA, dependent on traffic.
Department for Education visits Cheam Common
Department for Education visits Cheam Common
Last week, you may have read that the Department for Education visited Cheam Common to find out more about how we use technology to support with teaching reading. The DfE created a short video and shared it on their social media yesterday. You can see this below:
Department for Education CCJ Reading.MP4New Homework Matrixes
New Homework Matrixes
Tanzii TV x CCJ Workout - Tuesday 7th March
Tanzii TV x CCJ Workout - Tuesday 7th March
Tanzii TV have announced a time and date where they will publish the workout that was filmed at Cheam Common Junior Academy! This video will go live on their Youtube channel on Tuesday 7th March at 9am.
Rocksteady Concert
Rocksteady Concert
The date of the Spring Rocksteady Concert has changed due to potential NEU Industrial Action on the previously agreed date.
The new date will be Monday 20th March at 10:45am. Parents of children who participate in Rockstady classes will also be informed of this in an email.
Wellbeing Information - Drop In Session
Wellbeing Information - Drop In Session
British Basketball League - discounted tickets
British Basketball League - discounted tickets
The organisers of the British Basketball League (BBL) have given us an allocation of cheaper tickets to the Basketball Play-Off Finals on Sunday 14th May at the O2 Arena.
12:30 Doors open
1:15pm Women's Play-Off Finals
4:15pm Men's Play-Off Finals
By purchasing tickets for the Basketball Play-off Finals, you will get the chance to experience the thrill of the two top teams from the elite men’s (BBL) and women’s (WBBL) British Basketball League as they battle it out in this spectacular double-bill for two of the most prestigious and special trophies on offer in the sport.
As well as the showpiece games you will be treated to fantastic entertainment including MC’s, music, dancers and Larry the dunking mascot and you have an entire day of the very best action and entertainment that British Basketball has to offer.
Tickets for this game are available to our school pupils and their families and friends at only £10 per ticket.
To secure your tickets, simply follow this link and enter the code: 124
We'd love to see photos of you at the event!
Weekly School and Sporting News Stories
Weekly School and Sporting News Stories
World Book Day
World Book Day
As ever, there were some fantastic outfits on show for World Book Day today. Check out some of our favourites below. Thank you, parents, for your continued support with days like this!
You'll also see how of our incredible book-themed doors that have been designed and created by our members of staff and children.
WhatsApp Video 2023-03-03 at 09.47.24.mp4
Sports events this week
Sports events this week
Monday - Year 3 Girls' Hockey Festival
Our girls were introduced to a range of different hockey games and came away from the festival after securing a draw vs. Sutton High.
Monday - Year 6 Mixed Bee Netball Festival
Seven of our Year 6 children took part in this 5-a-side mixed netball tournament at St Philomena's High School. They finished third overall - well done 🥉
Wednesday - Year 6 Boys' Football League Match vs Westbourne
The boys' next league game was a match against local rivals, Westbourne Primary. After an excellent performance, the boys won 6-1 after some heroic goalkeeping from Westbourne.
Thursday - Year 4 Girls' Hockey Festival
Our Year 4 girls took part in the Sutton High Hockey Festival and played small matches against other local schools.
Friday - Y6 Girls' Football League Match vs Westbourne
Friday - Y6 Multi-Sports Festival
Spring Term Dates
Spring Term Dates
As the start of Spring Term can be incredibly busy, we have collated all the important dates for your diary. Please find below all the key dates and times for the next few weeks of the Spring Term.
Wednesday 15th and Thursday 16th March
Potential NEU Industrial Action Dates. More information about classes at CCJ will be shared nearer the time.
Friday 17th March
PTA Krispy Kreme Doughnut Sale
Red Nose Day
Monday 20th March
Rocksteady Performances (10:45am)
Friday 24th March
PTA Coffee Morning (9:30-11am)
Monday 27th - Friday 31st March
Year 5 Devon Residential
Monday 27th March
Y6 Height and Weight Check
Tuesday 9th - Friday 12th May
Year 6 SATs Week
Sunday 4th - Thursday 8th June
Year 6 Isle of Wight Residential (Trip 1)
Thursday 8th - Monday 12th June
Year 6 Isle of Wight Residential (Trip 2)
Tuesday 20th June
Sports Day (17th July - alternative date in case of bad weather)
Friends of Cheam Common - Updates
Friends of Cheam Common - Updates
Thank you!
Thank you!
Our PTA want to wish all of the children who attended the discos last week and all of their parents a massive thank you for their support last week. These events raised an incredible £1793, which will be shared between us and Cheam Common Infants.
Krispy Kreme Doughnut Sale
Krispy Kreme Doughnut Sale
Marie Curie Coffee Morning
Marie Curie Coffee Morning
Secondhand Uniform Sales
Secondhand Uniform Sales
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.
Celebrations, Awards and Stars of the Week
Excellent Learners of the Week
3A - Quinn
3F - Codey
3M - Isobel
3S - Skyla
4I -
4CB - Nika
4F - Arrav
4SB - Barney
5H - Daniel
5E - Tanu
5G - Jack
5M - Elinor
6S - Faryn
6C - Janthina
6T - Sheryl
6W - Georgia
PRIDE Ambassadors of the Week
3A - Thea
3F - Maya
3M - Brooklyn
3S - Evie
4I -
4CB - Izzy
4F - Charlotte
4SB - Daisy
5H - Sydelle
5E - Nate
5G - Aadhya
5M - Omer
6S - Millie
6C - Khy
6T - Sebastian
6W - Aiden
Doodle Achievements
Top Doodle Maths Classes:
1st - 4CB 2nd - 6K (set) 3rd - 3F
Top Doodle English Classes:
1st - 4CB 2nd - 6W 3rd - 6S
Streaks achieved this week!
Please note that this is where we celebrate children who have reached a streak of a multiple of 100 every week:
Charlotte (3S) - 500 day streak (Maths)
Lily (3S) - 800 day streak (English)
Asya (4CB) - 300 day streak (Maths)
Rory (5H) - 900 day streak (Maths)
Sofia (5H) - 900 day streak (Maths and English)
Times Tables Rockstars Achievements
1st - 4CB 2nd - 4F 3rd - 4SB
Year 3: Casper (3M) Year 4: Colin (4F) Year 5: Nate (5E) Year 6: Angie (6T)
SEND & Inclusion Updates!
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
Support for ADHD and ASD
Support for ADHD and ASD
Small Change, Big Difference - four week course (runs once a week on a Tuesday), starting Tuesday 28th February 2023 (In person event)
The aim is to empower parents, supporting them to help their children by developing an in-depth understanding of autism. Taking a positive approach, we will explore, share and discuss practical strategies to help develop communication skills, pre-empt and manage behaviour and gain confidence and resilience.
To sign up visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/small-change-big-difference-learning-course-for-parents-tickets-382427239167
For parents of pupils with SEN
For parents of pupils with SEN
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.
‘Small Change, Big Difference’ Parent Group for parents of children with a diagnosis of autism.'
We are also looking to host another Small Change, Big Difference course with Adapt to Learn. For those that are unfamiliar with this course, we run this as an alternative to the Early Bird programme. Some information about this is below. If you are interested in attending this course, please email: sutton@nas.org.uk and we'll be in touch.
The aim is to empower parents, supporting them to help their children by developing an in-depth understanding of autism. Taking a positive approach, we will explore, share and discuss practical strategies to help develop communication skills, pre-empt and manage behaviour and gain confidence and resilience.
During the sessions, parents will be given the opportunity to make connections, gain support and feel less isolated.
Each course comprises of four x 1.5-hour sessions and will cover a range of topics.
Click the image above for further information!
DIGI Safe - Keeping Children 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.
Mental Health and Wellbeing Update
The Sutton Health Foundation: The Lucky Ones
The Sutton Health Foundation: The Lucky Ones
Local Activities and Events - General Information
Local Activities and Events - General Information
Sutton High School Easter Camps
Sutton High School Easter Camps
Ultimate Activity Camps provide outstanding Ofsted-registered activity day camps for children aged 4-14 during the school holidays. Children will enjoy a fantastic range of over 40 sports, games and art activities every week led by engaging staff at amazing locations. Running this Easter & Summer at Sutton High School.
Book by Wednesday 1st March to save up £40 a week on all Easter & Summer dates!
W: http://www.ultimateactivity.co.uk/FSF
T: 0330 111 7077
E: help@ultimateactivity.co.uk
Future term dates
Future term dates
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