Paddock Wood Primary Academy

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Building on our huge sporting successes this year, we are looking forward to all our Sports Days starting next week. The children have been busily practicing and we have linked their learning to the upcoming Olympic Games. All of the children are looking forward to representing their House Team - let's hope the weather is sunny, but not too hot!! Please could we remind all parents/carers that the children will need their water bottle, a sun hat and sun-cream everyday - this means we can keep them outside as the temperature hopefully increases. In the case of any adverse weather that makes the field unsafe, we will make the decision to move sports day to the reserve date and communicate this to parents via MCAS by 08:30.

In order to keep children safe and our site secure, we will be asking parents to drop their children off as normal to their classes. If you wish to stay and wait for the Sports Day to start then we are happy for any parents to make their way to the field. We are aiming to start the events at 09.30. Please note that the gate will be locked at 09:45 and will not reopen until Sports Day events have ended.

If you are visiting the school to drop your child off or if you are joining us for our Sports Day events, please take some time to look at the back field. We have had a compass installed on the field in memory of Mr Opstad. We also have upcoming plans for the back playground and are looking forward to developing this area further (do not worry Year 3, I am not putting a power plant on the field!!).

I hope you all have a lovely weekend and please do your sun dances for next week.

Proud@paddockwoodcommunity

This week we are really proud of...

beau 5H

Beau and two friends went along to Soccer Aid to support UNICEF, a world wide charity for children. It was a great experience and he has learnt that ‘We are One’. A realisation that not every child has the same opportunity to live, love and learn.

Frank 3S

Over the weekend, Frank played with his team, the Maidstone Ambers, against Paddock Wood, winning 3-0. They showed brilliant teamwork and resilience, once again winning an impressive trophy for their victory. We are so proud of you!

our young carers

This week has been 'Young Carers Week' and here at Paddock Wood Primary Academy we like our Young Carers to feel appreciated. Recently we have been joining in celebrating 60 years of Imago who help provide support and opportunities to people, families, and communities. The KFC club (Kind, Friendly Carers) decided on a 60 minute art attack with the theme ' Through The Eyes Of A Young Carer' and what a piece they created. Imago were so impressed it was published in their newsletter (see picture below), and is up at school proudly hung in the small hall.

The Wellbeing Champions also helped celebrate our Young Carers by writing them letters making them feel seen and heard.

Young Carers each have their own daily struggles but at the academy we like to remind them they are not alone.

If you think your child may be a Young Carer please speak to our Pastoral team or check out Imago at https://www.imago.community/.

Curriculum corner

Each week we want to give you ideas to enable you to support your child at home with a particular aspect of the curriculum. Our subject leaders will be sharing hints and tips to help you along the way and will be offering further ideas and resources that you might like to access at home. This week our focus is....

Online Gaming

https://saferinternet.org.uk/blog/my-child-is-gaming-with-strangers-what-should-i-do

The UK Safer Internet Centre has published a blog post about online chats in games, highlighting some of the risks to children and young people. The blog provides practical suggestions for keeping children safe when using online chats.

Office Messages

Year 5 & 6 Secondary School Taster Days/Transition Events

If your child will be attending any taster days or open events at secondary schools please remember to email or MCAS message the school office with their name, class, date and time of the visit and whether they are having a school meal or packed lunch on that day. For morning visits all children will be expected in school in time for afternoon registration, and for afternoon visits children are expected to attend school as normal in the morning.

Dates ahead

Some dates for your diary:

17.6.24 Year 3 & 4 Sports Day 9.30am

18.6.24 EYFS Sports Day 9.30am

20.6.24 Year 5 & 6 Sports Day 9.30am

21.6.24 Year 1 & 2 Sports Day 9.30am

24.6.24 Reserve date for Year 3 & 4 Sports Day (only if previously cancelled on 17th June)

25.6.24 Reserve date for EYFS Sports Day (only if previously cancelled on 18th June)

26.6.24 Reserve date for Year 5 & 6 Sports Day (only if previously cancelled on 20th June)

27.6.24 Reserve date for Year 1 & 2 Sports Day (only if previously cancelled on 21st June)

28.6.24 PTA Colour Run Friday Funday - NO CRICKET OR CHESS CLUBS

1.7.24 4J to Bewl Water

Deadline for Kent Test Registration (Year 5 children)

2.7.24 4T to Bewl Water

3.7.24 Year 6 Inflatables Fun Day

4DB to Bewl Water

5.7.24 Year 6 Leavers' Disco

10.7.24 Rock Steady Concert 2pm

11.7.24 PTA 'Break the Rules' Day

19.7.24 Year 6 Leavers Assembly 10am

End of Term 6 - 1.30pm finish - No After School Club

Learner Profile / Approaches to learning Certificates this week go to:

6C

Amy & Miley

For working effectively when collaborating and for your willingness to help and organise when needed. Keep up the positive attitude and approach to learning.

6j

Adam

For your positive contributions to your group this week in preparation for our inquiry showcase. You have been open minded, taken on board the ideas of others and made sure that what you created was of the highest standard. Great job Adam!

6z

Jay

For being a good communicator this week. You have developed a strong idea with your team. The work you have produced has been well presented and ensured the quality of your team's presentation is kept to a high standard.

5G

Vinnie

Vinnie has demonstrated commendable resilience this week, contributing massively to this week's Times Table Rock Stars event. I am very, very impressed. Keep this up!

5h

Christopher

This week Christopher has been particularly reflective in all aspects of learning. He has evidently listened carefully in preparation for the mock tests and has made a big contribution to our PSHE lesson this week. A very mature approach to all aspects of the week. Keep up this brilliant attitude.

5M

Elektra

For using your thinking skills. This was especially evident in maths – you showed that you listened carefully, then applied what you learned to solving problems. Well done!

4DB

Eli

Ely has been super principled this week, showing us the most beautifully written and presented piece of inquiry about deforestation. He has really focused on his handwriting, which has improved so much. We are very proud of you Ely.

4j

Joseph

An incredible addition to our school, Joseph has shown his inquiry skills by asking thoughtful questions during our lessons on rainforests and animal adaptations. Keep up the good work, Joseph.

4T

Benji

For being a principled learner, acting with integrity and honesty - well done Benji!

3BE

Tallulah

For demonstrating a positive attitude towards her learning in all subjects. You always listen carefully and try your best. You have been a principled learner. A fantastic effort!

3S

Izzy

For being knowledgeable in science this week. You used your scientific vocabulary and applied your excellent learning to plan and conduct an experiment on reflection. You worked excellently with your group to make observations. Keep up the great work, Izzy!

3TL

Stanley

For your efforts in writing. You have been a reflective learner thinking about how you can improve both the quality and quantity of your writing. Well done!

2h

Reggie

Reggie is making careful choices in his learning behaviour and thinking before he acts which is making a positive difference.

2r

Maria

Maria has worked incredibly hard on her writing this week. She has also been a knowledgeable learner in reading comprehension and rose to the challenge of completing this independently. Well done Maria!

2t

Leo

Leo has been a caring and principled member of 2T this week. He has played an active role in ensuring the class is tidy at the end of the day. He also supports his friends in and outside the classroom. He is an excellent role model.

1E

Lacey

For being a knowledgeable thinker and inquirer this week. You have researched London confidently during our English lessons using a variety of sources such as fact files and books. You then used the facts you found to create an information booklet.

Keep up the great work Lacey.

1P

Jack

You have been a thinker, a risk-taker, a knowledgeable and open minded learner. You applied your phonics to the best of your ability to decode and blend words and showed determination to complete tasks. Well done, this is a very exciting development!

1T

Bella

Bella you are a reflective learner. This week you have used your prior knowledge and experiences on money to answer reasoning questions. You clearly and confidently communicated why tiny was wrong. Keep up this amazing work!

ARCHER

Lola

For being a resilient learner this week, she has persevered in her efforts with Sports Day and has been so enthusiastic and positive during the whole process! Well done Lola!

Goldings

Hina

For being a brilliant inquirer! Hina created an excellent 'city' by applying our learning all about maps and knowledge about different places in the world. Her creativity and attention to detail impressed us all. Well Done!

phoenix

Jim

For being a principled learner this week and making positive choices when learning.

ACHIEVEMENT CERTIFICATES THIS WEEK GO TO:

6C

Bradley

For having such an enthusiastic and positive attitude to your work. You have been a risk taker and an effective communicator of your knowledge and skills. The results speak for themselves.

6j

Leo

For being a super scientist on our trip to Tonbridge School this week. You contributed your scientific knowledge about solids, liquids and gases during the discussion and independently followed your instructions to the letter when carrying out your experiment using the bunsen burner. I'm proud of you Leo, keep it up!

6z

Cleo

You have worked well within a team this week, sharing your ideas confidently whilst ensuring you are listening to the opinions of others to create a clear and concise plan.

5G

Alfie

For the excellent effort you have put into your creative writing this week - you are developing your use of structured paragraphs and using more language features in your descriptions. Very well done Alfie.

5h

Ryan

A well deserved award for a very productive week. Ryan has shown a well balanced hard working attitude. He has taken more time on his inquiry work, the presentation and detail is showing that he is taking more pride in his work now. Another excellent week! Keep up the great work.

5M

Matty

For an excellent attitude towards your work. You were clearly keen to do well in this week’s tests and showed that you cared how you performed.

4DB

Vitor

Vitor, we are so proud of how you are working in class this term. You are showing us that you can be organised and focused and you are really engaged with our inquiry about rainforests. Keep up this fantastic attitude.

4j

James

For impressing Mr James this week with your balanced approach when completing your science work on forests - your inquisitive nature and agency skills produced a great piece of work. Well done, James.

4T

Rubie

For achieving high standards in her inquiry work particularly in environmental investigations - well done Rubie!

3BE

Ronni

For a wonderfully detailed story plan. You had creative ideas and we look forward to reading the final piece. A fantastic effort!

3s

Millie

For your fantastic learning in maths this week! You can expertly read clocks and have a strong grasp on the concept of time. You are a great team player, supporting your peers so that they can understand too. Well done, Millie!

3TL

Felicity

For working collaboratively to make an art timeline. You have shown that you are a knowledgeable learner sharing your insightful ideas and explaining your choices.

2h

Eliza

Eliza is beginning to make careful word choices in her writing and as a result her work is showing greater depth and is interesting to read.

2r

Artie

Artie has handled the change within class this week very well. He is always polite and eager to help where he can. Artie is a superstar and a joy to have in the class. Well done you!

2tR

Evelyn

Evelyn comes into school every morning with a smile on her face and a fantastic attitude for learning. She is a joy to have in class and actively participates throughout. Evelyn works well in groups and independently. She is a star!

1E

All of 1E

For your amazing efforts on our trip to Bodiam Castle. You represented our school beautifully by being knowledgeable inquirers and thinkers, by exploring the grounds respectfully and inquisitively and by approaching all aspects of the trip with enthusiasm and beaming smiles.

Well done 1E. We are very proud of you all.

1P

Ishan

You have achieved a vast amount since our return to school this term. You were a sensational inquirer on our school trip and listened intently to all the information. You also completed marvellous research for your London booklet using a range of research tools to inquire independently into certain landmarks and recording it. Well done Ishan!

1T

Eni

Eni has an outstanding dedication to being an inquisitive inquirer. She consistently demonstrates a strong work ethic and a commitment to personal growth. During our research task into London this week Eni used her retrieval skills to furher her knowledge as well as asking open minded questions. Keep on being curious!

ARcher

Alex

For being a responsive listener and following instructions. He has been demonstrating an excellent level of focus and a wonderful work ethic all week. I am so proud of him!

goldings

Loulou

For some amazing writing this week! Loulou has worked incredibly hard to think about the sounds she is using and apply them to her writing. Her positive attitude to learning and determination is really paying off. Well Done!

phoenix

Umaru

For producing an amazing map of Paddock Wood this week. You have listened carefully to our Inquiry learning and applied it during child initiated. Well done!

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