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Attendance
Attendance
Oliver Jeffers - 99%
Julia Donaldson - 99.2%
Michael Rosen - 95%
Nelson Mandela - 94%
Boudica - 93%
Rosa Parks - 97%
Kadeena Cox - 96%
Lewis Hamilton - 98%
Leigh Academy Peninsula East - 97%
Well done to Julia Donaldson class for having the best attendance this week in KS1. In KS2 this week, Lewis Hamilton class is the winning class so congratulations to them too! It is fantastic to see that the attendance of our children is above 96% this week, well done to all!
PYP Learner Attribute Awards
Julia Donaldson Class - Sylver (Thinking skills) & Beau (Caring)
Michael Rosen Class - Izaac (Thinker) & Ava (Knowledgeable)
Nelson Mandela - Samuel (Reflective) & Macie (Communicator)
Boudica Class - Jasmine (Principled) & Tristan (Communicator)
Rosa Parks Class - Mason (Caring) & Levi (Research Skills)
Kadeena Cox Class - Albert (Self-management skills) & Brayden (thinker)
Lewis Hamilton Class - Orson (Reflective) & Victoria (Thinker)
WOW Writer Awards
WOW Writer Awards
Congratulations to these children for fantastic writing this week...
Julia Donaldson Class - Lainey
Michael Rosen Class - Zachary
Nelson Mandela Class - Joshua
Boudica Class - Reggie
Rosa Parks Class - Shiloh
Kadeena Cox Class - Jayce
Lewis Hamilton Class - Frankie
Readers of the Week
Readers of the Week
Julia Donaldson Class - Zainab
Michael Rosen Class - Robyn
Nelson Mandela Class -
Boudica Class - Helin
Rosa Parks Class - Chloe
Kadeena Cox Class - Tilly
Lewis Hamilton Class - Florence
Our Wonderful Inquiry Work
Our Wonderful Inquiry Work
PEPA Tots
Pepa Tots transitioned from observers to creators! We’ve been diving deep into the world of inventions, comparing the wonders of nature with human ingenuity. We traced the timeline of everyday objects, learning how "The Crayon Man" revolutionized art, and used Chris Van Dusen’s whimsical stories as a launchpad for our own multimedia construction projects.
Year 3
Last term, our module took us from the history books to the science lab as we explored the creation of light. We journeyed back to Thomas Edison’s workshop to see how perseverance sparked a revolution, then rolled up our sleeves to investigate the properties of transparent, translucent, and opaque materials.
The real highlight was seeing our learners take the lead. Three students took their own initiative and agency to go beyond the lesson, creating an impressive educational poster and their very own lightbulb model! It was a brilliant display of curiosity and hands-on engineering. Well done to Tiger-Lillie, Mia-Rose, and Hudson!
School information
School information
Writing
Writing
Here you can see the work from our Wow Writers this week!
Every week we will showcase the winners of our weekly writing certificate so you can see the piece of writing they won their award for.
Year 1: Describing a character
Year 1: Describing a character
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Year 2: Retelling a story
Year 2: Retelling a story
Year 3: Using possessive apostrophes
Year 3: Using possessive apostrophes
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Year 4: Using apostrophes
Year 4: Using apostrophes
Year 5: Handwriting
Year 5: Handwriting
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Year 6: Setting description
Year 6: Setting description
Medway Library events
Medway Libraries’ World Book Day Festival launches this Saturday, with fun, free events! We would like to warmly invite your students’ families to join us to celebrate books, stories, and all the joys and opportunities reading can bring our children.
In addition to our three “tentpole” events (posters attached and details below), details of all our events can be found on our website- from storytimes, to crafts, to messy play there’s something for every child to enjoy.
Costume Swap – Get Ready for World Book Day!
Drop in to donate, swap, or pick up a new(ish) costume:
Lordswood Library: 16–24 February (during opening hours)
Saturday 28 February
World Book Day Festival Launch
10am–2pm, Chatham Community Hub
Thursday 5 March – World Book Day
Pop in and Play Dress Up and Story, 9.30am–10.30am – Lordswood Library
Messy Play, 10.30am–11.30am – Gillingham Community Hub
Dress-up Toddler Shake and Boogie + Hungry Caterpillar craft, 10.30am–11am – Twydall Community Hub
Dress Up and Story: “My Pet Star”, 10.30am–11am – Chatham Community Hub
Bookmark Craft, 3.30pm–5pm – Wigmore Community Hub
Drop-in Craft, 3.30pm–4.30pm – Lordswood Library
Story and Craft, 3.30pm–4.30pm – Luton Library
Friday 6 March
Toddler Shake and Book Day, 10.30am–11am – Strood Community Hub
Elmer Story and Collage, 2pm–3pm – Walderslade Hook Meadow Library
World Book Day Event, 3pm–4pm – Hempstead Library
World Book Day Bingo, 3.30pm–4.30pm – Hoo Library
Bookmark Craft, 3.45pm–4.15pm – Rainham Library
Saturday 7 March
Fun and Craft, 10.30am–11.30am – Grain Library
Craft Session, 10.30am–3pm – Rochester Community Hub
Elmer Trail & Collage Making, 10.30am–12pm – Walderslade Village Library
Winnie the Pooh and Friends Craft, 10.30am–12.30pm – Twydall Library
Zehra Hicks Reading & Drawing Activity, 11am–12pm – Luton Library
Saturday 14 March
Festival Finale: Choose Your Own Adventure
Featuring live illustrations by Garry Parsons
10.30am–11.30am, Rochester Community Hub
Festival Launch
Chatham Library
Saturday 28th February, 10-2pm
All ages welcome
Animal handling zoo and photography, creative writing workshop with popular children’s author Sam Gayton, face painters, and fun crafts. No need to book.
Schedule for the day:
Animal handling and photography
(including owls, snakes, hedgehogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, bearded dragons, chicks, and a Mouse Town Spectacular)
10am-12pm, 1-2pm
Sam Gayton Creative Writing Workshop
12-1pm
Face Painters
11am-2pm
Crafts
10-2pm
Zehra Hicks Storytime and Drawing Activity
Luton Library
Saturday 7th March, 11-12pm
Audience: aimed at early years, but all ages welcome
Popular picture book illustrator Zehra Hicks will be at Luton Library for a storytime, and monster book drawing activity. Book here.
Festival Finale: Choose Your Own Adventure Event, with Live Illustrations by Garry Parsons
Rochester Library
Saturday 14th March, 10.30-11.30am
Audience: aimed at primary school children, but the event is adaptable for all ages
A real-life Choose Your Own Adventure storytelling event, with live illustrations by award-winning illustrator Garry Parsons. Set on a magic treasure island- think Dungeons & Dragons for kids. Drawing throughout and treasure map craft at the end. Book here.
In this National Year of Reading, Medway Libraries wishes you a very happy World Book Day!
Promoting Positive Behaviour
Promoting Positive Behaviour
What Is Positive Behaviour?
What Is Positive Behaviour?
Positive behaviour management involves rewarding and showing attention to a child when they display "good" behaviours, such as:
Sharing.
Listening.
Showing patience.
This approach serves as an alternative to using sanctions and consequences or only addressing negative actions like hitting or running away. The guide emphasizes that good behaviour is more than just the absence of bad behaviour.
Recognising Good Behaviour
Recognising Good Behaviour
Children displaying good behaviour are recognised as those who:
Want to learn and flourish as individuals.
Maintain a positive attitude toward school, clubs, and home life.
Take responsibility for their actions.
Embrace both intellectual and physical challenges.
Show kindness to others.
Feel encouraged and supported.
The Three Rs: Routines, Responses, and Relationships
The Three Rs: Routines, Responses, and Relationships
The guide identifies three key areas for managing behaviour:
1. Routines
Plan the day with your child during breakfast.
Establish a set bedtime routine.
Share household chores and have a set time to complete them.
2. Responses
Use positive language and body language to respond to good behaviours.
Give simple, clear instructions with no ambiguity.
Use a reward chart for positive reinforcement.
3. Relationships
Understand your own emotions to better help your child.
Maintain a sense of humour and look for positives.
Spend uninterrupted time communicating with your child every day.
Communication Strategies:
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