Newsletter 19 20/01/23

This week at Sacred Heart…

This week, I have had the privilege of children sharing much of their learning outcomes with me - including Year 4 pupils sharing their progress in times-tables, Year 6 sharing their reading skills and Year 5 sharing their writing. Thank you children for working so hard – keep it up!

The spring term always presents weather issues. It continues to be particularly cold, so please make sure your child has the appropriate clothing, coat etc. to match the conditions, as these can often change day to day, or even within the school day itself.

We are experiencing an increasing number of cases of flu-like symptoms in the school - amongst children and staff. Please keep a close eye on your children and keep them at home if they feel unwell and have a fever. Due to some impact to our staffing, amid these high levels of flu, there will be times when classes have to be taught and supported by different teachers. Our aim, as ever, will be to maintain familiarity and consistency. Thank you for your understanding and support.

God bless,

Mrs Mullally

• 22th Jan - Reception Class (start Sept 2023) closing date for additional paperwork to school (SIFs and Baptism Certificates)

• 23rd Jan - Rock Man Workshop in the Hall for Year 3

• 26th Jan - St Michael Class Share a Prayer Assembly – 9.00am in school hall – parents/carers welcome

• 2nd Feb - St Clare Class Share a Prayer Assembly – 9.00am in school hall – parents/carers welcome

• 8th Feb - Final swimming lesson for Year 5 St Gabriel

• 9th Feb - St Francis Class Share a Prayer Assembly – 9.00am in school hall – parents/carers welcome

• 10th Feb - Nursery Application closing date for Easter start pupils

• 13th Feb - 17th Feb - HALF TERM

• 20th Feb - INSET Day – Non-Pupil Day - NO CHILDREN IN SCHOOL

• 21st Feb - Children return to school

Please find some important information below for parents/carers about Scarlet Fever and Group A Strep

https://livewellsouthend.com/kb5/southendonsea/directory/advice.page?id=RpoMs020AgA

The deadline for school applications for our next Reception Classes for September 2023 (for children born between 1st September 2018 and 31st August 2019) to Southend Borough Council (www.southend.gov.uk/admissions) has now passed (15th January 2023). The school's Supplementary Information Form (SIF) must also be completed to support applications. The SIF form can be obtained from the school website, under ‘Admissions’. The Supplementary Information Form, along with a copy of your child’s Baptismal Certificate (if applicable) is to be returned to the school office by 22nd January 2023.

Regular attendance at school is vital for children to thrive. Missing school can have a significant effect on education with children missing key learning and having gaps in their knowledge and understanding. Wherever possible, please ensure your child is attending school every day! We like to reward positive attendance and currently have weekly and termly attendance rewards.