Sarratt School Summer Newsletter
Dear Parents and Carers,
I can't believe it is Summer already - time seems to have flown this year! This year, it has been fantastic to see the return of so many events and experiences that make Primary School such a wonderful place to be - visits, sports days, productions... This year, they have seemed even more magical and being able to have you share in them has been extra special for everyone.
I would like to say a huge thank you to every member of our Sarratt Community - staff, families, governors and, most importantly, children. You all help to make our school a happy and special place to be.
A big thank you also for your generosity and kind words towards myself and the staff over the past couple of days - it is never expected and always really appreciated.
I hope you all have a fabulous and well-deserved break and I look forward to seeing you all on Tuesday 6th September.
Warmest regards,
Nicola O'Hare
Head of School
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https://twitter.com/SarrattPrimary
Good Bye Year 6
Year 6, I want to say a big heartfelt thank you! You have been wonderful role models, considerate and courteous till the very end. You have achieved so much in your time here but it is your friendship, positivity and inclusiveness that I will remember most about you. I wish you the very best of luck in everything you do - I know you will be amazing!
A few (more) goodbyes...
We have a few of our wonderful team sadly leaving us this Summer...
Mrs Adams
Mrs Adams is leaving us after 8 years of dedicated service. She will be retiring this summer as a member of staff but, fortunately, we will be welcoming her back in the autumn term as a volunteer.
Mrs Prashad
Miss Prashad, who has been with the school 3 years as a valued member of our Midday Supervisory Team (though she has been involved in the school for a few more as a dedicated member of Sunset and Sunrise Club), will be leaving us to start a new career at a local nursery. We wish her the very best of luck in this new adventure. Thank you Mrs Prashad!
Miss Stowe
Finally, we bid a fond farewell (and bon voyage!) to Miss Stowe. She's off to start an exciting new chapter with her family in Norfolk. Miss Stowe has been with the school 8 years and been a pivotal part in the school's journey of improvement. Most importantly, she has given our children the very best, most positive start to their school life and for that we are truly thankful. Good luck Miss Stowe - we will all really miss you!
Your Feedback Matters
Thank you to everyone who contributed to our recent Parent Voice Survey. Here are some of your comments along with some of the actions we have and will put in place to address what we could do better.
What do we do well at Sarratt School?
Communication and inclusion
Open to discussion with parents when needed. Sarratt has a helpful and energetic team.
Teacher have a good understanding of children's personalities and needs
Very caring and nurturing
Positive, friendly attitude and ethos
What do you think makes makes Sarratt School special?
The teachers and the way it is run. Everyone is there because they want to be there and they love what they do. It really shows and I smile every time I drop my girls off at school.
The staff , the location , the activities that are extra-curricular, the size of school
It has a wonderful atmosphere, the children look very happy.
Small and caring. Lovely teachers who really seem to care.
What could we do better at Sarratt School?
Autumn Term 2022
All dates will be added to the school website next week.
Mon 5th Sept 9am - 12pm Reception Induction Morning
Tue 6th Sept
8.40am Autumn Term Begins
2.45pm KS1 Meet the Teacher
Wed 7th Sept
2.45pm Lower Key Stage 2 Meet the Teacher
Thu 8th Sept
2.45pm Upper Key Stage 2 Meet the Teacher
Mon 12th Sept
9.10am KS1 Parent Workshop (Maths)
2.30pm Lower KS2 Parent Workshop (Maths)
Tue 13th Sept
9.10am Y5 Parent Workshop (Maths)
2.30pm Y6 Parent Workshop (Maths)
Wed 14th and Thu 15th Sept
School Photos
Tue 20th Sept
9.10am YR and Y1 Parent Workshop - Phonics
Week beg. 17th Oct
Parent Consultation Evenings
Years 3 & 4 Day Out
On Tuesday, Years 3 & 4 had a special day in Sarratt. Firstly, we visited Holy Cross Church were we sang and shared the story of Joseph. Year 3 then had a chance to explore the inside of the church, whilst Year 4 explored the churchyard and thought about the legacy they leave behind in Year 4 and can build in Year 5.
After our picnic lunch, we headed off to Mrs Roe's Woodland Garden where we explored the nature available to us in a scavanger hunt before undertaking an art challenge; to paint what we could see using a free, loose hand. The children were asked to paint standing up, using a long handled paintbrush.
We would like to say a very big thank you to Holy Cross and Mrs Roe for letting us use their spaces for our learning and we look forward to returning again next year.
Summer Reading Challenge
Organised by charity The Reading Agency (www.readingagency.org.uk) and the UK public library network since 1999, the Summer Reading Challenge is the UK’s biggest annual reading promotion for children aged 4 to 11.
The Summer Reading Challenge combines FREE access to books with fun, creative activities during the summer holidays. Throughout the Challenge, library staff and young volunteers support the children, helping them to discover new authors and illustrators and to explore a wide range of different types of books and ways of reading.
How the Challenge works
• Children sign up through their local library and receive a Gadgeteers collector poster.
• Children set a reading goal and borrow and read library books of their own choice during the summer, collecting special stickers to complete their poster and extra incentives along the way.
• Library staff and volunteers are on hand to advise and run family-friendly activities.
• Children who complete the Summer Reading Challenge are presented with a certificate and/or a medal.
• The official Challenge website hosts digital rewards, author videos, games and more for children to enjoy all summer: www.summerreadingchallenge.org.uk
When you return to school in September, make sure you bring your medals / certificates in to share with your class teacher.
Good Luck!
Class Teachers 2022/23
SPA News
It was lovely to see all the children having such a great time at Wednesday’s discos! We raised nearly £1000! This will all go back into providing the children with some exciting extra-curricular activities next year.
A huge thank you to all the parents who helped out to make things run smoothly and to Mrs O’Hare for her impromptu children’s entertainer appearance when the power went off!
Community Events
From Three Rivers:
Below highlights the activities we have coming THIS SUMMER for young people across the district:
Play Rangers
Join us this summer for lots of fun and adventures with the award winning Play Ranger team
Free sessions
For more information visit threeriversleisure.co.uk/play-rangers
Nature Activities:
River Dipping
Tuesday 2 August, 2pm-3.30pm at Scotsbridge Playing Fields
£4 per child
Bird Box Building
Thursday 4 August, 10am-11.30am at Leavesden Country Park
£10 per bird box
The Power of Flight
Tuesday 9 August, 10am-11.30am at Leavesden Country Park
£4 per child
Nature Walk
Thursday 11 August, 2pm-3.30pm at Chorleywood House Grounds
£4 per person
Children MUST be accompanied by an adult at all sessions.
For more information visit: threeriversleisure.co.uk/natureactivities
Under 19 Free Swim & Free Gym
Free swimming and gym sessions at selected leisure centres across Three Rivers will return this summer holiday.
For dates and times visit threerivers.gov.uk
Playschemes for this summer have sold out, but did you know about Three Rivers ACE - accessible childcare for everyone?
Families living in the Three Rivers district may be eligible for a discount on holiday play provisions.
To find out more about the criteria and to apply please go to threeriversleisure.co.uk/three-rivers-ace
Please find a link to the Raring2go! Watford Summer magazine. It’s packed full of information around Summer activities and events, camps and classes to keep the kids entertained over the long break.
https://magazines.raring2go.co.uk/watford/summer/
CRFC-Player-Recruitment.pdf
Church News
Uniform Exchange
One of our wonderful parents has set up a facebook page to exchange uniform items that are no longer needed. If your child has outgrown their uniform or you are looking for additional items then this is the place for you. click on the link below to go to the page.
Online Safety
Please follow the link to Summer's Online Safety newsletter for parents and carers containing guidance and advice on Keeping your children safe online.
Family Support
July Updates!
The Delivery Special Provision Locally (DSPL) team in the Dacorum area have lots going on over the coming weeks to support families including workshops, support groups and activities. The link below sends you directly to their website for news about support, workshops and courses based in the Dacorum area.
