Sarratt School Newsletter
Courage Compassion Creativity
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Today we have been celebrating Children in Need by wearing Spots! The children all looked amazing as we gathered for Gold Book Assembly this morning. Don't forget to make donations direct to Children in Need - you can find details here: https://donate.bbcchildreninneed.co.uk/
We also have something wonderful to share with you - an exclusive preview of the video for Electric Umbrella's Single, Acceptance, featuring Sarratt School! We have a special relationship with the charity due to our shared passion for and commitment to equity, diversity an inclusion. We have worked closely with Electric Umbrella to champion EDI through shared musical ventures. See details below to find out more about this wonderful organisation.
Nicola O'Hare
Head Teacher
PS: Check out our Instagram Account for Updates on the School.
At Electric Umbrella we use music to unite people and create a more inclusive society.
Through amazing workshops and performances, on stage and in schools, we empower learning disabled people, of all abilities, fostering confidence, skills, and leadership potential.
“Acceptance”: is the first of 7 music videos to accompany our digital education resources. These resources are designed to equip teachers with the tools they need to promote disability confidence to the next generation of learners and influencers in society – potentially reaching every school and child all over the UK.
The equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) Electric Umbrella Express resource pack has been compiled by work undertaken with members of Electric Umbrella and the children of Sarratt Church of England Primary school. It has been written for teachers and students to explore EDI and is designed to address the obligations of the SMSC (Spiritual, moral, social and cultural) learning which underpins every curriculum. Using songs which were written specifically for the programme, this pack will provide a range of activities to use across a wide range of ages and can be used to teach English, SMSC and other areas of the curriculum.
When you’re a part of Electric Umbrella, the stage is always set, the lights are bright, and the show is always on.
Everyone in our community has the opportunity to work with professional musicians to co-produce extraordinary performances.
And in doing so, we’re on a mission to challenge people to think differently about learning disabled people.
After all, there's no such thing as normal.
Find out more about us:
https://electricumbrella.org.uk
Acceptance” written by Tom Billington & Electric Umbrella, produced by Jo Webb and Tom Billington, mixed by Jo Webb
Film by Sam Clifford
Last night was film and pyjama night at after school club. The children snuggled down to watch Encanto with hot dogs and pop corn as an extra treat!
The next special after school event will be an evening of festive fun on 16th December (look out for more information soon!).
Elijah has embraced the Sarratt Way - treating others how he would be treated and doing his best to be his best!
August has made fantastic progress in phonics with Set 3 Sounds. He also also worked incredibly hard to perfect his handwriting too!
Elizabeth has shown determination and perseverance when learning the column method in maths - Well Done!
Lara is bright and cheerful in class - a superstar contributor in all lessons. She comes in full of positivity - an awesome team member!
Alexa demonstrates excellent effort and determination - consistently pushing herself to excel across all areas of the curriculum. She pays close attention to detail and approaches her work with focus.
Fri 22nd November Non-Uniform Day - bring a donation for the Christmas Fair
Fri 29th November 3.30pm Christmas Fair
Fri 29th Nov - Mon 2nd Dec Sarratt Christmas Tree Festival @ Holy Cross Church
Mon 2nd December 10am School Choir to perform @ Holy Cross Church
Wed 11th December Christmas Jumper and Lunch Day
Thu 12th December Nativity Dress Rehearsal
Fri 13th December Pantomime
Mon 16th December 2.15pm Nativity
Tue 17th December 9.15am Nativity
Tue 17th December 2.15pm KS2 Performance
Wed 18th December 9.15pm KS2 Performance
Thu 19th December 9.00m Christmas Service
Fri 20th December Break the Rules Day (non-uniform)
Fri 20th December 1.30pm School Closes for Christmas
For all term dates 2024/25, please visit: https://sarratt.herts.sch.uk/news-dates/
The Christmas Grinch, aka Mrs O'Hare, has created a new set of rules for school. £1 for each rule broken:
School uniform must be worn (no festive jumpers, sequins or sparkles!)
Hair must be neat and tidy (definitely no Christmas head wear e.g. Santa hats, reindeer ears or Elf hats!)
No nail varnish (particularly not in Christmas colours - red, green, gold, sparkly...)
No tattoos (DEFINITELY NOT CHRISTMAS ONES!)
Healthy snacks only (no festive chocolate, sweet treats, candy canes, chocolate coins...)
A Parentmail item will be available before the day to leave your donations for any broken rules!
Please also follow Dacorum DSPL social media pages for the most recent updates:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dspldacorum
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dspl_dacorum/
Hair
Long Hair (below shoulder length) must be tied up for school (i.e. in a ponytail, bun or plait). Any hair decoration must be discrete and in school colours.
Jewellery
Jewellery is limited to a watch and small ear studs only. Earrings must be removed on PE days.
Make-up
Make-up and Nail Varnish are not permitted.
Punctuality
The beginning of the day is an important time in school. Please ensure that children are in school by 8.45am when the gates close.
Snacks and Water
Make sure your child comes to school with a water bottle each day. Children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 are provided with a snack in the morning. Children in KS2 can bring a fruit or vegetable snack to school for playtime.
Medication
If your child needs additional medication, please fill in this form and drop it into the school office.
Request for school to administer medication form
Health and Safety
The climbing frames are out of bounds before and after school. When entering the school via the main gates, please use the path to the side of the carpark. Please park considerately and turn-engines off when dropping off and picking up.
We would like to politely remind all to not walk through the school staff car park at any time. For safety reasons please use the designated side pavement, it is a working car park and can therefore be potentially dangerous
Please do not let children run or play in the school car park.
Uniform
On non-PE days, children must come to school in full uniform including black school shoes or boots (not UGG Boots). On wet/ icy days, children can bring a change of footwear for school if necessary. Please ensure your child has an outdoor jacket everyday. We always aim to have the children outside as much as possible during playtime and lunchtime.
School Shoes
We have noticed an increasing number of children wearing trainers to school. While we do permit shoe style all black trainers as we recognise these can be a more affordable option, we do not permit black trainers such as baseball or running trainers. See images below for clarification.
Online Safety is an important part of keeping children safe from harm.
We have security measures in place in school, which are constantly reviewed, to help safeguard pupils from any potential dangers. Online Safety is taught to all pupils explaining and demonstrating how to stay safe and behave appropriately online.
We can only be successful in keeping children safe online if we work with you to ensure the e-safety message is consistent. Your help is needed to talk to your children about how they can keep safe and behave appropriately online.
Children are accessing a greater amount of content online, than we were ever exposed to in our childhood. Children can accidently or deliberately be exposed to unwanted or unpleasant content or comments online and there are steps you can take at home to minimise this risk.
The NSPCC provide guidance on how to protect children online for parents including setting controls, talking to your child and how to report concerns.
https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/
New Statutory Guidance regarding unauthorised absence and Penalty Notice Fines.
Good attendance starts at primary school - children who have attendance of 97% or above achieve better outcomes in school and have the best opportunities in their adult life.
If your child misses school regularly, this will affect friendships as well as academic outcomes. It can be hard for a child who misses lots of school to form and maintain relationships with their classmates.
Being on time is also vital. Arriving late at school can be very disruptive for your child, their teacher and the other children in the class.
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
Culture in Three Rivers - what does it mean to you?
You’re invited to have your say in a new online survey, which focusses on local cultural activity and what role it plays within our district.
The insight and views that you share will feed into the creation of a new five-year Cultural Strategy being produced by the council. This will define and celebrate the rich culture of Three Rivers and help to identify any opportunities where cultural activity can be enhanced.
What does the word culture mean to you?
What places do you visit, activities do you take part in and traditions do you cherish in your community? The council are also keen to hear what challenges you might face when taking part in cultural activity locally and across the wider district.
The consultation is now LIVE and you have until the 22nd November to have your say.
Click here to take part in the survey.
We have always prided ourselves on being an open and approachable school and believe that good communication with our families is important to the success of our school.
Class Whatsapp groups are a valuable platform for parents to share information, particularly for those families who are new to the school and have limited opportunities to interact in the playground. If you have any questions or concerns regarding any area of school life or would like to share important information regarding your child, we would ask you to speak to the school directly. There are very clear channels available for doing this, outlined on the parent information pages of our website. We are always here to listen and will endeavour to address any issues quickly and effectively.
Below is the link to the list of who to contact should you need any information about a specific area of school life. Should you wish to raise any questions or concerns directly regarding your child, the class teacher is always the first point of contact. If you have spoken to the class teacher but feel the issue is not resolved or should you require further information, then please make an appointment to see the Phase Leader – Mrs Whittaker for Reception and KS1 children and Mrs Serby for KS2 children.
Put your advert here for £25 per term
Contact the school office for more details