We would like to nominate Stirling for Gold Book this week. He showed determination and perseverance to complete his collage poppy. Great attitude towards this activity - well done Stirling!

In Year 3, our Scrumdiddlyumptious Topic has continued, allowing us to explore different types of food. We have moved into sweeter varieties of treats, resulting in much excitement when we were able to see the inside of a jelly bean factory and realise that the process for us to enjoy a moment of sugary goodness; it takes four days, lots of sugar and even a sprinkling wax! We were then able to consider the designs of our favourite sweetie wrappers and discuss why they are designed in such bright, enticing ways but also why they require so much information on the packaging.

Subsequently, we were able to design our own brand of sweet. Complete with slogan and catchy advertising campaign.

Millie Taylor is our Gold Book Entry this week as her sweet wrapper design and campaign, involving collectible figures found in each packet along with interchangeable costumes, was original and made Year 3s' mouths water. Millie's sweets are called Gummy Melons and with a slogan like, 'Super Gummy it will fill your tummy,' what's not to love about these naughty treats. Mille and a few other children have now decided they want to open a sweet factory and become their own Willie Wonkas.

Millie is also in our Gold Book this week for being such an attentive Year 3 student. Millie loves to contribute her ideas and share them with the class, often showing us her incredible imagination for creative ideas. Millie is also a superb, considerate table partner, aiding students with their spelling and understanding, then quietly continuing to her own work.

We all look forward to visiting Millie's Gummy Melon factory in a few years time, I am sure all will be welcome.

Our Gold Book entry is Will. He's working incredibly hard in his lessons and demonstrating the mature attitude we expect in Year 6. Will's enthusiasm for his learning, particularly in his times tables, is wonderful to see. Keep it up!

A big thank you to Felix in Year 2 who was spotted being very helpful on his way to school by Mrs Pinner. He saw that our 'Think Before You Park' signs had fallen over so he stopped to pick them up. She later spotted him also being a very kind big brother while walking out of school.

Well done Felix - little acts of kindness do not go unnoticed!

If your child was born between 1st September 2016 and 31st August 2017, they are due to start primary school in September 2021.

To find out more about our school, we have prepared a virtual Welcome Pack for families and children looking for a Reception place. Please follow this link: https://sites.google.com/sarratt.org.uk/reception-admissions/home

You must submit your online application before the closing date on 15 January 2021 via https://www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/actweb/education/Admissions/startpage

We are still taking bookings for this half term!

Our Homework and Breakfast Club:

• provides an opportunity for children to eat breakfast in a stimulating environment where they can engage with their peers and adults

• provides children with a calm and purposeful start which can boost concentration and performance throughout the school day

• can help improve pupils’ attendance and punctuality

• promotes social interaction and communication skills

• can improve pupils’ motivation and self-confidence through developing relationships with other adults and children in school

If you are interested in a place or would like further details, please contact Miss Presswell, our finance administrator, in the school office.