Newsletter Oct

Dear Parents and Carers,

It has been a very busy October and we are delighted to share with you some of the highlights from the last few weeks.

Reminders -

Don't forget to check the events calendar for upcoming events - click here.
We have planned for a range of workshops throughout the year - please come along to any that are interest to you. Click here to see our planned Workshops for Parents.
Highlights of events are showcased on the website under News & Events - click here
Highlights of our Educational Visits can be found on the website too - click here
All the details of our Curriculum can be found on the website - click here
You can keep up to date with the themes for our Assemblies and Prayer and Liturgy focus by reading the latest Religion Newsletters here - November

At the bottom of this page, you will be able to click on the links to see what has been happening in each year group this term.

With blessing and prayers

Miss Doherty xx

Positive Behaviour Management

As part of our ongoing reflection and strive for excellence we continue to follow a Positive Behaviour Policy. We are developing children's independence and encouraging them to take ownership of their behaviour. We take all forms of negative behaviours seriously, including bullying and any form of discrimination. If you wish to talk about any issues, please do see your child's class teacher or a member of SLT, to talk through your concerns. We work with parents to ensure all pupils feel happy and safe at school.

Behaviour blueprint 2023.pdf

Zones of Regulation

We use Zones of Regulation across the school, to help pupils identify their feelings and find strategies to help them regulate their emotions.

Copy of 1. zones-of-regulation-powerpoint.pdf

West End Superstars

We are so proud of our young stars who have been acting, singing and dancing on stage in the West End playing parts in Musicals such as Tina and Matilda.

Highlights from our Wrap Around Care - 6OC

Hello Yellow Day - World Mental Health Day

Olive Dining Monthly Newsletter - October

Olive Dining - Oct Newsletter

Reminders

Timings - please remember that school starts at 8:50am each day. Gates will close at 8:55am. The school day finishes at 3:20pm each day. Session times for Nursery are 8:30-11:30am and 12:20-3:20pm. The Pre-school session is 9:00am-12pm .
Uniform - children are able to wear light blue polo shirts that do not have the school logo. We encourage pupils to have a jumper with the school logo. We have a stock of jumpers that are in very good condition that have been donated from past pupils. If you would like a recycled school jumper, please see the office staff. Pupils can wear any brand of grey trousers, shorts or skirts. Girls can also wear trousers if they prefer. Any brand of Summer dress can also be worn in the warmer weather -these need to be blue & white. Black shoes must be worn each day.
PE Kits - children can wear any dark shorts or bottoms for PE. They can wear a plain white top or a t-shirt with the school logo. Any brand of plimsolls or trainers can be worn for PE. Football kits are not allowed for PE lessons.
Online Safety - it is essential that you monitor your child's use of the internet including apps on their phones. There are times when children are on platforms such as Snapchat, WhatsApp and others, when children can be exposed to inappropriate language and behaviour. You should ensure that your child knows who they are talking to/communicating with. Our advice would be to not use apps that are not age appropriate.
Click here to access some useful information about online safety.
Smart Watches are not permitted in school. Some watches have the facility to take photos and videos. We are unable to check all watches, but we need to ensure that all pupils and staff are kept safe. The easiest way to ensure the safety of all, is to not allow any smart watches in school so that inappropriate recording can't take place. This includes Fitbits and other devices.
Road Safety - Please do not park on the zig-zag lines at the zebra crossings, or on the double yellow lines around the entrances to the school. These parking restrictions are in place to keep everyone safe. Please also be mindful or parking on the curbs/pavements. The pavement is very narrow and these need to be kept clear for those who are walking.
Wrap Around Care - If you would like details of our Breakfast Club (7:30am until start of school day) or 6 O'Clock Club (3:20-6pm) please contact the school office between 8am and 4pm for prices and information.
Family Hub Website - a useful website for families https://families.newham.gov.uk/kb5/newham/directory/family.page?familychannel=1

Our Parish - St Margaret's and All Saints

Here is a link to St Margaret's and All Saints Parish Website where you will find the latest copies of the Parish Newsletter and other information such as Mass times and events. There is a Live Stream for all Masses at the Main Church, and if you would like to watch School Masses at the Convent Chapel they are also Live Streamed. Here are the links -

St Margaret's Church Live Stream Convent Chapel Live Stream (School Masses - Friday am)

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