St Winefride's Catholic Primary School proudly a part of The Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy Trust
St Winefride's Catholic Primary School proudly a part of The Our Lady of Grace Catholic Academy Trust
Spring No 9, Friday 15th March 2024
Gospel of the Week
Gospel of the Week
The Fifth Sunday of Lent - Year B
The Fifth Sunday of Lent - Year B
Jesus Talks About His Death
Jesus Talks About His Death
There were some Greek people, too, who came to Jerusalem to worship at the Passover Feast. They went to Philip. (Philip was from Bethsaida, in Galilee.) They said, “Sir, we would like to see Jesus.” Philip told Andrew. Then Andrew and Philip told Jesus.
There were some Greek people, too, who came to Jerusalem to worship at the Passover Feast. They went to Philip. (Philip was from Bethsaida, in Galilee.) They said, “Sir, we would like to see Jesus.” Philip told Andrew. Then Andrew and Philip told Jesus.
Jesus said to them, “The time has come for the Son of Man to receive his glory. I tell you the truth. A grain of wheat must fall to the ground and die. Then it makes many seeds. But if it never dies, it remains only a single seed. The person who loves his life will give up true life. But the person who hates his life in this world will keep true life forever. Whoever serves me must follow me. Then my servant will be with me everywhere I am. My Father will honour anyone who serves me.
Jesus said to them, “The time has come for the Son of Man to receive his glory. I tell you the truth. A grain of wheat must fall to the ground and die. Then it makes many seeds. But if it never dies, it remains only a single seed. The person who loves his life will give up true life. But the person who hates his life in this world will keep true life forever. Whoever serves me must follow me. Then my servant will be with me everywhere I am. My Father will honour anyone who serves me.
“Now I am very troubled. What should I say? Should I say, ‘Father, save me from this time’? No, I came to this time so that I could suffer. Father, bring glory to your name!”
“Now I am very troubled. What should I say? Should I say, ‘Father, save me from this time’? No, I came to this time so that I could suffer. Father, bring glory to your name!”
Then a voice came from heaven, “I have brought glory to it, and I will do it again.”
Then a voice came from heaven, “I have brought glory to it, and I will do it again.”
The crowd standing there heard the voice. They said it was thunder.
The crowd standing there heard the voice. They said it was thunder.
But others said, “An angel has spoken to him.”
But others said, “An angel has spoken to him.”
Jesus said, “That voice was for you, not for me. Now is the time for the world to be judged. Now the ruler of this world will be thrown down. I will be lifted up from the earth. And when this happens, I will draw all people toward me.” Jesus said this to show how he would die.
Jesus said, “That voice was for you, not for me. Now is the time for the world to be judged. Now the ruler of this world will be thrown down. I will be lifted up from the earth. And when this happens, I will draw all people toward me.” Jesus said this to show how he would die.
John 12:20-23
John 12:20-23
End of Term & the Easter Holiday
End of Term & the Easter Holiday
We break up for the Easter Holiday on THURSDAY 21st March at 3.15pm.
We break up for the Easter Holiday on THURSDAY 21st March at 3.15pm.
The children return to school on Monday 8th April at 8.40am.
The children return to school on Monday 8th April at 8.40am.
Easter Raffle
Easter Raffle
Tickets will be on sale for the Easter Raffle from Monday morning. You may buy tickets at the Main Gate or give children the money to hand in. Tickets are only 20p each!
Tickets will be on sale for the Easter Raffle from Monday morning. You may buy tickets at the Main Gate or give children the money to hand in. Tickets are only 20p each!
Parent/Carer Consultations
Parent/Carer Consultations
You may book your Parent/Carer Consultation with your child's teacher through the link you were sent via School Ping earlier in the week.
You may book your Parent/Carer Consultation with your child's teacher through the link you were sent via School Ping earlier in the week.
Reception consultations are on Tuesday 19th March and Wednesday 20th March, all other year group's consultations are on Wednesday 20th March and Thursday 21st March.
Reception consultations are on Tuesday 19th March and Wednesday 20th March, all other year group's consultations are on Wednesday 20th March and Thursday 21st March.
SATs Boosters
SATs Boosters
Due to the Parent/Carers Consultations there will not be any SATs Boosters next week. They will resume after the Easter Break.
Due to the Parent/Carers Consultations there will not be any SATs Boosters next week. They will resume after the Easter Break.
Easter Passion
Easter Passion
The Year 3 and Year 4 Children will be presenting their Easter Passion on Wednesday 20th and Thursday 21st March at 2.00pm in the School Hall, please come along if you are able to.
The Year 3 and Year 4 Children will be presenting their Easter Passion on Wednesday 20th and Thursday 21st March at 2.00pm in the School Hall, please come along if you are able to.
Year 6 Residential March 2024
Year 6 Residential March 2024
The Year 6 children had a wonderful, muddy time on their Residential Visit. The photos of the visit are on the link sent separately to the children's parents/carers earlier in the week.
The Year 6 children had a wonderful, muddy time on their Residential Visit. The photos of the visit are on the link sent separately to the children's parents/carers earlier in the week.
The children took part in lots of activities including Archery, Go Kart Racing, Fire Lighting, Caving, Camp Fire Stories, Crate Stacking, Abseiling and lots more. They even had surprise visits from Mrs Brosnan, Mr Savin, Mrs Krish and Mr Whitehorn who all helped cooking the meals!
The children took part in lots of activities including Archery, Go Kart Racing, Fire Lighting, Caving, Camp Fire Stories, Crate Stacking, Abseiling and lots more. They even had surprise visits from Mrs Brosnan, Mr Savin, Mrs Krish and Mr Whitehorn who all helped cooking the meals!
Walking Bears
Walking Bears
This week Charlie Bear from Nursery went home with Pola. They both went to Gymnastics and played with Lego together. Pola drew a lovely picture of her and Charlie too!
This week Charlie Bear from Nursery went home with Pola. They both went to Gymnastics and played with Lego together. Pola drew a lovely picture of her and Charlie too!
Cycle Training
Cycle Training
The Year 5 children received their their cycle training certificates and badges in today's Achievement Assembly. There will be more Bikeability Courses for the Year 3 & 4 children in May, we will release details as soon as we have them.
The Year 5 children received their their cycle training certificates and badges in today's Achievement Assembly. There will be more Bikeability Courses for the Year 3 & 4 children in May, we will release details as soon as we have them.
Two Year Old Provision
Two Year Old Provision
We are hoping to release our Consultation Paper on the change of age range from three to eleven to two to eleven next Friday. This consultation will last for six weeks until 3rd May 2024.
We are hoping to release our Consultation Paper on the change of age range from three to eleven to two to eleven next Friday. This consultation will last for six weeks until 3rd May 2024.
If you would like to register your interest in using our Two Year Old provision please click the button below and complete the form or drop in to the front office and complete a paper copy of the form.
If you would like to register your interest in using our Two Year Old provision please click the button below and complete the form or drop in to the front office and complete a paper copy of the form.
CAFOD Walk
CAFOD Walk
The children in Year 5 & 6 went to Little Ilford Park on a sponsored walk today, Friday 15th March, to raise money for the CAFOD Lenten appeal. Between them they walked over 200km, an amazing achievement!
The children in Year 5 & 6 went to Little Ilford Park on a sponsored walk today, Friday 15th March, to raise money for the CAFOD Lenten appeal. Between them they walked over 200km, an amazing achievement!
Guide Dog Visit
Guide Dog Visit
On Thursday, 14th March, the children in Years 1 & 2 received a visit from the Guide Dog Charity as part of their citizenship activities. They will be returning later in the year and we are looking at potentially sponsoring a guide dog in the future.
On Thursday, 14th March, the children in Years 1 & 2 received a visit from the Guide Dog Charity as part of their citizenship activities. They will be returning later in the year and we are looking at potentially sponsoring a guide dog in the future.
Important Notice
Important Notice
We have received an instruction from Fr John Victor, informing us that children are not allowed to light candles in St Stephen's unless they have an adult with them.
We have received an instruction from Fr John Victor, informing us that children are not allowed to light candles in St Stephen's unless they have an adult with them.
Please remind your children that they should only light a candle if you or another adult is with them, thank you.
Please remind your children that they should only light a candle if you or another adult is with them, thank you.
Staff Appreciation Awards
Staff Appreciation Awards
The Staff Appreciation Awards, suggested by the children, for this week are:
The Staff Appreciation Awards, suggested by the children, for this week are:
Mr McAteer, Mrs Whitehorn, Miss De Gouveia, Mr Prinsloo & Mrs Krish for being so fantastic on the Year 6 Residential Visit!
Mr McAteer, Mrs Whitehorn, Miss De Gouveia, Mr Prinsloo & Mrs Krish for being so fantastic on the Year 6 Residential Visit!
Congratulations to all, they are very well deserved!
Congratulations to all, they are very well deserved!
Picture News
Picture News
Story: Many families who travelled to Glasgow for an event that claimed to channel the magic of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory were sorely disappointed.
Story: Many families who travelled to Glasgow for an event that claimed to channel the magic of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory were sorely disappointed.
Question: What’s the best way to handle disappointment?
Question: What’s the best way to handle disappointment?
Primary Picture News Resource England - 18th March - Experiences.pptx
Chess Competition
Chess Competition
The draw for the Chess Competitionhas been made and the first matches are underway!
The draw for the Chess Competitionhas been made and the first matches are underway!
After School Clubs
After School Clubs
A new selection of After School Clubs will be advertised shortly for the Summer Term. Please keep an eye out for the School Ping message. Priority will be given to those children who have not had the opportunity to attend a club and then places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis thereafter, while trying to ensure every child who applies for a place will be accepted into at least one club.
A new selection of After School Clubs will be advertised shortly for the Summer Term. Please keep an eye out for the School Ping message. Priority will be given to those children who have not had the opportunity to attend a club and then places will be allocated on a first come, first served basis thereafter, while trying to ensure every child who applies for a place will be accepted into at least one club.
Clubs on offer will include:
Clubs on offer will include:
Archery
Archery
Crochet
Crochet
Computing
Computing
Art
Art
Glockenspiel
Glockenspiel
We also hope to offer one or two more, with details to follow.
We also hope to offer one or two more, with details to follow.
Assembly Timetable
Assembly Timetable
Assemblies will remain in the School Hall at the present time. Performances will begin at 2.30pm please arrive early to be in place ready for the performance.
Assemblies will remain in the School Hall at the present time. Performances will begin at 2.30pm please arrive early to be in place ready for the performance.
The new Assembly Timetable for the Summer Term will be available shortly.
The new Assembly Timetable for the Summer Term will be available shortly.
Coffee Morning Timetable
Coffee Morning Timetable
Coffee Morning takes place in the School Hall beginning at 8.40am each Friday. The children who performed in the Achievement Assembly the previous week will repeat their performance at the following week's Coffee Morning.
Coffee Morning takes place in the School Hall beginning at 8.40am each Friday. The children who performed in the Achievement Assembly the previous week will repeat their performance at the following week's Coffee Morning.
Friday 12th April - Class 2
Friday 12th April - Class 2
The new Coffee Morning Timetable for the Summer Term will be available shortly.
The new Coffee Morning Timetable for the Summer Term will be available shortly.
School Calendar
School Calendar
The button below takes you directly to the School Calendar Page of our website.
The button below takes you directly to the School Calendar Page of our website.
Here you will find term dates, After School Club times, SATs Test dates, Sports Day, Children's Mass at St Stephen's and the Assembly and Coffee Morning dates.
Here you will find term dates, After School Club times, SATs Test dates, Sports Day, Children's Mass at St Stephen's and the Assembly and Coffee Morning dates.
School Dinner Menu
School Dinner Menu
Please click the picture or the button below to see the menu the children will be choosing their meals from for the Spring Term. Next week will be the Spring Week 2 Menu.
Please click the picture or the button below to see the menu the children will be choosing their meals from for the Spring Term. Next week will be the Spring Week 2 Menu.
Safeguarding - Keeping Your Child Safe
Safeguarding - Keeping Your Child Safe
What Parents & Educators need to know about Developing Healthy Sleep Patterns
What Parents & Educators need to know about Developing Healthy Sleep Patterns
Dreaming of a decent night’s sleep? 🥱🛌 Many of us are – and it’s a particularly pervasive problem for young people. Concerningly, research has suggested that around 70% of teens get less than the recommended 8–10 hours’ sleep per night. The effects of poor-quality sleep on a developing mind, of course, can be harmful over a prolonged period.
Dreaming of a decent night’s sleep? 🥱🛌 Many of us are – and it’s a particularly pervasive problem for young people. Concerningly, research has suggested that around 70% of teens get less than the recommended 8–10 hours’ sleep per night. The effects of poor-quality sleep on a developing mind, of course, can be harmful over a prolonged period.
Although a significant portion of under-18s struggle for shut eye, there is still plenty we can do to support them in getting the beneficial rest they need during those formative years. Compiled in conjunction with our friends at award-winning mental health charity Minds Ahead, this week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide has tips on helping children to develop healthy sleeping habits 💤
Although a significant portion of under-18s struggle for shut eye, there is still plenty we can do to support them in getting the beneficial rest they need during those formative years. Compiled in conjunction with our friends at award-winning mental health charity Minds Ahead, this week’s #WakeUpWednesday guide has tips on helping children to develop healthy sleeping habits 💤
Hymn of the Half Term
Hymn of the Half Term
This half term's hymn is I am a Friend of God, by Israel Houghton.
This half term's hymn is I am a Friend of God, by Israel Houghton.
To play the hymn please click on the Google Slide and the music will start automatically once you advance to the second slide. You may then advance the slides after every two verses and the music will continue to play as you do so.
To play the hymn please click on the Google Slide and the music will start automatically once you advance to the second slide. You may then advance the slides after every two verses and the music will continue to play as you do so.
There is also as link to the YouTube video on the slides and below:
There is also as link to the YouTube video on the slides and below:
This Week's Prayer
This Week's Prayer
Father,
Father,
We thank you that Jesus was willing to be lifted up on the cross of Calvary so that we might have eternal life.
We thank you that Jesus was willing to be lifted up on the cross of Calvary so that we might have eternal life.
In his name we pray.
In his name we pray.
Amen.
Amen.
God Bless You,
God Bless You,
Mrs Brosnan
Mrs Brosnan
Head Teacher
Head Teacher
Commonwealth Youth Choir
Commonwealth Youth Choir
Exciting times ahead for the children in the Commonwealth Youth Choir! On Monday 11th March they are off to the Memorial Gates on Constitution Hill to take part in the Commonwealth Day celebrations. On Tuesday 12th March they are rehearsing at St Edward's for a recording session on Wednesday 13th March at St Paul's Church in Knightsbridge.
Exciting times ahead for the children in the Commonwealth Youth Choir! On Monday 11th March they are off to the Memorial Gates on Constitution Hill to take part in the Commonwealth Day celebrations. On Tuesday 12th March they are rehearsing at St Edward's for a recording session on Wednesday 13th March at St Paul's Church in Knightsbridge.
The following Wednesday, 20th March they are back at St Paul's, for a rehearsal for a performance at a prestigious event at Spencer House in St James's Place on Thursday 21st March.
The following Wednesday, 20th March they are back at St Paul's, for a rehearsal for a performance at a prestigious event at Spencer House in St James's Place on Thursday 21st March.
They will be grateful for the Easter break!
They will be grateful for the Easter break!
Reception Screening
Reception Screening
As part of the Reception Screening Programme, a health visitor from Newham will be in school on Wednesday 24th April until Friday 26th April to complete the hearing and vision screening for Reception. She has sent some information to us that she would parents/carers of children in the Reception Class to read. Please click on the picture or the button below.
As part of the Reception Screening Programme, a health visitor from Newham will be in school on Wednesday 24th April until Friday 26th April to complete the hearing and vision screening for Reception. She has sent some information to us that she would parents/carers of children in the Reception Class to read. Please click on the picture or the button below.
Allergy Protocol
Allergy Protocol
At St Winefride's we do all we can to keep the children, and staff, as safe as possible. If your child has any kind of allergy, not only food, please contact us and let us know.
At St Winefride's we do all we can to keep the children, and staff, as safe as possible. If your child has any kind of allergy, not only food, please contact us and let us know.
To ensure everyone is as safe as possible we are a nut free school, this includes all types of nuts, including those found in chocolate such as Ferrero Rocher, Snickers, Celebrations, Quality Street etc.
To ensure everyone is as safe as possible we are a nut free school, this includes all types of nuts, including those found in chocolate such as Ferrero Rocher, Snickers, Celebrations, Quality Street etc.
For this reason we would ask you not to send in party bags of any kind for your children's birthdays.
For this reason we would ask you not to send in party bags of any kind for your children's birthdays.
Easy Fundraising
Easy Fundraising
Good Afternoon,
Good Afternoon,
Did you know that we’re registered with easyfundraising and you could help us to raise funds for the school at no extra cost to yourself?
Did you know that we’re registered with easyfundraising and you could help us to raise funds for the school at no extra cost to yourself?
This is a great opportunity to raise much needed funds for the school!
This is a great opportunity to raise much needed funds for the school!
When you shop online, with over 7,500 of your favourite brands, including John Lewis & Partners, Amazon, eBay, notonthehighstreet, etc., you will raise FREE donations for St Winefride's.
When you shop online, with over 7,500 of your favourite brands, including John Lewis & Partners, Amazon, eBay, notonthehighstreet, etc., you will raise FREE donations for St Winefride's.
If you’re not already signed up, it only takes a few minutes, then you can begin using the easyfundraising website or app straightaway.
If you’re not already signed up, it only takes a few minutes, then you can begin using the easyfundraising website or app straightaway.
Visit our easyfundraising page to get started:
Visit our easyfundraising page to get started:
Nursery Applications
Nursery Applications
We are still accepting applications for places in our Nursery. If you would like a place for your child, or know anyone who would like a place please visit our admissions page:
We are still accepting applications for places in our Nursery. If you would like a place for your child, or know anyone who would like a place please visit our admissions page:
You may also call 020 8478 0510 or email info@st-winefrides.newham.sch.uk or pop in to our School Office for more details.
You may also call 020 8478 0510 or email info@st-winefrides.newham.sch.uk or pop in to our School Office for more details.
Student Social Worker
Student Social Worker
We are delighted to introduce Mr Jude Ezeora, our new Student Social Worker. Jude will be with us on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, until the end of the academic year and we are sure he will be a huge success in his role. Jude will be available to speak to parent/carers at the Coffee morning every Friday and is also happy to meet parent/carers during the week too. Please click the button below to read his introductory letter and we are sure you will join us in giving him a warm St Winefride's welcome.
We are delighted to introduce Mr Jude Ezeora, our new Student Social Worker. Jude will be with us on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, until the end of the academic year and we are sure he will be a huge success in his role. Jude will be available to speak to parent/carers at the Coffee morning every Friday and is also happy to meet parent/carers during the week too. Please click the button below to read his introductory letter and we are sure you will join us in giving him a warm St Winefride's welcome.
Sickness
Sickness
Please remember to call our School Office if your child is unwell and leave a message.
It is also important to remember that if you child is vomiting or has an upset stomach they should remain off school until 48 hours have passed since their last episode of illness.
School Ping Messaging Service
School Ping Messaging Service
At St Winefride's we use the School Ping messaging service extensively to keep our Parents/Carers informed of events during the week, half term and generally throughout the year.
At St Winefride's we use the School Ping messaging service extensively to keep our Parents/Carers informed of events during the week, half term and generally throughout the year.
This newsletter is sent out via School Ping, as well as being posted on the School Website. Other messages sent via School Ping include your children's homework, messages about educational visits, reminders about Assemblies, After School Clubs, Parents Evenings and much more. Please take the time to read the messages sent via School Ping so that you are kept up to date with all the latest information.
This newsletter is sent out via School Ping, as well as being posted on the School Website. Other messages sent via School Ping include your children's homework, messages about educational visits, reminders about Assemblies, After School Clubs, Parents Evenings and much more. Please take the time to read the messages sent via School Ping so that you are kept up to date with all the latest information.
School Bags
School Bags
Please note that the children should not bring rucksacks/backpacks into school as there is not enough space to store them safely. The children should have a book bag, either the one with the school logo (available from the school office or from My Clothing at £6.50 (+p&p) and will have the school logo on, not the example logo shown on the website) or a plain blue book bag. Thank you for your assistance with this matter.
Please note that the children should not bring rucksacks/backpacks into school as there is not enough space to store them safely. The children should have a book bag, either the one with the school logo (available from the school office or from My Clothing at £6.50 (+p&p) and will have the school logo on, not the example logo shown on the website) or a plain blue book bag. Thank you for your assistance with this matter.
School Uniform
School Uniform
Please see the updated Uniform Policy below. We would strongly recommend purchasing non branded items, such as trousers, skirts, shirts, blouses, socks and shoes from supermarkets or other clothing retailers, many of whom will be having return to school sales. We will be carrying out regular uniform checks over the course of the year.
Please see the updated Uniform Policy below. We would strongly recommend purchasing non branded items, such as trousers, skirts, shirts, blouses, socks and shoes from supermarkets or other clothing retailers, many of whom will be having return to school sales. We will be carrying out regular uniform checks over the course of the year.
Assembly Videos
Assembly Videos
Each week the Class presentation during the Achievement Assembly is recorded and then posted on our Vimeo site. Please click the button below to go to our Vimeo site and see the videos!
Each week the Class presentation during the Achievement Assembly is recorded and then posted on our Vimeo site. Please click the button below to go to our Vimeo site and see the videos!
Parent View
Parent View
Parent View is the ideal way to tell everyone how great you think St Winefride's is. Follow this link to the Ofsted Website and let them know just how outstanding the school is!