Compassion

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Above and Beyond

Attendance Class of the Week...

Congratulations to all of the children that have achieved their 50 day streak on Doodle Learning. Streaks are built on each app - Doodle English, Doodle Maths, Doodle Times tables and Doodle Spell. Research highlights that little and often supports children to make the most progress. 

Christmas Lunch and Christmas Jumper Day

Last Wednesday was filled with festive joy as we enjoyed our delicious Christmas lunch and celebrated in style with Christmas jumper day! 

A big thank you to Sandra and Sue for preparing such a wonderful meal. Our head girl and head boy, Kezia and Louie, added the perfect finishing touch by expressing heartfelt thanks on behalf of the entire school community and leading a cheerful round of three cheers.

Over the past few weeks, our children have been learning about Eglantyne Jebb, the inspiring founder of Save the Children. Her incredible story has helped us reflect on the importance of compassion and making a positive impact on others’ lives—values that truly resonate with our school community. 

Thank you to everyone who contributed to the Save the Children collection today. Your support is greatly appreciated!

Choir Performing at Riverside Lodge

Earlier last week, our school choir had the privilege of visiting Riverside Lodge, where they performed a wonderful selection of Christmas songs. The festive spirit was truly alive as the residents joined in with some of the songs, creating heartfelt moments. It was a beautiful reminder of the joy and connection music brings during this special season.

Oh Yes, We Are! Off to the Pantomime We Go!

Once upon a time, in a little school called St Mary’s, the whole school set off on an epic adventure to the magical land of Watersmeet Theatre to see Jack and the Beanstalk!  

Narrator: And so, the children and staff set out, walking through the town, ready for an afternoon of excitement and adventure! 

Audience: Oh no, they didn’t!

Narrator: Oh yes, they did!

When they arrived, they settled in to watch the show. Suddenly, two brave Year 5 villagers appeared on stage!  

Teacher: Look! It’s our Year 5 stars!

Audience: Awwww!

At the interval, everyone enjoyed a magical moment – ice cream for all! (Oh yes, they did!) Recharged and ready for more laughter, they watched Jack save the day and bring the story to a happy ending.  When Jack beat the giant, the whole school erupted into cheers!  

Year Six Visit to the Imperial War Museum

Year Six explored the First and Second World War galleries, as well as Lord Ashcroft’s gallery, which houses an incredible collection of war medals. It was eye-opening to read heartfelt letters soldiers wrote to their loved ones, see the diverse uniforms worn by soldiers from different countries, and grasp the scale of the weapons used in battle.

This trip provided Year Six with a powerful glimpse into history, perfectly setting the stage for our upcoming History topic on the Second World War after Christmas.

A heartfelt thank you to all of our parent helpers who made this memorable experience possible!

The Romans Invaded Year Four!

Last week, Year 4 stepped back in time and experienced life as Roman soldiers! They designed and created their very own Roman shields 🛡️, showcasing their creativity and craftsmanship.

Afterward, they learned how to march like real Roman soldiers and got into formation for a thrilling drill session. It was a fantastic hands-on way to learn about Roman history and military tactics!

Well done, Year 4 – you make brilliant legionaries! 

St Mary’s Highlights: Don’t Miss a Moment!

Stay connected and dive into the excitement at St Mary’s! Our social media pages are buzzing with all the amazing activities our children have been involved in over the past couple of weeks. From vibrant class projects and special assemblies to heartwarming community events, there’s so much to see and celebrate!

Click on our social media links to catch up on all the fun, unforgettable moments, and proud achievements. Don’t miss out—follow us and be part of the joy that makes our school community shine!

Attendance at school is the foundation of a child's future success and happiness. Over the coming weeks, we will be focusing on a letter from the alphabet in each newsletter to highlight the importance of regular attendance, along with helpful advice for parents and carers. In this newsletter, we are reviewing the A to Z of Attendance so far, emphasising how each aspect contributes to your child’s overall well-being and progress in school.

S is for Social Skills -  These are crucial life skills and being in school daily helps children to develop them.

🎄✨ Getting Festive: Christmas Tree Creations!  ✨🎄

We have been busy creating beautiful Christmas decorations for our school’s tree, which is being showcased at St Mary’s Church during their annual Christmas Tree Festival.