Weekly Update Friday 27th September
This week our staff finished their first aid training, meaning the majority of our staff are first aid trained. This is really important to us, so that all staff can help any child if they injure themselves. Next week it will be our children in Year 1 who will be having ‘ heart start’ training with St John’s ambulance as part of their Brilliant Bodies project.
We had a well attended open day on Wednesday, where we welcomed many new parents and children to look around our school. The parents all commented on how happy and engaged their learning the children were, and were very impressed. Some of our visitors talked to the children about their learning, and were amazed at how clearly the children could articulate their thoughts and ideas.
Year 2 will be having a visit from the fire service as part of their project next week, and their trip to Little Woodham will be the week after. Please remember to send the form and payment back to school as soon as possible.
We will be starting our free lunchtime clubs for Year 2 children next week too. Lots of children are very excited to be attended these and all teaching staff will give up part of their lunchtime to ensure all children have enrichment experiences during their time with us. We cannot wait to start!
Next Friday, Year R will be having their follow up catch up meeting with the Year R parents at 9 am. It seems such a long time ago since our Welcome meeting in May, we have put this mini catch up meeting in, so that parents have the opportunity to ask any further general questions about school. All parents will have the chance to meet with their child’s teacher to talk about their own child after half term.
Owl class welcomed Mrs Burgess to class this week, and Mrs Withers has started her maternity leave. Miss Gamblin will also be teaching one day a week, and we are really lucky to be able to provide continuity for our children until Mrs Withers returns. We wish Mrs Withers our very best wishes.
Our Early Bird club is becoming quite full this year. Remember to book 24 hours in advance to secure a place.
We are now a month into our school year, so it is a good time to remind parents of our site rules. Please remember not to bring your hot drinks onto site in the morning and in the evening, to ensure the safety of all our children. All bikes and scooters need to be wheeled ( not ridden) on site. Equipment cannot be played on at the start and end of day, due to our insurances and our last reminder is that swearing and vaping/smoking is banned at all times ( even when waiting for gate to open). Thank you in anticipation for your cooperation to keep BWIS a lovely, safe place to come to.
Wishing everybody a lovely weekend.
Mrs Riches
