Weekly Update Friday 7th November
We’ve had a super fizzy week back after half term! It’s been lovely to hear all about the children’s exciting adventures—from pumpkin picking to bonfire night celebrations. Thank you for encouraging them to share their stories; it really helps build confidence and communication skills.
🎇 In assembly, we reminded everyone about firework safety, especially for those attending displays or enjoying garden fireworks. The children listened beautifully and shared some great ideas about staying safe.
🌺 We’ve also been learning about the importance of Remembrance Day. The children showed great respect during our assembly, and we will be observing a two-minute silence on Tuesday 11th November to honour those who have served. We still have poppies at reception, if anyone would like to purchase one.
📚 Year Group Highlights
🧹 Year R have had lots of fun reading Julia Donaldson’s Room on the Broom and exploring rhyming words. They’ve especially enjoyed shining torches in the amazing role play caves—lots of giggles and imagination!
🎭 Year 1 have been working interdependently to develop their knowledge of puppets and plays. They’re loving the fairy stories and are beginning to create their own performances—what budding playwrights!
🌍 Year 2 have been expanding their geographical knowledge, learning about hemispheres and discovering which countries are in the southern hemisphere. This is part of their exciting new project on New Zealand, and they’ve been chatting about it as they pass our big corridor map!
🚧 Important Notices
- On Monday, fencing will be placed around our flower bed due to a displaced sewage pipe. We’re unsure how long the repair will take, so please keep children away from this area while waiting for the gates to open—for their safety.
- We’ve noticed a few hot drinks being brought into school recently. Please remember we have a no hot drinks policy due to the risk of scalding. We really appreciate your cooperation.
🎉 Upcoming Events
👕 Children in Need Day – Friday 15th November
This year we’re having a “Come As You Like” Day! Children can wear any outfit they choose—including fancy dress. Just make sure they have a coat and sensible shoes to keep warm and dry.
Donations can be made in cash on the day or via our online page:
🔗 Children in Need Donation Page
📖 Parent Teacher Meetings – Tuesday & Wednesday Evenings
Please arrive 5–10 minutes early to look through your child’s learning. A creche will be available during your appointment.
📚 Scholastic Book Fayre – Starts Tuesday
Parents are welcome to browse the books during the parents' evenings and at drop-off/pick-up times.
Arriving Promptly at Home Time
If you are unable to arrive promptly at picking up time (3.10pm), please make alternative arrangements with family/friends/After School Club. The end of the school day is 3.10pm, and schools are not insured to have children on site after this time. We are having more children brought to the office at the end of the school day due to parents regularly arriving later. We cannot accommodate this and advise all parents to have a Plan B ready to put into action, in case an emergency happens. If children are not picked up on time, we will now be in discussions with our After School club (CM Sports) to help us accommodate children who haven't been picked up, and if they can, payment will need to be made to them for childcare.
🎄 Christmas Card Orders
Order forms went out this week—please return them promptly if you’d like to purchase packs.
🔥 PTA at BWIS Community Fireworks – Saturday
Our amazing PTA will be there selling sweets—please pop by and support them!
Wishing everyone a lovely weekend
With warm wishes
Mrs Riches
Headteacher
