Happy, Healthy and Productive
Dear Parents/Carers
The autumn term is in full swing and your children have settled into school impressively. It has been an absolute
pleasure for me to see them hard at work and enjoying a range of opportunities inside and outside the classroom. As I
mentioned in my welcome letter last week, a special well done must go to the Reception children who are a joy to have
in school. We are looking forward to a happy, healthy and productive term with all the children. On a personal note, I
would like to thank you for your support; I have enjoyed catching up with lots of family members over the last two
weeks and your kind words are very much appreciated.
‘SKIP 2B FIT’ AND ‘BOX 2B FIT’ – WHOLE SCHOOL SESSIONS
We got the term off to a healthy start last Thursday when Dave Gibson visited our school for ‘Skip 2B Fit’ and ‘Box 2B
Fit’ sessions. The children’s attitudes were outstanding throughout and they enjoyed working on a range of skills. Our
staff will continue to deliver ‘Skip 2B Fit’ and ‘Box 2B Fit sessions’ throughout the year.
YOUNG LEADER TRAINING – YEAR 5/6
Well done to all our Year 5/6 pupils for taking part in Young Leader Training with Dave Gibson last Thursday. The
children have been trained to lead physical activity sessions during playtimes and lunchtimes. They also enjoyed ‘Wake
Up Shake Up’ training and have already started leading these sessions every morning for the whole school – it really is
a great way to start the day!
KEY STAGE 1 FUN RUN
Our Year 1/2 pupils had a brilliant time at the Small Schools Fun Run on Tuesday. Mrs Hainsworth and Mr Hills were
extremely impressed with all the children for their wonderful, positive attitudes. Well done to all the children and
congratulations to Darcy, Jessie, Ava and Jack (Year 1) who between them brought home 8 medals and Rory, Arthur,
Fabian, and Eva (Year 2) who came home with a total of 12 medals.
FRIENDS OF THE SCHOOL
Thank you to the Friends of the School for hosting a tea and coffee morning this week. It would be great to see more
volunteers at events and you may even enjoy working on the committee. Thank you for supporting our school and
helping to provide our children with the best possible opportunities.
BANK HOLIDAY – MONDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER
Following the announcement from Buckingham Palace of the death of our sovereign, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, a
period of National Mourning has started and will continue until the end of the State Funeral. This is a period of time for
reflection in response to the death of the Sovereign. The official date of the State Funeral is Monday 19th September
2022. This day will be a bank holiday and our school will be closed as a mark of respect.
INFLUENZA CHILDHOOD IMMUNISATIONS – MONDAY 3RD OCTOBER
The flu vaccine is offered to all primary school children, the team will be in school on 3rd October to provide the Nasal
vaccination. Please remember to give your consent https://www.hdftsais.co.uk/Forms/Flu. You will need the School
Code to register which is HD121371. A letter has been sent to all parents on 15th September giving further information.
PARENT CONSULTATIONS – WEDNESDAY 12TH and THURSDAY 13TH OCTOBER
Save the dates for our Parent Consultations. More information will be provided soon regarding signing up to see your
child’s teacher.
Happy, Healthy and Productive
HARVEST FESTIVAL – FRIDAY 14TH OCTOBER AT 2:00PM
Save the date for our Harvest Festival which will take place in the school hall. We look forward to celebrating with you.
More information about this event will be provided soon.
Have a happy and healthy weekend with your loved ones.
Yours faithfully
Mr N Clark
Head Teacher