18th December 2009
Dear Parents and Carers,
School Security
We are doing our best to improve overall site security, whilst not losing the welcoming feel to the school.
One of the key issues is managing who enters the school through the front. At certain times of the day, many parents are visiting the school office, and it is difficult to manage who is in the school. To support us in making the site more secure we need to insist that:
All monies and correspondence be given to the class teacher in an envelope or posted through the post box in the school entrance.
All persons coming to the main entrance will need to come to the window first. Access will then be given when needed.
WE ASSURE YOU WE STILL WANT TO BE A WELCOMING SCHOOL BUT THE SAFETY OF CHILDREN MUST COME FIRST!
A newsletter in January will clarify what else we need to do to achieve improved security.
Free Brand New High Spec PC and one year internet access for low income families
A government initiative has been launched across the country to ensure that families on low incomes can have computer and internet access in their homes.
You could be entitled to a free home Computer and one year free broadband internet access if your child is in Keystage 2 or 3 AND your family fit one of the following criteria:
- Your child qualifies for free school meals
- You (as parents) are on income support OR receive income based job seekers allowance
- Have guaranteed pension credit OR have an income related employment support allowance
- Receive support under part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act
To register your details please phone Home Access at Bristol City Council on 0117 3526000.
Next Year’s Curriculum
Some children and parents have already being looking at overviews of the next topics we have planned on the website. The topic titles are: Splash (Reception), In the Past (Year 1), Fire and Ice (Year 2), Wheely Good Inventions (Middle Primary) and Swinging Sixties (Later Primary)
Christmas Masses
Thursday 24th December (6pm) - Children’s MassThursday 24th December (10pm) - Carol Service leading into Midnight MassFriday 25th December (9.30am) - Christmas Day MassSaturday 26th December (10am) - St. Stephen’s Day Mass
School Attendance
Well done to the following classes who achieved over 95% attendance last week –Mrs Rolling’s Class, Mrs Ford’s Class and Mrs Bell’s Class.
Sing Up
The holidays are upon us and you might be wondering how to entertain your children. This is what you can do! Click onto www.SingUp.org, click on the Festive Pack for parents and hey presto, you will find colouring, making, reading, singing and listening projects to entertain your little ones all holiday through. Enjoy!
200 Club- November
Here are the winners for the November 200 Club
1ST MRS HAWKINS £12.25
2ND MRS GALVIN £8.17
3RD MRS PALMER £4.08
Please see Mrs. Gossan if you would like to join.
Dates for Diaries
Monday 4th January - Start of Term 3
Tuesday 5th January Early Primary (Y1/2) Mass in Church
Friday 8th January - Start of Term Mass in School Hall
Tuesday 12th January - Middle Primary (Y3/4) Mass in ChurchMonday 18th January - INSET DAY – Child Protection Training
Tuesday 19th January - Later Primary (Y5/6) Mass in Church
Can we wish you all a peaceful and happy Christmas,
Matt Condon
Headteacher
Friday, 18 December 2009
Friday, 11 December 2009
11th December 2009
Dear Parents and Carers,
Christmas Carol Service
Our Christmas Carol Service takes place next Thursday 17th December, at 2.00pm in the Church.
School Attendance –
Well done to the following classes who achieved over 95% attendance last week –
Miss Wright’s Class, Mr Sherwin’s class (for the 4th week!), Mrs Patton’s class and Mrs Bell’s class.
After School Clubs
As you aware the school provides a variety of after school clubs which have been well received and well attended. Unfortunately the uptake of certain clubs are starting to dwindle and will be cancelled unless there is more interest expressed. There are still places on the following after school clubs :-
Gymnastics - for years 3-6 (Monday)
Fencing - for years 5/6 (Thursday)
Multi-sports - for year 1-3 (Tuesday)
Further details are available from the school office.
St Joseph's Recipe Book
There are still a few recipes books left for sale - £3 each or £5 for 2 – an ideal Christmas present. Available from the school office.
Dean Field Study Centre
The December instalment is now due. If you are paying by cheque please make it payable to Bristol City Council. May I remind you that all outstanding balances for this trip must be paid by Friday 15th January.
Sickness
It is very important that if your child is ill you inform the school before 9.30am to let them know the reason.
Celebration Assembly
There will not be a celebration assembly next Monday
Children's Christmas Mass at St Joseph's Church
The Parish will again be holding their usual Children's Mass on Christmas Eve at 6pm.
This will include a dramatised Gospel and participation by the children in the readings. All children are also invited to bring small gifts for the homeless to bring up at the Offertory procession. If your child would like to take an active part in this Mass then practices will be held on Monday 14th December at 3.45pm and again on Monday 21st December at 10am. Both practices will be in the Church. Please give Cathy Williamson a call on 9401782 if your child would like to take part or for further information.
Masses over Christmas
Thursday 24th December (6pm) - Children’s Mass
Thursday 24th December (10pm) - Carol Service leading into Midnight Mass
Friday 25th December (9.30am) - Christmas Day Mass
Saturday 26th December (10am) - St. Stephen’s Day Mass
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 15th December - Later Primary (Y5/6) Mass in Church
Tuesday 15th December (2.30pm) - Reception Class Nativity
Wednesday 16th December (9.30am) - Reception Class Nativity
Wednesday 16th December - Infant Christmas Party
Thursday 17th December (2.00pm) - Carol Service (in Church)
Friday 18th December (9.30am) - End of Term Mass
Friday 18th December - End of Term 2
Monday 4th January - Start of Term 3
Tuesday 5th January - Early Primary (Y1/2) Mass in Church
Friday 8th January - Start of Term Mass in School Hall
Monday 18th January - INSET DAY – Child Protection
Training
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon
Headteacher
Christmas Carol Service
Our Christmas Carol Service takes place next Thursday 17th December, at 2.00pm in the Church.
School Attendance –
Well done to the following classes who achieved over 95% attendance last week –
Miss Wright’s Class, Mr Sherwin’s class (for the 4th week!), Mrs Patton’s class and Mrs Bell’s class.
After School Clubs
As you aware the school provides a variety of after school clubs which have been well received and well attended. Unfortunately the uptake of certain clubs are starting to dwindle and will be cancelled unless there is more interest expressed. There are still places on the following after school clubs :-
Gymnastics - for years 3-6 (Monday)
Fencing - for years 5/6 (Thursday)
Multi-sports - for year 1-3 (Tuesday)
Further details are available from the school office.
St Joseph's Recipe Book
There are still a few recipes books left for sale - £3 each or £5 for 2 – an ideal Christmas present. Available from the school office.
Dean Field Study Centre
The December instalment is now due. If you are paying by cheque please make it payable to Bristol City Council. May I remind you that all outstanding balances for this trip must be paid by Friday 15th January.
Sickness
It is very important that if your child is ill you inform the school before 9.30am to let them know the reason.
Celebration Assembly
There will not be a celebration assembly next Monday
Children's Christmas Mass at St Joseph's Church
The Parish will again be holding their usual Children's Mass on Christmas Eve at 6pm.
This will include a dramatised Gospel and participation by the children in the readings. All children are also invited to bring small gifts for the homeless to bring up at the Offertory procession. If your child would like to take an active part in this Mass then practices will be held on Monday 14th December at 3.45pm and again on Monday 21st December at 10am. Both practices will be in the Church. Please give Cathy Williamson a call on 9401782 if your child would like to take part or for further information.
Masses over Christmas
Thursday 24th December (6pm) - Children’s Mass
Thursday 24th December (10pm) - Carol Service leading into Midnight Mass
Friday 25th December (9.30am) - Christmas Day Mass
Saturday 26th December (10am) - St. Stephen’s Day Mass
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 15th December - Later Primary (Y5/6) Mass in Church
Tuesday 15th December (2.30pm) - Reception Class Nativity
Wednesday 16th December (9.30am) - Reception Class Nativity
Wednesday 16th December - Infant Christmas Party
Thursday 17th December (2.00pm) - Carol Service (in Church)
Friday 18th December (9.30am) - End of Term Mass
Friday 18th December - End of Term 2
Monday 4th January - Start of Term 3
Tuesday 5th January - Early Primary (Y1/2) Mass in Church
Friday 8th January - Start of Term Mass in School Hall
Monday 18th January - INSET DAY – Child Protection
Training
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon
Headteacher
Friday, 4 December 2009
4th December 2009
4th December 2009
Dear Parents and Carers,
IMPORTANT - Supervision Before School and Site Security
Due to new guidance from Ofsted, the school is reviewing all practices regarding site security.
Responding to a number of immediate concerns, can I clarify the following –
Although the school does it’s best to provide supervision in the playground between 8.45 and 8.55, this cannot be guaranteed. The care and safety of learners must remain the responsibility of parents and carers, until children enter the school with their class at 8.55.
Adults can only enter the building through the main school entrance (with the exception of parents escorting their children into the Reception class). Please do not ask any members of staff or children to let you in through any other entrance.
Although we still strive to be a welcoming school, these measures obviously mean that we will be restricting access to the school building, to those who have been authorised by a member of staff. These measures are in place to ensure –
a) We can account for all persons on premises (in the event of a fire or other emergencies)
b) Nobody is in school who might pose a risk to children
Further updates regarding safety and safeguarding will be in the newsletter soon.
School Attendance – The following classes achieved over 95% attendance last week –Mr Sherwin’s class (for the 3rd week), Mrs Joseph’s class (for the 2nd week) and Mr Conlon’s class (for the 2nd week) with 100%!!!
Swine Flu - We have some children who are absent from school due to ‘flu like symptoms’. The latest advice regarding swine flu is that for most people it will be a mild illness that can be managed by resting, drinking plenty of fluids and taking paracetamol. If you have another health problem, or are concerned, you can ring the National Pandemic Flu Service on:
0800 1513 513 for information, or
0800 1513 100 for treatment.
Claiming for Free School Meals - If you are in receipt of Income Support or certain benefits your child is entitled to free school meals. To claim, please complete a form available from the school office. You will need to show us proof of your entitlement and then we will do the rest!
Dean Field Study Centre - The December instalment for the Dean Field trip is now due. If you are paying by cheque please make it payable to Bristol City Council.
Sickness - If your child is absent, please telephone the school before 9.30am to let the office know the reason.
PTFA Book Fair - Thank you to all who supported the book fair last week. We raised a massive £564 worth of books for the school.
Tree Planting - Come and plant a TREE (and break a world record) at Ridgeway Playing Fields, Hillfields. Meet at Foundry Lane entrance on Fri 4th December and Sat 5th December, 10am - 4pm. For more details see http://www.treebristol.com/ or phone 0117 352 5638
Celebration Assembly - There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 7th December, at 9.15am, and the following children will receive their headteachers award:- Aleena Vincent, Aaron Tarr, Stan Smith, Maciej Oledski, Jakub Wawrowski and George Stenner.
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 8th December - Middle Primary (Y3/4) Mass in Church
Friday 11th December - PTFA Christmas Disco
Tuesday 15th December - Later Primary (Y5/6) Mass in Church
Tuesday 15th December (2.30pm) - Reception Class Nativity
Wednesday 16th December (9.30am) - Reception Class Nativity
Wednesday 16th December - Infant Christmas Party
Thursday 17th December - Carol Service
Friday 18th December (9.30am) - End of Term Mass
Friday 18th December - Mass and end of Term 2
Monday 4th January - Start of Term 3
Monday 18th January - INSET DAY – Child Protection Training
Best wishes
Matt Condon, Headteacher
Dear Parents and Carers,
IMPORTANT - Supervision Before School and Site Security
Due to new guidance from Ofsted, the school is reviewing all practices regarding site security.
Responding to a number of immediate concerns, can I clarify the following –
Although the school does it’s best to provide supervision in the playground between 8.45 and 8.55, this cannot be guaranteed. The care and safety of learners must remain the responsibility of parents and carers, until children enter the school with their class at 8.55.
Adults can only enter the building through the main school entrance (with the exception of parents escorting their children into the Reception class). Please do not ask any members of staff or children to let you in through any other entrance.
Although we still strive to be a welcoming school, these measures obviously mean that we will be restricting access to the school building, to those who have been authorised by a member of staff. These measures are in place to ensure –
a) We can account for all persons on premises (in the event of a fire or other emergencies)
b) Nobody is in school who might pose a risk to children
Further updates regarding safety and safeguarding will be in the newsletter soon.
School Attendance – The following classes achieved over 95% attendance last week –Mr Sherwin’s class (for the 3rd week), Mrs Joseph’s class (for the 2nd week) and Mr Conlon’s class (for the 2nd week) with 100%!!!
Swine Flu - We have some children who are absent from school due to ‘flu like symptoms’. The latest advice regarding swine flu is that for most people it will be a mild illness that can be managed by resting, drinking plenty of fluids and taking paracetamol. If you have another health problem, or are concerned, you can ring the National Pandemic Flu Service on:
0800 1513 513 for information, or
0800 1513 100 for treatment.
Claiming for Free School Meals - If you are in receipt of Income Support or certain benefits your child is entitled to free school meals. To claim, please complete a form available from the school office. You will need to show us proof of your entitlement and then we will do the rest!
Dean Field Study Centre - The December instalment for the Dean Field trip is now due. If you are paying by cheque please make it payable to Bristol City Council.
Sickness - If your child is absent, please telephone the school before 9.30am to let the office know the reason.
PTFA Book Fair - Thank you to all who supported the book fair last week. We raised a massive £564 worth of books for the school.
Tree Planting - Come and plant a TREE (and break a world record) at Ridgeway Playing Fields, Hillfields. Meet at Foundry Lane entrance on Fri 4th December and Sat 5th December, 10am - 4pm. For more details see http://www.treebristol.com/ or phone 0117 352 5638
Celebration Assembly - There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 7th December, at 9.15am, and the following children will receive their headteachers award:- Aleena Vincent, Aaron Tarr, Stan Smith, Maciej Oledski, Jakub Wawrowski and George Stenner.
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 8th December - Middle Primary (Y3/4) Mass in Church
Friday 11th December - PTFA Christmas Disco
Tuesday 15th December - Later Primary (Y5/6) Mass in Church
Tuesday 15th December (2.30pm) - Reception Class Nativity
Wednesday 16th December (9.30am) - Reception Class Nativity
Wednesday 16th December - Infant Christmas Party
Thursday 17th December - Carol Service
Friday 18th December (9.30am) - End of Term Mass
Friday 18th December - Mass and end of Term 2
Monday 4th January - Start of Term 3
Monday 18th January - INSET DAY – Child Protection Training
Best wishes
Matt Condon, Headteacher
Friday, 27 November 2009
Friday 27th November
Dear Parents and Carers,
Children in Need
The total raised on the day for ‘Children in Need’ was £161.64. Thank you to everyone for their support
200 Club – St. Joseph’s Lottery supporting the Children’s School Council
If you would like to take part in our special lottery, and have the chance of winning cash prizes each month, please see Mrs. Gossan in the school office.
Here are the winners for September:- And the winners for October:-
1st
Mr F. O’Hara
£12.25
2nd
Mrs M. Palmer
£ 8.17
3rd
Mr & Mrs O’Mahony
£ 4.08
1st
Mrs S. Tuohy
£12.25
2nd
Mrs M. Hawkins
£8.17
3rd
Mr F. O’Hara
£ 4.08
If we have more people taking part the prizes will get bigger!!!
Bikeability Level 1/2 Training
Well done to the following children who have passed their level 1 and 2 bike training and will be presented with their certificates on Monday 30th November, at 9.15am.
Joseph Cachia, Daniel Apperley, Cory Leaworthy, Samantha Masenuama, Chloe Bowden, Julia Lewkowicz and Loredana Parinello.
Singing Games DVD
Order forms for Singing Games DVD need to be in by next week. For every sale £1.00 goes to the school music budget.
School Attendance –
The following classes achieved over 95% attendance last week –
Mrs Wright’s class (again), Mr Sherwin’s class (again), Mrs Mantle’s class, Mrs Joseph’s class, Mrs Patton’s class, Mrs Bell’s class (again) and Mr Conlon’s class. That’s almost every class achieving over 95%!
Reception Nativity
A reminder that the Reception Nativity will be on Tuesday 15th December at 2.30pm and Wednesday 16th December at 9.30am. Children’s Christmas biscuits will be available for sale afterwards, to raise money to support the school trip in February 2010.
Christmas Disco
There are still some tickets left for the Christmas Disco. Get your tickets next week to avoid disappointment!
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 30th November, at 9.15am, and the following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Harry Mooney. Lara Brown, Sam Toye, Natalia Warmuz, Sophie Sawers, Eddie Brian, Leon Avery, Mary Wabissa and Klaudia Swiader.
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 1st December - Early Primary (Y1/2) Mass in Church
Friday 4th December - PTFA Christmas Disco
Tuesday 8th December - Middle Primary (Y3/4) Mass in Church
Tuesday 15th December - Later Primary (Y5/6) Mass in Church
Tuesday 15th December (2.30pm) - Reception Class Nativity
Wednesday 16th December (9.30am) - Reception Class Nativity
Wednesday 16th December - Infant Christmas Party
Thursday 17th December - Carol Service
Friday 18th December - Mass and end of Term 2
Monday 4th January - Start of Term 3
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon
Headteacher
Children in Need
The total raised on the day for ‘Children in Need’ was £161.64. Thank you to everyone for their support
200 Club – St. Joseph’s Lottery supporting the Children’s School Council
If you would like to take part in our special lottery, and have the chance of winning cash prizes each month, please see Mrs. Gossan in the school office.
Here are the winners for September:- And the winners for October:-
1st
Mr F. O’Hara
£12.25
2nd
Mrs M. Palmer
£ 8.17
3rd
Mr & Mrs O’Mahony
£ 4.08
1st
Mrs S. Tuohy
£12.25
2nd
Mrs M. Hawkins
£8.17
3rd
Mr F. O’Hara
£ 4.08
If we have more people taking part the prizes will get bigger!!!
Bikeability Level 1/2 Training
Well done to the following children who have passed their level 1 and 2 bike training and will be presented with their certificates on Monday 30th November, at 9.15am.
Joseph Cachia, Daniel Apperley, Cory Leaworthy, Samantha Masenuama, Chloe Bowden, Julia Lewkowicz and Loredana Parinello.
Singing Games DVD
Order forms for Singing Games DVD need to be in by next week. For every sale £1.00 goes to the school music budget.
School Attendance –
The following classes achieved over 95% attendance last week –
Mrs Wright’s class (again), Mr Sherwin’s class (again), Mrs Mantle’s class, Mrs Joseph’s class, Mrs Patton’s class, Mrs Bell’s class (again) and Mr Conlon’s class. That’s almost every class achieving over 95%!
Reception Nativity
A reminder that the Reception Nativity will be on Tuesday 15th December at 2.30pm and Wednesday 16th December at 9.30am. Children’s Christmas biscuits will be available for sale afterwards, to raise money to support the school trip in February 2010.
Christmas Disco
There are still some tickets left for the Christmas Disco. Get your tickets next week to avoid disappointment!
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 30th November, at 9.15am, and the following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Harry Mooney. Lara Brown, Sam Toye, Natalia Warmuz, Sophie Sawers, Eddie Brian, Leon Avery, Mary Wabissa and Klaudia Swiader.
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 1st December - Early Primary (Y1/2) Mass in Church
Friday 4th December - PTFA Christmas Disco
Tuesday 8th December - Middle Primary (Y3/4) Mass in Church
Tuesday 15th December - Later Primary (Y5/6) Mass in Church
Tuesday 15th December (2.30pm) - Reception Class Nativity
Wednesday 16th December (9.30am) - Reception Class Nativity
Wednesday 16th December - Infant Christmas Party
Thursday 17th December - Carol Service
Friday 18th December - Mass and end of Term 2
Monday 4th January - Start of Term 3
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon
Headteacher
Friday, 20 November 2009
20th November 2009
Dear Parents and Carers,
200 Club – St. Joseph’s Lottery supporting the children’s School Council
The school has for many years had its own form of the lottery, for which support has dwindled over the years.
Now for every £1 ticket bought, 50p will support projects planned by the children through their School Council! The other 50p will go towards the prize fund! You can buy as many as you like every month. The draw takes place once a month and the more people buy tickets the larger the prizes will be!!!
Recently this fund has supported the development of the new garden area, which will enhance the learning environment for all children.
If you would like to take part in our special lottery please see Mrs. Gossan in the school office – you can even buy tickets through standing order!
Christmas Lights in Forest Road
Every evening from the 1st December until the 6th January there will be a fantastic show of outdoor Christmas lights at 255 Forest Road. Also on Saturday 5th December until the 12th Father Christmas will be there from 4.30-6.30pm. Presents for the children are priced at £2.00 each. All money raised supports the British Heart Foundation and supports local people. Last year £2,600 was raised and the gaol for this year is £3,000 this year.
After School Clubs
We had some confusion following the Multi-Sports club earlier this week. This was mainly due to children and parents leaving the school through a variety of different exits and staff not being who had left school. To avoid confusion in future, nobody will be able to access the hall through the reception courtyard. All children must leave the hall via the main school entrance and be signed out by Mrs. Martin or another member of staff.
School Attendance –
The following classes achieved over 95% attendance last week - Miss Wright’s class, Mrs Ford’s class, Mr Sherwin’s class, Mrs Bell’s class
Well done to Mr. Sherwin’s class for achieving over 98% attendance!!!
Book Fair Week
Book Fair week begins on Monday 23rd November, until Friday 27th November. This is an opportunity to buy some lovely books for Christmas. The Book Fair will be in the reception class after school and in the school hall after school on Friday.
Reception Nativity
The Reception Nativity will be on Tuesday 15th December at 2.30pm and Wednesday 16th December at 9.30am. Children’s Christmas biscuits will be available for sale afterwards, to raise money to support the school trip in February 2010.
Christmas Disco
There are still some tickets left for the Christmas Disco. Get your tickets next week to avoid disappointment!
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 23rd November, at 9.15am, and the following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Joseph Lambe, Bridget Connors, Josh Bristow, Mezyel Gudaca, Lauryn Duffy, Hamze Ibrahim and Rochelle Christian.
Dates for Diaries
Monday 23rd November - Book Fair Week
Tuesday 24th November - Early Primary (Y1/2) Mass in Church
Tuesday 1st December - Middle Primary (Y3/4) Mass in Church
Friday 4th December - PTFA Christmas Disco
Tuesday 8th December - Later Primary (Y5/6) Mass in Church
Friday 11th December - Mrs Mantle’s class assembly
Tuesday 15th December - Early Primary (Y1/2) Mass in Church
Tuesday 15th December (2.30pm) - Reception Class Nativity
Wednesday 16th December (9.30am) - Reception Class Nativity
Wednesday 16th December - Infant Christmas Party
Friday 18th December - End of Term 2
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon, Headteacher
200 Club – St. Joseph’s Lottery supporting the children’s School Council
The school has for many years had its own form of the lottery, for which support has dwindled over the years.
Now for every £1 ticket bought, 50p will support projects planned by the children through their School Council! The other 50p will go towards the prize fund! You can buy as many as you like every month. The draw takes place once a month and the more people buy tickets the larger the prizes will be!!!
Recently this fund has supported the development of the new garden area, which will enhance the learning environment for all children.
If you would like to take part in our special lottery please see Mrs. Gossan in the school office – you can even buy tickets through standing order!
Christmas Lights in Forest Road
Every evening from the 1st December until the 6th January there will be a fantastic show of outdoor Christmas lights at 255 Forest Road. Also on Saturday 5th December until the 12th Father Christmas will be there from 4.30-6.30pm. Presents for the children are priced at £2.00 each. All money raised supports the British Heart Foundation and supports local people. Last year £2,600 was raised and the gaol for this year is £3,000 this year.
After School Clubs
We had some confusion following the Multi-Sports club earlier this week. This was mainly due to children and parents leaving the school through a variety of different exits and staff not being who had left school. To avoid confusion in future, nobody will be able to access the hall through the reception courtyard. All children must leave the hall via the main school entrance and be signed out by Mrs. Martin or another member of staff.
School Attendance –
The following classes achieved over 95% attendance last week - Miss Wright’s class, Mrs Ford’s class, Mr Sherwin’s class, Mrs Bell’s class
Well done to Mr. Sherwin’s class for achieving over 98% attendance!!!
Book Fair Week
Book Fair week begins on Monday 23rd November, until Friday 27th November. This is an opportunity to buy some lovely books for Christmas. The Book Fair will be in the reception class after school and in the school hall after school on Friday.
Reception Nativity
The Reception Nativity will be on Tuesday 15th December at 2.30pm and Wednesday 16th December at 9.30am. Children’s Christmas biscuits will be available for sale afterwards, to raise money to support the school trip in February 2010.
Christmas Disco
There are still some tickets left for the Christmas Disco. Get your tickets next week to avoid disappointment!
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 23rd November, at 9.15am, and the following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Joseph Lambe, Bridget Connors, Josh Bristow, Mezyel Gudaca, Lauryn Duffy, Hamze Ibrahim and Rochelle Christian.
Dates for Diaries
Monday 23rd November - Book Fair Week
Tuesday 24th November - Early Primary (Y1/2) Mass in Church
Tuesday 1st December - Middle Primary (Y3/4) Mass in Church
Friday 4th December - PTFA Christmas Disco
Tuesday 8th December - Later Primary (Y5/6) Mass in Church
Friday 11th December - Mrs Mantle’s class assembly
Tuesday 15th December - Early Primary (Y1/2) Mass in Church
Tuesday 15th December (2.30pm) - Reception Class Nativity
Wednesday 16th December (9.30am) - Reception Class Nativity
Wednesday 16th December - Infant Christmas Party
Friday 18th December - End of Term 2
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon, Headteacher
Friday, 13 November 2009
13th November 2009
Dear Parents and Carers,
Parents Meeting
A big thank you to all the parents who attended a special meeting recently. Parents met with Mrs Rollings and myself and looked at improving how we share information about learning. The contributions made were very useful and will have an influence on improving what we do in school.
Polish Exhibition
There is an exhibition about Polish people who have come to the West Country since the Second World War at the Central Library in College Green. It shows a variety of themes from a short history of Poland, the Poles contribution to the war and the lives of Poles who settled in the region.
Christmas Lunch
Our school Christmas lunch will be on Tuesday 15th December. The kitchen will need to know how many to cater for, which includes veggie as well. Please complete the slip at the bottom of the letter to book a place.
Christmas Shopping Market
St Joseph's Pre-school are holding a Christmas Shopping Market tonight - Friday 13th November in the Parish hall from 7pm till 10pm. The event will include several stalls including books, cards, jewellery, handbags etc. Entrance is just 50p and includes a mince pie and hot drink! So get organised for Christmas and see what bargains and original gift ideas are on offer!
Team Points
St Matthew’s Team won last terms Team Points competition. As a reward all of St. Matthew’s team can wear non-uniform on Wednesday 18th November.
Go spotty for Children in Need
Next Friday, 20th November, is Children in Need day, so we're having a 50p spotty non-uniform day to raise money for this great cause. Wear something spotty, paint spots on your face, or wear your Pudsey ears or bandanas that are on sale at the moment.
School Attendance – GOOD NEWS!!!
Here is the percentage attendance for last week:-
Miss Wright’s class
93.3%
Mrs Ford’s class
94.0%
Mrs Mantle’s class
96.9% - Well done!
Mrs Joseph’s class
90.%
Mr Sherwin’s class
95.0% - Well done!
Mrs Patton’s class
97.5% - Well done!
Mrs Bell’s class
97.9% - Well done!
Mr Conlon’s class
97.6% - Well done
It is amazing to see over half of the classes achieving over 95% attendance. Especially well done to Mrs Bell’s class for getting the best attendance at 97.9%!!!
Book Fair Week
Book Fair week begins on Monday 23rd November, until Friday 27th November. This is an opportunity to buy some lovely books for Christmas.
ST JOSEPHS RECIPE BOOK - DESIGN A FRONT COVER
The recipe book is nearly complete, but we are asking the children to design a front cover. The design needs to be on an A4 sheet of paper (portrait). All entries to be sent into the school office by Friday 20th November when a winning design will be chosen.
Christmas Disco
There are still some tickets left for the Christmas Disco. Get your tickets as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 16th November, at 9.15am, and the following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Alfie Ferris, Poppy Kelliher-Swash, Olivia Woodruff, Elliott Swan, Yasmin Wekeling, Jack Underhill, Rochelle Christian, Megan Harries, Lucia Meercato, Jordan Campos and Loredana Parrinello.
Children from the Fencing Club will also be receiving awards.
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 17th November - Early Primary (Y5/6) Mass in Church
Wednesday 18th November - St. Matthew’s non uniform day
Friday 20th November - Mrs Joseph’s class assembly
Monday 23rd November - Book Fair Week
Friday 4th December - PTFA Christmas Disco
Friday 11th December - Mrs Mantle’s class assembly
Wednesday 16th December - Infant Christmas Party
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon, Headteacher
Christmas Diner 2009 booking slip
Name ___________________
Meat/Vegetarian (please delete as necessary)
Parents Meeting
A big thank you to all the parents who attended a special meeting recently. Parents met with Mrs Rollings and myself and looked at improving how we share information about learning. The contributions made were very useful and will have an influence on improving what we do in school.
Polish Exhibition
There is an exhibition about Polish people who have come to the West Country since the Second World War at the Central Library in College Green. It shows a variety of themes from a short history of Poland, the Poles contribution to the war and the lives of Poles who settled in the region.
Christmas Lunch
Our school Christmas lunch will be on Tuesday 15th December. The kitchen will need to know how many to cater for, which includes veggie as well. Please complete the slip at the bottom of the letter to book a place.
Christmas Shopping Market
St Joseph's Pre-school are holding a Christmas Shopping Market tonight - Friday 13th November in the Parish hall from 7pm till 10pm. The event will include several stalls including books, cards, jewellery, handbags etc. Entrance is just 50p and includes a mince pie and hot drink! So get organised for Christmas and see what bargains and original gift ideas are on offer!
Team Points
St Matthew’s Team won last terms Team Points competition. As a reward all of St. Matthew’s team can wear non-uniform on Wednesday 18th November.
Go spotty for Children in Need
Next Friday, 20th November, is Children in Need day, so we're having a 50p spotty non-uniform day to raise money for this great cause. Wear something spotty, paint spots on your face, or wear your Pudsey ears or bandanas that are on sale at the moment.
School Attendance – GOOD NEWS!!!
Here is the percentage attendance for last week:-
Miss Wright’s class
93.3%
Mrs Ford’s class
94.0%
Mrs Mantle’s class
96.9% - Well done!
Mrs Joseph’s class
90.%
Mr Sherwin’s class
95.0% - Well done!
Mrs Patton’s class
97.5% - Well done!
Mrs Bell’s class
97.9% - Well done!
Mr Conlon’s class
97.6% - Well done
It is amazing to see over half of the classes achieving over 95% attendance. Especially well done to Mrs Bell’s class for getting the best attendance at 97.9%!!!
Book Fair Week
Book Fair week begins on Monday 23rd November, until Friday 27th November. This is an opportunity to buy some lovely books for Christmas.
ST JOSEPHS RECIPE BOOK - DESIGN A FRONT COVER
The recipe book is nearly complete, but we are asking the children to design a front cover. The design needs to be on an A4 sheet of paper (portrait). All entries to be sent into the school office by Friday 20th November when a winning design will be chosen.
Christmas Disco
There are still some tickets left for the Christmas Disco. Get your tickets as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 16th November, at 9.15am, and the following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Alfie Ferris, Poppy Kelliher-Swash, Olivia Woodruff, Elliott Swan, Yasmin Wekeling, Jack Underhill, Rochelle Christian, Megan Harries, Lucia Meercato, Jordan Campos and Loredana Parrinello.
Children from the Fencing Club will also be receiving awards.
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 17th November - Early Primary (Y5/6) Mass in Church
Wednesday 18th November - St. Matthew’s non uniform day
Friday 20th November - Mrs Joseph’s class assembly
Monday 23rd November - Book Fair Week
Friday 4th December - PTFA Christmas Disco
Friday 11th December - Mrs Mantle’s class assembly
Wednesday 16th December - Infant Christmas Party
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon, Headteacher
Christmas Diner 2009 booking slip
Name ___________________
Meat/Vegetarian (please delete as necessary)
Friday, 6 November 2009
6th November 2009
6th November, 2009
Dear Parent/Carer,
Religious Education – Other Faiths - Preparations
From Monday 16th November until Friday 20th November, pupils will study various aspects of Judaism for 1 week. Ask them what they have been learning about.
Also from Monday 23rd November until Friday 18th December the final topic of the term is Preparations. This topic takes us into our Advent season, a time to prepare for the celebration of Jesus’ birth at Christmas. The children will look at the importance of preparing for special events and how the Church gets ready for the coming of Jesus during Advent.
Suggestions for home activities
If appropriate, at home have an Advent Wreath or calendar to ‘countdown’ the time of preparing for Christmas.
Share together what you know about Advent as a season of the Church’s year.
Use the CAFOD or Mission Together website to get a religious Advent calendar.
School Attendance
Miss Wright’s class
87.7%
Mrs Ford’s class
92.4%
Mrs Mantle’s class
92.8%
Mrs Joseph’s class
90.%
Mr Sherwin’s class
90.7%
Mrs Patton’s class
91.1%
Mrs Bell’s class
91.8%
Mr Conlon’s class
90.7%
Here is the percentage attendance for the last week of the term. No classes above 95% this week.
Book Fair Week
Book Fair week begins on Monday 23rd November, until Friday 27th November. This is an opportunity to buy your Christmas presents.
St Josephs Recipe Book
We would like to compile a recipe book of all the favourite recipes of the St Joseph's Community - a starter, main course, puddings or cakes - whatever your family enjoys the most. We would like each family to donate a favourite recipe to be included in the book which can be tried and enjoyed by the rest of the community. If you would like to send a recipe to be included in the book you can either e-mail Mrs Gossan at bursar.st.josephs.p@bristol.gov.uk or send it in on a piece of paper. Please ensure that you put the ingredients first and then the cooking instructions. The deadline for sending in your recipes is now Monday 9th November as we aim to have the book ready for sale by the 1st December. PLEASE SHARE YOUR RECEPIES!!!!
Dinner Money
Please could you ensure that all dinner monies are paid on a Monday either to your child’s class teacher or the school office. I would grateful for your help in this matter as we collect the money on behalf of Bristol City Council and they collect the dinner money on Tuesday morning.
Dean Field Study Centre
A quick reminder that the November instalment of £30 is now due. Cheques to be made out to Bristol City Council.
There a few places left on the Dean Field trip which will take place in the first week of February for the years 5 & 6. If you are interested in your child going on this trip please contact the school office for details.
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 9th November, at 9.15am, and the following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Dean Turner, Cameron Wallace, Alfie Ferris, Jeleil Manmohan, Amelia Docherty, Antonia Alexander-Walker and Thomas Coombs.
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 10th November - Middle Primary (Y3/4) Mass in Church
Tuesday 10th November (9.10am) - Reception phonic lesson
Tuesday 17th November - Early Primary (Y5/6) Mass in Church
Friday 20th November - Mrs Joseph’s class assembly
Monday 23rd November - Book Fair Week
Friday 4th December - PTFA Christmas Disco
Friday 11th December - Mrs Mantle’s class assembly
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher
Dear Parent/Carer,
Religious Education – Other Faiths - Preparations
From Monday 16th November until Friday 20th November, pupils will study various aspects of Judaism for 1 week. Ask them what they have been learning about.
Also from Monday 23rd November until Friday 18th December the final topic of the term is Preparations. This topic takes us into our Advent season, a time to prepare for the celebration of Jesus’ birth at Christmas. The children will look at the importance of preparing for special events and how the Church gets ready for the coming of Jesus during Advent.
Suggestions for home activities
If appropriate, at home have an Advent Wreath or calendar to ‘countdown’ the time of preparing for Christmas.
Share together what you know about Advent as a season of the Church’s year.
Use the CAFOD or Mission Together website to get a religious Advent calendar.
School Attendance
Miss Wright’s class
87.7%
Mrs Ford’s class
92.4%
Mrs Mantle’s class
92.8%
Mrs Joseph’s class
90.%
Mr Sherwin’s class
90.7%
Mrs Patton’s class
91.1%
Mrs Bell’s class
91.8%
Mr Conlon’s class
90.7%
Here is the percentage attendance for the last week of the term. No classes above 95% this week.
Book Fair Week
Book Fair week begins on Monday 23rd November, until Friday 27th November. This is an opportunity to buy your Christmas presents.
St Josephs Recipe Book
We would like to compile a recipe book of all the favourite recipes of the St Joseph's Community - a starter, main course, puddings or cakes - whatever your family enjoys the most. We would like each family to donate a favourite recipe to be included in the book which can be tried and enjoyed by the rest of the community. If you would like to send a recipe to be included in the book you can either e-mail Mrs Gossan at bursar.st.josephs.p@bristol.gov.uk or send it in on a piece of paper. Please ensure that you put the ingredients first and then the cooking instructions. The deadline for sending in your recipes is now Monday 9th November as we aim to have the book ready for sale by the 1st December. PLEASE SHARE YOUR RECEPIES!!!!
Dinner Money
Please could you ensure that all dinner monies are paid on a Monday either to your child’s class teacher or the school office. I would grateful for your help in this matter as we collect the money on behalf of Bristol City Council and they collect the dinner money on Tuesday morning.
Dean Field Study Centre
A quick reminder that the November instalment of £30 is now due. Cheques to be made out to Bristol City Council.
There a few places left on the Dean Field trip which will take place in the first week of February for the years 5 & 6. If you are interested in your child going on this trip please contact the school office for details.
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 9th November, at 9.15am, and the following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Dean Turner, Cameron Wallace, Alfie Ferris, Jeleil Manmohan, Amelia Docherty, Antonia Alexander-Walker and Thomas Coombs.
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 10th November - Middle Primary (Y3/4) Mass in Church
Tuesday 10th November (9.10am) - Reception phonic lesson
Tuesday 17th November - Early Primary (Y5/6) Mass in Church
Friday 20th November - Mrs Joseph’s class assembly
Monday 23rd November - Book Fair Week
Friday 4th December - PTFA Christmas Disco
Friday 11th December - Mrs Mantle’s class assembly
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher
Wednesday, 21 October 2009
21st October, 2009.
21st October, 2009.
Dear Parent/Carer,
Can I take this opportunity to thank you all for your hard work and support since the start of the school year. I hope you all have restful break.
School Attendance
Here is the percentage attendance for last week –
Miss Wright’s class 85.3%
Mrs Ford’s class 96.2% GREAT!
Mrs Mantle’s class 94.1%
Mrs Joseph’s class 94.1%
Mr Sherwin’s class 97.1% GREAT!
Mrs Patton’s class 94.4%
Mrs Bell’s class 85.7%
Mr Conlon’s class 94.0%
Well done to Mrs Ford’ class and Mr Sherwin’s class for achieving over 95% attendance.
Can I remind you all that the school can only authorise 10 days of absence in any school year. All other absences (with the exception of sickness) will be recorded as unauthorised and may result in a Fixed Penalty Notice.
School Governor
St Bernadette’s Catholic Secondary School is looking for a School Governor with links to St. Joseph’s. If you are interested, please contact St. Joseph’s school office or see Mr Condon in the playground.
Road Safety
Walking around the school at the start and end of the day I have noticed that some younger children are crossing the road unsupervised. Can I remind all parents that Pauline (our school crossing patrol person) is available to help families cross the road (on Forest Road), but she cannot take responsibility for children crossing who are not supervised by their parents.
Windmill Hill Farm
Windmill Hill Farm needs your help. It is a valuable and much loved community facility which is currently threatened with closure. As part of the appeal to save the Farm, an online pledge has been created. If by the deadline of 31st October 2009, 500 people will pledge to donate £25.00 then the farm will raise £12,500 in one go – a quarter of its appeal target. If the pledge does not make its target of 500 people, then all those who have signed up will not need to fulfil their pledge and donate their money.
If you value the Farm and are in a position to support it by making the pledge, please visit the Farm’s page on the pledgebank website – the link is www/pledgebank.com/SaveWHCF and sign your name and e.mail address (only used to tell you when the pledge is completed and to contact you about the pledge). This coming Saturday the creators of Wallace and Gromit and Shaun the Sheep will be taking over the Windmill Hill City Farm for the fundraising day to help save the farm from closure.
Celebration Assembly
There will be a special celebration assembly this Friday at 9.15am, and the following children will receive headteachers award:-
Mikenagh Quirke, David Sebastian, Corada Wilson, Aengus Mooney, Thomas Hallard, Elliott Swan, Maya Buckler, Sarah Moylan, Izzy Woodruff, Leanne Hunt and Lakshmi Kaur.
St Josephs Recipe Book
We would like to compile a recipe book of all the favourite recipes of the St Joseph's Community - a starter, main course, puddings or cakes - whatever your family enjoys the most. We would like each family to donate a favourite recipe to be included in the book which can be tried and enjoyed by the rest of the community. If you would like to send a recipe to be included in the book you can either e-mail Mrs Gossan at bursar.st.josephs.p@bristol.gov.uk or send it in on a piece of paper. Please ensure that you put the ingredients first and then the cooking instructions. The deadline for sending in your recipes is Friday 6th November as we aim to have the book ready for sale by the 1st December.
Dinner Money
Please could you ensure that all dinner monies are paid on a Monday either to your child’s class teacher or the school office. I would grateful for your help in this matter as we collect the money on behalf of Bristol City Council and they collect the dinner money on Tuesday morning.
Dean Field Study Centre
A quick reminder that the October instalment of £30 is now due. Cheques to be made out to Bristol City Council.
There a few places left on the Dean Field trip which will take place in the first week of February for the years 5 & 6. If you are interested in your child going on this trip please contact the school office for details.
Bike-It
The Greater Bristol Cycling City team and your Bike It officer are pleased to be offering a fun family cycling event on SUNDAY 25th OCTOBER. It will take place on the Bristol to Bath Railway Path opposite Morrisons supermarket in Fishponds. Your Bike It officer will be there waiting to greet your families. Bike It schools are encouraged to wear Fancy Dress and 'Bling their Bikes' for a competition to be judged by the Bike It officers. If you have any questions, please contact your Bike It officer. We look forward to seeing you on the 25th!
Dr Bike It
Dr Bike It will be in on Wednesday, 3rd November 1.00-4.00pm to mend bikes, and from 3.400pm on the same day giving advise about buying bikes for Christmas and any other advise you may like to ask him.
Dates for Diaries
Friday 23rd October - End of Term 1
Monday 2nd November - Start of Term 2
Tuesday 3rd November - Later Primary (Y5/6) Mass in Church
Wednesday 3rd November - Dr Bike It
Wednesday 3rd November - Start of term 2 Mass
Thursday 5th November (9.15am) - Parents meeting about sharing pupil progress
Tuesday 10th November - Middle Primary (Y3/4) Mass in Church
Tuesday 10th November (9.10am) - Reception phonic lesson
Tuesday 17th November - Early Primary (Y5/6) Mass in Church
Friday 20th November - Mrs Joseph’s class assembly
Friday 4th December - PTFA Christmas Disco
Friday 11th December - Mrs Mantle’s class assembly
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher
Dear Parent/Carer,
Can I take this opportunity to thank you all for your hard work and support since the start of the school year. I hope you all have restful break.
School Attendance
Here is the percentage attendance for last week –
Miss Wright’s class 85.3%
Mrs Ford’s class 96.2% GREAT!
Mrs Mantle’s class 94.1%
Mrs Joseph’s class 94.1%
Mr Sherwin’s class 97.1% GREAT!
Mrs Patton’s class 94.4%
Mrs Bell’s class 85.7%
Mr Conlon’s class 94.0%
Well done to Mrs Ford’ class and Mr Sherwin’s class for achieving over 95% attendance.
Can I remind you all that the school can only authorise 10 days of absence in any school year. All other absences (with the exception of sickness) will be recorded as unauthorised and may result in a Fixed Penalty Notice.
School Governor
St Bernadette’s Catholic Secondary School is looking for a School Governor with links to St. Joseph’s. If you are interested, please contact St. Joseph’s school office or see Mr Condon in the playground.
Road Safety
Walking around the school at the start and end of the day I have noticed that some younger children are crossing the road unsupervised. Can I remind all parents that Pauline (our school crossing patrol person) is available to help families cross the road (on Forest Road), but she cannot take responsibility for children crossing who are not supervised by their parents.
Windmill Hill Farm
Windmill Hill Farm needs your help. It is a valuable and much loved community facility which is currently threatened with closure. As part of the appeal to save the Farm, an online pledge has been created. If by the deadline of 31st October 2009, 500 people will pledge to donate £25.00 then the farm will raise £12,500 in one go – a quarter of its appeal target. If the pledge does not make its target of 500 people, then all those who have signed up will not need to fulfil their pledge and donate their money.
If you value the Farm and are in a position to support it by making the pledge, please visit the Farm’s page on the pledgebank website – the link is www/pledgebank.com/SaveWHCF and sign your name and e.mail address (only used to tell you when the pledge is completed and to contact you about the pledge). This coming Saturday the creators of Wallace and Gromit and Shaun the Sheep will be taking over the Windmill Hill City Farm for the fundraising day to help save the farm from closure.
Celebration Assembly
There will be a special celebration assembly this Friday at 9.15am, and the following children will receive headteachers award:-
Mikenagh Quirke, David Sebastian, Corada Wilson, Aengus Mooney, Thomas Hallard, Elliott Swan, Maya Buckler, Sarah Moylan, Izzy Woodruff, Leanne Hunt and Lakshmi Kaur.
St Josephs Recipe Book
We would like to compile a recipe book of all the favourite recipes of the St Joseph's Community - a starter, main course, puddings or cakes - whatever your family enjoys the most. We would like each family to donate a favourite recipe to be included in the book which can be tried and enjoyed by the rest of the community. If you would like to send a recipe to be included in the book you can either e-mail Mrs Gossan at bursar.st.josephs.p@bristol.gov.uk or send it in on a piece of paper. Please ensure that you put the ingredients first and then the cooking instructions. The deadline for sending in your recipes is Friday 6th November as we aim to have the book ready for sale by the 1st December.
Dinner Money
Please could you ensure that all dinner monies are paid on a Monday either to your child’s class teacher or the school office. I would grateful for your help in this matter as we collect the money on behalf of Bristol City Council and they collect the dinner money on Tuesday morning.
Dean Field Study Centre
A quick reminder that the October instalment of £30 is now due. Cheques to be made out to Bristol City Council.
There a few places left on the Dean Field trip which will take place in the first week of February for the years 5 & 6. If you are interested in your child going on this trip please contact the school office for details.
Bike-It
The Greater Bristol Cycling City team and your Bike It officer are pleased to be offering a fun family cycling event on SUNDAY 25th OCTOBER. It will take place on the Bristol to Bath Railway Path opposite Morrisons supermarket in Fishponds. Your Bike It officer will be there waiting to greet your families. Bike It schools are encouraged to wear Fancy Dress and 'Bling their Bikes' for a competition to be judged by the Bike It officers. If you have any questions, please contact your Bike It officer. We look forward to seeing you on the 25th!
Dr Bike It
Dr Bike It will be in on Wednesday, 3rd November 1.00-4.00pm to mend bikes, and from 3.400pm on the same day giving advise about buying bikes for Christmas and any other advise you may like to ask him.
Dates for Diaries
Friday 23rd October - End of Term 1
Monday 2nd November - Start of Term 2
Tuesday 3rd November - Later Primary (Y5/6) Mass in Church
Wednesday 3rd November - Dr Bike It
Wednesday 3rd November - Start of term 2 Mass
Thursday 5th November (9.15am) - Parents meeting about sharing pupil progress
Tuesday 10th November - Middle Primary (Y3/4) Mass in Church
Tuesday 10th November (9.10am) - Reception phonic lesson
Tuesday 17th November - Early Primary (Y5/6) Mass in Church
Friday 20th November - Mrs Joseph’s class assembly
Friday 4th December - PTFA Christmas Disco
Friday 11th December - Mrs Mantle’s class assembly
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher
Friday, 16 October 2009
16th October, 2009
16th October, 2009.
Dear Parent/Carer,
School Attendance
Here is the percentage attendance for last week –
Miss Wright’s class 95.6%
Mrs Ford’s class 94.5%
Mrs Mantle’s class 96.5%
Mrs Joseph’s class 94.1%
Mr Sherwin’s class 96.4%
Mrs Patton’s class 93.7%
Mrs Bell’s class 91.0%
Mr Conlon’s class 97.9%
OUR TARGET IS FOR ATTENDANCE IN ALL CLASSES TO BE AT LEAST 95%
Can I remind you all that the school can only authorise 10 days of absence in any school year. All other absences (with the exception of sickness) will be recorded as unauthorised and may result in a Fixed Penalty Notice..
Car boot sale CANCELLED
Thank you to those who supported the car boot sale, but unfortunately we have had to cancel it due to lack of interest. We are hoping to organise a table top sale in the hall before Christmas, so watch this space.
ATTENTION ALL YEAR 6 PARENTS
Have you completed and submitted your application form for secondary school? NEXT FRIDAY 23rd October is the last date for applications. A late application received after that date is not looked at until everyone else has been allocated their school, so please complete your form with your 3 preferences, now, on line if possible. BEWARE! Postal strikes are imminent!
If you are still confused please call Denise on 0845 129 7217 or email askcyps@bristol.gov.uk for support.
St Joseph's Recipe Book
We would like to compile a recipe book of all the favourite recipes of the St Joseph's Community - a starter, main course, puddings or cakes - whatever your family enjoys the most. We would like each family to donate a favourite recipe to be included in the book which can be tried and enjoyed by the rest of the community. If you would like to send a recipe to be included in the book you can either e-mail Mrs Gossan at bursar.st.josephs.p@bristol.gov.uk or send it in on a piece of paper. Please ensure that you put the ingredients first and then the cooking instructions. The deadline for sending in your recipes is Friday 6th November as we aim to have the book ready for sale by the 1st December.
Dinner Money
Please could you ensure that all dinner monies are paid on a Monday either to your child’s class teacher or the school office. I would grateful for your help in this matter as we collect the money on behalf of Bristol City Council and they collect the dinner money on Tuesday morning.
Dean Field Study Centre
A quick reminder that the October instalment of £30 is now due. Cheques to be made out to Bristol City Council.
There a few places left on the Dean Field trip which will take place in the first week of February for the years 5 & 6. If you are interested in your child going on this trip please contact the school office for details.
Bike-It
The Greater Bristol Cycling City team and your Bike It officer are pleased to be offering a fun family cycling event on SUNDAY 25th OCTOBER. It will take place on the Bristol to Bath Railway Path opposite Morrisons supermarket in Fishponds. Your Bike It officer will be there waiting to greet your families. Bike It schools are encouraged to wear Fancy Dress and 'Bling their Bikes' for a competition to be judged by the Bike It officers. If you have any questions, please contact your Bike It officer. We look forward to seeing you on the 25th!
Dr Bike It
Dr Bike It will be in on Wednesday, 3rd November 1.00-4.00pm to mend bikes, and from 3.400pm on the same day giving advise about buying bikes for Christmas and any other advise you may like to ask him.
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 20th October - Parents’ Evening
Friday 23rd October - End of Term 1
Monday 2nd November - Start of Term 2
Friday 4th December - PTFA Christmas Disco
Thursday 5th November (9.15am) Parents meeting about sharing pupil progress
Tuesday 10th November (9.10am) Reception phonic lesson
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Dear Parent/Carer,
School Attendance
Here is the percentage attendance for last week –
Miss Wright’s class 95.6%
Mrs Ford’s class 94.5%
Mrs Mantle’s class 96.5%
Mrs Joseph’s class 94.1%
Mr Sherwin’s class 96.4%
Mrs Patton’s class 93.7%
Mrs Bell’s class 91.0%
Mr Conlon’s class 97.9%
OUR TARGET IS FOR ATTENDANCE IN ALL CLASSES TO BE AT LEAST 95%
Can I remind you all that the school can only authorise 10 days of absence in any school year. All other absences (with the exception of sickness) will be recorded as unauthorised and may result in a Fixed Penalty Notice..
Car boot sale CANCELLED
Thank you to those who supported the car boot sale, but unfortunately we have had to cancel it due to lack of interest. We are hoping to organise a table top sale in the hall before Christmas, so watch this space.
ATTENTION ALL YEAR 6 PARENTS
Have you completed and submitted your application form for secondary school? NEXT FRIDAY 23rd October is the last date for applications. A late application received after that date is not looked at until everyone else has been allocated their school, so please complete your form with your 3 preferences, now, on line if possible. BEWARE! Postal strikes are imminent!
If you are still confused please call Denise on 0845 129 7217 or email askcyps@bristol.gov.uk for support.
St Joseph's Recipe Book
We would like to compile a recipe book of all the favourite recipes of the St Joseph's Community - a starter, main course, puddings or cakes - whatever your family enjoys the most. We would like each family to donate a favourite recipe to be included in the book which can be tried and enjoyed by the rest of the community. If you would like to send a recipe to be included in the book you can either e-mail Mrs Gossan at bursar.st.josephs.p@bristol.gov.uk or send it in on a piece of paper. Please ensure that you put the ingredients first and then the cooking instructions. The deadline for sending in your recipes is Friday 6th November as we aim to have the book ready for sale by the 1st December.
Dinner Money
Please could you ensure that all dinner monies are paid on a Monday either to your child’s class teacher or the school office. I would grateful for your help in this matter as we collect the money on behalf of Bristol City Council and they collect the dinner money on Tuesday morning.
Dean Field Study Centre
A quick reminder that the October instalment of £30 is now due. Cheques to be made out to Bristol City Council.
There a few places left on the Dean Field trip which will take place in the first week of February for the years 5 & 6. If you are interested in your child going on this trip please contact the school office for details.
Bike-It
The Greater Bristol Cycling City team and your Bike It officer are pleased to be offering a fun family cycling event on SUNDAY 25th OCTOBER. It will take place on the Bristol to Bath Railway Path opposite Morrisons supermarket in Fishponds. Your Bike It officer will be there waiting to greet your families. Bike It schools are encouraged to wear Fancy Dress and 'Bling their Bikes' for a competition to be judged by the Bike It officers. If you have any questions, please contact your Bike It officer. We look forward to seeing you on the 25th!
Dr Bike It
Dr Bike It will be in on Wednesday, 3rd November 1.00-4.00pm to mend bikes, and from 3.400pm on the same day giving advise about buying bikes for Christmas and any other advise you may like to ask him.
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 20th October - Parents’ Evening
Friday 23rd October - End of Term 1
Monday 2nd November - Start of Term 2
Friday 4th December - PTFA Christmas Disco
Thursday 5th November (9.15am) Parents meeting about sharing pupil progress
Tuesday 10th November (9.10am) Reception phonic lesson
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Wednesday, 7 October 2009
7th October, 2009
7th October, 2009.
Dear Parent/Carer,
School Attendance and Lateness
What is the problem?
Disappointingly, last years the school attendance figures were lower than in previous years.
Attendance is a factor often linked to low levels of academic success. Pupils also have difficulty maintaining friendships if they have long or numerous periods of absence.
What is the school’s policy?
The school’s policy is that no more 10 days absence can be authorised in any academic year.
It is a parent’s legal responsibility to ensure their child is in school, and the School Governors have decided that the school must take action against parents and carers of children who are absent from school without authorisation.
Ongoing unauthorised absence could lead to a Penalty Notice! This is a fine of £50.00 if paid within the first 28 days and £100 if paid within 42 days. If the fine is not paid within 42 days parents could be prosecuted.
Lateness is also a significant problem. Children are expected to be in line, with their class, at 8.55am. Where children are persistently late the school will be contacting parents and carers immediately and taking appropriate action to ensure it does not continue.
We have to take tough action because poor attendance and lateness is damaging the learning of too many children in the school.
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon, Headteacher
Dear Parent/Carer,
School Attendance and Lateness
What is the problem?
Disappointingly, last years the school attendance figures were lower than in previous years.
Attendance is a factor often linked to low levels of academic success. Pupils also have difficulty maintaining friendships if they have long or numerous periods of absence.
What is the school’s policy?
The school’s policy is that no more 10 days absence can be authorised in any academic year.
It is a parent’s legal responsibility to ensure their child is in school, and the School Governors have decided that the school must take action against parents and carers of children who are absent from school without authorisation.
Ongoing unauthorised absence could lead to a Penalty Notice! This is a fine of £50.00 if paid within the first 28 days and £100 if paid within 42 days. If the fine is not paid within 42 days parents could be prosecuted.
Lateness is also a significant problem. Children are expected to be in line, with their class, at 8.55am. Where children are persistently late the school will be contacting parents and carers immediately and taking appropriate action to ensure it does not continue.
We have to take tough action because poor attendance and lateness is damaging the learning of too many children in the school.
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon, Headteacher
Monday, 5 October 2009
2nd October 2009
2nd October, 2009.
Dear Parent/Carer,
Harvest Assembly
A big thank you for the food donated for the homelessness. It will be distributed accordingly.
Caerphilly Castle
The trips to Caerphilly Castle for Years 3 & 4 next Tuesday and Wednesday, will be going ahead. Thank you for your financial contribution.
Deanfield Study Centre
The next instalment is now due.
Nut Allergies
We have in the school some children who are allergic to nuts. Unfortunately, for one of them the allergy is such that even the smell or any residue left on a table can cause a reaction. We therefore ask that no nuts are included in your child’s lunch box.
Parents’ Evening
These will be held on Thursday 15th October and Tuesday 20th October. The letter for Parents’ Evening will be going out next Monday.
Car Boot Sale
To be held in the school playground on Saturday 17th October, 10am - 12 noon. Why not have a clear out before Christmas & make a bit of money too! The number of pitches is strictly limited. See the separate leaflet in your child's book bag.
SUMMER FESTIVAL 2010
There will be a planning meeting for next year's Summer Festival on Friday 2nd October at 9.15 am in the Rainbow Room of pre-school, with tea and coffee for sale. We will be gathering ideas for games, stalls, rides etc. If you have any thoughts and would like to come along, you'll be very welcome.
Also, the date for the Christmas disco is Friday 4th December, 7-10pm if you can put that with the other diary dates.
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 5th October at 9.15am, where the following children will receive a headteachers award. All parent/carers are welcome
Jeffery Grimes, Stella Harvey, Joe Staddon, Amelianya Cachia, Maddie Khan-Slade, Joel Shelvi, Bethany Prasadm Martyna Oszwaldowska and Evie Attwood
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 6th October - Caerphilly Castle
Wednesday 7th October - Caerphilly Castle
Thursday 15th October - Y6 Lifeskills
Thursday 15th October - Parents’ Evening
Friday 16th October - Y5/6C Assembly
Tuesday 20th October - Parents’ Evening
Friday 23rd October - End of Term 1
Monday 2nd November - Start of Term 2
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Dear Parent/Carer,
Harvest Assembly
A big thank you for the food donated for the homelessness. It will be distributed accordingly.
Caerphilly Castle
The trips to Caerphilly Castle for Years 3 & 4 next Tuesday and Wednesday, will be going ahead. Thank you for your financial contribution.
Deanfield Study Centre
The next instalment is now due.
Nut Allergies
We have in the school some children who are allergic to nuts. Unfortunately, for one of them the allergy is such that even the smell or any residue left on a table can cause a reaction. We therefore ask that no nuts are included in your child’s lunch box.
Parents’ Evening
These will be held on Thursday 15th October and Tuesday 20th October. The letter for Parents’ Evening will be going out next Monday.
Car Boot Sale
To be held in the school playground on Saturday 17th October, 10am - 12 noon. Why not have a clear out before Christmas & make a bit of money too! The number of pitches is strictly limited. See the separate leaflet in your child's book bag.
SUMMER FESTIVAL 2010
There will be a planning meeting for next year's Summer Festival on Friday 2nd October at 9.15 am in the Rainbow Room of pre-school, with tea and coffee for sale. We will be gathering ideas for games, stalls, rides etc. If you have any thoughts and would like to come along, you'll be very welcome.
Also, the date for the Christmas disco is Friday 4th December, 7-10pm if you can put that with the other diary dates.
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 5th October at 9.15am, where the following children will receive a headteachers award. All parent/carers are welcome
Jeffery Grimes, Stella Harvey, Joe Staddon, Amelianya Cachia, Maddie Khan-Slade, Joel Shelvi, Bethany Prasadm Martyna Oszwaldowska and Evie Attwood
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 6th October - Caerphilly Castle
Wednesday 7th October - Caerphilly Castle
Thursday 15th October - Y6 Lifeskills
Thursday 15th October - Parents’ Evening
Friday 16th October - Y5/6C Assembly
Tuesday 20th October - Parents’ Evening
Friday 23rd October - End of Term 1
Monday 2nd November - Start of Term 2
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Friday, 25 September 2009
25th September, 2009.
25th September, 2009.
Dear Parent/Carer,
Harvest Assembly
As part of our harvest celebration, can we ask for donations of tinned or packet food. Can all donations come into school for the Harvest Assembly on Thursday. All proceeds will then be donated to a local charity.
Mrs Bell’s class Harvest Assembly will be on Thursday 1st October at 1.45pm. All parent and carers are welcome.
School Crossing Patrol
Pauline our school crossing patrol is unwell at the moment and will be unavailable all next week. Could you please ensure that your children take extra care when crossing the road.
Old Photographs
We are creating a school timeline in pictures. If you have any old pictures or other interesting artefacts we would love to include them. Please see the office or Mrs. Workman.
Individual Photographs
Individual photographs take place on Tuesday 29th September.
Y6 Leavers
The parents who arranged last years Year 6 leavers Disco have donated £82.00 which will contribute to St Joseph’s Staging. A big thank you from the school!
Choir
Choir has resumed this week at 3.35-4.30pm. All KS2 children are welcome – please collect a consent form from the school office.
BIKE-IT
There will be a Bike It Ride and Party from Morrisons Supermarket on Saturday 25th October 11.00am-3.00pm. More details to follow.
Also in October there will be an opportunity for parents to buy bike lights at cost price. More information to follow at a later date.
SUMMER FESTIVAL 2010
There will be a planning meeting for next year's Summer Festival on Friday 2nd October at 9.15 am in the Rainbow Room of pre-school, with tea and coffee for sale. We will be gathering ideas for games, stalls, rides etc. If you have any thoughts and would like to come along, you'll be very welcome.
Also, the date for the Christmas disco is Friday 4th December, 7-10pm.
After School Clubs
A reminder that all the after school clubs finish at 4.40pm. Many children are being collected late at the moment. We can only continue these clubs if children are collected promptly.
Lateness
Punctuality has improved since last week. However several children are still persistently coming to school late.
Dates for Diaries
Thursday 1st October - Y5/6B Assembly
Friday 2nd October - Y1 parents meeting with Miss Wright
Friday 2nd October - Year 5 and 6 trip to Legoland
Tuesday 29th September - Individual photographs
Friday 2nd October - Summer Festival meeting
Friday 23rd October - End of Term 1
Saturday 25th October - BIKE IT ride and party
Monday 2nd November - Start of Term 2
Friday 4th December - PTFA Christmas Disco
Dear Parent/Carer,
Harvest Assembly
As part of our harvest celebration, can we ask for donations of tinned or packet food. Can all donations come into school for the Harvest Assembly on Thursday. All proceeds will then be donated to a local charity.
Mrs Bell’s class Harvest Assembly will be on Thursday 1st October at 1.45pm. All parent and carers are welcome.
School Crossing Patrol
Pauline our school crossing patrol is unwell at the moment and will be unavailable all next week. Could you please ensure that your children take extra care when crossing the road.
Old Photographs
We are creating a school timeline in pictures. If you have any old pictures or other interesting artefacts we would love to include them. Please see the office or Mrs. Workman.
Individual Photographs
Individual photographs take place on Tuesday 29th September.
Y6 Leavers
The parents who arranged last years Year 6 leavers Disco have donated £82.00 which will contribute to St Joseph’s Staging. A big thank you from the school!
Choir
Choir has resumed this week at 3.35-4.30pm. All KS2 children are welcome – please collect a consent form from the school office.
BIKE-IT
There will be a Bike It Ride and Party from Morrisons Supermarket on Saturday 25th October 11.00am-3.00pm. More details to follow.
Also in October there will be an opportunity for parents to buy bike lights at cost price. More information to follow at a later date.
SUMMER FESTIVAL 2010
There will be a planning meeting for next year's Summer Festival on Friday 2nd October at 9.15 am in the Rainbow Room of pre-school, with tea and coffee for sale. We will be gathering ideas for games, stalls, rides etc. If you have any thoughts and would like to come along, you'll be very welcome.
Also, the date for the Christmas disco is Friday 4th December, 7-10pm.
After School Clubs
A reminder that all the after school clubs finish at 4.40pm. Many children are being collected late at the moment. We can only continue these clubs if children are collected promptly.
Lateness
Punctuality has improved since last week. However several children are still persistently coming to school late.
Dates for Diaries
Thursday 1st October - Y5/6B Assembly
Friday 2nd October - Y1 parents meeting with Miss Wright
Friday 2nd October - Year 5 and 6 trip to Legoland
Tuesday 29th September - Individual photographs
Friday 2nd October - Summer Festival meeting
Friday 23rd October - End of Term 1
Saturday 25th October - BIKE IT ride and party
Monday 2nd November - Start of Term 2
Friday 4th December - PTFA Christmas Disco
Friday, 18 September 2009
18th September, 2009
18th September, 2009.
Dear Parent/Carer,
Sorry, but this newsletter starts with a moan…
Lateness
This is already proving to be a big problem this term. In. Mrs. Ford’s class alone, 6 children were late this morning! Many others were late in other classes.
Where lateness is persistent the school will take appropriate action.
The school day starts when the children line up in the playground at 8.55am. All children who come in later will be marked in late.
Hoildays during Term Time
The schools overall attendance figures last year were disappointingly low.
The school’s policy on attendance is very clear: the school can authorise 10 days of leave for holidays during term time. However if absences are not authorised the school has no choice but to take action. This action may include referral to the Education Welfare Officer (who will then take further action) or a fixed penalty notice.
Absence due to Illness
Parents and Carers must contact the school office on the first morning of any absence due to illness.
Information About Learning
A reminder that each classes weekly overviews are being displayed in each class’s window at the start of each week. Hopefully they will inform you so that you can talk to your children about their learning at home.
School Meals
The school roast next week will be on Thursday.
Individual Photographs
Individual photographs take place on Tuesday 29th September. Siblings will be photographed together at the start of the school day.
PTFA Meeting
There will be a PTFA meeting on Wednesday week, 23rd September, at 8pm in the Cross Hands in Fishponds. We will be planning events for the school year, both for the children & parents/carers. If you have any ideas and want to come along, you will be most welcome.
Choir
Choir will resume next Wednesday 23rd September, 3.35-4.30pm. All KS2 children welcome. The proposed concert on the 19th September, will not be taking place as we do not have enough children available.
New Parents Tour
The dates for the new parents tour for children starting in September 2010 is Friday 25th September at 10.00am, or Monday 28th September at 2.00pm.
School Meals
School meals have gone up to £2.10 as from the start of term.
Fr Frank Cama
Fr Frank Cama who used to be a priest at St Joseph’s died last week. His funeral will take place next Thursday 24th September in Gloucester. Our prayers go out to him, may he rest in peace.
School Crossing
Pauline our school crossing patrol will not be available on Tuesday and Wednesday morning of next week.
Parents Meeting
Miss Wright has had to change her parents meeting from Friday 25th September to Friday 2nd October at 3.00pm.
School Blog
Children in the later primary years (5&6) have been blogging. Please look on the school website for their news about learning.
World Peace Day
The school will be praying for peace around the world on Monday.
We hope you pray too,
Best wishes
Matt Condon
Headteacher
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 22nd September - Y2 parents meeting with Mrs Ford
Wednesday 23rd September - Y3/4 parents meeting with Mr Sherwin, Mrs Mantle and Mrs. Joseph.
Thursday 24th September - Y5/6 parents meeting with Mrs Patton, Mr Conlon and Mrs Bell.
Tuesday 29th September - Individual photographs
Friday 2nd October - Y1 parents meeting with Miss Wright
Friday 23rd October - End of Term 1
Monday 2nd November - Start of Term 2
Dear Parent/Carer,
Sorry, but this newsletter starts with a moan…
Lateness
This is already proving to be a big problem this term. In. Mrs. Ford’s class alone, 6 children were late this morning! Many others were late in other classes.
Where lateness is persistent the school will take appropriate action.
The school day starts when the children line up in the playground at 8.55am. All children who come in later will be marked in late.
Hoildays during Term Time
The schools overall attendance figures last year were disappointingly low.
The school’s policy on attendance is very clear: the school can authorise 10 days of leave for holidays during term time. However if absences are not authorised the school has no choice but to take action. This action may include referral to the Education Welfare Officer (who will then take further action) or a fixed penalty notice.
Absence due to Illness
Parents and Carers must contact the school office on the first morning of any absence due to illness.
Information About Learning
A reminder that each classes weekly overviews are being displayed in each class’s window at the start of each week. Hopefully they will inform you so that you can talk to your children about their learning at home.
School Meals
The school roast next week will be on Thursday.
Individual Photographs
Individual photographs take place on Tuesday 29th September. Siblings will be photographed together at the start of the school day.
PTFA Meeting
There will be a PTFA meeting on Wednesday week, 23rd September, at 8pm in the Cross Hands in Fishponds. We will be planning events for the school year, both for the children & parents/carers. If you have any ideas and want to come along, you will be most welcome.
Choir
Choir will resume next Wednesday 23rd September, 3.35-4.30pm. All KS2 children welcome. The proposed concert on the 19th September, will not be taking place as we do not have enough children available.
New Parents Tour
The dates for the new parents tour for children starting in September 2010 is Friday 25th September at 10.00am, or Monday 28th September at 2.00pm.
School Meals
School meals have gone up to £2.10 as from the start of term.
Fr Frank Cama
Fr Frank Cama who used to be a priest at St Joseph’s died last week. His funeral will take place next Thursday 24th September in Gloucester. Our prayers go out to him, may he rest in peace.
School Crossing
Pauline our school crossing patrol will not be available on Tuesday and Wednesday morning of next week.
Parents Meeting
Miss Wright has had to change her parents meeting from Friday 25th September to Friday 2nd October at 3.00pm.
School Blog
Children in the later primary years (5&6) have been blogging. Please look on the school website for their news about learning.
World Peace Day
The school will be praying for peace around the world on Monday.
We hope you pray too,
Best wishes
Matt Condon
Headteacher
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 22nd September - Y2 parents meeting with Mrs Ford
Wednesday 23rd September - Y3/4 parents meeting with Mr Sherwin, Mrs Mantle and Mrs. Joseph.
Thursday 24th September - Y5/6 parents meeting with Mrs Patton, Mr Conlon and Mrs Bell.
Tuesday 29th September - Individual photographs
Friday 2nd October - Y1 parents meeting with Miss Wright
Friday 23rd October - End of Term 1
Monday 2nd November - Start of Term 2
Friday, 11 September 2009
11th September, 2009
11th September, 2009.
Dear Parent/Carer,
Information About Learning
One of our key priorities for school improvement this year is sharing more information about your child’s learning. This year topic plans and weekly overviews will be displayed in each class’s window: the topic webs at the start of each new topic and the weekly overviews at the start of each week. These are ‘plans’ and may the learning may change as the week progresses – so don’t panic if all areas of learning are not covered in a specific week. The hope is that this information will enable parents to talk to their children about their learning at home.
Reception 2010
The Admissions booklet and ‘Faith Form’ for reception 2010 will be available from the office as of Monday 14th September. It is very important that if you apply on-line that you wait for online confirmation of your application. (You also need to fill out a Faith Form for St Joseph’s which is available from the office).
2010 New Parents Tour
The dates for the new parents tour for children starting in September 2010 is Friday 25th September at 10.00am, or Monday 28th September at 2.00pm. Please contact the school office if you have a child stating school next year, and you would like to have a look around.
Pupil/Parent Concerns
If you have any concerns regarding your child/children’s welfare at school, or their learning please contact the school office to arrange an appointment with their class teacher. As Headteacher, I am always available to discuss concerns if they of a very serious nature, or if you feel your concerns have not been addressed by the class teacher. Please contact Mrs. Slade if you would like to make an appointment to see me.
Swine Flu Update
Attached is a letter from the Health Protection Agency up-dating parent/carer about swine flu.
School Meals
A reminder - school meals have gone up to £2.10 as from the start of term.
Parking on the Zig-Zag Lines
The Community Police Officers are now issuing on the spot £60 fines to cars parked on the zig zag lines.
Job Opportunity - SCHOOL MEALS SUPERVISORY ASSISTANT
Bristol Grade 2 £2066 - £2096 (Actual) 5.0 hours per week Term Time Only
The Governors of St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School are looking to employ a School Meals Supervisory Assistant to work 5 days a week (Mon-Fri) 1 hour per day (12.00 - 1.00pm) to assist a SEN child.
You will ideally be enthusiastic, energetic, flexible and be able to work as part of a team.
Application and job details are available from the school office. Applications close on the 18th September 2009.
Dates for Diaries
These will be published next week.
Yours Sincerely
Matt Condon
Headteacher
Dear Parent/Carer,
Information About Learning
One of our key priorities for school improvement this year is sharing more information about your child’s learning. This year topic plans and weekly overviews will be displayed in each class’s window: the topic webs at the start of each new topic and the weekly overviews at the start of each week. These are ‘plans’ and may the learning may change as the week progresses – so don’t panic if all areas of learning are not covered in a specific week. The hope is that this information will enable parents to talk to their children about their learning at home.
Reception 2010
The Admissions booklet and ‘Faith Form’ for reception 2010 will be available from the office as of Monday 14th September. It is very important that if you apply on-line that you wait for online confirmation of your application. (You also need to fill out a Faith Form for St Joseph’s which is available from the office).
2010 New Parents Tour
The dates for the new parents tour for children starting in September 2010 is Friday 25th September at 10.00am, or Monday 28th September at 2.00pm. Please contact the school office if you have a child stating school next year, and you would like to have a look around.
Pupil/Parent Concerns
If you have any concerns regarding your child/children’s welfare at school, or their learning please contact the school office to arrange an appointment with their class teacher. As Headteacher, I am always available to discuss concerns if they of a very serious nature, or if you feel your concerns have not been addressed by the class teacher. Please contact Mrs. Slade if you would like to make an appointment to see me.
Swine Flu Update
Attached is a letter from the Health Protection Agency up-dating parent/carer about swine flu.
School Meals
A reminder - school meals have gone up to £2.10 as from the start of term.
Parking on the Zig-Zag Lines
The Community Police Officers are now issuing on the spot £60 fines to cars parked on the zig zag lines.
Job Opportunity - SCHOOL MEALS SUPERVISORY ASSISTANT
Bristol Grade 2 £2066 - £2096 (Actual) 5.0 hours per week Term Time Only
The Governors of St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School are looking to employ a School Meals Supervisory Assistant to work 5 days a week (Mon-Fri) 1 hour per day (12.00 - 1.00pm) to assist a SEN child.
You will ideally be enthusiastic, energetic, flexible and be able to work as part of a team.
Application and job details are available from the school office. Applications close on the 18th September 2009.
Dates for Diaries
These will be published next week.
Yours Sincerely
Matt Condon
Headteacher
Friday, 24 July 2009
24th July 2009
Dear Parents/Carers
As the year comes to an end…
Welcome to the last newsletter of this academic year. It has been a year of challenge and success. All children have worked hard and are becoming even more successful in their learning. As our present year 6 cohort leave St. Joseph’s, I am very proud to share with you the standards they have achieved in English, Maths and Science –
English level 4+ = 90% (2007 = 77%, 2008 = 80%)
Maths level 4+ = 83% (2007 = 71%, 2008 = 79%)
Science level 4+ = 90% (2007 = 84%, 2008 = 80%)
Well done Year 6!
Also recently, the school received the silver SingUp award, being the first school in Bristol to do so. Congratulations to all children, staff members, and in particular Mrs. Marsh, for achieving this prestigious award.
Please check out the school blog for details of this and lots of other exciting examples of learning this year.
Looking towards the future…
Some of the key areas for school improvement next year, will be –
• Use knowledge of children’s needs more effectively to plan high quality learning experiences, which enable children to make good progress.
• Give children more responsibility for learning, supporting each other and making good progress.
• Sharing children’s learning journey with parents and carers so that they can support their children in making good progress.
• Improve attendance and punctuality.
Of course it’s the time of the year when we not only say goodbye to Year 6, but also some members of staff. Mr Tilmouth took over my class 2 ½ years ago when I suddenly became acting headteacher. He quickly settled into his first teaching post, built good relationships with colleagues, children and parents and demonstrated himself to be a good, focussed teacher, contributing much to the school community. We will all miss him, and wish him luck in his new life in Edinburgh.
I would like to thank you all for your all your hard work and support. We look forward to making 2009-2010 even better year of learning.
Have a safe and happy holiday.
Best wishes
Matt Condon
Headteacher and all the staff of St. Joseph’s.
As the year comes to an end…
Welcome to the last newsletter of this academic year. It has been a year of challenge and success. All children have worked hard and are becoming even more successful in their learning. As our present year 6 cohort leave St. Joseph’s, I am very proud to share with you the standards they have achieved in English, Maths and Science –
English level 4+ = 90% (2007 = 77%, 2008 = 80%)
Maths level 4+ = 83% (2007 = 71%, 2008 = 79%)
Science level 4+ = 90% (2007 = 84%, 2008 = 80%)
Well done Year 6!
Also recently, the school received the silver SingUp award, being the first school in Bristol to do so. Congratulations to all children, staff members, and in particular Mrs. Marsh, for achieving this prestigious award.
Please check out the school blog for details of this and lots of other exciting examples of learning this year.
Looking towards the future…
Some of the key areas for school improvement next year, will be –
• Use knowledge of children’s needs more effectively to plan high quality learning experiences, which enable children to make good progress.
• Give children more responsibility for learning, supporting each other and making good progress.
• Sharing children’s learning journey with parents and carers so that they can support their children in making good progress.
• Improve attendance and punctuality.
Of course it’s the time of the year when we not only say goodbye to Year 6, but also some members of staff. Mr Tilmouth took over my class 2 ½ years ago when I suddenly became acting headteacher. He quickly settled into his first teaching post, built good relationships with colleagues, children and parents and demonstrated himself to be a good, focussed teacher, contributing much to the school community. We will all miss him, and wish him luck in his new life in Edinburgh.
I would like to thank you all for your all your hard work and support. We look forward to making 2009-2010 even better year of learning.
Have a safe and happy holiday.
Best wishes
Matt Condon
Headteacher and all the staff of St. Joseph’s.
Sunday, 19 July 2009
17th July 2009
Dear Parent/Carer,
School Reports and Communication
This year’s school reports will be sent out today. We have made some changes, following consultation with parents, and hope they give you a better understanding of your child’s progress across the year. We would appreciate further comments as we always want to improve communication with parents and give you more information about your child’s learning.
In September, we will be repeating the parent information sessions that we introduced this year.
Y1 Assembly
Year 1 will be having a class assembly on Tuesday, 21st July at 9.30am. All parents are welcome.
Reception Courtyard
If any parent/carer can provide any painting, murals, wellies, wheelbarrow, sink, cuttings of plants (smelly ones) to improve the learning environment.
Y6 Leavers Performance
Year 6 performance is on Wednesday 22nd July, at 7.00pm. There are restricted seats for health and safety reasons.
Non-Uniform
St Matthew’s won the most team points last term, so it will be non-uniform for them next Friday 25th July (date to be checked).
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 20th July, at 9.15. The following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Natalya Thomas, Joe Toye, Leanne Hunt, Megan Harries, Sam Toye, Johann Manosh, Connor Crudge, Kymani Pinnock, Summer Allen, all Reception children,
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 21st July - Y1 Assembly
Wednesday 22nd July - Y6 Performance
Friday 24th July - Leavers Mass 9.30am - End of Term 6
Thursday 3rd September - INSET Day
Friday 4th September - INSET Day
Monday 7th September - Term 1
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
School Reports and Communication
This year’s school reports will be sent out today. We have made some changes, following consultation with parents, and hope they give you a better understanding of your child’s progress across the year. We would appreciate further comments as we always want to improve communication with parents and give you more information about your child’s learning.
In September, we will be repeating the parent information sessions that we introduced this year.
Y1 Assembly
Year 1 will be having a class assembly on Tuesday, 21st July at 9.30am. All parents are welcome.
Reception Courtyard
If any parent/carer can provide any painting, murals, wellies, wheelbarrow, sink, cuttings of plants (smelly ones) to improve the learning environment.
Y6 Leavers Performance
Year 6 performance is on Wednesday 22nd July, at 7.00pm. There are restricted seats for health and safety reasons.
Non-Uniform
St Matthew’s won the most team points last term, so it will be non-uniform for them next Friday 25th July (date to be checked).
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 20th July, at 9.15. The following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Natalya Thomas, Joe Toye, Leanne Hunt, Megan Harries, Sam Toye, Johann Manosh, Connor Crudge, Kymani Pinnock, Summer Allen, all Reception children,
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 21st July - Y1 Assembly
Wednesday 22nd July - Y6 Performance
Friday 24th July - Leavers Mass 9.30am - End of Term 6
Thursday 3rd September - INSET Day
Friday 4th September - INSET Day
Monday 7th September - Term 1
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Friday, 10 July 2009
10th July 2009
10th July, 2009
Dear Parent/Carer,
E.Safety Meeting
Apologies, but the meeting will now be on Wednesday is 15th July and not 15th June.
We hope parents can join us to discuss this important issue.
Sing-Up Picnic
If you are able to help with walking down and back from the ‘Singing Picnic’ on Friday 17th July, could you please let the office know by Tuesday 14th July. Attached is a letter from Mrs Marsh with an agenda for the day.
Y1 Assembly
Year 1 will be having a class assembly on Tuesday, 21st July at 9.30am. All parents are welcome. Parents will be welcome afterwards to look at the children’s learning in their books.
Miss O’Toole will not be teaching the class for the remainder of the year due to ill health. We are happy that Miss Wright has returned as their class teacher for the remainder of the school year. We hope Miss O’Toole gets better soon.
Y6 Leavers Performance
Year 6 performance is on Wednesday 22nd July, at 7.00pm. There are restricted seats available for health and safety reasons. 3 tickets will be allocated to each child. Please return any that are not needed.
CRB Checked Volunteers
If you have been CRB checked as a volunteer in the school, please could you let Mrs Gossan in the office have the CRB disclosure number and the date of issue.
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Tuesday 14th July, at 9.15. The following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Grace Stepaniuk, Erin brooks, Kamal Smallwood, Darshan Sebastian, Daniel George, Hannah Richards, Own Ridler, Cara Freeth, Jakub Spocinski, Anique Sergeant, Alvin George,Alya Rasul, Olamide Adetayo, Kieron Lindsay-Powell, Laruyn Duffy, Daniel George, Hamda-Sagal Ibrahim Mahamoud
Dates for Diaries
Monday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Thursday 16th July - Reception – Bristol Docks
Thursday 16th July - Y3/4 Trip to Longleat
Friday 17th July - Whole School – Singing Picnic
Tuesday 21st July - Y1 Assembly
Wednesday 22nd July - Y6 Performance
Friday 24th July - Leavers Mass 9.30am - End of Term 6
Thursday 3rd September - INSET Day
Friday 4th September - INSET Day
Monday 7th September - Term 1 Starts
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Dear Parent/Carer,
E.Safety Meeting
Apologies, but the meeting will now be on Wednesday is 15th July and not 15th June.
We hope parents can join us to discuss this important issue.
Sing-Up Picnic
If you are able to help with walking down and back from the ‘Singing Picnic’ on Friday 17th July, could you please let the office know by Tuesday 14th July. Attached is a letter from Mrs Marsh with an agenda for the day.
Y1 Assembly
Year 1 will be having a class assembly on Tuesday, 21st July at 9.30am. All parents are welcome. Parents will be welcome afterwards to look at the children’s learning in their books.
Miss O’Toole will not be teaching the class for the remainder of the year due to ill health. We are happy that Miss Wright has returned as their class teacher for the remainder of the school year. We hope Miss O’Toole gets better soon.
Y6 Leavers Performance
Year 6 performance is on Wednesday 22nd July, at 7.00pm. There are restricted seats available for health and safety reasons. 3 tickets will be allocated to each child. Please return any that are not needed.
CRB Checked Volunteers
If you have been CRB checked as a volunteer in the school, please could you let Mrs Gossan in the office have the CRB disclosure number and the date of issue.
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Tuesday 14th July, at 9.15. The following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Grace Stepaniuk, Erin brooks, Kamal Smallwood, Darshan Sebastian, Daniel George, Hannah Richards, Own Ridler, Cara Freeth, Jakub Spocinski, Anique Sergeant, Alvin George,Alya Rasul, Olamide Adetayo, Kieron Lindsay-Powell, Laruyn Duffy, Daniel George, Hamda-Sagal Ibrahim Mahamoud
Dates for Diaries
Monday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Thursday 16th July - Reception – Bristol Docks
Thursday 16th July - Y3/4 Trip to Longleat
Friday 17th July - Whole School – Singing Picnic
Tuesday 21st July - Y1 Assembly
Wednesday 22nd July - Y6 Performance
Friday 24th July - Leavers Mass 9.30am - End of Term 6
Thursday 3rd September - INSET Day
Friday 4th September - INSET Day
Monday 7th September - Term 1 Starts
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Thursday, 9 July 2009
9th July 2009
9th July, 2009.
Dear Parent/Carer,
E.Safety Policy
On Wednesday 15th June, at 9.00am, there is a meeting in the school hall, to discuss St Joseph’s developing it’s E Safety (Internet and Electronic Safety) Policy. We would like to invite parents and carers to meet and discuss any issues or concerns they may have regarding safety on the internet (at home or in school). The meeting will be informal and any input would be really useful.
Look forward to seeing you.
Ed Sherwin
ICT Subject Leader
Summer Social – CANCELLED
The PTFA are sorry to announce that we have had to cancel the summer social as we did not meet our minimum numbers. We would like to apologise to the children, parents & carers who have bought tickets, but you'll appreciate that we cannot not proceed with the event if we can't cover our costs. Anyone who has applied for a ticket will have their money refunded on Friday.
PTFA Pub Quiz
Will be held on Sunday 19th July in the Spotted Cow, Lodge Causeway, Fishponds. Bring your team & meet us in the pub at 8.30.
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon
Headteacher
Dear Parent/Carer,
E.Safety Policy
On Wednesday 15th June, at 9.00am, there is a meeting in the school hall, to discuss St Joseph’s developing it’s E Safety (Internet and Electronic Safety) Policy. We would like to invite parents and carers to meet and discuss any issues or concerns they may have regarding safety on the internet (at home or in school). The meeting will be informal and any input would be really useful.
Look forward to seeing you.
Ed Sherwin
ICT Subject Leader
Summer Social – CANCELLED
The PTFA are sorry to announce that we have had to cancel the summer social as we did not meet our minimum numbers. We would like to apologise to the children, parents & carers who have bought tickets, but you'll appreciate that we cannot not proceed with the event if we can't cover our costs. Anyone who has applied for a ticket will have their money refunded on Friday.
PTFA Pub Quiz
Will be held on Sunday 19th July in the Spotted Cow, Lodge Causeway, Fishponds. Bring your team & meet us in the pub at 8.30.
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon
Headteacher
Monday, 6 July 2009
2nd July 2009
2nd July 2009
Dear Parent/Carer,
A message from Maureen Tuohy, parent and governor -
I have always been proud to be a member of St Joseph’s School Community, and I felt especially proud at the PTFA’s Summer Festival.
The hard work of the PTFA produced a day which was buzzing with a holiday atmosphere and was enjoyed by all.
I felt really proud of the most important members of our community – the children of St Joseph’s. Their fabulous contributions of singing, cheerleading, dancing, inventive money making games and most of all HAVING FUN - made the day a great success!!!.
Well done. Proud parent and Governor.
Parental Behaviour in Playground
If adults witness something inappropriate happening in the playground, they should report the incident to the school immediately. Under no circumstances should a problem be dealt with by the parent directly, even if involves their own child.
Failure to follow these directives will result in a fixed term ban from the school grounds and buildings.
School Attendance
Here is the overall percentage attendance for this academic year –
Reception 91.5%
Year 1 92.5
Year 2F 94.8%
Year 2S 91.3%
Year 3/4M 93.1%
Year 3/4T 94.1%
Year 3/4B 94.7%
Year 5/6C 93.7%
Year 5/6P 94.4%
Year 5/6J 93.5%
Well done to all classes who achieved over 94%. Next year we need all classes to achieve over 95% attendance.
School Trips
I am happy to say that the trip to Weston and Longleat will be going ahead due to the majority of cost being funded by your contributions. Thank you all.
Bike Shelter
As some of you know, we are planning to build a second bike shelter. This is because of the large amount of children who are now cycling to school. Currently there is not enough room for all the bikes in the shed so children can store bikes behind the mobile classrooms if they wish. All school gates are locked 9.30am – 3pm.
Unfortunately the school cannot take responsibility for property stored on the school grounds.
School Meal Prices
From the 1st September the price of school meals will increase by 10p to £2.10. May I take this opportunity to remind you that dinner money is payable in advance on the first day of each week.
CRB Checked Volunteers
If you have been CRB checked as a volunteer in the school, please could you let Mrs Gossan in the office have the CRB disclosure number and the date of issue.
Mini Fair
On Wednesday 17th June, a mini fair took place in the school hall, where the year 5/6 used their stalls from the Summer Festival to raise money for subsidising the overall cost of the school trips. We managed to raise £230.00.
Year 6 Leavers
A reminder that a party has been organised by the ‘parents’ of year 6 leavers at St Joseph’s Pre School Hall on Friday 24th July – 6.30-9.30pm. Tickets can be purchased from the school office. Prices are £4.00 for a family ticket and £2.00 for an individual ticket. A list is in the office where parents can put their name alongside food they will be able to provide.
New Academic Year
The new academic year is due to start on Thursday 3rd September. This year the first two days of term (3rd and 4th September) will be used as staff training days. This means the children will start school on Monday 7th September.
Summer Social
There are still tickets left for the Summer Social, next Saturday, 11th July, 7-10pm. Tickets cost £3.50 for adults, £2.00 for children and £10.00 for a family ticket (2 adults, 2 children). Under 4s are free. Please send your ticket requests with payment to the office. Cheques made payable to St Josephs PTFA.
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 6th July, at 9.15. The following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Stephanie Williams, Paige Dwyer,
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 7th July - Year 5/6 Mass
Wednesday 8th July - Y1 Trip to Weston-Super-Mare
Monday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Thursday 16th July - Reception – Bristol Docks
Thursday 16th July - Y3/4 Trip to Longleat
Friday 17th July - Whole School – Singing Picnic
Friday 24th July - Leavers Mass - End of Term 6
Monday 7th September - Start of term 1
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Dear Parent/Carer,
A message from Maureen Tuohy, parent and governor -
I have always been proud to be a member of St Joseph’s School Community, and I felt especially proud at the PTFA’s Summer Festival.
The hard work of the PTFA produced a day which was buzzing with a holiday atmosphere and was enjoyed by all.
I felt really proud of the most important members of our community – the children of St Joseph’s. Their fabulous contributions of singing, cheerleading, dancing, inventive money making games and most of all HAVING FUN - made the day a great success!!!.
Well done. Proud parent and Governor.
Parental Behaviour in Playground
If adults witness something inappropriate happening in the playground, they should report the incident to the school immediately. Under no circumstances should a problem be dealt with by the parent directly, even if involves their own child.
Failure to follow these directives will result in a fixed term ban from the school grounds and buildings.
School Attendance
Here is the overall percentage attendance for this academic year –
Reception 91.5%
Year 1 92.5
Year 2F 94.8%
Year 2S 91.3%
Year 3/4M 93.1%
Year 3/4T 94.1%
Year 3/4B 94.7%
Year 5/6C 93.7%
Year 5/6P 94.4%
Year 5/6J 93.5%
Well done to all classes who achieved over 94%. Next year we need all classes to achieve over 95% attendance.
School Trips
I am happy to say that the trip to Weston and Longleat will be going ahead due to the majority of cost being funded by your contributions. Thank you all.
Bike Shelter
As some of you know, we are planning to build a second bike shelter. This is because of the large amount of children who are now cycling to school. Currently there is not enough room for all the bikes in the shed so children can store bikes behind the mobile classrooms if they wish. All school gates are locked 9.30am – 3pm.
Unfortunately the school cannot take responsibility for property stored on the school grounds.
School Meal Prices
From the 1st September the price of school meals will increase by 10p to £2.10. May I take this opportunity to remind you that dinner money is payable in advance on the first day of each week.
CRB Checked Volunteers
If you have been CRB checked as a volunteer in the school, please could you let Mrs Gossan in the office have the CRB disclosure number and the date of issue.
Mini Fair
On Wednesday 17th June, a mini fair took place in the school hall, where the year 5/6 used their stalls from the Summer Festival to raise money for subsidising the overall cost of the school trips. We managed to raise £230.00.
Year 6 Leavers
A reminder that a party has been organised by the ‘parents’ of year 6 leavers at St Joseph’s Pre School Hall on Friday 24th July – 6.30-9.30pm. Tickets can be purchased from the school office. Prices are £4.00 for a family ticket and £2.00 for an individual ticket. A list is in the office where parents can put their name alongside food they will be able to provide.
New Academic Year
The new academic year is due to start on Thursday 3rd September. This year the first two days of term (3rd and 4th September) will be used as staff training days. This means the children will start school on Monday 7th September.
Summer Social
There are still tickets left for the Summer Social, next Saturday, 11th July, 7-10pm. Tickets cost £3.50 for adults, £2.00 for children and £10.00 for a family ticket (2 adults, 2 children). Under 4s are free. Please send your ticket requests with payment to the office. Cheques made payable to St Josephs PTFA.
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 6th July, at 9.15. The following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Stephanie Williams, Paige Dwyer,
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 7th July - Year 5/6 Mass
Wednesday 8th July - Y1 Trip to Weston-Super-Mare
Monday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Thursday 16th July - Reception – Bristol Docks
Thursday 16th July - Y3/4 Trip to Longleat
Friday 17th July - Whole School – Singing Picnic
Friday 24th July - Leavers Mass - End of Term 6
Monday 7th September - Start of term 1
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Tuesday, 30 June 2009
Sports Day
We still plan on holding Sports Day this morning BUT will be reviewing the weather at 9am. If postponed, it will be until this afternoon, when weather is supposed to be better. We will kepp you informed on the BLOG.
Wednesday, 24 June 2009
Wednesday 24th June
23rd June, 2009.
Dear Parent/Carer,
Parish Fair
This Friday (25th June), the children can wear non-uniform if they bring a tin/grocery item for the Parish Fair which is on Saturday 27th June. The fair starts in the parish hall at 2pm. We look forward to seeing you all there.
Religious Education Topic - Neighbours (June 25th-end of term)
The final topic in the Summer term looks at Neighbours. The children learn about their neighbours near and far and explore how they can love and support each other.
Suggestions for home activities
· Talk about how well you know your neighbours and how you support each other.
· As a family, think of ways you can support neighbours around the world.
· Write a prayer together for neighbours around the world.
Class Organisation 2009-2010
Later this term, you will receive your child’s end of year report. This report will include details of your child’s class next year. In preparation for this we can now share the class organisation for next year –
Reception – Miss O’Toole
Year 1 - Miss Wright
Year 2 - Mrs Ford
Year3/4 - Mr Sherwin
Year3/4 - Mrs Rollings and Mrs Joseph (both Assistant Headteachers)
Year 3/4 - Mrs Mantle
Year 5/6 - Mrs Patton
Year 5/6 - Mrs Bell
Year 5/6 - Mr Conlon
We are sad to announce Mr. Tilmouth will be leaving the school in July. He will be continuing his teaching career in Scotland.
Mrs. Workman will be continuing to teach in some classes next year.
Summer Footwear
Recently we announced that during the hot weather sandals are permitted. These sandals must be appropriate for school activities – flip-flops are not appropriate.
Music Tuition
There is still one place left for September in the Drums and also the Keyboard music tuition groups. The tuition is held during the day and costs £65 for 2 terms. If you would like to your child to learn to play either the drums or keyboard please go to the school office to complete a form by Tuesday 30th June at the latest.
Dinner Money
Please can you ensure that all dinner monies are paid on a Monday.
Deanfield Study Centre
The next instalment of £30 is due on the 1st July. Cheques to be made payable to Bristol City Council.
There are still places available for this residential trip. If your child will be in year 5 or 6 in September and you would like to them to attend the trip, please contact the office for further details.
Dates for Diaries
Monday 29th June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Tuesday 30th June - Sports Day
Wednesday 1st July - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Tuesday 7th July - Year 5/6 MassMonday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Thursday 16th July - Reception – Bristol Docks
Friday 17th July - Whole School – Singing Picnic
Friday 24th July - Leavers Mass - End of Term 6
Yours sincerely
Matt Condon
Headteacher
Dear Parent/Carer,
Parish Fair
This Friday (25th June), the children can wear non-uniform if they bring a tin/grocery item for the Parish Fair which is on Saturday 27th June. The fair starts in the parish hall at 2pm. We look forward to seeing you all there.
Religious Education Topic - Neighbours (June 25th-end of term)
The final topic in the Summer term looks at Neighbours. The children learn about their neighbours near and far and explore how they can love and support each other.
Suggestions for home activities
· Talk about how well you know your neighbours and how you support each other.
· As a family, think of ways you can support neighbours around the world.
· Write a prayer together for neighbours around the world.
Class Organisation 2009-2010
Later this term, you will receive your child’s end of year report. This report will include details of your child’s class next year. In preparation for this we can now share the class organisation for next year –
Reception – Miss O’Toole
Year 1 - Miss Wright
Year 2 - Mrs Ford
Year3/4 - Mr Sherwin
Year3/4 - Mrs Rollings and Mrs Joseph (both Assistant Headteachers)
Year 3/4 - Mrs Mantle
Year 5/6 - Mrs Patton
Year 5/6 - Mrs Bell
Year 5/6 - Mr Conlon
We are sad to announce Mr. Tilmouth will be leaving the school in July. He will be continuing his teaching career in Scotland.
Mrs. Workman will be continuing to teach in some classes next year.
Summer Footwear
Recently we announced that during the hot weather sandals are permitted. These sandals must be appropriate for school activities – flip-flops are not appropriate.
Music Tuition
There is still one place left for September in the Drums and also the Keyboard music tuition groups. The tuition is held during the day and costs £65 for 2 terms. If you would like to your child to learn to play either the drums or keyboard please go to the school office to complete a form by Tuesday 30th June at the latest.
Dinner Money
Please can you ensure that all dinner monies are paid on a Monday.
Deanfield Study Centre
The next instalment of £30 is due on the 1st July. Cheques to be made payable to Bristol City Council.
There are still places available for this residential trip. If your child will be in year 5 or 6 in September and you would like to them to attend the trip, please contact the office for further details.
Dates for Diaries
Monday 29th June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Tuesday 30th June - Sports Day
Wednesday 1st July - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Tuesday 7th July - Year 5/6 MassMonday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Thursday 16th July - Reception – Bristol Docks
Friday 17th July - Whole School – Singing Picnic
Friday 24th July - Leavers Mass - End of Term 6
Yours sincerely
Matt Condon
Headteacher
Friday, 19 June 2009
Friday 19th June
19th June 2009
Dear Parent/Carer,
Security Warning
Recently an incident has occurred in the St. Georges area, where an adult approached a child and attempted to persuade them to enter their car. The school has repeated the “stranger danger” warnings to the children, and if you see anything suspicious please report it to the school office and/or report the incident to the police.
PTFA Summer Festival
Last Saturday’s Summer Festival was a fantastic success. Can I please take this opportunity to thank all members of the PTFA, for the incredible amount of hard work and creativity put into this event. The plan was to organise a great family afternoon, and show the local community St. Joseph’s at its best! Can I also thank everybody else who contributed to this great day – especially children from Year 5/6 who planned, created and managed a great set of fun activities. Let’s look forward to summer 2010!
Also, attached is an order form for the PTA Summer Family Social.
School Trips
Several parents have commented on the note from Year 5/6s Mini-Festival, where it stated money raised would go into ‘school trip fund’. Can I reassure you all that any money raised is used to lower the overall cost of school trips for this group of children, and NOT subsidise payments not made for school trips.
Healthy Communities
Fishponds Old Boys FC who train at Forest Road Playing Field have been shortlisted for the Evening Post’s Building Healthy Communities competition, which gives local organisations and groups the chance to win a share of £8,000 worth of improvements. Fishponds Old Boys want to refurbish the shipping container they use as a changing room. For two weeks from Tuesday 16th June there will be a token and a voting voucher in each copy of the Evening Post, so if you can collect as many Building Healthy Communities tokens as you can and send them into school.
Year 6 Leavers
A party has been organised by the ‘parents’ of year 6 leavers at St Joseph’s Pre School Hall on Friday 24th July – 6.30-9.30pm. Tickets can be purchased from the school office. Prices are £4.00 for a family ticket and £2.00 for an individual ticket. From Monday onwards a list will be in the office where parents can put their name alongside food they will be able to provide.
Lost Property
Mr. Pitt will be displaying lost property in the playground, next Tuesday at 3.15. Any remaining property will be recycled.
SCHOOL MEALS
If your child has a school dinner and is a vegetarian, please could you let the office know so that we can ensure that they are given priority with the vegetarian meals.
Mad Science
The last Mad Science Workshop is Thursday 25th June.
School Crossing Patrol
There will be no school crossing patrol for the morning or afternoon of Tuesday 23rd June.
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 22nd June, at 9.15. The following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Emily Cunningham, Hamze Ibrahim-Mahamoud, Bradley Bembridge, Erikan Udoh, Wiktoria Swaider, Jordan Toy, Anna Galvin, Shannon Hallard, Klaudia Krassowska, Paulina Wieczorkiewicz, David Wabissa, Shaun Snaden and Hannah Chudley.
Dates for Diaries
Monday 22nd June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Wednesday 24th June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Monday 29th June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Tuesday 30th June - Sports Day
Wednesday 1st July - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Monday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Thursday 16th July - Reception Trip – Bristol Docks
Friday 17th July - Whole School – Singing Picnic
Friday 24th July - Leavers Mass - End of Term 6
Yours sincerely - Matt Condon, Headteacher
Dear Parent/Carer,
Security Warning
Recently an incident has occurred in the St. Georges area, where an adult approached a child and attempted to persuade them to enter their car. The school has repeated the “stranger danger” warnings to the children, and if you see anything suspicious please report it to the school office and/or report the incident to the police.
PTFA Summer Festival
Last Saturday’s Summer Festival was a fantastic success. Can I please take this opportunity to thank all members of the PTFA, for the incredible amount of hard work and creativity put into this event. The plan was to organise a great family afternoon, and show the local community St. Joseph’s at its best! Can I also thank everybody else who contributed to this great day – especially children from Year 5/6 who planned, created and managed a great set of fun activities. Let’s look forward to summer 2010!
Also, attached is an order form for the PTA Summer Family Social.
School Trips
Several parents have commented on the note from Year 5/6s Mini-Festival, where it stated money raised would go into ‘school trip fund’. Can I reassure you all that any money raised is used to lower the overall cost of school trips for this group of children, and NOT subsidise payments not made for school trips.
Healthy Communities
Fishponds Old Boys FC who train at Forest Road Playing Field have been shortlisted for the Evening Post’s Building Healthy Communities competition, which gives local organisations and groups the chance to win a share of £8,000 worth of improvements. Fishponds Old Boys want to refurbish the shipping container they use as a changing room. For two weeks from Tuesday 16th June there will be a token and a voting voucher in each copy of the Evening Post, so if you can collect as many Building Healthy Communities tokens as you can and send them into school.
Year 6 Leavers
A party has been organised by the ‘parents’ of year 6 leavers at St Joseph’s Pre School Hall on Friday 24th July – 6.30-9.30pm. Tickets can be purchased from the school office. Prices are £4.00 for a family ticket and £2.00 for an individual ticket. From Monday onwards a list will be in the office where parents can put their name alongside food they will be able to provide.
Lost Property
Mr. Pitt will be displaying lost property in the playground, next Tuesday at 3.15. Any remaining property will be recycled.
SCHOOL MEALS
If your child has a school dinner and is a vegetarian, please could you let the office know so that we can ensure that they are given priority with the vegetarian meals.
Mad Science
The last Mad Science Workshop is Thursday 25th June.
School Crossing Patrol
There will be no school crossing patrol for the morning or afternoon of Tuesday 23rd June.
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 22nd June, at 9.15. The following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Emily Cunningham, Hamze Ibrahim-Mahamoud, Bradley Bembridge, Erikan Udoh, Wiktoria Swaider, Jordan Toy, Anna Galvin, Shannon Hallard, Klaudia Krassowska, Paulina Wieczorkiewicz, David Wabissa, Shaun Snaden and Hannah Chudley.
Dates for Diaries
Monday 22nd June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Wednesday 24th June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Monday 29th June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Tuesday 30th June - Sports Day
Wednesday 1st July - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Monday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Thursday 16th July - Reception Trip – Bristol Docks
Friday 17th July - Whole School – Singing Picnic
Friday 24th July - Leavers Mass - End of Term 6
Yours sincerely - Matt Condon, Headteacher
Friday, 12 June 2009
12th June 2009
Dear Parent/Carer,
SUMMER FESTIVAL – KICKS OFF TOMORROW AT 1pm
Please being your families to enjoy a great afternoon!
Summer Festival Poster
Congratulations to Issy Poole, Corada Wilson and Laura Smith for designing a poster for the Summer Festival.
National Bike Week
National Bike Week runs from 13-21st June, with loads of bikey fun to get involved with.
On Sunday 14th June, there’s a free Family Cycle Treasure Hunt along the Bristol and Bath Railway Path, with dinosaur clues dotted about and a fabulous mystery prize up for grabs. There’s a choice of routes from a couple of miles to nearly 12, with numerous starting points along the route.
Bristol’s Biggest Bike Ride sets off on Sunday 21st June from Millennium Square, with five routes to choose form, ranging from 9 to 38 miles, and the chance to ride down a traffic-free Portway and out into the beautiful countryside beyond. Also on Sunday, 21st June the Harbourside will be abuzz with excitement for Bristol’s Biggest Fun Day, a free event including an extreme mountain bike show, BMX competition, wacky bikes, bicycle ballet, live music and more.
SCHOOL MEALS
If your child has a school dinner and is a vegetarian, please could you let the office know so that we can ensure that they are given priority with the vegetarian meals
Dean Field Study Centre Trip for Year 5 & 6- February 2010
If you would like your child to participate on the 5 day residential trip please could you ensure that you return the completed slip from the letter sent out together with a £40 deposit to the school office by Friday 19th June. Places are limited and priority is given to year 6 pupils so please reply promptly.
Music Tuition Lessons
If you would like to child to receive music tuition lessons at a cost of £65 for 2 terms, please return the slip from the letter sent out last week to the school office by Friday 19th June - no payment is required until September. If your child is already receiving music tuition, please ensure that you also return the slip.
Mad Science
The last Mad Science Workshop will now be on Thursday 25th June, and not the 18th because the school is closed for an INSET Day.
School Crossing Patrol
There will be no school crossing patrol for the morning or afternoon of Tuesday 23rd June.
School Appeals
School appeal panel members required. No previous experience necessary as training will be provided. School appeal panel members form an important function in ensuring that the admissions system runs fairly and appropriately.
The time commitment will vary according to individual circumstances and can be discussed. For further details please contact the Department for Schools and Colleges, Alexander House, 160 Pennywell Road, Bristol, BS5 0TX. Telephone 0117 902 5593 or by e-mail to Jenny.fitzgerald@cliftondiocese.com
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 15th June, at 9.15. The following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Lauren Helm, Andre Chipperfield, Josh Bristow, Joel Shelvi and Ty Mitchell.
Dates for Diaries
Saturday 13th June - Summer Festival
Tuesday 16th June - Year 3/4 Mass
Tuesday 16th June - Year 6 Leavers Mass (1.30pm)
Tuesday 16th June - First Confession (10.30am)
Wednesday 17th June - New Parents Evening
Thursday 18th June - Staff Training Day (School closed)
Sunday 21st June - First Holy Communion Mass (12.00)
Monday 22nd June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Tuesday 23rd June - KS1 Mass
Wednesday 24th June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Monday 29th June - Cycle Training Year 5/6Monday 29th June - Mass for Feast Day of St. Peter and St. Paul
Tuesday 30th June - Sports Day
Wednesday 1st July - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Tuesday 7th July - Year 5/6 MassMonday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Tuesday 14th July - Mass Year 3/4
Friday 24th July - Leavers Mass - End of Term 6
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
SUMMER FESTIVAL – KICKS OFF TOMORROW AT 1pm
Please being your families to enjoy a great afternoon!
Summer Festival Poster
Congratulations to Issy Poole, Corada Wilson and Laura Smith for designing a poster for the Summer Festival.
National Bike Week
National Bike Week runs from 13-21st June, with loads of bikey fun to get involved with.
On Sunday 14th June, there’s a free Family Cycle Treasure Hunt along the Bristol and Bath Railway Path, with dinosaur clues dotted about and a fabulous mystery prize up for grabs. There’s a choice of routes from a couple of miles to nearly 12, with numerous starting points along the route.
Bristol’s Biggest Bike Ride sets off on Sunday 21st June from Millennium Square, with five routes to choose form, ranging from 9 to 38 miles, and the chance to ride down a traffic-free Portway and out into the beautiful countryside beyond. Also on Sunday, 21st June the Harbourside will be abuzz with excitement for Bristol’s Biggest Fun Day, a free event including an extreme mountain bike show, BMX competition, wacky bikes, bicycle ballet, live music and more.
SCHOOL MEALS
If your child has a school dinner and is a vegetarian, please could you let the office know so that we can ensure that they are given priority with the vegetarian meals
Dean Field Study Centre Trip for Year 5 & 6- February 2010
If you would like your child to participate on the 5 day residential trip please could you ensure that you return the completed slip from the letter sent out together with a £40 deposit to the school office by Friday 19th June. Places are limited and priority is given to year 6 pupils so please reply promptly.
Music Tuition Lessons
If you would like to child to receive music tuition lessons at a cost of £65 for 2 terms, please return the slip from the letter sent out last week to the school office by Friday 19th June - no payment is required until September. If your child is already receiving music tuition, please ensure that you also return the slip.
Mad Science
The last Mad Science Workshop will now be on Thursday 25th June, and not the 18th because the school is closed for an INSET Day.
School Crossing Patrol
There will be no school crossing patrol for the morning or afternoon of Tuesday 23rd June.
School Appeals
School appeal panel members required. No previous experience necessary as training will be provided. School appeal panel members form an important function in ensuring that the admissions system runs fairly and appropriately.
The time commitment will vary according to individual circumstances and can be discussed. For further details please contact the Department for Schools and Colleges, Alexander House, 160 Pennywell Road, Bristol, BS5 0TX. Telephone 0117 902 5593 or by e-mail to Jenny.fitzgerald@cliftondiocese.com
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 15th June, at 9.15. The following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Lauren Helm, Andre Chipperfield, Josh Bristow, Joel Shelvi and Ty Mitchell.
Dates for Diaries
Saturday 13th June - Summer Festival
Tuesday 16th June - Year 3/4 Mass
Tuesday 16th June - Year 6 Leavers Mass (1.30pm)
Tuesday 16th June - First Confession (10.30am)
Wednesday 17th June - New Parents Evening
Thursday 18th June - Staff Training Day (School closed)
Sunday 21st June - First Holy Communion Mass (12.00)
Monday 22nd June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Tuesday 23rd June - KS1 Mass
Wednesday 24th June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Monday 29th June - Cycle Training Year 5/6Monday 29th June - Mass for Feast Day of St. Peter and St. Paul
Tuesday 30th June - Sports Day
Wednesday 1st July - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Tuesday 7th July - Year 5/6 MassMonday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Tuesday 14th July - Mass Year 3/4
Friday 24th July - Leavers Mass - End of Term 6
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Tuesday, 9 June 2009
9th June, 2008.
Dear Parent/Carer,
Penitential Service
Due to sickness, Fr. Eric Foxwell will not be able to celebrate the Penitential Service this coming Thursday with children who are making their First Confession. It has been re-arranged for Tuesday 16th June at 10.30am. Please keep Father Eric in your prayers.
Non-Uniform
St Mark and St Luke were the winners with the most team post last term. They can wear non-uniform this coming Friday, 12th June.
Mad Science
The last session (following this week’s) of Mad Science will be on Thursday 25th June, instead of Thursday 18th June as it is an Inservice Day.
Summer Festival
HELPERS ARE STILL NEEDED. PLEASE CONTACT THE PTFA OR SCHOOL OFFICE IF YOU CAN OFFER HELP! (even if it’s just for 1 hour!)
THE FESTIVAL STARTS AT 1pm THIS SATURDAY AFTERNOON.
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Dear Parent/Carer,
Penitential Service
Due to sickness, Fr. Eric Foxwell will not be able to celebrate the Penitential Service this coming Thursday with children who are making their First Confession. It has been re-arranged for Tuesday 16th June at 10.30am. Please keep Father Eric in your prayers.
Non-Uniform
St Mark and St Luke were the winners with the most team post last term. They can wear non-uniform this coming Friday, 12th June.
Mad Science
The last session (following this week’s) of Mad Science will be on Thursday 25th June, instead of Thursday 18th June as it is an Inservice Day.
Summer Festival
HELPERS ARE STILL NEEDED. PLEASE CONTACT THE PTFA OR SCHOOL OFFICE IF YOU CAN OFFER HELP! (even if it’s just for 1 hour!)
THE FESTIVAL STARTS AT 1pm THIS SATURDAY AFTERNOON.
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Friday, 5 June 2009
21st May, 2009.
Dear Parent/Carer,
ST. JOSEPH'S SUMMER FESTIVAL
WE NEED YOUR HELP AND SUPPORT – If you can spare an hour to help on the Summer Festival, it would be much appreciated. Please contact a member of the PTFA, or the school office, if you are able to help.
The Festival is on Saturday 13th June, 1-4pm. There will be stalls, exhibitions, games, rides, bouncy castle, penalty shoot out, stocks, face painting, a bbq and refreshments. The fire service will be bringing a fire engine. Come and have a go at fencing (which you can book on the day) or just watch some displays from the children. £1 entry for adults including free entry to the raffle, children under 12 FREE. Come along and bring the whole family.
Dean Field Study Centre Trip for Year 5 & 6- February 2010
If you would like your child to participate on the 5 day residential trip please could you ensure that you return the completed slip from the letter sent out this together with a £40 deposit to the school office by Friday 12th June. Places are limited and priority is given to year 6 pupils so please reply promptly.
Music Tuition Lessons
If you would like your child to receive music tuition lessons at a cost of £65 for 2 terms, please return the slip from the letter sent out this week to the school office by Friday 12th June - no payment is required until September
Class Assembly
It is Mrs Rollings Class Assembly on Friday 12th June, at 9.15am. All parent/carers
are welcome.
Mad Science
Due to the recent missed session two extra sessions are planned. The last Mad Science Workshop will now be on Thursday 18th June.
School Crossing Patrol
There will be no school crossing patrol for the morning or afternoon of Tuesday 23rd June.
Security - School Entrances
Could all parent/carers, children use the main entrance only when entering the school. THIS RULE IS ESTABLISHED TO KEEP YOU CHILDREN SAFE IN SCHOOL.
Free Breakfast for Cyclists
Thank you very much to Anstees Bakery and Tesco’s for providing rolls and croissants. It was a great success.
School Appeals
School appeal panel members required. No previous experience necessary as training will be provided. School appeal panel members form an important function in ensuring that the admissions system runs fairly and appropriately.
The time commitment will vary according to individual circumstances and can be discussed. For further details please contact the Department for Schools and Colleges, Alexander House, 160 Pennywell Road, Bristol, BS5 0TX. Telephone 0117 902 5593 or by e-mail to Jenny.fitzgerald@cliftondiocese.com
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 8th June, at 9.15. The following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Luke Staddon, Ida Johansson, Bradley Bembridge, Josmi Saji, Mille, Wiercioch-Giles,
Laura Apperley, Nazish Rehan, Cole Edwards, Iwan Calloway, Alyiah Latif and Estella Maloney-Danvers.
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 9th June - Year 5/6 Mass
Wednesday 10th June - Year 6 Bristol Cathedral (Moving on Day)
Thursday 11th June, 9.15am - Corpus Christi Mass in School Hall
Thursday 11th June, 1.30pm - Sacrament of Reconciliation
Thursday 11th June, 3.30pm - Let’s Get Cooking Community Event
Friday 12th June - Reception Class Assembly
Tuesday 16th June - Year 3/4 Mass
Tuesday 16th June - Year 6 Leavers Mass (1.30pm)
Wednesday 17th June - New Parents Evening
Thursday 18th June - Staff Training Day (School closed)
Monday 22nd June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Tuesday 23rd June - KS1 Mass
Wednesday 24th June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Monday 29th June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Monday 29th June - Mass for Feast Day of St. Peter and St. Paul
Tuesday 30th June - Sports Day
Wednesday 1st July - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Tuesday 7th July - Year 5/6 Mass
Monday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Tuesday 14th July - Mass Year 3/4
Friday 24th July - Leavers Mass - End of Term 6
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Dear Parent/Carer,
ST. JOSEPH'S SUMMER FESTIVAL
WE NEED YOUR HELP AND SUPPORT – If you can spare an hour to help on the Summer Festival, it would be much appreciated. Please contact a member of the PTFA, or the school office, if you are able to help.
The Festival is on Saturday 13th June, 1-4pm. There will be stalls, exhibitions, games, rides, bouncy castle, penalty shoot out, stocks, face painting, a bbq and refreshments. The fire service will be bringing a fire engine. Come and have a go at fencing (which you can book on the day) or just watch some displays from the children. £1 entry for adults including free entry to the raffle, children under 12 FREE. Come along and bring the whole family.
Dean Field Study Centre Trip for Year 5 & 6- February 2010
If you would like your child to participate on the 5 day residential trip please could you ensure that you return the completed slip from the letter sent out this together with a £40 deposit to the school office by Friday 12th June. Places are limited and priority is given to year 6 pupils so please reply promptly.
Music Tuition Lessons
If you would like your child to receive music tuition lessons at a cost of £65 for 2 terms, please return the slip from the letter sent out this week to the school office by Friday 12th June - no payment is required until September
Class Assembly
It is Mrs Rollings Class Assembly on Friday 12th June, at 9.15am. All parent/carers
are welcome.
Mad Science
Due to the recent missed session two extra sessions are planned. The last Mad Science Workshop will now be on Thursday 18th June.
School Crossing Patrol
There will be no school crossing patrol for the morning or afternoon of Tuesday 23rd June.
Security - School Entrances
Could all parent/carers, children use the main entrance only when entering the school. THIS RULE IS ESTABLISHED TO KEEP YOU CHILDREN SAFE IN SCHOOL.
Free Breakfast for Cyclists
Thank you very much to Anstees Bakery and Tesco’s for providing rolls and croissants. It was a great success.
School Appeals
School appeal panel members required. No previous experience necessary as training will be provided. School appeal panel members form an important function in ensuring that the admissions system runs fairly and appropriately.
The time commitment will vary according to individual circumstances and can be discussed. For further details please contact the Department for Schools and Colleges, Alexander House, 160 Pennywell Road, Bristol, BS5 0TX. Telephone 0117 902 5593 or by e-mail to Jenny.fitzgerald@cliftondiocese.com
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday 8th June, at 9.15. The following children will receive their headteachers award:-
Luke Staddon, Ida Johansson, Bradley Bembridge, Josmi Saji, Mille, Wiercioch-Giles,
Laura Apperley, Nazish Rehan, Cole Edwards, Iwan Calloway, Alyiah Latif and Estella Maloney-Danvers.
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 9th June - Year 5/6 Mass
Wednesday 10th June - Year 6 Bristol Cathedral (Moving on Day)
Thursday 11th June, 9.15am - Corpus Christi Mass in School Hall
Thursday 11th June, 1.30pm - Sacrament of Reconciliation
Thursday 11th June, 3.30pm - Let’s Get Cooking Community Event
Friday 12th June - Reception Class Assembly
Tuesday 16th June - Year 3/4 Mass
Tuesday 16th June - Year 6 Leavers Mass (1.30pm)
Wednesday 17th June - New Parents Evening
Thursday 18th June - Staff Training Day (School closed)
Monday 22nd June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Tuesday 23rd June - KS1 Mass
Wednesday 24th June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Monday 29th June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Monday 29th June - Mass for Feast Day of St. Peter and St. Paul
Tuesday 30th June - Sports Day
Wednesday 1st July - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Tuesday 7th July - Year 5/6 Mass
Monday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Tuesday 14th July - Mass Year 3/4
Friday 24th July - Leavers Mass - End of Term 6
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Thursday, 21 May 2009
21st May, 2009.
Dear Parent/Carer,
PTFA Summer Festival
WE NEED YOUR HELP AND SUPPORT – If you can spare an hour to help on the Summer Festival it would be much appreciated. Please contact a member of the PTFA or the school office, if you area able to help.
Also we still have some availability for stall holders for our Summer Fiesta on Saturday 13th June – 1.00-4.00pm. We particularly need art/craft, food etc. The charge is £10.00 per table, plus a donation for the Summer raffle.
We will also be selling programmes on the day with a full itinerary and free entry to the raffle. We hope to sell 8 small adverts on the back of the programme and feel that any parents or carers who run their own businesses and would like to take advertising space should have a chance to do so before we approach local businesses. If you are interested, please contact Andrea via the PTFA pigeonhole, or at info@andrea-butcher.co.uk for further information and rates.
We all hope you all have a good holiday.
Best wishes
Matt Condon
Headteacher
Dates for Diaries
Friday 22nd May - End of Term 5 and Cycle Breakfast
Monday 1st June - Start of Term 6
Tuesday 2nd June - KS1 Mass
Tuesday 2nd June - Cycle Training Year 3/4
Wednesday 3rd June - Cycle Training Year 3/4
Tuesday 9th June - Year 5/6 Mass
Wednesday 10th June - Year 6 Bristol Cathedral (Moving on Day)
Tuesday 16th June - Year 3/4 Mass
Tuesday 16th June - Year 6 Leavers Mass (1.30pm)
Thursday 18th June - Staff Training Day (School closed)
Monday 22nd June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Tuesday 23rd June - KS1 Mass
Wednesday 24th June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Monday 29th June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Monday 29th June - Mass for Feast Day of St. Peter and St. Paul
Tuesday 30th June - Sports Day
Wednesday 1st July - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Tuesday 7th July - Year 5/6 Mass
Monday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Tuesday 14th July - Mass Year 3/4
Friday 24th July - Leavers Mass - End of Term 6
Dear Parent/Carer,
PTFA Summer Festival
WE NEED YOUR HELP AND SUPPORT – If you can spare an hour to help on the Summer Festival it would be much appreciated. Please contact a member of the PTFA or the school office, if you area able to help.
Also we still have some availability for stall holders for our Summer Fiesta on Saturday 13th June – 1.00-4.00pm. We particularly need art/craft, food etc. The charge is £10.00 per table, plus a donation for the Summer raffle.
We will also be selling programmes on the day with a full itinerary and free entry to the raffle. We hope to sell 8 small adverts on the back of the programme and feel that any parents or carers who run their own businesses and would like to take advertising space should have a chance to do so before we approach local businesses. If you are interested, please contact Andrea via the PTFA pigeonhole, or at info@andrea-butcher.co.uk for further information and rates.
We all hope you all have a good holiday.
Best wishes
Matt Condon
Headteacher
Dates for Diaries
Friday 22nd May - End of Term 5 and Cycle Breakfast
Monday 1st June - Start of Term 6
Tuesday 2nd June - KS1 Mass
Tuesday 2nd June - Cycle Training Year 3/4
Wednesday 3rd June - Cycle Training Year 3/4
Tuesday 9th June - Year 5/6 Mass
Wednesday 10th June - Year 6 Bristol Cathedral (Moving on Day)
Tuesday 16th June - Year 3/4 Mass
Tuesday 16th June - Year 6 Leavers Mass (1.30pm)
Thursday 18th June - Staff Training Day (School closed)
Monday 22nd June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Tuesday 23rd June - KS1 Mass
Wednesday 24th June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Monday 29th June - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Monday 29th June - Mass for Feast Day of St. Peter and St. Paul
Tuesday 30th June - Sports Day
Wednesday 1st July - Cycle Training Year 5/6
Tuesday 7th July - Year 5/6 Mass
Monday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Tuesday 14th July - Mass Year 3/4
Friday 24th July - Leavers Mass - End of Term 6
Thursday, 14 May 2009
14th May, 2009.
Dear Parent/Carer,
Class 3/4B Invite to Parents
Parent/carer/grandparents are invited into Mrs Bell’s Year 3 Literacy Group on Tuesday, 19th May at 11.30-12.30 to share and enjoy their children’s work on penguins.
After School Clubs
There are still places available on the following after school clubs:-
The next session of Cheerleading starts on the Monday 15th June - 19th July for years 3,4,5 & 6. If you would like your child to participate please complete a consent form (available from the office) and return to the school office together with a payment for £21 by Wednesday 20th May.
The next session of Multi-sports starts on the 9th June - 21st July for years 1,2 & 3. If you would like your child to participate please complete a consent form (available from the office) and return to the school office together with a payment for £17.50 by Wednesday 20th May.
Alpha course
St Joseph’s Church in partnership with Woodlands Christian Centre will be running an Alpha course this coming June and July.
The Alpha course has been running for almost 20 years in the UK. The course is an ideal opportunity for anyone to explore the Christian faith. People from a wide variety of backgrounds have said that they have benefitted from the course, ranging from those with no church background to those who have been regular church attendees.
There will be six sessions. The course will take place run in the Parish Hall next to St Joseph’s Church on Forest Road from 8.00 to 9.30 pm on alternate Thursday evenings on 21st May, 4th June, 18th June, 2nd July, 16th July and 30th July.
The format of the evening will be coffee and cakes, followed by a short 20 minute talk on a particular topic followed by discussion in smaller groups. We will finish by 9.30pm.
No question is too simple or too hostile. There won’t be any “experts” and we promise not to have all the answers!
If you would be interested in coming along it would be helpful if you could contact either Gary or Alison Underhill (9650475 theunderhills@talktalk.net) or Cathy Williamson (tel: 9401782) beforehand.
Adult Cycle Training
Just a reminder that if you are still interested in the adult cycle training, please return your forms to school by Friday 22nd May.
PTFA Book Fair
The PTFA Book Fair starts on Monday, 18th May
PTFA Summer Fiesta
We still have some availability for stall holders for our Summer Fiesta on Saturday 13th June – 1.00-4.00pm. We particularly need art/craft, food etc. The charge is £10.00 per table, plus a donation for the Summer raffle. If you are interested, please leave a message at the office for the PTFA.
We will also be selling programmes on the day with a full itinerary and free entry to the raffle. We hope to sell 8 small adverts on the back of the programme and feel that any parents or carers who run their own businesses and would like to take advertising space should have a chance to do so before we approach local businesses. If you are interested, please contact Andrea via the PTFA pigeonhole, or at info@andrea-butcher.co.uk for further information and rates.
Celebration of Achievements
There will be a celebration assembly next Monday, 18th May at 9.15am. The following children will receive awards:-
Seetal Kaur, Liam Kelly, Ann James, Eddie Brain, Kai Drysdale, Natalia Warmuz and Izza Chaudhry.
Dates for Diaries
Monday 18th May - Book Fair Week
Tuesday 19th May, 9.15am - Y5/6 Mass in Church
Thursday 22nd May - Y2 Avon Valley Country Park
Friday 23rd May - End of Term 5 and Cycle Breakfast
Monday 1st June - Start of Term 6
Wednesday 10th June - Year 6 Bristol Cathedral (Fun Day)
Tuesday 16th June - Year 6 Leavers Mass (1.30pm)
Thursday 18th June - Staff Training Day (School closed)
Monday 29th June - Mass for Feast Day of St. Peter and St. Paul
Monday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Friday 24th July - End of Term 6
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Dear Parent/Carer,
Class 3/4B Invite to Parents
Parent/carer/grandparents are invited into Mrs Bell’s Year 3 Literacy Group on Tuesday, 19th May at 11.30-12.30 to share and enjoy their children’s work on penguins.
After School Clubs
There are still places available on the following after school clubs:-
The next session of Cheerleading starts on the Monday 15th June - 19th July for years 3,4,5 & 6. If you would like your child to participate please complete a consent form (available from the office) and return to the school office together with a payment for £21 by Wednesday 20th May.
The next session of Multi-sports starts on the 9th June - 21st July for years 1,2 & 3. If you would like your child to participate please complete a consent form (available from the office) and return to the school office together with a payment for £17.50 by Wednesday 20th May.
Alpha course
St Joseph’s Church in partnership with Woodlands Christian Centre will be running an Alpha course this coming June and July.
The Alpha course has been running for almost 20 years in the UK. The course is an ideal opportunity for anyone to explore the Christian faith. People from a wide variety of backgrounds have said that they have benefitted from the course, ranging from those with no church background to those who have been regular church attendees.
There will be six sessions. The course will take place run in the Parish Hall next to St Joseph’s Church on Forest Road from 8.00 to 9.30 pm on alternate Thursday evenings on 21st May, 4th June, 18th June, 2nd July, 16th July and 30th July.
The format of the evening will be coffee and cakes, followed by a short 20 minute talk on a particular topic followed by discussion in smaller groups. We will finish by 9.30pm.
No question is too simple or too hostile. There won’t be any “experts” and we promise not to have all the answers!
If you would be interested in coming along it would be helpful if you could contact either Gary or Alison Underhill (9650475 theunderhills@talktalk.net) or Cathy Williamson (tel: 9401782) beforehand.
Adult Cycle Training
Just a reminder that if you are still interested in the adult cycle training, please return your forms to school by Friday 22nd May.
PTFA Book Fair
The PTFA Book Fair starts on Monday, 18th May
PTFA Summer Fiesta
We still have some availability for stall holders for our Summer Fiesta on Saturday 13th June – 1.00-4.00pm. We particularly need art/craft, food etc. The charge is £10.00 per table, plus a donation for the Summer raffle. If you are interested, please leave a message at the office for the PTFA.
We will also be selling programmes on the day with a full itinerary and free entry to the raffle. We hope to sell 8 small adverts on the back of the programme and feel that any parents or carers who run their own businesses and would like to take advertising space should have a chance to do so before we approach local businesses. If you are interested, please contact Andrea via the PTFA pigeonhole, or at info@andrea-butcher.co.uk for further information and rates.
Celebration of Achievements
There will be a celebration assembly next Monday, 18th May at 9.15am. The following children will receive awards:-
Seetal Kaur, Liam Kelly, Ann James, Eddie Brain, Kai Drysdale, Natalia Warmuz and Izza Chaudhry.
Dates for Diaries
Monday 18th May - Book Fair Week
Tuesday 19th May, 9.15am - Y5/6 Mass in Church
Thursday 22nd May - Y2 Avon Valley Country Park
Friday 23rd May - End of Term 5 and Cycle Breakfast
Monday 1st June - Start of Term 6
Wednesday 10th June - Year 6 Bristol Cathedral (Fun Day)
Tuesday 16th June - Year 6 Leavers Mass (1.30pm)
Thursday 18th June - Staff Training Day (School closed)
Monday 29th June - Mass for Feast Day of St. Peter and St. Paul
Monday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Friday 24th July - End of Term 6
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Thursday, 30 April 2009
30th April, 2009.
Dear Parent/Carer,
School Uniform – A reminder!
There is in place a school uniform comprising of a white polo shirt, navy blue sweatshirt, fleece, grey/black trousers, grey/black skirt/trousers, (shorts in warmer weather) or blue/white gingham dress.
Polo shirts and sweatshirts, are available through the school, and can be ordered or brought if in stock every Wednesday morning.
Children must wear clothing and footwear (black shoes or black trainers) appropriate to the school environment and activity whilst avoiding extremes of fashion.
School staff and governors retain the right to request children not to attend school in clothing or footwear deemed to be unsuitable, inappropriate or likely to compromise health and safety.
Please note all clothing and other property – bags etc. – must be clearly labelled in order to minimise the risk of loss.
REMINDERS WILL NOW BE SENT TO INDIVIDUAL PARENTS IF CHILDREN DO NOT WEAR APPROPRIATE UNIFORM.
Personal Property
Children should not wear jewellery to school. The school will not be responsible for any loss or damage to property or person resulting from the bringing of jewellery into school. Please note, children with pierced ears whose parents wish them to wear earrings must, for safety sake, wear studs rather then other types of earrings.
PTFA Summer Fiesta
We still have some availability for stall holders for our Summer Fiesta on Saturday 13th June – 1.00-4.00pm. We particularly need art/craft, food etc. The charge is £10.00 per table, plus a donation for the Summer raffle. If you are interested, please leave a message at the office for the PTFA.
We will also be selling programmes on the day with a full itinerary and free entry to the raffle. We hope to sell 8 small adverts on the back of the programme and feel that any parents or carers who run their own businesses and would like to take advertising space should have a chance to do so before we approach local businesses. If you are interested, please contact Andrea via the PTFA pigeonhole, or at info@andrea-butcher.co.uk for further information and rates.
PTFA Meeting
The next PTFA meeting will take place on Wednesday 6th May in the Vandyke Forum on Fishponds Road at 8pm. Please come along and contribute any ideas you may have.
E-Safety Meeting
Parent and carers are invited to an Internet Safety Evening at Bristol Metropolitan College on Wednesday 6th May from 6.00-8.00pm. The evening will last approximately 90 minutes and will based around -
The types of technologies children are currently using to access the Internet, including mobile phones, computers and gaming consoles.
The type of information children put on the internet.
Cyber bullying
Emerging issues
Strategies for engaging with your children and better understanding their Internet experience.
A look at good material.
An opportunity to ask questions.
‘Wear your Wellies Day’
£219.95 was raised for the ‘Wear your Wellies to School Day’ for the Children’s Hospice South West. A big thank you to all who contributed.
School Meals
There is a slight change to next week’s menu because some technical problems in the kitchen. So next Tuesday, instead of Lamb Lasagne or Bean Hot Pot, it will be Chicken Fillet in a Bun and Margharita Pizza, and ice cream for pudding. Wednesday’s menu is the same except for the Apple Crumble which will be replaced by Fruit Yoghurt with Mini Shortbread, Seasonal fresh Fruit.
Thursday and Friday’s menu is the same.
Avon Valley Country Park
I am pleased to say that we have received 95% of the money for Avon Valley, so the children will now be going. A big thank you all for your contributions.
Get Inspired
This is a 5 week programme at the Unicorns, The Colston Hall for 7-11 year olds, which consists of singing, song-writing, percussion, drumming and lots of fun! It starts on Saturday 2nd May (there are still places available) at 12.30-2.30pm and costs £3.00 per week. If your child receives free school meals there are subsidized places. To book please contact Rachael Coulson on 0117 922 2898/07908211174.
Celebration of Achievements
There will be a celebration assembly next Wednesday, 6th May at 9.15am. The following children will receive awards:-
Joel Vadhyanath, Will Scammell, Izza Chaudhry, Leon Avery, Jack Underhill, Yasmin Wakeling, Ellie Connolly, Olamide Adetayo, Sarah Moylan and Max Poole.
Children can always bring other awards to be presented in these assemblies.
Dates for Diaries
Friday 1st May - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Tuesday 5th May, 9.15am - Reception/Key Stage 1 Mass in Church
Wednesday 6th May, 9.15am - Celebration Assembly
Monday 11th May - Year 6 SATS
Tuesday 12th May, 9.15am - Reception/Key Stage 1 Mass in Church
Monday 18th May - Book Fair Week
Tuesday 19th May, 9.15am - Y3/4 Mass in Church
Friday 23rd May - End of Term 5
Monday 1st June - Start of Term 6
Wednesday 10th June - Year 6 Bristol Cathedral (Fun Day)
Tuesday 16th June - Year 6 Leavers Mass (1.30pm)
Thursday 18th June - Staff Training Day (School closed) Monday 29th June - Mass for Feast Day of St. Peter and St. PaulMonday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Friday 24th July - End of Term 6
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Dear Parent/Carer,
School Uniform – A reminder!
There is in place a school uniform comprising of a white polo shirt, navy blue sweatshirt, fleece, grey/black trousers, grey/black skirt/trousers, (shorts in warmer weather) or blue/white gingham dress.
Polo shirts and sweatshirts, are available through the school, and can be ordered or brought if in stock every Wednesday morning.
Children must wear clothing and footwear (black shoes or black trainers) appropriate to the school environment and activity whilst avoiding extremes of fashion.
School staff and governors retain the right to request children not to attend school in clothing or footwear deemed to be unsuitable, inappropriate or likely to compromise health and safety.
Please note all clothing and other property – bags etc. – must be clearly labelled in order to minimise the risk of loss.
REMINDERS WILL NOW BE SENT TO INDIVIDUAL PARENTS IF CHILDREN DO NOT WEAR APPROPRIATE UNIFORM.
Personal Property
Children should not wear jewellery to school. The school will not be responsible for any loss or damage to property or person resulting from the bringing of jewellery into school. Please note, children with pierced ears whose parents wish them to wear earrings must, for safety sake, wear studs rather then other types of earrings.
PTFA Summer Fiesta
We still have some availability for stall holders for our Summer Fiesta on Saturday 13th June – 1.00-4.00pm. We particularly need art/craft, food etc. The charge is £10.00 per table, plus a donation for the Summer raffle. If you are interested, please leave a message at the office for the PTFA.
We will also be selling programmes on the day with a full itinerary and free entry to the raffle. We hope to sell 8 small adverts on the back of the programme and feel that any parents or carers who run their own businesses and would like to take advertising space should have a chance to do so before we approach local businesses. If you are interested, please contact Andrea via the PTFA pigeonhole, or at info@andrea-butcher.co.uk for further information and rates.
PTFA Meeting
The next PTFA meeting will take place on Wednesday 6th May in the Vandyke Forum on Fishponds Road at 8pm. Please come along and contribute any ideas you may have.
E-Safety Meeting
Parent and carers are invited to an Internet Safety Evening at Bristol Metropolitan College on Wednesday 6th May from 6.00-8.00pm. The evening will last approximately 90 minutes and will based around -
The types of technologies children are currently using to access the Internet, including mobile phones, computers and gaming consoles.
The type of information children put on the internet.
Cyber bullying
Emerging issues
Strategies for engaging with your children and better understanding their Internet experience.
A look at good material.
An opportunity to ask questions.
‘Wear your Wellies Day’
£219.95 was raised for the ‘Wear your Wellies to School Day’ for the Children’s Hospice South West. A big thank you to all who contributed.
School Meals
There is a slight change to next week’s menu because some technical problems in the kitchen. So next Tuesday, instead of Lamb Lasagne or Bean Hot Pot, it will be Chicken Fillet in a Bun and Margharita Pizza, and ice cream for pudding. Wednesday’s menu is the same except for the Apple Crumble which will be replaced by Fruit Yoghurt with Mini Shortbread, Seasonal fresh Fruit.
Thursday and Friday’s menu is the same.
Avon Valley Country Park
I am pleased to say that we have received 95% of the money for Avon Valley, so the children will now be going. A big thank you all for your contributions.
Get Inspired
This is a 5 week programme at the Unicorns, The Colston Hall for 7-11 year olds, which consists of singing, song-writing, percussion, drumming and lots of fun! It starts on Saturday 2nd May (there are still places available) at 12.30-2.30pm and costs £3.00 per week. If your child receives free school meals there are subsidized places. To book please contact Rachael Coulson on 0117 922 2898/07908211174.
Celebration of Achievements
There will be a celebration assembly next Wednesday, 6th May at 9.15am. The following children will receive awards:-
Joel Vadhyanath, Will Scammell, Izza Chaudhry, Leon Avery, Jack Underhill, Yasmin Wakeling, Ellie Connolly, Olamide Adetayo, Sarah Moylan and Max Poole.
Children can always bring other awards to be presented in these assemblies.
Dates for Diaries
Friday 1st May - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Tuesday 5th May, 9.15am - Reception/Key Stage 1 Mass in Church
Wednesday 6th May, 9.15am - Celebration Assembly
Monday 11th May - Year 6 SATS
Tuesday 12th May, 9.15am - Reception/Key Stage 1 Mass in Church
Monday 18th May - Book Fair Week
Tuesday 19th May, 9.15am - Y3/4 Mass in Church
Friday 23rd May - End of Term 5
Monday 1st June - Start of Term 6
Wednesday 10th June - Year 6 Bristol Cathedral (Fun Day)
Tuesday 16th June - Year 6 Leavers Mass (1.30pm)
Thursday 18th June - Staff Training Day (School closed) Monday 29th June - Mass for Feast Day of St. Peter and St. PaulMonday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Friday 24th July - End of Term 6
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Thursday, 23 April 2009
24th April, 2009.
Dear Parent/Carer,
‘Wear your Wellies Day’
Tomorrow is ,‘Wear your Wellies to School’ day. For £1.00 you can wear your wellies and your own clothes and help raise funds for Children’s Hospice South West. To find out more about Children’s Hospice South West, please visit our website at http://www.chsw.org.uk/.
St Joseph's School Summer Festival
On June 13th, the school and the PFTA are organising a SUMMER FESTIVAL. There will be loads of things to do, with stalls, games, entertainment, food and displays from some of the children. It promises to be a fantastic day.
We will also be selling programmes on the day with a full itinerary and free entry to the raffle. We hope to sell 8 small adverts on the back of the programme and feel that any parents or carers who run their own businesses and would like to take advertising space should have a chance to d o so before we approach local businesses. If you are interested, please contact Andrea via the PTFA pigeonhole, or at
info@andrea-butcher.co.uk for further information and rates.
Nice Semi Marathon
Mr Terry (who is a volunteer from HSBC bank, who works with Key Stage 2), completed his 13 miles in under two hours, (1hr 57minutes to be precise).
The money raised from sponsorship will go to ‘For-Ethopia Charity’, and HSBC have said they will match what ever money we raise.
‘Bike It’
Congratulaltions to our newly appointed ‘Bike It Crew’. Owen Riddler, Joseph Calloway, Will Scammell, Lewis Hodder, George Hodder, Kelsey Ford, Agnel Aliyath, Lauren Helm, Samantha Masemo and Jack Underhill.
Dates for Diaries
Monday 20th April - Start of Term 5
Friday 1st May - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Tuesday 5th May, 9.15am - Reception/Key Stage 1 Mass in Church
Monday 11th May - Year 6 SATS
Tuesday 12th May, 9.15am - Reception/Key Stage 1 Mass in Church
Monday 18th May - Book Fair Week
Tuesday 19th May, 9.15am - Y3/4 Mass in Church
Friday 23rd May - End of Term 5
Monday 1st June - Start of Term 6
Wednesday 10th June - Year 6 Bristol Cathedral (Fun Day)
Tuesday 16th June - Year 6 Leavers Mass
Thursday 18th June - Staff Training Day (School closed)
Monday 29th June - Mass for Feast Day of St. Peter and St. Paul
Monday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Friday 24th July - End of Term 6
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Dear Parent/Carer,
‘Wear your Wellies Day’
Tomorrow is ,‘Wear your Wellies to School’ day. For £1.00 you can wear your wellies and your own clothes and help raise funds for Children’s Hospice South West. To find out more about Children’s Hospice South West, please visit our website at http://www.chsw.org.uk/.
St Joseph's School Summer Festival
On June 13th, the school and the PFTA are organising a SUMMER FESTIVAL. There will be loads of things to do, with stalls, games, entertainment, food and displays from some of the children. It promises to be a fantastic day.
We will also be selling programmes on the day with a full itinerary and free entry to the raffle. We hope to sell 8 small adverts on the back of the programme and feel that any parents or carers who run their own businesses and would like to take advertising space should have a chance to d o so before we approach local businesses. If you are interested, please contact Andrea via the PTFA pigeonhole, or at
info@andrea-butcher.co.uk for further information and rates.
Nice Semi Marathon
Mr Terry (who is a volunteer from HSBC bank, who works with Key Stage 2), completed his 13 miles in under two hours, (1hr 57minutes to be precise).
The money raised from sponsorship will go to ‘For-Ethopia Charity’, and HSBC have said they will match what ever money we raise.
‘Bike It’
Congratulaltions to our newly appointed ‘Bike It Crew’. Owen Riddler, Joseph Calloway, Will Scammell, Lewis Hodder, George Hodder, Kelsey Ford, Agnel Aliyath, Lauren Helm, Samantha Masemo and Jack Underhill.
Dates for Diaries
Monday 20th April - Start of Term 5
Friday 1st May - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Tuesday 5th May, 9.15am - Reception/Key Stage 1 Mass in Church
Monday 11th May - Year 6 SATS
Tuesday 12th May, 9.15am - Reception/Key Stage 1 Mass in Church
Monday 18th May - Book Fair Week
Tuesday 19th May, 9.15am - Y3/4 Mass in Church
Friday 23rd May - End of Term 5
Monday 1st June - Start of Term 6
Wednesday 10th June - Year 6 Bristol Cathedral (Fun Day)
Tuesday 16th June - Year 6 Leavers Mass
Thursday 18th June - Staff Training Day (School closed)
Monday 29th June - Mass for Feast Day of St. Peter and St. Paul
Monday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Friday 24th July - End of Term 6
Yours sincerely,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher.
Thursday, 2 April 2009
2nd April, 2009.
Dear Parent/Carer,
Lenten Service
This will take place in the school hall tomorrow at 2.30pm. As always, you are all welcome.
Mr. Sherwin's Class Assembly will take place tomorrow at 9.10am in the school hall.
Services for Holy Week and Easter
St. Joseph's Parish will be celebrating Easter in Mass at the following times –
Sat 4th/Sun 5th - Mass at 6.00 p.m. (Sat) 10.00 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. (Sun). Blessing of Palms at all Masses.
Thurs 9th April - Maundy Thursday. Mass of the Last Supper at 7.30 p.m.
Fri 10th April - Good Friday. Stations of the Cross at 10.30 a.m. Service of the Passion and Death of Christ at 3.00 p.m.
Saturday 11th April - Holy Saturday. Easter Vigil and First Mass of Easter at 8.00 p.m.
Sunday 12th April - Mass at 10.00 a.m. with the Folk Group and Simple Mass at 6.00pm
Can I encourage all of you to join the Parish at this special time.
School Attendance
Here is the percentage attendance for last week –
Reception
95.3%
Year 1
87%
Year 2F
94.3%
Year 2S
95.2%
Year 3/4M
90.7%
Year 3/4T
92.8%
Year 3/4B
93.7%
Year 5/6C
95%
Year 5/6P
95.4%
Year 5/6J
94.3%
Apologies and congratulations to Mrs. Rollings class who achieved almost 100% attendance the week before last, (I forgot to put it in the newsletter).
Well done to Reception, Y2S, Y56C and Y56P who achieved 95% or more attendance last week!
EASTER Egg Decorating Competition
50p to enter. Any theme you like! There will 7 winners, 1 for each year group, so get your creative hats on and make sure you have your decorated eggs in school in time for judging, next Friday, 3rd April.
Free Swimming Scheme
From Wednesday 1st April, ‘Free Swimming’ for 16 years and under, as well as 60 and over. You will need to get an ‘Active Card’ from the Leisure Centre, who will explain that you will only be allowed to swim once a day.
Choir
There will be no choir on Wednesday 22nd April, (which is the first week back) because of an extra staff meeting. It will be back to normal the following week 29th April, 3.30-4.30pm.
Wear your Wellies Day
On Friday 24th April, is ‘Wear your Wellies to School’ for £1.00 and help raise funds for Children’s Hospice South West. To find out more about Children’s Hospice South West, please visit our website at www.chsw.org.uk
Nice Semi Marathon
Mr Terry is taking part in a Sponsored Marathon, he will be running 13 miles in Nice (South France) Sunday 19th April, 2009.
Mr Terry is a volunteer from HSBC working with the children in money and group work.
The money raised by you will go to ‘For-Ethiopia Charity,’ and HSBC will match money raised. The deadline for returning the sponsorship form and money is the Thursday after the Easter holidays.
For more information visit: www.nicesemimarathon.com
St. Joseph’s School Blog
Recent updates include a message and photos from Mrs. Joseph who is on a learning visit to France, writing and video From Y2 about the fire of London, Year 1 writing using alliteration, writing and photos from last weeks visit from Avon Fire and Rescue, some great advert writing and multimedia by Y56, news of an ex-pupils adventures on national television and pictures of a strange masked man wielding a sword!
Please log-on and see what we are doing in school.
Have a great Easter break.
Best wishes
Matt Condon
Headteacher
Dates for Diaries
Friday 3rd April – 9.15am - Y2S Class Assembly
Friday 3rd April – 2.30pm - Holy Week Service (in school hall)
Friday 3rd April – End of Term 4
Monday 20th April – Start of Term 5
Friday 1st May - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Monday 29th June - Mass for Feast Day of St. Peter and St. Paul
Monday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Friday 24th July – End of school year
Thursday 3rd September - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Friday 4th September - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Monday 7th September 2009 – Start of term 1
Dear Parent/Carer,
Lenten Service
This will take place in the school hall tomorrow at 2.30pm. As always, you are all welcome.
Mr. Sherwin's Class Assembly will take place tomorrow at 9.10am in the school hall.
Services for Holy Week and Easter
St. Joseph's Parish will be celebrating Easter in Mass at the following times –
Sat 4th/Sun 5th - Mass at 6.00 p.m. (Sat) 10.00 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. (Sun). Blessing of Palms at all Masses.
Thurs 9th April - Maundy Thursday. Mass of the Last Supper at 7.30 p.m.
Fri 10th April - Good Friday. Stations of the Cross at 10.30 a.m. Service of the Passion and Death of Christ at 3.00 p.m.
Saturday 11th April - Holy Saturday. Easter Vigil and First Mass of Easter at 8.00 p.m.
Sunday 12th April - Mass at 10.00 a.m. with the Folk Group and Simple Mass at 6.00pm
Can I encourage all of you to join the Parish at this special time.
School Attendance
Here is the percentage attendance for last week –
Reception
95.3%
Year 1
87%
Year 2F
94.3%
Year 2S
95.2%
Year 3/4M
90.7%
Year 3/4T
92.8%
Year 3/4B
93.7%
Year 5/6C
95%
Year 5/6P
95.4%
Year 5/6J
94.3%
Apologies and congratulations to Mrs. Rollings class who achieved almost 100% attendance the week before last, (I forgot to put it in the newsletter).
Well done to Reception, Y2S, Y56C and Y56P who achieved 95% or more attendance last week!
EASTER Egg Decorating Competition
50p to enter. Any theme you like! There will 7 winners, 1 for each year group, so get your creative hats on and make sure you have your decorated eggs in school in time for judging, next Friday, 3rd April.
Free Swimming Scheme
From Wednesday 1st April, ‘Free Swimming’ for 16 years and under, as well as 60 and over. You will need to get an ‘Active Card’ from the Leisure Centre, who will explain that you will only be allowed to swim once a day.
Choir
There will be no choir on Wednesday 22nd April, (which is the first week back) because of an extra staff meeting. It will be back to normal the following week 29th April, 3.30-4.30pm.
Wear your Wellies Day
On Friday 24th April, is ‘Wear your Wellies to School’ for £1.00 and help raise funds for Children’s Hospice South West. To find out more about Children’s Hospice South West, please visit our website at www.chsw.org.uk
Nice Semi Marathon
Mr Terry is taking part in a Sponsored Marathon, he will be running 13 miles in Nice (South France) Sunday 19th April, 2009.
Mr Terry is a volunteer from HSBC working with the children in money and group work.
The money raised by you will go to ‘For-Ethiopia Charity,’ and HSBC will match money raised. The deadline for returning the sponsorship form and money is the Thursday after the Easter holidays.
For more information visit: www.nicesemimarathon.com
St. Joseph’s School Blog
Recent updates include a message and photos from Mrs. Joseph who is on a learning visit to France, writing and video From Y2 about the fire of London, Year 1 writing using alliteration, writing and photos from last weeks visit from Avon Fire and Rescue, some great advert writing and multimedia by Y56, news of an ex-pupils adventures on national television and pictures of a strange masked man wielding a sword!
Please log-on and see what we are doing in school.
Have a great Easter break.
Best wishes
Matt Condon
Headteacher
Dates for Diaries
Friday 3rd April – 9.15am - Y2S Class Assembly
Friday 3rd April – 2.30pm - Holy Week Service (in school hall)
Friday 3rd April – End of Term 4
Monday 20th April – Start of Term 5
Friday 1st May - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Monday 29th June - Mass for Feast Day of St. Peter and St. Paul
Monday 13th July - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Friday 24th July – End of school year
Thursday 3rd September - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Friday 4th September - Staff Training Day (school closed)
Monday 7th September 2009 – Start of term 1
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