Dear Parent/Carers,
E. Mail and Online Newsletter
The newsletter for the last 3 weeks has been e.mailed to parents as well as the paper copy. We have had a couple of hiccups, but think it is a great step forward. Soon we will no longer be sending out paper copies, if we email the newsletter to you. Also the School Blog keeps you updated about the newsletter, events and sharing quality information about your child’s learning.
School Attendance
Well done to Miss Wright’s class with an outstanding 99%, and Mrs Ford’s and Mr Conlon’s classes with 98%. Overall last weeks attendance was very good with 5 classes attending over 95%. Let’s keep it up!!!
St Joseph’s Pre-school are holding a Pig Race Night!
Saturday 5th February from 6 pm till 9 pm. Fun and Games for ALL the Family!!
Tickets just £1 for Adults and Children FREE!
BECOME A ‘PIG OWNER’ BY BUYING A PIG NOW!! Each PIG £2 per race – you even get to give it a name! (Call in to Pre-school for further information) AND/OR just place bets on the night and see how much you can win!! Soft drinks, snacks and Hot Dogs available to buy on the night. (No Alcohol for sale but you may bring your own if you wish)
Animals on School Premises
Can I remind you that Dogs are not permitted on the school grounds.
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday, 31st January, at 9.15am. Everybody welcome to attend, where the following children will receive their Headteachers Awards and Rebecca Davis receiving her swimming certificate.
Aaron Tarr, Stan Smith, Thomas Hallard, Angus Wallace, Alisha Latif, Reuben Reji, Muskan Rehan, Izza Chaudhry, Mia Hood and Erin Brooks.
Dates for Diaries
Monday 7th February - Camp week for Year 5 and 6
Tuesday 8th February - Y5P and Mass in church
Wednesday 9th February - “Sing Up Day” for Gold Medal Award
Monday 14th February - E Safety Week
Thursday 17th February - End of Term 3
Friday 18th February - INSET Day – School Closed
Monday 28th February - Start of Term 4
Wednesday 9th March - Year 6 to the Royal Albert Hall
Monday 14th March - Mrs Joseph’s class – Bristol Harbourside
Best wishes
Matt Condon,
Headteacher
Friday 28 January 2011
Friday 21 January 2011
Friday 21st January
Dear Parent/Carers
Funny Bones Puppet Show
The ‘Funny Bones Puppet Show’ was part of class Y45Js curriculum and was a great success. The children really enjoyed it and it has inspired lots of future learning. A big thank you to the PTFA who fully funded this activity. The PTFA do great work supporting the learning experiences of your children, but they need your support! We will be asking for your help soon. However big or small, we would appreciate all offers of support.
Gardening Club
The gardening club is now starting to plan this years planting and are looking for donations of any unwanted pot and planters that you may no longer want. All donations will be gratefully received.
Clothes for a Cause
Please could you ensure that all bags of clothing, curtains, shoes and bags are brought to school by Thursday 27th January as they are being collected at 8.30am on Friday morning.
After School Clubs
There are spaces available for Fencing after school club on a Thursday for years 3-6, and also for African Drumming which is also Thursday for year 4-6. If you are interested in your child attending either of the clubs, please contact Mrs Gossan in the office or by e-mail - bursar.st.josephs.p@bristol.gov.uk
Key Stage 2 SATS
Key Stage 2 SATS is week commencing the 9th May.
School Attendance
Well done to Mrs Patton’s class with 97%!
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday, 24th January, at 9.15am. Everybody welcome to attend, where the following children will receive their Headteacher’s Awards:
Laura Apperley, Catalina Bodnarescu, Emily Webb, Alexander Aliyath, Nile Thomas, Shinique Dehaney and Ida Johansson
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 25th January - Class 4C and Class 5/5J Mass in church
Tuesday 1st February - Year 1 and 2 Mass in church
Monday 7th February - Camp week for Year 5 and 6
Wednesday 9th February - “Sing Up Day” for Gold Medal Award
Monday 14th February - E Safety Week
Thursday 17th February - End of Term 3
Friday 18th February - INSET Day – School Closed
Monday 28th February - Start of Term 4
Monday 9th May - Year 6 SATs week
Best wishes
Matt Condon,
Headteacher
Funny Bones Puppet Show
The ‘Funny Bones Puppet Show’ was part of class Y45Js curriculum and was a great success. The children really enjoyed it and it has inspired lots of future learning. A big thank you to the PTFA who fully funded this activity. The PTFA do great work supporting the learning experiences of your children, but they need your support! We will be asking for your help soon. However big or small, we would appreciate all offers of support.
Gardening Club
The gardening club is now starting to plan this years planting and are looking for donations of any unwanted pot and planters that you may no longer want. All donations will be gratefully received.
Clothes for a Cause
Please could you ensure that all bags of clothing, curtains, shoes and bags are brought to school by Thursday 27th January as they are being collected at 8.30am on Friday morning.
After School Clubs
There are spaces available for Fencing after school club on a Thursday for years 3-6, and also for African Drumming which is also Thursday for year 4-6. If you are interested in your child attending either of the clubs, please contact Mrs Gossan in the office or by e-mail - bursar.st.josephs.p@bristol.gov.uk
Key Stage 2 SATS
Key Stage 2 SATS is week commencing the 9th May.
School Attendance
Well done to Mrs Patton’s class with 97%!
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday, 24th January, at 9.15am. Everybody welcome to attend, where the following children will receive their Headteacher’s Awards:
Laura Apperley, Catalina Bodnarescu, Emily Webb, Alexander Aliyath, Nile Thomas, Shinique Dehaney and Ida Johansson
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 25th January - Class 4C and Class 5/5J Mass in church
Tuesday 1st February - Year 1 and 2 Mass in church
Monday 7th February - Camp week for Year 5 and 6
Wednesday 9th February - “Sing Up Day” for Gold Medal Award
Monday 14th February - E Safety Week
Thursday 17th February - End of Term 3
Friday 18th February - INSET Day – School Closed
Monday 28th February - Start of Term 4
Monday 9th May - Year 6 SATs week
Best wishes
Matt Condon,
Headteacher
Friday 14 January 2011
Friday 15th January 2011
Dear Parent/Carers
Travel to Faith Schools
Good News - Bristol City Council have announced that any changes to funding for children to travelling to faith schools will not affect children going to secondary school this coming September.
Playground & Security
Can I please remind you PARENTS MUST ONLY ENTER THE SCHOOL THROUGH THE MAIN ENTRANCE. Children or staff must not open any outside doors for anyone. Also children must exit the school via allocated doors – not the main school entrance.
Internet Safety
It is important that children’s use of the internet is monitored at home. In particular, children’s use of social networking sites. We will be having another E-safety week commencing Monday 14th February.
Free School Meals
If you are eligible for free school meals, you can now apply online at www.bristol-cyps.org.uk/fsm. You are eligible if you receive:-
- Income Support
- Job Seekers Allowance
- Child Tax Credit, but not working tax credit (income less than £16,190)
- Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
- The Guaranteed Element of the Pension Credit
- Income-related Employment and Support.
Paper copies of the form can be obtained from Mrs Gossan
School Uniform
There is in place a school uniform, comprising of a white polo shirt, navy blue sweatshirt, cardigan, fleece, grey trousers/skirts or blue/white gingham dress. We do not stock school uniform anymore, it has to be ordered on line and the website is:
www.schoolwearforless.com/schools/StJosephsRCPrimaryBS163QR. The order will normally take about two weeks to deliver.
Also children must wear footwear (black shoes or black trainers) appropriate to the school environment and activity. 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.
School Menu Change
The school menu has had to be altered for the next 2 weeks. On the 18th January it will be Sausage and Chips and on the 25th January it will be Curry.
TV Debut
Mrs Pauline Sheere, our school crossing patrol will be making her TV debut on Saturday 22nd January, in the quiz show ‘ In it to win it’ with Dell Winton at 8.00pm.
School Attendance
Mrs Rolling’s, Mrs Ford’s, Mrs Patton’s classes had a good 97% and Mr Conlon’s class had a great 98% attendance.
St John’s Team
Well done to St John’s who won last terms team points. They will be able to wear non-uniform next Friday, 21st January.
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday, 18th January, at 9.15am. Everybody welcome to attend, where the following children will receive their Headteachers Awards :-
Jade Johnson, Kwame Hartley, Belinda Joseph, Natalia Franczak, Jakub Wawrowski, Davina Masemo and children in Year 3 will receive Swimming Certificates.
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 18th January - Class 5P and Year 3 Mass in church
Friday 21st January - St John’s Non Uniform Day
Tuesday 25th January - Class 4C and Class 5/5J Mass in church
Tuesday 1st February - Year 1 and 2 Mass in church
Monday 7th February - Camp week for Year 5 and 6
Wednesday 9th February - “Sing Up Day” for Gold Medal Award
Monday 14th February - E Safety Week
Thursday 17th February - End of Term 3
Friday 18th February - INSET Day – School Closed
Monday 28th February - Start of Term 4
Best wishes
Matt Condon,
Headteacher
Travel to Faith Schools
Good News - Bristol City Council have announced that any changes to funding for children to travelling to faith schools will not affect children going to secondary school this coming September.
Playground & Security
Can I please remind you PARENTS MUST ONLY ENTER THE SCHOOL THROUGH THE MAIN ENTRANCE. Children or staff must not open any outside doors for anyone. Also children must exit the school via allocated doors – not the main school entrance.
Internet Safety
It is important that children’s use of the internet is monitored at home. In particular, children’s use of social networking sites. We will be having another E-safety week commencing Monday 14th February.
Free School Meals
If you are eligible for free school meals, you can now apply online at www.bristol-cyps.org.uk/fsm. You are eligible if you receive:-
- Income Support
- Job Seekers Allowance
- Child Tax Credit, but not working tax credit (income less than £16,190)
- Support under Part VI of the Immigration and Asylum Act 1999
- The Guaranteed Element of the Pension Credit
- Income-related Employment and Support.
Paper copies of the form can be obtained from Mrs Gossan
School Uniform
There is in place a school uniform, comprising of a white polo shirt, navy blue sweatshirt, cardigan, fleece, grey trousers/skirts or blue/white gingham dress. We do not stock school uniform anymore, it has to be ordered on line and the website is:
www.schoolwearforless.com/schools/StJosephsRCPrimaryBS163QR. The order will normally take about two weeks to deliver.
Also children must wear footwear (black shoes or black trainers) appropriate to the school environment and activity. 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.
School Menu Change
The school menu has had to be altered for the next 2 weeks. On the 18th January it will be Sausage and Chips and on the 25th January it will be Curry.
TV Debut
Mrs Pauline Sheere, our school crossing patrol will be making her TV debut on Saturday 22nd January, in the quiz show ‘ In it to win it’ with Dell Winton at 8.00pm.
School Attendance
Mrs Rolling’s, Mrs Ford’s, Mrs Patton’s classes had a good 97% and Mr Conlon’s class had a great 98% attendance.
St John’s Team
Well done to St John’s who won last terms team points. They will be able to wear non-uniform next Friday, 21st January.
Celebration Assembly
There will be a celebration assembly on Monday, 18th January, at 9.15am. Everybody welcome to attend, where the following children will receive their Headteachers Awards :-
Jade Johnson, Kwame Hartley, Belinda Joseph, Natalia Franczak, Jakub Wawrowski, Davina Masemo and children in Year 3 will receive Swimming Certificates.
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 18th January - Class 5P and Year 3 Mass in church
Friday 21st January - St John’s Non Uniform Day
Tuesday 25th January - Class 4C and Class 5/5J Mass in church
Tuesday 1st February - Year 1 and 2 Mass in church
Monday 7th February - Camp week for Year 5 and 6
Wednesday 9th February - “Sing Up Day” for Gold Medal Award
Monday 14th February - E Safety Week
Thursday 17th February - End of Term 3
Friday 18th February - INSET Day – School Closed
Monday 28th February - Start of Term 4
Best wishes
Matt Condon,
Headteacher
Friday 7 January 2011
Special Announcement - for Y6 Parents
INFORMATION REGARDING DENOMINATIONAL TRANSPORT
Bristol City Council’s Cabinet Member for Children and Young People has confirmed that funding arrangements for children travelling to faith schools will not change, for those starting at faith schools in September this year.
During November and December, Bristol City Council asked parents, carers and the school community for their views on proposed changes to the council’s current policy of providing free travel for all students attending their nearest faith school, if it is beyond walking distance (more than two miles from home for a primary school and more than three miles from home for a secondary school).
The service is currently provided to all, regardless of family income, even though there may be other nearer schools. It usually takes the form of supplying a free bus pass.
One of the main concerns raised was the proposed timing of the change. The original proposal was to introduce changes for pupils starting at faith schools in September this year. As the majority of pupils affected are travelling to secondary school, this would mean that parents did not know about funding changes when they made their decision about which school to apply for, by the October admissions deadline.
Cabinet Member for Children and Young People, Councillor Clare Campion-Smith, said: “We have listened to the concerns raised and decided not to change funding for travel to faith schools for children due to start at school this September. Funding for children already attending faith schools is also protected and there was never a proposal to remove this funding.
“A report will be brought to cabinet later this year, outlining proposed changes from September 2012 onwards. Any decision on changes will be made in time for parents to take travel arrangements into account when deciding on school preferences.”
Bristol City Council’s Cabinet Member for Children and Young People has confirmed that funding arrangements for children travelling to faith schools will not change, for those starting at faith schools in September this year.
During November and December, Bristol City Council asked parents, carers and the school community for their views on proposed changes to the council’s current policy of providing free travel for all students attending their nearest faith school, if it is beyond walking distance (more than two miles from home for a primary school and more than three miles from home for a secondary school).
The service is currently provided to all, regardless of family income, even though there may be other nearer schools. It usually takes the form of supplying a free bus pass.
One of the main concerns raised was the proposed timing of the change. The original proposal was to introduce changes for pupils starting at faith schools in September this year. As the majority of pupils affected are travelling to secondary school, this would mean that parents did not know about funding changes when they made their decision about which school to apply for, by the October admissions deadline.
Cabinet Member for Children and Young People, Councillor Clare Campion-Smith, said: “We have listened to the concerns raised and decided not to change funding for travel to faith schools for children due to start at school this September. Funding for children already attending faith schools is also protected and there was never a proposal to remove this funding.
“A report will be brought to cabinet later this year, outlining proposed changes from September 2012 onwards. Any decision on changes will be made in time for parents to take travel arrangements into account when deciding on school preferences.”
Friday 7th January, 2011
Dear Parent/Carers
Happy New Year to you all. We wish you all a peaceful and prosperous 2011. Thank you to all parents who have provided us with emails for newsletters. We will be emailing this newsletter home and will stop sending paper copies home soon to parents who get the electronic copy. This will save lots of paper!
SCHOOL STARTS AT 8.55am. PLEASE ENSURE YOUR CHILD GETS TO SCHOOL ON TIME.
Ronald Mcdonald House and Cots for Tots
Well done to everyone who supported the choir and this important charity. £1,471 was raised for the Ronald McDonald House, by the different choirs taking part and £175.41 for Cots for Tots.
Mary Edwards – Retiring after 31 Years Service
There will be a special presentation for Mary Edwards, who has retired after working at St Joseph’s for 31 years as a School Meal Supervisory Assistant (Dinner Lady). We will be saying goodbye to her in a special assembly on Friday, 14th January at 9.15am. You are all invited.
Internet Safety for Parents
On Tuesday 11th January (6.30pm), at Bristol Brunel Academy, South West Grid for Learning and your local Police will talk about how children might be using the Internet more safely. Technologies such as Instant Messenger and social Networking sites will be demystified. The session (around 90 minutes) will provide you with methods and approaches to help protect you and your children whilst using the Internet and allow you to ask questions of the experts.
Aladdin
The Warmley Players (featuring Kelsey Ford from Y6) present the pantomime Aladdin at the Warmley Community centre from Tuesday 18th to Saturday 22nd January. Please see the poster in the playground notice board for details.
Zig-Zag
Lines Once again a big thank you to the parents who are not parking on the zig-zag lines. Can I remind parents that stopping in the middle of the road to let your children out is extremely dangerous. We are monitoring dangerous parking and are passing details onto the Police. I will also be contacting individual parents who continue to act in a dangerous manner.
Dean Field Study Centre
Trip Please could you ensure that all monies due for the above trip are paid by 11th January - outstanding balances can be obtained from Mrs Gossan. Cheques to be made payable to Bristol City Council.
PTFA Coffee Morning
On Friday 14th January, the PTFA are inviting you for tea and a doughnut in school and to let you know what plans we have for the year ahead. Please come along for a chat and a cup of tea at 9am next Friday.
ICT Club
The final session of ICT after school club for year 5's will be held on Monday 10th January.
After School Clubs
The following after school clubs will be starting next week:-
Tuesday - Film Club
Wednesday - Choir
Thursday - Y3/4 Cookery Club - 6 weeks and Y4-6 African Drumming - 13 weeks
There will also be taster sessions for a Football after school club (Y3-6) next week during the school day with the aim of starting the club on Tuesday 25th January.
Clothes for a Cause
The annual event of recycling old clothes, shoes, bags and curtains will take place at the end of January. Collection bags will be sent home next week and they will need to be in school for collection by Thursday 27th January. Money raised will be given to charity.
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 11th January - Year 6 and Reception Mass in church Tuesday 18th January - Class 5P and Year 3 Mass in church
Tuesday 25th January - Class 4C and Class 5/5J Mass in church
Tuesday 1st February - Year 1 and 2 Mass in church
Monday 7th February - Camp week for Year 5 and 6
Thursday 17th February - End of Term 3
Friday 18th February - INSET Day – School Closed
Monday 28th February - Start of Term 4
Matt Condon,
Headteacher
Happy New Year to you all. We wish you all a peaceful and prosperous 2011. Thank you to all parents who have provided us with emails for newsletters. We will be emailing this newsletter home and will stop sending paper copies home soon to parents who get the electronic copy. This will save lots of paper!
SCHOOL STARTS AT 8.55am. PLEASE ENSURE YOUR CHILD GETS TO SCHOOL ON TIME.
Ronald Mcdonald House and Cots for Tots
Well done to everyone who supported the choir and this important charity. £1,471 was raised for the Ronald McDonald House, by the different choirs taking part and £175.41 for Cots for Tots.
Mary Edwards – Retiring after 31 Years Service
There will be a special presentation for Mary Edwards, who has retired after working at St Joseph’s for 31 years as a School Meal Supervisory Assistant (Dinner Lady). We will be saying goodbye to her in a special assembly on Friday, 14th January at 9.15am. You are all invited.
Internet Safety for Parents
On Tuesday 11th January (6.30pm), at Bristol Brunel Academy, South West Grid for Learning and your local Police will talk about how children might be using the Internet more safely. Technologies such as Instant Messenger and social Networking sites will be demystified. The session (around 90 minutes) will provide you with methods and approaches to help protect you and your children whilst using the Internet and allow you to ask questions of the experts.
Aladdin
The Warmley Players (featuring Kelsey Ford from Y6) present the pantomime Aladdin at the Warmley Community centre from Tuesday 18th to Saturday 22nd January. Please see the poster in the playground notice board for details.
Zig-Zag
Lines Once again a big thank you to the parents who are not parking on the zig-zag lines. Can I remind parents that stopping in the middle of the road to let your children out is extremely dangerous. We are monitoring dangerous parking and are passing details onto the Police. I will also be contacting individual parents who continue to act in a dangerous manner.
Dean Field Study Centre
Trip Please could you ensure that all monies due for the above trip are paid by 11th January - outstanding balances can be obtained from Mrs Gossan. Cheques to be made payable to Bristol City Council.
PTFA Coffee Morning
On Friday 14th January, the PTFA are inviting you for tea and a doughnut in school and to let you know what plans we have for the year ahead. Please come along for a chat and a cup of tea at 9am next Friday.
ICT Club
The final session of ICT after school club for year 5's will be held on Monday 10th January.
After School Clubs
The following after school clubs will be starting next week:-
Tuesday - Film Club
Wednesday - Choir
Thursday - Y3/4 Cookery Club - 6 weeks and Y4-6 African Drumming - 13 weeks
There will also be taster sessions for a Football after school club (Y3-6) next week during the school day with the aim of starting the club on Tuesday 25th January.
Clothes for a Cause
The annual event of recycling old clothes, shoes, bags and curtains will take place at the end of January. Collection bags will be sent home next week and they will need to be in school for collection by Thursday 27th January. Money raised will be given to charity.
Dates for Diaries
Tuesday 11th January - Year 6 and Reception Mass in church Tuesday 18th January - Class 5P and Year 3 Mass in church
Tuesday 25th January - Class 4C and Class 5/5J Mass in church
Tuesday 1st February - Year 1 and 2 Mass in church
Monday 7th February - Camp week for Year 5 and 6
Thursday 17th February - End of Term 3
Friday 18th February - INSET Day – School Closed
Monday 28th February - Start of Term 4
Matt Condon,
Headteacher
Tuesday 4 January 2011
Thursday 16th December - Apologies for this newsletter being late on the blog
Dear Parents and Carers,
PTFA Christmas Disco - CANCELLED
Unfortunately, the PTFA Christmas Disco will not be taking place tomorrow, due to not enough tickets being sold. Refunds will be organised in the New Year.
First Holy Communion and Confirmation Preparations
First Holy Communion is being organised by the Parish this year and will take place in the last week of June 2011. Preparation for First Holy Communion will begin in January. Parents of candidates for First Holy Communion, please contact Fr Joy before the 25th December. Candidates for First Holy Communion need to be in Year 3 or above .
Punctuality
After talking to the children this week, punctuality has improved greatly. Thank you.
Dates for Diaries
Friday 17th December - End of Term 2
Tuesday 4th January - Start of Term 3
Thursday 6th January - Mass in Church (The Feast of Epiphany)
Tuesday 11th January - Year 6 and Reception Mass in church
Tuesday 18th January - Year 5 and Year 3 Mass in church
Tuesday 25th January - Year 4C and Y45J Mass in church
Tuesday 1st February - Year 1 and 2 Mass in church
Monday 7th February - Camp week for Year 5 and 6
Tuesday 8th February - Year 5P and Year 3 Mass in church
Tuesday 15th February - Y4C and Y4/5J Mass in church
Thursday 17th February - End of Term 3
Friday 18th February - INSET Day
Monday 28th February - Start of Term 4
Can we wish you all a peaceful and happy Christmas,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher
PTFA Christmas Disco - CANCELLED
Unfortunately, the PTFA Christmas Disco will not be taking place tomorrow, due to not enough tickets being sold. Refunds will be organised in the New Year.
First Holy Communion and Confirmation Preparations
First Holy Communion is being organised by the Parish this year and will take place in the last week of June 2011. Preparation for First Holy Communion will begin in January. Parents of candidates for First Holy Communion, please contact Fr Joy before the 25th December. Candidates for First Holy Communion need to be in Year 3 or above .
Punctuality
After talking to the children this week, punctuality has improved greatly. Thank you.
Dates for Diaries
Friday 17th December - End of Term 2
Tuesday 4th January - Start of Term 3
Thursday 6th January - Mass in Church (The Feast of Epiphany)
Tuesday 11th January - Year 6 and Reception Mass in church
Tuesday 18th January - Year 5 and Year 3 Mass in church
Tuesday 25th January - Year 4C and Y45J Mass in church
Tuesday 1st February - Year 1 and 2 Mass in church
Monday 7th February - Camp week for Year 5 and 6
Tuesday 8th February - Year 5P and Year 3 Mass in church
Tuesday 15th February - Y4C and Y4/5J Mass in church
Thursday 17th February - End of Term 3
Friday 18th February - INSET Day
Monday 28th February - Start of Term 4
Can we wish you all a peaceful and happy Christmas,
Matt Condon,
Headteacher
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