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Newsletter – Friday, 26th April 2024

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Headteacher Message

Dear all

This has been yet another busy and exciting week at Darell! A group from our debating team started the week at Westminster University taking part in the Debatemate Cup. It was an exceptional day and the children, as always, were fantastic ambassadors of Darell. They won two of their debates and spoke with passion and conviction. The event was brought to a close in celebration, as our very own Louie was awarded the prize of ‘Most Improved Debater’. Congratulations to them all and we are already looking forward to taking part in next year’s competition. 

We have also had year 3 in London this week, visiting the British Museum. The day was a huge success and, as we are now accustomed, the staff commented on the exceptional behaviour and manners of our children. Well done, Year 3!

Walker class were also out and about this week. They took part in an outdoor learning session at Holly Lodge. Another fantastic opportunity for hands-on learning. 

    

At the start of the week, we had an eggciting delivery of duck eggs in our Early Years classes. The children have been waiting and watching for them to hatch and are now proud carers of 4 fluffy ducklings. Number 5 is pipping, so by the time you read this Reggie, chick number 5, may also be here! This is such an excellent learning opportunity for the children, and we will all share in the excitement of seeing the fluffy ducklings grow next week.  

      

The animal excitement continues next week as, on Friday, courtesy of our parent governor, Felisa, we are continuing to provide hands-on experiences for our children with a visit from a mobile farm. Please look out for a separate letter regarding this wonderful event. 

Today has been bittersweet for us as we have had an extra reason to celebrate in our celebration assembly. Today is the day we say goodbye and good luck to our outstanding apprentice, Miss Phoebe. She is ready to start her new adventures, first travelling around Europe, and then she is off to university in September to start a degree in education on her route to becoming a teacher. We wish her all the best, and we look forward to seeing her back for visits. 

Wishing you and your families a lovely weekend, and we look forward to another fun-filled week next week! 

Making a Difference

Michael, our amazing site manager, has been away for the past 3 weeks building a school in India! He first went out 10 years ago to start the build. He met some of the children who are now graduating on this visit. This is probably one of the most humbling examples of our motto of Make Of Difference and an excellent example to share with our children.

   

    

Office Updates

Medication Update 

Antibiotics will only be administered in school if the prescription is for four daily doses. 

We are only able to accept prescribed medicines that are in-date, labelled, provided in the original container as dispensed by a pharmacist and include instructions for administration, dosage and storage. 

We are unable to administer over the counter medications. 

If your child requires over the counter medication during the school day, you will be required to come into school and administer it yourself.

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Sent Home

  • Choir - Rose Theatre update and ticket info
  • Year 1 - Phonics Screener slides and links
  • Year 5 - Walton Firs residential payment reminder
  • Individual classes - Farm Visit to Darell

 

Diary Dates

Year 3 & 5 Swimming
10:00am – 11:00am
From 19 Apr and on Friday each week until 12 Jul
26
April
Choir - Unicorn School Regional Workshop
12:30pm – 3:00pm
30
April
Year 3 & 5 Swimming
10:00am – 11:00am
From 19 Apr and on Friday each week until 12 Jul
03
May
Farm Vist to Darell
1:00pm – 3:00pm
03
May
Year 3 & 5 Swimming
10:00am – 11:00am
From 19 Apr and on Friday each week until 12 Jul
10
May
SATs Week
9:00am – 12:00pm
From 13 May until 16 May
13
May
Year 3 & 5 Swimming
10:00am – 11:00am
From 19 Apr and on Friday each week until 12 Jul
17
May
Year 6 - Bikeability
9:00am – 12:00pm
From 20 May until 24 May
20
May
Choir - Singing Festival Rose Theatre
11:30am – 5:00pm
21
May
Year 3 & 5 Swimming
10:00am – 11:00am
From 19 Apr and on Friday each week until 12 Jul
24
May
Year 3 & 5 Swimming
10:00am – 11:00am
From 19 Apr and on Friday each week until 12 Jul
31
May
Borough Sports
8:00am – 4:00pm
05
June
Year 3 & 5 Swimming
10:00am – 11:00am
From 19 Apr and on Friday each week until 12 Jul
07
June

The Reading Corner

Welcome to our weekly section of the newsletter all about reading. Every week, we will share a question (or two) with you about the book your child is reading in school. Please use these questions to help you find out a little more about what your child has been reading in school and continue to develop their love of reading.

Wonder -  In 'The Odd Egg,' why doesn't the duck lay an egg? Why can the other birds he knows, lay an egg? What other animals lay eggs? 

Peake - How did Nora and Puffin make a difference and save the tiny the tiny birds? What can you do at home to reduce the light you create? 

Weir - What is Black Rock and why is it there?

Thunberg - Do you think Polyphemus deserved to be blinded by Odysseus? Why? Why not?

Darwin - Edward Tulane is about to go through many adventures which he will find uncomfortable.  Do you think that having to deal with uncomfortable things might help him to grow?

Attenborough - What would you like to ask Beverley Naidoo in your letter to her?

Parks - ‘The Final Year’ by Matt Goodfellow – How did the ‘Dylan scene’ make you feel? Why?

Stars of the Week!

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Early Years Star of the Week

Wonder Class

Ibrahim - for his excellent behaviour for learning, for talking politely to the teachers and for showing real enjoyment in Reception life.

Freya - for always trying her best, especially in dance with her sequence of actions for a lion.

KS1 Star of the Week

Peake Class

Jake - for living our value of aspiration by undertaking some independent research about animals and making some detailed drawings. Well done, Jake!

Cole - for his determination in our phonics lessons and reading practice sessions. Well done, Cole, you have made great progress!

Weir Class

Maksim - for excellent learning behaviour and writing a wonderful, interesting recount of our trip to St Paul’s Cathedral

Sapphire - for settling really well into Weir class and living our values of enjoyment and equality already!

Walker Class

Zion - for Trying hard with his blending in phonics and reading sessions. Well done Zion!  

Scarlett - for Talking and communicating more with her peers and adults in Walker Class. Well done Scarlett!  

KS2 Star of the Week

Newton Class

Caleb, Jessica & Mio - for In recognition for living our value of enjoyment on the school residential. And for trying new things. Well done all!

Tipene - for recognition for having a mature attitude towards his learning & for being an excellent role model. Well done Tipene!

Thunberg Class

Jesse - for being a kind and supportive learning partner!
Well done, Jesse

Whole Class - for living our values of responsibility and enjoyment on our trip to the British Museum! You represented our school beautifully! Well done, Year 3!

Darwin Class

Zayan - for the effort and focus put into all the activities at Thames Young Mariners and for helping others on the water.

Sofia - for aspiring to improve her English writing.

Attenborough Class

Neil - for coming into school bright and happy and ready to learn.

Zayden - for being reflective and taking responsibility in the way he interacts with his peers.

Parks Class

Rayaan - for taking responsibility for her learning at home.

Brandon - for  being a kind and respectful friend.

Rashford

Leon - for his excellent attitude towards his learning and for keeping us all smiling!

 

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Attendance

Overall, school attendance this week was 92%. Our target is 97%.

Well done to Darwin Class for the highest attendance of 96% this week. 

Let's do our best for next week!

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