Mark Chapter 12 verse 33
And you must love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength, and with all your mind; and your neighbour as yourself.
Thank you to everyone who came along to last week’s Buddy Collective Worship. It was wonderful to see our Year R parents and our Year 6 parents being able to meet. I am very proud of the children in Year 6 who have started the year off so well with their Buddies. The little ones in Year R were brilliant! Both classes were a real credit to their families and the school. Thank you to Miss Gibbins, Mrs Kendall, Miss Best and Miss Baber for making the children’s first few months so cohesive. The Buddy system is a very important feature of our school and we think helps us really embed our vision and values that everyone should flourish and live life in all its fullness. .
On Tuesday 11th November just before 11am, the whole school, community, the Royal British Legion, Father Paul, members of the local community and our parent/carer community, gathered outside the Village Church Hall to join in with the annual Remembrance Service. This very poignant service, led by Father Paul, included readings and poems read out by representatives of the Faith Team, before hearing the moving sound of ‘The Last Post’ by the musician. The sight and sound of a lone bugler playing the Last Post will be a familiar one to many. This mournful tune is played at Remembrance Day events and services across the Commonwealth. This was then followed by the community observing a minutes’ silence in respect for those that gave the ultimate sacrifice for freedom. The service ended with the children all singing the beautiful ‘This is a Day to Remember’. Special thanks go to Father Paul for hosting the lovely service and to those who were able to join us. The children were amazing as always. Thank you also for your donations to the British Legion Poppy Appeal, which have raised £201.52.
Parent and Carer Evenings will take place on 24th, 25th and 26th November (3.30pm-6.00pm) for all classes. Meetings will take place with your child’s class teacher and will be held in the school hall. Sessions will be available for booking via your Arbor Parent Portal. The system will go live for bookings on Monday 17th November at 7.00am.
For the parents and carers of children currently on our Special Educational Needs register or for whom longer appointments may be beneficial, there is an opportunity to have a 30 minute appointment with their child’s class teacher during the week commencing 1st December. Those parents and carers will be able to book a session via Arbor Parent Portal on Monday 24th November from 07.00am. !
A reminder that teacher led clubs finish week ending 21st November with the exception of Choir, Speech & Drama, Recorder and Orchestra which will continue week commencing 1st and 8th December in preparation for the Christmas Concert.
We are delighted to announce that Nutfield Church C of E Primary School now has a Pets as Therapy (PAT) dog as part of our school community. This wonderful addition supports our vision inspired by John 10:10, to help pupil’s live life in all its fullness, including their learning journey. The dog (Barley) belongs to Reverend Len, who many of you already know very well.
The Benefits of Reading with a Therapy Dog:
Reading with a therapy dog offers unique advantages that enhance pupils’ literacy skills and emotional well-being:
1. Building Confidence and Reducing Anxiety
Pupils often feel less pressure and anxiety when reading aloud to a non-judgmental, calm animal. This safe environment helps boost their confidence and encourages more frequent and enthusiastic reading practice.
2. Improving Reading Fluency and Comprehension
The relaxed setting allows pupils to focus better, improving fluency and comprehension. The presence of the dog can make reading sessions feel less like a test and more like a friendly conversation.
3. Encouraging Positive Attitudes Towards Reading
Many pupils who struggle with reading or have low motivation find reading with a therapy dog enjoyable and rewarding. This positive experience fosters a lifelong love of reading and learning.
4. Supporting Emotional and Social Development
Interaction with the therapy dog promotes empathy, responsibility, and social skills. Pupils learn to care for and respect the animal, which can translate into positive relationships with peers and adults.
At Nutfield Church C of E Primary School, we are proud to integrate this innovative approach into our literacy programme, supporting every pupil to flourish academically and emotionally.
The School Photographer will be visiting on Tuesday 18th November to take individual portraits of the children. The photographer will take photos of siblings together, if they attend school. Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate any pre-school siblings.
An email will be sent out shortly enabling you to book your tickets for the Nativity performance on Tuesday 9th and Wednesday 10th December. Babies and younger siblings are welcome, however if you think your little one may not settle, please email the school office to request a ticket for the dress rehearsal on Monday 8th December.
Thank you to all of those parents that attended Monday’s ‘Autism and Top Tips’ coffee morning. The slides for this will be on our website from Monday for you to view.
A reminder of the following:
Wednesday 26th November: 3.00pm-4.30pm – Mandy from Barnardo’s on ADHD will be on site Monday 12th January: 9.00am – 10.15am – Nicola from the Outreach team will be presenting on masking and self regulation
Nutfield Bonfire Spectacular
Thanks once again to all those who supported the annual bonfire by volunteering time, selling tickets, donating prizes or simply coming along and enjoying the event. We raised a lot of money which will go back into all of the community clubs and groups involved in organising the event. We will confirm later in the year how much the PTFA received.
Second Hand Uniform Collection
The PTFA will be holding a second-hand uniform collection on Monday 24th November. A collection box will be left by the school gates for any donations. We would be delighted to accept branded uniform plus grey shorts/trousers/skirts/dresses in very good condition.
Christ Church are hosting a Kids Christmas Party on Saturday 6th December. Please see the attached leaflet for further details. Father Paul and I would like to thank all of you who attended the Remembrance Service on Tuesday.
I wish you and your families a restful weekend.
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