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.
We expect pupils to wear the correct school uniform because it promotes a sense of belonging, keeps routines clear, and helps pupils focus on learning. Recently we have noticed an increase in pupils coming to school in items that are not permitted, particularly unsuitable footwear. If you have any difficulty providing the specified uniform or need to discuss an issue, please contact the school office or speak to a senior member of staff at the school gate.
A reminder that there is an INSET day on Friday 15th May.
INSET days are vital because they give staff focused, uninterrupted time to develop the core classroom practice that directly improves pupil outcomes; from refining curriculum sequences and assessment approaches to practising behaviour strategies and meeting the specific needs of our pupils (including those who have SEND). This investment in staff professionality links directly to our vision of pupils living “life in all its fullness” by raising standards, widening opportunities and improving the day-to-day learning experience for every pupil.
On Friday 17 April we held an informal parent coffee workshop on ‘parents supporting their children’s wellbeing’. This was hosted by Katherine Giles, our Mindworks School Based Needs Advisor and Gemma Gay from the YMCA Community Wellbeing Team. One of the resources shared were the ‘brain buddy’ flash cards – an A-Z list of coping strategies for children. Gemma shared some valuable information about what happens to our brains when they experience stress and how to manage a child when they are dysregulated.
‘Supporting Your child with emotional wellbeing’
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LdaUZ_wbD1c&t=5s ‘Flipping Your Lid’
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcDLzppD4Jc .Name it to tame it.
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_uBEOKJA_M – Dr Bruce Perry 3 Rs
• A-Z strategies and Empathic Listening
Please click here to view the handouts.
We are keen to hold another session before the end of the academic year – please let the office know if you are interested in attending a second session.
We are delighted to welcome Miss Mitchell and Mrs Brooks back to the Nutfield Church School team; their return strengthens our team and benefits every pupil. Many pupils will have seen Miss Mitchell during the short periods she has spent with us recently; both teachers bring experience and consistency that will strengthen our staff team. Their return directly benefits your children by increasing teaching capacity, ensuring smaller group support where needed, and helping us sustain high-quality, consistent classroom practice that improves pupil outcomes and wellbeing.
We are pleased to welcome Yasmine Wahab (an ex-pupil), Bronte St Martin and Banu Cobbold to our extended services team. Their arrival has further enriched our provision and the children have already enjoyed the positive dynamics they bring. At the same time, we must let you know that Miss Nicole Koncius will be leaving us at the end of this half term. She has developed strong pastoral relationships with many pupils and we are grateful for the care and commitment she has shown. We wish Nicole every success for the future and thank her for everything she has done for our school community.
It is that time of the year again where we ask for your views on our school. Your thoughts and feedback are invaluable and we kindly ask for as many of you to complete this as possible. Please click here to access the survey. If you could complete this by Friday 5th June, that would be greatly appreciated
On Thursday 21st May Twelve15 are offering a special themed menu to celebrate World Bee Day. Please find attached the menu. If your child normally has a packed lunch but would like to have a school meal, please email the school office.
Across the half term the YMCA will be running a Half Term holiday club. They will be running every day at YMCA Sports and Community Centre and the schedule for the week, including how to book, can be found on the attached poster.
We are delighted that our pupils can use the grass area for play and learning. Teachers are taking learning outside, from minibeast hunts that spark scientific curiosity to using the open air to create the atmosphere for story writing. It also boosts wellbeing, deepens vocabulary, observational skills, and makes learning more memorable. These outdoor experiences bring our curriculum to life and give pupils more opportunities to explore, collaborate and be creative.
We are truly grateful to everyone who has purchased items from our Amazon Wishlist for Nutfield Church C of E Primary School. Your generosity directly increases the resources available to our pupils and helps us improve their learning outcomes. We know many families are facing financial pressure at the moment. That makes your kindness even more meaningful. Thank you for holding our school in your thoughts and supporting us in this way.
Thank you once again for your ongoing support.
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