Newsletter | 17th July
Dear Families,
What a fantastic last few days we have had in school. The week started with Ben Langley performing in school to us all. The children loved this experience which was organised by FOLPA as an end of year event.
I spent Tuesday with Foxes enjoying a lovely day at the beach playing many beach games and enjoying the arcades. It is all these extra curricular activities which children remember as they move throughout their education and as a school we have begun to make plans for the next academic year.
I am immensely proud of all our Year 6 pupils who worked incredibly hard to make progress in all areas of the curriculum this year. Our SATs results were received yesterday and as a school very proud of all our achievements. Again, this year we are above national averages with 80% of our pupils achieving the expected standard in reading, writing and maths.
Thank you for all of your support over this academic year and I wish you all a lovely summer break with all your families.
Caroline Laycock
Headteacher
Dates for the diary
- Thursday 3rd September – new school year begins. Children in school.
Year group news
Nursery
This week in Nursery the children have been very excited to eat their lunch in the dinner hall as we help our older children prepare for their move up to Reception. We have looked back at photos of all the lovely activities the children have done over the year and enjoyed seeing ourselves on the big screen. We wish all our children moving up to Reception well and look forward to welcoming back the children who will be with us next year in September.
Reception Rabbits
Rabbits class have had a fantastic final week in Reception. We have enjoyed the book ‘Super Me’, in which a boy and his dad set out on an adventure to find a real superhero! We have had children’s choice of activities in the classroom, which has meant lots of imaginative play with vehicles, unicorns, and lots of activities linked to football. We also got to say a lovely goodbye to Mrs Brighton on Wednesday, wishing her good luck for her new school. We hope you all enjoy a great summer holiday with your families!
Hares
This week in Hares we have completed our recounts of sports day and finally finished our monster hand warmers – they look great! We would like to thank all of you families for supporting your children this year (and us teachers too!). Thank you also to all the little Hares – you have been a gorgeous class to teach and shared a little bit of joy with us each day! We look forward to seeing you next year whether you are in Hares or Fawns and wish you all a fun filled and safe summer break together. See you in September!
Fawns
What a lovely last week we have had together! Fawns class have worked so hard to complete their stories from other cultures, focusing on their use of description and paragraphs. It has been amazing to watch you all grow over the past year, and everyone should be proud of each and every one of their achievements! Thank you to everyone at home for their continued support throughout the year.
Otters
What a wonderful final week it has been in Otters. We have finalised our writing, finished our core texts and have completed the final lesson on shape in maths. You should be so proud of everything you have achieved this year – we know we are! We wish you a lovely summer break, and we look forward to seeing you in the new term.
Badgers
What a wonderful final week Badgers! They finished their DT project and even had swimming on the last day. Have a wonderful summer and we look forward to your return in September.
Foxes
What a final week for the Foxes! On Tuesday, the class had a great time at the beach playing in the sand, fending off seagulls and going to the arcade. Year 6 children also had their leavers’ assembly on Thursday and were amazing whilst speaking in front of the parents. Year 5 – have a great holiday and I’ll see you in September. Year 6 – you have been a pleasure to teach and I wish you all the best in high school.
Achievement Awards
Rabbit Class – Lenny for his determination and hard work in lessons right to the last day.
Hares Class –Louis for coming into school and becoming more independent as the year has progressed. Well done Louis!
Fawns Class – Elio for amazing effort writing your story this week.
Otter Class – Amelia for persevering with your wonderful handwriting throughout your all your books.
Badger Class – Travis for really good focus in DT this week.
Fox Class – Jacob for being brave and overcoming his nerves during the leavers assembly.
Star of the Week Awards
Rabbit Class – Evie for continually showing all our Lingwood values – kindness, ambition, and determination.
Hares Class – Abby for being one of the most fun loving and joyful children ever. We are going to miss you but wish you all the best for your new school!
Fawns Class – Mia for always being ambitious and challenging yourself.
Otter Class – Freddie for always having determination and following the Lingwood Way.
Badger Class – Emily for always following the Lingwood way and showing ambition in every task you complete.
Fox Class – Lily for being super helpful this week and working very hard in class.
Congratulations to you all – we are very proud of you for showing kindness, determination and ambition.
Attendance Update
This week’s whole school attendance is 95.3%.
- In first place is Nursery with 97.5%
- In second place is Fawns with 97.3%
- In third place is Hares with 97.1%
Please note, class teachers will be communicating with any parents of children whose attendance drops below 95% to offer additional support.
Well done to all the children arriving at school on time, ready to learn lets see if we can again increase our attendance next week! A reminder that the school gates will continue to be open from 8.30 am and closed at 8.40am. Registration is at 8.40 am and school finishes at 3.25 pm.
Fines for parents for taking children out of school: What you need to know.
Remember that every day counts and we are in every day next week!
Star Badges!
A huge well done to those children who have received their silver or gold star badge today. 100 Dojo points will earn a silver star badge and 200 a gold badge to wear with pride. Keep showing those Lingwood values!
Ben Langley in School
On Monday we had the comedian Ben Langley visit the school for a comedy show. This was paid for by the money raised from FOLPA.
FOLPA
A huge thank you to FOLPA who raised £5771.51 for the school this year. Please see their newsletter and how the money has been used in school. Please see below for the latest newsletter and how they have spent their money this year.
Silly Sprint
The silly sprint raised £964.75 last week for the school. The children had a great time.
Goodbye Year 6 and SATs
It is with sadness that we say goodbye to the Year 6 children and wish them well in high school.
A huge well done to the Year 6 children for their SATs results this year. Judging previous years, it looks to be well above the national average. Each and every child should be proud of themselves.
