Today was a very exciting day as it was Christmas party day!! The children got dressed up in their best party clothes, danced, sang, played games and ate delicious party food! What a brilliant day!
Our New Year 3 Reading Ambassadors!
The Reading Ambassadors were delighted to welcome some new members last week. Some Year 3 pupils have joined the team and are ready to get started. We have a lot of children keen to join the group so we will make this a position that is changed yearly from now on, so that more pupils can have the opportunity to join.
Well done Year 3 recruits! I can’t wait to hear your ideas to promote reading in our school.
Mrs Usher
Y3 Skipping Into Christmas!!
Y3 enjoyed a wonderful morning developing individual, pairs and team skipping skills with Chris Corcoran from ‘Skipping School’. The children had a great time, while enjoying lots of festive, Christmas songs. Thank you to our wonderful helpers for supporting the children throughout the morning and swinging plenty of skipping ropes!
Year 5 Science… with biscuits!
This week, Year 5 learned about the phases of the moon. We learned when the moon appears to be getting bigger,
it’s ‘waxing’ and when it looks like it’s getting smaller, it’s ‘waning’. We then used biscuits to create a representation of the different phases of the moon.
After labelling and recording our fabulous diagrams, some of the ‘moons’ may have been eaten!
Hey Ewe!
This Christmas, the infants delighted audiences with their heart-warming and humorous performance of Hey Ewe! – a fresh take on the traditional Nativity story, told through the eyes of an excitable and curious young sheep.
The youngest ewe in the flock, full of questions and boundless energy, charmed everyone with her inquisitive nature. While the rest of the sheep were happy to stick to their routines, she found herself drawn into the extraordinary events surrounding the birth of Jesus. From shepherds and angels to a very special baby, her curiosity led the audience on a magical journey, reminding us all to see the wonder of the Nativity with fresh eyes.
The children shone on stage, their enthusiasm and joy capturing the true spirit of the season.
A huge well done to all the children who worked so hard to make this year’s production a success. Merry Christmas!
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Some of the Year 4 children made their First Reconciliation yesterday evening – they were a little nervous initially but came away from their chat with Fr Bill full of smiles. We were all so proud of them!
Year 4 Bikeability
Some children in Year 4 completed their Bikeability Level 1 award – this award aims to develop cycle-handling skills in an off-road, traffic-free environment. The goal for riders is to demonstrate excellent cycle handling skills and includes:
- Preparing for cycling
- Getting on and off your cycle
- Starting, stopping and controlling your cycle
- Stopping quickly and managing hazards
- Using gears
- Looking behind, riding with one hand and signalling
- Sharing space off road with pedestrians and other riders
Well done Year 4!
A Magical Visit from Father Christmas
Today was full of Christmas magic as we celebrated Christmas Pyjama Day! The children arrived in their cosiest pyjamas, ready for a day of festive fun.
We gathered around the Christmas tree for a special storytime when, to our amazement, Father Christmas himself made a surprise appearance! The excitement was electric as he joined us by the tree to share one of his favourite stories, The Gruffalo.
After the story, Father Christmas answered some of the children’s curious questions—there were plenty! The children couldn’t wait to tell him all about the mischief their naughty elves had been causing at home.
It was a truly magical moment! Thank you, Father Christmas, for making our day so special!
Pyjama Day
The Mini Vinnies organised a Pyjama Day to raise money for Norah’s North Pole and South Tyneside’s Nightwear Before Christmas appeals (see letter below containing additional information about the appeals).
The day was a huge success, with children and staff donning their PJs and loungewear for the event. It was made even more special with a surprise visitor, watching the EYFS and KS1 Nativity Dress Rehearsal and Christmas lunch.
The children raised £168.00 which was to be divided equally between the 2 appeals. Thank you so much for your generosity!
Mini Vinnies Christmas 2024 Fundraiser Letter
Y1’s Christingle Celebration
Year 1 explored the story of the Christingle and created their own as part of our Advent preparations. We began by learning about Bishop John de Watteville, who shared the first Christingle with children in his village to teach them about God’s promises.
Through the story, we discovered that:
- The orange represents the world, created by God and full of goodness.
- The red ribbon wrapped around the orange symbolises God’s love encircling the world.
- The four sticks symbolise the four seasons, and the treats on them remind us of the gifts God provides.
- The candle signifies Jesus, the Light of the World, shining in dark places.
The children thoroughly enjoyed making their own Christingles, carefully assembling each part and reflecting on its meaning. We concluded our lesson with a special Christingle Celebration of the Word, where we shared the story of the Christingle and talked about how we can share God’s love with others.
The flickering light of the candles reminded us all of the importance of kindness and hope, especially during this season of Advent.
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