With Christ at our side to guide us,
we shine in all that we do.
Our Key Stage 2 children have been working hard rehearsing A Prophecy Predicted, written by the talented Mr Richardson. This week, they finally got the chance to show off their hard work and perform for their families in our school hall.
The children were absolutely wonderful! They raised the roof with their beautiful, joyous voices. Our brave soloists and narrators were brilliant too. What a performance! We are so very proud of each and every one of them.
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!
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!
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
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 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.
Well done to all the children in Year 5 for leading our Celebration of the Word this week. It was wonderful to have time to reflect on this special time of year – a time of waiting in joyful hope. You all spoke clearly and sang so beautifully. Well done! 
Year 4 enjoyed sharing their class Celebration of the Word with parents so they decided to share it with their peers in school as well.
In RE, Year 4 have been learning about Reconciliation. Some of the children have been preparing for their First Reconciliation. The Sacrament of Reconciliation celebrates the fact that we are loved and forgiven by God and that when we say sorry to one another and experience forgiveness we are experiencing God’s forgiveness.
We all know that God loves us and is always ready to forgive us, no matter what. His love for us is unconditional. The children wanted to share this unconditional love and friendship with their families and friends in our ‘Lost Sheep’ Celebration of the Word.
The Children in Need Fundraiser was a huge success! The Mini Vinnies and School Councillors sold Pudsey pin badges, pens and wristbands. They also sold raffle tickets which entered the children into a raffle for a Giant Pudsey bear and 2 smaller Pudseys (as runner-up prizes) as well as a yummy cake to share with their friends in class today.
Due to the generosity of our amazing St Bede’s families, we had enough cakes for all of the children to enjoy another cake on Children in Need Day on Friday.
The kindness of you all has been phenomenal! Thanks to your fantastic generosity we raised £250.00 for Children in Need.
The Mini Vinnies and the children of St Bede’s wanted to help people in the local community by supporting the Key to Life Foodbank (an operation providing emergency food and support to people in crisis across South Tyneside) with their Halloween Appeal – Donate If You Dare – to Scare Hunger way!
The families of St Bede’s have been extremely generous in their donations. Here are the Mini Vinnies with the food collected.
A huge thank you to everyone for your kindness!
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