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"Together we Learn and Grow" 

21st October 2022 

Half Term News

Next week is a busy one at school, even though we are on half-term break. We are having new radiators and a heat pump fitted in our main building to replace our old oil boiler system, just in time for the colder weather! This is just phase one of an exciting decarbonisation plan, which will also involve new windows, doors and solar panels on the main building.

There will be some disruption to school over the next few weeks, but it is going to be worth it, and we are very excited about becoming the first school in Somerset to benefit from this scheme.

School Photos - Reminder

Tulip Photography will be in school on the first day back after half-term to take individual and sibling photos.

Year 6 Parents - Reminder

The closing date for applying for a secondary school place next September (2023), is 31st October 2022. To apply, click here. 

Attendance

I am pleased to report that attendance for the first half-term stands at 95.5% across the school, which is higher than the national average. Thankfully we have been relatively unaffected by COVID-19 since we started back in September, although we are starting to see a few cases reappearing now. The current guidance we have been issued with is that children with a positive COVID-19 test result should try to stay home for three days after they took their test - we will be asking for parents to follow these guidelines if the situation requires.

Cake Sale

Thank you for supporting the WSA cake sale after school yesterday. It was lovely to see, and taste, the cakes that were donated and to see so many parents in attendance.

Non School Uniform Day

The children have really engaged with the spooky theme of our non school uniform today to raise funds for the WSA. Thank you for your support.

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Wells Cathedral News

GAIA has landed at Wells Cathedral!  And we’re delighted to be offering some exciting activities for families over the October break.

Come and see Luke Jerram’s touring artwork – a 7-metre model of the earth as it looks from space! You can pick up a free Earth Explorer Trail leaflet which takes you on a tour of the Cathedral whilst picking up tips on how to become a Steward of the Earth.

Book onto a felting workshop where children can make their own mini-Gaia as a beautiful souvenir of their visit.  Available to book here

For further information, visit https://www.wellscathedral.org.uk/cathedral-events/gaia/

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Eggs for Breakfast?

Do you like fresh eggs for breakfast? If so then our hens can provide you with plenty if you sign up on Scopay to pop in to school to feed and water the chickens. We are really proud of our chickens, and they are a big part of school life. Any help over half-term will be gratefully received. Many thanks.

Starting School in September 2023

The online form for starting school applications for 2023 is open. You are advised to carefully read the Primary Admissions Guide before making your application. The form can be found by clicking here.

The deadline for primary school applications is Sunday 15th January 2023.

21 Oct 2022
Spooky Non School Uniform Day
The children dressed up in spooky costumes for school today
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20 Oct 2022
Wells Lit Fest
Chestnut Class visited Wells Festival of Literature this week
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14 Oct 2022
Lego Club
Mr Anderton will be starting a weekly Lego Club on Thursdays for children in Year 2 to 6 after half-term
Read more
05 Oct 2022
Mendip Cross Country Event
Our children took part in the first Mendip Cross Country League event of the season this week.
Read more

Diary Dates

Henton Hall Christmas Fair
11:00am – 3:00pm
23
October
Half Term
9:00am – 3:20pm
From 24 Oct until 28 Oct
24
October
Individual School Photos
9:00am – 10:30am
31
October
Lego Club with Mr Anderton (Y2-6)
3:20pm – 4:15pm
From 03 Nov and on Thursday each week until 07 Dec
03
November
Science Club
3:20pm – 4:15pm
From 08 Nov and on Tuesday each week
08
November
Flu Vaccinations
1:00pm – 2:00pm
10
November
Lego Club with Mr Anderton (Y2-6)
3:20pm – 4:15pm
From 03 Nov and on Thursday each week until 07 Dec
10
November

Safeguarding is everybody's business

If you are worried about a child or young person who could be in danger, please contact Children's Social Care on 0300 123 2224 or by email at childrens@somerset.gov.uk or contact the police directly by dialling 101, and they will discuss with Children's Social Care. In an emergency, always contact the police by dialling 999.

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