Radley CE Primary School & Foundation Stage Unit www.radley-pri.oxon.sch.uk OCTOBER NEWSLETTER Dear Parents, October 2018 As I write we are coming to the culmination of what has been a fabulous Art Week at school, which has been very much enjoyed by both children and staff alike. Co-ordinated by Mrs Sparks, the week has had a Narnian theme, based around C.S Lewis book of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. May I also thank you for your support of your children during Art Week. This has taken many forms - from the materials (and art overalls!) sent into school for the children to use, to those volunteers who have assisted us, and for your support of your children at home on the tremendous pieces of art work they have brought into school. Art Week has also included an opportunity for children to spend time in the Narnian themed Prayer Space. This has taken place in The Church Hut, where the children have seemed to enter the land of Narnia itself. There are more details and pictures of the various activities later in the newsletter. We are now looking forward to our Harvest Festival Service which takes place in St James Church on Wednesday 17th October at 9.15am, and to which you are most cordially welcome to join us. We would be very grateful for any gifts of nonperishable items of food, which will be donated to Abingdon Food Bank. We look forward to seeing you at our Parents Evenings next week, when your child s teacher will have an opportunity to talk with you about your child s progress. Whilst you are in school, we also hope you will enjoy looking at the many different forms of art work created by your children during this week. I also write to let you know that the Parish Council are looking to fund the appointment of a temporary road crossing patrol person for the beginning and end of the school day. There are further details about this later in the newsletter and, should you know of anyone who might be interested in applying for this position, I would be grateful if you would let them know. Thank you. Finally, as I finish, may I remind you that the school will not be open for children on Friday 19 October prior to the Half Term holiday, because of a staff training day. With my best wishes, Grace Slater Headteacher
Thames Class Y6 Parents Parents can now submit online applications for children to transfer from primary to secondary school for Year 7 entry in September 2019. Parents should apply direct at: www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/secondaryadmissions Parents unable or unwilling to apply online, can complete the secondary application form by hand, this should then be posted recorded delivery to the Admissions Team or hand delivered to County Hall. Please ask the school office for a form. Parents are advised to apply online where possible as this is the most secure method of applying. The deadline for receipt of completed applications, online or on paper, is 31 October 2018. Places will be confirmed on 1 st March 2019. Sports News Multi Sports Event On Wednesday 25 th September, Year 2 from Cherwell class were invited to attend a Multi Sports Event at Thomas Reade School. During the morning, the class had 40 minute taster sessions in Tennis, Golf and Martial Arts. The children had a great time and were very enthusiastic in trying new sports. Abingdon Primary School Cross Country Competition On Thursday 4 th October Team Radley went to Tilsley Park to take part in the Abingdon Primary Schools Cross County competition, together with 15 other local schools. During the PE lessons in the last 3 weeks, trials have been taking place to select 2 teams from Isis and Thames class. 8 children from Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6 represented the school. Well done to everyone who took part especially the girls teams who have got through to the Vale Finals. Thank you to all the parents who have helped to transport the children to these events. I could not enter the competitions without your support. Mrs Yates PE Co-Ordinator
Art Week We have been delighted by the children s energy and enthusiasm embracing our whole school Narnia themed Art Week. As the doors opened on Monday, children arrived ready for a busy week of creating and making, many having brought in their own impressive work inspired by famous artists, designers or architects. Monday was a whirlwind of activity with each class enjoying a hands on workshop delivered by visiting artist, Peter Swidrak. A range of materials and techniques were experienced throughout the year groups and each class engaged with a variety of artwork by famous artists. Isis and Cherwell classes also enjoyed tours around the Radley College Art Gallery and Art Department, where they took part in a scavenger hunt. On Tuesday and Wednesday, we enjoyed mixed group activities where children spent time in their Houses. Activities included: Narnia character sculpting; water colour Aslan; wintery Narnia; and What s through the wardrobe multimedia. During these sessions, children were also invited to contribute to our Whole School collaborative Aslan, who will proudly display our school values of Relationships, Resilience and Respect. Thames Class then enjoyed their tour of the Radley College Design and Technology and Art Departments on Wednesday afternoon. To complete our themed week, each class was invited to spend time in the Narnia themed Prayer Space, located in the Church Hut. This provided a welcome opportunity for peace and reflection. Following a creative and productive week, we have one final treat Radley Primary s very own Narnia, in part of our Forest School area. This has been lovingly created by the FSU team, with the work of the children, and they have kindly invited each class the opportunity to visit it early next week. During your visits next week to Parents evenings, we invite you to have a good look at the displays of the children s creative efforts, which will be in the main reception area and throughout the school corridors. An enormous thank you to all our parent volunteers throughout the week and to the Radley College Art and DT Departments for their generous contribution of time, resources and creative energies. This has really been a week of community efforts. Heather Sparks Art Co-ordinator
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School Office Macmillan Coffee Morning A huge thank you to all the parents who donated cakes and attended the coffee morning in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. The final total raised was 102.40. Parent Interviews W/C 8 th October Please sign your name against an appointment time to speak with your child s class teacher. The sign-up sheets are in the reception. Thank you. Snack Oxfordshire County Council provides free fruit and vegetables for all children in Reception, Year one and Year two. These are distributed at playtime in the morning and make up a healthy snack for the children. Fruit is available for purchase as a mid morning snack for all other year groups. At the beginning of the Autumn, Spring and Summer terms you will notice an amount owing on your School Money account for fruit (for all children in Isis and Thames). This gives parents the choice to purchase fruit at the start of each term. If you choose not to, then this amount will be deleted from your account. School Meals Taster Session Sarah Smith, our cook, will be holding a taster session in the school reception area from 3pm until 6pm on Monday 8 th October. All parents are welcome to come and try some of the food that is provided for our school meals. Football Club Please note that there is no football club on Friday 19th October as school is closed for staff training. School Photographs Friday 2nd November am The school photographer will be taking individual photographs of all the children plus a photograph of children who have siblings in school together. Families with younger children, who are not in school, are welcome to have a group photograph taken of their children and should come to the school hall for 8.30am on that day. Non Uniform Day - Friday 16 th November. Children can donate 1.00 for this privilege. All the money raised will be donated to Children in Need. Starting School September 2019 Parents of children born between 1st September 2014 and 31st August 2015 (inclusive) need to apply for a primary school place for their children. Parents must apply for a school place for their child even if the child attends a nursery class at the school listed as a preference. From 25 th October 2018 you can apply online at: www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/primaryadmissions If you cannot apply online, you can request a paper application form from the school office. The closing date for on-time applications is 15th January 2019. The Primary offer date for on-time applications is 16th April 2019.
Radley CE Primary School - Road Crossing Patrol Person An opportunity has arisen, with funding from the Parish Council, for the appointment of a temporary School Crossing Patrol Person. This is a term time only appointment, with hours between 8.25am and 9.10am each morning and 2.50pm 3.35pm each afternoon. Training through Oxfordshire County Council, and appropriate clothing will be provided. The pay for this position would be 8.75 per hour. For further information or an application form, please contact the School Office on 01235 520814, or email to office@radleyprimary.uk Applicants must be aged 18 or over, and it may be possible for a job-share to be considered. The closing date for applications is Friday 19 October 2018. Friends of Radley Primary School Thank you to the parents that attended the last meeting. We are always very pleased to see new parents! Rags2Riches 4 Schools We have a Rags2Riches 4 Schools collection on Wednesday 10 th October. Start collecting your unwanted clothes, soft toys, shoes, belts and handbags! Please bring your filled bags to school on Monday 8 th October and place outside the Old School building. Thank you. Great Radley Primary Bake-Off! We are looking for your favourite recipes to include in our Radley Primary Christmas Cookbook. These can be sweet or savoury, for breakfast, lunch, dinner or pudding! To submit a recipe please: Type or write your recipe (if possible include a photo of the finished item) and hand to Jackie in the office or email to radleyfriends@gmail.com Thank you! Halloween Themed Family Bingo Invites have been sent out for our Halloween themed Family Bingo evening on Tuesday 30 th October from 5pm to 6.30pm. If you wish to join in the fun, please return the form with payment by Wednesday 17 th October to the school office. Non Uniform Day Friday 23rd November We would like donations for the Christmas hampers please or a donation of 2.00. A list of items needed will be available in the reception area after half term. Personalised Christmas Products A sheet has been sent home to fill in with your child s artwork, together with an information sheet about the items you can order. To ensure you receive your cards and gifts in time for Christmas, please return your drawing/order form to the school office as soon as possible. Please make cheques payable to Friends of Radley Primary School. Thank you. Christmas Fair The Christmas Fair will be held on Friday 7th December from 5pm to 7pm. Further details to follow.
Diary Dates 1st to 5th October Thursday 4th October Monday 8th October Wednesday 10th October Art Week Cross Country Tilsley Park Isis and Thames Flu Vaccinations R, Y1, Y2, Y3, Y4 & Y5 Parents Evening 3.30pm 6pm (Y1 to Y6) Parents Evening 3.15 6pm (Windrush) Rags2Riches for Schools Collection (am) Vale Cross Country Final 11.30am to 3pm Thursday 11th October Parents Evening 4.pm 7pm (Y1 to Y6) Friday 12th October Wednesday 17th October Friday 19th October Reception Eye Tests Harvest Festival in St. James Church am Inset Day school closed 22nd to 26th October Half Term break school closed Monday 29th October Back to School
Diary Dates Monday 29th October Tuesday 30th October Wednesday 31st October Friday 2nd November W/C 12th November Monday 13th November Friday 16th November Tuesday 20th November Monday 26th November Friday 23rd November Friday 7th December Tuesday 11th December Wednesday 12th December Thursday 13th December Monday 17th December Wednesday 19th December Thursday 20th December Friday 21st December Term begins Family Bingo 5pm to 6.30pm Closing date for applications for Secondary School Individual School Photographs Anti-Bullying Week Swimming Gala Radley College pm Y5/6 Selected Non Uniform Day in aid of Children in Need Isis Class visit to Ashmolean Museum Thames last swimming lesson Non Uniform Day Donations for Christmas Fair Christmas Fair 5.00pm to 7.00pm Christmas Production (Cherwell Class) 2pm Christmas Production (Cherwell Class) 6pm Christmas Production (Windrush Class) 2.15pm Cherwell Christmas Party 1.30 3pm School Christmas Dinner Thames Christmas party 1.30 3pm Isis Christmas Party 1.30 3pm End of Term school finishes at 1.30pm 24th December 4th January inc. Christmas break Monday 7th January 2018 Spring Term begins Back to school