End of Term Newsletter: December

Dear Parents/Carers,

As we finish on a wonderfully festive and productive term, we want to extend a huge thank you to all our families for your incredible support over the last few months. It has been a term filled with learning, laughter, and a true sense of Christmas spirit!

This term has been a great success across all year groups:

The final weeks of the term have been truly magical, thanks to the hard work of our staff, the enthusiasm of the children, and the incredible support of our whole school community.

• Rocking Around the Christmas Tree: A HUGE thank you must go to our dedicated PTA – PALS! They not only organised a wonderful Christmassy event but also sourced and decorated our magnificent Christmas Tree, transforming the school hall into a festive wonderland. The children also had a wonderful surprise visit from Father Christmas, this was a very special treat.
• KS1 Nativity Success: We were completely mesmerized by the talent and effort shown by our younger pupils in the Nativity. A big thank you goes to our EYFS and KS1 teachers and teaching assistants who worked tirelessly with the children to create an amazing Nativity performance that truly warmed our hearts.
• KS2 Carol Service: Our older pupils did us proud! Our KS2 children performed a beautiful and moving Carol Service at St. Mary’s Church, showcasing their stunning voices and professionalism.
• School Pantomime Magic: Our school pantomime was a joyous occasion enjoyed by all, providing a perfect and hilarious way to usher in the holidays, thank you to PALS for sponsoring this event.
• Rudolph Run for a Great Cause: The whole school has taken action at the end of term and this was full of festive cheer and rosy cheeks as we completed the Rudolph Run, successfully raising vital awareness and funds for the brilliant Greenwich and Bexley Community Hospice. Thank you for your sponsorship! So far, we have raised over £740, there is still time to donate by clicking on the link: https://www.justgiving.com/page/lspa-rudolph-run
• Christmas Jumper Day & Dinner: Thank you to everyone who participated in Christmas Jumper Day! It was lovely to see all the children in the Christmas spirit, enjoying their festive attire and a delicious school Christmas Dinner.

A Gentle Reminder: Please ensure you have booked your child’s lunch on ParentPay for the return to school the deadline will be Monday 5^th for booking lunch. You can also book your meals in advance for the half-term.

Key Dates for next half-term:

• Monday 5th January – Inset Day for staff only
• Tuesday 6th January – Children return as normal
• Tuesday 6^th January – Swimming resumes Year 6
• Wednesday 7^th January – Forest School starts for Nursery (remember to have a change of old, comfortable, waterproof clothes)
• Thursday 8^th January – Forest School starts for Reception (remember to have a change of old, comfortable, waterproof clothes)
• Thursday 5th February – Year 2 Florence Nightingale Museum
• Friday 6th February – NSPCC Number Day (Maths Day)
• Tuesday 10th February – Safer internet Day
• Thursday 12th February – Last day (Half- term finish at 3:15) *Nursery normal time 11:45
• Friday 13th February – LAT INSET Day for staff only

We know that children enjoy a well-deserved break, but a little learning over the holidays can make a big difference! We encourage you to:

• Read together: Even 10 minutes a day can help maintain progress.
• Count and calculate: Practice math skills through cooking, shopping, or board games.
• Get outdoors: Enjoy the winter weather and time together as a family.

We wish all our families a wonderful, restful, and joyful Christmas and a Happy New Year. We look forward to welcoming the children back, refreshed and ready for a new term, on Tuesday 6th January.

Best wishes for the festive season,

Mrs R England

Principal