A big well done to the Stars of the Week!
Look out for some exciting changes to the certificates after half term!
Weekly School Newsletter
#wakeupwednesday What Parents Need to Know about School Avoidance
School avoidance is a sharply increasing phenomenon, with tangible negative effects on children’s wellbeing and education. The factors that come together to make a child consciously avoid seeing their classmates and teachers can be much more complicated than is often assumed. A careful, mindful approach from parents, carers and educators is required to help children return to an environment that may be causing them intense anxiety.
Our guide aims to help you understand the issue of school avoidance – not only its potential roots and ramifications, but also what you can do to help children and young people navigate these obstacles and continue their education.school-avoidance
Weekly Certificates
Well done to the certificate winners this week!
Forest Church
Dear Friends,
We are very much looking forward to a woodland Forest Church on Sunday- 3pm, Beam House, Little Ensdon, SY4 1EP (by kind permission of the Holbrook family). We will be going to a beautiful patch of wild woodland, so trousers are highly recommended as there are plenty of thriving nettles. Do bring a packed tea- we will provide drinks at the end (cold ones if we discover ourselves in summer, hot ones if not!). There is a walk through a field to the woodland, but we do also have a ‘taxi’ by way of a 4×4 truck for those who require it. Please leave dogs at home this time- there are badgers and rabbits living in the woods. We may also have time just to admire the traditional farmyard buildings- a rare survivor from a bygone age!
Directions
Whilst it is possible to get to Beam House by taking the Little Ensdon turning off the A5 and then bearing left at the fork in the lane, we don’t recommend this route as the turn is on a blind corner, and therefore very dangerous. Instead, we suggest:
Coming from Montford Bridge: drive up Forton Bank and turn left at Dobsons Corner as if going to Adcote School.
Coming from Fitz/ Leaton: drive through Forton Heath and then turn right at Dobsons Corner as if going to Adcote School.
Drive along, going straight past the staggered junction to Ensdon on the left and Broomfields on the right. Continue forward to the next crossroads which is signed Ensdon and Nescliffe (This sign is difficult to read coming from Forton Bank). Turn left at this crossroad and you will probably see Nibbs Heath pond on your right. Continue along this lane towards the A5 for 0.7 of a mile until you come to a sharp bend (the lane is very narrow in places). Turn right here. There will be a bungalow on your left. Continue past that and up the drive, and park at the big barn.
There will be a couple of signs out towards the end of the journey.
We’re very much looking forward to seeing you!
With blessings,
Hannah x
A Prayer for Summer
Revel in Summer
Dear God,
Let us revel in summer.
Let us soak up the long days and warm sun.
May our feet walk on sandy beaches and our heads rest on thick grass under blue skies. May we listen to and marvel at the singing of the birds and stop to watch blissful children at play. This summer, God, may our breathing slow and our hearts open. God help us to be present to all that is so that we might best see all that might be.
Written by David Johnson
EWO Information
Please read the following information about EWOs:
Education Welfare Officer (EWO): An Education Welfare Officer is a dedicated professional who plays a crucial role in promoting regular school attendance. EWOs visit schools to meticulously monitor attendance patterns.
Their focus extends beyond mere numbers; they keenly observe signs that may indicate underlying challenges. By collaborating closely with school staff, parents, and students, EWOs provide invaluable support to enhance attendance.
It’s important to recognize that improved school attendance not only impacts academic outcomes but also contributes significantly to social and emotional well-being.
Should you have any inquiries regarding attendance or seek guidance, I encourage you to engage with your school, as they are well-equipped to assist you.
DECREASING DEPRESSION – FREE TALK
May 14th 7-8pm
Jane Keyworth, Lead Facilitator at FACE
gives a one hour online talk explaining
what we can do to reduce the symptoms of depression.
We are celebrating an award!
We are celebrating receiving the Bronze Award from ‘Rail Safe Friendly’ this week!
To achieve this award we have taught children about how to stay safe on the railways using the resources from Rail Safe Friendly.
If you are interested in watching these videos please see these links:
KS1
https://learnliveuk.com/ks1-primary-school-safety-talk/
KS2
https://learnliveuk.com/network-rail-primary-school-safety-talk
