Bulletin 24th March 2016
Dear Parents,
Despite the relatively short term, it has yet again been a very busy one and the children and staff
are certainly all ready for a break and lots of chocolate! We look forward to welcoming
everybody back on TUESDAY 12TH APRIL, as Monday 11th April is an INSET day.
YEAR 3/4 PRODUCTION OF OINK!
What a fantastic way to end the term. The Y3/4 staff and children excelled themselves with
their performances. They certainly earned their pyjama movie treat this afternoon. Well done
to everyone involved – it was worth every minute of hard work to see the enjoyment that the
children got from performing their show.
STAFFING
This week we have said farewell to Mrs. Bantick, Mrs. Coy and to Phil Searl, our chef. We wish
them all well in their new ventures. After Easter, Mrs. Clarke will return to Potley Hill full time
and Mrs. Inglis and Mrs. Elkins will be taking over in Robin Class.
EASTER EGG COMPETITION
We had such a fantastic response to our Easter Egg Competition and were impressed by the
creativity shown by all the children who entered; it certainly made the judging process very
challenging. Congratulations to the winners, who each received a chocolate egg. All children who
took part also received a small, chocolatey Easter treat!
YR – Lucas Brooks, Elijah Kennedy and Ethan Halls
Y1/2 – Scarlett Twigge-Molecey, Luke Jones and Jessica Flounders
Y3/4 – Aimee Bullock & Lyla Wetherill, Jamie Flounders and Kayleigh Cox
Y5/6 – Arthur Rose, Fraser Jarvis and Rossia Rogers
SPORT RELIEF
Thank you very much for contributing to Sport Relief last Friday. We managed to raise a grand total
of £256.10.
SPELLING TESTS Y2 – Y6
Next term we are making a change to spelling tests from Y2 upwards, in order to help the children
secure and apply their knowledge of spelling rules and patterns. The children will
continue to bring home their list of words, which they should practise spelling in preparation for
their test. Once they have been tested on their list of words, their teacher will give them three
additional 'surprise words'; these will be words which follow the same spelling rule or pattern as
those on their main list but will test children's ability to apply the spelling rule correctly. They will
then be given a dictated sentence to write down; this sentence will include at least one word which
follows the spelling pattern of the week, as well as other key words which they should be able to
spell. Overall, the children will be able to earn an extra 5 marks for their spelling test: 3 for their
surprise words and 2 for the dictated sentence (1 mark for spelling every word in the sentence
correctly and 1 for punctuating it correctly). You will be able to see how your child has done in their
spelling test in the usual way. This approach will bring an extra level of challenge for children of all
abilities and will strengthen the link between spelling tests and independent writing. All too often,
children learn a list of words for a test and then struggle to spell these words correctly when writing
independently. To support your child at home, talk to them about the spelling pattern or rule as
they are learning their spellings and perhaps try throwing in some surprise words of your own!
Happy spelling!
FACEBOOK & PARENTS
Please can we remind all parents, once again, that if there any issues that arise in school, please
contact either the Class Teacher or Head Teacher directly, rather than commenting on social media.
It seems that there were some negative comments about tickets for the Y3/4 production this week.
This is particularly disappointing, considering the amount of work which goes into preparing such a
first class production and I’m sure you can imagine how upsetting it can be for staff when comments
are made in this way. As I am sure you will understand, we have to adhere to fire regulations and
cannot exceed the capacity of the hall. We always aim to allocate tickets in the fairest way possible
and do ensure that additional ticket requests are granted wherever possible but this is particularly
difficult for the evening performance, which is always the most popular.
LEAD LEARNERS
Class
Child/ren
Caterpillar
Alisha Winterton
Reason
Independently writing some instructions to make chocolate
Easter nests.
Ladybird
Jasmine Gwillim
For excellent independence during reading time.
Dove
Amelia Adam
For using her independence muscle in Literacy this week to
write an amazing set of instructions on how to make a
chocolate Easter nest.
Robin
Erin Nicholson
For using her independence muscle at all times.
Puffin
Jarad Murray
For using his independence muscle during a 2 step subtraction
problem.
Whale
Matthew Nield
For always working well independently, but remembering to ask
for help when needed.
Shark
Lucy Adam
For using her independence muscle when thinking and
contributing to our RE lessons about the Easter story.
Dolphin
Finley Rogers
Leopard
Matthew Man
For developing his independence muscle in both Maths and
Literacy.
For using his independence and initiative to further his learning
in all areas of the curriculum
Lion
Luky Jones
Always taking a responsible attitude to all his work both
independently and as part of a team.
Tiger
Nothando
Chisangaurwe
For independently writing a fantastic persuasive letter.
ATTENDANCE
We have awarded 129 certificates to children who have achieved 100% attendance in the Spring
Term. This is particularly impressive, as the Spring Term is often filled with winter coughs and
colds. Well done everyone.
HEADTEACHER AWARDS
Congratulations to the following children, who have been awarded an end of term Head Teacher
Certificate.
Class
Caterpillar
Ladybird
Puffin
Dove
Robin
Whale
Shark
Dolphin
Lion
Leopard
Children
Melody Powley
Ben Gregory
Freya West
Reece Evans
Daisie Hayter
Henry West
Olivia Carroll
Oliver SimmondsButler
Milly Keatley
Jason Beer
Olivia Wheeler
Arran KissunGray
Megan Wood
Leo Willis
Isabel Paton
Rowan Shaw
Sam Watson
Liam Halpin
Katy Gardner
Ben Cripps
Tiger
Sophie Wildman
Luke Lunn
Reason
For always giving 100%.
For fantastic progress in maths.
For always trying hard with her literacy.
For impeccable behaviour at all times.
For trying hard with her reading and number work.
For always challenging himself in maths.
For always trying her very best and being so kind to others.
For always giving his best effort in any challenge set to him.
For always being polite, kind and well-mannered.
For always trying his best.
For striving to use all techniques taught to better her writing.
For always trying his best in lessons and being a helpful and caring
member of the class.
For always putting in 100% effort and being a pleasant member of
the class.
For a positive attitude to school life and learning.
For always contributing her valued ideas in lessons.
For excellent effort when challenging himself.
For always giving 100% in everything she does.
For always having excellent teamwork skills and a positive
attitude.
For her cheerful nature and excellent effort in class and valuable
contributions to class discussions.
For his excellent attitude to learning and being extremely kind and
helpful.
For always giving her absolute best.
For being an absolute topic superstar and working so hard.
STEP AWARDS
Well done to the following children who were awarded a STEP award (Sorry, Thank You, Excuse
Me, Please) for superb manners:
Hayden Barnes, Erin Nicholson, Lucas Turnbull, Sophie Wilson, Grace Seaman & Joseph Owen.
TERMLY CUPS
Congratulations to the following children who received termly cups:
Kaufman Cup – presented for outstanding citizenship – Scarlett Twigge-Molecey
Barratt Trophy – presented for outstanding progress – Eric Paraschiv
Bailey Cup – presented for Lead Learning – Arthur Rose
Fletcher Award – Maths – Angel Essuman
Fletcher Award – Writing – Samuel Qua
WELL DONE
Sophie Winstone, Sam Wilson, Leo Shaw and Arthur Rose recently participated in a Maths
Challenge at Yateley School and represented the school to a very high standard, winning the
challenge against 4 other local schools. Well done!
Our Football Team won their match against St. Joseph’s school this week. The score was 5 – 2 and
Potley scored all 7 goals! They now go through to the semi-finals of The Standing Cup. The team
have already won the League and the Futsal tournament this year; if they also win The Cup, they
would be the first school in Hampshire to win all 3 tournaments in the same year!
Reminders…..
EARLYBIRD CLUB
We have attached a copy of the booking form for next term for your convenience.
SAINSBURY’S ACTIVE KIDS
Great news, it’s that time of year again and Sainsbury’s Active Kids vouchers are available when you
shop instore or online. We have the collection box in the ICT Suite, so if you have some vouchers
please ask the children to pop them into the box. Vouchers can be collected from 27th January - 3rd
May 2016. Thank you.
SCHOOL MEAL PRICE INCREASE
Along with all other Hampshire schools, we will be increasing the cost of school meals to £2.10, to
come in to effect on 11 April 2016 - the first increase in six years. This is to meet the rising costs of
providing school meals and continues to represent good value for money for a two course, freshly
cooked school meal. The weekly cost for 5 meals will therefore be £10.50.
Executive Lead Member for Children's Services, Councillor Keith Mans said: "A healthy lunch at
school contributes significantly to a child's wellbeing and their capacity to learn through to the end of
the school day.”
CALENDAR DATES FOR SUMMER TERM
DATE
EVENT
th
Monday 11 April
INSET
Tuesday 12th April
Start of Summer Term
Wednesday 13th April
9:30 am ECOKIDS collection (PTA)
th
Tuesday 19 April
Anti-Bullying production to school & workshops
Friday 29th April
MUFTI DAY for PTA
Monday 2nd May
Yateley May Fair – PTA Bottle Stall
th
th
Monday 9 – Wednesday 11 May
Y4 residential trip to Marchants Hill (PGL)
Friday 13th May
PTA Quiz Night
Friday 20th May
Yr R Lads Day
Thursday 26th May
PTA Disco
th
W/c Monday 30 May
HALF TERM
Wednesday 8th June
French trip Information Evening 7pm
Wednesday 15th June
New Parents Information Evening
th
Friday 17 June
Sports morning
Friday 24th June
Reserve for Sports day
Friday 1st July
INSET
th
Monday 4 July
Y5/6 production to school
Tuesday 5th July
Y5/6 production to parents at 2.00 pm
Wednesday 6th July
Y5/6 production to parents at 7.00 pm. No children
Thursday 7th July
Friday 8th July
W/c Monday 11th July
Tuesday 19th July
Wednesday 20th July
Monday 5th September
under secondary school age.
Y6 to Y7 Transition Day to Secondary School
Move up day for all classes
Summer Fun Night
Y5/6 French trip all week
Happy Shoesday PTA event
Last day of term. Finish at 1pm
Start of Autumn term – may be INSET (tbc)
Mrs Heather Clarke
Headteacher
Email: [email protected]
www.potleyhill.hants.sch.uk
ECOKIDS COLLECTION - WEDNESDAY 13th APRIL 09.30am
The next Ecokids collection of clothes, bed linen and bric-a-brac will be on Wednesday 13th April at
9.30am. Bags and flyers were sent home last Friday. If you are thinking of having a good sort
out over the Easter holidays please keep us in mind. If you require extra bags these will be available
from the office, or you can place additional items in normal bags you use at home.
The leaflet attached to the bag confirms what items can and cannot be accepted but we have been
asked to particularly point out that the following items cannot be accepted:- nightwear,
school uniform, any type of underwear, socks, tights, vintage/out-dated clothing or
damaged, stained, unclean or torn items, bed linen and net curtains.
Please can bric-a-brac and small portable electrical item donations be placed in a separate bag to
other items.
If you are not sure what items can be donated please do not hesitate to contact Teresa Wilson at
[email protected] or 07745 226503.
Y 3\4 PRODUCTION ‘OINK’
Should you not have received your DVD order before the Easter break these will be distributed
after the holiday. If you have not placed your order yet please can you return the completed form,
along with payment after the Easter break by Friday 15th April.
POTLEY HILL PRIMARY SCHOOL
EARLY BIRD CLUB BOOKING FORM
PUPIL NAME(S) .............................................................................................. YEAR/CLASS _________
PARENT/CARER................................................................................................................................................
ADDRESS.............................................................................................................................................................
CONTACT TELEPHONE NUMBER __________________________________________
SCHOOL TERM DATES – PLEASE CIRCLE DATES YOU WOULD LIKE TO
BOOK
SUMMER TERM 2016
April
May
June
July
Monday
11 18 25 2 9 16 23 30
6 13 20 27
4 11 18
Tuesday
12 19 26 3 10 17 24 31
7 14 21 28
5 12 19
Wednesday 13 20 27 4 11 18 25
1 8 15 22 29
6 13 20
Thursday
14 21 28 5 12 19 26
2 9 16 23 30
7 14
Friday
15 22 29 6 13 20 27
3 10 17 24
1 8 15
Inset Day
11th April
Inset Day
1st July
Half-term
30th May – 3rd June
End of Term 20th July
EACH SESSION COSTS £4.00 AND PAYMENT MUST BE PAID AT TIME OF
BOOKING. PAYMENTS CAN BE MADE WEEKLY OR MONTHLY.
(NO CREDITS/REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN FOR MISSED SESSIONS, including illness,
that have not been previously cancelled by 4pm the previous day)
Please read the Terms & Conditions for the Early Bird Club
TOTAL NUMBER OF SESSIONS REQUIRED = .......................
CASH OR CHEQUE PAYMENT (TO ‘HCC’) OF
£......................
WEEK 1
11th Apr, 2nd May,
23rd May, 20th June
11th July
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Red Option
Cheese and Tomato
Pizza
With diced potatoes
Pasta
Bolognaise
Roast Pork with stuffing
Roast potatoes
And gravy
Chicken and Vegetable
Wrap with
Savoury rice
Salmon Nuggets
With
Oven chips
Green Option
Vegetable and Bean
Chilli
With rice
Cheese, Tomato and
Quorn Puff with Pesto
and new potatoes
Penne Pasta
With
Tomato sauce
Cheese, Potato and
Onion
Layer bake
Spinach, Feta and
Tomato whirl
Yellow Option
Jacket Potato with
Grated cheese,
Tuna Mayo,
Or Baked Beans
Jacket Potato with
Grated cheese,
Tuna Mayo,
Or Baked Beans
Jacket Potato with
Grated cheese,
Tuna Mayo,
Or Baked Beans
Jacket Potato with
Grated cheese,
Tuna Mayo,
Or Baked Beans
Jacket Potato with
Grated cheese,
Tuna Mayo,
Or Baked Beans
Vegetables
Vegetables
of the day
Vegetables
of the day
Vegetables
of the day
Vegetables
of the day
Vegetables
of the day
Dessert
Summer Fruit
Sponge
Chocolate and Raisin
Rice Crispie Cake
Apple and Peach Pie
With custard
Apricot Flapjack
Cheese and Crackers