Newsletter 13
17th March 2017
Dear Parents,
Something I am sure those of you who were able to visit during this week’s Open Sessions noticed is the
school is looking particularly vibrant. Teachers have been working really hard to continue to develop the
children’s learning environments both to promote independent learning as well as to celebrate the children’s
work. Displays form an integral part of pupils’ learning – celebrating effort, guiding next steps in learning and
promoting independence by providing examples for reference, such as key vocabulary, phonic blends and
calculation examples.
It has not just been parents visiting this week, we were also visited by our Hertfordshire Improvement
Partner, Mrs Marie Harvey from Herts for Learning, who works with the Governing Board and myself to
monitor standards of teaching and learning throughout the school. We visited every classroom in the school
during the morning, watching lessons, speaking with children and looking at books. Mrs Harvey recognised
the positive attitudes of the pupils, the excellent standards of behaviour and noted too the way advice
received from curriculum advisors has been acted upon by staff to ensure our focus remains on continual
improvements in teaching and learning in order that our standards are maintained. Further work on the
development of a consistent ‘language of learning’ throughout the school and the development of greater
challenge for all pupils through further development of the ‘mastery’ curriculum will be just some of the
aspects the Governors and I will be incorporating into our school development plan over the coming
months.
We have also welcomed local schools and visited others to play both netball and football and you can’t
escape the sporting escapades of our Key Stage 2 pupils this week – they have somewhat taken over the
Newsletter - but I am delighted with both their efforts and enthusiasm and am really proud of their attitude
towards their sports. Being reflective sportsmen and women is a vital aspect of improved performance and
the tenacity shown by both squads has been really pleasing to see. You can read of their exploits below. In
addition, Mrs Wakeman and Mr Barker have been working hard to source external providers to extend the
availability of sporting clubs for our younger pupils in the summer term to ensure we continue to develop
our ‘home grown talent’ for the future. More news will follow in next week’s Community Newsletter so do
keep your eye out for the information and sign up fast to secure your places.
You may have spotted some other visitors this week, visitors of the feathered variety – Margot, Jerry and
Tom usually put in an appearance at this time of year - and although I am not sure they will stay for long,
they do bring a smile to the face first thing in the morning. It has also been good to know I am not the only
one who talks to them!
I wish you all an enjoyable weekend,
Kind regards,
Suzanne Webb
Top Bananas
These children received Bananas Awards last week for ‘Being Resilient’
C1 Theo
C12 Alfie
C2
C3 Arthur, Harry
C34 Sophie, Alice
C4
C5 Megan
C56 George
C6
Lily, Eleanor
Alex
Charlie
These children received Bananas Awards today for ‘Being Mindful’
C1 Lara
C12 Harry
C3 Duncan
C34 Felicity
C5 Oscar
C56 Jacob
Joe W
Arianne
Zoe
C2
C4
C6
Top Bananas – Themes to follow:
Date
Top Banana
How to support this theme at home
Theme
Week of
Being a global
To coincide with Comic Relief we will focus on developing an
citizen
awareness on life beyond our Harpenden ‘bubble’ to think about
20th March
how we can support others to fulfil their potential. Talk to your
child about how different life can be for other children in the world.
27th March
Being healthy
Discuss with your child the different ways they can stay healthy,
through physical activity, healthy eating and staying hydrated.
Encourage a ‘healthy body makes a heathy mind’ approach to the last
week of term and make the most of the (hopefully) warmer weather
to spend longer outside!
Dentist Visit
On Wednesday, children in Year 3 and 4 enjoyed a visit from Esther Hathorn
from Visage Dental. As part of their science learning on teeth, the children have
been learning about the different types of teeth that humans have, what they are
used for and how to look after them. The children asked lots of interesting
questions, listened brilliantly and really enjoyed their sessions. At the end of the
afternoon, they all took home a timer to help ensure that they are cleaning their
teeth for the recommended 2 minutes!
Young Filmmakers Club
In Assembly today we were delighted to welcome Jo Ann who introduced her Filmmakers Club to the
children. This will be running after school on Wednesdays next term. Please see the attached flyer for details
on how to enrol your child.
Active Kids Vouchers
Once again Sainsburys are running their Active Kids Voucher Scheme. Over the years we have collected lots
of vouchers and this has enabled us to replenish and renew a wide variety of sport equipment. We look
forward to once again being able to order new and exciting things to enable our PE lessons, outdoor areas
and playtimes to be as well resourced as possible. Please send your vouchers into the school office.
Ways to collect:
Sainsbury’s Local - In Sainsbury’s Local stores you’ll get one voucher for every £5 you spend.
Sainsbury’s Supermarkets - Every time you shop at a Sainsbury’s Supermarket you’ll be given one voucher
for every £10 you spend at the till.
Online - You’ll still receive the equivalent of one voucher for every £10 you spend. But they’ll all be printed
on one piece of paper up to the maximum value of 50 vouchers – so make sure you keep it safe.
SEND Coffee afternoon
We will be holding a coffee afternoon for parents of pupils with SEND on Wednesday 22nd March at
2.15pm. This is an informal opportunity for parents to meet our new SENDCo, Steph O’Neill before she
takes on the role after Easter. Please email the school office to confirm your attendance by Tuesday
21st March. I look forward to seeing you there. Mrs Shore
Sports Roundup
Sports Premium activities.
During the Spring term Year's 5 and 6 have had specialist tag rugby sessions delivered by Harpenden
Football and Rugby Club coach Gavin Lendon. These sessions have built on the work that the children
covered during the Autumn term, by focusing on the tactics and techniques required for individuals and
teams. During the last session children took part in an inter house tag rugby tournament, which required
them to play in their house teams. Our grateful thanks go to Mr Francey who helped arrange for us to have
Gavin in school and to Gavin, who gave up his time to come into school during the working day.
Mr Barker & Mrs Wakeman
"I thought the sessions were managed very well as they were enjoyable and everyone was involved" Alex P
C5
"I really enjoyed the matches that we played and the sportsmanship that everyone showed." - Abi L C6
Netball
On Monday 6th March we welcomed Crabtree to our school. This was to be our first home match and
everyone was very excited to be playing. The A team started off incredibly well with 2 excellent goals scored
by Ben. The team played brilliantly and I could really see that they have improved and had got better at their
passing. The team continued to do well and finished off with a final score of 7 – 3.
The B team, made up of Year 5, were enthusiastic even when they found out they were playing more
experienced Year 6's. They played well and the score, 9-1 to Crabtree, didn't reflect how much they have
improved. I was really pleased to see that there was better passing, that they were driving forward towards
the goal and were able to intercept the ball.
After the matches finished, myself and the other teacher from Crabtree suggested that we did a 10 minute
training game where we could stop the children and explain how to get better. This was excellent and the A
team won 2 - 0 and the B team lost 3- 0. The afternoon was very enjoyable and lots of fun was had.
On Monday 13th March, I took an eager team of girls to compete in the Harpenden School Sports Association
Netball tournament. The sun shone and the girls loved representing the school.
They played 6 matches and although there were mixed results against each school, they played fairly, showed
great sportsmanship and got better with every match.
Tara C- S and Sophie B did a great job scoring goals along with Abbie and Zoe helping move the game
speedily along.
Results
Roundwood V St Nicks
Roundwood V St Hildas
Roundwood V St Dominics
Roundwood V The Lea
Roundwood V Crabtree
Roundwood V Wood End
0-9
2-8
3-2
6-1
0-3
2 - 5 (Would have been 3 - 5 but a disallowed goal due to a player off side)
Mrs Wakeman
"The afternoon was really fun. We got really hot and loved running around. By
the end my hands hurt from catching the ball so many times." Elsa
"I had a great afternoon because it was really warm and sunny. We did
surprisingly well and I'm looking forward to playing again next year." Eva
"I have really enjoyed the afternoon because we got to play my favourite sport.
We played really well and even lost some we still persevered through." Abbie
Tennis
We are very grateful to Mr Lawlor and Harpenden Tennis club for kindly regripping lots of tennis
rackets used in PE lessons. After a very kind offer and conversation with him, Mrs Lawlor
collected the rackets and less than a week later we had them returned with lovely new colourful
grips. We all look forward to using these again in our PE lessons.
Thank you. Mrs Wakeman
Football Tournament
On Monday 6th March we took part in the Harpenden Schools Partnership Sports Football Rally at Wood
End. We started off really well with a 5-0 win against Manland before a very close 1-0 loss to the Grove.
Our performance picked up again when we managed to beat St Dominic's 3-2, before our final game saw us
lose 3-1 to The Lea. Although we came second in our pool, we didn't manage to qualify for the semi-finals. I
was very impressed with how all of the children conducted themselves throughout the afternoon and with
the positive attitude even after games hadn't gone our way.
On Wednesday 8th March we welcomed Crabtree in the last round of the Harpenden Schools Partnership
Football League. The blue team started off very positively as George N heading the ball over the goalkeeper
to take the lead. However Crabtree reacted well scoring before half time to leave the score 1-1. With a
minute left in the game it took a well struck shot from Tom A to seal the victory for Roundwood. The blue
and yellow team managed to secure a 0-0 draw in the other game. I would like to say thank you to all of the
children who have represented the school within the league games this year. Mr Barker
Digital Parenting Magazine
New copies of Digital Parenting Magazine have arrived in school. Last time we ordered these, demand was
low but I would urge people to come and collect a copy (there are lots of useful and interesting
articles). Digital Parenting magazine is a magazine full of articles about children and technology.
Articles in this quarter's copy include:
- How not to embarrass your child on social media
- Inspiring girls to break into the tech industry
- Using technology to enjoy the great outdoors
- What is digital resilience
- Adjusting parental controls as your children grow up
- Apps for the under 10s
- Is your family cyber secure?
- Online peer pressure
- A parents guide to gaming
- Keeping children safe online, where can I find help?
- Safety controls on search engines
- Games ratings explained
If you have not yet collected your copy, please do ask at the office. Miss Barltrop
Comic Relief
This year's Red Nose Day will soon be upon us, Friday 24th March. The School Council have decided on a
red themed non-uniform day for a suggested donation of £2 and a cake sale to be held after school (any
baking donations would be greatly received, if they could be left at the school office on that morning please)
along with lots of other fun activities throughout the day. The School Council
Lunch arrangements – Key Stage Two
Please note that the deadline for payments for Key Stage Two lunches is 29th March.
Parent Volunteers for lunchtime
Periodically we like to request if there are any parents who could spare an hour to help at lunchtime.
We already have a number of amazing parents who have helped out over the last few years but we would
like to put out a fresh call for help.
If you feel you could offer help, between 12 and 1pm and you are DBS/CRB checked, please let the office
know. Many thanks.
Law change for using your mobile phone whilst driving
It is illegal to use a hand-held phone or similar device while driving, or riding a motorcycle - this is still the
case stopped at traffic lights or queuing in traffic. Did you know? It is also illegal to use a hand-held mobile
when supervising a learner driver or rider. New penalties now mean that motorists and motorcyclists
caught using a phone while driving and riding will receive six penalty points on their licence and a £200 fine.
This means that new drivers, within two years of passing their test, run the risk of losing their licence for a
single offence.
Keep safe – put your phone away in the glove compartment. Katherine Ware Senior Officer – Hertfordshire
Road Safety Partnership
Job Opportunities at Roundwood
Finance and Resources Administrator: https://goo.gl/XYFWn3
Music Teacher: https://goo.gl/i77jHn
E-Safety Tip:
Help your child to understand that some people lie online and therefore it’s better to keep online mates
online. They should never meet up with any strangers without an adult they trust.
Multi-Skill Afterschool Club
Primary Coaching Academy
I am extremely excited to announce the new Multi-Skill afterschool clubs here at Roundwood Primary School
which I will be providing as well as being a new sports coach at the school. The Multi-Skills afterschool clubs
are perfect for younger children, learning the basic fundamental skills for all sports through fun and interactive
games. They will mainly focus on the ‘ABC’s which are Agility, Balance and Co-ordination. These will be fun
filled afterschool clubs helping your child become more confident and able in a sporting environment. Every
week your child will be experiencing harder tasks to showcase his/her ability within sport whether that be in
small teams or individually. The level of confidence and enjoyment within sport will be noticeable as the weeks
progress.
The NEW clubs start after Easter for Reception and Year 1 children. Each session will be 1 hour long from
15:00-16:00. The Monday club runs for 11 sessions (24th April through to 17th July) and fees are £82.50 for the
term. There is also a Friday club running for 11 sessions ( 21st April to 14th July) and fees are £82.50 for the
term. PLACES ARE LIMITED TO 16 per day!
** ANY ENQUIRIES OR COMMUNICATION REGARDING PLACES? PLEASE CONTACT LUCA RICCIO DIRECTLY ON 07507639938 OR
[email protected]
APPLICATION FORM
CHILD NAME: ……………………………………………………
CLASS :……………………………………
PARENT NAME: ……………………………………………
EMAIL: ………………………………………………………………
EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME AND NUMBER: ……………………………………………
DOES YOUR CHILD SUFFER WITH ANY MEDICAL CONDITIONS WE SHOULD BE AWARE OF? ……………………………………………
DO YOU GIVE PERMISSION FOR A MEMBER OF PCA STAFF TO ADMINISTER MEDICATON? ……………………………………………
PLEASE INDICATE CLUB REQUIRED:
MONDAY (£82.50) ………………………………………………………………
FRIDAY (£82.50) ………………………………………………………………
TOTAL PAID VIA CHEQUE/BACS …………………………………………
PLEASE MAKE CHEQUES PAYABLE TO MR LUCA RICCIO (cheques only may be handed to the school office)
BACS DETAILS: SORT CODE: 20-74-05
ACCOUNT NUMBER: 53158608
IMPORTANT! – ALL BOOKING FORMS MUST BE EMAILED TO: [email protected] STATING REFERENCE IF PAID BY BACS. PLEASE DO NOT RETURN
BOOKING FORMS TO THE SCHOOL OFFICE.
--------------------------------------PLANET FOOTBALL - first summer half-term £50
Wednesdays after school, running 26.04.17-24.05.17
Please return this form with payment to your school office
Child’s name: _______________________
Child’s school year (please circle): 2 3 4 5 6
Please give details of any allergies your child has: ______________________________________________
If your child has special education needs or suffers from any illness or physical disability which
should be brought to our attention, please provide details: ____________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________
I enclose cash or a cheque payable to ‘J. Gibson’ for £50 per half-term. Please ensure your child has appropriate kit, football boots
and a waterproof jacket, as we aim to play in spite of any wet weather!
Parent’s name: _______________________________
Parent’s signature: ___________________________
Parent’s email address (please print): __________________________________
Date: ________________
Please note: Planet Football might cancel and refund your child’s place if numbers of children exceed or do not reach a certain level.
If you miss out this half-term, we will try to fit you in next!
MUSICAL THEATRE!!!
ENROLMENT FORM SUMMER TERM AFTER-SCHOOL MUSICAL THEATRE CLUB
ROUNDWOOD PRIMARY SCHOOL for YEARS 1,2,3,4,5,6
After a wonderful Spring term, we are very pleased to be offering our high energy, fun packed MUSICAL
THEATRE classes at Roundwood Primary School again this Summer term! Our fantastic professional teacher,
dancer, actress and singer Tilly will transport your child into the magical world of Musical Theatre. Every
THURSDAY your child will dance, sing, act and learn to express themselves through the art of performance!
Over the term the children will work creatively and physically learning songs, dances and dialogue from wellknown WEST END Musicals - collaboratively producing a ‘show and share’ performance at the end of term.
The children will immerse themselves in the story of the musical, enjoying the adventure through words,
songs and scripts which will improve confidence, public speaking and teamwork, as well as skills of projection
and reaction. DANCE, DANCE, DANCE! Your child will also learn exciting choreography of different styles as
well as dynamic singing techniques, musicality and performance skills!
Your children will be taking part in THE BEST creative, physical and musical class!
TERM DATES: APRIL 27TH, MAY 4TH, 11TH, 18TH, JUNE 8TH, 15TH, 22ND, 29TH, JULY 6TH, 13TH, 20th
No classes (Half Term) : June 1st
**All enquiries and communication about places, term dates, payments etc should be to SOPHIE CHAMPION
on 01438 831281 or email [email protected] and NOT to Roundwood school office**
Please complete and return ...............................................................................................................................................................
ENROLMENT FORM Summer Term 2017
AFTER-SCHOOL MUSICAL THEATRE CLUB
THURSDAYS 3.05pm-4.05pm ROUNDWOOD PRIMARY SCHOOL
Child’s Name…………………………………………..………..
Year Group 1
2
3
4
5 6
Parent/Carer’s Name………………………………………..
Class Name………………………………………………………………
Phone number…………………………………………………
Email………………………………………………………………………….
Emergency Contact Name & Number………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Does your child suffer from any medical conditions that we should be aware of? …………………………………….
Do you give permission for a member of staff to administer medication/first aid? YES/NO
Please tick this box if you DO NOT wish your child involved in any publicity photos whilst your child is in an Active Creative class.
FULL TERM’S FEE ENCLOSED: £77.00 (11 weeks @ £7 per session) CASH/CHEQUE/BACS REF………………………
FORMS & COURSE PAYMENT RETURNED PLEASE TO TILLY IN CLASS, EMAILED BACK TO US WITH THE BACS
PAYMENT REFERENCE: RWOOD + child’s name OR POSTED TO ACTIVE CREATIVE, CLAGGY ROAD, KIMPTON,
HERTS SG48QB
CHEQUES TO ‘ACTIVE CREATIVE’ OR PAY BY BACS: SORT CODE: 09-06-66 ACCOUNT NUMBER: 40198823
For AC office use: Date received…………
On Reg…………… Query…………………………………………………………
Young Artists
Every Friday
21st April until 19th May
3.15pm – 4.15pm
£50 (5 classes)
(£10 per class)
Come and join us at our fun and inspirational after school
art club where we will look at the colourful
paintings by Paul Klee.
This artist was inspired by impressionism, cubism and
surrealism. We will look at examples of this type of work
and create our own 'Klee' style London landscapes
through the use of chalk pastels.
At the end of the course, the finished artwork will
be taken home in an A2 project bag.
Places are limited, so please hand in your slip/cash/cheque as
soon as possible to guarantee your place!
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Young Artists Form
Child's name: ……………………………….. Childs age: …………………………………..............
Parent's name: ……………………………... Contact number: ………………………………….
Email address: ………………………………………………………………………………………………..
Allergies/Special needs or other information: ………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
(Please enclose £50 payment by cash or cheque payable to E BULTITUDE.
Alternatively you can pay via bank transfer. Please contact
[email protected] for details.)