school news
Chaplaincy Commissioning
This week our Chaplaincy Team visited Clifton Cathedral to receive their chaplaincy badges from Bishop Declan as part of a special service.
Chaplaincy is an important aspect of the faith life of the school and the team are looking forward to promoting our gospel values around the school and community.
Parent Volunteers
We would like to create a small team of parents who are available to help out with school trips. We would offer some simple training and a full DBS check would be required to ensure safety. . Parent volunteers would not necessarily be on trips with their own child’s class but would have a great opportunity to support the school and our children. Please contact the school office if you are interested.
Parents' Evening
A reminder that Parents’ Evening will be held next week on Monday 16th and Tuesday 17th October from 3:30pm - 5:50pm. This is a fantastic opportunity to hear how well your child is getting on at school. If you have not yet booked an appointment, please contact the school office to do so.
Year 4 Blaise Castle Visit
Last Friday, Year 4 visited Blaise Hamlet and the surrounding area as part of their ‘Settlements and Landuse’ Geography topic. They had an absolutely brilliant time exploring the Hamlet, Blaise Folly, Hazel Brook and more. Of course, the children experienced having the entire park to themselves which was a well deserved treat
School Council
Our new school councillers will be receiving their badges during Celebration Assembly on Monday.
Our new councillers are already sharing some great ideas and we look forward to seeing their positibe input around the school soon.
Seconday School Admissions
If your child is in Year 6, the deadline to apply for their secondary school place is Tuesday 31st October 2023.
If you have not yet applied for a Year 7 place - you can do so by visiting https://www.bristol.gov.uk/residents/schools-learning-and-early-years/school-admissions/secondary-admissions/secondary-apply
After School Clubs
We now have a more complete list of clubs that will be on offer for children going forward:
Monday - Friday - Mini Chill Time Klub - 3.20 - 4.00pm - £2.00 per session
Chill Time Klub - 3.20 - 4.30pm - £3.50 per session
Monday - Key Stage 2 Choir - 3.20 - 4.00pm
Tuesday - Key Stage 2 Art Club - 3.20 - 4.00pm
Key Stage 1 Ball Skills - 3.20 - 4.00pm
Wednesday - Key Stage 2 Tag Rugby - 3.20-4.00pm
Friday - KS2 Archery - 3.20 - 4.00pm
There will be an additional club for Key Stage 1 on a Thursday and we are hoping to confirm this with parents early next week.
Please be reminded that all clubs, with the exception of Chill Time, are offered free of charge however they MUST be booked in advance.
community
Children's Swimming Courses at Hengrove Leisure Centre
Half term swimming lesson crash courses are now available to book online or in centre:
Monday 23rd October - Wednesday 25th October
Start times.
🏊1pm - Stage 1 - for children of school age have no previous experience in swimming
🏊1:30pm - Stage 2 - for children of school age who can swim unaided and confident in water
🏊2pm - Stage 3 - for children of school age who can swim unaided for at least 5m unaided both front and back
🏊2:30pm - Stage 1
Wednesday 25th October
🏊12:30pm - Deep Water Confidence for children who are in stage 4 or 5 (or equivalent) to gain confidence in deep water
Book now to reserve your space here : https://bit.ly/crashcoursesoctober
Wider Community Events
We now have a dedicated page to inform parents and families about the varius events and activities available within Knowle West and the wider community.
If you are aware of any clubs, events or activities that may be of interest to our pupils and their families, please feel free to give the details to Miss Morse in the school office who will be happy to add them to the page.
INFORMATION
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HEADTEAcHER AWARDS
If your child has received a Head Teacher Award this week, you are welcome to join us for Celebration Assembly on Monday to help them celebrate as they are awarded their certificate.
Please arrive at school at 2.40pm ready for assembly to start at 2.45pm.
Year 1
David - For his fantastic Autumn construction completed at home for our Seasons display.
Year 2
Myla - for her fantastic independent conclusion to her science investigation on materials.
Year 3
Kiki - for her thoughtful and beautifully presented retelling of Jonah and the Whale in RE.
Year 4
Jenson - for being a supportive friend whilst walking through Blaise Castle!
Year 5
Year 5 - Fritzhie for displaying excellent teamwork supporting Yordan with his English.
Year 6
Year 6 - Ellis and Ella for their descriptive stories based on our book, The Island.
WELLBEING
ATTENDANCE
Punctuality
Please can we once again remind parents that the school day begins at 8.50am and all children should be in school by this time. Children arriving late will receive a late mark on the register which can affect your child's overall attendance. Those arriving after 9.20am will received an unauthorised mark for the morning session and this can result in a penalty notice (fine).
Breakfast Club is available to all pupils, and not only gives them a healthy start and time with their friends, it also ensures they are in school on time each day.
