School Newsletter

Summer Term 2010
Newsletter No. 11 - 2nd July 2010

Dear Parents,

Well, here we are at the end of another school year. One which, for Emscote, has seen many changes and developments, and a successful inspection by Ofsted which has confirmed the hard work of everyone involved in the life of the school.

Have your say in Warwick
The Warwick Community Forum is your opportunity to ‘have your say’ on issues of concern such as local policing, council and health services, and projects for young people.  The Warwick Community Forum meets four times a year and the next meeting is to be held on Thursday 8th July at the Youth and Community Centre at Coten End in Warwick. You can go along at 6pm for light refreshments and to view a range of information stalls, the meeting will formally start at 6.15pm. If you would like more information about the Community Forum, or to be added to the e-mailing list, contact Bernadette Allen at the Community Partnership Team on 01926 456020 or at bernadette.allen@warwickdc.gov.uk

Scooters and Bikes
Please make sure you lock up your child’s scooters and bikes when you arrive in the morning, and that you take them home again in the evening. It is imperative that you name their vehicles as we have had incidences of children taking the wrong ones home. And while we try our best to bring in any left at the end of the day we cannot guarantee their safety.

Craft Supplies
We would be grateful for any donations of ribbons, wool and fabric for craft activities.

Clubs
The last clubs of term will take place next week, week commencing 5th July, with a couple of exceptions. There will be no computer club on Monday 5th July but it will take place the following week, Monday 12th July. There will be no film club next week Wednesday 7th July but it will take place the following week, Wednesday 14th July.

Cotswold Wildlife Park
You are reminded the whole school trip takes place next Wednesday 7th July. Your child will need a packed lunch on that day. Remember to apply lots of sun cream and send your child with a hat and plenty of water if it is going to be hot.

All Saints
All Saints will be visiting Emscote for assembly on Thursday 8th July.

Non-Uniform Day
Children can come in to school on Thursday 8th July in their own clothes in return for bringing a tombola prize for the Summer Fair.

Friday Sharing Assemblies
Sharing assemblies will be held at 9.15am as follows:
Friday 9th July – Cherry
Friday 16th July – Cheerleading

Summer Fair
The Friends of Emscote Infant School Summer Fair takes place on Saturday 10th July, 12-2pm. Helpers are needed; please sign the lists in the entrance hall if you could spare some time, even if it’s only half an hour, every little helps! Clubs such as cheerleading and maypole dancing will be giving demonstrations at about 12.30 so do come along and have a look.

Reports
Your child’s report will be given to you on Wednesday 14th July. Please could you return the report slips to class teachers. We really appreciate feedback on the reports and how you feel your child’s year has gone, so please add a comment. The summer parents’ meeting is informal. Parents and children have the opportunity to look at their books and share some of the lovely things they have been doing in school on Monday 19th July after Sports Day.  If you have any specific concerns or questions please arrange to meet your child’s class teacher.

Leavers’ Concerts
The year 2 leavers’ concerts take place on Wednesday 14th July at 10am and 6pm. The 10am performance is for reception and year 1 parents, and grandparents and other family members. The 6pm performance is for year 2 families only as this is followed by the leavers’ BBQ. Details of this will be sent to year 2 parents shortly.

Sports Day
Sports Day is on Monday 19th July starting at 10am (weather permitting) at All Saints’ Junior School. Please bring a picnic with you to have after the Sports Day when we return to Emscote.  All children will need a packed lunch on that day. If you would like your child to be provided with a packed lunch from County Caterers, whether you are entitled to free school meals or pay for your child’s lunch, you must let the office know by Monday 12th July. If you do not let us know we cannot provide a packed lunch for your child.

Church Service
The final assembly for the year is at 9.15am on Thursday 22nd July at All Saints’ Church to say goodbye to our amazing year 2. Please come and support us.

Library
We are looking for some volunteers to help sort and classify the books in the library; if you could spare a little time please make yourself known to Mr Queralt. In the first instance we need someone to tidy the library, but then if someone could give some help on a weekly basis that would be great.

Governor of the Month
This month we meet Ann Blight, local authority governor and vice chair:

“When I retired as headteacher of a primary school in Luton and moved to Warwick I found I missed being in school so I approached the local authority to find out what opportunities were available to me. Seven years on I am still a governor at Emscote Infant School, and enjoying every minute.
It is always a joy to make my weekly visit to Emscote to see the children learning in a stimulating environment with such a dedicated staff – there are always smiles!

One thing that does cause me concern is that I have noticed more recently an increasing number of cars coming to the school and parking to drop children off and pick them up at the end of the day.

I think we need to look at ways of keeping the immediate vicinity of the school safe for the children. They are so keen to be in school in the morning, and are excited and distracted when they come out after school finishes, they are not always aware of the dangers posed by parked cars. We should look at places further away to park, and make a concerted effort to drive in a considerate fashion when close to the school.

I look forward to continuing to work with Emscote in building a safe environment for our children.”

End of term
We finish for the summer holidays on Friday 23rd July.  We wish our Year 2 all the best as they start on the next important stage of their education and their lives. And we hope that everyone has a relaxing summer.

Yours sincerely,

Debi Cossins
Headteacher