End of Term News – Thursday 28th March

Dear Parents

Well, as predicted, the half term has sped by and we can hardly believe that the Easter weekend starts tomorrow! Thank you to Mrs Winsley and Mrs Stobbie for their wonderful Easter display at the school entrance, it’s brought a smile to many faces this week. I would like to take the opportunity to thank all the staff for their continued hard work and dedication to your children. Although it has been a short half term, we have certainly seen lots of progress in their work. 

Reverend Tony led the whole school for an Easter-themed assembly on Monday morning. It was lovely to see some new faces at Messy Church on Sunday afternoon, where lots of fun was had in celebration of Palm Sunday. The edible Easter garden was a particular success!

Year 1 and Year 2 broadened their musical experience this week with a live, virtual concert performance by 2 musicians from the folk collective, Mischra. They explained the origins of their songs and unusual instruments from around the world, including Irish penny whistles and a drum made from a pumpkin! This is part of Essex Music’s initiative to expose children in schools to a wide range of musical genres and allow them the opportunity to experience live music from a wide variety of performers. We will continue with these concerts in future as the children really enjoyed it.

Thank you to the many parents who attended the Therapeutic Thinking workshop delivered by the inspirational Joel Shaljean on Wednesday evening. It was clear that the parents were truly impressed with his approach and brilliant delivery. He really helps us to see things from the children’s point of view and make sense of their behaviours. Due to the success of the workshop we are looking to do more work with Joel next term, so please watch this space for more information!

Thank you to WISPA for organising the Easter trail which is running over the holidays. Please pick up a map if you haven’t already! You could do Beat the Street at the same time! We return to school on Monday 15th April at 8.40am. In your quieter moments in the holidays, please try to complete the Sponsored Reading Challenge, we have really enjoyed seeing your photos so keep them coming! 

The summer term is always busy, so keep an eye out for school communications about upcoming events. In the meantime, have a wonderful Easter break with your families. Enjoy your Easter treats, whether chocolate-related, or just a very well deserved rest!  

Best wishes

Tracey Wilson