The New Islington News – Edition 16
Celebrating our pupils:
Soline and Zhuo Yuan, Morgan and Hannah, Peace and Victoria I, Angela and Rosie, Emily, Yohoni, Samanvi and Kairo, Venice and Logan, Minnell and Ella
Music appreciation:
Native indigenous music traditions – focus on Australia. The children saw, heard and played a real Didgeridoo
Smart Watches:
Please do not let your child wear a smartwatch to school. They are a real distraction in lesson times, a cause of conflict at playtimes and there is a safeguarding risk as some can take photographs and videos. There is also the danger of them getting lost or damaged. Thank you for your support in this.
Free School Meals:
As hard times hit all families, we advise everyone to check if they are eligible for free school meals. Please click the link or contact the office for help: https://www.gov.uk/apply-free-school-meals
Term dates
The following list gives an outline of the term’s events. They are not set in stone! New additions or alterations will be highlighted. Greater details will be given as appropriate nearer the time.
| Monday 16th January | Week A |
| Thursday 19th January Thursday 26th January Thursday 2nd February |
Money Zone sessions for Years 4, 5 and 6 run by Metro Bank. Session one: focus on budgeting Session two: focus on saving Session three: focus on banking |
| Friday 3rd February | Our singers and musicians are performing in a concert at the newly opened Co-op Academy Belle Vue. More details of performers will be given nearer the time. |
| Monday 23rd January | Week B |
| Friday 27th January | Co-op Young Leaders Training Day – our pupils who take on a leadership role will work with a trainer focusing on teamwork, problem solving and developing their initiative and confidence. |
| Monday 30th January | Week A |
| Wednesday 1st February | Time to Talk DayTime to Talk Day is the nation’s biggest mental health conversation. Happening every year, it’s a day for friends, families, communities, and workplaces to come together to talk, listen and change lives. We know the more conversations we have, the better life is for everyone. Talking about mental health isn’t always easy, but a conversation has the power to change lives. Come along for tea, coffee, cake and a time to unwind and chat with other parents. Open to all parents at 9am on Wednesday 1st February. |
| Friday 3rd March | Choir and Musicians performing at the grand opening of Co-op Academy Belle Vue. |
| Monday 6th February | Week B |
| Tuesday 7th February | Safer Internet Day |
| Monday 13th February | Week A |
| Friday 17th February | Finish for half term |
| Monday 27th February | Week BTerms starts for all pupils |
| Thursday 3rd March | World Book Day – more details to follow |
| Friday 3rd March | Our choir has been invited to perform at a concert at the Science and Industry Museum. More details of performers will be given nearer the time. |
| Monday 6th March | Week A |
| Monday 6th March | Book Fair this week |
| Monday 13th March | Week B |
| Monday 20th March | Week A |
| Monday 27th March | Week B |
| Tuesday 28th March | Parents Evening (phone calls an option)We will operate a new electronic sign-up system. We will send out log-on details well ahead of time to ensure everyone can access the booking system. |
| Thursday 30th March | Parents Evening (phone calls an option)We will operate a new electronic sign-up system. We will send out log-on details well ahead of time to ensure everyone can access the booking system. |
| Friday 31st March | Finish for the Easter holidays |
| Monday 17th April | Week A |
| Monday 17th April | Pupils back in school |
| Forest School MONDAY 16/1/23 – 4LB23/1/23 – 1MO30/1/23 – 4AO6/2/23 – 2AO13/2/23 – 6CH |
Forest School FRIDAY 13/1/23 – 5LB20/1/23 – 3JM27/1/23 – 2JJ3/2/23 – 1HL10/2/23 – 5IP17/2/23 – TBC Reception ZI Fridays week AReception NE Fridays week B |
Notes Children should come to school on Forest School days in the appropriate clothing and footwear. As the winter approaches, a warm waterproof coat is essential as the children go out in any weather. Please refer to letters previously sent home or ask your child’s teacher for clarification. |
As always, contact me any time: tabitha.smith@coopacademies.co.uk