Newsletter 25th April 2025
Mr Berry's Message.
Dear Parents and Carers,
The sun is out and we have made a fantastic start to the summer term at New Islington!
It has been lovely to welcome all the children back and see lots of smiles in lessons and on the playground.
While this is our shortest half term, it is absolutely packed and we hope to share all the successes going on in school.
As always, thank you for your continued support.
Mr Berry
5RC Gardening Workshop
With the help of professional gardeners Rachel and Andy from PLANT Manchester, the children planted sunflower seeds in small pots. They also learnt to use the "broadcast-sowing" technique in designated flower beds around Angel Square. Thanks to the fantastic work, our city centre will be a lot greener and an excellent place to attract useful pollinators to our green spaces.
If you go for a walk near Angel Square, look out for the sunflower beds!
School Garden Sale
As part of our outdoor learning programme, the children in all classes have been growing plants from seed which have developed into plants for our learning terrace on the first floor, transforming it into a beautiful rooftop garden. They have been growing herbs, onions, garlic, carrots, tomatoes, potatoes, beans, peas and a range of flowers to attract useful pollinators.
We will be selling some of the children's home-grown organic vegetables near the school gate on Thursday 1st May from 3.15. Items will be priced between 50p and £1. Funds raised will be re-invested into the garden project to purchase more compost.
Online Safety
Wrapround bookings
The office team are receiving an increasing number of late booking for after school club. All places must be paid for and booked on Arbor by 12.00 midday on the day. We are unable to guarantee a space after this time due to staffing. Breakfast club must be booked by 5pm the day before.
English for Parents
We are delighted to offer this course for parents who want to develop their English skills. The first session was this week, but you are still able to join in if you come along on Tuesday.
The course will be held here, you do not need to book but will need to bring ID and proof of address to be able to join.
Mrs Williams Book Recommendation
Each week, Mrs Williams (and maybe some other staff) will suggest a good book to read.
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Nevermoor The Trials of Morrigan Crow Jessica Townsend
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Nevermoor is the first in a fantastic series which follows the character Morrigan Crow. Morrigan is cursed to die on her eleventh birthday and blamed for every misfortune that happens in the town where she lives, from heart attacks to hail storms. However just before midnight the mysterious Jupiter North appears offering Morrigan another choice, the chance to join him in Nevermoor. In this magical world, she enters the trials for membership of the Wundrous Society, which promises friendship, family and an escape from her fate. But the four trials are anything but simple – especially the last one, which requires a special ability Morrigan is sure she doesn't have… However that is not the only danger ahead, there lies the shadowy mystery of the feared and revered Wundersmith. Who exactly is he and what does he want with Morrigan? A fantastic page turner, filled with magic, suspense and action. This is definitely one of my 10 ten of all childrens books and the sequels are excellent too! For ages 10 and above |
Forest School Dates
It is essential that children have the right clothing and footwear, especially this time of year (we will go out in all weathers, except in extreme conditions (heavy wind and severe rain). Children must have appropriate clothing and warm shoes.
Dates for Reception class will be on the Peek at the Week as they alternate classes each week.
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Forest School Dates |
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| Tues 29th April | 1MO |
| Wed 30th April | 1NE |
| Thursday 1st May | 2SK |
Dates for your Diary
Thursday 1st May- Year 1 Phonics Workshop for parents 9.00
Monday 5th May- Bank Holiday- school closed
Wednesday 7th May- 3NP visit to mosque
Thursday 8th May- 3FC visit to mosque
REWARDS
Improving attendance is everyone’s business. The barriers to accessing education are wide and complex, both within and beyond the school gates, and are often specific to individual pupils and families. At Co-op Academy New Islington, we will do all we can to support your family and ensure our academy is safe, calm and a supportive environment for your child. Let’s celebrate everyone’s success together.
Whole school attendance this week has been 94.3%
Well done to 5RC who have 100% attendance this week!
How can I improve my children’s attendance?
Follow NHS advice for any mild illnesses.
Promote good hand hygiene with your children.
Liaise with the Early Help team who will support you as a family.
Speaking to your child’s teacher as a collaborative approach is essential
Noticeboard
Nut Free School
Please can we remind everyone that New Islington is a nut free school due to some of our children having severe allergies. Please check the labels of food going into lunchboxes and snacks to ensure that all our children are safe.
The office is open 8-4pm everyday.
Wraparound bookings
Please remember all bookings for breakfast and after-school club must be booked on Arbor. Breakfast club must be booked before 5pm the previous day and the after-school club must be booked before midday on the day. The office cannot guarantee a place is available after this time.
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