Stanmore Post - 28 February 2020

Dear Parents,

As part of our Curriculum Work we have been thinking about the experiences that children have at lunchtime. We are excited to share our Lunchtime Changes with you. These have been designed by the children and staff and include themes such as ‘Mindfulness Monday’ and ‘Would you rather?’ Wednesday. Our House Captains have been wonderful ambassadors for our school, including speaking to the Hampshire Chronicle about their role in school improvement earlier this week. They have designed a presentation on the lunchtime changes which they would like to share with you here. 

As you will be aware, Mrs Kempson has started her maternity leave. The children have had a successful week with Mrs Atkins as the lead teacher for Elm Class.

In the lead up to SATs, Miss Evers will be providing some additional booster sessions in Elm during the afternoons. These sessions will help the children who are about to undertake statutory assessment and give the Year 6 pupils the best opportunity to be successful. When Miss Evers is providing booster during the afternoons, Mrs Stanley will work in Sycamore Class. Mrs Stanley is well known to Sycamore as she teaches in this class every day and knows all of the children. Year 3 / 4 began rehearsing for their Ancient Egyptian Play that they will perform later this term. Miss Evers is fully involved in the production and remains the lead teacher for Sycamore. 

As a school, we are now fortunate to have a strong KS2 team who are able to work together for the best interest of the children. This includes supporting Mrs Nutt in Aspen Class as she temporarily stands in for Miss Norris. 

Best Wishes

Sharon Taylor