A very warm welcome back to school! I hope you had a wonderful holiday and are ready for a busy and exciting term ahead. A special welcome to new pupils and parents of our school; I hope you will be very happy here.
The children all seem to have grown over the holiday and their positivity and desire to work really hard has been utterly inspiring! Reception children are settling in so well and they seem to be thriving already – we are so proud of them, and genuinely delighted you chose us.
Getting children into school full time is not a race. Some schools are very proud of the fact that their reception children start full time straight away. We have a different view at St George’s. The part-time induction process is beneficial for the children, and the staff, as they begin to form the most amazing relationships. Beneficial in their learning, as Jill, Siobhan, Carole, and LIsa talk to your children individually, getting to know their strengths, and their weaknesses. It is beneficial at lunch time as all Welfare and Foundation staff sit with the 22 or 23 children educating them in the lunch times routines, and reassuring them all is fine when the rest of the school join them, and getting them ready for the rest of the year – educating them in class routines and systems…. I promise you, it is invaluable.
Parents, I hope you will continue to work with us, so your child can grow in confidence, with a love of learning, and a determination to be the best person they can be. We are all busy people, but it is important for you to put a routine in place whereby children know they must do their homework menu, daily reading, online learning challenges (Bug Club, My Maths) etc. At these times, turn the television/computer off. Try to use the television/computer as incentives for work done – they will value it more.
Can you ensure that, as parents and carers, you put a great value on school and education. Explain to your child that treating everyone with respect, being on time and in school everyday, wearing the correct uniform and working hard in school is important to you. These are also important life skills. The value you place on these will be the value your child holds.
Your children are your most important gift from God, treasure them, help them, guide them and support them. We in school will do everything we can to help your child to do their best. Let us know if we can support you in any way. Remember we operate an open door policy – feel free to book an appointment with your child’s class teacher or the Senior Leadership Team if you have concerns or need support, help or advice.
Unusually we do have a few spaces dotted around the school, 3 in reception, 2 in year 1, 1 in year 3, and 1 in year 4. Parents have moved to various locations around the country. So, if you know of anyone who was on our wanting list and would like to join us, put them in touch with Sharon. That said, the caveat is, if they are in one of our alliance schools then we have a rule where we don't pinch and poach! It's worth getting the message out there though.
