ASPIRATIONS WEEK
We would like to say a big thank you to all of our visitors this week who have given up their time to come and speak to the children about their careers. It has been a very inspiring week and the children are now full of thoughts and enthusiasm about the future. They asked some fantastic questions and gave thoughtful ideas.
The visitors were from a wide range of industry sectors, including guests from the Press Association, Volkswagen, Jet 2, the RAF and ITV News, as well as a doctor and a baker.
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REMEMBRANCE
Ahead of Remembrance Day this weekend, we have been learning about remembrance across the school, through assemblies and other activities. Thank you to all who have bought poppies and made donations to the Royal British Legion.
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RECEPTION MEETING
Parents and carers of Reception children are invited to a reading and curriculum meeting at 2.45pm - 3.30pm on Thursday 16th November in the East Wing Hall. The meeting will explain phonics and reading and how to help their child at home. The curriculum part will explain to parents about how and what their child learns in Reception and what the Early Learning Goals are at the end of Reception.
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ODD SOCKS DAY - MON 13TH NOV
As part of Anti Bullying Week, we will be taking part in Odd Socks Day on Monday 13th November. Children are invited to show their support for anti-bullying by coming to school wearing odd socks.
The theme for this year is 'Make a Noise About Bullying'. Please click the link below for a parent guide which includes advice, conversation starters and activities you can do with your child at home.
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CHILDREN IN NEED - FRI 17TH NOV
A reminder from the School Council - As per our letter before half term, we will celebrating Children In Need day on Friday 17th November. As organised by the School Council, this occasion will be a non-uniform day, where pupils are invited to wear their favourite pyjamas, including onesies and oodies.
We understand that not all children may feel comfortable wearing non-uniform . We ask those that do dress up to wear costume/clothing items that are sensible and respectful. In addition to dressing up, on the day each pupil will be allowed to bring a teddy bear (stuffed animal) of their choice to school for the day.
After school on Friday 17th November, at 3.30pm, the School Council will be staging a Bring & Buy sale in the West Wing Studio. This will be a fantastic opportunity for the school community to purchase preloved clothes, books and toys. Items will not be individually priced and all we ask for is a charitable donation (via the ParentPay page below). Children wishing to come to the Bring & Buy event will need to be accompanied by an adult.
Before the event, if you have any items you would like to donate for the sale, we would really welcome your support. Any money raised will go directly to Children In Need.
This is our first charity fundraiser as a school council and we would greatly appreciate any of your kind donations to this fantastic cause, via the special ParentPay page by clicking the button below.
Thank you, from the School Council
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THIS WEEK'S SUPERSTARS
Well done to the following children who received superstar awards in the last two weeks. We are very proud of all of you!
Week commencing 23rd October
- Year 1 - Max & Keaton
- Year 2 - Harry
- Year 3 - Emmie & Aronas
- Year 4 - Aaliyah, Rueben & Stanley
- Year 5 - Rosey, Colby & Vilte
- Year 6 - Neve & Riley
Week commencing 6th November
- Year 1 - Oliver & Joshua
- Year 2 - Joel & Emilis
- Year 3 - Oliver & Cheyenne
- Year 4 - Keira, Pola & Blake
- Year 5 - Sienna, Albina & Eliza
- Year 6 - Maisie, Lily & Colby
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SPOTLIGHT ON ATTENDANCE 🔦
The overall school attendance dropped in the last week before the half term break. Let's boost it back up again!
School Attendance is ‘everyone’s business’.
What an absence means for your child?
At primary school level, where pupils missing up to 14 days of school in key stage two are a quarter less likely to achieve level five or above in reading, writing or maths tests than those with no absence.
If you have any concerns regarding attendance please do not hesitate to contact Miss Curley, our Safeguarding and Attendance officer here at Parkside Primary School.
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SLEEP SERVICE
Hull and East Riding SEND sleep service understand the challenges you face when it comes to your children’s sleep. That’s why they are here to offer you a helping hand. The team of trained sleep practitioners is dedicated to assisting and guiding you through your children’s sleep issues. Click the button to find out more:
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FREE SEMINARS
Please find below details of some free training provided by the local authority for parents. Booking can be made by emailing eps@eastriding.gov.uk
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FOOD ASSISTANCE
The Two Rivers Community Pantry is a project is aimed at providing support to those who are in need of some assistance through these challenging times.
To find out more visit www.tworiverscommunitypantry.org.uk or speak to school about making a referral.
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NEW WAYS NOVEMBER
Daily actions from Action for Happiness encouraging you to carry out small acts of kindness. Have a look at the calendar below or click here to download the pdf. 'New Ways November' suggests daily actions to help you find new ways to move forward.
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SAFEGUARDING
Please can we remind you that any concerns outside of school hours, or are concerns a child has suffered or is likely to suffer significant harm should be shared immediately with Children’s Safeguarding Hub on (01482) 395500 or ring 999 (asking for the Police).
Please see helpful contacts below:
Children's Safeguarding Hub
- Mon to Thu 8:30am – 5:00pm Fri 8:30am – 4:30pm 01482-395500 safeguardingchildrenshub@eastriding.gov.uk
- Out of hours: 01482 393939
CHILDLINE
The summer holidays can be a great chance to do things with your friends and have some time off. The holidays aren’t great for everyone though, and Childline are here to help you cope.
https://www.childline.org.uk/info-advice/home-families/seasonal-events/summer-holidays/
ONLINE SAFETY
https://saferinternet.org.uk/guide-and-resource/staying-safe-online-in-the-summer-holidays
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ONLINE SAFETY
This free online safety guide profiles looks at microtransactions – those in-app or in-game purchases which can tempt young users into regular online spending.. Click here to view as a pdf.
This free online safety guide delves into the social media site X, highlighting the major changes since its rebrand from Twitter and the related online safety risks. Click here to view as a pdf.
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SEND NEWS
Please click the button below for the latest SEND bulletin from East Riding Local Offer.
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SCHOOL LUNCH MENU
Please click the button below for the Autumn/Winter lunch menu.
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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
(Please note that all dates are subject to change. We will of course update you of any changes as soon as possible.)
Dates are also available on our website by clicking here.
Dates for Academic Year 2023/2024
Autumn Term
- w/c Mon 13th Nov - Antibullying Week
- Mon 13th Nov - Odd Socks Day
- Mon 13th Nov - Preloved Clothing Event
- Mon 13th Nov - Year 6 Open Afternoon (2.30pm)
- Tues 14th Nov - Year 6 Open Afternoon (2.30pm)
- Thurs 16th Nov - Reception Reading & Curriculum Meeting (2.45-3.30pm)
- Fri 17th Nov - Children in Need
- Fri 24th Nov - 2WH Class Assembly
- Mon 27th Nov - Year 3 Open Afternoon (2.30pm)
- Tues 28th Nov - Year 3 Open Afternoon (2.30pm)
- Mon 4th Dec - Preloved Clothing Event
- Fri 8th Dec - Year 2 Carols at Collection
- Mon 11th Dec - Year 3 Carols at Collection
- Tues 12th Dec - Reception Christmas Performance
- Tues 12th Dec - Year 4 Carols at Collection
- Wed 13th Dec - Nursery Christmas Performance
- Wed 13th Dec - Reception Christmas Performance
- Thurs 14th Dec - Year 1 Christmas Performance
- Thurs 14th Dec - Year 6 Carols at Collection
- Fri 15th Dec - Year 1 Performance
- Mon 18th Dec - Year 5 Christmas through the ages singalong
- Tues 19th Dec - Year 5 Christmas through the ages singalong
- Wed 20th Dec - Christmas Dinner
- Wed 20th Dec - Year 3 & 4 Christmas Disco
- Thurs 21st Dec - Year 1 & 2 and Year 5 & 6 Christmas Discos
- Fri 22nd Dec - Christmas Jumper Day
- Fri 22nd Dec - Governor Awards Assembly
- Fri 22nd Dec - School closes for Christmas (3.30pm)
Spring Term
- Tues 9th Jan - School re-opens (Doors open 8.45am)
- Fri 12th Jan - Intraschool Sports (come in PE kit)
- Fri 12th Jan - 4CS Class Assembly
- Tues 16th Jan - Year 1 Open Afternoon (2.30pm)
- Wed 17th Jan - Year 1 Open Afternoon (2.30pm)
- Fri 19th Jan - 4M Class Assembly
- Fri 26th Jan - 4P Class Assembly
- Mon 29th Jan - Clubs start
- Tues 6th Feb - Year 5 Open Afternoon (2.30pm)
- Wed 7th Feb - Year 5 Open Afternoon (2.30pm)
- Fri 9th Feb - 1HO Class Assembly
- Fri 9th Feb - School closes for half term (3.30pm)
Half term break
- Mon 19th Feb - School re-opens (Doors open 8.45am)
- Thurs 22nd Feb - Parent Consultation Evening
- Fri 23rd Feb - Intraschool Sports (come in PE kit)
- Fri 23rd Feb - 1HU Class Assembly
- Wed 28th Feb - Parent Consultation Evening
- Fri 1st Mar - 3O Class Assembly
- Thurs 7th Mar - World Book Day
- Mon 11th Mar - Year 4 Open Afternoon (2.30pm)
- Mon 11th Mar - Last week of clubs this term
- Tues 12th Mar - Year 4 Open Afternoon (2.30pm)
- Wed 13th Mar - Year 3 Performance
- Thurs 14th Mar - Year 3 Performance
- Fri 15th Mar - 3C Class Assembly
- Fri 22nd Mar - Governors Awards Assembly
- Fri 22nd Mar - School closes for Easter (3.30pm)
Summer Term
- Mon 8th April - School re-opens (Doors open 8.45am)
- Fri 12th April - Intraschool Sports (come in PE kit)
- w/c Mon 15th April - Grow It Week
- Tues 16th April - Year 4 Performance
- Wed 17th April - Year 4 Performance
- Fri 19th April - 5A Class Assembly
- Fri 26th April - 5GB Class Assembly
- Fri 3rd May - 5H Class Assembly
- Mon 6th May - School closed for Bank Holiday (All day)
- Tues 7th May - School re-opens (Doors open 8.45am)
- w/c Mon 13th May - First week of clubs
- w/c Mon 13th May - Year 6 SATs
- Tues 21st May - Year 1 & 2 Sports Day
- Wed 22nd May - Year 3 & 4 Sports Day
- Thurs 23th May - Year 5 & 6 Sports Day
- Fri 24th May - Reception & Nursery Sports Day
- Fri 24th May - School closes for half term (3.30pm)
Half term break
- Mon 3rd June - School re-opens (Doors open 8.45am)
- Wed 5th June - French Day
- Fri 7th June - Intraschool Sports (come in PE kit)
- Mon 10th June - Class Photos
- Fri 14th June - RB Class Assembly
- Fri 21st June - RWR Class Assembly
- w/c Mon 24th June - Last week of clubs
- Tues 25th June - Year 6 Performance (9.15am)
- Wed 26th June - Year 6 Performance (2.15pm)
- Tues 9th July - Year 2 Performance
- Wed 10th July - Year 2 Performance
- Thurs 11th July - Moving Up morning
- Fri 19th July - Year 6 Leavers Assembly (pm)
- Fri 19th July - School closes for Summer (3.30pm)
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CONTACT US
Telephone: 01405 763634
Email: parkside.primary@eastriding.gov.uk
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