Johnston Community Primary School November 15th 2024

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Dear Parents/guardians,

It has been a busy and successful few weeks in school. This newsletter is bursting with information about events and trips that have taken place. We will be holding our celebration assembly on Monday of next week as the hall was needed for Children in Need Activities today.

Anti-bullying - On Tuesday Pupils talked about the importance of kindness and celebrating difference. Thank you for supporting odd socks day.

Men's Shed Johnston

We extend a thank you to Johnston Men's shed who have once again supported the school by fixing our netball posts free of charge.

Year Four - Trip Highlights

Year four had a wonderful day at Carew Castle last week. Mr Stephen's and Mrs Glynn reported that pupils' behaviour was exemplary and that they thoroughly enjoyed the different activities.

Year Three - Castell Henllys

On Wednesday, pupils in year three stepped back in time to visit Castell Henllys. Pupils at Johnston and Hook travelled together and thoroughly enjoyed the visit and experience.

Sports T-shirt Idea

Thank you for your response to my sports t-shirt vote. There has been a big response and an overwhelming thumbs up. After Christmas I will be able to share a link for parents to order online. I am going to purchase different sizes to keep in school so that pupils are able to see which size fits them best. Please note that although demonstrated on a male model, this is the same unisex t-shirt used by Haverfordwest High. The t-shirts will not be compulsory.

Well Done Blake

On Saturday 2nd November Blake travelled to Cardiff to represent the school in the first round of the Welsh Cross-Country League. The standard or running was exceptionally high with pupils travelling from across the U.K. and the adults race included Commonwealth Games runners! Blake ran incredibly well and finished in 3rd place! Blake runs again this weekend in Newtown. Good luck Blake!

Children in Need

Well done to our year six pupils who supported our Children in Need Celebrations.. Year six pupils ran all of the activities. Da iawn pawb!

Curriculum Corner

LRC 2 - Our LRC pupils are continuing to enjoy time in the round house!

E.Y. - In Early Years pupils have been learning about space.

Year One - In year one, pupils have been learning a new discussion text. They have only been learning the text for two days!

Year Five - On Wednesday year five started the day with a fifteen minute short burst writing session.

Sports

On Friday afternoon we welcomed Fenton C.P. School for a friendly against our year five and six pupils. Johnston won the game comfortably. We look forward to welcoming Caer Elen on Wednesday to play against our years three and four pupils.

Friends of Johnston C.P. School Events:

The Friends of the School are launching a new fundraising event this year. On Thursday 28th November we will be holding a Christmas Fayre in the school hall. It is free to enter. There will be tea, coffee and mince-pies for sale as well as an opportunity to visit Father Christmas.

  1. Thursday December 12th. Christmas Bingo. 10 Games for £5. Doors open 17:40, eyes down at 18:00.
  2. Thursday February 13th. Valentines Disco. E.Y/Y1/Y2 -3:30 - 16:45. Y3/4/5/6 17:00-18:15. Fancy dress. Includes a hot dog and squash. All pupils must be collected afterwards.
  3. Thursday April 10th. Easter Bingo.
  4. Friday May 16th (Provisional Date). Sport's Day. Bacon rolls and coffee available.
  5. Wednesday May 23rd (T.B.C.) Summer Fete.

New Lunch Menu

October Activities

As ever, if there is anything that I can help with, my email address is Williamsr1688@hwbcymru.net

Kind regards,

Mr. Williams.

Attendance

Inset days for 2024-2025

  1. Monday 2nd September 2024 - Focus: Direct Instruction and Teacher Modeling.
  2. Wednesday 9th October 2024 - Focus: Oracy, independence and continuous and enhanced provision.
  3. Monday 25th November - Focus: Cluster Working.
  4. Friday 10th January - Focus: Welsh Language.
  5. Friday 24th January - Focus: Phonics and Reading.
  6. Day Six will be taken as twilight sessions.