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Every Thursday in term time – Tiny Tiddlers - 8.50am – 10.30am

Monday 24th February – Academy open

Thursday 27th February - Information Evening: Year 6 SATs – 5pm

Friday 7th March – World Book Day

Friday 7th March – Pre-loved uniform sale – 3.10pm

Wednesday 12th March – Tea & Talk: Phonics in Nursery – 8.50am (please note date change)

Thursday 20th March – Tea & Talk: Year 4 Multiplication check – 2.30pm

Wednesday 26th March - Tea & Talk: Year 1 Phonics – 8.30am

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Dear parents and carers,

This half term, whilst the shortest, has been a busy one. At the start of January, we had our parent consultations sharing the work and progress of our children. At the end of January, we had our Ofsted inspection which looked at learning and academy life - the work and progress of our children. We await the report and will share the letter with you as soon as we receive it. This is likely to be in the next half term as we spring into spring 2. Thank you for your engagement and positive communication across this academic year. I look forward to the terms ahead.

With time passing so quickly, we are looking ahead to the summer term with statutory assessment of our children in phonics, the year 4 multiplication check and the SATs in year six. You can find out more information on our website and tea and talks will be advertised to support those in that year group or interested in finding out ahead.

Assessment and reporting – Darlinghurst Academy

13 weeks to go!!

This half term we have engaged in deeper days that support our health and safety. This has included children’s mental health week and safer internet day.

We also held assemblies focused on keeping our children safe. Essex Fire and Rescue Services talked to the children about water safety and preventing fires. Thank you to this vital service and for taking the time to talk about these important matters with our children.

Keeping our children happy and safe is paramount. We support them with the knowledge and skills to navigate the world in which they live.

In the recent survey - 97% of parents shared that they felt their children were happy at Darlinghurst, 96% of our children felt safe and 95% would recommend the school to another parent.

Pupil surveys and staff surveys also echoed the parental voice. A great sense of community and belonging. A heart felt thank you!

This week was safer internet day. This is an international event recognised at schools all over.

In assembly children in year one, two and three actively took part in learning with the mascot Ally, for safety internet day. They copied the actions and facial expressions to help them remember important messages.

They also used the acronym SMART to help them remember important messages

SAFE

MEET

ACCEPTING

RELIABLE

TELL

In lessons, children continued to learn about internet safety and the key message for this year.

Here is some information that may be good conversation starters to talk with your children at home. Maybe take a look at BBC Bite Size to find out more including videos, quizzes and activities.

Safer Internet Day - KS1 | Ages 5-7 | Primary Topic Packs - BBC Bitesize

Safer Internet Day - KS2 | Ages 7-11 | Primary Topic Packs - BBC Bitesize

Mrs Grant and Mrs Powell held a Tea & Talk this week with parents and carers. They shared some key facts and information to help and guide parents. You can take a look at the presentation to parents here PowerPoint Presentation

As always, enjoy your family time together and I look forward to seeing you after the half term break.

Mrs Nicholls

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