St John’s RC Primary School

FAST – Family and School Together
Nursery, Reception and key stage 1 children will have received a leaflet concerning the FAST club which will start in January. It will be held Wednesday afternoons after school and offers parents and children the chance to take part in activities such as cooking, playing, and arts and crafts. Although we have had some response to the invite, we would like more families to participate.

Monday 10 December - M6 Theatre

“Mavis Sparkle” will be performed by the M6 Theatre for classes 1, 2 and 3.

Please note, if you have not already paid your contribution for the above show, please do so at the office as soon as possible.

Tuesday 11 December - school disco
It is Disco time again. The disco starts at 6pm and finishes at 8pm on Tuesday 11 December in the school hall; admission is £1 per person (child or adult). All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult, preferably a parent.

Refreshments will be on sale during the evening.

Thursday 13 December - school Christmas dinner

The school Christmas dinner will be held on Thursday, 13 December in the school hall. If your child normally has a packed lunch and you would like them to stay for school dinner, please book in advance at the school office. The dinner will be £1.80 which should be paid at the school office.

Tuesday 18 December - Christmas Nativity

Key Stage 1 will be performing their Christmas Nativity in the hall at 2pm on Tuesday 18 December. All welcome to attend.

Wednesday 19 December - Foundation stage Christmas Concert

A Christmas Concert performed by our foundation classes will be held in the hall at 2pm on Wednesday 19 December. All welcome to attend.

Thursday 20 December - Carols in the Church

Key Stage 2 will be performing Christmas Carols in the Church at 9.15am. All welcome to attend.

Non-uniform day but dress up in warm festive clothing as it will be cold in church.
No jeans or hoodies please.

Thursday 20 December – classroom parties

Christmas parties will be held in classes on Thursday afternoon. It will be a non-uniform day but no jeans or hoodies please; children can dress in Christmas theme, Santa hats, etc. Please send a £1 donation for each child (£2 for 3 children).

Friday 21 December – Raffle for Harar

Raffle draw for Harar will take place in assembly. School closes at 2pm.

Where is Wally?

Last week Wally was in Brazil.

Certificate awards

Awards went to Class 6 for highest attendance and the merit award went to
Class 4 for good behaviour and effort.

Golden book awards

The Golden Book awards are for children have tried their best in all areas with politeness and respect.

Foundation 2: Zain and Kevin
Reception/1: Joshua and Tyler
Class 1: Aaron and Michael
Class 2: Mohammad and Paris
Class 3: Caleb and Adam
Class 4: Oyinka and Georgina
Class 5: Sarra and Nell
Class 6: Natalia and Ehtisham