Alkrington Primary School

Children in Need Many thanks to those of you who sent donations for Children in Need. A total of £23 was raised. Thank you also to Greggs bakery for their very generous donation of wrist bands for all the children.

A Christmas Cracker A number of our children will be at the Gracie Fields Theatre in Rochdale on Sunday 30 November in a collection of singing and musical performances, including many of those who have been learning a musical instrument and Mr Parr’s KS2 choir. Good luck to all! If you, as a parent, want to go and watch, enquire at the school office regarding tickets.

Christmas Cards Many thanks to everyone who ordered their child’s Christmas Cards. We hope you liked them. We made £486.58 profit for PTA funds.

Christmas Gift Sets

We have some beautiful Christmas gift sets on sale in school. They vary in price from £3 to £20 and are filled with toiletries, chocolates, gardening items, movie night, food etc. If you would like to take a look at them please come to the school office.

Robinwood Trip for Y5 I’m delighted that so many of our Y5 children ( over 90% ) have signed up for the trip to Robinwood Outdoor Centre for a residential visit from 1 to 3
December. I believe that such experiences, away from home and in group adventurous activities, are a vital element in the opportunities we offer for our children.

Our Governors agree and have, for the second year, made money in the school budget available to subsidise the visit to make it affordable for all.

Christmas Puddings

We have Christmas puddings on sale at the schooloffice for the bargain price of £3.00. Don’t miss out.

Week beginning Monday 24 November

Monday 24 November Hockey practice – 3.15pm to 4,15pm

Choir practice – 3.15pm to 4pm

Tuesday 25 November Year 2 Drama Workshop in school

‘A’Team Football Match at home v Parkfield Primary School

Wednesday 26 November KS2 Homework Club – 3.15pm to 4pm

Year 2 Sports Club – 3.15pm to 4pm

Year 2 & 3 Storytime Club – 3.15pm to 4pm

Garden Club – 3.15pm to 4pm

‘A’Team Football Match away v St Peter’s RC Primary School

Girl’s Football for Y5 & 6 – CANCELLED DUE TO FOOTBALL MATCH

Boy’s Football for Y5 & 6 - CANCELLED DUE TO FOOTBALL MATCH

Thursday 27 November Cross Country practice – 3.15pm to 4.15pm

Art Club – 3.15pm to 4pm

Year 1 & 2 ICT Club – 3.15pm to 4pm

Year 2 Art Club – 3.15pm to 4pm

Year 4, 5 and 6 Netball – 3.15pm to 4pm

Friday 28 November Tag Rugby – 3.15pm to 4.15pm

Football for Y3 & 4 – 3.15pm to 4.15pm

Attendance Ted was won by 5S who had 99.6% attendance last week.

On Time Ted was shared by 2C and 6M– who had no children late for school – Well Done.

Lost ring If anyone has lost a ring please can they contact the school office with a description of the ring.

Christmas Shows Here are the dates for our Christmas Shows:

Years 1 & 2 – Wednesday 10 December at 2pm and Thursday 11 December at 2pm.

Nursery & Reception – Tuesday 16 December at 2pm.

Tickets will be allocated for all the performances – more details to follow.

Don’t forget…..

Friday 28 November – please send your payment to school for the Cinderella Panto.

Friday 28 November – please return your filled shoeboxes to school.

Friday 5 December – deadline for Nursery applications for September 2015.

Friday 5 December at 3.20pm – Christmas Fair

Menu for week beginning Monday 17 November

Monday: Fish Fillet, Quiche (V), Chips, Mushy Peas or Baked Beans, Baked Dessert and Custard, Yoghurt andFruit.

Tuesday: Roast Dinner withTrimmings, Pasta Bake (V),Garlic Bread, Rice Pudding (strawberry, banana),Yoghurt and Fruit.

Wednesday: Burger (cheese, beef or vegetable (V)), French Fries or Wedges in a bun (not sesame seed), Spaghetti Hoops or mixed salad, Fruit Whip / Fruit Salad, Yoghurt and Fruit.

Thursday: Spaghetti Bolognese, Cheese Pie (V),Herby diced potatoes, Selection of Vegetables.

Friday: Chicken Fillet, Tray Baked Pizza (V), Potato Wedges, Selection of Vegetables or Mixed Salad, Jelly and Ice Cream or iced cake, Yoghurt and Fruit.

(V) – vegetarian option. Jacket potatoes are also available each day as are sandwiches