Limbrick News Date: 19th January 2018 Latest news: Our children thoroughly enjoyed their assembly on Thursday this week. Liz from the 14th Coventry Scout Group gave a really interesting insight into her Scouts meetings and the activities they are involved with. They are also looking for adult volunteers. A leaflet has been given out to children in Years 1 to 6 today which gives more details. Special mention certificates were awarded to: Reception – Ellie Yr 1 – Faye Yr 2 – Chloe Yr 3 – Kayden Yr 4 – Lennon Yr 5 – Raz Yr 6 – Hannah & Katie-Ann 14th Coventry Scout Group – Information from Liz: Girls, Boys and Adults can get involved or be introduced to new things, whether Toasting Marshmallows, climbing, archery to camping under the stars. Scouting has something for everyone and is a great way to make new friends.  To showcase what we do we have arranged for a FREE Open Event on Tuesday 23rd January 2018, 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm with additional open sessions on Tuesday 6th, Tuesday 13th, Tuesday 20th and Tuesday 27th February which will highlight what Scouting has to offer and that the Scout Group caters for young people aged 5 ¾ - 8 (Beaver Scouts), 8 – 10 ½ (Cub Scouts) and 10.5 to 14 (Scouts). Come along and see for yourself what scouting has to offer- All we ask is that you complete and bring along the registration form and ensure every child attends with an adult (over 18).      Adventure for all Scouting is for everyone and it’s not just young people who can get in on the action. Working alongside our youth members are thousands of adult volunteers, with a huge variety of roles and opportunities available. How much time you give is up to you, and you don’t need any previous experience. We have a huge variety of roles to suit everyone, and whatever you choose, we’ll make sure you’re properly trained and supported.  Any queries please contact Liz Curran 0753 993 5121 or email Liz.curran@scouts.org.uk . Mobile Phone Number Changed? Please keep our records up to date by letting us know if your mobile phone number has changed. We need to be able to contact you if your child is ill or to send you a text message via Parentmail if we have snowy weather. Thank you.

Limbrick News Diary dates: Friday 26th January – Reception class visit to Tile Hill Library Monday 29th January – Reception class vision screening Tuesday 6th February – Parent’s evening 3.30 – 5.30pm Wednesday 7th February – Parent’s evening 3.30 – 5.30pm Tuesday 13th February – Pancake Day lunch Monday 19th February – Half term break begins Birth to Five Information Workshops for parents/carers with children who have additional needs: There are still places available for these workshops, which started on Tuesday 16th January at the Limbrick Wood Centre in Thomas Naul Croft. The next session on Tuesday 23rd January, about “Encouraging Positive Behaviour”, runs from 10.00am to 12 noon. Arrive at 9.30am for tea or coffee. Letters this week: YR – Visit to Tile Hill Library New Faces: None this week. Attendance and Punctuality: The percentage attendance for each class, for last week, is shown below: Nursery 83.3% Reception 97.9% Year 1 98.5% Year 2 99.3% Year 3 98.4% Year 4 98.6% Year 5 97.1% Year 6 98.5% Total 97.6% Costs: Dinner money: £2.20 per day £11.00 per week School Uniform: School Coats - £16.00 Fleeces - £13.50 Sweatshirts – £8.00 / £9.50 (depending on size) Book bags – £4.00 Pump bags – £4.00 Breakfast Club: £ 2.00 Per day After School Club: £ 5.50 Per day Please ensure your children arrive at school on time. The bell goes at 8.55am. Children need to arrive at school between 8.45am and 8.55am, in order to undertake early morning work. Therefore we will continue to record poor punctuality. If children arrive after 8.55am, they will be recorded in the late book and their parents/carers will be asked to sign the late book and record the reason why.