1. Miss Crompton Mrs Chivers Mrs Roscoe Mrs Critchley We are part of Phase 4 along with Y5. 1

2. Homework set on a Friday-return by Wednesday of next week. Projects to be in before half term. PE: Tuesday/Friday Newsletter every Thursday Parentmail – please ensure we have correct contact details Fresh water sent in daily in a water bottle with a pop up top please Class assemblies will take place on a Friday at 3pm House point system to continue, involving whole school 2

3. High expectations Develop positive attitude towards work Consistent approaches by all staff following school policy Parental support Reward systems – House Points, certificates, praise postcards, texts, names on newsletter 3

4. Homework related to work we have done in class. Important to continue regular reading at home. Please write in the planner. Continue with mental maths practise, especially tables. Homework set on Friday – back for Wednesday. Parental comment/signature It is important to stress that homework should not be arduous … children need time to play, relax and be creative as well! 4

5. Handwriting Emphasis on all areas of English Reading – Importance of reading at home. Individual readers with parent helpers/students for some children. Book changing arrangements 5

6. Practise the BASICS! Multiplication tables very useful. Don’t forget the related division facts. Number strategies. Problem solving Quick mental recall. 6

7. New curriculum Earwig – more information to follow New SATs – meeting in January Trips – London and PGL 7

8. London – mid June 2016. –Theatre Trip – Charlie and the Chocolate Factory –London Eye –Tower of London –Natural History Museum –Guided Sightseeing Tour –Packed lunches –Evening Meals –Private Coach 8

9. PGL – May 2016 –Outdoor, adventurous activities –Coach travel –Meals included –Team building 9

10. Staying Safe On the Internet. People lying to others online. Bullying using the internet (Cyber bullying). Seeing (and posting) inappropriate images and material. Viruses and pop ups. It is about behaviour. The right of the child to be safe. The responsibility of the child to respect the safety and wellbeing of others and the law. Crucially, responsibility for e-safety extends beyond the school gates and beyond the school day and includes parents and extended families. Anywhere where children have access to the technology. What your Child will be Learning Why we teach E Safety 10

11. Welcome new members !! New ideas welcome. Fundraising activities – providing resources to enhance school life. Have a laugh! 11

12. Following parental requests we have decided to hold Parent Pop-in sessions (usually on the last Thursday of each half term) You are welcome to come into school from 3.30-4.30pm to browse the classrooms sharing the fabulous work we have been doing in school. 12

13. We hope that you have found this information useful. We are all looking forward to what promises to be a busy, exciting and enjoyable first term!! It has been a pleasure to meet you all. Thank you for coming! 13