Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.

• Open Days

  Thu 28 Sep 2023

  Is your child 4 or will they turn 4 on or before 01September 2024? If yes, they can start school in September 2024!

   

  From 1 November 2023, Hampshire residents can apply online for a school place or collect an application form from us or any Hampshire Infant or Primary School. For more information go to www.hants.gov/admissions

   

  We will be holding numerous Open Day sessions and invite parents and children to visit the school for a presentation with one of Senior Management Team and a tour of our school .

  

• Cycle to School Week - 25th - 29th September 2023

  Mon 18 Sep 2023

  We’re excited to launch 2023’s Cycle to School Week, taking place from Monday 25 - Friday 29 September.

   

  Do you want to save money, get healthier and protect the environment? As well as have lots of fun on the journey to school?

   

  Then get involved with Cycle to School Week!

   

  This year, Cycle to School Week will take place between Monday 25 – Friday 29 September 2023.

  With support from our friends at Sustrans, we are celebrating the fun and freedom of an eco-friendly cycle commute, and  encourage all families, pupils and teachers to get involved. 

   

  Make a pledge – and win!

   

  This year we are asking pupils, parents, schools and teachers to make a cycling pledge. Simply fill in the form on the link below, choose your pledge, and be entered into the prize draw to win a brand new Frog children’s bike!

   

  https://www.bikeability.org.uk/cycletoschoolweek/?utm_campaign=194679_Family%20Enews%20Cycle%20to%20School%20Week%202023&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Sustrans&dm_i=7CK6,467R,CMJBK,GJDH,1

   

  You could pledge to

  · Swap one car journey for cycling

  · Cycle to school everyday

  · Discover somewhere new to cycle

  · Go on a cycle ride with your family

   

  There are lots of opportunities to get involved, win prizes, and learn valuable skills for all ages.

  Cycling, walking or scooting to school is a great way to change things up and reduce your carbon footprint. 

   

  We've put together a list of 9 reasons why your family should ditch the car and enjoy a school run in the fresh air .

   

  1.  Build activity into the whole family’s routine

  2. It's a boost for mental health and wellbeing

  3. It's the best way to start the day

  4. It will help ease congestion outside the school gate

  5. It's good for the environment

  6. It increases children’s road safety awareness

  7. It lets you connect with the world around you

  8. You’ll save money

  9. Think of all the fresh air, freedom and fun you’ll have along the way

   

  There are more details on the link below:

   

  sustrans.org.uk/our-blog/get-active/2019/everyday-walking-and-cycling/9-reasons-to-cycle-scoot-or-walk-the-school-run/?utm_campaign=194679_Family%20Enews%20Cycle%20to%20School%20Week%202023&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Sustrans&dm_i=7CK6,467R,CMJBK,GJ3W,1

   

   

  

• Mental Health Support Team - Anxiety Workshop

  Thu 14 Sep 2023

  The Mental Health Support team will be running a Mental Health Workshop at School on Tuesday 3rd October from 9:00am to 10.00am approximately.

   

  If you would like to attend please fill out the Parent Mail Form sent today. This workshop is an adult only event.

   

  Please come along for tea and biscuits and to learn more about childhood anxiety.

  We look forward to seeing you.

   

  Mrs Abby Chambers

  Child and Family Support Worker

  

• Travel Wise Week - 16th - 22nd September 2023

  Wed 13 Sep 2023

  TravelWise Week is a world-wide, week-long Travel Challenge where Modeshift asks everyone to Travel Wisely!

   

  This is taking place between 16-22 September this year. We aim to promote active travel, public transport, and other cleaner and healthier transport choices which culminates in World Car Free Day  on Friday 22nd September when everyone is encouraged to find an alternative mode of travel for just one day.

   

  TravelWise Week is the perfect opportunity to swap your car for a more active form of travel such as: walking, scooting or cycling. If you need to drive, can you consider public transport?

   

  We will trying to raise awareness around the impacts of travel choices on an individual’s health and wellbeing, and on the environment throughout this week and would love it if you could try and participate as much as possible. We will be taking a daily log of pupils mode of travel in this period.

  We are planning to launch TravelWise Week during assembly and run different events each days, such as:

  · A scavenger hunt on the way to school

  · Talking and writing stories about children's journeys to school

   

  Further details to follow in next week’s Newsletter....

   

  All schools taking part have the opportunity to berecognised through Modeshift’s new and    exciting TravelWise Week Awards!