16th June 2023
We would like to say a huge “THANK YOU” to the team at Ramsbury Estate, who provided an amazing whole school trip on Thursday, at no cost to the school, exploring the great outdoors. The children and staff had a fantastic day orienteering, paddling in the stream, talking about the plant life cycle, bug hunting, drawing the truly beautiful countryside as well as a huge game of hide and seek. Please click on the photos to find out more on our school blog.
Rowan Class visited Marlborough College’s planetarium on Wednesday and learnt more about the constellations. Thank you Marlborough College for also providing another fantastic trip at no cost.
We are all looking forward to the PTA Summer Fair this afternoon, between 4:30pm and 7pm, on the school field and we hope you can all join us.
Kennet House Day – Friday 23rd June
On the 23rd June, the Kennet House Day takes place in aid of St Anna’s School and Orphanage in Ghana. We would like you to pay a donation, either via Weduc or cash on the gate, to come in a splash of red, green, black or yellow (the Ghanaian flag colours) and to play some traditional Ghanaian games.
Music Concert – Monday 19th June
To mark the start of International Music Week, on Monday, at 2pm, we will be holding a short concert in the church. Children in Cherry Class who have been learning the cornet this term, Brass Ensemble and some children who have music lessons in school will be taking part, along with singing from KS2. The whole school community are very welcome to come join us.
Fiver Challenge – Message from Oak Class
Oak Class have been taking part in the Fiver Challenge, a national project where children start with £5 to spend on their business and sell their products or services. The Fiver Challenge has inspired the children at St Michael’s to work hard to bring their business to life. We are holding a school market on the playground on Thursday 22nd June and Thursday 29th June, after school. Please join us to buy some tasty cakes, lemonade, get your car washed or get some chores done.
Brass Lessons
Next week, brass lessons will take place on Monday and Friday as Monday 26th June is a TD Day. Please make sure children have their instruments with them.
Sun Hats and Sun Cream
Please ensure your child has a named sun hat in school every day and sun cream is applied in the morning, before school. Children can have a named bottle of sun cream in their bags (for personal use), so they can top up their sun cream should they choose to.
Sports Day
As a reminder, our Sports Day takes place on 30th June. All the family are welcome to watch and support the children and join us for lunch on the field. You are welcome to come along at various different points of the day or stay for the whole event.
Approximate time Activity Class
9am Steeplechase Whole School – All parents welcome
10am Carousel of activities KS1 – Acorn, Hazel & Birch
KS1 parents welcome
11am Flat races KS1 – Acorn, Hazel & Birch
KS1 parents welcome
Noon – 12:45pm Children to eat their lunch on the field – Bring your own lunch if you would like to join them. Whole School – All parents welcome
1pm Competitive games KS 2 – Cherry, Elder, Rowan & Oak
KS2 parents welcome
1:45pm Flat races KS 2 – Cherry, Elder, Rowan & Oak
KS2 parents welcome
2:45pm Big Wheel – 4 children from each class (you will be informed by the class teacher if your child is selected to run) Whole School – All parents welcome to enjoy this spectacle
We look forward to seeing you on the day and fingers crossed for good weather. We will let you know if sports day has to be postponed to our reserve date, Monday 3rd July, via Weduc.
Messages from the PTA:
Summer Fair – Friday 16th June
The Summer Fair is this afternoon, from 4.30pm – 7:00pm, on the School Field. Fun and games, “Floor is Lava”, licensed bar, delicious food, children’s activities, school flash mob performance and much much more. All in the glorious sunshine!
The Summer Fair Silent Auction has some fantastic fun days out available for bidding on, with more prizes to come! https://app.galabid.com/summer-fair-2023/register.
Message from St Michael’s Church – Zimbabwean Family “Braai” (Zimbarbecue)
Please find attached further details regarding the Zimbabwean Family “Braai” (Zimbarbecue) on 8th July 2023.
Message from Wiltshire Children’s Centres:
Please find attached the Wiltshire Children’s Centres upcoming courses.
Message from Monkhouse – School Uniform:
It’s important for parents to shop for all their uniform requirements by 31st July 2023 for the best service and stock levels for Back to School. – https://www.monkhouse.com/
Term 6
Monday 19th June Music Concert – 2pm in the Church Whole School Community
Tennis After School Club – Catch up session for the Thursday groupTennis After School Club (Thursday group)
Tuesday 20th June Trip to Roves Farm Reception
Wednesday 21st June Celebration Day – music event at Bristol University Cherry
Thursday 22nd June ‘My Favourite Things’ concert by Marlborough and Pewsey Music Cluster Schools’ Rowan & Brass Ensemble
Friday 23rd June Kennet House Day – Please wear a splash of red, green, black or yellow Whole School
Brass Lessons (in place of 26th June)Brass Pupils
Celebration Assembly – 2:40pmWhole School Community
Monday 26th June TD Day – School Closed Whole School
Friday 30th June Sports Day Whole School Community
Monday 3rd July Reserve Sports Day (in case of bad weather on the Friday) Whole School Community
Tennis After School Club – Catch up session for the Thursday groupTennis After School Club (Thursday group)
Tuesday 4th July OPAL Stay & Play – 2pm Whole School Community
Wednesday 12th July School Play (all KS2 pupils) – Afternoon & Evening Performances Key Stage 2 (Years 3 -6)
Thursday 13th July School Play (all KS2 pupils) – Evening Performances Key Stage 2 (Years 3 -6)
Friday 14th July Oak Class Cup Service Oak Class & their family
Friday 21st July Last Day of Term – 1:15pm Finish Whole School
11am – End of year celebration in ChurchAll Parents Invited
Monday 24th July TD Day – School Closed Whole School
TD days
Monday 26th June 2023
Monday 24th July 2023
