23rd June 2023
Today, Kennet House Captains have ran another wonderful House Day, raising money for St Anna’s School and Orphanage in Ghana. Children heard from Mrs Stibbard, who shared how she set up the orphanage and how the school has made such a positive impact on children’s lives. Throughout the day, children have also been playing traditional Ghanaian games.
Acorn Class had an amazing experience at Roves Farm on Tuesday. They fed the pigs, went on a tractor ride, made a house for a mouse, stroked many different animals and, of course, had fun in the play area!
On Monday, Key Stage 2 (years 3 – 6) held a music concert to mark the start of International Music Week. We enjoyed performances from Brass Ensemble, Cherry Class cornet players and some children who have music lessons in school. Also, on the music theme, Cherry Class visited Bristol University Music Department this week and had a fantastic time.
As reminder, Monday 26th June is a TD day and Friday is our planned Sports Day (timetable of the sporting events below).
Fiver Challenge – Message from Oak Class
Thank you to those that bought products and services from Oak Class as part of their Fiver Challenge. They will be holding a second school market on the playground on Thursday 29th June, after school. Please join us to buy some tasty cakes, lemonade, get your car washed or get some chores done.
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
Thank you to all those who joined us on Friday evening for our Summer Fair. We were so fortunate with the weather and we were thrilled to see so many St Michael’s family members. We raised over £1,300 and there is still time to bid on the amazing prizes in our Summer Fair Silent Auction, which closes this evening! 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. Tickets can be booked I advance on this link or via the QR code.
Message from Aldbourne Children’s Book Group:
We are holding our monthly committee meeting to talk about our summer garden party and other exciting events on Monday 26th June at 8pm. Please call Helen Cooper on 07751771612 or email Helencooper27@gmail.com for more details.
Message from MyClothing (uniform providers):
This weekend MyClothing are offering free delivery on orders using code: JUNDELIVERY on the website.
Term 6
Monday 26th June TD Day – School Closed Whole School
Friday 30th June Sports Day Whole School Community
No Celebration Assembly (due to 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
