Week beginning 11th September 2017

September 10, 2017

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Welcome to Howard Primary School

We look forward to your first week with us and hope the children are as excited about starting school as we are to have them.

Please refer to the Parent Guide for information about our two week staggered entry programme for Reception children. Should you require clarity on anything, please do not hesitate to ask us when you arrive or contact the school office

During these two weeks, please feel free to join your child in the classroom for self-registration and an activity of their choosing and you may leave when you feel your child has settled sufficiently.  We ask that you please return promptly at the end of the session to pick up your child so that we may prepare for the next session or day.

Kind Regards,

Chelsea Staff

Miss Pillay, Miss Thompson, Miss Handley and Miss Evans

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TIMINGS FOR THIS WEEK

Morning group Afternoon group
Start 09.30 am 1.30pm
Finish 11.45am 3.30pm

 

 

 

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We kindly ask if you would please ensure that:

• all your child’s belongings are clearly labelled (These include uniform, PE kits. coats and bookbags)

• your child brings in a named water bottle (plain water only please) [/dropshadowbox]

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TOPIC: All about me

Book Focus: Harry and the Dinosaurs go to school by Ian Whybrow

The children will certainly identify with the main character, Harry, in this delightful book which is all about a child’s first day at school. Just like Harry, your children will be experiencing a range of emotions on their first day and we will spend as much time as is needed to make them feel safe and secure in their new environment.

Settling in: During this week we will focus on getting to know the children and their interests.  They will also learn about the rules and routines of their new environment.

By the end of the week the children should feel a bit more comfortable and settled. However, please note that every child adapts to new surroundings at their own pace, so if you are concerned about anything, please come and speak to any of our staff and we will be glad to be of assistance. [/dropshadowbox]

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  •  11th – 15th September 2017: Reception children in school for half day sessions. No lunch provided
  • 18th – 22nd September 2017: Reception children in school for half day sessions. Lunch will be provided on some days. Check your Parent Guide for further information
  • 25th September 2017: Reception children in school for full day sessions
  • 27th September 2017: Introductory Meetings for parents. (You will be advised of times in due course)
  • 4th October 2017: Phonic Workshops for parents
  • 11th and 19th October 2017: Parent’s Evenings
  • 23rd to 27th October 2017: Half Term
  • 20th December 2017: End of  Autumn Term [/dropshadowbox]