ONE MORE WEEK UNTIL THE HALF TERM BREAK
As our newsletters are fortnightly, this is the last one before the half term break. School closes at 3.30pm on Friday 10th February. As always, we hope you have a lovely break when it comes. The first signs of spring are starting to appear, so hopefully we can all get outside and enjoy seeing what we can spot. We reopen on Monday 20th February.
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SCOOTER SAFETY
The Year 2 children thoroughly enjoyed their scooter safety training. After discussing how to keep safe in the classroom, they got to put what they had learnt into action on the playground.
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5 STAR RATING
Following a recent Food Control inspection by officers from Food Services, we are pleased to let you know that our kitchen has once again received a a rating score of 5 (Very Good), the highest classification in the scheme. A big thank you to Mrs Kirkby and all of the kitchen team for maintaining the very highest standards and keeping us all safe.
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SAFER INTERNET DAY
On Tuesday 7th February it's Safer Internet Day. This year's theme is 'Want to talk about it? Making space for conversations about life online'. Next week, children across school will be taking part in themed activities and discussions around this topic.
This week's Online Safety Parent Guide ties in nicely with this, so please do take a look at it further down this newsletter to encourage your own discussions at home.
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WORLD BOOK DAY
Just a reminder that World Book Day will be celebrated on Thursday 2nd March. This year's theme will be 'fiction vs non-fiction'. We invite children and staff to choose their side!
If you choose fiction, come to school dressed as a character from a fictional story book or wear the colour red.
If you choose non-fiction, come to school dressed as something based on a non-fiction book or wearing the colour blue. Some ideas may be - a scientist; an explorer; an animal; an astronaut; a famous sportsperson.
We will look across school at which genre is the most popular: will it be fiction or non-fiction?
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NEU STRIKES
Thank you for your understanding on Wednesday 1st during the NEU strike action. Further dates of strike action that have been announced by the union are 28th February, 15th and 16th March. We will update you nearer the time as to how this will affect the opening of the school.
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PARENT CONSULTATION EVENINGS
We will be holding Parent Consultation Evenings on Thursday 2nd March and Wednesday 8th March. Further details will be sent out before half term.
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TESCO VOTE NOW LIVE!
Just a reminder, please vote for Parkside at Goole Tesco using the blue tokens! Thank you for your support.
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ADVANCED NOTICE OF ADDITIONAL BANK HOLIDAY
The Government has announced that Monday 8th May will be a Bank Holiday to mark the occasion of King Charles III's coronation. Therefore school will be closed on that date.
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NO CROSSING PATROL NEXT WED
Please be aware that there will be no crossing patrol next Wednesday. Please take extra care crossing Western Road.
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DIARRHOEA & VOMITING
Due to increased cases of gastroenteritis in the community, please click the button below for a letter with advice and guidance.
Click here for a pdf of the above infographic.
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NURSERY PLACES AVAILABLE FOR SEPTEMBER
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HELP FOR HOUSEHOLDS
If you are experiencing financial hardship or are concerned about the current cost of living, please contact East Riding of Yorkshire Council for support. There is a dedicated area on the council website where families can access the Cost of Living – Help for households. This is designed to help people who need financial support, or are struggling to manage. They provide a range of services that might help, alongside government and community support.
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FRIENDLY FEBRUARY
Daily actions from Action for Happiness encouraging you to carry out small acts of kindness. Have a look at the calendar below or click here to download the pdf. 'Friendly February' aims to help you be friendly to others and give your relationships a boost.
Just as with physical fitness, we can take daily steps to look after our "social fitness" too. Have a look at the video below:
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ONLINE SAFETY PARENT GUIDE
This week's free online safety guide looks at ways that trusted adults can encourage open conversations with children and young people about their digital lives. It outlines useful tips such as being as honest as possible, discussing how misleading the online world can be and creating a ‘family agreement’. Click here to download the pdf.
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FAMILY DROP IN
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FAMILY BRAIN TEASER
Last week's answer: What can you put between 7 and 8 to make the result greater than 7 but less than 8? Answer: A decimal point - 7.8
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SEND NEWS
Please click the button below for the latest SEND bulletin from East Riding Local Offer,
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REMINDER - LEARNING TO LIVE WITH COVID-19
Please see below for a reminder of the current guidance regarding school attendance and Covid-19.
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NEW MENU FOR AFTER HALF TERM
Please see below the new menu which starts after half term. (The previous menu still applies for next week.)
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DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
(Please note that all dates are subject to change. We will of course update you of any changes as soon as possible.)
Dates are also available on our website by clicking here.
Dates for Academic Year 2022/2023
- Tues 7th Feb - Safer Internet Day
- Wed 8th Feb - Year 2 Open Afternoon 2 (2.15pm)
- Fri 10th Feb - Class 1BH Assembly (9.15am)
- Fri 10th Feb - School closes for half term (3.30pm)
- Mon 20th Feb - School re-opens (Doors open 8.45am)
- Fri 24th Feb - Class 4M Assembly (9.15am)
- Mon 27th Feb - Year 1 Open Afternoon 1 (2.15pm)
- Wed 1st March - Year 1 Open Afternoon 2 (2.15pm)
- Thurs 2nd March - World Book Day
- Thurs 2nd March - Parent Consultation Evening
- Fri 3rd March - Class 4N Assembly (9.15am)
- Wed 8th March - Parent Consultation Evening
- Wed 15th March - Year 4 Open Afternoon 1 (2.15pm)
- Fri 17th March - Class 5H Assembly (9.15am)
- Fri 24th March - Class 5GB Assembly (9.15am)
- Tues 28th March - Year 4 Open Afternoon 2 (2.15pm)
- Fri 31st March - Class 5L Assembly (9.15am)
- Fri 31st March - School closes for Easter (3.30pm)
- Fri 10th March - Class 4P Assembly (9.15am)
- Mon 17th April - School re-opens (Doors open 8.45am)
- Fri 28th April - Class 3C Assembly (9.15am)
- Mon 1st May - School closed for May Bank Holiday
- Mon 8th May - School closed for Coronation Bank Holiday
- Fri 5th May - Class 3O Assembly (9.15am)
- Fri 26th May - Class 3B Assembly (9.15am)
- Fri 26th May - School closes for half term (3.30pm)
- Mon 5th June - School re-opens (Doors open 8.45am)
- Fri 16th June - Class RTW Assembly (9.15am)
- Fri 23rd June - Class RR Assembly (9.15am)
- Fri 21st July - School closes for Summer (3.30pm)
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CONTACT US
Telephone: 01405 763634
Email: parkside.primary@eastriding.gov.uk
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