HAPPY NEW YEAR
We hope you all enjoyed the Christmas break. It has been lovely to see all of the children back this week. There are lots of exciting activities and learning opportunities planned for this term and beyond; we look forward to sharing photos in future newsletters.
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YOUNG VOICES
A group of children travelled to Sheffield Arena last night to take part in the Young Voices concert. They have been practising the songs at the weekly club and were excited to perform as part of largest children’s choir concerts in the world, alongside superstar Heather Small! They all did Parkside proud with their energy and enthusiasm. A big thank you to all of the staff that helped to make it happen for the children and giving them an experience they will always remember.
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SPRING TERM CLUBS
We will be offering a range of lunchtime and after school clubs again this term. A letter will be sent out early next week with details. Clubs will start week commencing Monday 23rd January.
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IMPORTANT REMINDER FOR CURRENT NURSERY CHILDREN
The deadline for applying for a school place for Reception 2023 is 15th January.
If your child was born between 1 September 2018 and 31 August 2019 and you live in East Riding you should apply now for a school place for September 2023.
Applications should be made online at: Citizen Portal - Sign in (eastriding.gov.uk)
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SCHOOL MEALS
Please see the menu below. Please note that next week will be menu one.
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UNIFORM & CLOTHING RECYCLING
On the last Monday of each month we are going to be offering a session where used uniform and clothes can be shared. The first event will be on 3.15 – 3.45pm on Monday 30th January.
If anyone has any uniform or clothes (we particularly need hats, scarves, gloves, coats, shoes, trousers, shorts, dresses, jumpers) that could please be donated over January – please place them in the donation tubs in the outside classroom shelter.
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TESCO COMMUNITY GRANT
Just a reminder that our project will be put forward to a customer vote in Goole Tesco as part of the Tesco Community Grants Scheme. Voting will commence in store from mid January and continue until the end of March 2023, so look out for it coming soon!
Please vote for us using the blue tokens offered at checkout - if we get the most votes we could receive £1500!
Our project is titled 'Parkside Wild About Learning' as we hope to purchase wellington boots, waterproofs and equipment so that outdoor learning in our fabulous Wilderness Area can be enjoyed by the children all year round.
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NO SCHOOL CROSSING PATROL
Please note that Mrs Gunther, the school crossing patrol, will be absent for most of January. Take extra care when using the zebra crossing at these times. This is however still the safest place to cross Western Road, so please continue to use it.
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REMINDER: YEAR 4 RESIDENTIAL MEETING
This is a reminder for Year 4 parents about the meeting on Tuesday 10th January 2023 at 5.30pm in the West Hall regarding the residential trip in July. A representative from The Bushcraft Company will be there to explain in more detail what is planned for the trip. You will find out about the amenities available at the centre, what to pack, menu plans, accommodation details and a sneak peek at the activities your child will be involved in.
Children are more than welcome to attend the evening as well. If you cannot attend, the presentation will be placed on the School Jotter.
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INTRA-SCHOOL SPORTS EVENTS
Today we held the first of our intra-school sports competitions within school. These events will provide the children with the opportunity to participate in a structured sport competition and build on the Superstar qualities and the key quality their year group has been focusing on in the 'My Personal Best' assemblies. The competitions will also help towards Parkside being awarded our School Games Mark, which is a Government led award scheme that rewards schools for their commitment to the development of competition across their school and into the community.
The plan is for us to have an intra-school competition between house teams within year groups on the first Friday of every half term after the holidays. Children should come to school in their PE kits for these events.
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YEAR 5 OPEN AFTERNOONS
There has been a change of date required for the Year 5 open afternoons. This affects Class 5H only. We apologise for any inconvenience this change may cause.
The dates for Year 5 are now as follows:
- Tues 17th Jan - Year 5L & 5GB Open Afternoon (2.15pm)
- Wed 18th Jan - Year 5 Open Afternoon 2 (all classes) (2.15pm)
- Thurs 19th Jan - 5H Open Afternoon (2.15pm)
Please choose one afternoon to attend only. Up to two people may attend per child. We hope you can join us.
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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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ADVICE WHEN YOUR CHILD IS UNWELL
"Parents in England are being urged to keep children off school if they are unwell and have a fever, amid high levels of flu and Covid-19 cases. The same applies for nurseries, according to advice from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA)."
Please click the button below to read the BBC article which has full details:
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KIDS CLUB
Just a reminder that you can register for places at Kids Club for both before and after school sessions by ringing/texting 07749 948149 or emailing parkside.kidsclub@hotmail.com
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HAPPIER JANUARY
Daily actions from Action for Happiness encouraging you to carry out small acts of kindness. Have a look at the calendar below. 'Happier January' aims to help you to start the new year happier.
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ONLINE SAFETY
You can access fantastic online safety advice for free by downloading the app or following https://nationalonlinesafety.com/enrol/parkside-primary-school-1 and completing your details.
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ONLINE SAFETY PARENT GUIDE
This week's free online safety guide is one to share with your children, particularly if they received a new digital device over the holidays. Click here to download the pdf.
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FAMILY BRAIN TEASER
Last week's answer: How many gifts did 'my true love give to me' in total in the 12 days of Christmas sing? Answer: 364 - nearly one for every day of the year! The number of gifts given each day follows an interesting mathematical pattern. The sequence they go up in (1, 3, 6, 10, 15, 21, …) are known as triangular numbers. Find out more about the maths behind the song by clicking here
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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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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
- Mon 9th Jan - Whole school Science Week
- Mon 9th Jan - Year 3 Open Afternoon 1 (2.15pm)
- Tues 10th Jan - Year 3 Open Afternoon 2 (2.15pm)
- Fri 13th Jan - Class 6A Assembly (9.15am)
- Tues 17th Jan - Year 5L & 5GB Open Afternoon (2.15pm)
- Wed 18th Jan - Year 5 Open Afternoon 2 (all classes) (2.15pm)
- Thurs 19th Jan - 5H Open Afternoon (2.15pm)
- Fri 20th Jan - Class 6H Assembly (9.15am)
- Fri 27th Jan - Class 6C Assembly (9.15am)
- Mon 30th Jan - Year 2 Open Afternoon 1 (2.15pm)
- Wed 1st Feb - Year 2 Open Afternoon 2 (2.15pm)
- Fri 3rd Feb - Class 1H Assembly (9.15am)
- 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
- Fri 3rd March - Class 4N Assembly (9.15am)
- 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
- 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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