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William Stukeley Church of England Primary School
Newsletter: Term 3 (2019/20)
In our happy, caring and safe school, our teachers will inspire
learning, support us to achieve success and create lifelong
values, characteristics and ambitions
Welcome Back
Happy New Year! I hope that everyone is in good health and the Christmas holidays
provided some opportunity for rest, relaxation and fun. It’s great to see the children
have returned to school ready to work hard and take advantage of all that will be
offered to them this coming term; a curriculum letter will be sent home very soon,
highlighting the learning for the coming weeks.
Staff
We would like to publically and warmly welcome Miss Verney to the school.
Chair of Governors
On behalf of the Governors, I would like to wish you all a very Happy New Year. As we wave
goodbye to last year and celebrate our achievements giving thanks to all those who supported and
helped our school, we now move forward to embrace 2020 full of hope, dream and ambition.
Values Education: Appreciation
The word "appreciation" means to be thankful and express admiration, approval, or gratitude. It also means to
grow or appreciate in value. We have begun conversations with our children on how, as you appreciate life,
and the people around us, you become more valuable—both to yourself and others.
You’re perhaps wondering why there’s a black dot on the page. It just serves to illustrate how although it’s only
a small black dot, our eye is drawn to it. Sometimes it’s easier to notice what is wrong in other people and in
things that happen in the world, rather than noticing the good things. Often there are many more stories about
disasters and grief, than there are about the good things that happen, but we know that this is not a true
reflection of the world around us. The good news is, like the white part surrounding the dot, there is a lot more
‘good’… sometimes we just need to look for it, to appreciate it!
Reminders
Please may we remind parents/carers DO NOT PARK ON THE YELLOW BOXED AREA
outside the school gates. Also, access through the staff car park is prohibited – please use the
pathways to enter the school grounds. Thank you.
Starting School in September 2020
Children born between 01/09/2015 & 31/08/2016 are due to start school in September 2020. Applications must
be made online at www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/schooladmissions, or by contacting the Education Team on 01522
782030 to request a paper application form or to make a telephone application. The closing date for
applications is Wednesday 15th January 2020.
Lincolnshire county council are consulting on changes to their admissions policy for 2021. Full information can
be found at https://pre.lincolnshire.gov.uk/school-admissions/school-admissions-policies
Chinese New Year - Saturday 25th January (Year of the Rat)
Children in Ducks, Robins, Woodpeckers, Kingfishers and Doves classes are having
an enrichment day on Monday 27th January, so the children can explore another
culture. They will learn about the story behind the animals and some cultural similarities
and differences between our two cultures. We will also be tasting some Chinese food!
It has always been a fun and exciting day where the children get to explore how other
people celebrate in different ways. Children are to come into school in their school
uniform but they can, if they wish, wear an animal mask of one of the twelve animals of the Chinese
calendar. Thank you for your support.
William Stukeley Church of England Primary School
Newsletter: Term 3 (2019/20)
Charity Collections
Thank you for your continued support, last term we raised £143.18 for the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.
Aldi’s Kit for Schools
A huge thank you to all parents and carers who helped to fill our poster with stickers.
This has been sent to Aldi and we will be receiving a school sports kit during the
Spring Term, containing many goodies including balls, bibs, cones, egg and spoon
kits, batons and more! We have also been entered into their prize draw for 20
chances to win £20,000 to build a health legacy at our school.
William Stukeley Celebration Day
On Wednesday 20th November we a fascinating Collective Worship
to celebrate a person of historical importance to us – ‘William
Stukeley’. A group of children, who had worked with Mrs Rowley,
had researched this famous son of Holbeach and presented what
they had discovered to the rest of the school.
As part of this Collective Worship, the current President of the
Spalding Gentlemen’s Society, Mr Tom Grimes, displayed a large
original print of William Stukeley and presented the school with a
catalogue of William Stukeley’s art from an exhibition they had held
at Asycoughfee Hall.
The local Arts organisation, ‘Transported’, commissioned Electric Egg to create artwork to adorn the side of
FreshLinc trailers. This was part of the’ Creative People and Places’ project, which promotes art within the
community. Steve Hatton, one of the artists from Electric Egg, chose the work of William Stukeley as one of
the subjects. He recreated Stukeley’s amazing artwork of Stonehenge, which is now exhibited on a FreshLinc
lorry. Neil Baker and Steven Hatton also kindly printed the art for the school. Two of FreshLinc drivers kindly
presented this art for them to keep.
We would like to thank Neil Baker and Steve Hatton for providing the artwork. In addition, Ashley Holland (from
FreshLinc) for organising the lorry and trailer for the whole school to experience and appreciate the art on such
a huge scale. We would also like to say a huge thank you to Iain Braid, Vice-chair of the school governors, for
initiating and liaising throughout the whole project.
Wild Woodcraft Stone Age trip
The children in Owls, Swans and Herons had an amazing day out at Wild
Woodcraft near Wragby, taking part in a range of Stone Age activities including
building shelters, making fires as well as cooking and eating fish. All the children
took part with such enthusiasm and have not stopped talking about their
experiences from the day. A big thank you to all the volunteer helpers who came
with us that helped to make the day so enjoyable.
Falcons & Eagles ‘Wartime Christmas’
The children in Falcons and Eagles had a wonderful time, experiencing a ‘Wartime
Christmas’, at Metheringham airbase, on Wednesday 4th December. They looked
absolutely fantastic in their wartime costumes and enjoyed a range of Christmas
activities including, making ‘ration cookies’, designing Christmas cards, creating
decorations and dancing. The day ended with a lovely Christmas story, ‘Christmas
Truce - The Place Where Peace Was Found’. The children were, as always, a credit
to the school.
William Stukeley Church of England Primary School
Newsletter: Term 3 (2019/20)
Falcons & Eagles - 2019 Church Schools’ Carol Service, Lincoln Cathedral
On Tuesday 10th December, children in Falcons and Eagles went to Lincoln Cathedral to be part of the annual
Church Schools’ Christmas Service. All involved had a lovely time; the children sang beautifully. What a
wonderful way to get into the Christmas mood!
Sport2Day Competition
On Wednesday 11th December, some children from Y3, Y4 and Y5 took part in the Sport2Day New
Age Kurling competition. The event was held at the Holbeach Hub and involved a selection of other
schools from the surrounding area. Our children enjoyed the morning, displaying lots of energy and
enthusiasm. We are very proud to say that our school finished in third place & received a bronze
award! Well done to all who took part.
East Kirkby Aviation Heritage Centre
Children in Year 3 and 4 enjoyed a creative day out at East Kirkby Aviation Heritage Centre. We used our
creative skills learnt this term during our Design Technology sessions during the different activities and made
the most of the opportunity to make beautiful painted tiles. The opportunity to then visit the exhibitions in the
excellent museum was also a highlight of the day. The day was kindly funded by Lincolnshire Aviation
Heritage and we would like to thank Sue and Nicky from LAH for a great day!
EYFS & KS1 Christmas Production ‘Higgledy Piggledy Nativity’
The children’s Nativity this year was truly amazing. We had all 140 children
involved and each child worked hard to learn their words, dances and the
songs. The singing this year was brilliant and the children looked amazing in
their costumes. A big thank you to parents that provided the children’s
costumes, your support is greatly appreciated. We are really proud of the
children and seeing the Christmas story brought to life by such young people
really captures the meaning of Christmas.
Reception and Key Stage One Christmas Party
The day began with great excitement as the children entered
into the hall that had been transformed into a Winter
Wonderland with their own snow themed decorations. The
children watched The Snowman film and then headed back to
classes to make melted snowmen biscuits and prepare their
Christingles for the Church service. The morning was filled with
crafting activities and we also got to enjoy a hot chocolate with
our snowmen biscuits. We had a special visit from Santa and
each child received a present. They played lots of traditional
party games like pass the parcel, musical statues, build a
snowman and the ever popular pass through the hoop! The
day was very successful and children were extremely excited.
We would like to express a big thank you to the Friends of the
School for helping to make the Snowman Party Day so special
by providing funding for activities, special treats, their time to make things and to decorate the hall.
Holbeach Lantern Parade
Children in Falcons and Eagles had the opportunity to take part in the Holbeach Lantern
Parade. All of the children made their own beautiful lanterns, with the support of artists
Lou and Nadya, in school and on the Friday evening, paraded around Holbeach with
them lit up. The children had a fantastic time making them and those that took part with
their parents had an amazing experience.
William Stukeley Church of England Primary School
Newsletter: Term 3 (2019/20)
Aladdin Staff Pantomime
On Thursday 19th December, all the children finished the Christmas term
off with a surprise staff pantomime of Aladdin. A group of eighteen willing
volunteers made up the entire cast including the prop lady, Mrs Ward,
and the sound technician, Mr Cuthbertson.
The children gladly booed and cheered along as favourite characters that
we all know and love were brought to life on stage.
The show opened with a scene that allowed the children to hear
Abanazer, played by Mrs Underwood, declare his evil plot to take over
the world. Abanazer needed some help from the voice of darkness, played by Mr Emery, to work out how to
summon the Genie of the lamp, played by Mrs Church. Abanazer already had the slave of the ring, played by
Mrs Thorpe, to help him but the slave was not as powerful as the Genie.
They all shouted as the evil Abanazer plotted to get the lamp from Aladdin, played by Mrs Twell, and they
cheered when Aladdin defeated Abanazer’s plot to take over the world. The bumbling police officers Chop and
Suey, played by Miss Peacher and Mrs Coote, were no help to Abanazer’s plans but they brought plenty of
comical laughter to the show! Washee, Mrs Glenn, and Widow Twanky, Mrs Cuthbertson, were there to
support Aladdin on his journey to find true love but there were a few bumpy rides along the way. Princess
Blossom, Mrs Biggs, had to convince her Emperor father, Mrs Marshall, that marrying Aladdin was okay as
long as he was a prince. Washee found love with one of Princess Blossom’s ladies in waiting, Daisy, played by
Miss Robinson, and Rose, played by Miss Brothwell, was a bridesmaid to them both.
Special thanks go to the site manager, Mr Sampson and the vice chair of governors, Mr Braid
for their excellent portrayal of market stallholders chasing Aladdin through the streets of Peking
and to Mr Munn for stepping in at the last minute and being the most spectacular Chancellor to
the Emperor.
Choir Events
The Stukeley Choir have been on tour once again this term. They have performed at
the school Christmas fayre, Holbeach Christmas Fayre, Mayfield Nursing Home and
Patchett Lodge. They have done a fabulous job at performing at all venues. Well
done Choir!
Remembrance Day
On Sunday 10th November, children from our school took part in the Remembrance
Day parade. They represented our school by walking with members of staff,
Brownies, Rainbows, Cubs, Scouts or Mini Police. It was a fantastic turn out and the
children really did themselves and us proud. Kaedi and Toby laid the wreath at the
memorial and did a great job. Thank you to the parents who also walked with us, or
dropped their children off, so that they could recognise this occasion. On Monday 11th
November some of our School Councillors represented our school and took part in
the two-minute silence at the War Memorial in Holbeach.
Letters for the office
If you have any reply slips or monies to be sent to the office, for your convenience we have a post
box located outside the main entrance. When sending or bringing payments into school please
ensure that the envelope is labelled and securely sealed; please ensure you send the exact
amount as it is difficult for us to always give change. May we respectfully ask that deadlines for
the return of slips etc. are adhered to; children can often be disappointed if not and it can create
additional work for the office staff.
William Stukeley Church of England Primary School
Newsletter: Term 3 (2019/20)
Absences / Medical Appointments
If your child is absent from school for any reason, please ensure you phone the school to advise
– you can leave a message on our answerphone, stating the reason for absence. Please
remember that all school absences must be followed up in writing. School records will be marked
‘unauthorised’ if we have not received confirmation in writing regarding an absence.
Please also be reminded that, following ‘Health Protection Agency’ guidelines and school policy,
children must stay off school for 48 hours following any vomiting or diarrhoea.
Winter Weather
Should the school need to close due to the weather, we will text all parents who are registered with
ParentMail, however, you can also find out via BBC Lincolnshire or Heart FM Radio stations.
If you cannot get your child/children to school, then please telephone and leave a message on the
absence line explaining your difficulty.
Uniform / Lost Property
To enable us to return a lost item to its owner please ensure that all items of uniform and
property are clearly labelled with your child’s name. As the weather is getting colder please
also ensure that you send your child to school with a coat.
Please also be reminded, our new ‘Pop Up Shop’ (free uniform shop) is now up and
running. Lost, un-named clothing will be stored in school for 6 weeks then, once a term,
displayed outside on rails - for another opportunity to claim items. After this time, we will
assume the garments are to be donated to the uniform shop. Lost property will still be
checked regularly and named items returned.
Uniform is also available to purchase online via our supplier Nationwide School Uniforms.
https://www.nationwideschooluniforms.co.uk/
You can choose to have your order either delivered to school FREE OF CHARGE or directly to your home
address (£4.50 delivery charge). The deadline for orders this month is Tuesday 28th January, for free delivery
to school, week commencing Monday 3rd February.
Lunchtimes
If ordering school meals for your child, please ensure that it is an option that your child likes
and will enjoy. Please do not send a packed lunch for your child if you have ordered a school
meal – if you are unsure which days you have ordered, you can check on www.willoughby-
foods.co.uk or by contacting the office.
Please do not send products containing nuts as we have children in school with nut allergies.
Thank you for your continued support.
Safety
We often advise the children, but thought parents/carers should be made aware, it has brought to our attention
that there are posts circulating on social media regarding drugs being marketed to appear as ‘pink teddy bear’
sweets / pills.
William Stukeley Church of England Primary School
Newsletter: Term 3 (2019/20)
Diary Dates
Tuesday 7th January Start of Term 3
Friday 10th January Final Hilltop payment due
Wednesday 15th January Closing date for Reception 2019 applications
Monday 27th January Reception & KS1 celebrating Chinese New Year Day
Tuesday 28th January Monthly deadline for uniform orders (Nationwide Uniforms)
Monday 10th February National Child Measurement Programme: YR & Y6 Heights & Weights
Wednesday 12th February Year 6 to Hilltop
Friday 14th February Year 6 return from Hilltop
End of Term 3
Monday 24th February Start of Term 4
Friday 28th February PGL residential, 3rd payment due
Thursday 5th March World Book Day
Monday 9th – Friday 13th March Sport Relief
Friday 27th March Friends School Discos
Friday 3rd April End of Term 4
Monday 6th – Thursday 9th April Year 6 Easter School – details to follow
Monday 20th April Start of Term 5
TERM DATES 2019/20
Term 3 Tuesday 7th January – Friday 14th February 2020
Term 4 Monday 24th February – Friday 3rd April 2020
Term 5 Monday 20th April – Thursday 21st May 2020
Bank Holiday Friday 8th May 2020 (school closed) NEW DATE
Term 6 Monday 1st June – Tuesday 21st July 2020
Staff Training Days
(school closed) Monday 6th January 2020
Friday 22nd May 2020
One training day remaining; twilight sessions will probably be used
Due to school requirements training days may be subject to change.
William Stukeley Church of England Primary School
Newsletter: Term 3 (2019/20)
TERM DATES 2020/21
Term 1 Thursday 3rd September – Thursday 22nd October 2020
Term 2 Monday 2nd November – Friday 18th December 2020
Term 3 Tuesday 5th January – Friday 12th February 2021
Term 4 Monday 22nd February – Thursday 1st April 2021
Term 5 Tuesday 20th April – Friday 28th May 2021
Monday 3rd May - Bank Holiday (school closed)
Term 6 Monday 7th June – Wednesday 21st July 2021
Staff Training Days Tuesday 1st September 2020
(school closed) Wednesday 2nd September 2020
Monday 4th January 2021
Monday 19th April 2021
One training day remaining; twilight sessions
Due to school requirements training days may be subject to change.
School Times School Starts 8:55 am.
Lunchtime KS1 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm.
Lunchtime KS2 12:15 pm – 1:15 pm.
End of teaching and learning for KS1 3:20 pm.
End of teaching and learning for KS2 3:25 pm.
Please remember to visit our school website: www.williamstukeley.lincs.sch.uk
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