Friday News Archive

Welcome Back

I hope you all had an enjoyable half term break. We are all looking forward to the coming half term and hopefully the weather will continue improving.

Aviva Sportshall Primary Schools Competition

12 boys and 12 girls from Years 5 and 6 represented Middle Street at the Aviva Sportshall Primary Schools Competition. The children had a fantastic day taking part in a variety of athletic events. I am delighted to announce we came fourth out of 12 schools in the competition. They were a credit to the school and their parents. Their enthusiasm, behaviour and athletic skills were outstanding! Well done and thank you.

World Book Day Dressing Up

It’s World Book Day on Thursday 1^st March. However we will be celebrating the day on Friday by asking the children, if they wish (we hope they do) to dress up as their favourite book character. We are looking forward to a fun day and at some point in the day everyone will get together to admire each other’s costumes.

Upstairs and Downstairs

Years 3 and 4 will be exploring the household of Preston Manor and finding out about living and working in the last century. Year 3 are visiting Preston Manor on: Thursday 1^st March and Year 4 the following week on Monday 5^th March.

Groovy! A 60s Festival

Years 5 and 6 are planning a 60s style festival for Friday 2^nd March in the afternoon. The event will take place at the Friends Meeting House where there will be live music, products for sale and lots of other activities to take part in.

Olympic Ring Fundraising Event

We are planning to hold a fundraising event in the near future in aid of the Martletts Hospice and in Memory of Karen Sinclaire. The event will have an Olympic theme and we’ll let you know more very soon.

On- Time Teds

This week’s Key Stage 1 winners are Year 1 with 1 late mark and in Key Stage 2 the winners are Years 3 and 4 with only 1 late mark each.  Well done to all three classes for being so very punctual. We have reset the school bell to ring at 9.00 am. Children should be in class when the bell rings. If they are not in class they will be marked in as late. Please allow enough time before 9 for children to hang coats etc on pegs.

Dates for Your Diary Coming Up

The Spring term parents and carers consultation meetings take place on Wednesday 28th March and Thursday 29^th March. This is a change to the original dates so please amend your diaries. A more detailed letter will arrive home nearer the time.

Play Box Parent Volunteers Please

I am looking for a group of dedicated and committed parent/carer volunteers who can put together play boxes for use at playtimes. The boxes will be made up of safe scraps of loose materials and equipment that children can build and create with during outdoor play. There is a small budget to set up the boxes but the idea is to approach local businesses for waste materials e.g. large cardboard tubes, nets, boxes etc. If you are interested in running this project please let me know and I’ll arrange to meet with those interested to talk in more detail.

A Middle Street Mum needs your help

Is there anyone who can help out a mum with getting their child to school. Amy Barlow is hoping there is someone who may be able to collect and bring her daughter to school (Matilda in Year 3)  a couple of mornings a week. Amy lives in the Moulescoomb area and is happy to pay for your help. If you can help Amy please contact her on: 07717803819

Congratulations to…

Tyus in Year 5 who has achieved his 1000 metres swimming certificate. Well done Tyus!

Easter Break

We finish for the Easter break on Friday 30^th March and return to school on Tuesday 17^th April.

Through the 60s with Year 6

Year 6 performed their amazing assembly this afternoon to the whole school and their parents and carers. The children took us on a journey in time from the early 50s to the late 60s. They had fun with lots of dancing, singing and news reports from the era. Some of which I can remember! Thank you Year 6 we all enjoyed your assembly today.

Brass Ensemble

Children in Key Stage 2 enjoyed a performance from the Brighton and Hove music service Brass Ensemble who performed a number of familiar tunes, explained their instruments and answered children’s questions. The children and adults said the session was lots of fun and very interesting.

Time Teds

This week’s Key Stage 1 winners are Year 1 with 4 late marks and in Key Stage 2 the winners are Year 3 with only 1 late mark.  Well done to both classes for being so punctual.

Who Am I Group

I have received lots of requests to join this group. The level of interest is brilliant.  Hopefully everyone will be offered a place either during this term or in the summer term. 8 children will begin after half term and they have met with Sian today who is running the groups.

Dates for Your Diary Coming Up

The Spring term parents and carers consultation meetings take place on Wednesday 28th March and Thursday 29^th March.

This is a change to the original dates so please amend your diaries. A more detailed letter will arrive home nearer the time.

After School Care Club

If you have not used an after school care club before, ‘Class of their Own’ are offering your child the chance to see if they would enjoy the club by giving them a free trial session. The club picks up from Middle Street. If you want to find out more about what they offer visit www.classoftheirown.com

Possible Helpful Information

You may find it helpful to know that Boyces street will be closed to traffic on Wednesday 15^th February (half term week).

Play Box Parent Volunteers Please

I am looking for a group of dedicated and committed parent/carer volunteers who can put together play boxes for use at playtimes. The boxes will be made up of safe scraps of loose materials and equipment that children can build and create with during outdoor play. There is a small budget to set up the boxes but the idea is to approach local businesses for waste materials e.g. large cardboard tubes, nets, boxes etc. If you are interested in running this project please let me know and I’ll arrange to meet with those interested to talk in more detail.

Half Term Break

We finish today for the half term break  and return to school on Monday 20^th February.

Easter Break

We finish for the Easter break on Friday 30^th March and return to school on Tuesday 17^th April. Have a great break!  See you all again soon.

It’s a Boy!

I am very pleased to announce that Mrs Jones gave birth to a baby boy in the early hours of Wednesday morning. He weighs 8lbs 8oz but we are still waiting to hear what he is to be called.

Fire Brigade Visiting Nursery

The Fire Brigade will be visiting the Nursery on Monday 6^th   and Friday 10^th February.

Year 6 Assembly

Year 6 parents and carers are invited to watch the Year 6 assembly performance on Friday 10^th February.

Time Teds

This week’s Key Stage 1 winners are Year 2 and in Key Stage 2 the winners are Years 5 and 6. Well done to all three classes for being so punctual.

No Violins

There will be no violin lessons next Tuesday 7^th February.

Which Gate?

Parents and carers leaving the school in the mornings after drop off must not exit via the Nursery gate. Using the Nursery gate causes security and safety issues for the Nursery staff. Please use either the side gate into Middle Street or if that is closed exit through the school building and via the school main gate in Boyces street.

Please Talk With..

If you need to talk with your child’s class teacher please could you avoid doing this first thing in the morning when the teacher is settling the class. The teacher will be more able to listen and help you if you meet with them at the end of day. If you have an urgent message you wish to pass on to the teacher at the beginning of the day please leave a note at the office.

Half Term Sewing Club

Joyoti Grech Kato, a Middle Street mum is running a sewing club in the half term. The course costs £20 for two sessions and all materials etc are included in the price. The sessions run on Monday and Tuesday from 10.00am – 11.30am. The club takes place at The Sewing Lounge, Kingsway House, Church Road, Hove. You can book a place online at: www.sewinbrighton.co.uk/children.html

Possible Helpful Information

You may find it helpful to know that Boyces street will be closed to traffic on Wednesday 15^th February (half term week).

Half Term Break

We finish for the half term break on Friday 10^th February and return to school on Monday 20^th February.