Letters
A chance for you to pick up the details from
recent school newsletters.
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No. 4 - 11th
January
Dear Parent/Carer
A Happy New Year and welcome back after the Christmas break,
we hope that the children are fully rested and ready for
the challenges of the Spring term.
School Photographs
The school photographer will be in school next Wednesday
18th January. All children will have an individual photograph
taken and a family one if they have brothers and sisters
in school. If there are any young children who are not of
school age that you want including then you are welcome
to come along for a 9.00 a.m. start. Remember you are not
obliged to order anything! If you don’t wish your
child to have a photograph taken can you let us know before
Wednesday?
Out of school activities
| Monday |
Board Games - All children, Mrs Charlesworth
& Miss Bretton |
3.15-4.00 |
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Maths’ Club - KS2, Mrs Hawkridge |
3.15-4.00 |
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| Tuesday |
Writing Group - Target group, Mrs
Steadman |
3.15-4.00 |
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Art Club - KS2, Mrs Fella |
3.15-4.00 |
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Strictly Come Dancing - All children,
Mrs Hopkinson |
3.15-4.00 |
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| Wednesday |
Dream Team Football - Class SG and
older, Mr Joburns, Mr Pearson and Mr Reed |
3.15-4.15 |
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| Thursday |
Sound of Music, Church choir - All
children – Father Peter |
3.15-4.00 |
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YMCA - Target Group, Lynn and Mark |
3.15-5.00 |
The staff will try to fulfil these times but occasionally
we may have to cancel when teachers may have to attend meetings
and courses. Give school a ring to check with the teacher
to be sure.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY (further details
to follow)
13.02.12
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February Half term (13.02-17.02.12) |
20.02.12
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INSET DAY |
| 23.02.12 |
Tacs day – Nature Watch |
| 15.03.12 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – MB |
| 19.03.12 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – FS |
| 20.03.12 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – CH |
| 21.03.12 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – SG |
| 22.03.12 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – AH |
| 26.03.12 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – SH |
| 27.03.12 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – EF |
| 30.03.12 |
Easter Service – St Paul’s 9.45 |
We will send you more details about these events nearer
the time
Pupil care and well-being
If you have any concerns or worries or any information
that you feel we ought to know about, please don’t
hesitate to get in touch.
Booking holidays
Could parents of Year 6 children note that the SATs examinations
will take place from Monday 14th May to Friday 18th May
2012? Children in year 6 should not take holidays during
this week. We are seeking to improve our school attendance
during the Spring Term please try to ensure that your child
attends whenever possible, absent days mean missed learning!
School Governors
Just to remind you that the ballot for our parent governor
vacancy closes this Friday.
Indoor Shoes
With the inclement weather during the winter months we
are encouraging all of the children to bring an old pair
of bedroom slippers or plimsolls to wear inside school.
Out Of School Club – Playworks
If you would like to book your child in between 3.15 and
6.00 during this term then contact Heather on 0799 900 0829.
Shining Stars
Watch out for our new ‘Shining Stars’ certificates.
The children will start to bring home these new certificates
from Friday, these replace the Special Mentions that we
used previously.
School website
Please feel free to access our school web page www.brierleyschool.com
(no need - you're there now!). In the very near future,
for your information, we will have all our school polices
available.
Winter seems to be passing without last year’s disruption
(fingers crossed!), however the website will have the latest
information as to whether school is open or closed.
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No. 3 - 22nd
November 2011
Dear Parent/Carer
Remembrance Service and Children in Need
Thank you to the children, staff and parents who helped
to make these events such a success. Of the School Church
Choir the musical director of Grimethorpe Colliery Band
said that their performance was “Spellbinding”
and “Magical”.
Mrs Fella’s class raised £26.00 to donate to
the Royal British Legion with their ‘poppy buns’.
Last Friday the children easily succeeded in covering Pudsey
Bear’s face with coins, we raised £172 for this
good cause.
Book Fair
We will be holding a book fair between Monday November 28th
and Thursday 1st December. Books will be on sale between
3.00 and 3.40 on each of these days. You are welcome to
come and have a browse. The books will be on sale in the
alcove on the corridor between Mrs Hopkinson’s and
Mrs Gough’s classrooms.
St Paul’s Church and Brierley School Christmas
Fair
Friday 9th December between 3.15 and 5.00pm
We will be holding a combined Christmas Fair to help raise
funds for school and our church of St Paul’s. Please
come along and join us for a little while. If you have any
unwanted gifts or bric-a-brac, these will be gratefully
received. One of our parent governors, Mrs Garner, is wanting
as much help as possible with the fair, please give her
a call on 07930066995 if you are able to commit any time.
Christmas Dinner
The school Christmas dinner will be on Thursday 8th December.
The cost of a dinner is £1.70. There will be no ‘grab
bags’ or jacket potatoes available on this day. If
your child normally brings a packed lunch but would like
a Christmas dinner then please order no later than Monday
5th December.
Christmas Holiday
School will close at 3.15 p.m. on Friday 16th December and
will re-open on Tuesday 3rd January 2012.
Dates for December
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School Christmas Dinner |
| 09.12.11 |
End of term service – at school / Christmas
Fair 3.15-5pm |
| 13.12.11 |
End of term service – at school |
| 14.12.11 |
Christmas party & visit from Santa - Classes MB.
SH & SG |
| 15.12.11 |
Christmas party - EF,AH, CH & FS |
| 16.12.11 |
Carol Service – St Paul’s |
End of Term Service – At School
The children will be performing (“Match Girls Christmas”-
KS2) and (“Not Such a Silent Night” –
KS1) on Friday December 9th at 9.30am and Tuesday December
13th at 2.00pm. Tickets will be on sale on Monday 28th £1.00
each.
Parent Governor Vacancy
We have a vacancy for a parent governor; please find attached
a nomination form. Should you wish to nominate one of your
fellow parents please return the completed form in a sealed
envelope by Tuesday 29th November 2011 at 3.00pm.
Christmas Post Box
The school Christmas post box will be available for the
children to post Christmas cards to their friends from Monday
5th December.
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No. 2 - 8th
November 2011
Dear Parent/Carer
INDOOR SHOES
It’s that time of year again! Could you help us to
try and keep school clean by providing a pair of indoor
shoes for your child to change into during the winter months?
REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY
We will be holding a special assembly for the children on
Friday remembering this special time and some of Class FS,
with Miss Simpson, will be laying a wreath at St Luke’s
church on Sunday.
HARVEST FESTIVAL
Many thanks for the harvest gifts. Miss Simpson’s
class distributed the produce to the elderly residents of
the village and we have received several letters of thanks.
SCHOOL SPORTS
We have recently been very active in our participation of
school sport. The children have represented our school in
a cross-country run. We were really impressed by their sportsmanship
and enthusiasm. We have also been involved in a football
tournament and a match against Burton Road. Our year 6 children
have been trained as team leaders to support the school
with outdoor play
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
| 09.11.11 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – SG |
| 10.11.11 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – CH |
| 14.11.11 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – EF |
| 15.11.11 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – MB |
| 16.11.11 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – AH |
| 08.12.11 |
School Christmas Dinner |
| 09.12.11 |
End of term service – at school |
| 13.12.11 |
End of term service – at school |
| 14.12.11 |
Christmas party & visit from Santa - Classes MB.
SH & SG |
| 15.12.11 |
Christmas party - EF,AH, CH & FS |
| 16.12.11 |
Carol Service – St Paul’s |
We will send you more details about these events nearer
the time
OUT OF SCHOOL CLUB (SHAFTON VILLAGE HALL)
If you would like to book your child in between 7.30 and
9.00 and 3.15 and 6.00 during this term then contact Tracy
or Kerry on 07961263244 or 07716858990.
MORRISON’S VOUCHERS
Just to let you know that we are collecting the Morrison’s
‘Let’s Grow’ vouchers. Please tell family
and friends!
NEW STARTERS
We are now taking applications for school places for the
next academic year (2012/13). If you know of any children
born between 01/09/07 and 31/08/08 then their parents need
to be applying for a place now! All relevant information
is in school and the closing date for applications to primary
schools is Friday November 18th. Please note that parents
can also apply online at www.barnsley.gov.uk and follow
the links.
HOLIDAYS DURING TERM TIME
Please be mindful of not taking holidays during term time,
it has a detrimental effect on the children’s continuity
and progression of learning
LUNCH TIME SCHOOL MEALS SUPERVISOR
We are looking to recruit a relief lunchtime school meals’
supervisor. You will be expected to work during term time
for a total of five hours per week, if anyone is interested
please contact Mrs Kitchin in the school office.
FRIENDS AND PARENTS GROUP
Mrs Garner is looking to set up a friends and parents group
to help with fundraising and additional events for the children.
She would welcome any help and ideas that you were able
to give. Helen has just set up a Facebook Page – Brierley
School Parents and Friends, where you can get in touch.
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No. 1 - 9th
September 2011
Dear Parent/Carer,
Welcome back to our new school year. We hope that you all
had an enjoyable holiday. A warm welcome especially to the
‘new’ children and to Mrs Fella, Mrs Ramsbottom
and Mrs Firth who have joined us this term.
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Holiday Dates 2011/12
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Break up 3.15 p.m |
Return 8.55 a.m |
| October 2011 & Inset |
Friday 21st October |
Tuesday 1st November |
| Christmas 2011 & Inset |
Friday 16th December |
Tuesday 3rd January |
| February 2012 & Inset |
Friday 10th February |
Tuesday 21st February |
| Easter 2012 & Inset |
Friday 30th March |
Monday 16th April |
| Inset |
Wednesday 2nd May |
Friday 4th May |
| May Day |
Friday 4th May |
Tuesday 8th May |
| Spring Bank 2012 & Inset |
Friday 1st June |
Tuesday 12th June |
| Summer Break 2012 |
Friday 20th July |
Monday 3rd September |
Please note Inset days are subject to change.
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Attendance Matters
We hope that you will adhere to the school holidays when
booking you family breaks. Children’s progress is
hindered when they are not at school and taking holidays
during team times really compounds this problem. Brierley’s
attendance for the spring term was well below the average
for Barnsley Schools, much of which was due to holidays.
We informed you last term that no holiday will be authorised
during half-term one and if any pupil’s attendance
is below 95% this will also trigger an unauthorised absence.
Such absences are subject to a local authority fine. Please
help us help your child!
N.B PARENTS/CARERS OF CHILDREN WHO ARE IN YEAR 6 IN SEPTEMBER.
NOTE THAT THIS YEAR’S SAT’S EXAMS WILL TAKE
PLACE FROM MONDAY 14TH MAY TO FRIDAY 18TH MAY 2012. HOLIDAYS
SHOULD NOT BE TAKEN DURING THIS WEEK
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Dates for your diary (further details
to follow)
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| 14.10.11 |
Harvest Festival – St Pauls |
| 31.10.11 |
INSET DAY |
| 07.11.11 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – SH |
| 08.11.11 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – FS |
| 09.11.11 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – SG |
| 10.11.11 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – CH |
| 14.11.11 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – EF |
| 15.11.11 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – MB |
| 16.11.11 |
Parent, teacher, pupil consultation day – AH |
| 09.12.11 |
End of term service – at school |
| 13.12.11 |
End of term service – at school |
| 14.12.11 |
Christmas party & visit from Santa - Classes MB.
SH & SG |
| 15.12.11 |
Christmas party - EF,AH, CH & FS |
| 16.12.11 |
Carol Service – St Paul’s |
We will send you more details about these events nearer
the time
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School Uniform
Please ensure that your child is wearing the correct uniform.
Boys:
- Grey trousers
- White shirt or polo shirt
- Red sweatshirt, cardigan or jumper
- White socks
- Black shoes or black trainers
Girls:
- Grey skirt, pinafore or trousers
- White blouse, shirt or polo shirt
- Red sweatshirt, cardigan or jumper
- White socks
- Black shoes or black trainers
- Summer: Summer dress - red and white check
Available from school to order are items bearing the school
logo, prices as follows:
Sweatshirts are £8.00
Cardigans are £10.00
Ties are £2.00 and
Shower-proof coats are £13.50,
Polo shirts are £6.00,
P.E Bags and Book Bags are £2.00.
Out of School Clubs
We will be starting our extra-curricular activities from
Monday September 12th.
| Monday |
Board Games (all children)
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3.15 – 4.00pm
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Mrs Charlesworth & Miss Bretton |
| Tuesday |
Film Club (by invitation)
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3.15 – 4.30pm |
Miss Simpson |
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Strictly Come Dancing
(all children) |
3.15 – 4.00pm |
Mrs Hopkinson & Mrs Hawkridge |
| Wednesday |
Boys Football (Yr 2 & above)
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3.15 – 4.15pm |
Mr Joburns & Mr Reed |
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Sew Much fun (all children)
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3.15 – 4.00pm |
Mrs Biggs and Mrs Gough |
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Aerobics (Key Stage 2) |
3.15 - 4.00pm
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Miss Simpson |
| Thursday |
Church School Choir
(Yr 2 & above) |
3.15 – 4.00pm |
Father Peter |
Depending on the numbers of children some activities may
have to be organised over alternate weeks, we will be in
a better position to know that after next week
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Visits
We are planning some exciting and interesting visits for
this term. The class teachers will be informing you of what
is happening. Further information will be sent out soon.
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New Starters
We are now taking applications for school places for the
next academic year (2012 /13). If you know of any children
born between 01/09/07 and 31/08/08 then their parents need
to be applying for a place now! All relevant information
is in school and the closing date for applications to primary
schools is Friday November 11th.
Please note that parents can also apply online.
Listening to Children Read
If any one is interested in helping classes with their
reading please get in touch with the school office. Ideally
you would be able to offer us around 2/3 hours per week
on a regular basis.
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