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A Message from Mr Nation Posted on: 12/07/2019

A Message from Mr Nation

2018- 2019 has been an incredibly busy and overall, successful year for Castle Primary School. Since the last newsletter, the children have had a variety of opportunities and experiences: Bristol Residential, water play at Forest School sessions, the Year 5 children attended the County Hall in Somerset for an Environmental Strategy Meeting (where they presented their ideas and opinions on how to improve travel and transport in regards to the environment) and some of our Year 3 children attended a Maths Quiz at Buckland St. Mary Primary School. Whether it was comments from the general public whilst in Bristol, or feedback from members of County Hall - it is apparent that the children of Castle School have been role model pupils no matter where they are. A huge well done to all the children for being so marvellous.  Sports Day was a huge success. Thank you to everyone for coming along and supporting your children. It was unfortunate that we had to pick up so much litter at the end of the session which had been left where spectators were sat. At school, we ensure we’re teaching the children about respecting our environment; can I please urge you all to model this at home as well. My thanks to those of you who tidied after themselves. I’ve been made aware that there has been some anti-social behaviour taking place at the recreation ground near the new developments. The police are aware. Please ensure your child/children are not involved. The new facilities will be available to the general public soon.  We have a huge amount of Lost Property. This is the final call before it goes to the local charity shop. Wishing you all a wonderful summer holiday.    Categories: 1 CategorySchool News
A Message from Mr Nation Posted on: 14/06/2019

A Message from Mr Nation

Welcome back! We’ve had a fun filled start to the final term of this academic year. Mrs Liddell has kindly organised for Organic Drumming to come to Castle and work with the children. Their assembly last week was incredibly inspiring and we had the whole school (including adults) singing and clapping along to a rhythm. Your children will be taking part in workshops over the forthcoming weeks and I’m looking forward to seeing (and hearing) their musical skills develop. Even Tiny Turrets Nursery have been taking part and are learning to drum and keep a steady rhythm! Swimming is underway. As always, it is lovely to see the pool in use and the children enjoying every minute of their swimming lessons. Please continue to ensure your children have their swimming kits in school.   Thank you to those of you who ensure your child attends school regularly. Can I remind everyone that we want to work with those who find this a challenge, to provide the best for your child/childrenCategories: 1 CategorySchool News
A Message from Mr Nation Posted on: 24/05/2019

A Message from Mr Nation

I can’t believe the first half of the summer term has come to an end already. Thank you to those of you who came and supported the annual ‘Castle Adult Quiz’. It was lovely to see so many of you there enjoying the evening. Well done to FOCS for organising the event and ensuring it went smoothly. Rev. Annie Gurner came to Castle the other week and held an assembly for the children based on this term’s value of ‘tolerance’. Please support your child to understand that we are all unique and the importance of tolerating (and of course celebrating) each others differences. Well done to all our Year 6 children for working so hard throughout SATs week. The staff were instrumental and ensured the children had a calm, settled and focused week. We’re incredibly proud of you all. Finally, the Class of 2015 have been busy achieving at secondary school. Several of the former Castle students have embarked on the Ten Tors, some will become Senior Students and one will be Head Girl in September. It's lovely to hear our former pupils doing so well. Have a wonderful half term.  Categories: 1 CategorySchool News
A Message from Mr Nation Posted on: 3/05/2019

A Message from Mr Nation

Welcome back. The children have returned with focus and enthusiasm. It’s wonderful so see them settling back into routines after the Easter break. Earlier this week, we had two visitors and I was proud to show them a typical day at Castle School - Forest School, ‘drop everything and read’, a book swap session as well as all the teaching and learning in class. So many varied and exciting activities and crucially, all the children were polite, friendly and well mannered.   Thank you to Mrs Downes and everyone who’ve helped organise Castle Book Week. The children have taken part in a variety of activities centred around reading. It’s been lovely to see everyone so engrossed in a book.   Thank you to our families for ensuring holidays are not taken during school term-time. A reminder regarding Term Time Leave can be found in the school’s Attendance Policy can be found online on our website: /966/policies. In line with government expectations and local county guidance, unauthorised term time absence equating to 10 or more sessions will likely incur a Penalty Notice of £60 per parent/carer per child.   By ensuring your child is in school on time, every day you are helping them to achieve their best.   If your child rides a scooter / bike to school, can you please talk to them about riding at speed along the path and showing respect to others. A few parents have come to see me about children ‘shooting past’ them and nearly hitting them or their young children.   Finally, I’m grateful to those who came along to the curriculum session at the school on Wednesday evening. I hope you found it insightful. I believe it vital that Castle School’s curriculum reflects its local community and your input is valued.  Categories: 1 CategorySchool News

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