St. Andrew's C of E Primary School http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new Great Yeldham, Essex, UK Fri, 18 May 2012 19:24:03 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 Constable online! http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/05/11/constable-online/ http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/05/11/constable-online/#comments Fri, 11 May 2012 19:24:42 +0000 head http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/?p=4194 Constable Class took part in discussions over the internet with one of their quad blogging schools, Pontybrenin in Wales using Skype.  To find out more about quad blogging why not visit their blog www.constable.primaryblogger.co.uk. ]]> http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/05/11/constable-online/feed/ 0 Yeldham’s Got Talent http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/05/11/yeldhams-got-talent/ http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/05/11/yeldhams-got-talent/#comments Fri, 11 May 2012 19:23:02 +0000 head http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/?p=4192 REMEMBER!

Applications for “Yeldham’s Got Talent” need to be handed in by 11th May.  Tickets for the final on the 26th May will be on sale from 14th May (£3 each).  A raffle and auction will be held on the night, so make sure you bring some cash!

]]> http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/05/11/yeldhams-got-talent/feed/ 0 Mini beasts! http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/05/11/mini-beasts/ http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/05/11/mini-beasts/#comments Fri, 11 May 2012 19:21:52 +0000 head http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/?p=4189 Pupils in De Vere and Butler classes had great fun on Wednesday making a ‘mini-beast hotel’ under the supervision of Susan Allen from Essex Wildlife Trust.  Susan was particularly impressed with the enthusiasm and behaviour of our pupils.  The ‘hotel’ can be seen in the Early Years playground. ]]> http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/05/11/mini-beasts/feed/ 0 Aylmerton UPDATE! http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/04/29/aylmerton-update/ http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/04/29/aylmerton-update/#comments Sun, 29 Apr 2012 09:15:57 +0000 head http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/?p=4143 Read more →]]> Just to let everyone know that it is all going well at Aylmerton!

Despite all the rain, they are having a great time!

Mrs Martin informed me that at 9am (Sunday Morning) they were all sitting in six layers of clothing including thermals, waterproofs and life jackets getting ready to go and see the seals! An early start!

The six mile walk along the coast may not happen this afternoon though, as the weather isn’t great. However, a much drier adventure through Cromer’s museums may be the order of the day!

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Every Thursday 1:00 -3:00pm at the Reading Rooms, Great Yeldham.
Please ‘drop in’ for delicious cakes and a cup of tea and a chat. Everyone is welcome!
Play equipment is available for the children.

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This exciting trip is nearly upon us and Mr Hart and Mrs Martin (Neave) are busy preparing for the event. Mrs. Martin’s class will be taught by a supply teacher whilst she is away. The children who are not going to Aylmerton in Courtauld Class will be taught by Mrs. Gurney in Holst Class.

]]> http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/04/20/aylmerton-residential-trip-27th-30th-april-2012/feed/ 0 Executive Headteacher http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/30/executive-headteacher/ http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/30/executive-headteacher/#comments Fri, 30 Mar 2012 19:40:41 +0000 head http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/?p=4034 A separate letter has been distributed regarding Mrs. Anne Barney, who will be our Executive Headteacher in the Summer term. We look forward to welcoming her into our school!

]]> http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/30/executive-headteacher/feed/ 0 Wedding Bells! http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/30/wedding-bells/ http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/30/wedding-bells/#comments Fri, 30 Mar 2012 19:38:58 +0000 head http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/?p=4031 Congratulations to Miss Neave who is getting married on Easter Sunday. She will return after the Easter break as Mrs. Martin. We will all be thinking of you!

]]> http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/30/wedding-bells/feed/ 0 Easter events! http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/30/easter-events/ http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/30/easter-events/#comments Fri, 30 Mar 2012 19:36:03 +0000 head http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/?p=4023 Read more →]]> Thank you to everyone who attended the Easter Fayre which raised approximately £420

All the children really enjoyed their Easter Hunt in the playground with a lot of fun finding the Golden Tickets!

Rev. Barbara lead an Easter Service in school yesterday in which Key Stage 2 children did some readings that told about the Easter story.

The Easter parade was enjoyed by all – there was a lot of dancing around the streets with the Easter Bunny!

Alison Tosh (Chair of PTA) would like to thank all members of the PTA, parents and staff for their time and kindness towards the Easter Fayre and Parade and wishes everyone a blessed and happy Easter and looks forward to more fundraising next term!

]]> http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/30/easter-events/feed/ 0 Cancellation of Easter Events http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/18/cancellation-of-easter-events/ http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/18/cancellation-of-easter-events/#comments Sun, 18 Mar 2012 07:47:32 +0000 head http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/?p=4003 Read more →]]>

Cancellation of Spring Concert & Easter Service at St Andrew’s Church

Spring Music Concert – Tuesday 27th March 2012 at 1.30pm.

St Andrew’s Easter Service – Thursday 29th March 2012

Unfortunately we have cancelled these previously advertised events and celebrations, mainly because of time constraints which relate to OFSTED last week.  We sincerely hope you understand and will forgive us on this one occasion.  ]]> http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/18/cancellation-of-easter-events/feed/ 0 After School Clubs http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/18/after-school-clubs-2/ http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/18/after-school-clubs-2/#comments Sun, 18 Mar 2012 07:46:10 +0000 head http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/?p=4001 All Clubs will be cancelled until further notice

except Football Club which will run on Thursdays as usual

]]> http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/18/after-school-clubs-2/feed/ 0 Brilliant! – Constable Class Assembly – Brilliant! http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/18/brilliant-constable-class-assembly-brilliant/ http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/18/brilliant-constable-class-assembly-brilliant/#comments Sun, 18 Mar 2012 07:45:11 +0000 head http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/?p=3999 I don’t really need to say any more but I will.  An amazing and creatively produced and performed class assembly and yes, your Vikings did ‘rock’

]]> http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/18/brilliant-constable-class-assembly-brilliant/feed/ 0 Sale of Summer Plants and Hanging Baskets http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/12/sale-of-summer-plants-and-hanging-baskets-2/ http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/12/sale-of-summer-plants-and-hanging-baskets-2/#comments Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:41:30 +0000 head http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/?p=3996 Read more →]]> The PTA are, once again, raising funds through the sale of summer plants and hanging baskets through CD Bell & Sons.  The PTA will earn at least 30% on all sales.  The plants and baskets are at very competitive prices.  If you are interested, please complete the order sheet which you should have received last week and return to school by Friday, 20th April.  Further order sheets are available from the school office.

]]> http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/12/sale-of-summer-plants-and-hanging-baskets-2/feed/ 0 OFSTED Inspection – 8th & 9th March 2012 http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/12/ofsted-inspection-8th-9th-march-2012/ http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/12/ofsted-inspection-8th-9th-march-2012/#comments Mon, 12 Mar 2012 14:40:57 +0000 head http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/?p=3994 Thank you for your support during our Ofsted Inspection and for the many positive responses to the questionnaire.  Parents will be informed of the outcome in the near future.

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Easter Hat Parade – Friday, 30th March from 3.15pm – 5.30pm

A flyer has been sent out with your child today about an Easter Hat Parade that is being organised by the PTA to raise funds for the school swimming pool.

We hope you will be keen to participate and support the school

]]> http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/02/join-us-for-the-easter-hat-parade/feed/ 0 So No to Bullying! http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/02/so-no-to-bullying/ http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/02/so-no-to-bullying/#comments Fri, 02 Mar 2012 17:28:05 +0000 head http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/?p=3967 Anti-Bullying Week –St. Andrew’s will have a focus on anti-bullying next week with a range of different activities happening across the school.  Our aim is for pupils to understand different types of bullying so they are clear about its definition and how they can recognise when bullying occurs.

]]> http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/02/so-no-to-bullying/feed/ 0 FREE BENEFICE EASTER HOLIDAY CLUB http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/02/free-benefice-easter-holiday-club/ http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/02/free-benefice-easter-holiday-club/#comments Fri, 02 Mar 2012 17:27:07 +0000 head http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/?p=3965 Read more →]]>

FREE BENEFICE EASTER HOLIDAY CLUB AT ST. ANDREW’S CHURCH!

FRIDAY, 13TH APRIL 2012 FROM 10.00AM – 2.00PM

Activities:  cooking, woolcraft, crafts, singing and other fun stuff!

Please bring packed lunch.

Primary School Ages.  Parental help welcomed.

30 places available – first come, first served

Ring and Reserve: 07850361101 – We look forward to hearing from you!

]]> http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/02/free-benefice-easter-holiday-club/feed/ 0 Mid-day Assistant Vacancy http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/02/mid-day-assistant-vacancy/ http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/02/mid-day-assistant-vacancy/#comments Fri, 02 Mar 2012 17:25:46 +0000 head http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/?p=3963 Due to the retirement of Mrs. Wilkin, who has been at St. Andrew’s for nearly twenty years, we have a vacancy for a Midday Assistant.  If you are interested in the post, which is for 6¼ hours per week, then please let the School Office know.  Thank you.

]]> http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/02/mid-day-assistant-vacancy/feed/ 0 Sale of Summer Plants and Hanging Baskets http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/02/sale-of-summer-plants-and-hanging-baskets/ http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/02/sale-of-summer-plants-and-hanging-baskets/#comments Fri, 02 Mar 2012 17:25:04 +0000 head http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/?p=3961 Read more →]]> The PTA are, once again, raising funds through the sale of summer plants and hanging baskets through CD Bell & Sons.  The PTA will earn at least 30% on all sales.  The plants and baskets are at very competitive prices.  If you are interested, please complete the order sheet which your child should have received today and return to school by Friday, 20th April.

]]> http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/02/sale-of-summer-plants-and-hanging-baskets/feed/ 0 Colouring Competition deadline http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/02/colouring-competition-deadline/ http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/2012/03/02/colouring-competition-deadline/#comments Fri, 02 Mar 2012 17:24:15 +0000 head http://www.greatyeldhamschool.co.uk/new/?p=3959 The deadline for the colouring competition for ‘Yeldham’s Got Talent’ is Friday, 16th March.  Please make sure your entry is given in to the school office with your 50p entrance fee by this date.  Thank you!

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