2nd May 2006

This is our last week of revision before starting the SATS next week. In literacy, we will be looking at persuasive writing; numeracy will consist of working through past papers and looking at the styles of questions which may come up. We will conclude the week, by taking part in a fun science quiz. The children will also be listening to some of the songs from 'Joseph' which they are looking to doing after the tests.
We wish all the children the very best of luck and all of the staff would like to thank them, for the tremendous effort which they have put in over the last few months. GOOD LUCK!!

24th April 2006

Welcome back after the Easter break! We will be very busy preparing for the SATs tests over the next two weeks, so it is really important that your child is in school every day from now until the end of the tests. We will be doing lots of practice papers, so that they get used to the timing of each paper and the types of questions that they may be asked.
The children have all worked extremely hard during this year, and I am sure you will encourage them to do their best and shine!
If there are any queries or concerns that you may have, please do not hestitate to contact any member of the 5/6 team.
The children have enjoyed playing a number of revision games, which are available on the internet. Some of the links are listed below, and may provide some well deserved 'breaks' from writing!
http://www.coxhoe.durham.sch.uk/Curriculum/Curriculum.htm
http://www.woodlands-junior.kent.sch.uk/revision/index.html
http://www.bbc.co.uk/schools/revisewise/

9th April 2006

This is the last week before the Easter holidays, and we have a very busy week in school. On Monday morning, the children in the juniors will be displaying their Easter gardens in the hall. There will be prizes for each year group of an Easter egg, with smaller goodies for the runners up. Monday afternoon sees the infant egg-rolling competition, again in the hall. On Tuesday afternoon, the children in years 5 and 6 will be organising a fundraising afternoon, to raise money for this year's Good Shepherd collection. We would be grateful for donations of any toys, games or books for some of the stalls. Also, we are encouraging the younger children to bring in any loose change, to spend during the afternoon and develop their money skills!
Wednesday is our last day in school, and our Year 3/4 children will be leading the Easter Service this year. The afternoon, sees the Easter Bonnet Parade our Key Stage 1 children and we are really looking forward to seeing some of the very creative entries!
May we wish you a very happy and holy Easter and look forward to a hardworking summer term. Children may wear their summer uniform when they return after the holidays.
Useful websites for over the holidays:
www.mathszone.co.uk
http://www.coxhoe.durham.sch.uk/