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Number 1 Thursday 4th September, 2014 www.stmatthews.cumbria.sch.uk Welcome back to the new school year, I hope everyone has had a lovely summer break. We are looking forward to another successful year here at St Matthew’s, staff have been very busy over the summer planning the curriculum and preparing for the year ahead. We are delighted to welcome two new apprentice teaching assistants, Miss Wood is working in class one and Miss Chamberlain class two. As always we welcome anyone who would like to help in school for anything from listening to readers to assisting in craft sessions or mounting work for display etc. Please let me know if you would like to help. A special thanks to Susan Johnson who stepped in at the end of last term and cleaned the school and to Stephanie Agnew who gave the school its big clean during the summer break. Thankfully Mrs Hewetson is now back at work following her broken rib accident. Another special thanks to Susan Johnson who has stepped in as school cook during Mrs Atkinson’s absence following an operation, also thanks to Sharron Sim who is helping out in the kitchen. Over the summer we have taken delivery of a playhouse which is situated at the back of the school, some of the money raised from the afternoon tea will pay for the playhouse. We have already welcomed four new children Harley Harrison, Seth Chester, Jayden Harrison and Aston Crozier into our reception class. The transition from pre-school to school has been really smooth as they all know school really well from attending pre-school. Out theme this term is Pirates (class 1) seaside and rivers (class 2). A copy of the school time table is attached. As always we have an open door policy at St Matthew’s and if anyone has any problems of difficulties regarding your child do not hesitate to get in touch. Mrs Satterthwaite. AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS MONDAY 8th Sept THURSDAY 11th Sept FILM CLUB – FROZEN 3.15 to 5pm SPHERE CLUB 3.15 TO 4.15PM CLUBS COST £1 EACH DINNER MONEY As you are all aware Reception, Y1 and Y2 children are receiving universal free school meals, therefore no payment is necessary. Thanks to taking catering in house we have managed to keep the cost of school dinners the same as the past two years. £2.40 per day £12 per week. Class two children should bring their payment in on Monday’s. The money should be in an envelope or purse with the child/childrens’ names, the date and the amount enclosed written on the envelope or on a piece of paper. SWIMMING Swimming classes begin for Reception, Y1 and Y2 on Monday 15th September. This year we are swimming at Sandylands and Claire Elliot will be the instructor. Children will need: Swimming trunks or swimming costume Armbands if they use them Large towel A method of tying up long hair (goggles are optional) Class two will start swimming lessons next term. SCHOOL MILK School milk costs £5 up to half term except for reception children who receive free milk. The tuck shop begins on Wed 10th Sept. Healthy snacks will be available for children to purchase. DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Mon 8th Sept Thurs 11 Sept Mon 15th Sept Film Club Sphere Club Class 1 swimming NEW RECEPTION CHILDREN 2014 GAMES AND PE CLASS 1 CLASS 2 (Reception, Y1 Y2) (Y3, Y4, Y5 & Y6) Monday and Tuesday Tuesday and Thursday Children should bring the following items: Class 1 A T-shirt, shorts, suitable footwear (gym shoes or trainers) Warm jumper, track suit bottoms during cold weather Class 2 A t-shirt or football shirt, socks and shorts, suitable footwear (gym shoes or trainers – football boots are desirable but not essential) Warm jumper, tracksuit bottoms during cold weather. As the playing field may be wet all children MUST have a change of socks and shoes for outdoor games. In the interest of hygiene, PE trainers should not be the same as school shoes and children should not wear jewellery during Game and PE lessons. As we often have sports coaches coming into school it is usually easier of PE kit is brought in on Monday and returned home on Friday.