Dear Parents and Carers,
Sports day
Thank you for coming to Sports day yesterday afternoon. I'm sure you'll agree that the setting was beautiful and we ended up being very lucky with the weather! Our thanks go to Chatsworth cricket club who kindly agreed for us to use their ground for this event, making it such a success. The children were brilliant and everyone took part really well in supporting their team. We have lots of great athletes in our school and huge congratulations go to Cavendish who took this year's top spot!
Cavendish- 79 points
Devonshire- 63 points
Hartington- 63 points
Burlington- 44 points
The children have been talking to me about their favourite moments from sports day and the adult 'tug of war' was definitely a highlight! They have requested a rematch next year so get training!!
Costume slips for 'Matilda the Musical'
Just to make you aware that costume slips were sent home in the children's bags yesterday, letting you know what your child needs to wear for the junior show. If costumes could be brought in by Tuesday 2nd July, that would be great. If you are struggling with anything, do let us know.
Please note, there is a rehearsal at the Cavendish Hall on Monday morning and Wednesday afternoon next week for the juniors. The juniors need to come in their PE kit on Monday but normal uniform on Wednesday please as they won't have PE that afternoon.
Transition day- Thursday 4th July
The children will spend the morning in their new classes/year groups for September on Thursday. The Y6s have their transition day at their chosen secondary school on Thursday too.
Mrs Anderson, Mrs Porter, Miss Dennis and Mrs Allinson will be with the infant children. Our new Reception starters for September will also be in for the morning with their parents for a 'stay and play' welcome session.
Mrs Dey and Mrs Dowding will be with the current Y2s and current Y3s for the morning.
Mrs Field, Miss Davison and Mr Sparks will be with the current Y4s and Y5s for the morning.
The children will go back to their usual classes for the afternoon.
Mrs Dey will be staying with Class 3 until the end of the summer term. At present, we have not been made aware as to when Mrs Thompson will return from her maternity leave. Mrs Thompson is not required to return to work following her maternity leave until the beginning of October. Employees on maternity leave are only required to give the employer a minimum of three weeks notice before they wish to return to work. As soon as we are in a position to confirm the arrangements that will be in place for the beginning of the autumn term, we will let you know.
Work experience students
Next week, we have four work experience students joining us from Sheffield Girls High and High Storrs school in Sheffield. Alysha, Sophia, Tom and Jude will be working across the classes and learning lots about working in a primary school environment!
Well blessing- Thursday 4th July at 7pm
The blessing of the wells will take place on Thursday evening at 7pm. People usually meet on the village green just before 7pm and we walk around the village for a short well blessing service which will be conducted by Reverend Mark. If anyone would like to volunteer to help with our school well dressing, please let Mrs Allinson know on Monday. Many thanks.
Bakewell library summer reading challenge
We are pleased to let you know that the Bakewell Library Summer Reading Challenge this year is called ‘Marvellous Makers!’, from Saturday 6th July until Saturday 7th September.
The Summer Reading Challenge aims to harness creative thinking skills and build confidence in young readers during the school holiday when they aren’t in the classroom. Participation encourages children to read for pleasure, with books providing knowledge and giving children the tools and confidence to think originally, play with concepts, and express their creativity in unique ways.
This year’s ‘Marvellous Makers’ theme will inspire children’s inner storytellers, motivating them to be curious and to tell their own stories through various creative outlets. The partnership with Create aims to allow children to understand and appreciate creativity through reading. The partnership will provide a range of exciting activities and resources that bring reading and creativity together, empowering children to become ‘Marvellous Makers’ themselves
How it works:
The children need to come to their local library with their library membership card to enrol in the Summer Reading Challenge.
Their parents/carer/guardian can join the child at the library for free if they are not already a member, the adult will need to bring proof of name and address (a driving licence or utility bill is fine), or they can join the library online.
The child will be given a colourful pack with the Marvellous Makers characters and space to keep a record of the books they’ve read.
Start reading:
The children can read anything they would like – stories, fact books, graphic novels, poetry, audio books – it’s up to them.
Read just six books over the summer and every time they finish a book they will write it down on their score card.
Collect stickers:
Each time they finish a book, they will need visit the library to collect special stickers to add to their score card.
Collect all six stickers to complete the obstacle course!
There is also a medal and certificate for finishing the challenge.
For more information, fun and games go to www.summerreadingchallenge.org.uk
Wishing you a lovely weekend,
Mrs E Bond
Headteacher