Arbo's Recommended Reads
Children and staff at Arboretum love to read, and enjoy recommending their favourite books to others.
Class 7 have been enjoying ‘Zim Zam Zoom’, by James Carter, for National Poetry Day.
“It has lots of lovely poems and you can join in.” – Arooj.
In Class 17, we have been reading for pleasure and enjoying new stories. Lots of the boys recommend ‘Bad Dad’ by David Walliams.
“It’s really funny and has lots of twists. You won’t resist turning the pages.” – Zeeshan.
Nursery have been enjoying stories by Tom Fletcher and would like to recommend ‘There’s an Alien in your Book!’
“My favourite part when the monster comes to help the Alien fix the spaceship.” - Zayaan
Please also see our Parent Reading Guides on our school website. These contain lots of useful information on how you can support your child’s reading. Go to Parents > Children’s Study Related
FOREST SCHOOL
The first Forest School session of the year was a big success! With Mr Davis, the children played games, did team-building activities and then had hot chocolate cooked over a real fire.
REMEMBRANCE DAY
We will be selling poppies and other items in aid of the Royal British Legion at morning break from Monday 4th November. Suggested donations are 50p or £1, so please bring the correct change.
BATTLE OF BOSWORTH
This term, Year 5 and 6 are finding out about the Tudors as their topic. Class 18 had great fun re-enacting the Battle of Bosworth on the school field!
IMPORTANT
FLU VACCINATIONS
Please make sure you have completed the online consent form so that your child can be vaccinated: https://www.derbyshireandcityimms.co.uk/
Select - Seasonal Flu
School code: DC146715
HARVEST TIME
We have had a great crop of apples on our tree. The two year olds enjoyed picking some and turning them into a delicious apple crumble!
WATERSTONES
The children have enjoyed visiting Waterstones this half term and choosing their new book. We hope that you enjoying reading and sharing your books at home. Visits for the classes who missed their trip are being rearranged after half term.
TEMPEST PHOTOGRAPHY
Please return photograph orders by
Friday 8th November
Ensure you include correct payment, as NO CHANGE will be given.
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
6th /7th November_ KS1 trip to Blakesley House
Thursday 21st November _Flu vaccinations
Wednesday 27th November_ Tea & Toast
Friday 29th November_KS1 Winter Musical
11th / 12th December_Parents’ meetings
Friday 13th December_Christmas dinner
Friday 13th December_Christmas jumper day
Friday 13th December_FS2 Nativity
Monday 16th December _ Year 6 STEAM Futures day
17th—20th December _Christmas parties
Friday 20th December_End of term
Monday 6th January_Back to school
CAKE SALE
The children in The Orchard group held a cake sale to raise money for charity. They raised an amazing £74.00, and decided to support WWF by sponsoring two animals—a polar bear and an Amur leopard. They want to thank everyone who bought a cake for helping them
ART CLUB
Mrs Pearson will be running her popular art, craft and recycling club for KS2, every Wednesday after school from 12th November. Places are limited, so please collect a copy of the Clubs letter from the office to sign up.
PARKING
Parking near our school is very limited. Please do not stop in the middle of the road or on the yellow lines, as it makes things dangerous for the other children arriving.
If you live near to school, please walk to school — it is healthier for your child and helps to ease congestion.
Thank you.
HOLIDAY PLAY SCHEME
Our popular holiday play scheme will be running on Monday 28th, Tuesday 29th and Wednesday 30th October from 10am – 3pm.
The activities are FREE for your children so please do not miss out on this opportunity
If you would like to book your child on one of the days please collect a letter from the office and return to Mr Malooq by Friday 25th October.
CLUBS FOR NEXT HALF TERM
The new clubs will start from Tuesday 5th November. If your child would like to join one of the clubs collect a form from outside the office or from Mr Malooq.
Please note that Football club is CANCELLED on Monday 4th November.
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Day |
Club |
Time |
Notes |
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Monday |
Football Club KS2 (Hall 2) |
3:15 – 4:25pm |
For ages 8+, £1 per session |
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Football club (Hall 1) |
3:15 – 4:25pm |
For ages 4-7, £1 per session |
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Tuesday |
Cycle Club (Learn to ride) (MUGA / Hall 1) |
3:15 -4:25pm |
MUST WEAR HELMETS £1 per session |
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Sports + Club (Invitation ONLY) (Hall 2) |
3:15 -4:25pm |
For ages 8+, £1 per session |
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Art Club (Ace Place) |
3:15-4:25pm |
For ages 8+, £1 per session |
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Wednesday |
SCHOOL TEAM FIXTURES |
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Dodgeball club (Hall 2) |
3:15 - 4:25pm |
For ages 8+, £1 per session |
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Thursday
Friday |
Multi Sports Club (Hall 2) |
3:15 – 4:25pm |
For ages 8+, £1 per session |
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Multi Games club (Hall1) |
3:15 – 4:25pm |
For ages 4-7, £1 per session |
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Cricket Club (Hall 2) |
3:15 – 4:25pm |
For ages 4-11, £1 per session |
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Remember, all clubs are FREE if your child is eligible for Pupil Premium - to find out if your child qualifies, please fill in a Free School Meals application form available from the Office.