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Friday 10th February 2023
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Messages from the Principal, Mrs Pelazza
I cannot believe it's February half-term already! We have had such a happy time welcoming parents to curriculum celebrations and cheering on our children in Slough sport competitions, amongst many other events!
Our children have such an exciting half-term approaching. Please do check out the 'Upcoming Events' below for more information.
I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a happy and safe half-term break.
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Keeping children safe is everyone's responsibility, including during school holidays.
For general queries regarding a child's safety, please telephone 01753 477321 between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday. For emergencies outside these hours, please call the Emergency Duty Team on 01344 351999.
If you believe a child is at immediate risk of harm, please dial 999 straight away.
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All our children were read one of the two following stories (depending on their age) this week as part of Safer Internet Day.
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The school has also almost completed the 360Safe review. This tool is intended to help schools review their online safety policy and practice.
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Learning with our Parents!
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Years 1 and 2 have welcomed their parents and carers this week to share in their half-term learning successes.
Thank you to all those who were able to come along; it means so much to your children.
Well done, Year 1 and 2!
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Just look at Hadiya's independent writing!
Hadiya is one of our Reception children and wrote this without any help. She explained to her teachers that she wrote the word 'Suddenly' as Reception had been reading it as part of 'The Little Red Hen.'
Keep up the great work and enjoyment, Hadiya!
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Would you like to develop your English-speaking skills?
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If Arabic is your first language, you could access one of the many apps that support Arabic speakers to learn English, including 'English Lessons - Smart Learning.' This app is free to download from the Apple App Store.
We would love to hear how useful you find it!
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For examples of dual language children's stories in Arabic and English, including 'Aliens Love Underpants' by Claire Freedman and Ben Cort, please visit Little Linguist.
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Check out the Mental Health Foundation's mental health tips for children and young people HERE.
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If you do one thing today, tell your children you love them and that they are enough.
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School Council Assembly
Well done to our School Councillors for planning and delivering an assembly on how to look after our environment!
Read about the impact of too much litter HERE.
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ATTENDANCE
Well done to all parents/carers who continue to ensure their children attend school regularly.
This week Year 2 has the highest attendance of any year group across the school again. Well done!!
The class winners in each year group can be seen below.
All attendance expectations can be found on our website.
Please do get in touch if you would like any support getting your child to school and on time.
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RECEPTION CLASS WINNER
Well done to Robin class who won the attendance trophy this week with 95%.
Keep it up!
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YEAR 1 CLASS WINNER
Well done to Kingfisher class who won the attendance trophy this week with 95%.
Keep it up!
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YEAR 2 CLASS WINNER
Well done to Falcon class who won the attendance trophy this week with 96%.
Keep it up!
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Our HEROIC Winners THIS Week:
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| Star of the Week |
Teacher's Special Award |
Class |
| Abshir |
Abiha |
Kingfisher |
| Zain |
Elyza |
Heron |
| Zahra |
Jathvika |
Swan |
| Yasir |
Abid |
Buzzard |
| Victoria |
Laiba |
Eagle |
| Angel |
Wahab |
Falcon |
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Our HERO House Winners THIS Week:
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| Winner |
HERO House |
Class |
| Zoya |
Police |
Kingfisher |
| Bisma |
Teachers |
Heron |
| Maria |
Fire Brigade |
Swan |
| Harlynn |
Police |
Buzzard |
| Zayd |
Teachers |
Eagle |
| Divya |
Police |
Falcon |
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Winning HERO House THIS Week
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Exciting Upcoming Events!
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Slough Fire Brigade
We are so looking forward to welcoming Slough Fire Brigade to the school on Wednesday 22nd February.
They will be arriving in one of their fire engines and will be explaining all about the vital job they do.
If your child is in our 'Fire Brigade' HERO House and would like to wear their red t-shirt that day, they are welcome to do so.
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In March, our Year 1 children will be visiting Bekonscot Model Village in Beaconsfield.
Bekonscot is the world's oldest model village opening in 1929!
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In March, our Year 2 children will be visiting The Look Out Discovery Centre.
The Look Out offers wonderful activities both indoors and outdoors. You could visit during half-term for a lovely day out!
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On 23rd March, the Skipping Sikh - Rajinder Singh MBE - will be visiting Phoenix for a second time!
We cannot wait for his inspirational advice and support.
Get your skipping ropes ready!!
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On the first day back after half-term, Years 1 and 2 will be given a very special assembly about Sikhism.
Year 2 will then take part in workshops teaching them about the Sikh wedding ceremony, the Anand Karaj.
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British Science Week is coming to Phoenix!
Dust off those lab coats, get your safety goggles at the ready and prepare for a science-filled week of fun and 'connections' from Monday 13th March.
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At the end of March, some of our children will be taking part in a Slough-wide curling competition.
How exciting!
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It's Disco Time!
On Thursday 30th March, the last day of spring term, John Johnny will be returning!
All children in school that day will be able to attend another one of his exciting discos!
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On 17th March, the school will be taking part in Comic Relief's Red Nose Day.
We will be asking children to come to school wearing red for a donation towards this great cause.
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Bedtime Stories Returns!
For the first time since the pandemic, Bedtime Stories (in person) is back!
We posted a letter on Dojo yesterday. Please make sure you sign up as soon as possible if you want your child to attend as it's on a first come first served basis.
We hope you have your pyjamas ready! (The teachers do!)
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Has your child seen a dentist in the last 6 months?
If not, please book them an appointment as soon as possible. This half-term is a perfect opportunity.
NHS care for children is FREE and children should start visiting the dentist as soon as their first milk teeth appear.
Please click HERE for more information.
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The nearest dentists to the school are as follows:
Abbey Dental Surgery
Farnham Road Dental Practice
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When one of your Reception children decides to sit down and independently write a story inspired by the many stories she's heard. #joy #eyfswriting #earlywriting #EYFS #loveofreading #loveofwriting #inspiration https://t.co/ih4pNycfyq3 days ago
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Our children are, and always will be, enough. #LetsTalk #letsconnect #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek #ChildrensMentalHealth #ItsOkNotToBeOk https://t.co/7u7zSTiJ5C4 days ago
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We're all up and running! Individual @MindCharity training set for each Phoenix employee. Get the tea and cake on stand-by; it's #MeTime. #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness #ItsOkNotToBeOk #TimeToTalk https://t.co/z8ujnbeS8S1 week ago
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Our EYFS children thriving in their environment! Who wouldn't want to spend time here?! #HappyFriday #ReggioEmilia #EnvironmentAsThirdTeacher #EYFS #happy https://t.co/pPwNgZzOet2 weeks ago
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It's half-term next week! Please see some suggestions below for things to do:
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Norden Farm Centre for the Arts
Check out one of the arts and craft sessions running throughout the week. Or watch Roald Dahl's 'Matilda The Musical: Sing Along'!
Click HERE for more information.
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Virginia Water
Take a long walk around the beautiful grounds, see the Cascade waterfall, be amazed at the 100 ft Totem Pole and look out for incredible wildlife!
Entrance is free, but car parking charges apply.
Click HERE for more information.
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Go on a Trail!
Treasure Trails offer several treasure hunt or detective-themed trails nearby. I have taken part in some of these with my own children and they are great fun.
The trails cost £9.99, but provide fun for hours.
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The Curve
The specially designed children’s library at The Curve is easily accessible, with a lift and a buggy park. There are over 63,000 books for everyone, including audiobooks.
Open daily, except Sundays, from 9am-5pm.
Click HERE for more information.
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Cocksherd Wood (Bluebell Wood)
How about visiting this local, ancient woodland for free?
Listen to the birds, jump over logs or find a 'Stick Man'!
Click HERE for more information.
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Valentine's Day Baking
Yummy! How about making some delicious Valentine's Day treats with your children?
Click HERE for lots of tasty recipes.
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Valentine's Day Crafts
Take a look HERE for some crafty Valentine's Day inspiration!
How about helping your child to make a bookmark for a loved one? Perfect for bedtime stories!
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Practice your Chess Skills!
Not just for those children who have been attending our after-school Chess Club every Monday!
Take a look at this Chess and puzzle book!
Full of fun facts and tips to keep any child busy! (Suitable for age 6-8.)
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Slough Ice Arena
Fancy an afternoon ice-skating?
Or would you like to be the next Elnaz Rekabi and try your hand at the Clip 'n' Climb wall?
If so, click HERE for more information.
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Wishing you all a wonderful half-term!
We look forward to welcoming the children back on Monday 20th February.
TOGETHER WE SOAR!
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