2nd February 2024
NEWS FROM MRS KNIGHT, HEAD OF PRE-PREP
In my class on Monday, we got around to discussing what an interview was. I spoke a little about interviews and questions that people may get asked. I challenged the children to think of three words that they could use to describe their own characters and also to think of three words that other children might use to describe them. It was very special to hear children saying some amazing, and genuine things about their classmates, with words such as: ‘kind’, ‘loyal’, ‘caring’, ‘playful’, ‘funny’ and ‘honest’ featuring regularly. Establishing and holding to individual values is a vital, formative part of a child’s education and helps set foundations that we hope will be embedded for life. This week we are marking the NSPCC number day. The money we raise could help the NSPCC run its Speak out Stay safe programme, which we used in school at the start of this term to help children understand what abuse is and what to do if they're scared or worried. There are sadly far too many cases of neglect and abuse highlighted in the press, and we must never think it won’t happen close to home. This is an example of the good work the NSPCC are doing. Caroline’s seven-year-old son was sexually abused by a 13-year-old friend of the family. Luke’s behaviour had deteriorated over a period of months. After seeing one of the NSPCC’s Speak Out Stay Safe assemblies, Luke disclosed the abuse to his mum. She believes that he would never have spoken out without the service. They reported what had happened to the police and Luke is now doing well. Childline is a free service for children and young people - there whenever they need support or advice. Childline delivered approximately 16,300 counselling sessions per month last year, with a cost of £4 per call. Thank you for supporting this very worthwhile charity. Donate here Just Giving page With January kicked into the long grass, some of the winter coughs and splutters will hopefully move on, and lighter, warmer Spring-like days, will soon become reality. Have a wonderful TIPS TO RECOGNISE COLOU relaxing weekend, the nights are certainly getting lighter. RS Kirsten Knight
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