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Issue 71 Spring Term 2024
Save The Date Upcoming Events for the Spring Term
Year 10 Takes Flight at UEL: Exploring Future Pathways and Unveiling University Life
31st January 2024 Year 11 Parents’ Evening 12th - 16th February 2024 Half Term Holiday 29th March - 12th April 2024 Easter Holidays
Extracurricular Clubs
See what’s on offer here
This week, Year 10 attended the University of East London (UEL), to learn more about university life and help them consider their education beyond their schooling. They were able to attend taster lessons and experience the academic life for themselves A tour of the campus brought UEL to life. Students explored state-of-the-art facilities, social spaces, and different learning environments, gaining a real sense of what awaits them if they pursue a place at university. A Q&A session with student ambassadors provided invaluable insights into the realities and rewards of university life. Through interactive workshops and personalised guidance, our students began considering their future pathways, aligning their academic strengths with potential career goals. UEL's dedicated Career Support team offered valuable resources and mentorship. This is just the beginning of their journey for our Year 10s. We encourage all families to explore the many opportunities available to Year 10s to broaden their horizons by seeking opportunities to experience university life and other career paths by attending Open Days, participating in taster sessions, or connecting with student ambassadors Mr Gray, Yr10 Achievement Leader
EASTLEA NEWHAM BOCCIA CHAMPIONS!!
We are very proud of Ruby Evans, Jorge Pereira, Shajed Mahi, Fahim Gazi, Surraya Hilowle, Hamza Elmi. Together they secured 1st place in the Newham Boccia competition and have earned a place to take part in the London Youth Games being held at the Olympic Park on Wednesday 28th February 2024. Watch this space!!
Orchestra Taster Sessions Our Orchestra Taster sessions led to an influx of new Year 7 students all eager for a new musical experience. Footage of the students can be found our Twiter/ X feed using this link. Ms Brown, Head of Music
Bringing History to Life in the Classroom
Year 8 re-enacted the trial of Charles I today in their history lesson. So much fun and Charlie made a cracking king. We think it’s really important to bring learning to life at Eastlea. Ms Shirani, Assistant Headteacher
Information for Parents
See this flier for more information about the discos including dates.
Winter Lights is free to visit, simply download the map to help guide you around the installations or pick one up from our friendly event stewards when you arrive. The installations are open 5-10pm daily. Please note, the event can get extremely busy at weekends, so we strongly encourage people to visit during the week if possible. Finally, don’t forget to wrap up warm and enjoy your visit!
INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES
Term dates and calendar
BREAKFAST CLUB Breakfast Club runs from 7.30am to 8.30am and students wishing to attend Breakfast Club should arrive via the Exning Road entrance.
A reminder that our term dates and calendar, which includes all key dates for the year can be found on our website. Spring Term
Spring Term 1 Monday 8 January - Friday 9 February 2024 Half Term Holiday Monday 12 February 2024 – Friday 16 February 2024 Spring Term 2 Monday 19 February – Thursday 28 March 2024
GENERAL SCHOOL LINKS: Term dates 23-24 Free School Meals
Easter Holidays Friday 29 March 2024 – Friday 12 April 2024
Uniform Reminders Go 4 Schools
Summer Term
Summer Term 1 Monday 15 April 2024 – Friday 24 May 2024 Half Term Holiday Monday 27 May 2024 – Friday 31 May 2024 Summer Term 2 Monday 3 June 2024 – Friday 19 July 2024 Additional Closures May Day: Monday 6 May 2024
LUNCH MENU You may like to know that the school’s uniform supplier, Fashion Shop, now has a website where you can order uniform. Here is the link to the website. Here is the link to the Lunch Menu We will be on week 3 next week.
PARENTING SUPPORT & RESOURCES Mental health support: adults Mental health support: children & young people Free Money Management Courses for Adults Family Navigators (supporting with signposting, advice & advocacy) Newham Form Filling Services Support for those struggling financially Support for those worried about winter fuel costs Community Health Champions: Help With Money NHS
Talking
Therapies
Well Newham Directory of Services 12 Ways to Make the Best of Christmas
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