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As we come to the end of April it is worth celebrating each child in school. They are all unique and have their own story to tell but that’s what makes the Churchtown family so diverse and special. We are very proud of all the children as we know you are too.
Celebrating in praise assembly today we had our weekly stars along with children who had out of school achievements to celebrate. Children stand up and talk in front of the hall about their achievements with pride. Thank you to all the children who took part in the Easter Smarties challenge, collecting money for the PTA. Three prizes were awarded to children who took part, the names of the winners can be found further down in the newsletter.
Next Friday, 5th May we will be celebrating the Kings Coronation. Children can wear their own clothes on this day. Again, information can be found further down in the newsletter about these exciting plans. Finally, I hope you enjoy the extended weekend and let’s hope we have some sunshine for the start of May. Have a good weekend - Mrs Payne!
SKILLS FOR LIFE
This half term, the value that Churchtown is developing is Skills for Life. At the end of the half term, value champions will be nominated for each class.
ATTENDANCE
The class with the best attendance this week is
Ash– Year 3 (98%)
The year group with the best attendance this week is…
Year 1 – (96%)
BUDDY ASSEMBLY GROUPS
Each week in the ‘Friday Praise Assembly’ we have been checking the totals of the Buddy assembly groups. Classes and children gain points for super behaviour.
Please click HERE to access this week’s Learning Champions.
Sefton Botanic Gardens
Future Survey
Sefton Council is exploring ways in which to improve the Botanic Gardens and are seeking views and support for developing new external grant bids, which could include National Lottery Heritage Funds.
It would be of assistance if you could take part in the survey, by clicking the link below: http://oakhamwarp.dinksurveys.com/Sefton_Botanic_Garden
Or alternatively, please scan the QR code below:
Our School Eco Club Champions would like to share information with you ……………….
This week, our Eco Club Champions would like to tell you ways to reduce the use of ‘Single Use Plastics’ as part of our action plan to promote reducing plastic in our oceans
➢ Say no to straws.
➢ Fill up reusable water bottles.
➢ Pack sandwiches and snacks in reusable containers instead of cling film.
➢ Snack on fruit to save on packaging.
➢ Buy in bulk to reduce further packaging.
➢ Ditch microbeads in toothpaste and shower gels.
➢ Never litter – always put your rubbish in the bin.
Strike action by members of the National Education Union (NEU)
Tuesday 2nd May 2023
Communication regarding this strike date has been sent to parents/carers.
Please click here to access copy of letter on our website from Lesley Gwinnett, CEO – Endeavour Learning Trust.
Coronation Celebration – Friday 5th May 2023
To mark the coronation of King Charles III, we will be holding a ‘Coronation Celebration Day’ on Friday 5th May.
Children are invited to attend school on Friday 5th of May wearing red, white and blue or in 'Coronation Party' clothes. We have chosen this clothing so that parents/carers do not have to purchase or plan anything different to the clothes you already have at home. We are not asking for any contribution towards this mufti day.
Throughout the day, children will also participate in a range of learning activities linked to the Coronation and have the opportunity to enjoy a ‘King’s Banquet’ during lunchtime.
The menu for the ‘King’s Banquet’ can be found below:
A selection of sandwiches – choice of Cheese/Ham/Tuna
Crisps
Sausages
Quiche or Pizza
Hard-boiled Egg
Carrot & Cucumber
Sweet Coronation Muffins for pudding
You can opt for your child to enjoy school dinners on specific days during the week, depending on what their firm favourites are.
School meals cost £2.35 per day, payable in advance (total of £11.75 per week). We are a cashless school so all parents/carers can pay for all school means online via our ParentPay website.
Please contact the school office if you require further support with this (either by calling 01704 508500 or via email office@churchtown.org.uk).
We look forward to marking this historic occasion!
Churchtown Primary School – Sponsored Read during March
We would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to all those who took part in our Sponsored Read during March. An astounding £1,601.00 was raised, which gave us a staggering total of £2,560.00 to spend on new books!
Lunchtime menu – W/C 1st May
Due to the coronation celebration and strike taking place, please see opposite for next week’s menu (Tuesday and Friday differs to the original new menu listed).
School meals cost £2.35 per day, payable in advance (total of £11.75 per week). We are a cashless school so all parents/carers can pay for all school means online via our ParentPay website. Please contact the school office if you require further support with this (either by calling 01704 508500 or via email office@churchtown.org.uk).
Week Commencing 01.05.22
Monday n/a n/a n/a n/a
Tomato & pepperoni pasta with garlic bread
Mixed salad
Tuesday
Wednesday
�� Tomato & Cheese pasta with garlic bread
Lemon Drizzle Cake
Beef Burger in a Bun with Chips
Sweetcorn
�� Vegetable Burger in a Bun with Chips
Millionaire Shortbread
Home Roasted Ham with Our Finest Roast Potatoes
Cauliflower, Peas & Carrots
Thursday
�� Vegetable Pie
Victoria Sponge Cake
Friday King’s Banquet – Coronation Celebration
Mrs Rushton started working at Churchtown Primary School in March 1994 as a Nursery Nurse/Teaching Assistant. For the vast majority of Mrs Rushton’s time she was based in Early Years either working with Reception or Nursery classes but she has also worked in the main building with other year groups. Mrs Rushton will be remembered by lots of children for her knitting skills as each year she used to knit the children a Christmas stocking and at the end of the academic year a knitted teddy to take on their journey through primary school. Mrs Rushton loved working with the younger children and also supported the Chipmunks in school – children affected by bereavement or young carers. We wish Mrs Rushton a Happy Retirement and thank her for her many years of work at Churchtown Primary School
Mrs Halliwell started working at Churchtown Primary School in September 2004 as a Midday Supervisor. Mrs Halliwell supported the lunchtime period at school, helping children in the dining halls and supporting and supervising them on the school playground. Mrs Halliwell worked alongside a large team of Midday Supervisors and built excellent relationships with all ages of children. We are planning a tea party in the next few weeks to thank her for her many years of work at Churchtown and wish her well on her retirement.
