The Perse Post First Edition of Academic Year 2023/2024
Term 1 Week 1
❖ Introduction from The Principal
❖ Key stage news
❖ Physical Education
❖ Physical Education
❖ Drama
❖ Music
❖ Chinese
❖ Houses
❖ Upcoming events
❖ Pupil Voice
❖ Spotlight on people in our community
❖ Updates from Perse Parents Association
❖ The Perse School Singapore- In the News!
❖ News from Perse School, Singapore
❖ Parent guidance for online safety and social safeguarding
❖ Important contact information including Safeguarding update
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Introduction from The Principal, Nicholas Belcher.
Key Stage One (Year 1-3) 'Our first week'
It has been so wonderful welcoming our pupilsback to the classroom and seeing their smiles as they see old friends and meet new friends. This week has been all about making sure everyone feels happy and comfortable in their new surroundings, with lots of teamwork and 'get to know you' activities. Here are some of our pupils' reflections from their first week...
"I learned that scientists havesmart questions and show persistence."- Yr2
"Seeingmy friends and you in the class makes me happy. SolvingMath problems and readingbooks were great fun."- Yr 3
"At school you get to playwith toys, learn new things AND I like my teachers!"- Yr1
"I love coming to school because I get to see my friends!" - Yr1
Key Stage 2 (Year 4-5) News
• KS2 will discontinue its use of Edupage as a communication tool for parents and teachers. Please continueto email your child's tutor or subject-teacher.
• Homework allows students to develop and hone important skills, for example discipline and time management which will help them in later life. It also allows for consolidation of class work to ensure clear understanding. Homework also benefits parents, providing an opportunity to track their child’s learning in school as well as their strengths and weaknesses.
In KS2, homework will be issued according to the schedule below:
• Homework will be handed in two days after it is being issued, for example,English homework given on Tuesdaywill be handed in by pupils on Thursday. There would be a one day extension given if homework was not attempted.
• Pupils should be able to complete homework independentlyas it will be consolidation oftaught content.
• We expect pupils to attempt the assigned homework for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, pupils should stop and are expected to hand in the homework, regardless of how much it has been done.
Key Stage 3 (Year 6-8) news.
• KS3 will discontinue its use of Edupage as a communication tool for parents and teachers. Please continue to email your child's tutor or subject-teacher.
Homework allows students to develop and hone important skills, for example discipline and time management which will help them in later life. It also allows for consolidation of class work to ensure clear understanding.
KS3 expectations:
- We expect pupils to complete all subject homework.
- Spend as long as required on the homework.
- Pupils have one week to hand it back to the class teacher.
- Pupils should be able to complete homework independently as it will be a consolidation of taught content.
Subject Weekly Content
Are you interested in what your child is learning next week?
Below is a link to Year 3 – 8 subject content for Math, English, Science and Chinese.
Subject weekly content.pdf
We hope this can help parents form discussions with their child at home about what they have learnt in school. It is also an excellent tool for our children too if they want to get ready for the week ahead!
Next Friday we will also be releasing Term 1A Curriculum Letters in the newsletter.
Physical Education
We have had the most exciting week getting back into routines of PE lessons in both the MPH and off site and I have thoroughlyenjoyed getting to know all the students! The curriculumplan is set for the year groups and up until the half term break in October we will be looking at the following topics:
Year 1 and 2 will look at fundamentalmovement patterns in both their lessons.
Year 3 and 4 will be doing target games while off site and gymnastics whilst in the MPH with 3.1 having an athletics based lesson duringtheir shorter lesson. Please ensure students bring a hat for this lesson.
Years 5-7 will be enjoying swimming whilst off site and gymnastics whilst in the MPH with 5.1 having an athletics based lesson duringtheir shorter lesson. Please ensure students bring hats for this lesson.
The remainder of the academic year is also plannedout with a view to covering a wide range of skill development, physical activities and competitive sports!
Mrs Belcher
PE Schedule for Term 1 : Years 1 to 4 at Turf City
PE Schedule for Term 1: Years 5 to 8 at Temasek Club
Performance and Arts
This week has been a welcome back to pupils preparing to draw from their experiences and apply new skills for their Term 1 topics.
Year 8 art
Portraits
Music
The Perse School Music Department is very proud to announcethat Paulina of Year 8 won the golden award at the Golden Classical Music Awards 'Soloist' Category and was invited to perform at the Carnegie Hall in New York on the 14th of July 2023. Paulina has indeed demonstrated the value of Endeavour,working hard towards her preparation for the music competition. CongratulationsPaulina.
Getting to knowoneanother!
The week began with pupils sharing anecdotes from their summer holidays,recountingtheir adventures while using learned phrases and expressions. Our pupilshad some fun ice-breaking activities which allowed them to interact in Mandarin,introducingthemselves and sharing their interests with new classmates. It was encouraging to see some pupils guiding their friends who are new to the language. Laughter and animated discussions filled the air as pupils eagerly share and learn from one another!
Houses
Barbarians
Children have had a brilliant first week to school where lots of house points have been awarded. However, our house points have not been collected yet as we are awaiting this years House Captains to begin their role.
Next week Year 6 are being interviewed for the new house captain roles. Almost all of Year 6 have put their names forward to be a house captain which is absolutely amazing, showing their dedication and enthusiasm to take responsibility around school. I know it is going to be a hard decision picking just four captains from all the amazing candidates!
In the Perse post next week we will be announcing the new House captains. Super exciting!!!
Good Luck to all Year 6 who have put their names forward!
Upcoming events
Please note that this event is postponed until the 31st August 2023 at the same time.
Greetings, esteemed parents, and guardians of our bright stars in the making! I am Cordelia, your trusty Student Services Sorcerer –conjuring solutions to academic challenges and navigating the sometimes-bewildering maze of school matters. Think of me as a combination of a GPS, a troubleshooter, and a friendly guide who occasionally dispenses sage advice. In this journey of learning, growth, and the occasional hilarious mishap, rest assured that I'm not just a faceless administrator. I'm the friendly face that's always just a call or an email away. Trust me, with a sprinkle of humour and a dash of patience, we'll navigate the student sea with smiles on our faces and A's on our report cards! ������
Spotlight on people in our community
Introducing Student Services
Hello there! I'm Gowri, your friendly and approachable Student Services
Executive. I'm your go-to person for all things related to admissions, enrolment and student relations. Whether you have questions about enrollment, administrative processes, or any concerns about the academic journey, I'm here to help.
But hey, it's not all serious business! I'm also a firm believer in making your time at the institution enjoyable. I absolutely love seeing the bright faces of our students in the morning, ready to take on the day's challenges. And you know what warms my heart even more?
Assisting parents in any way I can, ensuring that they're confident about their child's education.
Let's navigate this educational journey together with a smile.
Kitty (Year 7) –"Science has been fun this week, we’ve been working on posters and learning symbols. In P.E. we have been balancing and doing gymnastics which is fun! I’m happy that we have introduced chat and snack at breaktime."
Nora (Year 7) –"So far in the first 4 days of school it has been amazing, and I feel that I have learnt a lot of things. Science is my favourite subject and I love the Science lessons and I am hoping to learn more. I love school and this week has been fantastic!"
Updates from The Perse Parent's Association
We are lucky to have a wonderful team of PPA members (Perse Parent Association). If you would like to become a member please contact our Head of PPA Sumbal Waqas, she and our other members would love to grow our team. Sumbal's email is Sumbal Waqas email: sumbal.waqas237@gmail.com
The PPA is currently working on the "Library Project" and the yearly projects shall be announced soon!
Parking at The Perse
Please note we have been made aware that some parents have received fines for parking without a coupon between the hours of 08.30 and 22.00 in the far bays opposite school. The LTA charges 60 cents for every half hour otherwise according to the sign.
News from The Perse School, Cambridge
It is of course very difficult at this time of year to not mention GCSE's and A level results particularly with such high achievements made this year by students at The Perse School, Cambridge.
Perse pupils are celebrating excellent GCSE results with 85.5% of all entries being graded at 9 to 7, equivalent to the former A*-A standard.
More than 71% of entries were awarded grades 9 or 8 (equivalent to the previous A* grade) which is almost six times the national percentage of 12%.
Meanwhile, 44% of entries were graded 9 in comparison to 4.9% nationally. This year’s cohort of 213 Perse Upper Sixth students have achieved excellent A level results. Overall, just under half of all grades were awarded at A* and the A*–B rate was 93%. An impressive 135 students attained three or more grades at A* or A, while 36 students secured four or more A* grades.
I am sure you will join us in wishing the students all the very best in their next endeavours.
Parent guidance for onlinesafety and social safeguarding .
Recently, in the UK as reported by The Safeguarding Alliance, amendments have been made to the onlinesafety bill which protects children and helps parents assist them better. These amendments includeamongst other important highlights that social media platforms are required to use age verification to prevent children accessing inappropriatecontent.
WhatsApp (16+) Line (12+)
WeChat ( 13+)
Instagram (13+)
Facebook (13+)
Snapchat(13+)
TikTok (13+ with a 60 minute per day viewing limit for under 18's if set up correctly)
UNICEF have produced this 5 step comprehensive breakdown to helping you, help your child online.
Important information
Please note that moving forward, there are two days set for parental communication of whole school information. These days are set to Tuesdayand Fridayat 16.30. The purpose of this is to ensure efficiency of key information and clarity for your parent inboxes!
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For classroom information, 'lost lunch boxes' and key updates/events which will help teachers and your child please contact the classroom teacher directly via email.
For an appointmentwith the Principal, please use admin2theprincipal@perse.edu.sg so that a convenienttime can be allocated to ensure we can give you the full attention which it deserves.
Please may I ask that student issues are firstly communicated with the form tutor and key stage tutor to ensure full pastoral care before 'escalating' to the Principal , Deputy Principal or Assistant Headteacher. As educatorswe have regular communication channelsto share appropriateinformation.
Please find our parent handbook by clicking on the link Parent Handbook
Contact Information
Phone No.: +65 6971 8210
Admissions: student.services@perse.edu.sg
General Queries: questions@perse.edu.sg
Safeguarding: safeguarding@perse.edu.sg