Sitting and watching the nativities over the past two weeks have just been pure joy. We know that the story that they have been telling is the most important story of all time; and the one that adds extra significance to our lives. There is nothing more magical than watching a nativity and I really hope you all felt it. Next week, we finish our pilgrimage at church - exactly where it needs to be. Our KS2 children will be leading us in prayer, scripture and song.
Our pilgrimages have taken place throughout the school as our aim to be pilgrims of hope continue. Children have taken their paired classes around the school, combining with their partners. Our nursery children have even completed the pilgrimage. I was really touched this week when one of our Year 2 pupils told me about a prayer station that she had set up at home. I really love it Daisy, it contains everything that we have talked about in school. I wonder if you could make a prayer station at home? Could you make a pilgrimage for your family? Send me a photograph of what you make.
Time to spread festive cheer far and wide…
I cannot begin to thank you all for how you have got involved in the Christmas events that we have put on this year; I hope that you and the children have all enjoyed it. The pottery that has been painted have now been sent home, ready to adorn your trees. Please do email me a photo so we can see them in their glory! The film nights too have been so well attended too. All of the money that has been made from any of our fundraisers will be going towards our Forest School - we are eager to get this up and running after Christmas. We are also looking to replace our stage lights in the hall - so every bit of fundraising helps. Little and often is the way forward so not to overstretch families, but for them to feel involved. The Christmas raffle will take place on Wednesday afternoon - you have to be in it to win it! Please get your raffle tickets into the school office by Tuesday. The raffle prizes are fabulous!
The Great Our Lady Bake Off
Well…what a day we have had in school! Thank you to everyone who has got involved today and made cakes for us all to enjoy. I have wandered round with a fork all day nibbling and tasting; ready to announce the winners. It is such a fun event and one that brings many a smile to the community. Even our staff get involved in the Bake Off - Mr Cornwell was determined to win this year - he felt cheated last year. Scroll down to see this year’s winners and family winners too!
Congratulations to the winners from each class and to our family winners for this year. There was also a special commendation award to Team Leyden for their effort and high standards across the board! From our film nights and Bake Off alone, we have raised over £1000 for school funds.
Office News
House Point winners will be announced on Monday in school!
Our Weekly Attendance
Lunch options for next week in addition to sandwiches:
Monday - Meatball Sub
Tuesday - Sandwiches
Wednesday - Burger in a bun
Thursday - CHRISTMAS DINNER
Friday - Pizza slices
Jackie has put together a festive menu for us to enjoy that still includes all of the favourites. The cost of the dinner is £2.50. If your child usually has a dinner on a Thursday, you don’t need to book. If your child doesn’t usually have one and would like one…please complete the booking form below by Monday morning at 9am.
Thank you to everyone who has booked their places for All Stars in Spring. Mrs Nel will be in touch next week to confirm places.
School Vacancies
We currently have two vacancies in school for after Christmas; Teaching Assistant (23 hours a week - temporary) & a Welfare Assistant (11.5 hours a week). These two roles may be combined or kept separate depending on the right candidate. Please do contact Mrs Gregan if interested; we are really looking to grow our staff team and support our community. Both jobs and descriptions can be found on LCC website.
Parish News
Our Singalong a Christmas is on this coming Friday, 20th December at the Parish Centre. If you are coming along just to join in or indeed sing you are advised to get there between 7.00 and 7.15pm to be assured of a seat – it might be busy. If you’re joining us to sing its always good to get a quick look at what we are doing but as per usual we will be winging it! It’s a very Christmassy night (so come suitably attired) but also has a bit of fun thrown in for all the family. Please come along, bring the family – it’s a great night.
Finally, as we move into the final week of the term, there is still lots going on…
Monday: KS2 Carol Concert 2pm and 6pm at church. For the evening performance, please can the children arrive for 5.45pm. Please ensure that they are respectfully waiting outside church and stood with their families.
Wednesday: KS2 Christmas Party (the children can bring a packet of crisps/chocolate bar and a non-fizzy drink). In the afternoon, the Christmas raffle will take place.
Thursday: KS1 Christmas Party (the children can bring a packet of crisps/chocolate bar and a non-fizzy drink). At lunchtime, we will be having Christmas lunch
Friday: Staff panto and final assembly - don’t forget we finish at 2pm. On Friday, there will be no All Stars provision as it is final day of term and an early finish.
God bless
Mrs Gregan