In this week’s liturgy, we reflected on the gospel and the word ‘king’. Jesus refers to His Kingdom not being of this world. We reminded ourselves of our previous RE topic of where the Kingdom of God is and what it looks like. We shared how God’s kingdom is within each of our hearts, and we have to let this Kingdom shine through. We then discussed what Jesus was like as a king and how we can be kings today- what type of leader would He want us to be?
And in the blink of an eye…another week in Year 6 has passed. From the minute that the children walk into class in the morning to the moment that they walk out of the door, they are constantly learning and challenging themselves to be the best that they can be. It really astounds me just how much work that the children have completed. As we approach Advent, and the birth of Jesus Christ, we continue to strive to be Intentional and Prophetic in our actions, which are our two virtues this half term. Today, we made our advent promises ready for the whole class display, thinking about the ways we can prepare ourselves and our hearts ready for the birth of Christ.
Learning is always fast paced in Year 6 and this week has been no exception. This week in Maths we have been adjusting the calculations to be more efficient and accurate. We have been analysing our class novel and creating a toolkit ready for our writing next week. In science, we have looked at anomalies in data and learning about why these may happen. This half term, our RE topic is such a reflective unit of work, as we ask the children to reflect on the injustices within our world today. They are often surprised that some of the situations still occur. We spent today reflecting on a poem about the plight of refugees in our world. Why not read the poem and see what you think?
They have no need of our help
So do not tell me
These haggard faces could belong to you or me
Should life have dealt a different hand
We need to see them for who they really are
Chancers and scroungers
Layabouts and loungers
With bombs up their sleeves
Cut-throats and thieves
They are not
Welcome here
We should make them
Go back to where they came from
They cannot
Share our food
Share our homes
Share our countries
Instead let us
Build a wall to keep them out
It is not okay to say
These are people just like us
A place should only belong to those who are born there
Do not be so stupid to think that
The world can be looked at another way.
Now read the poem backwards. What a powerful poem with a really significant meaning. The discussion around this and the empathy the children showed was so humbling, what a group of compassionate children you have. Following this lesson, the children have started to write their own poems about refugees.
DANCE FESTIVAL INFORMATION
The time is here and we have now finished our dance, we are so excited to share it with you all. Here are the arrangements for next Tuesday …
Costumes should now be at school, left at school ready for rehearsals on Monday and to take to the Winter Gardens on Tuesday- this will avoid any left behind on the day!
We will leave school at 1pm by coach to the Winter Gardens, where 3 members of staff will be taking the group and staying with them in to the evening. The children will be there all afternoon, to allow time to practice and go through the show. Therefore, they will need to bring a packed lunch for their evening meal. Snacks throughout the event are welcomed, but please no sweets/ chocolate and no fizzy drinks, although one juice is permitted. As it is a long afternoon, with waiting time, please feel free to pack a good book, any homework to complete and maybe a puzzle/ colouring book to keep them busy (no electrical devices or anything of value). Children will not be able to see any of the audience before or during the show.
Once the show has finished, children will then go backstage to collect their belongs and then we will take them to our school’s pick up point outside Toyland Toyshop on Church street, so please meet us there. You will not be able to take your child until the end of the show, due to safeguarding and as it is etiquette to watch the other performers as they have watched you. Once the show has finished at the collection point, please make sure you tell us when you take your child, to ensure a safe transition as it does get very busy! I will have all mobile contact numbers in case there are any problems, so please ensure you have your mobiles with you on the night. Please fill in the form below to let us know who will be taking your child home on the evening:
Doors open to the public on the evening at 6pm- make sure you have your tickets. The anticipated finishing time is 9:30pm.
Children can wear their PE kits this day. Please make sure you pack plenty of water and if your child needs an inhaler, please ensure they have this. We will also do hair in the afternoon, so pack a brush!
Any questions or queries about the event, please just email.
Delving deeper through talk …
What is justice? What injustices are there in a world?
My Happy Mind…
What character strength do you want to use more of next week?
Helpers in the mornings:
This week we have the following children helping to take the younger children to their class:
Liam Bella Sophia Michael
Leading Learners
Well done to Arhtur and Benjamin this week.
Arthur- resileint and creative learner - This week you have been so determined to work hard and do the very best you can. We can see how determined you are at being focused, listening carefully and ensuring you are on task at all times. Well done Arthur, we are proud of you and your hard work.
Benjamin- focused Cooper Crab- Benjamin you have such a positive attitude to your learning. Whatever the lesson, you work hard and produce high quality work.
Intentional and Prophetic butterflies
This half term we will be on the lookout for all the children that are intention in their actions. Children who make conscious decisions for the greater good. We will also be spotting children who are prophetic, who choose the right decisions with integrity and who display them publically. These children are the role models of the school. This week we thank Liam for being intentional and prophetic to help others.
Lunch Time Awards …
Marvelous Manners awards … Liam
Role Model of the week … Gabriella
Reminders
Notices
Please see year 6 homework section to learn the songs ready for our Christmas concert.
Costumes for the dance festival need to be kept in school please.
Tuesday 26th November - Dance Festival- more information on this event will be on the blog next Friday
Own Clothes Day: To celebrate the arrival of December and the festive period, then children can wear their own clothes and also bring in a bar of chocolate into school for £1. This will take place on Friday 29th November.
Christmas Bake Off will take place on Friday 13th December. The day will be all things cake, cake sales and Christmas jumpers!
KS2 Christmas Concert: This will take place at Church on Monday 16th December. The children will perform the concert twice at 2pm and 6pm
Have a lovely weekend with your family.
Mrs Harrison, Mrs Webster and Mrs Carter