Message from Exec. Headteacher
The academic year is running away with us quickly. The children are settled in well and much learning has already taken place. It has been lovely to go into classes and see the children enjoying their learning and focussed, they are all working extremely hard.
It is Parents’ Evening on 22nd, 23rdand 24th October and this is a chance for you to hear all about the great work your children have achieved. The teachers would really like to see every parent of children in their classes as it is a chance to share success but also how you and we can work together to support them even further. It would be amazing to have 100% parent attendance for Parents’ Evening this year and I am sure that you will all gain much from it. It is your time to ask questions, whether you are concerned about any aspect or unsure about the way your children are learning a particular concept. If you want to come with questions already written down, then the teachers will be only too happy to help, no question is a silly question and can only support your children. Parental engagement is a high priority for us at Rangefield and we very much look forward to seeing you all. To book your time slot follow the instructions further down the newsletter. Mrs Fenniche
Message from Head of School
The term is racing by, just another week until the half term break. It has been a really busy few weeks, with lots of positive progress academically and behaviour has seen a real improvement, which is great.
Lots of children have had the chance to go out on trips and we are particularly grateful to the Al-Emaan Mosque for offering large numbers of our children such a warm welcome and an insight into life as a Muslim. Our regular trips to St Barnabas Church will continue and we are also working on visits to other places of worship as well.
It has been good to have many of you in during the term, enjoying events with your children and a core volunteering to support in class. If you haven’t already, please do sign up for the parents’ evenings that are taking place next week.
There are a list of dates on this newsletter including early warning of Christmas dates.
I hope you all have a decent half-term break, do encourage your children to read, perhaps do some maths as well as getting some rest. Mr Ball
Dates for your diaries
Click on the calendar icon to the left to view all upcoming events and dates at Rangefield. Dates to remember for the next few weeks are as follows:
School Council
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ur school council representatives met up last Friday and there was a lot of interesting discussion and ideas.
They have formed a group of Eco Warriors whose roles include, checking how the school recycles; how clean it is and how efficiently it runs.
They have asked for a calm/reading area in the playground, preferably under a canopy – Mr Ball is in agreement and suggested KS1 could have a small ssmooga area with chairs and KS2 could use the gazebo in the quiet area.
The school councillors agreed that Mia and De’Shon would deliver a speech at the Remembrance Service on behalf of Rangefield. They also agree to do an assembly to celebrate some of their heros for Black History Month on 18th October.
Piano Club
We are pleased to inform you that the sign-up deadline for Piano Club has been extended to Wednesday, 23rd October.
If your child is interested in joining, please make sure to submit their registration by this new date. Spaces are limited, so don’t miss out!
It is important that all children come to school in full school uniform.
You can buy school uniform from a shop of your choice or online (ONLINE SCHOOL SHOP) or in person from: BAILWOOD, 246 Lewisham High Street, London SE13 6JU, 020 8852 8727, info@bailwood.co.uk.
In recent weeks we have been reviewing how our school office operates and so that our staff can be as effective and efficient as possible, we will be making changes to it’s opening hours from Monday 11th November.
The office opening hours will be:
8.45am – 12.15pm and 3.15pm – 4pm
If you have an appointment for your child/ren in the afternoon and they require collecting from school before the end of the day, this needs to have been communicated with the school and evidence provided prior to 12.15 on the day of the appointment, so that the information is passed on to the class teacher. The class teacher is then able to ensure that the child is ready for collection at the given time. Parents will not be able to call in to the school office and collect a child without prior notice, unless it is an absoloute emergency. To read more please see the letter from Mrs Fenniche here: Office Times 18 10 2024
How to Book Parents’ Evening
Firstly make sure we have your correct email address, you can check this via the ScholarPack App (INSTRUCTIONS).
You should have received an email from ‘Juniper Education – Primarysite’ inviting you to choose a date and time to meet your child’s class teacher. Simply select the date you wish to attend and a time that suits you best.
If you haven’t received an email and you have checked your junk/spam folders please contact Lisa in the school office.
Monster Mash Bash
Have you booked your tickets for the Monster Mash Bash?
KS1: Wednesday 23rd October 24, 3.30pm – 4.30pm
KS2: Thursday 24th October 24, 3.30pm – 4.30pm
Location: School Hall
The cost for this event is £3.00 per child. Please buy your tickets via ParentPay.
Children are welcome to come dressed in their favourite costumes if they wish, but it is not essential.
There will be music, dancing, and light refreshments to enjoy during the event.
Please ensure you arrive promptly at 4.30pm to collect your child. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact Mrs. Sharp or the School Office.
We look forward to a fantastic Monster Mash Bash!
Own Clothes Day – Centrepoint
We are pleased to inform you that we will be holding an own clothes day on Friday 25th October to raise funds for Centrepoint, a charity dedicated to supporting young people who are experiencing homelessness due to a variety of circumstances.
We kindly ask for a donation of £1 per child to participate in this event.
This marks the beginning of our school’s partnership with Centrepoint, and we will be supporting the charity throughout the academic year with various fundraising.
Please feel free to have a look at the amazing work they do.
Thank you for your ongoing support.
Do you have a child born between 1st September 2020 and 31st August 2021? If so you need to apply for a Reception place for September 2025.
You can read more on our school website here: https://www.rangefield.co.uk/admissions-arrangements/
Or apply directly via this link: You need to click on this link www.eadmissions.org.uk/
If you need any assistance making your application, please see Lisa in the school office.
Forster Park are looking for one more meals supervisor to join their school team.
To find out more and make an application, visit Forster Park’s website and click on ‘vacancies’ or through this link: Meals Supervisor Advert
Easy Fundraising
Just reminding you that Oakbridge Federation are registered with easyfundraising, which means you can raise FREE donations for us every time you shop online. Over 7,000 brands will donate to us when you use easyfundraising to shop with them – at no extra cost to yourself!
These donations really mount up and make a BIG difference to us, so we’d really appreciate it if you could take a moment to sign up and support us.
It’s completely FREE and only takes a minute. You can find our easyfundraising page at Easy fundraising
Thank you so much!
The UK is developing an online only immigration system. Physical documents are being replaced with an online record of someone’s immigration status. This is known as an eVisa. Those affected will need to make this change by 31st December 2024, otherwise they will find it difficult to prove their immigration status.
If this affects you, apply for your eVisa at www.gov.uk/evisa before 31st December 2024.
You can read further information here: www.lewisham.gov.uk/evisa of attend on of the sessions on the flyer above (click to enlarge).
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