Amazing Results
Congratulations to the pupils who achieved such amazing results last year. We knew that our results were fantastic this year, but now that we can compare our pupils progress with that of the rest of country we have even more to reason to be proud. The progress of Beacon Rise pupils is in the top 3% of schools nationally overall and in the top 1% for mathematics. Thank you to all the staff who have worked so hard to make this possible whilst still making Beacon Rise a fun place to learn.
Children In Need
This year we combined Children In Need with a Spanish Day where the whole school was invited to wear brightly coloured Spanish themed clothing. Donations raised £218.52 towards this very worthy cause. Well done to everyone who took part in this event.
School Crossing Patrol
Many parents use the school crossing patrol,
Mrs Crossland, to cross the road on their journey to and from school. With new children recently starting, the road safety team would like to take the opportunity to promote the patrol. We would ask that if your journey requires you to cross Hanham Road that you come to the patrol site and use the patrol. Please ensure that children stay close and that if they are riding bikes or mini scooters, they consider other people using the pavement. Wait behind the patrol at the back of the pavement and ask children on bikes and scooters to dismount. Wait on the pavement until the patrol tells you it is safe to cross and then cross in front of her, with children wheeling their bikes or scooters across. Mrs Crossland is there every day, whatever the weather, to provide a safe crossing point for parents and children on their journey to and from school, so please use her. Thank you.
South Gloucester Road Safety Team
Outdoor Play Area
The use of the outdoor area has been enjoyed by all of our pupils since September and has proved to be a huge success! Children bringing in their wellies has enabled us to utilise the area throughout the winter months and has made playtimes a more positive experience providing children with exciting play opportunities. Our new play leader, Katie Hawkins, has also been working really hard to provide all children at school with lots of exciting new things to do including helping us to celebrate our Spanish day recently. These new initiatives coupled together has made playtimes a whole lot of fun for our children!
Please remember to send your child into school with their wellies in a named carrier bag on their relevant day. Many thanks
Comenius
Work continues across Europe on our Comenius project, Our Green world. Talented artists from across KS2 having been working with Mrs Bryant to produce some wonderful art for both our shared 'green world' story and the end of year comenius calendar. The story is been written by each of the countries involved in our project and we look forward to sharing it with the children when it is complete. The calendar will be published in each of our partner countries.
School Uniform
Please remember that trainers or Ugg boots are not part of our school uniform and should not be worn. If you are purchasing new footwear ready for next term please take this into account.
After School Gate Opening
From now on gates will be closed and locked between 3.30p.m.and the time clubs finish. We realise this may mean you need to wait outside for longer, but we need to make sure pupils participating in clubs are safe and access to the school buildings is limited.
Picking up Time
If you are picking KS1 children up from the Avon playground please do not stand at the bottom of the ramp. This makes it difficult for staff to lead pupils through the playground and can be intimidating for small children. Please wait at the bottom of the playground instead.
Year 6 Prom
We have made a provisional booking for the current Year 6 Ball – Thursday 5th July 2012
Police non-emergency number to telephone is: 0845 456 7000
In emergency or for a crime in progress still please always call 999
Our Community Policeman, PCSO Steven Dexter 9414 can be contacted on 07771344757
steven.dexter@avonandsomerset.police.uk
If you wish to give information about crime or criminals anonymously, you can call Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
Please help us and thank you for your vigilance.
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