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Headteacher's News December 2017Download PDF
As we feel the onset of winter, this is a good time to reflect upon the successes of the past term. A number of staff have settled into school and our new Reception children are confident and enthusiastic. We have enjoyed some exceptional assembly performances, visited various venues on school trips, heard the choir singing and the orchestra playing, and raised our expectations of what we hope to achieve. The charitable work – led by pupils – has been rewarding and PTA events have (and will be tonight) an enjoyable aspect of children’s whole experience at Montpelier. During the term I have been reminded of many things, and two in particular. The compassion that so many in our school community have displayed for different reasons has served as an illustration of all that is still good in a world that can feel fragile from time to time. And our children! Today, I had my coat tugged, arm pulled, hand “high fived,” and my letter to a parent given a detailed critique, by 4 and 5 year olds - all because I dared to venture across the Reception playground at lunchtime. What a great school to be a part of.
International Food Fair
After our successful International Food Fair where parents and carers gave time and effort to provide a range of dishes, we were delighted to learn that over £1800 pounds had been raised.
Read moreWe enjoyed seeing so many parents and carers during our recent consultation meetings.
Whilst we always seek informal feedback from parents, we will be issuing a more specific survey in the spring term.
Read moreDangerous Driving
A few parents and carers have mentioned their concerns about dangerous driving by our parents and commuters on the approach to, and outside, the school.
Read moreData Protection
The school takes data protection very seriously and next year we will be providing simplified information about how current (and revised regulations) affect school life.
Read moreSecurity and safety
We are finalising security measures in order to prevent visitors entering the site without authorisation because we want to keep our children safe at all times.
Read moreThank you for the fantastic response regarding the arrival of items (instruments, pencil cases, clothing) into school.
We are saving hours each week, enabling us to concentrate on teaching and learning and keeping the main entrance to the school secure.
Read moreThe magic of a winter wonderland – awe and wonder
And finally. As we draw towards tonight’s Christmas disco and a number of seasonal events in the run up to the holidays, a huge thanks to our business manager, Ms Power,
Read moreProspective parents’ visits to the school
This term we have shown over 120 children’s parents around the school, all of whom are interested in applying for a Reception place in the school.
Read moreThe wonderful world of WhatsApp
A general reminder that careless or misplaced comments about staff or other parents often upsets “WhatsApp” group members.
Read morePhotographs on the school site
Please remember that photographs should never be taken on the school site.
Read moreHandling Concerns
If you have a serious concern that needs to be raised with the school, please do this directly with us, not by approaching other parents.
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