Newsletter

Headteacher - Mr J Ayre

Assistant Headteacher - Mrs S Humphreys

Dear Parents & Carers,

I trust this newsletter finds you well and that you had an enjoyable half-term break. It's been a fantastic start to the new term here at Carleton Park J & I School, and we are thrilled to share some exciting updates and achievements with you.

Top 3 Performing Schools in the Country! To kick off the week, we were honored and thrilled to learn that Carleton Park J & I School has been recognized as one of the Top 3 performing schools in the country. This remarkable achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, and the support of our wonderful community.

Thank You for Your Support We want to express our sincere gratitude to all parents and carers for your continuous support. The success of our school is a collaborative effort, and your involvement plays a crucial role in making Carleton Park a thriving educational environment.

Lunchtime Clubs This week marked the commencement of our lunchtime clubs, and we are proud to share that every single child at Carleton Park is now attending a lunchtime club. These clubs are designed to broaden their experiences and support personal development. We believe that engaging in a variety of activities enhances their overall learning experience.

West Yorkshire Cross Country Finals We are delighted to share that 40 of our Year 3 - 6 children participated in the West Yorkshire Cross Country finals this week. Following our recent success in the Wakefield competition, where we finished in the top 3 schools out of over 30 participating schools, our students had the opportunity to showcase their skills at a higher level. A massive congratulations to the children who participated—their resilience and teamwork were truly commendable and reflected positively on our school.

Attendance

Attendance continues to be a huge priority for us as a school and I am delighted to share with you that we are currently well above the National Average! Regular attendance makes a significant difference to both the academic and personal development of our pupils!

Thank you again for your continued support and understanding of the importance of attendance.

As always, we encourage open communication and feedback. If you have any questions, concerns, or if you would like to get more involved, please do not hesitate to reach out.

Thank you once again for your continued support, and we look forward to celebrating more achievements together.

Best Regards,

Mr Ayre

We would like to invite Reception parents to join us for a Read, Write Inc. phonics lesson on Tuesday 27th February 2024.

To aid parents with supporting their child’s reading at home, there will be an opportunity to find out more about the Read, Write Inc. phonics programme, before being invited into class to watch a live phonics lesson being taught to your child.

To facilitate this, we ask that only one adult per child attends and that the event is to be attended by adults only.

The session will begin at 8.50am until approximately 9.50am.

Kind regards

Miss Brook

EYFS Lead and Assistant Associate Headteacher

Whole School Target = 98%

Rec - 100%

Year 1 - 96.2%

Year 2 - 96.6%

Year 3 - 96.7%

Year 4 - 96.7%

Year 5 - 100%

Year 6 - 100%

Whole School Attendance Spring Term 2, Week 1 - 97.1%

Whole School Year to Date - 96.7%

Reception - Brody and Sadie

Year 1 - Tanga and Havanna

Year 2 - Karson and Lewis

Year 3 - Clae and Elena

Year 4 - Frazer and James W

Year 5 - Eliza and Poppii

Year 6 - Sophia and Lilymay

On the 26th, 27th and 28th February we will have Scholastic Book Fayre in school. Children in Years 3 to 6 can attend on the 26th straight after school. Children in Reception, Years 1 and 2 can attend on the 27th straight after school. The book stalls will then be available on the 28th in school for children to buy any books they would like when they visit as a class. If children are purchasing books on the 28th, please send their money in a sealed, named envelope. If you would like to visit the fayre, please collect as usual and then enter back through their classroom and head to the hall.

Please note - only cash can be accepted as payment for books and change may not always be available. World Book Day tokens can be used for £1.00 off a book however the small WBD books for a £1 will not be available.

All events are communicated here as soon as they are confirmed

2024 ASSESSMENT DATES - If your child is in the following years please make sure they attend school during these important dates:

Year 1 - Monday 10th June to Friday 14th - Phonics Screening Check Week

Year 4 - Monday 3rd June to Friday 14th June - Multiplication Tables Check Week

Year 6 - Monday 13th May to Thursday 16th May - SATS Assessment Week

Year 6 - Monday 20th May to Friday 24th May - Writing Moderation Window

Year 6 - Monday 3rd June - 30th June -28th June - Writing Moderation Window

Please visit our website - Be The Best You Can Be - Carleton Park : Carleton Park (patrust.org.uk) for all the term dates.

Spring Term 2 2024

FEBRUARY

• 26th - Book Fayre for KS2 - Years 3-6 (Cash Only) Children and parents will be able to attend the Scholastic book fayre after school, please enter back through the classroom after collection.
• 27th - Morning Parent Phonics Session - Reception (1 adult per child only)
• 27th - Book Fayre for Reception & KS1-Years 1 and 2 (Cash Only). Children and parents will be able to attend the Scholastic book fayre after school, please enter back through the classroom after collection.
• 28th - Book Fayre available for children to buy in school-time, please send all money in a named envelope.
• 29th - Red Noses go on Sale (limited amount) - £2 each in cash - all proceeds go to Comic Relief

MARCH

• 6th - Planetarium in the Hall - Whole School
• 7th - World Book Day - Children can dress up as a character from a book of their choice
• 11th - 15th - British Science Week
• 11th - 15th - Y5 Marrick Residential Trip - Please see MCAS for payments required
• 12th - Reception Trip to Swithens Farm, Rothwell - Please see letter on website and MCAS for payment
• 15th - Red Nose Day - Bun sale to raise money for Comic Relief. Donations baked or bought needed please. Children can bring cash in a named envelope to buy a bun.
• 18th - Y3 and Y4 Trip to York's Chocolate Story - Please see letter on website and MCAS for payment
• 19th - Parent Craft Morning - Reception - Parent Invited to make Easter Bonnets - more info to follow
• 21st - SATs Meeting for Year 6 Parents - Y6 Classroom at 3.15pm
• 22nd - Easter Disco - Reception and KS1 in school time, KS2 from 3.15pm until 4.15pm. Children can bring party clothes to change into. Tickets cost £2.00 and include a snack and a drink.
• 22nd - Last Day of Term

Summer Term 1 2024

APRIL

• 8th - School open to all pupils

MAY

• 2nd - 3rd May - Y4 Overnight Residential Trip to Boggle Hole - Please see MCAS for payments required.
• 13th - Year 6 SATS Assessment
• 14th - Year 6 SATS Assessment
• 15th - Year 6 SATS Assessment
• 16th - Year 6 SATS Assessment
• 17th - Y6 Celebration Trip to Go Bounce, Doncaster - more info to follow
• w/c 20th - Year 6 Writing Moderation
• 22nd - Whole Class Photographs

• 24th - Last Day of Term

Summer Term 2 2024

JUNE

• 3rd - School open to all pupils
• w/c 3rd - Y6 Writing Moderation
• w/c 3rd - Year 4 Multiplication Tables Check (MTC) - Statutory for all Y4 pupils in England
• 5th - SEN Coffee/Tea Morning - 9am - All parents welcome to discuss concerns with professionals
• w/c 10th - Phonics Screening Check Week - Statutory for all Y1 pupils in England
• 14th - Sports Day
• 19th - Sports Day Back Up Day
• 28th - Non-Uniform Day - Bring a bottle/sweets/chocolate or £1 for the Summer Fayre Tombola stall

JULY

• 2nd - Reception Trip to Bridlington - more info to follow
• 2nd - Y6 Trip to Bridlington - more info to follow
• 4th - Y6 Induction Day at Carleton High School or The King's High School - pupils to attend during the day and parents and pupils to attend in the evening
• 8th - Y5 and Y6 Trip to Manchester City - Educational Tour
• 10th and 11th - Celebration Days - Inflatables for whole school and ice cream for 100% attendance
• 12th - Y6 Performance for Parents - AM show 10am, PM show 1.30pm
• 15th - Transition Day for all years. Moving up to new classes.
• 15th - New Reception 2024 Starters - Play and Stay with parents. AM Session 10am, PM Session 1pm (Places must be booked)
• 15th and 16th - Y6 Transition Day at Carleton High School or The King's School
• 18th - Y6 Leavers Assembly - Parents invited
• 19th - Last Day of Term/Academic Year

2024 ASSESSMENT DATES - If your child is in the following years please make sure they attend school during these important dates:

Year 1 - Monday 10th June to Friday 14th - Phonics Screening Check Week

Year 4 - Monday 3rd June to Friday 14th June - Multiplication Tables Check Week

Year 6 - Monday 13th May to Thursday 16th May - SATS Assessment Week

Year 6 - Monday 20th May to Friday 24th May - Writing Moderation Window

Year 6 - Monday 3rd June - 30th June -28th June - Writing Moderation Window

Please visit our website - Be The Best You Can Be - Carleton Park : Carleton Park (patrust.org.uk) for all the term dates.

Reception, KS1 and KS2 Clubs

Clubs run from 3.10pm to 4.10pm. Children are collected from the Main Entrance.

Please make sure if your child is booked onto a physical club they bring some jogging bottoms/shorts, t shirt, jumper and footwear suitable for the weather on the day. Activities can be held inside or outside.

Please note-clubs will run from next week for 4 weeks, until the end of term and are available to book on MCAS