Newsletter May 2025
- Ecchinswell & Sydmonton
- May 5
- 3 min read
Spotlight on Our Christian Value: Inspiration
This month we are focusing on the Christian value of inspiration.
“I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” — Philippians 4:13
Hot Weather Reminder
The sunshine is glorious at the moment! Please ensure:
Children bring a hat to school.
Sunscreen is applied before school.
Every child has a water bottle in school each day.
Safeguarding:
Child Car Seat Safety
Keeping our children safe is a priority both in and out of school. The ROSPA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents) offers excellent guidance on car seat safety.
Key points from the law:
All children travelling in the front or rear seat of a car, van, or goods vehicle must use the correct child car seat until they are either 135cm tall or 12 years old (whichever comes first).
After this point, they must use an adult seat belt.
It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure children under 14 are restrained correctly.
The rules differ for buses, coaches, and minibuses. All coaches used by the school for trips are fitted with seat belts.
For more information visit: ROSPA Child Car Seats
Parent Questionnaire
Thank you to those who have already completed the parent questionnaire.
Closing date: Friday 2nd May
VE Day Celebrations at School
We are excited to host our very own VE Day street party on Thursday 8th May.
Children should come dressed in red, white, and blue (no crop tops, please) with trainers.
The celebrations will begin at 1:45pm with a family scavenger hunt (with prizes!), followed by a street party in the playground.
Parents and families are warmly invited to join us.
Children should bring party food in a lunch box. If you are attending, please bring enough food for yourself and your family, or add a little extra for sharing.
We can’t wait to celebrate together!
Year Six SATs and Special Breakfasts
Year 6 children will be taking their end of Key Stage 2 assessments from Monday 12th May to Thursday 15th May.
To help them start the day positively, we are inviting Year 6 pupils to a special breakfast each morning.
Arrive at school by 8:15am.
Go straight into class to get settled.
Silver Class Swimming Lessons
After half-term, Silver Class will begin swimming lessons at Kingsclere Swimming Pool.
Start date: Tuesday 3rd June
Time: Tuesday mornings
Travel: By bus
Children will need:
Swimming costume (one-piece) or trunks
Swimming hat (girls and boys, protects the pool filters)
Towel
Flip flops, sliders, or crocs for poolside
More information will follow closer to the date.
PTFA News
A big thank you to everyone who joined us for the PTFA Easter Egg Hunt. The event was a great success, raising money for extras that enhance the children’s school experience.
Next up: Penny Wars!
Jars are already in classrooms.
Bring your copper coins and join the fun.
Every penny helps make a difference.
Dates for Your Diary
5th May – Bank Holiday
12th–15th May – Year 6 SATs
2nd June – Year 4 Multiplication Tables Check begins
3rd June – Silver Class swimming starts
9th–13th June – Year 1 Phonic Screening & Year 2 Retakes
19th June – Year 6 Leavers’ Service at Winchester Cathedral
24th–25th June – Bikeability for Years 5 & 6
27th June – INSET Day
30th June – INSET Day
18th July – Last day of term for children
21st July – INSET Day
22nd July – INSET Day
Ecchinswell Village VE Day Celebrations
Looking for something to do over the long weekend? The whole family is welcome to join the village VE Day celebrations, including a bake-off competition.
Details found online.
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