Charlton-on-Otmoor CE Primary School

Dear Parents,

It has been a very successful first half term of the year. Our staff have been so impressed with all of the children since they returned to school - they have been a credit to their families. They have bounced into school each day, happy to see their friends and eager to learn too. We always knew how amazing your children were - this has just reinforced our opinion.

I would like to say a special thank you to my very dedicated team of staff, who have worked really hard to ensure that the school is a safe place to learn and have gone over and beyond during the past two months to provide an excellent education.

I would also like to thank all of the parents, grandparents and carers who have supported the school in running safely adhering to the changes we have put in place. As a staff, we have greatly appreciated the positive comments and feedback we have received.

Finally, I would like to share my appreciation with you for the work that the governors and PTA have given to the school. As volunteers, the work they do behind the scenes is remarkable and vital for the successful running of the school.

In other news, I am excited to inform you that Belinda Roberts will be joining Breakfast Club and CAST from November 2^nd. Belinda knows the school well having worked with us in a similar role between 2017 and 2018. If you would like to sign up for either of these clubs after the half term break, please get in contact with the school office or book the sessions on ParentPay.

I have been very impressed with all of the scary hair designs that I have seen around Charlton today. It is lovely to get together as a school to raise money for a really meaningful cause. This year, the school has made the decision to raise money for two charities:

• Action Aid - a global federation working for a world free from poverty and injustice,
• The School PTA who as we already know have a significant impact in raising money for school equipment, enhancing the outdoor provision and recently raised funds for a new interactive white board!

Linked to this, I would like to say a further thank you to the PTA for their hard work in renovating the outdoor trim trail. It is great to think that we had children from the school as well as the adults coming in on a Saturday to make the school even more amazing. A special mention needs to go to Mitzi, Henry, Emilia, Emily, Isla and Neive!

Have a great half term

Mr Griffin

If you are reading this on your phone, the pictures will rotate and show you all the wonderful hairdos that we saw today. We managed to raise £77.30. Well done everyone.

The new touch screen purchased by the PTA was installed in the Yr5/6 class this week.

The children painted a banner to say goodbye to Ali.

The children had a tea party in their classrooms yesterday to say goodbye to Ali. All the classes were linked via Zoom and everybody clapped really loudly so that she could hear their appreciation. We will all miss you but you will be amazing in your new job!

We are looking for another clarinet player to start lessons at school. We already have someone interested in joining but we need someone else to join for the teacher to be able to come to our school to deliver the lessons. 

If you don't have an instrument, a parent has informed us that they would be prepared to lend the school a clarinet for the child who decide to sign up so that you wouldn't have to rent an instrument on top of paying the lessons' fees. 

If your child is interested, please do come and speak to oen of us in the office. 

Mrs Pearson and Ms Cooper wanted to remind the children who are doing the Cycling Proficiency that they need to practice the following:

- Left turn from major to minor road and minor to major road.

- Observations of other vehicles.

- Starting and stopping safely.

Thank you for your support.

Gosford Hill Eye Spy Challenge for Yr6s.

Please don't forget to register for your child's flu immunisation. 

If your child already had the nasal spray, please do let me know or go on the Immunisation Team website and say "NO" to consent.

CONSENT FORM

To access the consent form please click on the following link

https://www.oxfordhealthimms.co.uk/forms/flu

(Paper copies are no longer available)

The unique code for your child’s school is :- OX123100

 Please submit your form by 5pm on Tuesday, 8 Dec 2020 to ensure your child receives their vaccination.

The link will close on this date and late consents will not be accepted.  

 When completing the consent form, it is important to enter your child’s NHS Number. This can be found in your child’s Red Book or from their GP Surgery.

Your support for the Poppy Shop is greatly appreciated.

Kidlington Youth Football Club are looking for players to join a new Under 10’s boys team. If you are interested or would like further information please contact Matt Williams on mwilliams0682@icloud.com or 07495127690.