Oakridge School Running Stars – is it the altitude training?
All our cross country runners in the Y3 and Y4 Stroud District finals on Wednesday were amazing. Their enthusiasm and efforts were noted by many. Our team was awarded two first and one second place medals – which for a very small school is such a fantastic achievement. We would like to give a special mention to Amy, Hester and Libby who apparently have been wearing their medals twenty four hours a day. However, we need to say a big well done to all runners and parents who have supported training. It is rumoured that training at altitude in Oakridge is the key to success. Continue reading 'Newsletter 8'»
Helping Haiti.
We are very pleased to announce that our school raised a total of £135.89 to help children in Haiti. Well done and thank you to all who supported this event. All monies have been sent to UNISEF. Continue reading 'Newsletter 7'»
Helping Haiti.
At the request of our children a meeting of the Pupil Council was held to discuss ways in which the school could help raise money to support the children suffering in the earthquake that hit Haiti. It was decided that a non uniform day would be held on Thursday 28th January. Pupils are asked to pay £1 and to come to school in non uniform clothes with pink or yellow being the theme. All money collected will be sent to Unisef whose work specifically supports children and young people.
On Friday the pupils in Key Stage 2 wrote some thoughtful and supportive prayers for the children in Haiti. They are all on display in the entrance hall for everyone to read. Some pupils also made collection boxes for homework. Any extra contributions will be sent to Unisef on Friday. Continue reading 'Newsletter 6'»
Children In Need fundraising.
We are pleased to announce that the total amount raised through our activities last Friday was an admirable £158.59. This includes money collected in Kim’s Shop and the pub. All pupils had a super time making pizzas, biscuits and taking part in various games whilst raising money for an excellent cause. We give our thanks to the Pupil Council and Mrs Wynter for organising this event. We also extend a special thanks to Mr Gray for spending the morning with us and helping to make all the pizzas.
Continue reading 'Newsletter 5'»
BBC Children In Need Appeal
Dear parents,
As you might be aware it is Children in Need this Friday the 20th of November. The pupil council have been busy making arrangements to raise funds for this event.
Your child/children will need to bring 50p if they would care to dress up in Pudsey colours or as Pudsey himself. There will be other exciting fundraising activities during the day run by children in the school for example doughnut eating and pizza making. We suggest that everyone bring some extra money to take part in these (maybe £1 in total will be enough including the money to dress up).
Thank you for your support.
The Pupil Council Team
Poetry and DT days.
On behalf of all pupils and staff I would like to say a big thank you to all the parents and helpers who came into school at the end of last term to support some of the exciting events planned to enrich our curriculum. The pupils’ smiles during the week truly reflected their enjoyment of the specially organised activities.
Outdoor clothing.
As the weather gets colder we are rapidly reminded of why the village green is often described as “Little Siberia”. As such we would like to stress the importance that all pupils bringing suitable clothing to school so they can enjoy their outdoor playtimes fully. We request that you ensure that your child / children have a warm coat, gloves, hat and appropriate footwear in school everyday. In order to reduce the incidents of lost clothing we also request that all clothing be named clearly.
Continue reading 'Newsletter 4'»
The Governing Body.
The Annual General Meeting of the Governing Body took place on Wednesday 16th September. The following key appointments were made;
Chair to the Governing Body – Mr Brian Cheeseman
Vice Chair – Mr Gareth Newton.
Clerk to Governing Body – Mr Peter Scott
I would like to take this opportunity to express on behalf of the whole school community our sincere thanks to Mary Fern who has stepped down from the post of Chair of Governors after 10 years of being in this role. Mary has been a governor for 25 years and will continue as the Local Authority representative of the Governing Body.
Her unreserved commitment to always placing pupils at the heart of school improvement has been a cornerstone throughout the school’s recent history. Her boundless energy and honesty have contributed in so many ways to the life of the school at the heart of its community. Continue reading 'Newsletter 3'»
Dear Parents
We are writing to provide more information about some exciting educational events taking place in the coming weeks.
Poetry event at Oakridge School – Monday 19th and Tuesday 20th October.
We are delighted to inform you of our plans for a special poetry event in school at the end of this term.
Continue reading 'Poetry Event'»
We have been really encouraged by the way in which our changed arrangements have made a positive impact to the start of the school day. Thank you for your support and a huge well done to all those who participated in outdoor Wake and Shake on Friday.
Curriculum information.
Attached to this newsletter is some information about the teaching and learning in your child’s class / classes this term. New for this year and as a result of requests we have also included specific information for each class relating to reading, homework and PE.
Continue reading 'Newsletter 2'»
Welcome back everybody. It has been lovely to hear that in spite of the weather so many of you have had a superb summer break. We would like to extend an extra special mention to Bonnie, William, Jack, Tabitha and Ethan who join us this term.
Music Tuition.
Singing tuition starts on Monday 7th September for those pupils registered.
Music tuition for flute, keyboard, oboe and clarinet starts on Wednesday 9th September. There are still places available for KS2 sessions on Wednesdays. Please speak to Carolyn if your child would be interested in taking up this opportunity.
Guitar lessons will start on Tuesday 15th September. Once again there are places available for year 2 upwards, again please speak to Carolyn.
Staffing.
It has been lovely to welcome Mrs Warren back to the team this term. She will continue to teach Class 1 everyday except Monday when the class will be taught by Mrs Gray. We are delighted that she has been able to provide this continuity. This arrangement will stay in place until January when we expect Mrs Hayes to return from her maternity leave. In the New Year the class will be taught by Mrs Hayes on Monday and Tuesday and Mrs Warren on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
This year Ally Schofield also joins our team as midday supervisor.
Continue reading 'Newsletter 1 (Term 1 2009/10)'»
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