I do hope that you all enjoyed a fun filled Christmas break and that all our children are bursting with good health, ready for the Spring Term. We have a full house in both schools today! While still on the subject of Christmas, I would like to take this opportunity to offer my thanks and thanks on behalf of staff for all the generous gifts we received. It is so very thoughtful of you and we do appreciate it very much!
At Sand Hutton, you may see new faces at the gate; please say Hello. At Warthill, we also have a new member of the Infant Class. We know he will be being made very welcome. This week we are straight into Sharing Assemblies this week starting at 9am on Friday at Warthill. This will be followed by the same at Sand Hutton Friday 13th January. We hope to see you there!
Just a couple of bits of admin: For families with siblings joining us in September; the closing date for applications is fast approaching. While we are aware of siblings and we, as schools, are expecting them in our intake numbers, the application is online and needs to be completed through the Local Authority.
Also, a further reminder to families using Tiny School for after school care. Please would you let both school and Tiny School know of any changes to the usual arrangement so that there is no confusion at collection. While we know that changes are sometimes last minute, where possible could you try to let school know before Mrs Thackray leaves just after lunch.
And finally, I am sure that I am not the only who took the opportunity to have a clear out over the Christmas period. If this is something that you also took the time to do, please be aware that there is a clothing bank in the Sand Hutton car park. While it might mean a short journey for you to de-clutter, it also contributes to some fund raising for our school. We would appreciate any donations from you. You can just pop by and drop them in the bank just by the gate.
Please look out for communications from your child’s class teacher about homework and possible visits outside school. We will also be making contact as plans are tightened leading up to young Voices. In addition to that, please know that if you have any concerns or anything you wish to discuss, I am available and will support in any way I can.
Happy New Year again,
With every best wish,
Beverley Pawson
Headteacher
Sand Hutton and Warthill Federated Schools