This week saw the culmination of a lot of planning and preparation with the whole school taking place
in many space related activities. Nursery and Reception did much space themed work in their
classes, and the other classes carouselled around the school working with all of our teachers. Mrs
Bartoli and Miss Scott taught Art, Miss Richardson taught PE, Miss Lauder Computing, Miss
Blackburn Maths, Dr Greenwell and Miss Bean Science and all of the subjects had a space theme.
There is always an amazing atmosphere in school but the buzz in the classrooms over the last two
days has been on another level! Thank you to all the staff for making these activities so memorable –
the quotes from the children make all the effort worthwhile.
On Thursday evening, the Year 3 and 4 children had an extra treat as they camped in pop up tents in
the school hall. They were visited by the Durham Astronomical Society who showed them how to use
our new telescope effectively, as well as pointing out many stars in the night sky. We were lucky
enough to see a satellite and the International Space Station pass by. After that, they did some more
space themed activities and snuggled down in their tents for the night.
On Friday morning, the whole school carried on with more space themed work and presented some of
their learning to the parents of Year 3 and 4 children. The children were so well behaved and despite
about a twenty trips from each one to the toilet they did so well! They were a real credit to the school and their families and I know for some children it was their first experience of staying away from families.
Thank you very much to Dr Greenwell for organising this –it took a lot of time and effort and for also
stopping over with the children. Thank you also to Miss Scott, Mrs Daniels, Mrs Dupuy and Miss
Smith (trainee teacher) who also stayed with me and the children and also to Mrs Bartoli, Mrs Bowron
and Mrs Miller who helped out before bedtime.
School OPEN today. 01.02.19
School open as normal today. Take care on your journey in.
Year 6 Residential
Miss Richardson has been busy searching for suitable venues for a residential visit for our Year 6s
after SATs. We like to try different options each year and this year she has chosen Ford Castle in
Northumberland. To give you more information, we would like to invite Year 6 parents and children to
an information session at 5.30pm on Tuesday February 5th. We hope that you are able to join us.
Fire Fighters Charity
School are collecting clothing (without school logos) to support FOMS and the Fire Fighters Charity.
If you have any unwanted adults or children’s clothing such as coats, trousers, paired shoes, bags or belts etc please bring your clothing in any bag to school for collection on Thursday 28th February.
Thank you.
Space Camp Presentation
On Tuesday 15th January, Dr Greenwell shared the details of the upcoming Space Camp, including information about the sleepover for years 3 and 4. The powerpoint that was used can be downloaded here.SpaceCamp_Parents_Presentation website
FOMS Meeting
Friends of Montalbo School are meeting on Tuesday 22nd January at 5pm in school. One of the
things we will be discussing and arranging is the Valentine’s Disco. If you would like to join us we
would love a few more members!
Cleaner Vacancy
Due to our school extension, we are looking to employ a cleaner for 10 hours per week (2 hours per day). Further information is attached.
Pre-Employment Health Declaration DCC Application form Cleaner Person specification Cleaner Job Description Cleaner Advert Application Form Guidance Notes (March 2015)
After School Clubs
I know that the children enjoy looking at the new club lists and making their choices. Each half term we try to blend popular traditional clubs with some new ones and I am pleased that we have managed to arrange taekwondo, design and technology and engineering this half term. Some of the clubs require more careful supervision and are limited in number so make your choices as early as possible!
Space Camp
A reminder that the parents/carers of children in Year 3 and Year 4 are invited to a meeting in school on Tuesday 15th January at 5.30pm to find out more about the upcoming Space Camp.
Spring Term Starts Tuesday 8th January 2019
A reminder that Spring term starts today, Tuesday 8th January. We look forward to seeing you all today.
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