We live, love and learn as Children of God
St Anne’s Catholic Primary School
Washington Road, Caversham, Reading, RG4 5AA
Telephone: 0118 9375537
admin@st-annes.reading.sch.uk
www.st-annes.reading.sch.uk
Executive Head Teacher: Mrs. M. Buller
Assistant Heads: Mrs. K. Rex and Mrs. S. Bernto
Fortnightly News
And God held in his hand a small globe devoid of light,
The Son looked upon this land – a dark and terrifying sight.
‘Let me go to them Father,’ he asked with a plea
‘They will be filled with light – I will set them free.’
Ashes to ashes, dust to dust
The mark we bear to show our trust.
On Ash Wednesday, our Lenten journey begins
As we face our mortality, our thoughtlessness, our sins.
We remember the broken promises, the moments of weakness
We remember Jesus’s compassion, his selflessness, his meekness.
As the class altars are donned with purple cloths and our Lenten journeys begin, the children
have been reflecting upon this very special time in the church’s year – a time when we
prepare for the Resurrection of Jesus. Assemblies have been focused on reflection, selfexamination, abstinence and changing with the aim of becoming more Christ-like. It was
lovely to see so many parents and carers at Mass on Tuesday and we look forward to
welcoming you to events throughout the Term.
Berkshire Maestros
Today (Friday 27th February), Years 2 – 5 were given an Assembly from Berkshire Maestros
and enjoyed listening to the Violin and Cello. If your child would be interested learning to play
either of these instruments, please contact www.berkshiremaestros.org.uk
Messages
If, for any reason, you require a message to be delivered to your child, could you please
contact the school office before 1.00pm. This will ensure that classes and teachers are not
interrupted during their afternoon lessons.
Calling in Sick
If your child is ill or cannot come into school, please call the school office, before 9.30am, to
let us know, so the reason for your child’s absence can be recorded. Tel: 0118 9375537 or
email admin@st-annes.reading.sch.uk
PARKING AND TRAFFIC CONCERNS
The following cars have been reported to the
school for driving/parking unsafely and
impeding the day to day life of local residents.
Blue VW Golf - YF05 EFK
Silver BMW – CJJ8 PBZ
Black Nissan – SG07 XDW
Key Dates:
Tuesday 3rd March – Infants Mass – 9.15am
Thursday 5th March – Mother’s Day Surprise Room
Thursday 5th March – World Book Day – Dress up as a book character
Tuesday 10th March – Years 3 and 5 Mass – 9.15am
Tuesday 10th March – Parents Evening 3.30 – 6.30
Thursday 12th March – Parents Evening 5.30 – 8.00
Friday 13th March – PSA Family Bingo Evening
Tuesday 17th March – Years 4 and 6 Mass – 9.15am
Friday 17th March – Primary Schools Music Festival at Hexagon (evening)
Thursday 19th March – Year 4 Charity Concert at Hexagon (evening)
Thursday 26th March – Van Cols Class Photos
Friday 27th March – PSA Chocolate Tombola (after school)
Sunday 29th March – Palm Sunday
First Confessions for Children preparing for First Holy Communion
Maundy Thursday 2nd April – Year 3 Easter Play to School and Parents (Time TBC)
Half Term – Friday 3rd April – Friday 17th April
Monday 20th April – Children return to school
Monday 4th May – Bank Holiday
Monday 11th May – KS2 SATs begin
Tuesday 12th May – ECO Kids collection
Friday 15th May – PSA School Disco
Thursday 21st May – Year 6 Confirmations – 7pm
Half Term – Monday 25th May – Friday 29th May
Monday 1st June – Children return to school
Lenten Prayer
Lord Jesus,
May this be the fast we choose:
To hold in our hearts the women and children who walk miles for water;
Never to take for granted the food that we eat, however plain it may be;
To complain less and to think more of others;
To share our bread in gratitude
And, as we count our blessings,
Inspire our giving, our acting and our praying
That, just a little, they may help to loosen the bonds of injustice, let the
oppressed go free and satisfy the needs of the afflicted.
So may all who fast, share in the feast of life.