BRINSCALL ST JOHN’S C/E METHODIST PRIMARY SCHOOL
Web Site:- www.brinscall.lancs.sch.uk Telephone:- 01254 830700 Email:head@brinscall.lancs.sch.uk
25 November 2015
Headteacher’s Award
Reception
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Year 5
Year 6
Poppy Proudfoot & Jack Wilde
Lucy Holding & Lily Campbell
Katie Colling & Tom Rankine
Ella Chaplin & Alexander Pollard
Isla Crompton & Adam Gammage
Hugo Mellodey-Hayes & Alice Colling
Anna Rankine & Max Greenhalgh
HOUSEPOINT WINNERS – JAGUARS
All welcome to Year 5’s worship at 2.45 pm (prompt start) on Friday 27 November in the school hall (Mr
Lewis’s class)
Hello everyone
Thank you to everyone who purchased books and resources from the book fair. It has, once again, been a
huge event and thank you to Mrs Gow and all the staff and children volunteers who helped to make it such
a success.
Many of you may have already heard that Mr Latimer wasn’t in school yesterday as he had a car accident
on his way home on Monday evening and bumped his head. We are still waiting to hear more and we all
wish him a speedy recovery.
In Reception class this week there has been lots of work on the Gruffalo. The children have also been to
Brinscall Woods to build dens with their Year 6 buddies – lots of muddy, smiling children (and adults)
returned. The sounds of Christmas are starting to appear, as rehearsals for the Nativity play are underway
in school. In Year 1 they have been looking at money and finding out about Indian folk stories as well as
producing some lovely paintings about God the creator. In year 2 they are starting to learn their words for
the Nativity called ‘Angel Express’, while keeping going with all their other activities too. Year 3 are reading
Fantastic Mr Fox and have written some super stories, while in Year 4 they have started descriptions about
Snoozatron machines linked to Wallace and Grommit – as well as fitting in a visit from the Global
Renewables team. Problem solving is on the agenda in Year 5, which has included a ‘messy breakfast’! In
Year 6 the children made Mock Crab as part of their history (some faces were a picture!) and have
received their Pals certificates and Bikeability badges. Well done to everyone for a busy week of activities.
The PTFA meeting is at the Golden Lion tonight from 7pm. Mrs Lormor and I will be attending and hope to
see you there, if you can.
Thank you for your continued support.
Kind regards
Linda Clayton
NON-UNIFORM DAY – THIS FRIDAY 27 NOVEMBER - please send chocolate for our
Chocolate Bingo Night (these will be the prizes and in the tombola). Fair trade shop is on as usual on
Friday.
CHOCOLATE BINGO – THURSDAY 3 DECEMBER – 6.30 PM
£1.00 per book of bingo tickets
– lots of prizes
Chocolate Tombola
Refreshments
All our children and parents/grandparents/carers welcome to this popular event!
WINTER ARTS AND CRAFTS FOR KEY STAGE 1 – WEDNESDAY 2 DECEMBER 1 PM – 3.10 PM
A free taster for parents, carers & grandparents of children in Reception, Y1 and Y2 in our ICT suite.
During this free taster session you and your child will explore a range of seasonal arts and craft activities
together. You will spend fun, quality time with your child and learn how to be creative as a family!
If you would like to book a place on this session, please return the slip at the bottom of the newsletter to the
school office or email/text/telephone Mrs Lormor by Friday 27 November. We need a minimum of 8
families to take part. The course is being presented by Lancashire Adult Learning. www.lancashire.gov.uk
CHRISTMAS AT BRINSCALL ST JOHN’S
Our Christmas post box will be in the entrance foyer from Tuesday 1 December.
Children may post their cards to their friends and teachers in the morning and our Year 6
Christmas elves will sort and deliver them each lunch time! Please don’t forget to put the
person’s full name and class on the front of the envelope so that we know who to deliver
them to!
PENSIONERS’ CHRISTMAS LUNCH – MONDAY 7 DECEMBER AT 1.30 PM
We have a few places left on our pensioners’ Christmas lunch. The cost is £3.00 each – if you would like
to invite your “pensioners” please let Mrs Lormor know by Friday 4 December. Please inform us of any
allergies/dietary requirements also.
PTFA PANTOMIME – SLEEPING BEAUTY - SATURDAY 12 DECEMBER 12 NOON
We only have a small number of tickets left for our pantomime trip to the Charter Theatre, Preston. Tickets
cost £10 each (adult and child) and this includes the coach fare and a goody bag for the children. Please
let Mrs Lormor know as soon as possible if you require any tickets. Cheques should be made to Brinscall
St John’s PTFA.
WHOLE SCHOOL CHRISTMAS LUNCH – THURSDAY 17 DECEMBER
The whole school is invited to join our Christmas lunch. If your junior child doesn’t normally
stay for a lunch on a Thursday and would like to be included, please let us know and send
£2.30 to school by Friday 4 December. Infant children will be counted as usual as they are
all entitled to a free school dinner each day. Cheques to LCC. Please wear your
Christmas jumpers/hats on that day!
INFANT NATIVITY PLAY –ANGEL EXPRESS
TUESDAY 8 DECEMBER AT 6.15 PM
WEDNESDAY 9 DECEMBER AT 2 PM
THURSDAY 10 DECEMBER AT 6.15 PM
TICKETS ARE FREE OF CHARGE!
Donations to charity on the night!
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Junior children will see the dress rehearsal on Friday 4 December at 9.30 am
If you bring your junior/pre-school children to the performances, they must have their own ticket to sit
on a chair!
You may request up to 2 tickets for the afternoon performance and:You may request up to 2 tickets for one evening performance only (or one for each night)
We will notify parents if more are available once every family has had their initial allocation
Please fill in the order form to reserve your tickets or reply to this email
(Tickets will be issued after 1 December)
CHRISTMAS HAMPERS – at each of the infant performances, we will be holding a raffle to win a
Christmas hamper. The staff are very kindly donating these but if any parents would like to add to them,
that would be great! Just send any Christmassy goodies into Mrs Lormor. Thank you!
CAROL SERVICE AT HILLSIDE
The whole school will walk down to church for 9.30 am on Friday 18 December.
Our Reception children will be dressing up and taking part in a Christmas
Tableaux and our Year 6 children will be reading and narrating. Ensemble will
play their Christmas music! Parents/grandparents are welcome to join us in the
upstairs pews. Space is limited. If you are able to walk up and down with classes,
please let us know!
CHRISTMAS PARTIES
Monday 7 December
Tuesday 15 December
Wednesday 16 December
9 – 11 am
Afternoon
9.15 am
Tiger Tots (parent/toddler group)
Infants’ Party (Father Christmas will visit)
Brinscall’s Got Talent (details in class soon)
DERIAN HOUSE – CHRISTMAS BEANIES FOR SALE - £1.00 EACH
As usual, we will be supporting Derian House at Christmas. Beanies will be on sale from Tuesday 1
December for £1.00 each. Year 6 children will sell them at break.
DRIVING/PARKING – POLITE NOTICE
A member of the public has raised concerns about a couple of our parents using mobile phones whilst
driving and also turning round in the road without considering other road users. Please could we ask that
you take extra care around school especially as the dark nights are drawing in and the weather is
worsening. Thank you.
PINK CAKE CONTAINER
We still have a few cake containers in the staff room after the cake sale, including a pink cup cake box.
Just ask Mrs Lormor is you think they are yours.
AFTER SCHOOL CLUB/BREAKFAST CLUB FEES
Siquia has requested that all fees for this term (up to Christmas) should be paid by Friday as they are now
overdue. Many thanks.
VIOLIN LESSONS
Unfortunately Joy has been unwell for the last two weeks and violin lessons have not been on. Please do
not worry, you will not be charged for these missed lessons, you will be credited next term.
ART CLUB – THURSDAYS
Unfortunately, as Mr Latimer is not in school, Art Club will not be running until further notice.
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR SUCCESS
We have raised lots of money for books for school. We will let you know next week how much! All extra
orders should have arrived today or by the end of the week at the latest. If you still owe any money for
books, please send it into school by Friday. A big thank you to Mrs Gow who organised the fair and to
everyone who helped in any way to make it such a success.
METHODIST ART EXHIBITION – WEDNESDAY AND THURSDAY NEXT WEEK
Leyland Methodist Church, Turpin Green Lane, Leyland PR25 3HA 3.30 pm – 7 pm
All welcome to view the art work from a number of schools in our area. If your child’s art work is on display,
we will notify you on Friday 27 November by text.
YEAR 3 / 4 SPORTS HALL ATHLETICS – TOMORROW – HOLY CROSS – 4 – 6 PM
Good luck to our team competing tomorrow. Yes please, to anyone who has offered to help with transport.
Please come into school at home time so that we can allocate children for lifts.
YEAR 5/6 SPORTS HALL ATHLETICS – FRIDAY 4 DECEMBER – ST MICHAEL’S
4 – 6 PM
Please return slips by Friday 27 November to express an interest in taking part.
BRINSCALL ST JOHN’S – WELFARE ASSISTANT REQUIRED FROM JANUARY 2016
2 hours per week (Tuesday and Friday) 12 – 1 pm
£7.85 per hour
Further information and application form from Mrs Clayton or Mrs Lormor
Closing date – 12 noon – Wednesday 9 December 2015
NOT SO SILENT NIGHT CAROLS
Monday 7 December 7 – 8 pm
PNE Deepdale Stadium PR1 6RU
Free entry. Donations on the night to local charities and Tearfund
All welcome!
DATES AND REMINDERS
Tonight
Thursday 26 November
Monday 30 November
Tuesday 1 December
Wednesday 2 December
Thursday 3 December
Friday 4 December
7 pm
8 am
4-6 pm
am
pm
6 pm
7 pm
3.30- 7 pm
3.30 – 7 pm
6.30 pm
9.30 am
4-6 pm
PTFA meeting at The Golden Lion
Governors’ Buildings Committee meeting
Year 3 / 4 Sports Hall Athletics at Holy Cross
Keyboard exams
Victorian Day for Year 2 and Year 5
Year 5 to Astley Hall, Chorley
Full Governor Training
Full Governing Body meeting
Methodist Art Exhibition
Methodist Art Exhibition
PTFA Bingo
Infant Dress Rehearsal
Year5/6 Sports Hall Athletics at St Michael’s
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WILDLIFE WATCH
This Sunday (29th) Brockholes Wildlife WATCH group will be doing some dead-hedging from 2 - 4pm. This
creates a great habitat for wildlife. Please come and join us if you're free. It's just £2 per child and you get free
hot chocolate! WATCH is the junior branch of the Wildlife Trust.
The activities are aimed at 8 - 14 year olds but it's fine for younger children to attend as long as they're
accompanied.
We do a different activity each month. For more info see: http://www.brockholes.org/watch-group
To book a place text your details to Liz on 07910 476724 or email brockholeswatch@lancswt.org.uk
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Child’s name………………………........................…….……………………..Year……….……….(Infants only)
*I would like
ticket(s) (max 2) for the evening performance on Tuesday 8 December at 6.15 pm
*I would like
ticket(s) (max 2) for the afternoon performance on Wednesday 9 December at 2 pm
*I would like
ticket(s) (max 2) for the evening performance on Thursday 10 December at 6.15 pm
Don’t forget – only 2 afternoon tickets & 2 evening tickets in total allowed at this stage!
*please complete and delete as appropriate
If there are any more tickets available I would like:-
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------WINTER AND ARTS AND CRAFTS – WEDNESDAY 2 DECEMBER 1 – 3.10 PM
I would like to attend this free taster session with my child…………………………………………in Year…….
Signed…………………………………………….parent/carer/grandparent
Telephone………………………..