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2024/2023

Date Sent               Relevant Year / Group                 Subject Matter                
7 Nov 2024 Year 5 Planetarium Activity
7 Nov 2024 Whole School Lateness Letter
5 Nov 2024 Whole School Termly Learning Conference 
5 Nov 2024 Years R-6 Flu Immunisation
22 Oct 2024 Whole School FONS Winter Artwork
22 Oct 2024 Whole School FONS Non Uniform Day
18 Oct 2024 Reception Week 5 Phonics
11 Oct 2024 Reception Week 4 Phonics
4 Oct 2024 Reception Week 3 Phonics
27 Sep 2024 Year 6 PGL Final Reminders
26 Sep 2024 Reception Week 2 Phonics
20 Sep 2024 Reception Week 1 Phonics
20 Sep 2024 Year 6 Bikeability
19 Sep 2024 Year 2 Hedingham Castle
17 Sep 2024 Whole School Harvest Festival, Foodbank List
16 Sep 2024 Year 5 Greek Day
13 Sep 2024 Year 6  Meet the Teacher and PGL
13 Sep 2024 Year 5 Meet the Teacher
12 Sep 2024 Year 3 Meet the Teacher
11 Sep 2024 Year 1  Meet the Teacher
11 Sep 2024 Year 4 Meet the Teacher
10 Sep 2024 Year 2 Meet the Teacher
6 Sep 2024 Year 4 Colchester Zoo
4 Sep 2024 Year 6  Arrangements Letter
4 Sep 2024 FS and Year 1 Phonics Workshop
3 Sep 2024 Whole School Photo Subscription
3 Sep 2024 Whole School Welcome Back

2023/2024

Date Sent               Relevant Year / Group                 Subject Matter                
22 Jul 2024 Whole School In The Spotlight Summer 2024
17 Jul 2024 Whole School Changes to  Fines Term Time Holiday
5 Jul 2024 Whole School September Classes
4 Jul 2024 Year 6 Year 6 Puberty Letter
3 Jul 2024 Year 5 Year 5 Puberty Letter
13 Jun 2024 Whole School Charity Day 28th June
11 Jun 2024 Year 5 Junior Music Festival Details
7 Jun 2024 Year 6 Production Letter
6 Jun 2024 Whole School Springers Holiday Flyer
5 Jun 2024 Year 6  Forest School
4 Jun 2024 Whole School  Protect our Planet - Tickets
4 Jun 2024 KS2 Girls New After School Football Club
3 Jun 2024 Year 1 Parent Phonics Meeting
24 May 2024 Year 5 School Trip - Jimmy's Farm
17 May 2024 Elm Bay Letter to Parents of Elm Bay
15 May 2024 Whole School Non Uniform Day 23rd May 2024
15 May 2024 Year 5 World Environment Day and Junior Music Festival Tickets
1 May 2024 Lime Bay Lime Bay Class Teacher
30 Apr 2024 Year 5 & Year 6  CVHS Summer Camp
30 Apr 2024 Year 5 Junior Music Festival
26 Apr 2024 Year 1 Year 1 Class Teacher
26 Apr 2024 Year 1 Phonics Screening Meeting
23 Apr 2024 Foundation Stage School Trip - Call of the Wild
26 Mar 2024 Year 5 Arrangements Letter
25 Mar 2024 Year 3 & Year 4 Attain Arts Festival
12 Mar 2024 Whole School MyHappyMind
28 Feb 2024 Year 3  & Year 4 Production Ticket Letter
1 Mar 2024 Whole School Termly Learning Conferences
27 Feb 2024 Whole School World Book Day Competition
16 Feb 2024 Whole School Tersha Visit, Leaflet 1, Leaflet 2
16 Feb 2024 EYFS - Year 6 Reading Cafes
16 Feb 2024 Whole School Author Visit
9 Feb 2024 Year 3 Performance Costume Letter
9 Feb 2024 Whole School World Book Day 2024
8 Feb 2024 Foundation Stage Week 4 and Week 5 Homework
26 Jan 2024 Foundation Stage Week 3 Homework
24 Jan 2024 Year 6 WhatsApp Flyer and Email
24 Jan2024 Year 5  KEGS Prospective Tours
24 Jan 2024 Foundation Stage Grapheme Mat
1 Dec 2023 KS1 Nativity Ticket Letter
22 Nov 2023 Whole School Ofsted Report and Letter 
20 Nov 2023 Whole School TLC Feedback
20 Nov 2023 Year 1 Costume Letter
17 Nov 2023 Foundation Stage Autumn 2 Week 3
13 Nov 2023 Foundation Stage Autumn 2 Week 2
13 Nov 2023 Whole School TLCs Information Letter
6 Nov 2023 Year 5 Planetarium Activity
3 Nov 2023 FS - Willow Bay Class Teacher Change
3 Nov 2023 Year 4 - Birch Bay Class Teacher Change
2 Nov 2023 Whole School FONS - Bag2School
2 Nov 2023 Whole School FONS - Christmas Hamper Donations
2 Nov 2023 Whole School  Termly Learning Conference (TLCs) and Information Leaflet
31 Oct 2023 Year 3 Message from Class Teachers
31 Oct 2023 Year 6 Bikeability
19 Oct 2023 Whole School FONS Winter Artwork and Non Uniform Day
17 Oct 2023 Foundations and KS1 Phonics Resources - Attachment one, two. three and four.
17 Oct 2023 Foundation Stage FS Pronounciation Guide Autumn
17 Oct 2023 Foundation Stage

Reception Newsletter 16.10.23

13 Oct 2023 Foundation Stage Homework Week 4 and Week 5
10 Oct 2023 Whole School Ofsted Letter to Parents, Parent Guide
9 Oct 2023 Foundation Stage Reception Newsletter
9 Oct 2023 Choir Royal Albert Hall
6 Oct 2023 Foundation Stage Week 3 Homework
6 Oct 2023 Year 5  Residential Trip Details
29 Sep 2023 Year 6  Arrangements Next Week
29 Sep 2023 Whole School Attendance Matters
28 Sep 2023 Foundation Stage Height, Weight and Vision Check
28 Sep 2023 Foundation Stage Week 2
26 Sep 2023 Year 5  Ancient Greek Day
22 Sep 2023 Willow Bay Letter to Willow Bay Parents
22 Sep 2023 Foundation Stage Week 1
22 Sep  2023 Whole School Police Incident
22 Sep 2023 Whole School Harvest Festival 2023
19 Sep 2023 Whole School Flu Vaccination Consent Form
14 Sep 2023 Year 6 Meet the Teacher Autumn 2023, PGL Information
14 Sep 2023 Year 4 School Trip - Colchester Zoo
14 Sep 2023 Year 5 Meet the Teacher Autumn 2023
13 Sep 2023 Year 4 Meet the Teacher Autumn 2023
13 Sep 2023 Year 3 Meet the Teacher Autumn 2023
12 Sep 2023 Year 2 School Trip - Hedingham Castle
12 Sep 2023 Year 2 Meet the Teacher Autumn 2023
12 Sep  2023 Year 1 Meet the Teacher Autumn 2023
8 Sep 2023 Whole School  Attain Letter to Parents and Home School Agreement
8 Sep 2023 Whole School Letter to Parents 08.09.23
     

 

2022/2023

Date Sent Relevant Year / Group Subject Matter
21 July 2023 Whole School Data Summary 23 - 24
21 July 2023 Whole School CEO Message to Parents
21 July 2023 Whole School In The Spotlight - Summer 23 Edition
6 July 2023 Year 6 Puberty and Sex Education Letter
29 June 2023 Whole School Industrial Action
27 June 2023 Year 5 Puberty Talk
26 June 2023 Year 3 Classes Next Year
19 June 2023 Whole School September Changes
16 June 2023 Year 3 Viking Day
16 June 2023 Year 6 Crucial Crew
12 June 2023 Whole School FONS Hamper and Fruit Donations 
6 June 2023 Foundation Stage and KS1 Sports Week
6 June 2023 Whole School FONS Summer Fayre Token Letter
6 June 2023 Whole School FONS Summer Fayre Raffle Letter
23 May 2023 Whole School New Payment App - User Guide
23 May 2023 Selected Year 4 and Year 5 Quad Kids
23 May 2023 Year 2 Mini Games Row
23 May 2023 Year 2 Stave House Level 2 Exam
22 May 2023 Choir Junior Music Festival Tickets
22 May 2023 Year 2 School Trip - Naze Discovery Centre
19 May 2023 Year 1 Barleylands Details
9 May 2023 Whole School Parent Survey
4 May 2023 Year 4 Fajitas
3 May 2023 Choir  Upcoming Concerts
2 May 2023 Year 1 School Trip - Barleylands
2 May 2023 KS2 KS2 Sports Week
2 May 2023 Selected Year 6 Kwik Cricket
26 April 2023 Whole School FONS Bag2School
25 April 2023 Whole School Letter to Parents - Industrial Action
19 April 2023 Year 6 School Trip Epping Forest
19 April 2023 Year 5 School Trip - Jimmy's Farm
18 April 2023 Years 2 - 6 Glee Club Summer Term
18 April 2023 Year 1 Stave House Music Award
10 November 2022 Whole School Dean's Break the rules Day (fundraiser for Children in Need)
8 November 2022 Whole School FONS Bag2School
8 November 2022 Year 6 Height and Weight Checks Letter 
7 November 2022 Whole School FONS Hamper Donations
7 November 2022 Whole School TLCs Autumn 2022 Letter and Information flyer for parents
21 October 2022 Whole School FONS Pumpkin Decorating Competition; See the Light (Messy Play, St Andrew's Church)
21 October 2022 Whole School FONS Non-Uniform Day (4 November 2022)
21 October 2022 Whole School Reading Spine: Letter and Reading Soine 22-23
21 October 2022 FS and Year 1 Phonics Workshop for parents (21 October 2022)
6 September 2022 Years 2 - 6 Glee Club
6 September 2022 Whole School Faith Letter
6 September 2022 Year 6 Open Event The Boswells
6 September 2022 Year 2 Hedingham Castle
6 September 2022 Year 6 Secondary Schools Open Days
6 September 2022 Year 6 Chelmer Valley High School Open Day
6 September 2022 Year 4 Colchester Zoo School Trip

2021/2022

Date Sent Relevant Year / Group Subject Matter
21 July 2022 Whole School Before and After Shool Clubs
20 July 2022 Whole School Letter to Parents from CEO
18 July 2022 Whole School Online Safety Briefing
15 July 2022 Whole School Data Summary 2021/22
15 July 2022 Whole School Essex SEND Summer activities; 2022 Artistic Swimming Display poster; Summer Holiday workshops
12 July 2022 Year 2 Year 3 trip to Buckingham Palace
11 July 2022 Whole School New Classes 2022-2023
11 July 2022 Whole School FONS - Thank you Fayre 2022
11 July 2022 Whole School Individual Reports
11 July 2022 Year 4 (Beech Bay) Message from Miss Carpenter
8 July 2022 Year 6 Sex Education Letter
1 July 2022 Years 1 to 6 Reading Letter
4 July 2022 Whole School FONS Summer Disco
4 July 2022 Whole School Music in school tuition
24 June 2022 Year 5 DT Project
24 June 2022 Year 5 Victorian Day
24 June 2022 Whole School Trustee Vacancies Letter to Parents
23 June 2022 Whole School School Council Bake Sale Poster
23 June 2022 KS1 (Foundation Stage to Year 2) Parent Letter Skipping Workshop
20 June 2022 Year 6 FONS Year 6 BBQ request 2022
17 June 2022 Whole School Summer Fayre Tokens Letter
16 June 2022 Year 5 Puperty Letter
16 June 2022 Year 5 Open Evening ColchesterRoyal Grammer School
15 June 2022 Whole School FONS Summer Fayre Hamper letter
15 June 2022 Whole School FONS Summer Fayre Raffle Letter
13 June 2022 Whole School Springers Holiday Flyer
25 May 2022 Whole School FONS Non-Uniform Day
25 May 2022 Foundation Stage Multi-Skills Club
23 May 2022 Whole School Springers Summer Holiday Club
23 May 2022 Year 5 & 6 CCFC After-School Football Club (Tuesdays)
23 May 2022 Years 2, 3 & 4 CCFC After-school Football Club (Fridays)
19 May 2022 Year 5 Jimmy's Farm
19 May 2022 Year 4 Superstars
18 May 2022 Whole School Letter to Parents (Parents survey feedback)
17 May 2022 Whole School Jubilee Letter
17 May 2022 Year 5 KEGS tour Summer 2022
13 May 2022 Year 1 Kimmy's Petting Zoo Letter
12 May 2022 Wole School CCFC Whitsun Football Courses Leaflet and ECC Written Letter to Parents
11 May 2022 Year 3 Abberton Reservoir Trip
10 May 2022 Year 4 Times Table Letter
10 May 2022 Choir Choir Fest 2022
10 May 2022 Foundation Stage Homework
9 May 2022 Year 6 Crucial Crew Letter
5 May 2022 Year 1 Writtle Minor Taster Session
4 May 2022 whole School FONS Preloved Uniform Sale
3 May 2022 Whole School Parent Survey
3 May 2022 Years 3 to 6 KS2 Sports Day
29 April 2022 Year 6 SATS Letter to Parents
28 April 2022 Whole School Love your Library Day; Essex Book Festival; Messy Church; Girls Football
21 April2022 Foundation Stage Apple Bay School Trip
20 April 2022 Foundation Stage FS- Local Church Visit
1 April 2022 Years 2 to 6 Glee Club
30 March 2022 Whole School FONS Newsletter
29 March 2022 Year 2 Stave House Violin Exams (Level 2)
29 March 2022 Whole School FONS Bag2School Letter
24 March 2022 Year 4 Ancient Egyptian Day (change of date)
24 March 2022 Year 3 (Holly Bay) Letter to Parents
23 March 2022 Years 2 to 4 CCFC Afterschool Football Club
23 March 2022 Years 5 & 6 CCFC Afterschool Football Club
22 March 2022 Year 5 Muffins
21 March 2022 Whole School FONS Decorated Easter Egg Competition
17 March 2022 Years 1-6 Summer Term Sports Clubs  Cover Email and Poster
7 March 2022 Foundation Stage and Year 4 Swimming Letters for Oak, Willow and Beech
3 March 2022 Whole School Essex Primary SCITT Recruitment Flyer
1 March 2022 Whole School TLCs Spring 2022
24 February  2022 whole School Letter to Parent Letter - update from Clare Kershaw 
22 February 2022 Whole School World Book Day
21 February 2022 Year 2 Great Fire of London Day
8 February 2022 Year 6 Leavers Yearbook Consent Letter
8 February 2022 Years 2, 3, & 4 Friday Afterschool Football Club
8 February 2022 Year 5 & 6 Tuesday Afterschool Football Club
7 February 2022 Year 6 KEG Tours
4 February 2022 Year 5 School Trip: Jimmy's Farm
4 February 2022 Whole School Road Safety
27 January 2022 Whole School FONS School Lottery: How it works; Launching a Lottery
26 January 2022 Foundation Stage Reading at Home Letter 
17 January 2022` Whole School FONS Newsletter
10 January 2022 Year 4 (Chestnut) All about me: Miss Edwards; Mrs Cross
4 January 2022 Whole School Letter to parents - Young Carers
14 December 2021 Whole School Parent Letter from Claire Kershaw
14 December 2021 Years 2 to 6 Glee Club Letter
8 December 2021 Year 5 & 6 Tuesday After School Football Club
8 December 2021 Years 2, 3 & 4 Friday Football Club
8 December 2021 Year 4 Times Table Letter
8 December 2021 Year 3 Times Table Letter
7 December 2021 Whole School Letter to Primary Parents & Carers
3 December 2021 Whole School Parent Governor Vacancy, Parent Governor Nomination Form, Annex A Qualification and Disqualification
3 December 2021 Whole School Letter re Reading Guide and Reading Guide
2 December 2021 Years 3 & 4 Cheerleading Club
1 December 2021 Year 3 & 4 Dodgeball Club
1 December 2021 Year 3 & 4 Gymnastics Club
1 December 2021 Year 3 & 4 Dodgeball Club
1 December 2021 Year 5 & 6 Basketball Club
1 December 2021 Year 5 & 6 Dodgeball Club
30 November 2021 Year 5 & 6 Gymnastics Club
30 November 2021 Year 5 & 6 Cheerleading Club
26 November 2021 Year 6 Bikeability Interest Form
24 November 2021 Year 1, Year 3 Spring Term Swimming: Ash; Lime; Holly; Pine
22 November 2021 Whole School Flue Vaccine: Electronic consent invitation Letter
22 November 2021 Whole School FONS Christmas Raffle
15 November 2021 Whole School FONS Christmas Hamper Donations and FONS Bag2School
5 November 2021 Whole school Termly  Learning Conference Letter: 17th and 18th November 2021
5 November 2021 EYFS and KS1 Reading Letter to EYFS and KS1 Parents
5 November 2021 Club Participants (Choir) Royal Albert Hall - Final Trip Letter
5 November 2021 Whole School PE Days - Correction Letter
4 November 2021 Year 3 Year 3 Design and Technology
2 November 2021 Year 5 and 6 High 5 Training
2 November 2021 Nursery (Apple Bay) Parent Letter wkb 1 November 2021
1 November 2021 Whole School FONS Non-Uniform Day
1 November 2021 Whole School Covid: Update to Parents and Primary Testing Parent Letter
1 November 2021 Years 3 to 5 Swan Lake - School Trip Letter
21 October 2021 Years 5 and 6 Football Club Letter
21 October 2021 Years 2, 3 and 4 Football Club Letter
21 October 2021 Whole school FONS Christmas Fundraiser Letter
20 October 2021 Apple Bay Message to parents Week Beginning 18 Ocotber 2021
20 October 2021 Year 5 PGL Trip:  Year 6 Residential to Bawdsey Manor Initial letter
20 October 2021 Whole School FONS Bag2School
20 October 2021 Selected pupils Boccia and Kurling Tournament 
20 Ocotber 2021 Years 3 to 6 After School Clubs: Dance  and Netball clubs
18 October 2021 Foundation Stage Plant Pots: Good afternoon, Please can the children in Willow and Oak bay bring a 10-15cm plastic plant pot into school this week. Thank you very much Mrs Perry and Mrs Randall
18 October 2021 whole School FONS Non-Uniform Day 5.11.2021
15 October 2021 Year 5 Stem Planetatium
14 October 2021 Whole School
14 October 2021 Whole School FONS PTA Calendar of Events
14 October 2021 Year 6 Height and Weight Check
14 October 2021 Foundation Stage Height, Weigth and Vision Check
11 October 2021 Year 4 (Selected Pupils) Archery Tournament
11 October 2021 Year 5 Reminder: Ancient Greek Day  Dear parents and carers, Please be reminded that today is the deadline for payment for the above activity if you have not already done so.  I have attached the initial letter for reference. If you have any questions about this, please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk. Many thanks, 
Mrs Giles
7 October 2021 Whole School FONS Halloween Disco
4 October 2021` Year 2 Stave House level 1 Music Award
1 October 2021 Year 5 Ancient Greek Day
30 September 2021 Year 6 Residential Trip: PGL Trip
29 September 2021 Year 3

Dear parents and carers, Please can your child bring in their Big Cat book and reading record on the day that they have been given.  The day has been stuck on the front of their reading record.  The books they are given should be read in one week. Many thanks The year 3 team,

29 September 2021 Year 3 Tag Rugby Tournament
29 September 2021 Year 6 Tag Rugby Tournament
27 September 2021 Whole School Harest Festival
27 September 2021 Foundation Stage (Oak Bay) Message for Oak Bay
27 September 2021 Year 6 Sandon school Virtual Open Evening
24 September 2021 Whole School Springers Half-Term Holiday Club
17 September 2021 Club Participants (Choir) Royal Albert Hall Initial Letter
17 Septemer 2021 Year 5
Homework: Good afternoon, Just a reminder that children will be set homework on Times Tables Rockstars and Spelling Shed each week in addition to work set on DB Primary. Many thanks Mrs Hydes and Mrs Clifton
16 September 2021 Year 6 Anglo European Open Day Event
16 September 2021 Year 6 Sandon School Open Evening
15 September 2021 Year 5/6 (Selected Particpants) Football Tournament
15 September 2021 Year 4 School Trip: Colchester Zoo
15 September 2021 Apple Bay Message from Apple Bay wkb 13 September
14 September 2021 Whole School Message from FONS
10 September 2021 Year 3 Trip to Ortu Gable Hall School
10 September 2021 Year 6 Bawdsey Manor Trip Information
10 September 2021 Years 1 to 6
Meet the Teacher Letter for
10 September 2021 Year 1 Food Tasting Letter
9 September 2021 Whole School
9 September 2021 Year 6 Year 6 Prefect Agreement with Parents
9 September 2021 Nursery Apple Bay Parents wkb 7 September 
2 September 2021 Whole School e-Safety Training Workshops, Essex Dance Theater Boys and Essex Family Forum Annual Neurodevelopment Survey
2 September 2021 Whole School CEO Letter to Parents
1 September 2021 Whole School Letter to Parents

2020/2021

Date Sent Relevant Year / Group Subject Matter
16 July 2021 Years 2 and 5 Autumn Term Swimming letters for Elm BayMaple Bay, Rowan Bay and Sycamore Bay
16 July 2021 Whole School Contact Tracing - Letter to parents
16 July 2021 Club members (Football) CANCELLED: Dear parents and carers, Unfortunately, the after school football club has been cancelled today.  Please collect your child at the usual time at the end of the day. Apologies for the inconvenience this may have caused. Kind regards Mrs Giles
15 July 2021 Whole School Mini Springers Vacancy
8 July 2021 Foundation Stage FS Leaflet: Dear Parents, You will be receiving your child’s annual report tomorrow by email. Please find attached some information to explain the assessment process. Kind regards Mrs Hawkes
8 July 2021 Years 1 to 6 Yrs 1 to 6 Leaflet: Dear Parents, You will be receiving your child’s annual report tomorrow by email. Please find attached some information to explain the assessment process. Kind regards Mrs Hawkes
8 July 2021 Whole School September Arrangements
8 July 2021 Year 5 D.T. Letter
7 July 2021 Foundation Stage Work for Willow Bay
7 July 2021 Year 4 Message from Mrs Carpenter
4 July 2021 Whole School Advice to Parents
22 June 2021 Year 6 Letter to parents
21 June 2021 Year6 Year 6 Costume Suggestion
18 June 2021 Year 5 Puberty Talk
18 June 2021 Year 5 Victorian Day
18 June 2021 Nursery (Apple Bay) Message from Miss Holme: Hello Apple bay family,  Due to the latest government announcement the school trip and open day won't be happening this term.  But we have 4 weeks left of fun, excitement, and learning adventures.  Thank you for your understanding.  Jessica Holme
1614 June 2021 Whole School Springers Holiday Club: Week 1 and Weeks 2 and 3
11 June 2021 Nursery (Apple Bay) Note for Apple Bay Parents
11 June 2021 Nursery (Apple Bay) Natural foundation School Trip
10  June 2021 Year 5 KEGS Presentatio for Year 5 parents
10  June 2021 Nursery (Apple Bay) Class Photo and Open Day
9 June 2021 Whole School SEND Virtual Coffee Morning
9 June 2021 Year 5 Cardboard Boxes
9 June 2021 Year 5 Residential Trip: Dear parents, As you may know, we were able to go ahead with our year 6 residential trip last month and the year 6s had a brilliant time. I am aware that some year 5 parents may have been delaying giving consent and starting payments for their child’s  October 2021 Bawdsey Manor PGL trip until the COVID situation was clearer. Current guidance now allows schools to run residential trips in England and hopefully this will not change. The original letter is attached with this email. Please let us know whether you would like a place on this trip for your child and also let us know if you definitely do not want your child to go on the trip.  Best wishes Mrs Hawkes
12 May 2021 Whole School  Letter to parents and carers
12 May 2021 Year 5 KEGS Virtual Tour
10 May 2021 Foundation Stage
Homework:  Dear parents, The homework for the 3 weeks up to half term is to look at the 3 stories on DB primary about E-Safety. As you know it is a very important issue and we would urge you to make sure that they understand this. Please use the link below to find the stories.
Thank you for your continuing support. Mrs Perry and Mrs Randall
10 May 2021 whole School Springers Half-Term Holiday Club
29 April 2021 Foundation Stage FS Tech Homework
29 April 2021 Whole School Springers Half-Term Holiday Club
29 April 2021 Year 4 Times Table
27 April 2021 Foundation Stage Reading Books: Good afternoon, Please can reading books be returned on Thursday this week as it is a non pupil day on Friday. Many thanks  Mrs Perry and Mrs Randall
27 April 2021 Year 3 Reading Records: Hello everyone,,Reading records will be checked on Thursday this week due to the non- pupil day on Friday. Please could you ensure that your child has their reading record and their Big Cat book for this Thursday 29th April. Thank you for your support. Miss Riordan and Miss Bishop,Class Teachers
27 April 2021 Nursery (Apple Bay) Non-Pupil Day: Good afternoon, Please be reminded that Apple Bay will be closed on Friday 30th April due to a non pupil day. Many thanks, Jessica Holme
27 April 2021 Nursery (Apple Bay) Message for Nursery Parents
23 April 2021 Foundation Stage

Homework: Dear parents, For homework this week, please could your child take a photo of something that tells us that it is Spring. Then upload the picture on to DB Primary and write a blog entry about it. Many thanks Mrs Perry and Mrs Randall 

22 April 2021 Whole School RSE Policy and RSE Consultation  Letter
22 April 2021 Year 6 Height & Weight  Checks
22 April 2021 Whole School Letter to Parents re Incident
22 April 2021 Foundtion stage and Year 1 Health, Weight & Vision: Dear parents, Please see the attached letter regarding annual vision, height and weight checks for children in Reception and those in Year 1 who missed out last year.  Mrs Giles eceptionist
21 April 2021 Whole School New reading Scheme
21 April 2021 Nursery (Apple Bay) Nursery World Conference
20 April 2021 Year 1 Boxes:  Dear Parents, On the week commencing the 10th May we will be spending the week making the vehicles we designed during remote learning.  Please could we ask you to send in 2 cereal boxes or small sized cardboard boxes (please ensure that they have not contained nut based products) for your child to use to construct their vehicle.  We will have a some extra resources available in school for the children to add to their vehicle. Please could these come into school in a named plastic bag by Friday 7th May.  Thank you for your continued support. The Year 1 Team
16 April 2021 Foundation Stage Homework: Dear Parents, Today your child will be bringing home their DB primary log in cards. Attached are the instructions for how to log in. For Homework this week, please could you help your child to log in to their account and change their profile picture and background. Many thanks Mrs Perry & Mrs Randall
13 April 2021 Year 6 PE Day Change
13 April 2021 Year 6 Mersea: Residential update
26 March 2021 Whole Shool Covid Easter Letter
26 March 2021 Year 6 Mersea Residential Cancellation Letter:  Dear parents, Thank you to those parents who have responded to my letter about the cancelled year 6 residential. 40 parents have replied to say that they are happy for the school to retain £50 of the monies paid in order to try to book a day trip. We need to hear back from everyone please. We cannot book anything until we know we have enough contributions and as many schools have had to cancel their residential trips,  day options may become limited. The original letter is attached. Mrs Hawkes
25 March 2021 Whole School Letter from Mrs Edom-Baker (CEO)
25 March 2021 Year 3 Design & Technology Letter - Egg boxes
23 March 2021 Year 6 Mersea Residential Letter
22 March 2021 Years 5 and 6  Football Club (Tuesday)
22 March 2021 Years 3 and 4 Footbal Club (Friday)
22 March 2021 Year 6 Dodgeball Club (Tuesday)
22 March 2021 Year 5 Dodgeball Club (Friday)
22 March 2021 Year 5 Cheerleading Club (Tuesday)
22 March 2021 Year 4 Dodgeball Club (Tuesday)
22 March 2021 Year 4 Gymnastics Club (Thursday)
22 March 2021 Year 3 Gymnastics Club (Wednesday)
22 March 2021 Year 3 Multisport Club (Monday)
22 March 2021 Year 2 Gymnastics Club (Monday) and Multisport Club (Thursday)
22 March 2021 Year 2 Multi Sports Club (Thursday)
22 Marchh 2021 Yer 1 Multi Sports Club (Friday)
19 March 2021 Nursery (Apple Bay) Termly Learning Conference: Monday 3rd May and Tuesday 4th May
16 March 2021 Year 3 Reading Records: We hope you are all well.  We have completed a reading record check today and some children have said that they can't find their reading record. Please could your child have a good look at home for their record and bring it in on Monday for their number of reads to be checked.  Thank you Miss Riordan and Miss Bishop
12 March 2021 Apple Bay Education Sustainable Citizenship
11 March 2021 Year 5 Muffin Letter
9 March 2021 whole School Springers Holiday Club
8 March 2021 Whole School Termly Learning Conference (Spring)
8 March 2021 Year 3 (Holly Bay) Swimming Summer Term Letter
5 March 2021 Whole School Letter to parents from Susannah Edom-Baker
5 March 2021 Year 3 Recorders:  Dear Parents and Carers, Before the Christmas holidays, we sent out a letter regarding the children learning the recorder this term in class.  Whilst this would have been tricky to set for home learning, now that we are going to be back in school we would like to begin.  Please could you send your child in with their named recorder on Monday if they have one, which they can then keep in their tray at school.  For those that do not have their own, we have school recorders that the children can borrow.  Each child using a school recorder will use the same recorder each lesson and keep it in their tray for hygiene purposes. Many thanks, Miss Bishop and Miss Riordan.
5 March 2021 Whole School Menu Change:  Good afternoon, Please note that the meat option on Tuesday 9th March will be pork and apple burger and not beef burger.  Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause. Many thanks Mrs Giles
3 March 2021 Whole School Letter to parents - Information on returning back to school on 8th March 2021.
3 March 2021 Whole School Home testing for Adults - Letter from the LA explaining how adults with primary aged children can access regular testing.
2 March 2021 Year 5 Lab Coats: Dear parents and carers, Please can the year 5 children bring in a 'lab coat' for their next topic, an oversized white shirt works very well. These will need to be brought in by Tuesday 9th March. The children will be writing on these so please ensure you are happy for this to happen. Many thanks Mrs Hydes
2 March 2021 Whole School SEND Coffee Morning Invite (10am)
26 February 2021 Year 5 (Sycamore) New Year 5 Teacher - Parent Letter & Pupil letter
26 February 2021 Whole School World book Day Letter
25 February 2021 Whole School Worldbook day letter, WBD Voucher, eSafety Workshop
23 February 2021 Whole School Message for Parents
11 February 2021 Whole School Worldbook day letterWBD Voucher
5 February 2021 Whole School Menu Change:  Good afternoon, Please note that the meat option on Tuesday 9th February will be pork and apple burger and not beef burger.  Apologies for any inconvenience this may cause. Many thanks Mrs Giles
4 February 2021 Whole School School Emergency Closure proceudre and Wellness Day - Home learning
29 January 2021 Whole School Reading at home Letter
21 January 2021 Years 1 to 6 Tech Camp at Newlands Spring: Cover letter and Flyer
31 December 2020 Whole School URGENT Letter to Parents following Government announcement on delayed opening of schools in january
18 December 2020 Year 6 Bikeability Interest Letter
18 December 2020 Whole School
PE Spring Term: Dear parents and carers, PE days for next term are as follows:
FS - Tuesday, Wednesday 
Y1 - Tuesday, Thursday
Y2 - Elm - Wednesday, Friday
Y2 - Maple - Thursday, Friday
Y3 - Pine - Monday, Thursday
Y3 - Holly - Thursday, Friday
Y4 - Chestnut - Monday, Thursday
Y4 - Beech - Tuesday, Friday
Y5 - Monday, Tuesday
Y6 - Monday, Wednesday
Many thanks Mrs Giles
17 December 2020 Whole School COVID Christmas Letter Reminder
15 December 2020 Year 4 Elite Basketball Before School Club: Gymnastics (Thursday)
15 December 2020 Year 3 Elite Basketball Clubs: Multi Sport (After School, Monday), Gymnastic (Before School, Wednesday)
15 December 2020 Year 2 Elite Basket Ball before school clubs Spring 2021: Gymnastics (Monday) & Multi Sports Club (Thursday)
15 December 2020 Year 5 Elite Basket Ball Clubs Spring 2021): Dodgeball (After school Friday) & Gymnastics (Before School, Friday)
15 December 2020 Years 3 & 4 CCFC Afterschool Football Club Letter
15 December 2020 Year 6 Elite Basketball Before School Club: Dodgeball (Tuesday)
15 December 2020 Year 5 & 6 CCFS After School Football Club Letter
14 December 2020 Year 1 Elite Basketball Before School Club: Multi Sport (Monday)
14 December 2020 Whole School COVID-19 Letter to all Parents - Single Case
11 December 2020 Whole School COVID-19 Christmas Letter
10 December 2020 Year 4 After School Djembe Drumming Club
9 December 2020 Year 4 Event:  Dear parents, Next Tuesday( 15th) we are planning on having a christmassy day in year 4,  which will include watching a virtual panto! We would like the children to come to school in a Christmas jumper/ top with their school trousers/ skirt and also wear any xmas accessories such as hats etc. Don't forget they will also be wearing their Xmas jumpers next Friday for the last day of term. Many thanks Mrs Clifton and Miss Carpenter
9 December 2020 Year 5 Swimming Spring Term
9 December 2020 Year 3 (Pine Bay) Swimming Spring Term
9 December 2020 Year 2 (Msple Bay) Swimming Spring Term
8 December 2020 Year 2

Thursday: Dear parents and carers,  Please could the year 2 children bring in a Christmas jumper or accessory on Thursday this week (10th).  They are to come into school in their PE kit as usual and bring this in separately. Many thanks Mrs Giles, Receptionist

8 December 2020 Foundation Stage
Message from teachers: 
Dear Parents, 
Christmas Jumpers
Please could your child wear a Christmas jumper on Friday 11th December (as well as the 18th December). 
Homework
The children will now have homework to complete each week. The homework will go out each Monday and we would like it returned by the Friday please.
Thank you for your support
The Foundation Stage Team
7 December 2020 Whole School FSM Winter Grant Scheme
30 November 2020 Whole chool Clubs Letter
27 November 2020 Foundation Stage NELI Letter to Parents
25 November 2020 Year 3 (Pine)
Reading Record Books: Hello Parents, I hope you are all well.  Mrs Pierce will not be able to count the children's reads on Friday. Therefore, she will do them tomorrow. Please could you ensure that your child brings in their reading record tomorrow, so we are able to count the reads. Thank you Kind Regards Miss Riordan 
20 November 2020 Whole School Essex Child & Family Wellbeing Service newsletter: Public Health Campaign 2020
19 November 2020 Year 6 Year 6 Leavers Letter from Mrs Town
18 November 2020 Year 3
18 November 2020 Year 2 Letter to Elm Bay
16 November 2020 Whole School Letter from Claire Kershaw
13 November 2020 Foundation Stage Letter to Parents: Changes to drop-off arrangements
13 November 2020 whole School Remote Learning Letter for Parents
11 November 2020 Year 3 Recorders
29 October 2020 Whole School Change in PE days
13 October 2020 Year 6 (Cedar Bay) PE: Dear parents and carers, Cedar bay will be taking part in PE lessons on Mondays and Thursdays from next week.  Please ensure your child comes into school wearing their PE kit on these days. Many thanks Mrs Giles, Receptionist
13 October 2020 Year 3 Walk: Dear parents and carers, Year 3 will be taking part in their local area walk tomorrow.  Please can children bring a waterproof coat and if possible wellies or old trainers.  They will also need to ensure they have their usual black school trainers with them. Many thanks Mrs Giles, Receptionist
13 October 2020 Years 5 & 6 Cancelled: Dear parents and carers, After school football for years 5 and 6 is cancelled today due to the wet weather.  Please ensure your child is collected from school at the usual time. Many thanks Mrs Giles, Receptionist
9 October 2020 Whole School Springers Holiday Club
6 October 2020 Year 2 Stave House Level 1 exam
6 October 2020 Year 3 Local Area Walk
2 October 2020 Whole School Letter for parents re Safety
2 October 2020 Year 3 (Pine Bay) Reading Books: Hello parents, I just wanted to let you know that the children's reading books will be staying here over the weekend. Mrs Pierce was helping Holly Bay class all morning with their pasta salads and so did not get a chance to check the reading records. Our apologises.  If you read with your child over the weekend please make a note of it and then we can add it into the reading records when they are handed back to the children on Monday.  Thank you, Miss Riordan 
2 October 2020 Club Participants (Football) Cancelled: Dear parents and carers, We have decided to cancel after school football today due to the wet weather.  Please ensure you collect your child at their normal finishing time. Many thanks Mrs Giles, Receptionist
1 October 2020 Whole School Springers Holiday Club
1 October 2020 Whole School Remote Learning letter for parents
1 October 2020 Year 5 Newspapers: Dear parents and carers, Please can year 5 children bring newspapers into class.  We will need these in 2 weeks time so please start to bring in from tomorrow. Many thanks Mrs Hydes 
30 September 2020 Year 6 Year 6 Yearbook Consent Letter
29 September 2020 Whole School
KidsAround: Dear parents and carers, Please see the below message from KidAround.  They are currently not providing paper copies of the magazine. 
Our September Issue of KidAround is here and packed full of information on what’s happening in Essex. To read KidAround on the go or with a nice cuppa visit  https://www.kidaround.biz/magazine
28 September 2020 Whole School Springers October Holiday Club
28 September 2020 Whole School
Vacancy: Please find details of a vacancy that we currently have that may be of interest to you or anyone you may know.
28 September 2020 Year 1

Art lessons: Dear Parents/Carers, This week in our art lesson we will be experimenting with paint, we will be looking at the primary colours and discovering what colours we can make when we mix these. Please could you send your child into school with a painting apron or an old shirt that they can wear during the lesson to avoid getting paint on their school uniform.  Lime Bay's art lesson is on Tuesday. Ash Bay's art lesson is on Thursday. We will keep these aprons/shirts in school to use in future lessons throughout Year 1. Many Thanks, Miss Saveall and Ms Coulson.

     
25 September 2020 Nursery

Message from Miss Holme

11 September 2020 Whole School Meet the Teacher: Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6
11 September 2020 Year 6 Year 6 Open Event
11 September 2020 Year 4 (Beech) Beech Bay - Swimming: Dear parents and carers, Please ensure all children bring a swimming hat and googles to their lessons as they will not be able to swim without them and are unable to borrow any from the pool. Many thanks Mrs Giles, Receptionist
11 September 2020 Nursery Message from Miss Holme
  Music participants (Drums) Drum Lessons: Dear parents and carers, Mr Reyland will now be commencing drum lessons on Monday 21st September.  Please ensure your child brings drum sticks with them. Many thanks Mrs Giles Receptionist
11 September 2020 Year 4 Djembi Club Flyer and Payment details
11 September 2020    

 

2019/2020

Date Relevant Year / Group Subject Matter
17 July 2020 Year 4, 5 and 6 Swimming Letters for Year 4 (Beech), Year 4 (Chestnut), Year 5 (Sycamore), Year 5 (Rowan) and Year 6
17 July 2020 Year 5 Message for Year 5 Parents from the Year 6 Teachers
16 July 2020 Whole School Letter to parents and carers from Essex County Council (15/7/2020)
16 July 2020 Whole School Data Check Reminder: Dear parents, Please be reminded to check your data collection sheet on the SIMS Parent App and ensure there are at least two emergency contacts for your child.  I have attached the letter sent last week for reference. Many thanks Mrs Giles (SIMS Parent App letter and Parent Booklet)
16 July 2020 Year 4 (Beech) Thank you letter
16 July 2020 Year 3 (Holly) Thank you letter
14 July 2020 Year 6 Message from Mrs Edom-Baker
13 July 2020 Year 6 Urgent - Year 6 Residential Trip
13 July 2020 Foundation Stage Tapestry Account End of Year Letter
13 July 2020 Whole School Letter to parents: Important Information for the Autumn Term
10 July 2020 Whole School Data Check: SIMS Parent App and SIMS Parent Booklet
10 July 2020 Year 4 Reading Books:  Good afternoon, Please can any reading books and maths textbooks that were sent home before the school closed, be returned to school by the end of next week.  Please bring them along with your children during next week's transition sessions if they are attending. Many thanks Mrs Giles
7 July 2020 Whole School Letter to Parents
7 July 2020 Year 6 PGL Trip: Dear parents, We have had some parents contact us regarding the y6 trip. Of course we hope that it will be able to go ahead, but the situation is still unclear at the moment. Our advice is to continue paying your instalments because if the trip is cancelled we are covered by insurance and your money will be refunded. Alternatively, PGL may offer us an alternative later date if October is not possible. Best wishes Mrs Hawkes
16 June 2020 Year 2 FSM/Pupil Premium: NSPS FSM Letter to Year 2 parents and Pupil Premium Leaflet
8 June 2020 Foundation Stage

Road Safety:  Dear parents, During the summer term we usually organise road safety walks for our reception children.  Safer Essex Roads Partnership have very kindly put an online resource together to support parents with road safety. Please see the attached letter.

21 April 2020 Year 3 Royal Opera House Home Learning: Dear Parents and Children, I hope you are all well. All of you had the fantastic opportunity to try ballet with the Chance to Dance artists. The Royal Opera House have emailed me a great website which includes lots of different activities and information about Ballet and Opera. On the website if you click onto the 'our resources' tab you can explore some of the items. There is even a section about Romeo and Juliet. I thought I would share this link with you all for something to try if you wish. Website link : https://learning-platform.roh.org.uk Kind Regards Miss Riordan 
20 April 2020 Whole School Lettter to parents from Claire Kershaw
20 April 2020 Year 2 (Maple Bay) Leatter to Maple Bay parents
20 April 2020 Whole School Letter to Parents
17 April 2020 Whole School Letter to Parents
16 April 2020 Club participants (Choir) Cancelled: Dear Parents and Carers, The choir will not be taking part in the Junior Music Festival rehearsals or the performance scheduled to take place in June.  All payments received for the transport to the venues will be refunded in due course. Many thanks Mrs Giles
16 April 2020 Foundation Stage Cancelled: Dear Parents and Carers, The Foundation Stage school trip to Hanningfield Reservoir has now been cancelled.  All payments we have received will be refunded to the payment method used for the transaction. Kind regards Mrs Giles
18 March 2020 Selected Pupils (Cello, Violin) No Lessons Tomorrow: Dear parents, Unfortunately Ms Carnell will not be school tomorrow for Cello or Violin music lessons.  She hopes to make these up in the summer term. Apologies for any inconvenience this may have caused. Many thanks Mrs Giles
18 March 2020 Selected Pupils (Guitar) No Lessons Tomorrow: Dear parents, Unfortunately Mr Calabro will not be school tomorrow for Guitar music lessons.  He hopes to make these up in the summer term. Apologies for any inconvenience this may have caused. Many thanks Mrs Giles
18 March 2020 Whole School School work arrangments: Letter from Mrs Lindop
18 March 2020 Whole School

Child Friendly Coronavirus Explanation: Dear Parents/Carers, We understand that it can be difficult to know what and how much to share with our children in regards to the current global health worries, and sometimes we are unsure of how to answer their questions. We have been sent the attached by our local health service, which we wanted to share with you. You also may wish to share it with your children if you feel it is appropriate to do so, or use it to support conversations you may have with them about the Corona Virus. Kind Regards, Miss Jones, Pupil Support Manager

18 March 2020 Selected Pupils Royal Ballet- Chance to Dance: Dear Parents, It is with regret that the Royal Ballet have cancelled all events to do with the Chance to Dance programme. This includes the weekly classes, the Easter school and the performance. Kind Regards Miss Riordan
18 March 2020 Whole School Letter to Parents: Based on the COVID-19 update on 17.3.2020
17 March 2020 Club Participants (Film Club) Cancelled:  Dear parents, We have decided that Film club will not go ahead after school today.  Please collect your child from school at 3.15pm as usual. Apologies for any inconvenience this may have caused. Many thanks Mrs Giles
17 March 2020 Club Participants (Multisports) Cancelled:  Dear parents, We have decided that Multisports club will not go ahead after school today.  Please collect your child from school at 3.15pm as usual. Apologies for any inconvenience this may have caused. Many thanks Mrs Giles
17 March 2020 Club Participants (Football) Cancelled:  Dear parents, We have decided that Football club will not go ahead after school today.  Please collect your child from school at 3.15pm as usual. Apologies for any inconvenience this may have caused. Many thanks Mrs Giles
17 March 2020 Selected Pupils Cancelled: Chance to dance - Dear Parents, Due to current circumstances, we have decided to cancel the meeting regarding the Chance to Dance programme. The Royal Ballet school have advised parents to visit their website - www.chancetodance@rh.org.uk for information about the programme. Currently, the Easter school is planned to go ahead but you will be updated if there are any changes.  Kind Regards, Miss Riordan
17 March 2020 Years 3 - 6

FONS Bingo: Dear parents, We have decided to cancel the FONS Junior Bingo on Friday.  All monies received will be sent home.  Apologies for any inconvenience this may of caused. Many thanks  Mrs Giles

17 March 2020 Whole School Letter to Parents: Coronavirus update
16 March 2020 Foundation Stage Tricky Words Set 1, Set 2, Set 3, Set 4, Set 5, Set 6 and Set 7
11 March 2020 Year 3 and 4 Production DVD: Dear parents, Due to a low number of DVD/ Video On Demand orders for last year's Year 3 and 4 performance, we are reviewing the offering for this year's performance.  We would like to know if you would be interested in purchasing the DVD/ Video On Demand or have the option to purchase photographs taken from the performance. Please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk with your feedback. Many thanks Mrs Giles
6 March 2020 Foundation Stage Hanningfield School Trip
6 March 2020 Foundation Stage Smoothie homework
5 March 2020 Club Particpants (High 5) High 5: Please collect children from the School Office after Netball this evening at 4.15 pm. Many thanks Mrs Giles
5 March 2020 Year 2 Reminder: Dear parents, Please be reminded that tomorrow is the deadline for payment and consent for the Great Fire of London Day, if not already done so.  I have attached the initial letter for reference. Many thanks Mrs Giles
5 March 2020 Club Participants (Hockey)

Hockey: Dear parents, Hockey club will continue on the 11th, 18th and 25th March at 8.00am with Mrs Clifton. Many thanks Mrs Giles

5 March 2020 Choir Junior Music Festival Letter
4 March 2020 Year 4 Complusory Multiplication Check: Dear Parents, This letter is to inform about the Year 4 compulsory multiplication check, which will be held in the summer term. All primary-school children are expected to know all their times tables up to 12x12. The DfE says that the check is part of a new focus on mastering numeracy, giving children the skills and knowledge they need for secondary school and beyond. The purpose of the check is to determine whether Y4 pupils can recall their multiplication tables fluently (being able to answer times tables questions accurately and quickly, without having to work out the answers). Please see the attached document for further information on the Year 4 multiplication checkMany thanks Mrs Hydes
4 March 2020 Year 2 Infant Music Festival: Dear parents, We have some additional tickets available to purchase for the Infant Music Festival.  These are £4 each and are available on a first come first served basis.  Please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk if you would like to purchase any more tickets and I will provide you with details on payment.  Many thanks Mrs Giles
2 March 2020 Whole School Springers: Creche for Reader Cafe, Easter Holiday Club and Creche Flyer for Family Assemblies
2 March 2020 Whole School Termly Learning Conferences (TLCs)
28 February 2020 Whole School Whole School Reading Cafe (9th March 2020)
28 February 2020 Year 6 Reminder Infant Music Festival : Dear parents, Please be reminded the deadline for consent and purchasing tickets is today if not already done so.  I have attached the original letter for reference. Many thanks Mrs Giles
28 February 2020 Year 1 Maths Homework: Dear parents, A maths homework task has been set on DB Primary for the year 1 children.  This is due to be completed by Friday 6th March. Many thanks Mrs Coulson and Miss Saveall
27 February 2020 Whole School Attain Corvid19 Letter
27 February 2020 KS2 (Years 3 to 6) FONS Junior Bingo
27 February 2020 Foundation Stage Shopping homework
25 February 2020 Whole School World Book Day 2020
25 February 2020 Year 2 Family Assembly: Dear parents, Due to year 2 taking part in the Infant Music Festival on the 18th March, the Maple and Elm bay assemblies have now changed to the following dates. Maple Bay - Wednesday 1st April; Elm Bay - Friday 3rd April. Apologies for any inconvenience this may of caused. Many thanks Mrs Lindop and Mrs Dubiel
25 February 2020 Club participants (Choir) Choir: Dear parents, Choir will resume after school on Friday 28th February in the Rowan bay classroom.  This will finish at 4.00pm, please collect your child from the front office. If they do not wish to continue, please email    reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.ukMany thanks Mrs Giles
25 February 2020 Whole School NS Logo T-shirts: Dear Parents, If your child has taken part in a sporting activity out of school this year and has borrowed one of our special NS logo t-shirts, could you please ensure that it is washed and returned to school ASAP- I seem to have quite a few missing! Thank you Mrs Clifton
25 February 2020 Foundation Stage (Willow) Message from teacher: Dear parents, This week we will be changing reading books today (Tuesday) and Thursday. This half term indoor PE will be on Thursday mornings instead of Tuesdays.  Outdoor PE will continue to be on alternate Wednesdays with the Library.  We will be visiting the Library this week. Many thanks Mrs Perry
24 February 2020 Club Participants (High Five) High 5 Spring Payment Letter and  NSPS Match 27 March 2020
24 February 2020 Year 6 (Selected Pupils) Bikeability:Permission letter sent to Group 1
14 February 2020 Whole School
3PR Feedback Survey: Dear parent/carer, Newlands Spring Primary School is a proud 3PR school, meaning we do our best to encourage parents and carers to follow the three parking rules (care, consideration and caution). We would like to thank families who walk, scoot or cycle to school and those who park safely, legally and thoughtfully. Both Newlands Spring Primary School and the South Essex Parking Partnership (SEPP) are always looking for ways to encourage families to travel sustainably and to make the roads around school as safe as possible. To help improve the 3PR scheme, SEPP’s School Parking Liaison Officer, Leah Martin, has asked parents/carers to complete the following survey by 6th MarchThank you for taking the time to complete this survey. If you would like a paper copy please ask for one at the school office. If you complete it electronically please email it back to reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk Kind regards, Mrs Hawkes, Headteacher and Leah Martin, School Parking Liaison Officer, South Essex Parking Partnership
14 February 2020 Whole School
Essex Highways Competition: Dear parents, Please find attached a simple competition in which children can win a £75 bike voucher and the school could win a scooter storage pod! It would be great if someone from this school won! Mrs Hawkes  
14 February 2020 Whole School Relief Midday Assistant: Vacancy and Application form
13 February 2020 Club Participants (High 5)

Cancelled Session: Dear parents, Just a reminder that there is no High 5 Netball after school today.  Details for after half term will be sent out shortly. Many thanks Mrs Giles

12 February 2020 Foundation Stage (Selected Pupils) Balance Ability Festival
10 February 2020 Whole School FONS - Adult Bingo
10 February 2020 Year 6 Message from the Yearbook Organsiers: Yearbook Information
10 February 2020 Year 1 & 2 Multisports Club: Dear Parents, We have spaces for our after school multisports club that is run by Elite Basketball UK on a Tuesday.  If your child is interested and you would like further information please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk . Many thanks Mrs Giles
10 February 2020 Music Sudents (Brass)  
10 February 2020 Year 3 Message for Year 3: Dear Year 3 parents, I will be announcing in the newsletter this week that Mrs Hillman is retiring on Friday after many years of service to the school. Most recently she has been our dedicated year 3 Learning Support Assistant  and I know you will join us in wishing her well for her well-deserved retirement. Best wishes Mrs Hawkes
5 February 2020 Foundation Stage Tricky Words: Set 1; Set 2; Set 3; Set 4; and Set 5; Instructions
5 February 2020 Year 5 School Trip: Dear parents, For our school trip on Wednesday 12th February, please can all children arrive in school by 7.50am ready to depart at 8.00am. Children must be wearing wellies, rain coat/ coat, normal school uniform and bring a water bottle. We aim to be back by 4.00pm and will update timings on the Newlands Spring Twitter page. Many thanks

Mrs Hydes, Mrs Cross and Miss Edwards

29 Janaury 2020 Years 4, 5 & 6 PSHE Survey Letter
29 January 2020 Year 5 & 6 Hockey Club: Mrs Clifton runs a Hockey club before school on a Wednesday at 8.00am.  If you are interested in your child attending, please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk and I will send you further information. Many thanks Mrs Giles
28 January 2020 Whole School Report of Safeguarding Incident
27 Janaury 2020 Club Participants (Football) Football: Dear parents, Please note that from this week, the after school football clubs will finish at 4.30pm instead of 4.15pm.  Please collect your child from the back gate as usual. Many thanks Mrs Giles
27 Janaury 2020 Whole School Springers Creche Flyer - Spring term
24 January 2020 Year 5 Muffin letter
23 January 2020 Whole School Attain Newsletter 5 (23 January)
23 January 2020 Foundation Stage (Oak Bay) Swimming: Dear Parents, Oak Bay have swimming tomorrow afternoon and tomorrow is also our charity fundraiser, Wacky Hair Day.  Please ensure your child does not come into school with any type of hair dye in their hair as this will contaminate the pool.  Thank you for your understanding. Many thanks Mrs Giles
21 Janaury 2020 Year 2 (Maple Bay) Volunteers Request
3 January 2020 Year 6 Message from Year 6 Parents: Year 6 Hoodies
17 January 2020 Whole School Public Health Campaign Bulletin
16 January 2020 Selected Pupils Sports Hall Athletics Final
16 January 2020 Year 3 (Pine Bay) Pine Bay Homework
14 January 2020 Year 5 KEGS Tour Spring Tour: Dear Parents, Please find details for the upcoming prospective student tours for September 2021 entry. Many thanks Mrs Giles
14 January 2020 Year 4 Messeage from Teachers
14 January 2020 Foundation Stage Message for Willow Bay
14 January 2020 Club Participants  Year 5 and 6 Hockey Club: Dear Parents, Please be reminded that Hockey club starts tomorrow at 8.00am.  Please ensure your child comes into school suitably dressed and that they bring their school uniform ready to change into when the session finishes. Many thanks Mrs Giles
13 January 2020 Whole School Springers: Feb Holiday club 2020
9 January 2020 Whole School

Free Parents Awareness Invite: Dear Parents and Carers, Please see the attached poster for information about a free awareness session for parents about gangs and exploitation. Unfortunately, intelligence suggests that 'county lines' are active in Chelmsford and children as young as 10 have been known to be targeted.  The Safer Chelmsford Partnership have organised this session and it is open to all parents, grandparents, carers and guardians living in Chelmsford including the surrounding areas, who would like to attend. Booking details are on the attached invite. Natalie Hawkes

9 January 2020 Whole School Springers February Half-term Club
9 January 2020   Computers Xplorers Spring term Club
8 January 2020 Years 2 to 6 Glee Club letter
8 January 2020 Whole School NSPCC Assembly: We are pleased to inform you that the NSPCC will be visiting the school to talk to pupils about keeping safe. Please see the attached letter for more information.  Natalie Hawkes
8 January 2020 FS and KS1 FONS: Skittleman
7 January 2020 Year 6 Crucial Crew: Dear parents, The deadline for payment is the 24th January.  I have attached an updated letter for reference. Many thanks Mrs Giles
7 January 2020 Foundation Stage (Oak Bay) Reminder: Please be reminded that Oak Bay will be starting swimming lessons this Friday afternoon for the Spring Term.  Please ensure your child brings their swimming kit into school. Many thanks Mrs Giles
7 January 2020 Year 5 (Rowan Bay) Reminder: Please be reminded that Rowan Bay will be starting swimming lessons tomorrow afternoon for the Spring Term.  Please ensure your child brings their swimming kit into school. Many thanks Mrs Giles
7 January 2020 Year 2 (Elm Bay) PE Lessons:  Dear Parents, Elm bay will be having indoor PE on Wednesdays and outdoor PE on Fridays.  Please ensure they have the appropriate PE kit for these days. Many thanks Mrs Lindop
7 January 2020 Year 1 Cereal Boxes: Dear Parents, Please can the year 1 children bring in some cardboard boxes that they can use to make cars and lorries in class.  They will need these by the 27th January.  Many thanks  Miss Saveall and Mrs Coulson
7 January 2020 Year 2 (Maple Bay) Reminder: Please be reminded that Maple Bay will be starting swimming lessons this Thursday afternoon for the Spring Term.  Please ensure your child brings their swimming kit into school.Many thanks  Mrs Giles
6 January 2020 Year 5 Jimmy's Farm Reminder: Dear parents, Please be reminded that today is the payment deadline for the Jimmy's Farm trip if not already done so.  I have attached the initial letter for reference. Many thanks Mrs Giles
6 January 2020 Year 3 Royal Ballet Reminder: Please be reminded that today is the deadline to provide consent if not already done so.  Please find the initial letter for reference. Many thanks Mrs Giles
6 January 2020 FS & KS1 Performance DVD Reminder:  Dear parents, Please be reminded that tomorrow is the deadline for any orders for the Christmas performance DVD.  I have attached the original letter for reference. Many thanks Mrs Giles
6 January 2020 Whole School Proposed Nursery Class: Dear Parents, Please find attached information about a proposal to open a nursery class for 3-4 year olds at Newlands Spring Primary School. Thank you. Natalie Hawkes
Consultation Covering letter & Consultation document on a proposal to lower the age of Newlands Spring Primary school
6 January 2020 Whole School Job Vacancy - Springers
20 December 2019 Year 3 (Holly Bay) Thank You Letter
20 December 2019 Year 3 (Pine Bay)
Dear Parents, Thank you all so much for our lovely gifts! They are extremely appreciated! Have a lovely Christmas and a Happy New Year! From Miss Riordan and the Year 3 team
19 December 2019 Year 4 Thank you year 4
19 December 2019 Year 2
Last Day: Dear parents, Tomorrow the year 2 children are welcome to bring in a toy or game that they can play together.  No electronic or expensive items please. Many thanksMrs Dubiel and Mrs Lindop
19 December 2019 Whole School Attain Newsletter (December 2019)
18 December 2019 Year 5 School trip - Jimmy'sFarm
18 December 2019 Year 4 Ancient Egyptian Day
17 December 2019 Year 4 - Chestnut Bay Chestnut Bay Reward
17 December 2019 Whole School Message from FONS
13 December 2019 Foundation Stage (Oak, Willow) Letters from Miss Holme and Mrs Perry, Foundation Tricky Words Set 1 & Set 2 and Tricky Words Instruction
12 December 2019 Club Participants (Choir) Choir: Dear Parents, The choir will be performing Christmas carols tomorrow in Morrisons between 10-10.30am.  You are welcome to come along and support them if you able to.  If you do not wish for your child to take part, please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.ukJust a reminder there will be no choir session after school tomorrow. Many thanks Mrs Giles
12 December 2019 Year 5 Lab Coats: Dear Parents, As part of our topic next term, we will be investigating materials using experiments. Can you please provide your child with a lab coat for the first day back on Monday 6th January.  An oversized white shirt works really well!  The children will be writing on these so please ensure you are happy for this to happen. Mrs Hydes, Miss Edwards and Mrs Cross
11 December 2019 Year 4

Homework and Cooking

11 December 2019 Club Participants (Choir)

Choir: Dear parents, Many thanks to the choir for all their hard work and performances this term. We are going to have a short break from rehearsals next half term to allow us to focus on putting together a KS1 choir to perform at the Infant Music Festival.  KS2 choir will then resume on Friday 28th February ready to rehearse for the Junior Music Festival. Many thanks Mrs Hydes and Mrs Lindop

11 December 2019 Whole School FONS Christmas Disco
11 December 2019 Year 2 Evening perfromances: Dear parents, Just to confirm that all Year 2 children need to attend both performances on Wednesday and Thursday evening this week.  If for any reason they are unable to attend due to unforeseen circumstances, please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.ukMany thanks Mrs Giles
11 December 2019 Year 5 (Rowan Bay) Updated Swimming Spring term Letter: Rowan Bay will now be swimming on Wednesdays during the Spring term.  Please find the updated letter attached.  Please find the updated letter attached. If you are able to volunteer with swimming, please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk.  Any help is greatly appreciated. Mrs Giles
11 December 2019 Year 2 (Maple Bay)

Updated Swimming Spring term Letter: Maple Bay will now be swimming on Thursdays during the Spring term.  Please find the updated letter attached. If you are able to volunteer with swimming, please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk.  Any help is greatly appreciated. Mrs Giles

11 December 2019 EYFS & KS1 DVD/Video on Demand Letter - Everyone loves a baby
11 December 2019 EYFS & KS1 Evening performances: Dear Parents, This evening's performance of Everyone Loves A Baby will start at 6.00pm. Parents collecting their children for Wednesday and Thursday evening's performances were previously asked to collect at 7.15pm.  As the show is shorter than expected we would ask you collect your child at 7.00pm instead.  Thank you for your continued support. FS and KS1 Team
5 December 2019 Club Participants (choir)

Cancelled: Dear parents, There will be no choir session after school tomorrow as the choir will be performing at the Christmas Bazaar.  Please ensure you collect your child as usual at 3.15pm. Many thanks Mrs Hydes and Mrs Lindop

4 December 2019 Years 3 to 6 African Drumming Club Flyer
4 December 2019 Years 5 & 6 After School Football (Tuesday)
4 December 2019 Years 2 to 4 After School Football (Friday)
4 December 2019 Whole School
Clubs: Dear parents, We have some spaces for the following clubs for the Spring term.  If your child is interested, please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk and I will send further details on payment.  This will be on a first come first served basis and if we have lots of interest, names will placed on a waiting list.  
  • Gymnastics - Mondays - 8.00-8.45am - Years 3,4,5 and 6
  • Gymnastics - Fridays - 8.00-8.45am - Years 1 and 2
  • Dodgeball - Fridays - 3.15-4.15pm - Year 3,4,5 and 6
Many thanks Mrs Giles
4 December 2019 Selected Participants (Djembi and Drum lessons) Drum lesson and Djembi Club - 18 November 2019: rescheduled session and Spring Club start
4 December 2019 Selected Participants (Djembi) Djembi Club: Dear Parents/ carers, We’ve once again come to the end of the term for djembe club. The children and I would love for you to join us this Monday 9th December at 4pm in the small hall so the group can perform some of what we’ve been working on this term. Friends and family welcome.  Hope to see you there. Many thanks, Tim Reyland - Drum Teacher
3 December 2019 Club participants (Gym Club)

KS1 Gym Club : Dear parents, Your child currently attends Gymnastics club on a Friday Morning.  If you would like them to continue or not for the Spring term, please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk by Thursday 5th December. Kind regards Mrs Giles

3 December 2019 Club Participants (Dodgeball)

DodgeBall Spring term:  Dear parents, Your child currently attends Dodgeball club on a Friday after school.  Please can you let me know if they would like to attend or not for the Spring term by emailing reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk by Thursday 5th December. Kind regards Mrs Giles

3 December 2019 Whole School School Photos Online Deadline: Dear parents, The deadline for online photo orders is midnight on Thursday 5th December 2019.  Many thanks Mrs Giles
3 December 2019 Club Participants (Multisports) Multisports Club Spring 2020: Dear parents, Your child currently attends the Multisports After School Club on a Tuesday.  Please reply to reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk if you would like them to continue for the Spring term by Thursday 5th December. Kind regards Mrs Giles
3 December 2019 Club Participants (Choir) Choir performances
3 December 2019 Year 2 (Elm) & Year 4 (Chestnut) Swimming Changes: Dear parents, There will be a change in next week's swimming lessons. Elm Bay will now swim on Thursday 12th December. Chestnut Bay will now swim on Wednesday 11th December. Please ensure your child has their swimming kit in school on these dates.  If you volunteer with the lessons, please can you email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk if you are still able to come in. Kind regards Mrs Giles
28 November 2019 Year 1 Costumes: Dear parents, Costumes for Year 1 classes are: Lime Bay - Angels - White clothing, optional halo, no wings. Ash Bay - Innkeepers - Plain oversized coloured t-shirt and a tie rope belt.  PE shorts will be worn under their costumes. Thanks for your support Year 1 Team
28 November 2019 Year 6 Reverse Advent Calendar: Dear parents, In Year 6, we are going to countdown to Christmas by doing a Reverse Advent Calendar. Two children in each class will be nominated each day to 'open' the interactive calendar and they will of course be given a chocolate to enjoy.  In the Spirit of Giving, we would also love for them to bring in an item of food that can be given to the Food Bank in return. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask. Many thanks Mrs Rusby and Mr Troughton
28 November 2019 Club Participants (Dodgeball) Reminder: Dear parents, A reminder that there will be no Dodgeball after school today.  Please collect your child at 3.15pm as usual.  A session will be added on Friday 20th December to make up for this session. Many thanks Mrs Giles
27 November 2019 Foundation Stage, Year 1 and 3 FS & KS1 Production Information Letter
22 November 2019 Whole School School Photographs: Dear parents, Your child will be bringing home their individual photographs today.  Orders can be made online or bought into school with the correct payment only.  These will need to be made by Friday 29th November at the latest please. Kind regards Mrs Giles, Receptionist
22 November 2019 Whole School TLC Information Letter
19 November 2019 Whole School FONS Christmas Bazaar Raffle 2019
19 November 2019 Whole School Pre-School Cake Sale
19 November 2019 Whole School FONS Christmas Hamper Donations
19 November 2019 Year 6 TLCs: Dear parents, If your child has Mrs Goodfellow for English or Maths, she will be available during the TLCs.  Please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk to book an appointment. Many thanks Mrs Giles
15 December 2019 FS and KS1 FS and KS1 Performance tickets
15 December 2019 Year 3 Colchester Castle Trip
15 December 2019 Whole School FONS Christmas Bazaar: Bake Off
14 November 2019 Whole School Termly Learning Conference Booking Error
12 November 2019 Club Participants (Football) Afterschool Football Clubs: Dear parents, After school football club will finish at 4.15pm from this Friday and for the rest of the term due to the darker evenings. Kind regards Mrs Giles
11 November 2019 Whole School Termly Learning Conference: Letter and Leaflet
11 November 2019 Years 3, 4,5 & 6 Colouring Club
11 November 2019 Year 2, 3 and 4 Film Club
11 November 2019 Years 5 & 6 Hockey Club
7 November 2019 Whole School Reminder: FONS Non-uniform Day 8.11.2019
7 November 2019 Whole School

Flu Vacination Parental Invitation Letter & Flu Vaccination Cover Letter: Dear Parents, Please see the attached letter and details on how to access your child's consent form online for the upcoming Flu Vaccination which will take place on the 29th November. Kind regards Mrs Giles

6 November 2019 Year 5 Family Assembly: Dear parents, For our family assemblies, we would like the children to dress up in a Doctor Who costume.  Think waist jackets, tweed trousers, bow tie and scarves. Sycamore bay assembly will take place on Wednesday 20th November and Rowan bay will be on Friday 22nd November. Many thanks, Mrs Hydes, Miss Edwards and Mrs Cross
6 November 2019 Years 5 & 6 Card Game Lunchtime Club
6 November 2019 Year 6 Knitter Knatter Lunchtime Club
6 November 2019 Whole School

Poppy Appeal 2019: Dear parents and carers,  As usual we will be selling poppies in school as part of the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal 2019.  We suggest a minimum donation of 50p and poppies will be sold in the classrooms every afternoon after half term until Friday 8th November.  Please send your child in with their donation if they would like a poppy.  For younger children (Foundation Stage and KS1) it may be useful if you place any coins/ donations in a named envelope for them to give to their class teacher ready for the sale in the afternoon. Kind regards Mrs Giles

4 November 2019 Whole School Springers Creche: Family Assemblies and FS Afternoon Tea
4 November 2019 Club Participants High 5: Dear parents, Please be advised that High 5 Netball will be finishing at 4.15pm this half term. Kind regards Mrs Giles
23 October 2019 Year 1 English Work
21 October 2019 Years 5 & 6 After School Football Club (Tuesday)
21 October 2019 Years 2, 3 and 4 After School Football Club (Friday)
21 October 2019 Whole School FONS: Non-Uniform Day (8 November 2019)
16 Ocotber 2019 Foundation Stage Superhero Dressing Up Day: Dear Parents, As a grand finale to our Superhero topic we are having a Superhero dressing up day on Thursday 24th October. Please could your child come to school wearing a costume that will be practical for school activities (and easy to remove for going to the toilet). This is completely optional and just for fun, no financial donations required.  Thank you Miss Holme and Mrs Perry
16 October 2019 Year 6 Photo Consent letter
15 October 2019 Year 6 Message from Parents: Year 6 -Leavers Yearbook Order form 
10 October 2019 Year 5 Apron Required: Dear Parents, Please can all year 5 children bring in a named apron for Monday 14th October.  These will get messy! Many thanks Mrs Hydes, Mrs Cross and Miss Edwards
10 October 2019 Year 2 Sewing Volunteers: Dear Parents and Carers, We need volunteers to help Maple and Elm bay children with sewing their puppets.  This will take place on Wednesday 23rd October from 9.00 - 10.30am.  You do not have to be good sewing.  If you are free to help, please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk and Mrs Giles will send you volunteer forms, if not already completed. Many thanks Mrs Dubiel and Mrs Lindop
9 October 2019 Foundation Stage Springers Creche: FS Afternoon Tea
8 October 2019 Foundation Staage Afternoon tea invite
1 October 2019 Whole School Harvest Festival Volunteers: Dear Parents, Those who have volunteered to help with walking to and from St Andrews Church for the Harvest Festival on Friday.  Please come to the school office for 9.15am for the morning service and 1.15pm for the afternoon service. Many thanks Mrs Giles
1 October 2019 Foundation Stage Favourite Story Book: Dear Parents, We would like to know what your child's favourite story book is.  If possible, please can they bring the book into class (labelled with their name) or send us in a photo of the front cover. Many thanks Mrs Perry and Miss Holme
1 October 2019 Year 5

Project: Dear Parents, Please can the year 5 children bring in bags of ripped up newspaper and one toilet roll tube into class for a task by Monday 7th October. Kind regards Mrs Giles

1 October 2019 Year 2 Reminder: Dear Parents, The trip to Hedingham Castle on Thursday will be mainly outdoors.  Please can you ensure your child wears sturdy, old trainers with their school uniform.  They will also need a raincoat and packed lunch which can be in a lunch bag or small rucksack. Kind regards Mrs Giles
1 October 2019 Whole School FONS: Christmas Fundraiser
25 September 2019 Whole School FONS: Halloween Disco
24 September 2019 Whole School Vacancy: SEND LSA
24 September 2019 Whole School Springers Creche: Family Assembly
24 September 2019 Whole School Springers: October Holiday
19 September 2019 Year 5 Year 6 Residential Trip (Windmill Hill 2020)
13 September 2019 Year 6 Year 6 Secondary School Application
13 September 2019 Year 2 Hedingham Castle Reminder: Dear Parents, Just a reminder that the payment deadline for the year 2 trip to Hedingham Castle is today, if you have not already done so. I have attached the original letter for information.  Many thank Mrs Giles
13 September 2019 Year 6 Anglo European Open Evening and Tour Dates
12 September 2019 Year 1 Meet the teacher
12 September 2019 Year 6 Japanese Club
11 September 2019 Year 6 (Cedar) Road Safety Walk
11 September 2019 Club participants (Choir) Royal Albert Hall - Barnados concert
11 September 2019 Year 5 Meet the Teacher Letter
10 September 2019 Year 6 PGL and Meet the Teacher Reminder
10 September 2019 Whole School Parent Letter: Aldi Kit for School
10 September 2019 Year 4 Meet the Teacher Letter
10 September 2019 Year 3 Meet the Teacher Letter
9 September 2019 Years 2 to 4 Computer Club
9 September 2019 Years 1 to 6 Harvest Festival Letter and Harvest Festival Shopping List
9 September 2019 Year 1 Tapestry Journal Pdf downloads
9 September 2019 Year 6 Walking and Mobile Phone arrangements
6 September 2019 Year 5 Greek Day Letter
6 September 2019 Year 4 Colchester Zoo Trip
     

 

2018/2019

Date Relevant Year / Group Subject Matter
22 July 2019 Year 5 Greek Day
22 July 2019 Year 6 (Cedar Bay) Thank you
22 July 2019 Whole School Assessment Summary 2018-2019
22 July 2019 whole School MELFEST Letter
18 July 2019 Whole School SIMS Parent Letter and Handbbook
18 July 2019 Years 3 to 6 Djembi Club Letter: Dear parents, We still have vacancies for our Djembe club that takes place on a Monday after school for years 3, 4, 5 and 6.  If your child is interested in attending the club please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk and payment details will be sent to you. Many thanks Mrs Giles
18 July 2019 Year 1 (Lime), Year 2 (Elm), Year 4 (Chestnut) Year 5 (Sycamore) Swimming Autumn Term for Year 1 (Lime Bay), Year 2 (Elm Bay), Year 4 (Chestnut Bay), Year 5 (Sycamore Bay)
18 July 2019 Year 1 Small Toy: Dear Parents and Carers, Children in year 1 are allowed to bring a small toy into school on Friday.  It must be in a named bag and cannot be electronic (no battery operated or plug in devices). The children will be responsible for looking after their toy. They will only be using them in the classrooms so would need to be appropriate for indoor use. We would like to thank you for all of your support throughout the year. The Year 1 Team
18 July 2019 Year 3 (Holly) Thank you: Dear parents, Just a quick note to say a very big thank you to all of you for the lovely gifts and cards we received from the children yesterday. We were very surprised when they appeared from underneath their tables! Thank you for such thoughtful and generous gifts. Wishing you a good last few days and a lovely summer holiday! Kind regards, Miss Bishop, Mrs Hillman and Mrs Steen
18 July 2019 Year 2 Last Day: Dear Parents/ Carers, For the last day of term tomorrow, the year 2 children are allowed to bring a game or small toy into school.  Please can they bring this in a named carrier bag and the item can not be electronic (no battery or plug in devices).  The children will be responsible for looking after their own game or toy. Many thanks Mrs Dubiel and Mrs Lindop
17 July 2019 Year 5 Plant update: Dear parents, I hope your Gladioli plants are growing well! If you have any pictures of them planted in your garden/house, we would like to see them. If they haven't produced flowers this year, don't panic. They should grow next year. Many Thanks Mrs Hydes and Mr Troughton
17 July 2019 Whole School

Carrier Bags: Dear parents and carers, Please can all children bring in a carrier bag for Friday.  They will be bringing their books home with them. Kind regards Mrs Giles

17 July 2019 Whole School Lost Property: Dear parents, Please ensure you check the lost property box for any items you are missing.  This box will be emptied after school on Friday and items will be disposed of. Kind regards Mrs Giles
17 July 2019 Year 4 (Chestnut) PG Film: Dear Parents and Carers, Chestnut Bay will be watching a film in class tomorrow that may be PG rated.  Please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk if you do not give permission for your child to watch the film. Kind regards Mrs Giles
16 July 2019 Years 1 & 2 Monday Gym Club Letter 
16 July 2019 Years 3 to 6 Friday Gym Club Letter
16 July 2019 Year 4 Carrier Bag: Dear parents, Could you please provide your child with a large carrier bag (with their name on) for Thursday please. Many thanks Mrs Clifton
16 July 2019 Year 6 BBQ: To allow the children to have more time to enjoy themselves we have decided to start the year 6 leaver's BBQ at 6.30pm instead of 7pm. Please bring your child to the back gate at 6.30pm where they will be allowed through on to the playing field ready for the BBQ to start. Many thanks Year 6 Parents and FONS Team
16 July 2019 Year 2 (Elm Bay) Carrier Bag: Dear parents and carers, Please can all of the children in Elm Bay bring in a strong carrier bag tomorrow so they are able to bring home their work and books. Many thanks Mrs Lindop
15 July 2019 Whole School Parking on Nickleby Road: Dear parents/ carers, Please be advised there are currently road works along Nickleby Road and parking is very limited.  Please take this into consideration when collecting your child from school today. Many thanks Mrs Giles
15 July 2019 Years 2, 3 & 4 Friday Football Club Letter
15 July 2019 Years 5 & 6 Tuesday Football Club Letter
8mJuly 2019 Club Participants (Djembe) Djembe Performance: Dear Parent/ Carer, Please come and join the djembe club on Monday 15th July when we will perform some of what we’ve been looking at this term. I’m really pleased with the group’s progress this term and hope you can make it to hear them. We’ll perform to friends and family in the small hall at 4pm (15 minutes before the session usually finishes). Hope to see you there. Mr Reyland - Drum Teacher
8 July 2019 Years 2, 4 & 5 Essex Dance Performance
8 July 2019 Whole School New Classes (Year 1 Paretns will receive individual letters to notify them of their child's class)
8 July 2019 Year 6

Photos: Dear parents, The Year 6 class photos will be coming home today.  Orders can be made online or returned to the office with payment.  Please can payments sent via the office please be returned by Thursday 11th July at the latest. Kind regards Mrs Giles

4 July 2019 Year 2

School Trip: Dear parents, Due to some allergies, please can children not bring strawberries in their packed lunch tomorrow for the school trip.  Thank you for your understanding. Kind regards Mrs Dubiel and Mrs Lindop

3 July 22019 Year 2 Free School Meals
2 July 2019 Selected Pupils Change for Life
2 July 2019 Whole School

Brass Taster Day: Dear parents, Jemma Andrews, who currently offers brass instrument tuition at the school, will be offering a taster day to those who are thinking about learning how to play a brass instrument.  This will be on Thursday 5th September during the school day.  If you would like your child to take part and see if this is something they would like to learn, please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk . Many thanks Mrs Giles 

2 July 2019 Year 2 Southend Reminder letter
2 July 2019 KS2 (Selected Pupils) Archery Letter
1 July 2019 Whole School Zones of Regulation for Parents
1 July 2019 Whole School Creche Flyer - Leavers Assembly and Family Assembly
1 July 2019 Foundation Stage and KS1 Summer Fayre Dance
26 June 2019 Club Participants (High 5) Reminder: Dear parents, Just a reminder there will be no High 5 Netball session tomorrow (Thursday 27th June) after school.  The next session will be on Thursday 4th July. Many thanks Mrs Giles
26 June 2019 Club Participants (Choir) Choir Consent letter
25 June 2019 Year 1 School Trip: Dear parents, Year 1 are very excited about their trip tomorrow.  A few things just to help the day go smoothly.  Children should be in uniform but shoes should be comfortable and appropriate for walking around the farm for the day, wellies are not necessary.  Packed lunch is easier if disposable then the children won't have to carry around with then all day.  Raincoat may be necessary but the weather is looking good.  Children do not need spending money.  We hope to have a lovely day, see you tomorrow morning 8.45 a.m. Many thanks Mrs Coulson
25 June 2019 Year 6 Rehearsal: Dear parents, Please could the year 6 children bring in their costumes for the end of year performance on Friday 5th July.  They will be doing a private dress rehearsal before the one in front of the whole school on Monday 8th July. Many thanks Mrs Giles
24 June 2019 Whole School Library Summer Reading Challenge 2019
24 June 2019 Year 2 Summer Clothes for Assembly: Dear parents, Please can the year 2 children bring in a summer outfit in a named carrier bag for their family assemblies this week.  Examples of summer clothing are shorts, t-shirt, dress, sunglasses, hat etc.  Maple Bay is on Wednesday and Elm Bay is on Friday. Many thanks Mrs Dubiel and Mrs Lindop
24 June 2019 Year 3 (Pine Bay) Recorders: Dear Parents, We will be starting our recorder session on Friday afternoon. If your child has a recorder please could they ensure they bring it in on Friday. If your child does not have a recorder do not worry as we have recorders in school. Kind Regards Miss Riordan 
21 June 2019 Foundation Stage FS - Summer 2 Homework Week 3
21 June 2019 Whole School Nut Allergies
21 June 2019 Whole School World Friendship Day (30th June)
21 June 2019 Year 4 (Beech Bay) Reward Letter
20 June 2019 Whole School Summer Fayre - Glee performance: Dear parents, The Glee club will be performing at 12.00 p.m. at the Summer Fayre on Saturday 6th July.  Children will need to be there from 11.15 a.m. to practice.  Please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk if you are not able to make the performance.  Many thanks Mrs Giles
20 June 2019 Year 5

Year 5 - Gladioli Plant: Dear Parents, Over the next few days your child will be bringing home a gladioli plant they planted in March. They need to be planted in a flower bed. Your child has been instructed on how to look after it. We are having a competition to see who can grow the biggest flower (they do get quite big). Please send in a picture with them in it. You can also send in dimensions. Tallest flower gets a prize! Happy growing! Mrs Hydes and Mr Troughton

19 June 2019 Foundation Stage and Key Stage 1 Sports Day Letter
19 June 2019 Years 5 & 6 Costume Ticket letter
19 June 2019 Year 3 Recorders: Dear Parents/ Carers, We are currently awaiting an order for more recorders.  Once these have been received we will let you know and the online payment will be available again.  The children will still have access to recorders during the lesson. Many thanks Mrs Giles
19 June 2019 Year 6 Message from Mrs Hawkes
19 June 2019 Foundation Stage Homework reminder: Dear Parents/ Carers, If you are unable to print off any homework sheets for any reason, please let the office know and a copy will be sent home with your child. Kind regards Mrs Perry and Miss Holme

 

19 June 2019 Whole Stage FONS: Summer Fayre Donations
19 June 2019 Club Participants (High 5) High 5 Match - 2 July 2019 (Tyrells)
18 June 2019 Year 2 Southend School Trip
18 June 2019 Music Pupils (Drums) Drum Lessons: Dear Parents, There will be drum kit lessons in school this coming Friday 21st June. If your child normally has drum lessons on a Monday, could they please bring in there equipment in on Friday. Mr Reyland will aim to see as many of his drum students as he can throughout the day. Any who don’t get seen will have this extra lesson made up on another day. Many thanks Mrs Giles 
13 June 2019 Foundation Stage  Infants Sports Day (Copy)
13 June 2019 Whole School Springers Vacancy
13 June 2019 Year 3 Recorders letter
13 June 2019 Club Participants (choir)

Dear parents, Please can you email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk if your emergency contact details have changed from the trip to the Royal Albert Hall.  These contact details will be required to be taken offsite on Monday for the Junior Music Festival. Also, this Friday 14th June will be the last choir session of this year and they will return on Friday 20th September 2019. Many thanks Mrs Hydes

6 June 2019 Year 5 11+ Letter to Parents
6 June 2019 Club Participants (choir) Reminder: Dear parents, Please be reminded that there will be no choir session tomorrow after school.  Choir will resume on Friday 14th June. Many thanks Mrs Giles
6 June 2019 Year 6 High 5 Letter
24 May 2019 Year 1 Marsh Farm Letter
23 May 2019 Foundation Stage Homework: Dear parents/ carers, The children will be bringing home a sheet about technology.  This is their homework over half term to replace their usual books.  Please could this be returned after half term on Monday 3rd June. Many thanks, Mrs Perry and Miss Holme
22 May 2019 Years 2, 3 & 4 Friday: After School Football
22 May 2019 Years 5 & 6 Tuesday: After School Football
20 May 2019 Whole School Lost Property:  Dear parents/carers, Please ensure you check the lost property box, located in the playground, before the children break up on Thursday 23rd May if you are missing any items.  The contents will be emptied and disposed of during half term. Many thanks Mrs Giles
15 May 2019 Year 4 Times Table Letter
15 May 2019 Music Pupils (Cello) Cancelled: Dear parents, Miss Adejayan will not be in school on Monday 20th May for Cello lessons.  She will be back on Monday 3rd June and will make up time that has been missed from the 13th and 20th May sessions. Many thanks Mrs Giles
13 May 2019 Club participants (Hugh 5) High 5 Netball Match: Kings Road
10 May 2019 Year 6 SATS 2019
9 May 2019 Year 5 Kegs Summer Tours
9 May 2019 Year 1 Homework
9 May 2019 Whole School Springers Creche: Assemblies and Summer Concert
8 May 2019 Whole School Pre-School Cake Sale
     
3 May 2019 Years 3 & 4 GoldilockS & the 3 bears DVD : Dear parents, We have extended the deadline to order a copy of the Year 3 & 4 performance to Wednesday 8th May. The original letter is attached for your information.  We are selling these at cost price and the school does not receive anything from these sales but we do need to sell a minimum amount of copies in order for the order to be processed. Many thanks Mrs Giles Receptionist
3 May 2019 Club Participants (Dodgeball) Dodgeball Reminder: Dear parents, Just a reminder that Dodgeball resumes on Friday 10th May. Many thanks Mrs Giles
2 May 2019 Club Participants (Choir) Junior Music festival: Ticket letter
 2 May 2019 Foundation Stage East Hanningfield initial letter
30 April 2019 Whole School Sun Safety Bulletin
30 April 2019 Whole School Changes to payment details (SIMS Pay)
30 April 2019 KS2 KS2 Sports Day
29 April 2019 Club Participants (Choir) Sports day letter for choir members
29 April 2019 Year 5 (Rowan) PE Reminder: Dear parents, Please ensure your child has their PE kit which is to remain in school at all times (except swimming kits).  Please also ensure your child brings in a water bottle to school each day. Many thanks   Mrs Hydes
26 April 2019 Year 6 PGL Pocket Money letter
26 April 2019 Year 2 PE Summer Term: Dear parents, Year 2 will have outdoor PE on a Wednesday and Friday during the Summer term.  Please ensure your child has the full PE kit in school with trainers. Many thanks Mrs Dubiel & Mrs Lindop
26 April 2019 Club Participants (Dodgeball) Reminder: Just a reminder that dodgeball starts back after school on Friday 10th May. Many thanks Mrs Giles
26 April 2019 Whole School School Events Calendar
25 April 2019 Foundation Stage (Willow Bay) Letter from Mrs Perry
25 April 2019 Years 1 to 3 Computer Club: Computer Xplorers Letter
5 April 2019 Whole School Parental Engagement: Dear parents and carers, Essex County Council are running a parental consultation about the future and development of SEND provision in Essex (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities). The Essex Family Forum are running workshops to look more closely at the themes and they would like your support. Please see the attached flyer for more details and information about how to book a place.  Miss Hawkes
5 April 2019 Year 6 PGL Meeting: Dear parents, There will be a meeting for parents and children, regarding the upcoming Year 6 residential trip on Tuesday 21st May ay 3.30 p.m. in the Small Hall.  Look forward to seeing you there. Many thanks Mrs Goodfellow and Mrs Rusby
4 April 2019 Whole School Letter for Attain Parents
4 April 2019 Year 6

Maths Booklet: Dear Parents, Your child has been given a maths booklet consisting of word problems to complete over the Easter holidays. Please ensure working out is clearly set out in the spaces provided. This work is due in on Wednesday 24th April. Thank you for your continued support and wishing you all a Happy Easter. Mrs Goodfellow and Mrs Rusby

1 April 2019 Whole School Online Safety Parents Session by The 2 Johns
1 April 2019 Whole School PE Kits
1 April 2019 Years 1 to 6 Spelling Shed letter
1 April 2019 Whole School Lost Property Box: Dear Parents and Carers, Please can you ensure you check the lost property box before the end of term on Friday.  Any items that are left, will be emptied and disposed of. Many thanks Mrs Giles
29 March 2019 Year 1 Castle Week letter (Request for cardboard)
29 March 2019 Year 1 Reminder: Stave House Musci Award Level 1
29 March 2019 Years 3 & 4 Performance Reminder: Dear Parents, Just a reminder that children will need to bring in their costumes on Tuesday 2nd April for the dress rehearsal. Tickets will be sent home with children on Monday.  Please ensure you have booked these online. Children will need to be brought to their classrooms at 5.45 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday ready for the evening performances.  Many thanks Mrs Clifton
29 March 2019 KS2 Cancellation: Dear parents, There will be no homework club after school on Thursday 4th April 2019. Many thanks Mrs Giles
28 March 2019 Whole School FONS: Bag2School Letter
27 March 2019 Whole School SEND Coffee Morning
25 March 2019 Whole School Springers Holiday Club
25 March 2019 Years 3 to 6 Gym Club Interest Letter (Monday)
25 March 2019 Years 3 to 6 (Existing club members) Gym Club renewal Letter and Payment detail (Monday club)
25 March 2019 Years 1 to 6 Times table Rockstar
25 March 2019 Years 3 - 6 Dodgeball Interest Letter (Friday after school club)
25 march 2019 Years 3 - 6 Dodgeball Renewal Letter and Payment detail
25 March 2019 Years 1 - 2 Multisports Renewal Letter and Payment details
25 March 2019 Whole School Springers Creche
25 March 2019 Years 1 - 2 Gym Club Interest Letter (Friday)
25 March 2019 Years 1 - 2 Gym Club Renewal letter and Payment details
22 March 2019 Foundation Stage, Year 1 and  3 to 5 Swimming Letters for Willow, Ash, Holly, Beech and Rowan
20 March 2019 Whole School Safer School App
19 March 2019 Year 2 Stave House Music Award Level 2
19 March 2019 Year 1 Stave House Music Award Level 1
19 March 2019 Club Participants (High 5) Tournament: Dear parents, The above has been rescheduled to take place on 1st April at Great Baddow High School.  There is no need to give consent again but can you please confirm transport arrangements if they have now changed. Many thanks Mrs Giles
19 March 2019 Year 2 (selected pupils) Reminder: Dear parents, Please ensure you bring your child to their classroom for 8.30 a.m. tomorrow morning to ensure the coach can depart at 8.45 a.m. for the Infant Music Festival. Many thanks Mrs Giles
19 March 2019 Key Stage 2 Djembi Club Summer Term Letter
19 March 2019 Club Participants (Djembi)

Reminder: Dear parent/ carer, A reminder that there is no Djembe Club next Monday 25th March. The 10th and final session will take place on Monday 1st April, finishing with a performance to friends and family. The group have worked hard again this term and we'd love for you to come and see what we've been working on. The group will perform in the small hall at 4pm (15 minutes before the session ends). I hope you can join us. Many thanksTim Reyland - Drum Teacher

18 March 2019 Club Participants (Choir) Cancelled: Dear parents, There will be no choir session after school on Friday 22nd March.  Please ensure your child is collected from school at the usual time of 3.15 p.m. Many thanks Mrs Giles
18 March 2019 Foundation Stage

Spelling bee Final: Dear parents, The Foundation Stage children will not be taking part in the Spelling Bee Final tomorrow and therefore no need to wear yellow and black.  Apologies for any confusion caused. Kind regards Mrs Giles

15 March 2019 Whole School Lost Property Box: Dear parents, The lost property box, located in the playground, is now overflowing.  Please can you ensure you check the box at drop off and pick up if you are missing any items.  Any items that are left on the last day of term will be disposed of.  Thank you for your cooperation. Many thanks Mrs Giles
14 March 2019 Whole School Homework Club: Dear parents, Homework club on a Thursday after school 3.15 - 3.45 p.m. will now be for children in KS2 only as children in KS1 will no longer be set homework using MyMaths. Kind regards Mrs Giles
13 March 2019 Club Participants (Hockey) Quick Sticks Hockey Tournament Letter
11 March 2019 Club particpants (Choir) Junior Music Festival
11 March 2019 Whole School Springers Creche Flyer
11 March 2019 Club Participants (Hockey)

Dear parents, Just a reminder that the final session was last week.  There will be a one off tournament on the morning of Wednesday 27th, details will be sent shortly. Many thanks Mrs Giles

4 March 2019 Whole School Termly Learning Conferences Letter 
4 March 2019 Whole School Online Safety and 7 Conversation Topics
4 March 2019 Year 6 High 5 Payment Letter (Spring)
1 March 2019 Whole School Information about POET Survey
1 March 2019 Whole School Reading Cafe
28 February 2019 Years 3 to 6 FONS: Junior Bingo
28 February 2019 Whole School Springers Creche
28 February 2019 Whole School Lost property: Dear parents, Please ensure you check the lost property box that is located in the playground for any items you may be missing.  This box has become quite full over the last couple of days with the recent change in weather. Many thanks Mrs Giles
27 February 2019 Year 3 & 4 Production Costume Letter
26 February 2019 Year 2 (Selected Children) Infant Music Festival
26 February 2019 Club Participants (High 5) High 5 Match
26 February 2019 Year 4 Reminder: Ancient Egyptian Day - Please see the attached letter.  Please ensure payment is made online as soon as possible if you have not already done so.  No child will be excluded because of an inability to pay, however, if insufficient contributions are received then the activity will have to be cancelled as the school has no funding for activities of this nature.  Should you need to discuss your contribution you may do so in confidence by contacting the school office or email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk .  Many thanks Mrs Giles
15 February 2019 Foundation Stage FS Tricky Words Set 1, Set 2, Set 3, Set 4, Set 5 and Set 6
15 February 2019 Years 5 and 6 After School Football Club Spring 2019 (Tuesday)
15 February 2019 Years 2 to 4 After School Football Club Spring 2019 (Friday)
15 February 2019 Foundation Stage Half-Term Task
8 February 2019 Club Participants (Choir) Cancelled: Dear parents, There will be no choir session after school on Friday 15th February. Many thanks Mrs Giles
8 February 2019 Club Participants (Year 2 -4 Football)  Cancelled: Dear parents, Due to the current weather forecast, we have made the decision to cancel Football after school today for Years 2, 3 & 4. Many thanks Mrs Giles
8 February 2019 Year 1 Homework: Dear parents, Due in: 28th February. Your task is to create your very own dragon. First design what your dragon egg looks like, then make your dragon egg (you can use a polystyrene egg and decorate it or if you’re feeling very brave papier mache!) and then draw what your dragon will look like when it hatches. Remember to label your drawings. From Year 1 Team
7 February 2019 Year 2 (Maple Bay) Swimming: Dear parents, There will be no swimming for Maple Bay on Wednesday 13th February. Many thanks Mrs Giles
6 February 2019 Year 3 Colchester Castle Reminder: Dear parents and carers, Just a reminder that the deadline for payment for the attached event, is to be paid by this Friday 8th February if you have not already done so. If you have any queries regarding this, please contact the School Office at reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk. Many thanks Mrs Giles
6 February 2019 Whole School Science Week Reminder: Dear parents and carers, Just a reminder that the deadline for payment for the attached event, is to be paid by this Friday 8th February if you have not already done so. If you have any queries regarding this, please contact the School Office at reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk
Many thanks
6 February 2019 Year 4 Ancient Egypt -Portals to the Past
6 February 2019 Selected Pupils Change 4 Life
6 February 2019 Year 5 Zoolab reminder: Dear parents and carers, Just a reminder that the deadline for payment for the attached event, is to be paid by this Friday 8th February if you have not already done so. If you have any queries regarding this, please contact the School Office at reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk
5 February 2019 Club Participants (High 5) Reminder: High 5 Match at Newlands 
5 February 2019 Foundation Stage (Selected pupils) Balance ability festival
4 February 2019 Year 5 Reminder: Muffins
4 February 2019 Music Pupils (Guitar)

Postphoned: Mr Calabro will not be in school on Thursday 7th February for guitar lessons.  He will add a lesson on Thursday 28th March to make up for this.

1 February 2019 Selected Pupils Reminder: ICT consent
29 January 2019 Year 5 ZooLab letter
29 January 2019 Year 6 Photo consent for Leavers book 
29 January 2019 Year 4 Superstars Competition
29 January 2019 Club Participants High 5 Match at Newlands
28 January 2019 Whole School Springers Creche
28 January 2019 Year 5  Muffin DT Project
28 January 2019 Whole School Science week
25 January 2019 Year 1 (selected Pupils) Smash Festival
25 January 2019 Club Participants (High 5) High 5: Dear parents, High 5's will be held in the Small Hall this evening.  Please collect your children from the door at the back of the Small Hall. Many thanks , Mrs Giles
25 January 2019 Years 4 to 6 Compuyer Xplorers: Registration form
25 January 2019 Whole School Kids Inspire Lunch Club Flyer
25 January 2019 Year 1 Homework: Good Afternoon, Today we have set homework on DB Primary.  We have set 2 maths tasks and a phonics task.  This homework is available for the next 7 days. Please see your child’s teacher if you have any problems. Thanks Year 1 Team
24 Janaurary 2019 Club Particpants (Football) Times:  Dear parents, After school Football Club will be reverting back to the finishing time of 4.30pm from next week. Many thanks, Mrs Giles
24 Janaurary 2019 Whole School FONS: Adult Bingo
21 January 2019 Year 2 Australia Day: Dear parents, On Friday 25th January we are celebrating Australia Day as part of our topic.  Children are welcome to come in dressed in an Australian theme.  This can be colours of the flag or anything else related to the topic.  No contributions are required to take part. Many thanks Mrs Dubiel and Mrs Lindop
21 January 2019 Whole School CCFC: Dear parents, Chelmsford City Football Club came to visit the children during assembly last week and have kindly given each child, a family ticket (2 adults and 2 children) to watch them play Hungerford Town on Saturday 2nd February.  Your child will be bringing this home with them today. Many thanks Mrs Giles
18 January 2019 Year 2 (Elm Bay) Outdoor PE kit
18 January 2019 Whole School Springers Creche
18 January 2019 Whole School Springers Holiday Club Flyer
17 January 2019 Year 1 Meet the Teacher Letter
17 January 2019 Year 5 KEGS tours for Spring 2019
17 January 2019 Foundation Stage Homework: Dear parents, Homework will now be sent out on a Tuesday and we would like it handed in by the following Monday to allow more time for completion. Many thanks Mrs Perry
15 January 2019 Selected Pupils Athletics Final
15 January 2019 Year 5 Meet the Teacher
15 January 2019 Year 6 Year 6 Leavers Party
15 January 2019 Whole School Reminder: ICT Consent
14 January 2019 FS (Oak Bay) Message for Oak Bay Parents
14 January 2019 Year 3 Colchester Castle trip
11 January 2019 Year 3 Meet the Teacher Letter
11 January 2019 Year 4 Meet the Teacher Letter
11 January 2019 Whole School Updated Calendar of School Events for the Spring Term
11 January 2019 Whole School Job Vacancy: Relief Domestic Assistant
11 January 2019 Year 5 Reminder: Science Museum Trip
11 January 2019 Year 6 Meet the Teacher
11 January 2019 Year 6 Year 6 Leavers Book: Photo Consent
11 January 2019 FS and KS1 FONS: Skittleman
11 January 2019 Year 2 Meet the Teacher Letter
10 January 2019 Foundation Stage Homework: Tricky Words Set 1, Set 2 and Set 3
9 January 2019 Foundation Stage Phonics and Reading Workshops
9 January 2019 Year 3 Meet the Teacher Letter
7 January 2019 Whole School SEND Coffee Morning
7 January 2019 Years 3 to 6 Glee Club letter
7 January 2019 Year 6 High 5 Netball Letter
4 January 2019 Whole School Meet the teacher Reminder: Dear parents, Just a reminder of the Meet the Teacher sessions next week.  These will take place straight after school, in the classrooms, at 3.15pm on the following days. Tuesday 8th January (Year 1 and Year 2); Wednesday 9th January (Year 3 and Year 4); Thursday 10th January (Year 5); Friday 11th January (Year 6). Many thanks Mrs Giles
4 january 2019 Year 3 (Pine) Swimming Volunteers: Dear parents, Pine Bay will be swimming on Thursday afternoons from next week.  We need some parent volunteers to help with the sessions in order for them to go ahead.  All help is very much appreciated and if there are a few volunteers a rota could be organised and therefore help would not be needed every week.  Please email me at reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk or let Miss Riordan know if you are able to help. Many thanks Mrs Giles
4 January 2019 Year 5 Year 5 Maths Homework: Dear parents, Maths Homework for Year 5 may be set on DB Primary from time to time.  The children will be informed where to find their homework each week. Many thanks Mrs Hydes and Mr Troughton
4 January 2019 KS1 DVD Baubles!: Dear parents, Please be reminded that today is the last day for payments to order the Baubles! DVD.  Payment can be made online at www.payyourschool.co.uk . Many thanks Mrs Giles
4 January 2019 Whole School NS ICT Consent Letter
3 January 2019 Club Participants (High 5) High 5 Spring Term Payment Letter 2019 
3 January 2019 Club Participants (Swim Team) Swimming Gala: Dear parents, Children who are part of the Swimming Gala team, training resumes on Monday 7th January. Many thanks Mrs Giles
19 December 2018 Whole School Lost Property: Dear parents, Please ensure you check the lost property box that is located in the playground for any items you may be missing.  This box will be emptied over the Christmas break. Many thanks Mrs Giles
18 December 2018 Years 2, 3 & 4 After School Football (Friday)
18 December 2018 Years 5 & 6 After School Football (Tuesday)
18 December 2018 Year 2

Message from Teachers: Dear parents, Children are welcome to bring in a toy or game tomorrow for the last day of term.  Please ensure these are not electrical items. Many thanks Mrs Lindop and Mrs Dubiel

18 December 2018 Year 3 (Holly) Thank you Message for Parents (Holly)
18 December 2018 Foundation Stage

Message for FS: Dear parents, Your child's reading books and homework folders have been taken in for the holidays and will be sent out again in the new year. Many thanks Mrs Perry and Miss Holme

13 December 2018 Whole School SevereWeather Protocol
13 December 2018 EYFS and Key Stage 1 DVD Baubles
13 December 2018 Whole School Sickness Procedures: Dear parents, Please be reminded that if your child is unwell with diarrhoea or vomiting, they are to stay absent from school until 48 hours has passed since the last bout.  This is important to prevent further spreading of the virus. Please report any absences by telephoning the school office or emailing absence@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk. Many thanks Mrs Giles
12 December 2018 Music Pupils (Drums) Music tuition letter and Essex Music Services Registration
12 December 2018 Club Participants (Choir) Cancelled: Dear parents, There will be no choir session after school on Friday 14th December.  They will resume on Friday 18th January. Many thanks Mrs Giles
11 December 2018 Year 3

New Topic - Roman

10 December 2018 Whole School

Christmas Jumpers: Dear parents/ carers, Friday 14th December will be our Christmas Lunch.  Children are permitted to wear a Christmas jumper during the day along with their usual school uniform.  This is completely voluntary and no donation is required.  Many thanks Mrs Giles

7 December 2018 Year 1 (Lime) Request: Dear parents; We are in need of some helpers for swimming on Monday afternoon for Lime bay.  Please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk if you are able to help.  Many thanks Mrs Giles
7 December 2018 Year 6 Dahl Day
7 December 2018 Springers Participants Springers Christmas Party
7 December 2018 Years 3 to 5 Gym Club (Monday) Interest letter
7 December 2018 Club Participants (Choir) Reminder: Just to confirm that Choir is still running today after school and will finish at 4pm as usual. Many thanks Mrs Giles
6 December 2018 Year 1 & 2 Multisports Afterschool Club Interest Letter and Payment Letter
6 December 2018 Year 3 yo 6 Dodgeball Club  Interest LetterNew Starter letter and Payment letter
6 December 2018 Years 3 to 5 Gym Club (Monday) New Starter letter
4 December 2018 Year 5 Lab Coats
4 December 2018 Yea 5 DT Project (17/12/2018)
4 December 2018 Whole School FONS: Christmas Disco (13/12/2018)
4 December 2018 Club Participants (High 5) Reminder: Dear parents, Just a reminder that there will be no High 5's session this week and the last session of the term will be on Thursday 13th December. Many thanks Mrs Giles
3 December 2018 Year 2 (Maple) Message from Mrs Dubiel
30 November 2018 Year 5 Science trip Reminder: Dear parents, Payment for the Year 5 trip to the Science Museum of £20.50 must be received by Monday 3rd December at the latest.  If we do not receive payment the trip will have to be cancelled.  Payment can be made online www.payyourschool.co.uk or a cheque can be handed into the office.  If you would like to discuss your payment, please contact the school office.  Many thanks Mrs Giles
30 November 2018 Club Participants (Choir)

Reminder: Dear parents, Just a reminder there will be no more choir practice after school today. Choir practice will be on again next week on Friday 7th December.   They will also be performing at the Christmas Bazaar on the 7th December at 6.30-6.50pm.  Many thanks Mrs Giles

29 November 2018 Springers  Springers Christmas Party
29 November 2018 Whole School Springers December and flyer for other events
29 November 2018 Whole School Cancelled: Please be aware that homework club will not be running after school today due the Termly Learning Conferences taking place. Many thanks, Mrs Giles
28 November 2018 Key Stage 1 FS and KS1 Performance - Arrangements for the performance
28 November 2018 Selected Pupils All In Festival letter
28 November 2018 Year 2 Sewing: Dear parents, We need some volunteers to help with sewing with both our Year 2 classes on Friday 30th November 9.00 - 10.15am.  Please email reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk if you are able to help.  We need more help particularly for Elm Bay please.  Many thanks Mrs Giles Receptionist
23 November 2018 Years 5 & 6 Hockey Club
23 November 2018 Years 3 & 4 Construction Club
23 November 2018 Music Students (Guitar) Guitar Assembly: Mr Calabro has arranged for your child to play a guitar piece during the Junior's Assembly on Tuesday 11th December at 10.25am.  We would like to invite parents to the assembly.  Please could you reply to  reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk if you are able to attend. Many thanks Mrs Giles
23 November 2018 Whole School NHS information guides on three common ailments that can be used by parents as a guide for symptoms and treatment: Head Injury advice for parents, Diarrhoea & Vomiting advice for children aged 0 - 5 years and Bronchiolitis advice sheet for babies/children under 2 years.
23 November 2018 Club Particpants (Football)

Football Club: Dear parents, Due to the darker evenings, from today the after school football club's on Tuesdays and Fridays will be finishing at 4.15pm.  Collection will be from the back gate as usual. Many thanks Mrs Giles

23 November 2018 Choir Participants (Choir) Final Arrangements for Trip
22 November 2018 Whole School FONS: Mrs Claus Kitchen
22 November 2018 Whole School Springers Creche for September and for Other Events
22 November 2018 Whole School Termly Learning Conference
20  November 2018 Years 5 & 6

Cancelled: Due to weather conditions we are cancelling Years 5 & 6 Football Club after school today.  Please ensure your child is collected from school at 3.15pm as usual. Many thanks 

19 November 2018 Years 3 to 6 Colouring Club
19 November 2018 Years 4 to 6 Card Game Club
19 November 2018 Whole School NHS Workshop for Parents
19 November 2018 Year 5 Hockey Club
19 November 2018 Key Stage 2 Djembi Club
19 November 2018 Year 6 Knitter Knatter Club
19 November 2018 Years 2 to 4 Film Club
16 November 2018 Whole School FONS - For Sale Boards Christmas Bazaar
16 November 2018 Club Participants (Djembi) Djembi Performance: Dear Parent/ Carer, We are nearly at the end of another term of African Drumming! We'd love for you to come along and see what we've been working on this term. On Monday 26th November at 4pm (15 minutes before the session ends) we will do a performance for family and friends in the small hall. This is the last session of the term. It would be great to see you there. Many thanks Tim Reyland - Drum Teacher
16 November 2018 Year 2 Christmas Performance Costume Letter: Dear parents and carers, The Year 2 children should of brought home their costume letters on Wednesday providing details of what they will need for the upcoming Christmas performance of 'Baubles!'.  If you have any questions regarding the costumes, please let us know. Many thanks Mrs Dubiel and Mrs Lindop
16 November 2018 Year 6 DT Cooking Volunteers: Dear Parents, As part of our DT unit this term, Year 6 will be cooking a war time recipe.  This will be done with the children in groups in the small kitchen that we are fortunate enough to have at school.  We are therefore appealing for parent helpers who would be willing and able to come in on the morning of Monday 10th December, or the morning or afternoon of Tuesday 11th December to help the groups in the kitchen.  Mrs Fowles will also be helping out during the morning sessions while class teachers will be with the remaining children in the classroom. If you are able to help out, please let the office know. Thank you in advance
Mrs Rusby and Mrs Goodfellow
16 November 2018 Whole School Flumpets: Dear parents and carers, We sold out of the very popular Flumpets and stickers during break time today.  Just to let you know, we will have some more Flumpets for sale (£2 each) at break time on Tuesday next week.  Unfortunately we will not have anymore stickers for sale. Many thanks Mrs Giles
16 November 2018 Foundation Stage (Willow) Willow Assembly: Dear parents and carers, Just to let you know that the children will be bringing home the words for their family assembly in the their book bags today. Many thanks Mrs Perry
16 November 2018 Foundation Stage (Willow) Willow Bay Costume Letter
16 November 2018    
16 November 2018 Year 5 Science Museum trip
15 November 2018 Whole School  Epping Cake Sale
13 November 2018 Year 6 (SPruce Bay) Morrisons Trip
13 November 2018 Years 2 to 6 Times Tables Letter
13 November 2018 Whole School Headlice letter and Leaflet
12 November 2018 Whole School Termly Learning Conference Letter and Information Leaflet
12 November 2018 Whole School Springers Creche
9 November 2018 Club Participants (High 5) Cold weather: Dear parents, Due to the colder weather towards the end of the session, please ensure your child has suitable clothing such as jumpers/ leggings/ track suit bottoms each week for High 5's.  Many thanks Mrs Giles
9 November 2018 Whole School NHS Workshop for Parents
7 November 2018 Foundation Stage Springers Creche: Afternoon tea party
6 November 2018 Whole School Preschool Cake Sale
2 November 2018 Foundation Stage Springers Creche: Afternoon tea party
2 November 2018 Whole School Springers Creche: family Assemblies
1 November 2018 Year 2 Toys Picnic: Dear parents and carers, Tomorrow, Friday 2nd November, year 2 will be having a 'Toys' Picnic'.  The children can bring in a toy to school for the picnic but we ask that it is nothing too precious, expensive or electronic. Many thanks Mrs Dubiel and Mrs Lindop
1 November 2018 Year 5 Family Assembly:  Dear parents and carers, For the upcoming year 5 family assemblies we would like the children to dress up as the Doctor from Doctor Who.  They can choose which doctor to dress up as (think bow ties, jacket, scarf, hat, torch etc).  They are to come into school wearing their outfit and should bring their school uniform in a named carrier bag. Mr Troughton - Sycamore - Wednesday 14th November Mrs Hydes - Rowan - Friday 16th November.  Many thanks Mrs Hydes and Mr Troughton
31 October 2018 Foundation Stage Afternoon Tea Party
30 October 2018 Whole School FONS Winter Fundraiser: Poster
30 October 2018 Year 6 High 5 Netball Nov-Dec Payment Letter
29 October 2018 Whole School FONS: Non-uniform Day
29 October 2018 Year 4 (selected pupils) Bowls Trip
29 October 2018 Year 6

IMPORTANT – Secondary School Applications Deadline: Is your child in year 6? The statutory closing date for applications from parents of Year 6 children (for a secondary school place in Year 7 from September 2019) is 31st October 2018. Applications can be made via the website www.essex.gov.uk/admissions . Natalie Hawkes

29 October 2018 Year 2 PE lessons this half term:  Dear parents/ carers, Year 2 will be having their outdoor PE lessons on a Thursday this half term with specialist PE Teachers.  Just for your information the schedule will be as follows. Maple - Outdoors on Thursdays, Indoors on Fridays. Elm - Outdoor on Thursdays, Swimming on Wednesdays, Many thanks Mrs Giles
19 October 2018 Whole School Poppies: Dear parents and carers, As usual we will be selling poppies in school as part of the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal 2018.  We suggest a minimum donation of 50p and poppies will be sold in the classrooms every afternoon after half term until Friday 9th November.  Please send your child in with their donation if they would like a poppy.  For younger children (Foundation Stage and KS1) it may be useful if you place any coins/ donations in a named envelope for them to give to their class teacher ready for the sale in the afternoon.  Many thanks Mrs Giles  Receptionist
17 October 2018 Year 5 Seesaw ReminderLetter
17 October 2018 Years 2 to 6 Years 2, 3 & 4 Afterschool Football club letter and Years 5 & 6 Afterschool Football Club
15 October 2018 Whole School Springers: Creche Flyer
12 October 2018 Foundation Stage Superhero Dress up Day
12 October 2018 Club Particpants (High 5) High 5 Match Letter
11 October 2018 Club Participants (Choir) Choir Arrangements
11 October 2018 Year 5 Greek Feast Reminder: Just a reminder that Year 5 will be having their Greek Feast on the morning of Thursday 18th October
9 October 2018 Whole School Message from the Police: CSE Hotline Letter
9 October 2018 Foundation Stage and Year 3

Change in Date: Dear parents, Please note the family assembly dates have changed for the Year 3 classes.  New dates are shown below.

  • Wednesday 31st October - Pine Bay - Miss Riordan
  • Friday 2nd November - Holly Bay - Miss Bishop
  • Wednesday 28th November - Oak Bay - Miss Holme
  • Friday 20th November - Willow Bay - Mrs Perry

Mrs Giles, Receptionist

9 October 2018 Year 3 (Pine Bay) Message from Teacher
9 October 2018 Year 2

Family Assembly: Dear parents and carers, Please can your child bring in their 'Great Fire of London' outfits in a named carrier bag on the day of their family assembly. Wednesday 10th October - Maple Bay - Mrs Dubiel ;Friday 12th October - Elm Bay - Mrs Lindop. Many thanks  Mrs Giles, Receptionist

8 October 2018 Whole School Springers: October Holiday Club.  Please see the attached from Springers.  Booking closes on Friday 12th October.
8 October 2018 Music Participants (Cello) Cancelled: Dear parents, Unfortunately, Jenny Adejayen will not be in school today so cello lessons will not be going ahead.  She has advised she will make up the missed lesson this term and will keep you informed. Mrs Giles,Receptionist
5 October 2018 Club participants (Choir) Choir Update
4 October 2018 Whole School Service of blessing of pets
3 October 2018 Foundation Stage (Oak Bay) Message for Oak Bay
1 October 2018 Years 1 to 6 MyMaths update: Dear Parents, A number of parents have highlighted an issue with ‘Click and Drag’ on the MyMaths app. To enable this functionality on a tablet, you will first need to click on the 3 dots in the top right or lower-right corner of the screen and then on the second image click on Theatre (full screen). This will fix the screen and you will now be able to click and drag. If you are experiencing the same issue on a computer please ensure that the Adobe Flashplayer has been enabled within the browser.  Mrs Giles, Receptionist (technical Sheet)
28 September 2018 Whole School Harvest Festival reminder
28 September 2018 Whole School FONS Halloween Disco
27 September 2018 Year 6 Special Arrangements for Year 6
27 September 2018 Year 5 Greek Feast Letter
27 September 2018 Years 4 - 6 Oliver newsflash
26 September 2018 Whole School  Essex Primary Scitt Flyer: Thinking of a career in teaching
26 September 2018 Whole School Kids Inspire Lunch Club
25 September 2018 Year 4 Reminder: Colchester Zoo
24 September 2018 Whole School Message from Library: Welcome back to the Library
21 September 2018 Year 1 (Lime) & Year 2 (Elm) Change in Swimming Dates
18 September 2018 Whole School Parenting Group Flyer18 September 2018
18 September 2018 Year 4 Colchester Zoo Reminder
18 September 2018 Whole School Community Newsletter from Anglia Ruskin Univeristy Autumn 2018
18 September 2018 Whole School New Hall Open Morning
17 September 2018 Year 2 Action Required: Great Fire of London Reminder
17 September 2018 Year 6 End of Year Celebration (Message from Parents)
17 September 2018 Year 5 &6 Anglo European School Open Day 2019
17 September 2018 Whole School Health Drop-in Sessions
14 September 2018 Club Participants (Choir) Banardos Inital Letter and Ticket Letter
14 September 2018 Years 1 to 6 Harvest Festival Letter
13 September 2018 Whole School School Events for the Autumn Term
11 September 2018 Year 2 & 6 Meet the Teacher Year 2 and Year 6
6 September 2018 Year 2 Great Fire of London Day
6 September 2018 Year 4 Colchester Zoo Trip
6 September 2018 Year 6 High 5 Club: Dear Parents, We are still taking names of children interested in joining the after school High 5 club. If your child would like to participate,  please let the school office know by Monday 10th September. The club runs every Thursday 3.30 - 4.30 pm and costs £3.00 per session. Regards Mrs Giles
5 September 2018 Years 5 & 6 After School Football Club (Tuesday)
5 September 2018 Years 2, 3 & 4 After School  Football Club (Friday) 
5 September 2018 Year 1 (Lime) & Year 2 (Elm) Swimming: Request for volunteers ELM nd LIME
4 September 2018 Year 6 Prefect Letter
6 September 2018 Year 1 (Lime), 2 (Elm), 4 (Chestnut) and 5 (Sycamore) Autumn Term Swimming: LIME, ELM, CHESTNUT, SYCAMORE  Dear Parents, Please see attached a letter giving information about your child's swimming lessons this term. We are looking for volunteers to help us with this and if you are able to spare any time, please contact the school office via email : reception@newlandsspring.essexs.sch.uk) or by telephone  01245 442031 Many thanks Mrs Giles

 

2017/2018

Date Relevant Year / Group Subject Matter
13 August 2018 Years 1 and 2 Multisports Club Interest Letter
25 July 2018 Years 3 to 6 Monday Gym Club: Dear Parents, Please find attached a letter from Elite Basketball regarding the Monday morning gym club.  Please make a payment via their website www.elitebasketballuk.co.uk. as soon as possible. If your child does not wish to continue with this club , please advise the school office by emailing reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.ukRegards Mrs Weatherhead
25 July 2018 Year 2 Monday Gym Club: Dear Parent, As your child is now going into Year 3, they no longer qualify for the KS1 Gym Club on Friday mornings.  We do have a similar club for KS2 children on a Monday morning, run by Elite Basketball still and if your child would like to switch over to the new day, please email the school office on reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk.  At the same time, can we ask that you make payment for the club via the provider's website at www.elitebasketballuk.co.uk. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
25 July 2018 Years 1 & 2 Friday Gym Club:  Dear Parents, We have a small number of places available in our Friday morning Gym Club; if your child is interested in joining, please let the school office know by emailing reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.ukSpaces will be allocated by picking the names from a hat and interest must be registered by 1st September.  We will advise you if your child is successful and those not allocated a place will go on the waiting list until a space is available.  Sessions are provided by Elite Basketball UK and are priced at £3.00 per session (payable direct to the provider). Sessions are between 8.00 am until 8.45 am and take place in the new hall. Mrs Weatherhead
25 July 2018 Years 1 & 2 Friday Gym Club: Dear Parents, Please find attached a letter from Elite Basketball regarding the Friday morning gym club.  Please make a payment via their website www.elitebasketballuk.co.uk. as soon as possible. If your child does not wish to continue, please advise the school office. Regards Mrs Weatherhead
25 July 2018 Years 3 to 6 Djembe Letter: Dear Parents, Please see attached a renewal letter for Djembe club next term.  If your child no longer wishes to participate, please let the school office know. Mrs Weatherhead
24 July 2018 Year 5 Osmington 2019 Trip  (Year 6 pupils in September 2018)
24 July 2018 Foundation Stage Tapestry: Dear Parent, We hope you have enjoyed your child’s online journal whilst they have been in Foundation Stage. In preparation for the next academic year your access to their online journal will be removed on 24th August 2018. The contents of your child’s journal has been exported as a pdf file and will be available for you to download should you wish to keep a copy of the journal. The file will be available to download from Tapestry until the 20th of August after which time it will be deleted and no longer available.  Mrs Perry and Miss Holmes
23 July 2018 Years 5 & 6

DVDs - The Amazing Adventures of Super Stan (order letter):

 

23 July 2018 Year 5 & 6 Japanese Club (Interest letter)
23 July 2018 Year 6 High 5 After School Club ( Interest letter)
23 July 2018 Year 6 Pencil cases: Dear Parents, Our recent letter advised that only Year 6 children are permitted to bring in pencil cases; please ensure that all cases are fabric rather than stiff plastic and of a suitable size to fit into trays - space is at a premium and children will be keeping other items in their trays along with their pencil case! Many thanks for your cooperation and support, Mrs Rusby and Mrs Goodfellow.
23 July 2018 Years 3, 4, 5 & 6 Dodgeball Afterschool Club: Dear Parents, Please find attached a flyer form Elite Basketball regarding their Dodgeball Club. If your child is interested, please email the school office on reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk.  There are limited spaces available and priority will be given  to those children already attending the club and those who are currently waiting for a place on the waiting list.  PLEASE DO NOT MAKE A PAYMENT AT THIS STAGE UNTIL IT HAS BEEN CONFIRMED YOUR CHILD HAS A PLACE.  Many thanks 
Mrs Weatherhead
23 July 2018 Years 3 - 6 (club particpants) Basketball: Dear Parents, Please note that Elite Basketball have decided not to run their after school basketball club in September.  There are no plans at the moment to replace it with a similar club for the existing year group. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
20 July 2018 Whole School National Test Results
19 July 2018 Whole School School Uniform and Bags
19 July 2018 Year 1 and 2 Arrangements for the Last Day: Dear parents, Year 1 & 2 will be having toy day tomorrow. Your child can bring in a small toy, in a named bag to play with tomorrow.  Please do not send in electronic devices, mobile phones or anything that requires batteries or charging. We would like to wish you an enjoyable summer break and look forward to seeing you in September. Mrs D Coulson
19 July 2018 Whole School

Lost Property and Lunch Boxes: Dear parents, The lost property and lunch box trolleys will be in the playground this afternoon and Friday afternoon. Please take a look in case any of it is your child's. Any items that are left on Friday will be disposed off.  Mrs Weatherhead/Mrs Fisher

19 July 2018 Year 6

Mobile Phones: Dear Parents, In order to comply with the school's photography policy, please remind your child that no phones are to be bought to the Y6 BBQ and Disco tonight. Thank you! Kind regards Mrs Rusby/Miss Carpenter

17 July 2018 Year 6

School Reading Books: Dear Parents, The children have been asked to return all reading books to school. However, we are still missing a significant number of books, especially from year 6. Could I please ask you to remind your child to check for any missing books at home and return them to school this week. Many thanks for co-operation.  Mrs Fowels

17 July 2018 Whole School Open Evening: Dear Parents, OPEN EVENING TONIGHT 6-8pm We are looking forward to seeing you this evening at our Open Evening. You are welcome to come in anytime between  6 and 8 pm to view you child’s work and classroom and meet their new teacher. Natalie Hawkes
16 July 2018 Club participants  Football: Dear Parents, There is no after school football tomorrow, Tuesday 17th July 2018. Kind regards  Mrs Fisher
12 July 2018 Years 1, 3, 4 and 5 Reports: Years 1, 3, 4, 5 leaflet
12 July 2018 Foundation Stage Reports: FS Leaflet
12 July 2018 Year 2 Reports:  Year 2 Leaflet
12 July 2018 Year 6 Reports: Year 6 Leaflet
10 July 2018 Foundation Stage Pirate Dressing Up Day
9 July 2018 Year 5 and 6 Production: Change of Time for Wednesday performance
9 July 2018 Whole School Springers Creche Flyer
9 July 2018 Foundation Stage (Oak Bay) Change of Location for Family Assembly: Dear Parents, Please note that due to the Year 5 & 6 production taking place on Wednesday morning, Oak Bay's Family assembly will be held in the small hall at the same time of 10.15 a.m. Please enter the school via the school office entrance.  Many thanks, Miss Hawkes
5 July 2018 Year 4 Recorder Letter
5 July 2018 Foundation Stage (Willow Bay) Family Assembly: Dear Parents, Please note that your child’s words for our family assembly on Friday 13th are in their book bags for them to practise at home. Many thanks Mrs Perry
5 July 2018 Club Participants (Glee) Performance: Dear Parents, You are invited to watch a performance by the GLEE club members next Wednesday, 11th July at 4.00 pm just before the end of the session. The performance will be in the new school hall. We hope you can join us ! Mr Parkin
4 July 2018 Years 3 to 6 FONS: Junior Summer Disco and Year 6 Leavers BBQ Request
3 July 2018 Club Participants (Djembe) Djembe Performance
29 June 2018 KS2: Years 3 to 6 KS2 Sports Day: Dear Parents, Just a reminder that this morning is KS2 Sports Day and I have attached the programme for your information. The weather looks set to be great and we are anticipating that the children (and parents) will have lots of fun ! Miss Hawkes
28 June 2018 Year 5 (Rowan Bay) Swimming (Tuesday 3rd July): Dear Parents, Children from Swimming Groups 1 and 2 should bring in a baggy T Shirt for swimming next week as they will be practising life saving techniques. If you have any questions, please refer to the class teacher. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
28 June 2018 Foundation Stage Homework
28 June 2018 Whole School Message from FONS: Thank you
27 June 2018 Foundation Stage, Years 1 to 2 Infant Sports
26 June 2018 Years 3 to 6 KS2 Sport Day Program 
25 June 2018 Club Participants (High 5)

Extra session: Dear Parents, Please note that this week was meant to be the last session of High Fives, however Mrs Freedman will be accompanying children to a tournament and will not be in school. She will instead add an extra session on the 12th July. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead

25 June 2018 Whole School Important Message: Ear Peircing
22 June 2018 Foundation Stage, Years 1 to 2 Infant Sports Day T-shirt Letters: Foundation Stage, Year 1 (Ash Bay), Year 1 (Lime Bay), Year 2 (Maple Bay) and Year 2 (Elm Bay)
22 June 2018 Selected Participants Reminder: District Sports Track Event
20 June 2018 Year 6 DT Project
20 June 2018 Foundation Stage, Years 1 to 2 KS1 Sports Day
19 June 2018 Whole School Springers Holiday Club
19 June 2018 Whole School Singing Lessons: Please contact  Mr Parkin directly if your child is interested.
19 June 2018 Whole School FONS Summer Fayre Volunteers
19 June 2018 Year 5 and 6 Costume and ticket letter
18 June 2018 Club Participants (Choir)

Dear Parents There will not be a choir session after school tomorrow OR next Tuesday.  After school choir will resume on 3rd July. Many thanks Miss Barnes

18 June 2018 Club Participants (Rounders)

Dear Parents, Please note that Rounders Club will not run for the rest of the term now and there will not be a session tonight. Please collect your child at the normal time. Many thanks Miss Maslen

15 June 2018 Year 6 Puberty Talk
15 June 2018 Year 6 Crucial Crew Reminder
14 June 2018 Whole School Stranger Danger: Incident near Chelmer
14 June 2018 Year 1 (Ash Bay -selected pupils) Geography Activity
14 June 2018 Year 6 (Groups 3 & 4 Bikeability)

Reminder: Your child is due to attend their bikeability sessions next week:

  • Group 4 - Thursday 21st June (half day) and Monday 25th June (all day). 
  • Group 3: Monday 18th June (all day) and Thursday 21st June (half day). 

Please ensure that they bring their bike into school on both these days. 

8 June 2018 Foundation Stage and Year 1 Universal Free School Meals
8 June 2018 Year 2 School Meals Transition Year 2 to Year 3
8 June 2018 Year 5 11+ Letter to parents
6 June 2018 Year 1 (Ash Bay), Year 4 (Beech Bay)

Swimming: Dear Parents, As Year 1 are on their school trip next week,  we will be swapping their swimming day with Year 4  (Beech Bay - Miss Barnes).  Therefore for NEXT week only:                      Beech Bay (Miss Barnes) will swim on Monday afternoon             Ash Bay (Mrs Coulson) will swim on Wednesday afternoon  Please ensure that your child has their kit with them on the correct day. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead

5 June 2018 Year 3 and 4 Bassistry Workshop reminder
5 June 2018 Year 4 (Beech) Reminder:  Dear Parents, As you are aware Year 4 are participating in the 'Bassistry' workshop tomorrow.  Beech Bay will still swim as they are attending the workshop during the morning only. Please ensure your child has their swimming kit with them tomorrow. Regards Mrs Weatherhead
5 June 2018 Foundation Stage (Oak) Class Photo
5 June 2018 Whole School Urgent message: Stranger Danger
4 June 2018 Foundation Stage Donations Letter
4 June 2018 Year 2 (Maple Bay) Thank You from Mrs Cross
4 June 2018 Year 5 (Rowan Bay)

Dear Parents, Just a reminder that Rowan Bay will be going on a road safety walk on Thursday 7th June. Please let your child's class teacher know if you have any questions.   Many thanks   Mrs Hydes

4 June 2018 Year 2 Urgent Reminder: Southend Trip
4 June 2018 Music Students (Cello)

Cancelled: Dear Parents, Please note that Ms Adejayan is unwell and will not be in school today.  Your child will not need to bring their instrument into school as a result. I will liaise with Ms Adejayan to try and arrange for her to come in on another day to make the lesson up. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead

24 May 2018 Year 1 Hedingham Castle:  Dear Parents, Thank you to everyone who made a contribution to the planned Year 1 trip to Hedingham Castle.  I am pleased to advise that the trip will go ahead. Kind Regards Mrs Weatherhead
24 May 2018 Year 5 Equipment List for Harlow
23 May 2018 Whole School Springers Creche: Year 5/6 Production (11 July a.m.), Family Assemblies, KS1 Sports Day, New Starters lunch and Year 6 Leavers Assembly
23 May 2018 Whole School KS2 Sports Day: New Date and Program
23 May 2018 Choir Members Junior Music Festival Rehearsal and Concert Information  and Ticket Letter: Please note our evening performance is on Monday 18th June at 7.30 p.m.
23 May 2018 Year 5 Essex 11+ Selection Test Timeline - 2019 Entry: Please see attached a timeline for the 11+ Test. 
23 May 2018 Years 5 & 6 Tuesday After-school Football Club
23 May 2018 Years 2, 3 & 4 Friday After-school Football Club
23 May 2018 Year 1 (Ash Bay) Change in Family Assembly: Dear Parents, The KS2 Sports Day has been rescheduled for 29th June which was the day of Mrs Coulson's class assembly.  As a result the Family Assembly for Ash Bay (Mrs Colsopn) will now take place on Thursday 12th July at 10.15 a.m. in the big hall. We apologise for any inconvenience this will cause. Regards Mrs Weatherhead
23 May 2018 Year 1 Reminder: Hedingham Castle
22 May 2018 Years 3 & 4 Bassistry workshop: Final Reminder Letter and Initial Letter
22 May 2018 Year 6 PGL Information: Dear Parents, Following tonight's meeting, please note that all children will need to bring a pillow and a sleeping bag with them on the residential trip. Thank you Mrs Weatherhead
22 May 2018 Choir Members Junior Music Festival: Volunteers request
22 May 2018 Choir members Junior Music Festival Reminder: Deadline has passed.  If you have not already done so, please make payment by the end of the school day this WEDNESDAY, 23rd MAY.  If your child does not intend to participate, please let me know by emailing reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk
16 May 2018 Whole School Reminder: School Dinners - Menu Change
15 May 2018 Year 2 Mini Games
15 May 2018 Selected Participants (Music) Reminder: Dear Parents, Further to my earlier message, please reply confirming your child will be able to perform in the above concert on Wednesday, 23rd May at 9.30 a.m. in the big hall.  Please also advise if anyone will be spectating and how many seats you will require. Regards Miss Barnes
15 May 2018 Selected Participants (Music) Reminder: Dear Parents, Further to my earlier message, please reply confirming your child will be able to perform in the above concert on Monday, 21st May at 9.30 a.m. in the big hall.  Please also advise if anyone will be spectating and how many seats you will require. Regards Miss Barnes
15 May 2018 Foundation Stage Headlice Leaflet and Letter
15 May 2018    
15 May 2018 Foundation Stage Online Payment Codes
14 May 2018 Foundation Stage East Hanningfield Reservoir 
14 May 2018 Years 3 & 4

Bassistry Workshop Reminder: Dear Parents, Just a reminder that we have arranged for children from year 3 and 4 to attend a Bassistry music workshop on Wednesday 6th June here at school.  It promises to be a really excellent workshop for the children and we are looking forward to a great day. I attach our original letter for your information and would ask that you make a payment as soon as you can and before the deadline of 23rd May. Many thanks. Miss Barnes

14 May 2018 Whole School FONS Non-Uniform Day
14 May 2018 Selected Participants (Rounders) Rounders Tournament
14 May 2018 Year 3 Headlice Leaflet and Letter
14 May 2018 Foundation Stage Threadworm: We have been advised of a case of Threadworm Please visit the NHS website to learn more on how to spot the condition and preventative steps you can take to help avoid it. Please visit www.nhs.uk/conditions/threadworms/
11 May 2018 Selected participants (Dodgeball) Payment Reminder: Dear Parent, Elite Basketball UK have asked me to remind you that payment for their Dodegeball Club is now overdue.  Please visit their website and make payment immediately - www.elitebasketballuk.co.uk. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
11 May 2018 Year 4 (Chestnut), Year 1 (Ash) and Year 2 (Maple) Mrs Cross
11 May 2018 Year 5 KEGS Tours: Summer 2018
11 May 2018 Whole School Creche Flyers: Family Assembly and Summer Concert
11 May 2018 Year 6 SATS Information
11 May 2018 Year 2 Southend Trip
8 May 2018 Whole School Springers Holiday Programme May 2018
8 May 2018 Foundation Stage DB Primary: Dear Parents, Your child will shortly be bringing home their log in details (if they have not already done so) for db primary and the attached letter is a set up guidance sheet for you to use. Please note that your child has already written a blog entry at school, so you may take the opportunity to have a look at it  with them and hopefully they will want to write more at home. There are also other useful links to view. Many thanks Mrs Perry & Miss Holme
8 May 2018 Whole School School Dinners: Dear Parents, We have been advised that there has been an incident with the vehicle delivering produce to the school today which means the dinner menu for his week will change.   Today, the children will have chips with their sausages/vegetarian sausages but will instead have mashed potatoes on Friday, with either fish fingers or roasted vegetable parcel. We apologise for any inconvenience this will cause. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
4 May 2018 Year 4 (Beech Bay)

Family Assembly: Dear parents, Please could you encourage your child to learn their words for family assembly. They were given out two weeks ago but not many children appear to have learnt them yet. Our assembly is next Friday (11th May) Many thanks, Miss Barnes

4 May 2018 Whole School Shop for Schools Voucher: Dear Parents, As you are aware, we are participating in this year's Shop for Schools competition in conjunction with Meadows Shopping Centre.  We are aware that there is a bonus voucher (worth 5 tokens) in this week's Essex Chronicle.  If you or a member of your family purchases the newspaper, could you ask them to save it for us; the vouchers can be handed into the school office. The voucher can be found on Page 29 of the Essex Chronicle. Every token collected will increase our chances of winning the fantastic prizes on offer!  Prizes this year are: 1st Prize £1000, 2nd Prize £500 and 3rd Prize £250 so please help if you can. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
4 May 2018 Selected Parents (Choir) JuniorMusic Festival Tickets: Dear Parents, Please see attached the ticket letter from the festival organisers; please note that all children over 2 years require a ticket and until the tickets are released for general sale, orders are limited to two per participating child. Can I also remind you that online consent and payment for your child to attend should be made by Friday 18th May. Many thanks Miss Barnes
3 May 2018 Year 6 PGL Parent Information Evening
2 May 2018 Selected Parents Pirates of the Curry Bean: DVD refund
2 May 2018 Year 6 Crucial Crew 
1 May 2018 Year 4 Homework Expectation
30 April 2018 Year 1 and 2 Important Message: End of Day Procedure
30 April 2018 Club Participants

Rounders: Dear Parents, Miss Maslen is absent from school today and therefore we are not able to run the Rounders after school session today. We apologise for any inconvenience this will cause. Regards Mrs Weatherhead

30 April 2018 Years 3 - 6 KS2 Sports Day: Dear Parents, Unfortunately, we have made the decision to cancel KS2's Sports Day today due to the weather conditions which has made the site unsafe.  We do not currently have an alternative date but will be liaising with Chelmsford Sports Stadium to arrange one if possible. Our apologies for any inconvenience caused. Kind regards Mrs Cross
26 April 2018 Years 1 - 3 Computer Xplorers: Lego Club
24 April 2018 Year 1 Heddingham Castle
24 April 2018 Whole School Email: Access to School Grounds
23 April 2018 Whole School FONS Bag2School
23 April 2018 Club particpants (Selected pupils) High 5 Match (Lawford Mead)
23 April 2018 Whole School Springers Creche (Summer)
23 April 2018 Club particpants (Selected pupils) High 5 Tournament (May)
20 April 2018 Years 3 & 4 Bassists Workshop
19 April 2018 Years 1 and 2 Magical Maths club
19 April 2018 Year 5 Road Safety Change of dates: Dear Parents, As you know Year 5 will be going on a road safety walk shortly. We have had to change one of the dates and the two classes will now participate as follows: Tuesday 1st May (Sycamore Bay), Thursday 7th June (Rowan Bay) Please let your child's class teacher know if you have any questions.  Many thanks  Miss Edwards & Mrs Hydes
18 April 2018 Whole School Springers Creche Flyer: Summer Term
18 April 2018 Year 3 Cultural Day: Dear Parents, Year 3 children are participating in a Cultural Day on Tuesday 1st May here at Newlands Spring School.  They will each need either a plain yellow or red T shirt for the whole week and for the respective family assemblies.  We would be grateful if these could be named and brought into school on Monday 30th April.  Many thanks Mrs Davis & Miss Bishop
18 April 2018 Foundation Stage Class Photo: Dear Parents, Please could your child bring in a sunhat and some sunglasses for a photo on Monday 23rd AprilMany thanks Mrs Perry & Miss Holme
17 April 2018 KS2 KS2 Sports Day
17 April 23018 Years 3 & 4 DVD Orders Mystery Manor:  Dear Parents, I attach our recent letter regarding DVD orders of the Year 3 & 4 production of Mystery at Magpie Manor. Please note the deadline for placing an order is this Friday, 20th April. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
17 April 2018 Year 4 Family Assembly Changes: Dear Parents, Please note that the date has changed for BOTH Year 3 family assemblies this term.  The new dates are as follows: Holly Bay (Miss Bishop) - Wednesday 2nd May, Pine Bay (Mrs Davis) - Friday 4th May. We apologise for any inconvenience this change will cause. Many thanks  Mrs Davis & Miss Bishop
17 April 2018 Whole School Headlice Leaflet and Letter
16 April 2018 Club Participants (Choir) Junior Music Festival (Choir)
16 April 2018 Year 5 Change of Date: Puberty Letter
16 April 2018 Club Participants Chess Club: Confirmation letter
10 April 2015 Year 5 Harlow Trip
10 April 2018 Year 5 Road safety Walks: Dear Parents, Year 5 will be going on a road safety walk next term around the local area in small groups on either Tuesday 24th April or Tuesday 1st May.  Please let your child's class teacher know if you have any questions.  Many thanks  Miss Edwards & Mrs Hydes
10 April 2018 Year 5 Puberty Talk (Note: Date should be Tuesday 22nd May)
10 April 2018 Club Participants (Years 1 and 2) Woodland Walkers
10 April 2018 Club participants (Year 6) High 5
10 April 2018 Years 3 to 6 Glee Club: Dear Parents, Please see attached a flyer from Mr Parkin for our after school GLEE Club. If your child is interested, please contact Mr Parkin direct via his website www.jonathanparkin.com/payments. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
9 April 2018 Years 4 to 6 Choir: Dear Parents, Please note that Choir resumes, on  TUESDAY 17th April.  Apologies for the incorrect date in my previous email . Regards Mrs Weatherhead
5 April 2018 Club Participants Japanese Club: Dear Parent, i am pleased to advise that our lunchtime Japanese Club will continue next term. the sessions will take place during a Tuesday lunchtime between 12.15 - 12.45 p.m. in the Demountable Classroom. Sessions start on Tuesday 24th April and will finish on 10th July 2018 and are free of charge If your child no longer wishes to attend, please let me know. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
5 April2018 Club Participants Times Table Club: Dear Parents, Your child has been allocated a place at our Monday lunchtime Times Table Club which will run between 12.15 - 12.45 p.m. The club will start on Monday 23rd April and will run until 9th July and the sessions will take place in Mrs Rusby's classroom. The members of the club will have their lunch once the session has finished. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhea
5 April 2018 Club Participants Choir: Dear Parents, Please note that choir resumes the first week back on Tuesday 19th April. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
5 April 2018 KS2 Reminder Chess Club: Dear Parents, We have an exciting new club starting after Easter during Wednesday lunchtime between 12.15 -12.45 p.m; Miss Edwards is running a Chess Club and we are looking for children of all abilities to fine tune or learn the new skill of Chess Mastery. Please email me on reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk if your child would like a place at our new lunchtime club. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
5 April 2018 Club Participants (Year 6) High 5
5 April 2018 Club Participants Reminder: Rounders
5 April 2018 Years 3 & 4 Reminder: Dear Parents, Just a reminder that you are now able to order a DVD of the Year 3 & 4 Production 'Mystery at Magpie Manor'.  Orders can be made online using the online payment system; if you do not have a code for this, please advise me and I will arrange for a code to be sent out to you. I attach a copy of our recent letter for your information. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
29 March 2018 Year 4 Recorder Letter
29 March 2018 Year 4 Recorder Lessons: Dear parents,  During the summer term, Beech and Chestnut Bay will be learning the recorder. This is just a reminder for those who have their own recorders to bring them to school on a Friday when we will be having our music lessons. We will be sending a letter out for those who would like to purchase a recorder. For those who don't have a recorder and do not wish to purchase one, we have a supply of recorders at school which they can use. (These are cleaned every week!) Thank you, Miss Barnes
29 March 2018 Years 3 & 4 DVD Order: Mystery at Magpie Manor
    Holiday Ideas: Dear parents , The homework books and reading books will collected in and collated as so we can 'check stock'.  To continue with  your child's development here are a few experiences you could do: 1.  Chelmsford Library have a new children's section which I would highly recommend a visit.  2. Danbury park has an amazing fallen down tree which can also fit small children inside. If you park in the 'Lakes car park' its easier to find in the woods. Parking is about £3 for the whole day. 3.  Hylands park also has amazing adventure playground and parking I believe is free.  These activities would be great play dates ideas and it would be lovely to see these activities on tapestry.  Have a Happy Easter holiday.  Miss Holme
28 March 2018 Year 6 Osmington Payment Schedule Urgent Action: Dear Parents, Just a reminder that the last instalment payment of £40.00 is due by 31st March 2018.  There is one final payment to make after that for Â£50.00 (by the end of April). Please make all payments by the respective deadline dates.  A copy of the original letter is attached for your information. Thank you Mrs Orley Business Manager
27 March 2018 Years 5 & 6 Tuesday Football
27 March 2018 Years 2, 3, & 4 Friday Football
27 March 2018 Whole School Springers Creche
23 March 2018 Whole School  Building Works
23 March 2018 Music Pupils (Cello - Selected Pupils) Cello Music medal Exams
23 March 2018 Whole School Building Work
23 March 2018 Music Pupils (Cello)

Important Message Re Cello: Dear Parents, Ms Adejayan will be in on Wednesday next week and not Monday. Therefore, please ensure that your child has their instrument with them on Wednesday next week instead of Monday. Many thanks Lisa Weatherhead

23 March 2018 Whole School Reminder World Book Day: Dear Parents, Just a reminder that next Thursday, 29th March we are celebrating World Book Day in school and children are invited to come in dressed as a character from their favourite book. Regards Mrs Weatherhead
22 March 2018 Foundation Stage (Oak Bay

Show & Tell: Dear Parents, Due to time constraints, Oak Bay children did not get an opportunity to have 'Show and Tell' today. They may bring in their items again tomorrow and will have a chance to do so then. Thank you Mrs Weatherhead

21 March 2018 Year 3 & 4 Production - Dress Rehearsal
21 March 2018 Year 5 French Trip - Lost Property
20 March 2018 Year 2 Mathletics
20 March 2018 Club Participants Djembe After School Club
20 March 2018 Music Pupils (selected - violins)

Violins: Dear Parents, Ms Carnell was due to finish her violin lessons for this term last Thursday , however she has offered to come in on Thursday 29th March, the last day of term, to make up the sessions missed on the snow day.  Therefore, please could your child bring in their instrument on Thursday 29th March so they can have their final lesson. Thank you Mrs Weatherhead

19 March 2018 Club participants Choir: Dear parents, RE: Chelmsford Choir Competition, Thank you so much for your support last week in our heat of the choir competition. Didn’t they do well!! J. This is just a reminder for the children that took part in the competition that the final is this coming Thursday (22nd) at 7pm at KEGs. Please make sure you child is at KEGs by 6.45pm in full school uniform. The competition should be over by 9.00 pm. Looking forward to seeing you there! Thank you, Miss Barnes and Mrs Hydes
19 March 2018 Club participants High 5: Dear Parents, Just a reminder that there is no High 5 session this Thursday 22nd March.  The last session will be on the last day of term, Thursday 29th March 2018. Thank you Mrs Weatherhead
16 March 2018 Year 6 (Selected pupils) Reminder: Rising Stars. Children will need to be collected by 12.45 pm from reception to take to the stadium. 
16 March 2018 Years 4 to 6 New Lunchtime Clubs: Chess Club & Times Tables Club
16 March 2018 Years 3 to 6 Basketball Club
16 March 2018 Years 4 to 6 Gym Club
16 March 2018 Years 1 to 3 Gym Club
16 March 2018 Years 3 to 5 Dodgeball Club
16 March 2018 Years 5 & 6 Rounders Club
16 March 2018 Years 3 to 6 Djembi Club
15 March 2018 Whole School Online Safety Workshop - Booking essential
15 March 2018 Selected Classes Summer Term Swimming Letters for Willow Bay (FS), Ash Bay (Year 1), Holly Bay (Year 3), Beech Bay (Year 4) and Rowan Bay (Year 5)
15 March 2018 Year 5 French Trip - Final reminder
14 March 2018 Foundation Stage Tricky words set 7
14 March 2018 Year 2 (Selected Pupils)

Infant Music Festival Reminder: Dear Parents, Your child is attending the Infant Music Festival tomorrow and is due to be in school at 8.30 a.mPlease bring them into school via the office and not via the playground as usual. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead

Dear Parents, Following my earlier message, I can confirm that children attending the festival tomorrow should arrive in school in their costume and bring their uniform in, in a named carrier bag. Thank you. Mrs Weatherhead

13 March 2018 Whole School Parents Computer Online Safety: 2 Johns
13 March 2018 Foundation Stage Family Assembly: Date change
13 March 2018 Choir Waiting List Choir - New members Year 4 and 5
12 March 2018 Year 6 PGL Final Payment: Dear Parents, Re:  Osmington Trip - Monday 4th June to Friday 8th June 2018. Please be aware that the final instalment payment of £50.00 for this trip is due by 30th April 2018.  Please ensure that all other payments due, as part of the payment plan, are made before the final payment is made.  Many  thanks Mrs Orley, Business Manager
12 March 2018 Year 1 Reminder: March Farm Trip
9 March 2018 Club participants Cancelled Choir Session:  Dear Parents, Please note that due to our Termly Learning Conferences next week, there will NOT be a choir session next Tuesday 13th March. Choir will resume the week after. Regards Miss Barnes.
9 March 2018 Year 1 Marsh Farm: Dear Parents, I can confirm that we have received sufficient contributions overnight to enable the trip to go ahead next Tuesday.  Many thanks to all the parents that responded to our message and made a payment. Regards Mrs Weatherhead
8 March 2018 Year 5 French Trip - Deadline
8 March 2018 Year 3 & 4 Year 3 & 4 Production Tickets
8 March 2018 Whole School World Book Day - New Date
8 March 2018 Year 1 Reminder: Marsh Farm
6 March 2018 Whole School Springers Holiday Club
6 March 2018 Music Participants (EMS pupils only) Important message: Covering email and EMS Music Tuition Summer Term
6 March 2018 Whole School NHS Head Lice Leaflet and Head Lice Letter
6 March 2018 Year 2 (Selected Pupils) DT -Materials request
6 March 2018 Year 1 (Ash), Year 3 (Holly), Year 4 (Beech), Year 5 (Rowan) Swimming - Request for Helpers
5 March 2018 Year 5 French Trip Reminder
5 March 2018 Club participants (selected) High 5 Tournament
5 March 2018 Whole School Springers Creche
5 March 2018 Years 3 to 6 FONS Junior Bingo
5 March 2018 Club Participants Woodland Walkers: Dear Parents, Unfortunately Miss Holme is not in school this week; as a result there will not be a session of Woodland Walkers tomorrow lunchtime. Many thanks, Mrs Weatherhead
5 March 2018 Whole School TLC Reminder: Dear Parents, Just a reminder that the online booking system opens tonight at 7.00 p.m. for this term's learning conferences. If you have difficulty in booking an appointment, please contact the school office. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
5 March 2018 Foundation Stage (Oak Bay) Important message -Mrs Nhanngo
5 March 2018 Whole School Reading Cafe Reminder
2 March 2018 Whole School School Closure Letter
1 March 2018 Choir participants Reminder: School choir competition
28 February 2018 Whole School Snow Closure: Dear Parents, Due to adverse weather conditions, the school will be closed today to all children.  Please continue to monitor your email account, the school website and our Twitter account for updates and further information. Many thanks, Miss Hawkes
27 February 2018 Whole School Epilepsy Day
27 February 2018 Years 5 & 6 Cancelled: Dear Parents, Due to the weather and condition of the field, we have decided to cancel after school football today.  Please collect your child at the normal time of 3.15 p. m. Many thanks, Mrs Weatherhead
26 February 2018 Music Pupils and Djembe Club Participants

Dear All, Mr Reyland is not in today as he is unwell. Therefore he will not able to take drums lessons or the after school Djembe club.  He will extend his lessons to the last Monday of this term eg Monday 26th March to ensure the children have a full 10 weeks tuition.  Please reply to let me know you have received this message. Many thanks, Mrs Weatherhead 

23 February 2018 Foundation Stage (Willow Bay) Family Assembly (Friday): Dear Parents, Please note that new family assembly words are coming home today in book bags, (due to a small mix up). Please could you practise them with your child as much as possible ready for next Friday ( 2nd March at 10.15). Many thanks Mrs Perry
22 February 2018 Year 1 Marsh Farm trip
22 February 2018 Year 2 (Selected Pupils) Infant Music Festival Reminder:  Please note that the deadline for consenting to your child participating in the Infant Music Festival and purchasing a ticket is Monday 26th February.  After this date,any unallocated or unsold tickets will be offered to parents who may want more than one ticket. 
20 February 2018 Whole School FONS: Adult Bingo
20 February 2018 Whole School Springers Assembly Creche and Reading Cafe Creche
19 February 2018 Whole School Reading Cafe: Dear Parents, Just a reminder that the booking system to reserve your place at the forthcoming Reading Cafes opens tonight at 7.00 p.m. Please refer to the latest newsletter to see when your child's session will take place. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
19 February 2018 Years 5 & 6 After-School Football Club (Tuesday)
19 February 2018 Years 2 to 4 After-School Football Club (Friday)
19 February 2018 Whole School Guiding Thinking andScouts Founders Day: Dear Parents, To commemorate Thinking and Founders Day this Thursday 22nd February, children who attend Rainbows, Cubs, Brownies, Beavers, Guides and Scouts are invited to wear their uniforms to school instead of their school uniform. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
9 February 2018 Year 2 (Selected Pupils) Infant Music Festival: Dear parent, Please see attached a letter from Miss Maslen and Mrs Cross regarding the forthcoming Infant Music Festival. You should be able to make an online payment from tomorrow and if you require a code, please email me on reception@newlandsspring.essex.sch.uk and I will send one to you after half term. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
9 Februrary 2018 Whole School Springers Vacancy
9 February 2018 Year 5 (Rowan Bay) Rowan Cooking Equipment: Dear Parents, The children have enjoyed cooking today and I hope the muffins taste as good as they look ! We have done our best to clean the utensils your child brought into school but I am afraid they will need another wash when you get them home tonight  -- sorry !  ,I hope you enjoy tasting them (if they make it as far as home !). Regards Mrs Hydes
7 February 2018 Foundation Stage Handwriting and Phonics guidance for parents
7 February 2018 Year 3 & 4 Year 3 & 4 Production: Costume Letter
5 February 2018 Whole School Creche Flyer
5 February 2018 Foundation Stage Tricky Words: Set 2, Set 3, Set 4, Set 5 and Set 6
2 February 2018 Year 3 Family Assembly - Costume request:
2 February 2018 Whole School Security advice
1 February 2018 Choir Participants Barnado's Concert - Reminder of the day's plans
25 January 2018 Year 5 Muffin Letter
25 January 2018 Year 5  French Trip Reminder: Dear Parents, If you have not already done so, please return your consent forms and make an online payment by the deadline date TOMORROW. It is essential that we have all the documentation in good time, ahead of the trip. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
25 January 2018 Whole School World Book Day
25 January 2018 Whole School Reading Cafe
24 January 2018 Choir participants Reminder - Choir Particitpants:  Dear parents, Thank you to everyone who has responded to let me know your child’s availability for the choir competition on the evenings of Friday 9th March and Thursday 22nd March. If you have not yet responded, please could you let me know by this Thursday 25th Jan at the latest even if your child CANNOT attend. Thank you, Miss Barnes
24 January 2018 Year 4 Superstars
23 January 2018 Year 5 CSSE 11+  Information Letter 
22 January 2018 Year 5 (boys) Year 5 KEGS Tour: Please find attached a letter from the Headteacher at KEGS inviting current Year 5 boys to take a tour of KEGS. To book a place, please follow the link on their school website at www.kegs.org.uk.  If you book a place, please let me know  the date and time so I can record the same in the register. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
22 January 2018 Whole School Half-Term Holiday Flyer - Mega Camps
22 January 2018 High 5 Participants High 5 change in finish  time: Dear Parents, As there is sufficient light now, Mrs Freedman would like to finish the club at 4.30 p.m. for the last three remaining sessions of this half term.  Children should be picked up from the back gate at the later time of 4.30 p.m. from THIS Thursday 25th January. Thank you Mrs Weather head
19 January 2018 Whole School School Nurse Drop in Flyers for Moulsham and Kings Road
17 January 2018 Choir participants Chelmsford Choir Competititon (Reminder)
15 January 2018 Whole School Springers: Parent Workshop Creche
15 January 2018 Whole School CFCC February  Holiday Club 2018
15 January 2018 Whole School Springers Creche: Family Assembly
12 January 2018 Whole School Parent Workshops
12 January 2018 Foundation Stage & KS1 FONS: Skittleman
12 January 2018 Club Participants High 5 Change of Date: Dear Parents, Please note that there will NOT be a session of High 5s on Thursday 22nd March as Mrs Freedman is not available.  She will however tag this session on at the end of the term and the club will now run up to Thursday 29th MarchMany thanks Mrs Weatherhead
12 January 2018 Year 5 Meet the Teacher
12 January 2018 Years 1 and 2 Woodland Walkers: Club participants Letter and Place on Waiting List
11 January 2018 Year 2 (Elm Bay) PE Kits: Dear Parents, Your child's PE kit was sent home today because it got wet during outdoor PE today.  Please ensure that it is back in school by NEXT Thursday.  Please note we will NOT be doing PE tomorrow. Many thanks Miss Maslen
11 January 2018 Year 5 Jungle Jo visit
11 January 2018 Year 4 Meet the Teacher Letter
10 January 2018 Year 6 Meet the Teacher letter
10 January 2018 Selected pupils Consent Forms: Dear Parents, Please complete and return the yellow parental consent form which was forwarded to you on the first day of this new term. We urgently need to update the pupil records and would be grateful if you could send it into the office immediately. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
10 January 2018 Foundation Stage Wellies Reminder: Dear Parents, Just to let you know that the children will still need their wellies in school so please send them in (named please) at your earliest convenience. Many thanks Mrs Perry & Miss Holme
9 January 2018 Choir Participants Choir Competition
9 January 2018 Year 1 Meet the Teacher Letter
9 January 2018 Year 2 Meet the Teacher Letter
9 January 2018 Year 3 Meet the Teacher Letter
9 January 2018 Foundation Stage (Willow BAa) Beatrice and Shakesbear: Dear Parents, Meet Beartrice & Shakesbear, each week these adventurous bears will be coming home with a different child each week. In their bags, there is a diary and a pencil case for the children to record their time with the bears. They will be sharing their time together with the whole class every Thursday. Any photos or observations you make of your child's time with Beartrice and Shakesbear can either be printed and put in the diary or uploaded onto Tapestry so they can be shown on the big screen. Thank you for your support. Miss Holme
8 January 2018 Year 6 Trip to Boreham School
8 January 2018 Whole School Springers Creche - Family Assemblies
5 January 2018 Years 1 and 2 Woodland Walks Club
5 January 2018 KS2 Reading Club
4 January 2018 Club Participants Knitter Knatter Reminder: Dear Parents, Just a reminder that your child has been allocated a place at our lunchtime Knitter Knatter Club.  Sessions start next week on Monday, 8th January between 12.30 - 1.00 p.m. At the first session, your child will need to bring in their own wool and needles and Mrs Perry will introduce the club to all the participants giving more information. All the children will eat their lunch after the session. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
4 January 2018 Club Participants Japanese Club Reminder: Dear Parents, Just a reminder that your child has a place at our Japanese Club and this is due to start on Tuesday 16th January and will run until 20th March. The sessions are between 12.15 - 12.45 p.m. and will be held in the demountable classroom. Children will have their lunch after the club. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
4 January 2018 Club Participants Film Club Reminder: Dear Parents, Just a reminder that your child has a place at our Film Club and this is due to start on Tuesday 16th January and will run until 27th March. The sessions are between 3.15 - 4.15 p.m. and will be held in Mrs Coulson's classroom. Children should be collected promptly at the end of the session from the front reception. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
4 January 2018 Children on Club Waiting List Film Club waiting list: Dear Parents, All the spaces in the Film Club have been filled and your child remains on the waiting list.  Should a place become available during the term, I will be in touch. Regards Mrs Weatherhead
4 January 2018 Club Participants High 5 Club Reminder: Dear Parents, Just a reminder that the deadline for returning your payment and permission slip for our High 5 club is tomorrow. Sessions are due to commence next Thursday 11th January and will be between 3.30 - 4.15 p.m. (until February half term) after which time the end time will be 4.30 p.m.. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
4 January 2018 Club Participants Construction Club Reminder: Dear Parents, Just a reminder that your child has been allocated a place for the first five weeks of this term at our Construction Club. The sessions start on Wednesday, 10th January and will be held between 12.15 - 12.45 p.m. in Miss Bishop's classroom. If they no longer want a place, please let me know as soon as possible as we have a long waiting list of children wanting to attend. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
4 January 2018 Children on Club Waiting List Construction Club Waiting List: Dear Parents, All the spaces in the Construction Club have been filled and your child remains on the waiting list.  Should a place become available during the term, I will be in touch. Regards Mrs Weatherhead
4 January 2018 Years 4 to 6 Computer Club Letter (Computer Xplorers)
4 January 2018 Years 4 to 6 Bellepates Club Reminder: Dear Parents, Just a reminder that your child has a place at our Belleplate Club and this is due to resume next week on Friday 12th January. The session takes place between 12.15 - 12.45 and is held in the demountable classroom Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
4 January 2018 Year 3

DT: Dear Parents, The children have been told in class today that they will need to bring in an old top or apron tomorrow.  We will be using clay in the classroom and they will need protection for their uniform. Many thanks Miss Bishop & Mrs Davis

4 January 2018 Club Participants Colouring Club Remindert: Dear Parents, Your child has been allocated a place at our Colouring Club which will be held in Miss Carpenter's classroom on Thursday lunch times between 12.15 - 12.45p.m.  The club starts on 18th January and will run each week during term time with the last session being 22nd March. Your child may bring in felt  tip pens / colouring pencils to use during the sessions if they wish. They will eat their lunch after the session finishes at 12.45 p.m. Regards Mrs Weatherhead
4 January 2018 Children on Club Waiting List Colouring Club Waiting List: Dear Parents, All the spaces in the Colouring Club have been filled and your child remains on the waiting list.  Should a place become available during the term, I will be in touch. Regards Mrs Weatherhead
3 January 2018 Years 3 to 6 Glee Club
3 January 2018 Whole School Academy Update - Changes in role
1 January 2018 Year 3 Roman Day Reminder:  Dear Parents, Just a reminder that the children are to come into school dressed as Romans tomorrow, Wednesday 3rd January. Outfits need not be complicated and can be created out of existing things from home.  Thank you in advance for your support.  Miss Bishop and Mrs Davis.
1 January 2018 Year 6 Rohl Dahl Day Reminder: Dear Parents, Following my letter to you at the beginning of December, here is a reminder that the first day back at school (3rd January) after the holidays is Dahl Day for Year 6.  All Year 6 children are invited to come to school dressed as their favourite Road Dahl character. We look forward to seeing your creations ! Mrs Rusby & Miss Carpenter
19 December 2017 Years 1 & 2 Magical maths :  Please note there are only seven spaces left on this club so please contact magical maths direct on 01245 898351
19 December 2017  Violin Students Violin Lesson Renewal Leter
18 December 2017 Year 3 Colchester Castle Trip
15 December 2017 Year 3 Roman Topic
15 December 2017 Foundation Stage Tricky Words Information Sheet and Tricky Words Set 1
15 December 2017 Year 3 & 4

Construction Club: Dear Parents, We were inundated with requests for places for our Spring Term Construction Club and the waiting list is extremely long.  As a result we have decided to split the 10 week term into two sets of 5 weeks to allow more children to participate.  Your child will attend the club for the second set of five sessions from 21st February until 21st March 2018 (after the first five sessions have finished). Whilst I appreciate that this will mean the children will have half the sessions, it will mean more children get to participate. Many thanks for your understanding. Mrs Weatherhead 

15 December 2017 Year 3 & 4 Construction Club: Dear Parents, We were inundated with requests for places for our Spring Term Construction Club and the waiting list is extremely long.  As a result we have decided to split the 10 week term into two sets of 5 weeks to allow more children to participate.  Your child will attend the club for the first five sessions from 10th January until 7th February 2018 after which time the second set of children will start the club. Whilst I appreciate that this will mean the children will have half the sessions, it will mean more children get to participate. Many thanks for your understanding. Mrs Weatherhead 
14 December 2017 KS2 Djembi Club
14 December 2017 Year 5 Lab Coats: Dear parents,  Next term we are learning about marvellous materials. As part of our topic, we will be recording key vocabulary on lab coats or T shirts / shirts. Can you please ensure; your child brings in an old white (oversized) t-shirt/shirt or a lab coat on the first day back (Wednesday 3rd January) ? They will be writing on it throughout the term. Many thanks Mrs Hydes and Miss Edwards
14 December 2017 Club Participants High 5 letter
14 December 2017 Whole School NHS Headlice letter & Leaflet
14 December 2017 Whole School Broomfield Methodist Christmas Service
13 December 2017 Years 3 to 6 Colouring Club
13 December 2017 Years 4 to 6 Belle Plates Club
13 December 2017 Year 3 & 4 Construction Club
13 December 2017 Club participants Japanese Club: Dear Parent, I am pleased to advise that our lunchtime Japanese Club will continue next term.  The sessions will take place during a Tuesday lunchtime  12.15 - 12.45 p.m. in the Demountable classroom. Sessions start on 16th January and will finish on 20th March 2018. If your child no longer wishes to attend, please let me know. Regards Mrs Weatherhead
13 December 2017 Year 6 Knitter Knatter Lunchtime Club
13 December 2017 Years 1 to 6

Yellow Consent Forms: Dear Parents, If you have not returned your yellow consent form and pupil data sheet, please do so by the end of the week.  It is imperative that we hold correct details for your child/children and we want to update all the pupil records by the end of the term, ready for January. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead

12 December 2017 Years 1 to 3 Gym Club: Dear Parents, Please see attached the renewal letter from Elite Basketball for the Gym Club.  Please make payment as soon as possible via their website www.elitebasketballuk.co.ukIf your child is not returning to the Gym Club after Christmas, please let me know as soon as possible so  I can allocate the place to another child. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
12 December 2017 Years 2 to 4 Film Club
12 December 2017 Years 5 & 6 After-School Football Club (Tuesday)
12 December 2017 Years 2 to 4 After-School Football Club (Friday)
12 December 2017 Years 3 to 6 Basketball Club Renewal Letter:  Dear Parents, Please see attached the renewal letter from Elite Basketball for the after school Basketball Club.  Please make payment as soon as possible via their website www.elitebasketballuk.co.uk.. If your child is not returning to the Basketball Club after Christmas, please let me know as soon as possible so  I can allocate the place to another child. Many thanks  Mrs Weatherhead
12 December 2017 Years 3 to 6 Dodge Ball Club: Dear Parents, Please see attached the renewal letter from Elite Basketball for the after school Dodgeball Club.  Please make payment as soon as possible via their website www.elitebasketballuk.co.ukIf your child is not returning to the Dodgeball Club after Christmas, please let me know as soon as possible so  I can allocate the place to another child. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
12 December 2017 Whole School Letter fromVicky Ford
11 December 2017 Whole School Important Notice Regarding Weather Conditions: Dear Parents, We are mindful that the weather forecast may result in icy roads in the morning. Therefore please keep an eye on the school website and your email account in case a message is sent giving further information regarding school opening. Many thanks, Miss Hawkes
11 December 2017 FS & KS1 DVD Orders: Dear Parents, Please note that any orders for Xmas Productions DVDs MUST be in by the end of school today. This will allow the production company sufficient time to edit and produce the DVD. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
11 December 2017 Music Participants Cello Assembly: Dear All, Please note that this morning's cello assembly will go ahead.  We do ask that you bear with us if we have to start a few minutes late as the children will not be arriving until 10.00 a.m. and we would like to get them settled and registered first. The assembly will be held in the big hall. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
10 december 2017 Springers parents Important Notice - Springers Breakfast Club: Dear Parents, Please note that if your child is booked into Springers Breakfast Club tomorrow, staff will be there to receive them at 7.30 A.M. as usual.  Springer's staff will keep the children with them until 10.00 a.m. when they will join the other children coming into school. Many thanks Miss Hawkes 
10 December 2017 Whole School Important message - Re Adverse weather Conditions: Dear  Parents, Due to adverse weather conditions, we will be opening the school tomorrow at 10.00 a.m. to allow everyone enough time to get into school safely.   It will also enable Mr Fleming to clear the playground and pathways so the children can walk around the school safely. The Christmas Carol Service will go ahead at 1.45 p.m. but will instead be held in the new hall AT SCHOOL and NOT at St Andrew's Church. All children will be allowed out to play in the snow on the field on the proviso that they have wellies AND a coat with them in school.  If your child does not bring in wellies or a coat they will NOT be able to play outside.Many thanks Miss Hawkes
8 December 2017 Club Participants High 5: Dear Parents, There will be session of High 5s next week to make up for the missed session on 9th November.  Due to the light, it will be necessary to finish slightly earlier at 4.00 p.m.  so please ensure that you collect your child at the earlier time by the back gate as usual. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
8 December 2017 FS (Oak Bay), Year 2 (Maple Bay), Year 3 (Pine Bay) Swimming Lessons: Please see attached. (Oak Bay, Maple Bay, Pine Bay) Please let me know if you are able to help with escorting the children to and from the pool.  We are looking for anyone who can spare a couple of hours each week and would be grateful for any help. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
8 December 2017 FS & KS1 DVD Order - Lights, Camel, Action: Dear Parents, Don't forget to order your copy (ies) of the Production DVD by the end of the day on Monday.  If you need an online code or need to discuss this matter further, please contact me in the school office. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
8 December 2017 Parent Helpers

Coffee and Gateaux: Please see attached. (Coffee-Gateau invite) . Please respond by the end of the school day on Friday 15th December.  If other members of the family also help e.g. siblings or grandparents, please invite them along as well. We hope you can join us! Regards Mrs Weatherhead

7 December 2017 Year 5 French Trip 
7 December 2017 Club Participants Camera Club: Dear Parents, Next Wednesday, 13th December will be the last session of Camera Club.   I hope your child has enjoyed the new club and that they have been able to tell you what they have been doing and how much they have achieved with their peers during the sessions.    I hope they continue to use their cameras and hope to see lots of photos that they take over the holidays! Many thanks Mrs Clifton
6 December 2017 FS & KS1 DVD Order - Lights, Camel, Action
6 December 2017 Whole School FONS Disco
6 December 2017 Choir participants Important message for choir members
6 December 2017 Year 3 D.T. project
6 December 2017 KS2 Request for volunteers - KS2 Christmas carol service
6 December 2017 Choir participants

Barbican concert Tickets: Dear Parents, We have not had any information regarding ticket sales but have checked the Barnardos website and can see that tickets are now available (from 5th December).  You should phone the Barbican Box Office on 0207 638 8891 or go online at www.barbican.org.uk.  Ticket information and prices can be found on their website. Kind regards Miss Barnes

6 December 2017 Participants

Cancellations: Dear parents, Unfortunately, Mr Parkin is unwell today and won't be in today for singing lessons or Glee Club. If you child normally attends our Glee club please ensure that you collect them at the normal time of 3.15 p.m. instead Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead

5 December 2017 FS and KS 1 Xmas Production Tickets and Arrangements on the Day
5 December 2017 Whole School TLC Feedback - Parent Evaluation Form
4 December 2017 Whole School Brass Lessons Flyer
4 December 2017 Whole School FONS: Urgent request for volunteers
4 December 2017 FS and KS1 Springer Creche - Xmas Production
1 December 2017 Year 6 D.T. Project - volunteer request
1 December 2017 Year 6 Dahl Day
30 November 2017 Club Participants

Djembi Performance: Dear Parents, If you are not able to attend the assembly on Monday morning, please join the children and I for an end of term performance on Monday afternoon at 4.00 p.m. just before the end of the club session. Many thanks, Mr Reyland

30 November 2017 Choir Participants Community Singing:  Dear Parents, If your child is singing with the choir at the library (attached to the school) on Saturday, please ensure that they meet Miss Barnes outside the library at 2.00 p.m. The performance will last approximately 30-45 minutes.  They do not need to wear school uniform but can come looking festive. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
29 November 2017 Year 5 DT  Project
29 November 2017 Whole School FONS: Mrs Claus Flyer
28 November 2017 Year 4  Year 4 Cooking
28 November 2017 Whole School Springers Creche
27 November 2017 FS & KS1 Nativity 2017: On the day arrangements
27 November 2017 Music Participants Cello Christmas Assembly
27 November 2017 Music Participants Woodwind Assembly
27 November 2017 Music Participants Guitar Christmas Assembly
27 November 2017 Music participants Drum Kit/Djembe Assembly
27 November 2017 Whole School TLC -On the day arrangements
24 November 2017 FS & KS1 Springers Creche: Christmas Show (9 December 2017, morning)
24 November 2017 FS & KS1 Nativity 2017: Ticket letter
24 November 2017 Whole School Road Safety:  Dear Parents, This morning some particularly dangerous driving was witnessed on our zebra crossing  but thankfully no-one was hurt. It appears that the drivers may have been parents of children at the school. Please can I ask you to be vigilant when crossing the road and remind your children to do likewise. Also, if you are a driver, please reduce your speed when approaching the crossing so any dangerous drivers behind you are forced to slow down as well. Many thanks
Miss Hawkes
24 November 2017 KS2 (Selected Students) Christmas Carol Service:  Dear Parent, Your child has been selected to do a reading in our KS2 Carol Service. They have been given a part to practise reading at home. Please could you go through it with them and help to read it in a clear voice. Thank you Miss Barnes
23 November 2017 Year 3 Decoration Reminder:  Dear Parents, Could you please remind your children to bring in decorations for their poetry based on the Magic Box.  For example, a crown for a king, a sword for a pirate etc.  The children will explain ! Many thanks Mrs Davis & Miss Bishop
23 November 2017 Club Participants Choir - cancelled session: Dear  Parents, Please note that there will not be a choir session after school next week (Tuesday 28th ) as Miss Barnes has to attend a meeting that cannot be changed. Choir will resume the following week. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead 
23 November 2017 Guitar Students Cancelled lesson:  Dear Parents, Unfortunately, Mr Calabro is unwell and not in school today. Consequently there will not be any guitar lessons today. We apologise for the late notice. Regards Mrs Weatherhead
21 November 2017 Year 4 Maths Homework: Dear parents, Due to a technical glitch,  some tasks from the Australian year 7 curriculum were set for Miss Barnes maths group last week! (Mathletics is a worldwide site) Obviously I am not expecting my group to do these tasks. The problem has been corrected and we are now back on the English curriculum and there are tasks assigned for the coming week.  Apologies for any confusion and worry that has been caused by long division! Thank you, Miss Barnes
21 November 2017 FS (Oak Bay), Year 2 (Maple Bay) and Year 3 (Pine Bay) Spring Term Swimming
21 November 2017 Whole School TLC Online Bookings: Dear Parents, Please note that the online booking system is now open and you can make an appointment to see your child's teacher.  If you have not already done so and are unable le to access the system, please call me and I will make an appointment for you. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
17 November 2017 Year 1- Lime Bay Christmas Production Costume Letter
17 November 2017 Foundation Stage Christmas Production Costume Letters for Oak Bay and Willow Bay
17 November 2017 Club Particpants After-School Football: Dear Parents, Please note that from NEXT  TUESDAY, all after school Football sessions will finish at the earlier time of 4.15 p.m. Please ensure that you collect your child from the back gate at the new time. Many thanks  Mrs Weatherhead
17 November 2017 Year 5 - Scycamore

Swimming: Dear Parents, Please note that for the final three lessons this term,  children from Groups 1 & 2 should bring in a pair of shorts and t shirt to swim in (as well as their costume). Many thanks   Mrs Weatherhead

15 November 2017 Years 3 to 6 Netball Flyer
14 November 2017 Whole School Farleigh Hospice Fundraiser: 'Flumpets' available from the school office for £2 during morning break
14 November 2017 Whole School Children in Need Menu
14 November 2017 Year 6 Year Book: Photo and Video Consent
14 November 2017 Year 5 Potential French Trip Interest Letter
14 November 2017 Whole School Pudsey Menu (17/11/2017)
13 November 2017 Whole School Springers Creche
13 November 2017 Whole School Termly Learning Conference explanation Leaflet and Letter
13 November 2017 Whole School Reminder: Children In Need event - Don’t forget that this Friday, Epping are hosting a ‘crazy hat day’ in aid of Children in Need. Those wishing to take part will need to bring in a £1 donation on the day. Any hat is fine, from the ordinary to the crazy, home-made or bought.  A prize will be given to the craziest and most creative hat from each class! All houses may take part. As usual, children are able to wear a Children in Need t-shirt or accessory with their school uniform as well if they wish. Thank you for your support. Miss Bishop
13 November 2017 Whole School FONS: Bag2School
13 November 2017 Choir Participants Reminder Urgent message for Concerts: Barnardos and Community Performances
13 November 2017 Whole School Headlice Letter and NHS Lice Leaflet 
10 November 2017 Foundation Stage Sickness and Diarrhoea: Precautionary arrangement
10 November 2017 Whole School Sickness & Diarrhoea Letter and Infectious Gastroenteritis Factsheet
9 November 2017 Violin Pupils Violin Lessons: Dear Parents, The children are enjoying having lessons with the new violin teacher and things are going well ! I have spoken to Mrs Carnell today and she has agreed to take lessons until 8th December allowing the children to have the full ten lessons you have paid for this term. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
9 November 2017 Foundation Stage Foundation Stage Information
8 November 2017 Club participants Cancelled: Dear Parents, Please note that Mrs Freedman is sick this week and will not be able to take the session tomorrow and it will therefore be CANCELLED.  We will arrange for the session to be added on at the end of the term or for a payment to be deducted next term (once we have had an opportunity to talk to Mrs Freedman direct). Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
8 November 2017 Whole School Pre-School Cake Sale
6 November 2017 Year 6 Carol Concert Programme Competition
6 November 2017 Club Participants Dance Club Competition
6 November 2017 Whole School Springers Creche - Family Assemblies
3 November 2017 Choir Participants Barnardos Concert: Dear Parents, Please find attached the original letter sent out to choir members concerning the concert at the Barbican - please ensure that you give consent and make payment ONLINE by14th November (if you have not already done so) to ensure your child's name is published in the programme.  Miss Barnes has to give the organisers names of the participants on this date and she cannot guarantee that their name will appear in the programme AFTER this date e.g once the names have been given. If your child does not intend to go with the choir for this performance please let me know by return email.    Many thanks  Mrs Weatherhead
2 November 2017 Club Participants Magical Maths Club
2 November 2017 Year 6 Pirates of the Curry Bean - DVD Update
1 November 2017 Foundation Stage Welly Wednesday and Donations
1 November 2017 Year 5

French Trip: Dear Parents, We are intending to take the Year 5 children on a trip to France in March 2018.  We will be having a meeting to discuss interest in the trip in Sycamore Bay (Miss Edward's class) straight after school on Monday 13th November at 3.15 p.m.  Kind regards Mrs Weatherhead

1November 2017 Selected Participants New Violin Teacher
30 October 2017 Selected Participants Rising Stars email and invitation letter
30 October 2017 Selected Participants Cancelled: Violin Lessons (Mrs George)
30 October 2017 Whole School School Nurse Drop In sessions: Moulsham Juniors and Kings Road
30 October 2017 Whole School FONS Non-Uniform Day
30 October 2017 Whole School Menu Changes: Dear Parents, There has been a slight change in the school meal menu for Week 3.  We are now offering Chunky Fish Fingers on Friday afternoon.  A revised menu is attached. Many thanks. Mrs Weatherhead
30 October 2017 Whole School British Legion Poppies: Dear Parents, As usual, we will be selling poppies in school as part of the  British Legion Poppy Appeal 2017.  We suggest a minimum donation of 50p and poppies will be sold in the classrooms every afternoon from tomorrow until Friday 10th November. Please send your child in with their donation if they would like a poppy. For younger children (Foundation Stage and KS1) it may be useful if you place any coins/donations in a named envelope for them to give to their class teacher ready for the sale in the afternoon. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
20 October 2017 Choir Participants Community Performance and Barnardo initial letter
20 October 2017 Whole School Fire & Police Services: Letter for Schools, Burglary Campaign and Fireworks
20 October 2017 Years 2, 3 & 4 CCFC Football Club (Friday)
20 October 2017 Years 5 & ^ CCFC Football Club (Tuesday)
20 October 2017 Violin Pupils  Cancelled: Dear Parents, Unfortunately Mrs George is unwell and will not be in school today.  I will discuss with her, when she returns, how many lessons are outstanding and how the missed sessions will be made up. Our apologies for the inconvenience this will cause. Regards Mrs Weatherhead
19 October 2017 Whole School Trading Cards Ban: Dear Parents, You will read in the newsletter today that after half term, children will not be allowed to being in Pokeman cards to show their friends or to trade with each other.  This new rule applies to ALL trading cards including Match Attax, Lego and any other collectible/trading card that your child may have. Many thanks for your support with this. Regards Miss Hawkes Deputy Head Teacher
19 October 2017 Year 1 (selected participants) Teddy Lympics
18 October 2017 Year 1 (Ash Bay)

Tupperware Container Request: Dear Parents, Please could your child bring in a labelled/named small tupperware box/container TOMORROW, Thursday 19th October.  We will be making a fruit salad in class and the children will need to be able to bring theirs home with them. Many thanks Mrs Coulson

17 October 2017 Years 1 and 2 Magical Maths After School Club Flyer
16 October 2017 Years 1 and 2 Magical Maths After School Club
16 October 2017 Whole School Springers Creche
16 October 2017 Whole School FONS: The Autumn disco is taking place this Thursday; please send an envelope into school enclosing £3.00 (per child) if your child wishes to attend. The envelope must detail your child's name, class and your contact number and must be received BY THE END OF THE DAY WEDNESDAY. Many thanks Mrs Huntley (FONS Chair)
16 October 2017 Drum Participants Cancelled: Dear Parents, Please note that Mr Reyland is unfortunately unwell today and will not be coming into school.  Therefore please note that there will not be any Drum Kit lessons today or any after school DJEMBE club.  Children who normally attend Djembe should be collected from school at the normal time of 3.15 p.m. Many thanks Mrs Weatherhead
13 October 2017 Participants High 5 Match against Perryfield Junior
13 October 2017 Whole School FONS: For Sale Board and Newsletter October 2017
12 October 2017 Whole School Online Safety Handout
12 October 2017 Whole School Information Evening for Teacher Training Flyer
12 October 2017 Whole School CCFC Half-term Holiday Club
12 October 2017 Whole School ACA Academy Football
9 October 2017 Choir Partricipants

Cancelled: Please note that there will not be a choir session after school NEXT WEEK as Miss Barnes is on a course.  Choir will resume the first week following half term e.g. 31st October. Many thanks, Mrs Weatherhead

6 October 2017 Foundation Stage Springers Creche for Foundation Stage Afternoon Tea
6 October 2017 Violin Pupils

Dear Parents, Due to the fact that Mrs George is unwell today, there will not be any violin lessons.  I apologise for the late notice however we were only made aware late this morning. Regards Mrs Weatherhead

5 October 2017 Foundation Stage Afternoon Tea Invite and Dress Up Letter
5 October 2017 Whole School Romans - Chelmsford Library Flyer
4 October 2017 Year 2 (Maple Bay)

Dear Parents, Please could your child come into school this Friday (6th October) in the costumes they wore for the Great Fire of London Day.  They will perform their family assembly in these and then get changed into their school uniform afterwards.  Please could they bring their uniform into school in a NAMED plastic bag; they will use this for their costume after the assembly. Many thanks Mrs Cross 

4 October 2017 Foundation Stage Letter for Parent
4 October 2017 Years 1 to 6 Riverside Ice Hockey - Learn to Play
3 October 2017 Whole School Springers Creche for E-Safety Presentaion and Family Assembly
3 October 2017 Whole School Springers October Half-Term Holiday Program 2017
3 October 2017 Whole School Headlice Letter and NHS Flyer
3 October 2017 Year 4 Colchester Zoo Reminder
3 October 2017 Whole School FONS Autumn Disco
28 September 2017 Camera Club participants

Dear Parents, Please note that due to the Year 4 children going on a school trip next Wednesday to Colchester Zoo, there will not be a Camera Club session on Wednesday 4th October. Many thanks Mrs Clifton

27 September 2017 Year 5 (Sycamore) Urgent request for Volunteers (Harvest Festival)
26 September 2016 Whole School Computer and Video Games Letter 2017
26 September 2016 Whole School CVHS Firework Display Tickets are available in advance from the Front Office.
21 September 2017 Year 1 Mathletics Specifications Letter
20 September 2017 Years 1 to 6 Harvest Festival
18 September 2017 Whole School Rayne Primary School
18 September 2017 Whole School Farleigh Yuletide Stride
18 September 2017 Year 4 Information leaflet
18 September 2017 Whole School Free Parenting Course Flyer
14 September 2017 Selected Parents Reminder: Asthma Inhalers
13 September 2017 Year 4 Meet the Teacher Letter
13 September 2017 Year 3 Meet the Teacher Letter
13 September 2017 Year 6 Meet the Teacher Letter
12 September 2017 Year 2 Meet the Teacher Letter
5 September 2017 Years 2 to 6 Glee Club Flyer
5 September 2017 Year 6 Prefect letter and Mobile Phones
5 September 2017 Whole School e-Safety Awareness Training
5 September 2017 Year 2 Great Fire of London Reminder
     
     
     
     

 

2016/2017

2015/2016

Date Sent Relevant Year / Group Subject Matter
22 July 2016 FS to Year 5 Mathletics: Introduction Letter and Specification. (Starting September2016 for Years 1 to 6)  
21 July 2016 Whole School Free Parenting Program
21 July 2016 Whole School Multi-Academy Trust (MAT)
21 July 2016 Whole School Parental Questionnaire
20 July 2016 Whole School Springers Holiday Club (October Half-term)
19 July 2016 Year 2 Year 2 to Year 3 Transition Letter
19 July 2016 Years 3 to 6 Bags in School
19 July 2016 Whole School School Uniform
19 July 2016 Whole School Summer Safety 2016 by the Essex Fire Service
18 July 2016 11+ participants Mock 11+ 

 

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