Brown Clee YFC are holding a fundraising night on Saturday 14th May at the Village Hall. Entry is £10 to include a hot meal. More details can be found on the attached poster including contact details.
Author: Mrs Lloyd
Year 6 parents – apply now for school transport
School transport have asked us to remind any parents/carers of year 6 pupils, who wish to apply for free school transport for their child/children from September 2022, they should do so before 31st May 2022. Applications can be made online at https://shropshire.gov.uk/school-transport/ or over the phone with the Council’s Customer Service Team by calling 0345 6789008. Alternatively, should you require a paper copy of the application form, please do not hesitate to contact the school or Passenger Transport directly via email, schooltransport@shropshire.gov.uk or over the phone on the above telephone number. If the application is not received by 31st May 2021, the Authority may be unable to provide transport for the beginning of the autumn term 2022 and parents/carers will need to make their own transport arrangements. Access to school transport is not permitted until entitlement has been confirmed.
Attached is a copy of a letter from Shropshire Council and also the PDF application form.
Year 6 transition letter Sept 2022 – letter to parents-carers
Ditton Priors Village Hall Social Committee Jubilee Celebrations
The Village Hall Social Committee have asked us to share their plans to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. They are holding a Jubilee crown competition and would like as many people to design and make a crown and then join them on Sunday 5th June where they will be holding a picnic on the Pavilion Field. There are prizes for the best crown in each age group.
The procession of the crowns will start at 1.45pm from the Village Hall and they are asking that people wear Red, White and Blue or vintage dress. Please see the attached poster for more information.
Covid-19 latest advice for children
Below is the the latest NHS advice for children affected by Covid-19.
“Children and young people aged 18 and under can get coronavirus (COVID-19), but it’s usually a mild illness and most get better in a few days.
Symptoms of COVID-19 can include:
a high temperature or shivering (chills) – a high temperature means you feel hot to touch on your chest or back (you do not need to measure your temperature)
a new, continuous cough – this means coughing a lot for more than an hour, or 3 or more coughing episodes in 24 hours
a loss or change to your sense of smell or taste
shortness of breath
feeling tired or exhausted
an aching body
a headache
a sore throat
a blocked or runny nose
loss of appetite
diarrhoea
feeling sick or being sick
The symptoms are very similar to symptoms of other illnesses, such as colds and flu.
What to do if your child has symptoms
Your child should try to stay at home and avoid contact with other people if they have symptoms of COVID-19 and they either:
have a high temperature
do not feel well enough to go to school, college or childcare, or do their normal activities
They can go back to school, college or childcare when they feel better or do not have a high temperature.
Encourage your child to cover their mouth and nose with a tissue when they cough or sneeze, and to wash their hands after using or throwing away tissues.
Most children who are unwell will recover in a few days with rest and plenty of fluids.”
The information can be found at –
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/symptoms/coronavirus-in-children/
Dodgeball – CANCELLED
We have just been informed that the Dodgeball tournament due to take place today has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances. We will also be e-mailing all parents of the children who were due to attend. Sorry for any inconvenience.
Ukraine Discos update
We understand that all the children had great fun at the KS1 and KS2 discos last Friday. Thank you to the parents who kindly organised the discos and those who helped.
The grand total raised from tickets sales and tuck shop purchases is £584.87 and this will be paid into the DEC Ukraine appeal. Thank you for your generosity and we are pleased to let you know that the final total raised when added to our fundraising day in school is £1630.98.
School Lunch Menu – Summer Term
The School Lunch Menu will be changing for the Summer Term and has been uploaded to ParentPay. This is now live and you can log on and make bookings for meals up until May half term. The menu is attached and will begin on Week 2 when we return.
Discos for Ukraine
This is your last chance to book your place at the discos being held tomorrow in the Village Hall to raise money for the DEC Ukraine appeal.
Little Explorers, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 – 4.30pm to 5.30pm
Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 – 6pm to 7.30pm
Tuck shop and drinks available to buy on the night.
Please send £3 per child into the school office in a named envelope by Friday morning at the latest as the lists will be given to the parents organising the discos at lunchtime. Their name will then be added to the list to be ticked off on the night. There will be no admission on the night if their name is not on the list.
Whittles Bus Delayed
We have been informed that the Whittles Bus has been delayed this afternoon but should be with us very shortly. The children have been brought back into the school for their safety. Many apologies.
Reception Children Vision Screening
The School Vision Screening Team are visiting the school on Wednesday 6th April to carry out vision screening for Reception children. Please see the attached letter giving more information.
This is carried out on an OPT OUT basis. Therefore, if you are happy for your child to take part you do not need to take any further action. If you do not want your child to have their vision screened please complete and return the form to the School Office by Friday.
Ukraine fundraising Discos
Don’t forget about the Discos to fundraise for the DEC Ukraine Appeal being held next Friday 1st April at Ditton Priors Village Hall. The KS1 Disco for Fireflies and Grasshoppers is from 4.30pm to 5.30pm and the KS2 disco for Dragonflies and Scorpions is 6pm to 7.30pm. There will be a tuck shop available on the night. The cost is £3 per child, please can you make your payment in cash in an envelope clearly marked with your child’s name to the school office.
All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult, although they can accompany a school friend as long as the adult who brings them is staying.
The organisers of the KS2 Disco are also looking for help on the night and if you are able to help please let Kat Shotton know (her details are on the poster) or speak to the school office.
Burwarton Show 2022
Burwarton Show returns on 4th August 2022 and there are many classes which the children could exhibit in including Junior Cooks and the children’s classes. We do have some copies of the Schedule of Classes which includes the entry form in the school Reception, please feel free to pick one up. If you need any more forms, we can arrange for more to be delivered to school.
Booking School Lunches
Please could we remind parents and carers of the importance of booking school dinners a minimum of 48 hours in advance via ParentPay. This allows the school kitchen to ensure that enough food has been cooked and the children are served their preferred meal. It is possible to book meals up until the end of this term. If you do not have the ParentPay Activation code for your child, please contact the school office who will arrange for this to be sent to you.
Thank you in advance for your co-operation.
Phone problem resolved
We are pleased to let you know that the phone line is now working and we are able to make and receive calls.
Problem with Phone Line
We are currently experiencing problems with the phone line into school. We are unable to make or receive calls. If you need to contact us please e-mail the school office at admin@brownclee.shropshire.sch.uk as this inbox is constantly monitored throughout the day. We have reported this issue and hopefully it will be resolved quickly.
Starting Reception in September 2022
Children can start school in Reception at the beginning of the academic year following their fourth birthday. If your child was born between 1st September 2017 and 31st August 2018 they can start school in September 2022.
An application must be made by the closing date for applications of 15th January 2022 and can made made online via the Shropshire Council website using the following link
Shropshire School Admissions on-line application
School Lunches next term
The menu for next term has been uploaded to ParentPay and you are now able to book any meals which your child may require right up until Easter.
If your child requires a meal on the first day back in school (Wednesday 5th January 2022) please remember that you can only book meals up until 2 days before the day the meal is required and ensure that you book this on Monday 3rd January at the very latest.
Don’t forget all children from Reception to Year 2 are entitled to a free school meal under the Government’s Universal Infant Free School Meal Scheme. If you still haven’t activated your child’s ParentPay account contact the school office in January and they will be able to provide a copy of this.
If you think that your child may be eligible for Free School Meals and they are in Year 3 and above you can apply on-line at Apply for free school meals | Shropshire Council .
Thank you!
Thank you very much for your kind donations of pants or money on Wear One Thing Christmassy Day. We have received many pairs of pants and also the brilliant sum of £83.50 which we will send to Karibuni to help with their work.
Once again thank you and Merry Christmas.
Christmas Carol Service and Christmas Crib Service
St John the Baptist Church will be holding their Christmas Carol Service on Sunday 19th December at 11.30am and will be joined by the Group Choir.
The Crib Service is being held on Christmas Eve at 4pm. Hear the Christmas Story and then go home and prepare for Father Christmas.
School Photographs
The photographer has delivered the individual photographs this morning and they will be sent down to class for your child to bring home. Due to supplier stock shortages beyond their control some orders may be missing 7×5 photographs and he apologises for the inconvenience. However, they will be delivered to school on Thursday of this week.
Christmas Dinner reminder
Don’t forget the children will be served their Christmas Lunch next Wednesday. The last date you can pre-book your child’s meal is Monday but we would appreciate it if you could book this weekend (please select the roast dinner option – as although this shows roast beef it will be the Christmas dinner). If you haven’t yet activated your child’s ParentPay account please contact the school office urgently for a copy of their activation code.
Don’t forget all children in Fireflies and Grasshopper are entitled to free meals under the Government’s Universal Infant Free School Meals Scheme.
Christmas Lunch 2021
The children will be served their Christmas Lunch on Wednesday 15th December, the menu is below. Please can we ask that you log onto ParentPay by the end of the previous week to pre-book your child’s meal (please select the roast dinner option – as although this shows roast beef it will be the Christmas dinner). If you haven’t yet activated your child’s ParentPay account please contact the school office for a copy of their activation code.
Don’t forget all children in Fireflies and Grasshopper are entitled to free meals under the Government’s Universal Infant Free School Meals Scheme.
Information for parents of Reception, Year 1 and Year 2
Did you know that every child in the Infant phase of school is entitled to a free school meal under the Government’s Universal Infant Free School Meal Scheme? Now that the weather is getting colder it may be that your child would like a warm meal at lunchtime. To pre-book a meal for your child log onto www.parentpay.com and make your choices. The latest you can book is 2 days in advance but if you forget we can book a meal for your child if you contact the school office. You can currently book until the end of term
If you would like another copy of the user name and activation code for your child please contact the school office and we will e-mail this to you.
You can find out more information on the FSM Qualifying Criteria letter below (final paragraph). However, if you feel that your child may be eligible for Government Free School Meals which will ensure that they can continue to receive free meals once they go into Year 3 there is a copy of the form which you can complete (or click on the link in the letter to complete online). We encourage you to apply for Free School Meals as soon as possible as the school receive an additional payment for FSM children and this can be used to assist with other school activities.
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School Photograph Orders
Please could you ensure that all photograph orders are sent into the School Office by Friday morning at the latest. The photographer is coming to collect them that day so he can ensure that they will be with you in time for Christmas.
Free Courses for Parents
Did you know that as a resident of Shropshire you can access free courses to help with some of the challenges of being a parent and understand more about how your child may be feeling. There is help for expectant parents as well as parents of babies up to teenagers and as some courses are offered face to face it is a chance to meet with other parents who may be experiencing the same challenges. There is also a course designed specifically for teenagers to help them understand how their brain is changing. Please see the attached posters for more information on how to book onto these courses.
Christmas Lights switch on
The Christmas Lights are being switched on at 5pm this Sunday 28th November at St John the Baptist Church. Everyone is welcome and there will be carol singing, mince pies and mulled wine.
Little Explorer’s Christmas Fair
Little Explorer’s have asked us to share the poster for their Christmas Fair and Market which is being held on 27th November. Please see the poster below and if you have any questions or might be interested in a stall give them a call on 712506.
Lunch Tuesday 2nd November
Chartwells have asked us to advise you that lunch tomorrow will be pizza not Allegra’s Garlicky chicken as shown on the menu on ParentPay.
Year 6 Transferring to Secondary School – deadline date 31st October 2021
The Schools Admissions Team at Shropshire Council have asked us to remind the parents of Year 6 children that the deadline date for applying for a place at your child’s preferred secondary school is Sunday 31st October. All applications are to be made on-line at www.shropshire.gov.uk/schooladmissions During office hours, anyone struggling to apply online is advised to contact Shropshire Council customer services.
School Lunches up until Half Term
Due to the Class Bubbles being reintroduced and an issue with the freezer in the school kitchen, the meals served to the children may differ this week from the menu shown on Parent Pay. Thank you in advance for your understanding.