Head Teachers Update
Hello and welcome to the Headteacher’s update.
Despite Brexit taking up the lion’s share of the news lately, there are some planned changes to the focus on schools.
Due for release in September 2019, the new OFSTED framework, promises to shift the spotlight from pupil outcomes (exam results, end of EYFS data, Ks1 and KS2 SATS, Phonics Screening tests etc) to the real substance of education- a school’s curriculum - with a new ‘quality of education’ judgement.
This is something to be very much applauded. Here at Irthington the whole focus of our curriculum planning is to plan and deliver a rich and rounded curriculum that actually means something, and is relevant to, the children we teach. We pack the activities with hands on and practical approaches, plan in visits to bring learning alive. For your reference I have included our rationale for the curriculum we implemented in September 2018.
Head Teachers Award
Head Teachers award this week goes to Scott – ‘For being such a great all round superstar! You give 100% to everything we do in school.’
Class 1 Star
Class 1 star of the week goes to Finley – ‘For ALWAYS doing your best and for being so kind and helpful in the class!’
Class 1Class 2 Star
Class 2 star of the week goes to Edward –‘You have had another fabulous week in school, especially in Maths. You always try your best. Well done!’
Class 2Class 3 Star
Class 3 star of the week goes to Charlie M – Presented in recognition of your hard work this week. You have produced a wonderful descriptive piece of writing.
Class 3
Jessie
Class 1
I like playing in the shed with pans and cups.
Louise
Class 1
My favourite thing is bathing Boris the tortoise.
Will
Class 1
I like playing with my friends.
Gabriel
Class 1
I like playing with the numbers in the Maths area.
Finley
Class 1
I like making robots in craft.
Charlie W
Class 1
I like playing in the sandpit with my friends.
Lola C
Class 2
I like doing my Maths in the mornings. It’s my favourite lesson.
Charlie D
Class 2
I like doing morning spellings
Millie
Class 2
I like coming to school because it’s lots of fun.
Ashley
Class 2
I like coming to school because I love reading.”
Scott
Class 2
I like coming to school because I like playing football with my friends.
Iona
Class 2
I like to learn things.
Heidi
Class 3
I love the Residentials. The teachers make it so fun. Also the activities are epic. I love PE because it is so fun and it keeps us active. My favourite subject is RE. It is so fun to know all about the different religions.
Izzy
Class 3
I love learning new things and playing with my friends all of the time. Also the teachers are really kind. I love this school very much
Charlie
Class 3
I like it when we have a lot of work to do because there is a lot of stuff to do. I love it when we go on Residential because we get together and there’s lots of activities to do.”
Connie
Class 3
I really enjoy all the tournaments. I also enjoy Maths and PE. They are both my favourite subjects. I’m always really excited for Wednesday because it is Kenny’s football.
Elliot
Class 3
I like the football tournament. I like school because you get to see your friends.
Ksawery
Class 3
I like the stuff the teachers organise and I love my school dinners.”
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