We expect 100% attendance. We managed 2 days of 100% attendance this year and none in the summer term.

Good school attendance habits are best started early.

Children learn from those around them and you as parents/carers set the standards and expectations for your child. Showing your child the importance of attending school every day not only helps your child to settle quickly when starting school but helps them to keep and maintain friendships and enjoy the school environment.

BOOST your Mental Health over the Holiday Period

1. Don’t do away with the routine

Long lie-ins are a must sometimes but if you’re sleeping lots every day, it can have a negative impact on your mental health. It’s OK to relax your routine a little – we’re not suggesting 6am starts – but try to go to bed at a reasonable time and get up not much more than an hour later than you normally would. Have a shower and get dressed, even if you’ve got no plans. You’ll feel refreshed and more energised.

2. Get planning

If you’re struggling to get motivated, planning your time can help. Give yourself something to do every morning and afternoon, and make sure you have a good mix. Schedule some time for gaming, reading or watching TV and add in a couple of chores. It’s not just to keep your parents happy (although that’s an added bonus), it’ll give you a sense of achievement and make the fun stuff more enjoyable.

3. Practice a summer of self-care

Self-care is all about being kind to yourself, listening to what your body and mind need and making time for the things that make you feel good. Check-in with yourself each morning and evening to see how you’re feeling and if there’s anything you need. Sometimes a few minutes of mindfulness, a short walk or a nice relaxing bath can do wonders. Try making a list of some feel-good activities and plan them out for the weeks ahead.

4. Enjoy the great outdoors

OK, so living in the UK’s second city, it might feel like we’re miles from the countryside, but there’s more to see in Brum than you might think. As well as beautiful parks and nature reserves, a walk around the city itself can be pretty interesting. Whatever works for you, try to get outside at least a few times a week. 

5. Stay connected

If you can’t meet up with your mates over the summer, six weeks can feel like a lifetime. Having some company is important for everyone, so make an effort to catch up with family members and keep in touch with friends if possible. 

Helping your child transition to secondary school
Is your child moving to secondary school in September? Internet Matters have published lots of useful advice and
resources to help you during this transition, including discussing if your child is ready for a smartphone and
explaining the challenge s they may face in secondary school:

here

The Ineqe Safeguarding Group have published information on their website to help you manage your child’s screentime during the summer break.
Their website includes top tips for managing screen time, activities and
guides to popular apps:

here

Robins

           Effort :  Freddie 
           Respect : Soloman
           Perseverance : Isla
           Positivity : Evie I
           Kindness : Thomas 

Kingfishers

           Effort :  Sophie
           Respect : Spencer
           Perseverance : Enid
           Positivity : Reggie
           Kindness : Becky 

Herons

           Effort : Lucy Rose
           Respect : Lulu
           Perseverance : Evie D
           Positivity : Piku
           Kindness : George E

Kestrels 

           Effort :  Maita
           Respect : William
           Perseverance : Erin
           Positivity : Freddie F
           Kindness : Martha

 John Locke Award

           Year R : Alexander
           Year 1 : Sofiia
           Year 2 : Remy
           Year 3 : Cece
           Year 4 : Carter
           Year 5 : Emily
           Year 6 : Jasmine

Henry Adams Award - Grace