Welcome back
Welcome back. I hope you all had an enjoyable summer break. I’ve enjoyed listening to all of the days out and holidays that the children have been on!
I’ve been really pleased with how motivated the children have been in our first week back. Our first few weeks will involve some re-capping. For example, we’ll revisit some of the phonics covered in Year 1. Children tend to slip back a bit over the long holidays so regular reading at home and practising of handwriting, counting and number bonds will all help.
For those of you who I don’t know, this will be my fifth year at Moortown Primary and my second year teaching in Year 2. Parents’ Evening will be towards the end of October; in the meantime, please feel free to drop in if you have any queries. I look forward to getting to know you all better.
Finally, I’d like to welcome Jorja to our class. She’s been welcomed by all the class and is already proving to be a great member of the Year 2 learning community.
A new school year
Welcome to Year 1!
We’ve had a great first week and I’m pleased with the efforts and behaviour of all of the children.
Just a few notes about the term ahead:
PE – this will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Children should bring their PE kits to school and leave in school until half term. If they get dirty they will be sent home for washing.
Reading – we aim to hear your child read on a weekly basis within school, once by a teacher and once by the teaching assistant. Please make time to read with your child and encourage them to discuss the text. It would be helpful if you make a comment of any reading done in your child’s reading record book.
Homework – children in Year 1 will receive homework on a Friday and it’s due back on Wednesday the following week. See the front of the homework book for more details.
Spelling – this will be set home on a Monday and a spelling test will take place on the Friday.
Class bear – Year 1 is home to Ralph Bear! A child will be rewarded each week by bringing Ralph home for the weekend. He will bring with him his suitcase and diary. Please encourage your child to write in his diary about his weekend. Photos are also welcome.
A warm welcome to Abigail, who has joined our class. She has fitted in beautifully and I am sure she will be very happy at Moortown Primary.
If you have any questions about the term ahead, please do not hesitate to ask.
Goodbye, Year 3!
Well, time flies when you’re having fun!
I’ve had a fantastic time teaching Year 3 this year and will definitely miss you all next year (even though you’ll only be next door!). Your enthusiasm for learning and boundless energy has made teaching you an absolute pleasure. There have been so many highlights from the past year. Here are a few of my favourites:
- Madison’s marvellous performance in the Lion King. She had learned all her lines in one weekend: a true professional!
- Umar and Harvey’s excellent progress in all subjects but especially in maths.
- Zakir’s absolute enthusiasm for learning and the great progress he has made this year.
- Some incredible writing by Ruqayyah which wowed the school when read out at Friday’s celebration assembly.
- Holly covered in stick insects – but staying calm – when the Animal Intuition lady came into school.
- All the children’s amazing reactions when the chicks started hatching and their faces when they held them for the first time.
- Sarina’s election as school councillor and her articulate feedback to the class after meetings. She always uses adding connectives after each point!
- Josh’s performance during football club – taking on children three years older than him.
- The brilliant teamwork showed by all the groups in the recent treasure hunt at Roundhay Park.
- Last but not least, Finn’s blood-curdling “Arrrrrrgghh!”
Thank you to Mrs Sherriff and Mrs Edwards for all their hard work. They have been fantastic and will be missed next year as well. Finally, thank you parents, for your continued support over the year.
A final message from Mrs Hazell
Dear Year 6 and parents,
Wow! What a year!
As the school year draws to a close, it’s always a good time to look back at the many and varied achievements that have taken place…and there have been quite a few!
Where to begin?
I want to say a huge well done to everyone for their attitude to learning. Jatinder’s, Sean’s, Matthew’s, and Valerie’s reading and maths has improved dramatically. Adam, too, has improved due to a huge effort and determination on his part. Bronwen, Kai, Lauren, Robert, Akash, Keighley and Anna have impressed everyone with their determination to extend their learning and push themselves in their Tough Stuff Maths.
I have been pleased with how the class respond to their targets and want to make progress with their learning. Charlotte, Zach, Vikram and Cyd are especially impressive at this, always asking questions about how to improve and thinking hard about how to be the best they can. Great stuff!
This Year 6 have become excellent and creative writers. Omar, Angel and George FP have entertained me no end all year with their quirky and imaginative writing styles. I’m sure there’s a budding author here somewhere!
The class is full of characters who keep everyone positive with their sense of humour and great outlook on life: Aleena, Hasan, Shoaib and particularly Abdul – thanks! You have contributed massively with your laughs and smiles.
I also want to say a huge well done to Rene and Izzy who are very talented artists. You have been great role models to the rest of the children in Art and have helped everyone produce high quality work.
For a successful team you need many different components. Kiran, Amy, Bradley, Aqsa and Ajay: thanks and well done. The way you approach your work with quiet tenacity and give everything such effort is commendable and inspiring to others.
Grease was amazing. I think the singing and dancing was the best I’ve seen from a group of ten and eleven year olds in my whole career [message from Mr Roundtree: “And that’s a very long time indeed!”] and I think we may have uncovered a new star in George C. Keep on rockin’ and a rollin’, George!
You guys are a very special, talented and memorable bunch of children who, as a group and as individuals, have risen to every challenge they have been set in a calm, determined and positive manner. You have been fantastic fun to teach. I have laughed…lots!
Thanks!
Mrs Hazell
Roundhay Park Treasure Hunt
Here are a few pictures from our recent treasure hunt at Roundhay Park. Sorry there aren’t many; it was a very busy day!
Pirate War Dance
In PE lessons, we’ve been learning some traditional dances and then creating our own versions. This video is our take on a traditional Maori Haka. We’ve rebranded it as a pirate war dance and this group has added a few new moves…
httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RNgaLGpqMJU&feature=youtu.be
Goodbye Year 1!
Where has this year gone? It has been an amazing year and each and every child has flourished, matured and made our year a very successful one. There have been many highlights including Emre coming to school as Bob Dylan and Malique thinking that I was alive in 1935! The class has many characters, all with different strengths, but they are one of the most co-operative classes that Mrs Maver or I have ever taught.
There have been so many successes I could sit here all night listing them; here are a few:
- Sarah has become so independent
- Mia has become a whizz at maths and is so much more confident
- Dominic has matured and has made amazing progress in his writing
- Haider is much more sure of himself
- Luke has shown brilliant positive behaviour
A big thank you to Mrs Strange and Mrs Maqbool who have supported the children all year in their learning and a big thank you to you, the parents / carers, for your ongoing support – it makes our lives much easier.
We look forward to seeing all the children in Year 2. They can’t get away from us as we will be popping in next door to make sure they are showing Miss Hewson their best! Well done Year 1 – have a great summer!
Messy Modroc!
We finished our Seaside topic in style with a very messy week and lots of fun. The children have become experts in using modroc so if you ever break a bone they may be able to help you (watch out, Frankie’s mum and dad, as it was a bit soggy!). The shapes of the sea creatures were made with newspaper and masking tape; these were then covered with modroc and water which then set very quickly. A few days later the models were painted and now we have some very interesting sea creatures.
Goodbye Reception Class 2012!
As the end of the school year approaches, we have been remembering the past year and thinking about moving on. The children have all made fantastic progress and we are proud of everyone. Well done especially to Matteo for settling so well and Daanyaal who has begun to make good choices with his behaviour. Well done, Neive, for trying hard to write neatly and to Oliver for his increased confidence. Have a great summer!
Hello from Mumbai
One of our Year 1 friends a little while ago. We’re all delighted to read this email he has sent us…
Dear Mrs Maver, Mrs Weekes and all my Year 1 friends,
Hello everyone! Hope you are having fantastic time at Moortown Primary. I am doing great in Mumbai. I love my new school R.N. Podar, but at the same time I miss Moortown.
I study in Grade 1. There are 25 students in 1 division and there are 3 divisions. Going to school by school bus is very exciting. I have made many new friends. One of my classmates comes from France. My school time is from 1 pm to 5.30 pm.
We have themed weeks same as Moortown . Last week was Hygiene Week. This week we are preparing for the musical – Little Red Riding Hood – which is tomorrow.
Hope all of you enjoy your summer holidays and keep in touch.
Regards to Mr Roundtree, Mrs O’Malley, Mrs Russell, Mrs Maqbool, Mrs Smithells and everyone at Moortown.
Love,
Adwait