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Phonics Screening Meeting for Parents 15.3.23

8th March 2023Mr Bennett

Mortimer Primary School

Excellence for all

Phonics Screening Meeting for Parents – 8.3.23

Dear parents/carers,

We warmly invite you to hear from Mrs Douglas (English Lead) as she takes us through all the information you need as a parent to understand and support your child through the screening process. In June 2023, the Year 1 Phonics Screening Test is scheduled to take place for all children in Year 1 in England

What: Phonics Screening Meeting for Parents

When: Wednesday 15th March 3:30pm

Where: School Hall

Please let us know you are attending via the online form below:

https://forms.gle/RDFNCyKZh2DxbSyVA

We are able to look after your year 1 child, whilst the meeting is on if you require.

We look forward to seeing you then!

Mr Bennett

Head Teacher

Excellence for Pupils – Excellence for Staff – Excellence for Parents

Phone: 0191 455 4504

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.mortimerprimary.co.uk

Read Write Inc Visit

25th January 2023Mr Bennett

Mortimer Primary School

Excellence for all

Read Write Inc Visit – 25.1.23

Dear parents/carers,

At the beginning of the academic year we embarked on a change to overhaul how we taught early reading and phonics. That change was Read Write Inc, a nationally recognised programme used by thousands of schools to teach early reading.

Earlier this week, we were visited by our consultant from Read Write Inc for a development day. She spent time visiting groups, observing our pupils and giving further coaching to staff.

The day was a real success and we are delighted at the feedback she gave, particularly about the quality of our teaching. She told us that ‘teaching is slick’ and she was very impressed by how well the programme is being implemented across Reception and KS1. She said that routines and expectations are well-embedded in every group and it was obvious that both the teaching staff and pupils were enjoying the lessons.

As ever, your children were a real credit to the school and the consultant commented on every child being engaged in each lesson she visited.

Implementing Read Write Inc. this successfully, is down to our reading team of teachers and teaching assistants. Their hard work has enabled the programme to make a successful start and set the foundation for all of our young readers.

My thanks also to Mrs Douglas, who has provided the leadership and coaching to ensure Read Write Inc is a success for all pupils. As a Head Teacher, I am passionate about children being able to read, therefore I will continue to support our staff to deliver for your children.

I look forward to seeing our progress moving forward and thank you for your support during this change.

If you have any questions about Read Write Inc, then we would be happy to chat with you.

Mr Bennett

Head Teacher

Excellence for Pupils – Excellence for Staff – Excellence for Parents

Phone: 0191 455 4504

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.mortimerprimary.co.uk

Y6 Reverse Advent Calendar

23rd December 2022A Stelling

Once again Y6 have completed their annual ‘reverse advent calendar’ and collected many items for the charity STARCH with works with asylum seekers and refugees within South Tyneside.

Margaret Gregg, who has worked for the charity for 17 years, visited school to receive the donations and to talk to the children about the work that they do. She told the children about how they are supporting Ukrainian families at this time.

They will always greatly receive any donations of household items, clothes and toys and are based at Living Waters Church, Alice Street, Laygate South Shields, NE33 5PB.

2ES Assembly Update

8th November 2022Mr Bennett

Mortimer Primary School

Excellence for all

2ES Assembly – 8.11.22

Dear parents/carers of 2ES,

The 2ES Parent Assembly was originally scheduled for Friday 2nd December 9am. Unfortunately, we need to cancel this date and reschedule.

We will let you know at the earliest opportunity when the new date will be, however we do know that this will now be next year in 2023.

Apologies for any inconvenience that this causes and we appreciate your understanding.

Yours sincerely

Mr Bennett

Deputy Head

Phone: 0191 455 4504

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.mortimerprimary.co.uk

Read Write Inc Update

11th October 2022Mr Bennett

Mortimer Primary School

Excellence for all

Read Write Inc Update – 11.10.22

Dear parents/carers,

We have just begun week 2 of teaching using the new Read Write Inc system fully to improve phonics, reading and writing

The 1^st home reading books from the scheme should have arrived home. They are copies of the books children are using in school during the week. Therefore, they will know them very well and this is important.

During the parent meetings we explained that it was “Three with me, Four at home.” Children will read their book in school 3 times to build:

Accuracy
Fluency
Comprehension

Then at home

Reading and enjoying. Showing fluency (the ability to read like a story teller with flow).

Therefore, the children shouldn’t be struggling with their books as they apply what they have learnt. They may seem ‘easy’ or ‘not hard enough’, but please don’t say this to your child. Instead, encourage your child to tell you the story out loud; ask them questions about things that happen or what they think about some of the characters in the story. Compliment them on their ability to tell the story rather than just reading the words. Home reading is a chance to show off and celebrate their reading skills. Supplementary books are unseen to the children, but use the same focus phonics as the core teaching text.

As we progress, we are excited to see the positive impact Read Write Inc has on the progress of reading for every child. Making them readers for life armed with the reading skills to support them through their educational journey.

We know parents and carers are very busy people. But if you can find time to read to your child as much as possible, it helps him or her to learn about books and stories. They also learn new words and what they mean. Show that you are interested in reading yourself and talk about reading as a family. We have loved hearing the positive feedback from parents already.

You can find out about good stories to read to your child here: https://www.facebook.com/miskin.education

Further Information, Handouts and Resources can be found at: https://mortimerprimary.co.uk/phonics-at-mortimer-primary-school/

Thank you for your continuing support

Phone: 0191 455 4504

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.mortimerprimary.co.uk

Read Write Inc Meeting Information

3rd October 2022Mr Bennett

Thank you to everyone who attended one of our Read Write inc meetings. We fully appreciated your questions and the time you gave to join us.

Please find below the information which was shared during the meeting. We will continue to keep parents up to date with the programme and its implementation in school.

Links to website for additional information are contained within the slides, however we are happy to answer you questions.

Download (PDF, 1.27MB)

Athletics Club Continue!

1st March 2022Mr Bennett

Emails have been sent out regarding the Start 2 Finish athletics clubs.

To sign up your child, please use the correct link below:

Year 1 & Year 2

https://forms.gle/rTR5vGmqMFY4sBcq9

Years 3,4,5 & 6

https://forms.gle/To3L8mPGaDWRMHVcA

Thursday Carols on the Yard

15th December 2021Mr Bennett

Mortimer Primary School

Excellence for all

Thursday Carols on the Yard – 15.12.21

Dear all,

Carols on the Yard – Early Years/Year1/Year2

The end of term is upon us and as we stated in our last newsletter, we would like to give a little flavour of the school productions this year.

The following will take place on Thursday 16^th December. The children will sing a song or two for parents. Please can adults wear masks even though we are outside.

Who	When	Where
Nursery am	11:10	Nursery garden
Nursery pm	2:30	Nursery garden
Reception	2:45	KS1 Yard
Year 1 & Year 2	3:05	KS1 Yard

What happens after?

If you are attending the 2:30 or 2:45 event, also have a child in KS2 (years 3 – 6) and would like to take them early then please complete the Google form below to let us know and have them ready for you. Please collect from the main office.

https://forms.gle/n2VKCJmTDGy7mT23A

If you are attending the 11:10 or 3:05 events, then we ask you to collect your other children at their normal time.

What will it look like?

The children will be in their classes as shown below. Please stand opposite your child’s class. You will then be able to take your child after they have sung.

If no one is there for your child, then they will return into school and will leave at their normal time.

Photos and Videos

Please feel free to capture this, but we must ask that no content containing other children is posted onto social media.

Many thanks

Phone: 0191 455 4504

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.mortimerprimary.co.uk

MPS Latest News – 12.11.21

12th November 2021Mr Bennett

Mortimer Primary School

Excellence for all

MPS Latest News – 12.11.21

Just as we break for a three-day weekend (school is closed to pupils on Monday 15^th November) there is plenty to update you all on. It has been a busy week at Mortimer and next week is also jam packed, especially with it being a 4-day week.

Parent Governor results
Children in Need
Nursery Rhyme Day
Anti-Bullying Week
Choir restarts
Craft shop
COVID impact
Street parking
Diary dates

1. Parent Governor resultsWe are pleased to welcome onto our governing body Keith James, as voted for by you the parents. Thank you to every parent who stood for election, we appreciate every parent who wishes to support us in making the school a better place for all.
2. Children in NeedOn Friday 19^th November, we will mark Children In Need 2021 with a pyjama day (appropriate for time of year and school). Donations are welcomed via Parent Pay. Each year group will have different tasks running during the day, with some year groups running their own additional fundraising activities.
3. Nursery Rhyme DayThe 15^th – 19^th November is World Nursery Rhyme week! On Tuesday 16^th November, children in Nursery and Reception are invited to dress up as a nursery rhyme character of their choice
4. Anti-Bullying weekMonday 15^th – Friday 19^th is anti-bullying week. The focus this year is one kind word. Some lessons will focus directly on this important subject.
5. Choir restartsWe will be restarting choir practice on Tuesday 16^th November. Year groups will be socially distanced to remain within their bubbles. Thank you for your patience.
6. Craft shop On Tuesday 30^th November, Mrs Jordan will be running a Christmas craft shop. Bags of craft will be available to buy with prices from 50p to £1. Years 1 to 6 will have a chance to visit the pop up shop.
7. COVID impactWe continue to be vigilant against COVID, however we have seen a small number of positive cases around the school. We ask that parents support us with the wearing of masks during drop off and collection times.
8. Street parkingWe have received complaints from local residents regarding the parking around the Coop and connected roads/streets. Please consider your parking choices. We appreciate those who are parking further away and walking in as we continue our Living Streets participation. Children can collect WOW badges for walking or even a stride into school after getting out of the car.
9. Diary dates 15.11.21 – In-service day (school closed, reopens Tuesday 16^thNov) 16.11.21 – Nursery rhyme day (Nursery & Reception dress up) 19.11.21 – Children in Need – Pyjama day 19.11.21 – 4KA Parent Assembly 22.11.21 – Year 5 Bikeability Week 1 Mon – Thurs 26.11.21 – Year 4 Bikeability Class1 30.11.21 – Year 4 Theatre Visit to see The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 30.11.21 – Pop up Craft Shop
Remember to book school lunches by 10pm each Wednesday…