Y6 Reverse Advent Calendar for STARCH

16th December 2021A Stelling
Our Y6 children have been involved in a reverse advent calendar where, instead of receiving a small gift, they have brought into school small items to give to charity. They very kindly donated knitted hats, an array of toiletries and long life food products.
Our chosen charity once again was STARCH who work with asylum seekers and refugees in South Tyneside. The donations will be handed out to families next Tuesday as part of their Christmas celebrations.
Margaret from STARCH was amazed at the children’s generosity and thoughtfulness, as were our staff. A huge thank you to everyone and their families who contributed to help others this Christmastime.

Last day of term toys and Christmas jumpers

15th December 2021A Stelling

On the last day of term children are invited to swap their school jumper for their Christmas jumper once more.

Pupils in Key Stage 2 (Year 3 to Year 6) are invited to bring a toy on Friday from home. Please do not send any electrical devices which are able to communicate, take photos or capture videos such as phones and tablets.

We would encourage board games or toys where people can play together.

Nursery, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 do not need to bring any toys as there are many in their areas for them to play with.

Please note we can not take responsible for any loss or damage. All toys must be labelled and in a bag to carry home.

 

Reception Christmas Stories

15th December 2021Mr Bennett

Year 5 have thoroughly enjoyed writing their Christmas stories for Reception. Each child in Y5 writes a story that is dedicated to a specific child in Reception. The Children love writing for their new ‘friends’, sharing their books with them and chatting to them about what they would like from Santa!

Friday Carols on the Yard

15th December 2021Mr Bennett
Mortimer Primary School
Excellence for all
Friday Carols on the Yard – 15.12.21
Dear all,

Carols on the Yard – Years 3, 4, 5 & 6

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 Friday 17th December. The children will sing a song or two for parents. Please can adults wear masks even though we are outside.

Who When Where
Year 5 & Year 6 2:45 KS2 Yard
Year 3 & Year 4 3:05 KS2 Yard

 

What happens after?

If you are attending the 2:45 event, also have a child in KS1 or Early Years (Nursery, Reception or years 1 – 2) 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/MajPa2L6Xdb4RH4bA

If you are attending the 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

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Phone: 0191 455 4504
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.mortimerprimary.co.uk

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 16th 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

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Phone: 0191 455 4504
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.mortimerprimary.co.uk

Win a hamper!

14th December 2021Mr Bennett
Mortimer Primary School
Excellence for all
Parent Christmas Hamper Raffle – 14.12.21
Dear all,
We have a lovely hamper for one lucky person to win!
Tickets cost £1 each and can be bought via Parent Pay. If you wish to purchase more than one entry then add on additional funds 2 entries = £2 etc.
Funds will support school projects which benefit the children directly. 
Entries close at the end of Thursday 16th and it will be drawn on Friday 17th December.
You could be winning…
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Good luck!

 
Phone: 0191 455 4504
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.mortimerprimary.co.uk

Bioartattack Competition

13th December 2021A Stelling
A huge thank you to this year’s entrants. The art projects sent in were indeed varied and clearly a lot of thought and effort had been put in.
As promised, we have chosen an in-house winner and she was delighted with her prize.
Well done to all who took part (a selection of which are included) and we shall await the official results from the RSB.

Latest News 10.12.21

10th December 2021Mr Bennett
Mortimer Primary School
Excellence for all
Latest News at Mortimer – 10.12.21
Dear parents/carers,

It’s extremely busy in school at present, as we work towards the end of term. Parties are in full swing and the school is looking very festive. It was lovely that so many of you were able to join the Christmas Walk Around evenings and we appreciated the positive feedback. There is a lot to get through, so here we go…

  1. Carols on the Yard – for the parents
  2. Viewing the Christmas Performances
  3. Change of dates for Panto and Magic Andrew
  4. Christmas Raffle
  5. Spare socks
  6. Flu vaccine
  7. Holiday club
  8. Peer network
  9. Diary Dates
  10. Website

 

  1. Carols on the Yard – for the parents

We know it’s been difficult not seeing the Christmas performances 1st hand, so next week we would like to offer a chance to see your children perform a song or two…just for you the parents. On Thursday and Friday next week we are inviting parents to an outside performance of some of the songs from their festive production.

Thursday 16th December

Who

 When & Where
Nursery am – 11:10 Nursery Garden
Nursery pm & 30 hours – 2:30 Nursery Garden
Reception – 2:45 KS1 Yard
Year 1 & Year 2 – 3:05 KS1 Yard

 Friday 17th December

Who

 When & Where

Year 5 & Year 6 – 

 2:45 KS2 Yard

Year 3 & Year 4 – 

 3:05 KS2 Yard

 The weather looks good to sing outside and children will be able to leave with their parent after. Any child without a parent will remain in school until the normal time. We will share a few more practical details next week.

  1. Viewing the Christmas Performances

All festive productions, which we have recorded, will be shared via email once they have been edited.

  1. Change of dates for Panto and Magic Andrew

The panto will now go ahead on Tuesday 14th. Magic Andrew will now perform on Friday 17th.

  1. Christmas Raffle

Tickets can be bought via Parent Pay. £1 a ticket.  This will be drawn on Thursday morning.

  1. Spare socks

A request from early years (Nursery & Reception) if you have any spare pairs of socks for this age range. Wet, cold feet are never nice!

  1. Flu vaccine

Call 0191 4028179 should your child need an alternative flu vaccine due to the porcine gelatine ingredient.

  1. Winter Holiday Club

Saturday 18 December to Sunday 2 January 

You can now enrol your child in a free holiday club programme over the winter. There are free places available for children and young people in South Tyneside who are eligible for benefits related free school meals, where they can enjoy a variety of creative and physical activities, alongside a nutritious meal every day.

Sessions include sports, arts, crafts and more!  

Activities cater for children aged 5 to 16 and take place across the winter holiday. All events are subject to availability. Those taking part are asked to observe Covid advice, wear a face mask if age appropriate and take a lateral flow test before attending. Anyone who is feeling unwell or symptomatic should stay at home.

Booking is essential. Activities and food are funded by the Department for Education. 

Visit www.southtyneside.gov.uk/holidayclub 

  1. Peer network

Please see the flyer for the LGBT+ session that we have booked for parents/carers to have the opportunity to learn more about the service offer in South Tyneside.

  1. Diary Dates
  • 17.12.21 – School closes for Christmas holidays
  • 5.1.22 – School reopens for pupils
  • 21.2.22 – 25.2.22 – School closed for half term
  1. Website

Please visit the website for news on:

  • STEM at Nissan
  • Cop26 Competition Winners
Have a great weekend!

 
Phone: 0191 455 4504
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.mortimerprimary.co.uk