Dear Parents and Carers,

Behaviour has been a big focus for us in school over the last couple of weeks. This has been on two levels; attention in class and behaviour on the playground. Two of our school rules are Be Ready and Be Safe - this is why this is important to us. 

In class, the focus has been on making sure that all children are giving 100% of their attention to the person talking. This is important, because we can only learn what we give our attention to, and therefore if we are fiddling with a ruler, looking out of the window or doodling, then there is a reduced chance that the child will understand what is being taught. The drive this week has been on every child having empty hands when the teacher is talking, this is a simple way of making sure that there are no distractions. (Children who use fidgets to help them concentrate will still be able to use these.) 

On the playground, we have noticed an increase in overly physical behaviours from some children. Because we want all children to Be Safe in school, we are focusing on consistent responses to behaviour as well as trying to anticipate unsafe behaviours before they take place. We are also buying more resources for the playground to help children to engage in positive play. 

We understand that behaviour is communication and that behaviour is also learned and taught. This means that we seek to understand why things might have gone wrong and then we teach more positive responses. This can take the form of educational and protective consequences for which we will always hope to have your support. Please discuss these points with your child so that every child can feel safe at school and flourish at Hillside Avenue.

Mr Hutchinson

 

Notifications:

Parent Consultations Autumn Term

Autumn term parent consultations will be on Tuesday 11th November between 3:30pm and 5pm and Thursday 13th November between 3:30pm and 7pm. These will be held within school, which gives you the chance to view your child’s work books and class displays.

To book your 10 minute slot with your child's teacher you will need to log into your Arbor Portal/ APP - bookings go live from Monday 20th October  @ 6pm

 

 

School Play Equipment 

A reminder that the play equipment (Trim Trail) on the KS2 playground is for use during school time only. It is not to be used by families before or after school. Thank you for your cooperation.

 

 

Friends of Hillside

 

Following a successful AGM I'd like to take this opportunity to say a huge thank you to the committee of the Friends for the past 3 years.  As we've mentioned previously, a number of members have stepped down after putting in huge amounts of effort over the years . You've all been fabulous! Vicko and I have both stepped down from the positions of Chair and Treasurer . Like much in life one is often replaced by someone younger and smarter. We are thrilled to welcome Rob Elvin and Elena Hewett to the positions of Chair and Treasurer for the charity, and are delighted to have Ariel, Yzelle and Ric join the committee this year.  If you couldn't make it to the AGM but are interested in joining the Committee then please do get in touch with Rob at chair@hillsidefriends.com. 

 

So, it just leaves me to personally say it’s been a complete pleasure and honour to be involved with the Friends.  Being able to walk around the school and see the impact first hand knowing how much it benefits the children.  Thank you so much to all the volunteers, you know who you are!! Without you the big events are not possible.  And a final huge thank you to everyone who supports the Friends events and ensures the charity is able to make such a difference.  See you all at the next one! 

James.

 

Note from Rob Elvin the 25/26 FOHS Chair.

My heartfelt thanks to James for his outstanding leadership over the past three years who alongside the Hillside Friends team, worked so hard in making the charity into the thriving community it is today. I’m committed to following his example and, with the continued support of parents, teachers and the children themselves, carry on the excellent work that makes Hillside so special.

 

 

Could your business sponsor our football kit?

We’re looking to refresh the football kit for our Year 5 & 6 teams, and we’d love to hear from any parents who own, run, or work at a business that might be interested in sponsoring the kit. It’s a great opportunity to support school sports and promote your business within our community. If you’d like to find out more, please contact the school office 01603 433453 or Hillside Friends chair@hillsidefriends.com

 

 

November

Monday 3rd - back to school 

Monday 10th - Yr3 stone age experience

Tuesday 11th - Individual & sibling photos

                         Parents’ evening 3:30-5pm

Thursday 13th -Parents’ evening 3:30-7pm

Friday 14th - Children in Need 

Wednesday 19th - Flu immunisations

 

 

 

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East Anglian skating teams Halloween Family Fun Skate!

Where : Framingham Earl sports centre

When :25th October 

Time : 5-6pm

Costume Contest

Spooky Tunes

Tricks & Treats for All

(Own skates required)

All ages welcome!

 

 

 

TOTS 2 TEENS -  click here for their October half term brochure 

 

Norwich Making Space -  click here to see flyer for details of activities in half term

 

15th Norwich Air Scouts - are on the look out for new volunteers.  click here for further details.

                                           -  Firework Night on 8th November.  click here for further details