Hillside Avenue Highlights

Dear Parents and carers,

 

When I write these bits for the newsletter, my comments are often inspired by the things that I read in the rest of the document. This time around I am drawing on the wide range of opportunities, guidance and support that we offer our children and families. From practical items such as school photo day, new lunch menus and information about secondary school, to supportive offers which include speech and language support, guidance for parents around online safety and our holiday club too. 

I feel that this exemplifies what we are aiming to achieve at Hillside Avenue. We are setting high expectations for all children and supporting  their achievement through consistent routines, improved communication and a helping hand where needed. At the same time we continually adapt our provision to try to meet the needs of all children and their families too. Our holiday club is all good to go for the 1st week of the 2-week October half term, and there are still spaces available. Please book on Arbor. 

At Hillside Avenue, we aim to meet individual needs. This takes many forms as different people need different things at different times, but I hope that there is something here that is helpful for you and/or your child. As ever, feedback is a gift, so please give generously and with kindness so that we can continue to improve what we do in school each day.  

Mr Hutchinson

 

From the school log:

19th October 1951 - Concert at school given by New English Orchestra - 23 players - 2-3pm. Seniors and J4s.   Music has always been important to the school and this will continue as our new Mrs Smith is leading our music provision in school now. This includes the famous Hillside Band as well as 2 choirs and a Ukulele group too. Please ask at the office if your child wants to join in.

 

Notifications/ Reminders:

 

Attendance & Punctuality Reminder: Good attendance and arriving on time gives your child the best start to their day! Please ensure your child is at school by  8:45 AM ready to learn. Every minute counts! If your child is absent due to illness, please contact the school office by 9:00 AM. The national benchmark for good school attendance in England is 95%, if your child's attendance falls below 90% you will be notified as this is classed as persistent absence.  Thank you for your continued support in helping your child succeed! 🏫🕒

 

School Individual photos and consents - Ahead of individual and sibling photos on Friday 6th November, please can we ask that you log into Arbor to give consent (Photo Consent - External Photographic Company). This will be listed under consents and may also be under notices. This is an updated consent to include sharing names, class and Arbor ID numbers with Horizon Photographic. Please note that they will be unable to take your child's photo without this consent.

 

Parent Consultations Autumn Term

Autumn term parent consultations will be on Tuesday 17th November between 3:30pm and 5pm and Thursday 19th March 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 on Tuesday 3rd November  @ 6pm

 

Aspens new Autumn/Winter menu - Aspens are launching their new Autumn/Winter menu which will be starting after half term. Monday 2nd November will be week one, you can view the menus on the school website - click here

 

Thorpe In Action - any families considering Thorpe St Andrew and Sixth Form for their child are welcome to attend the school during the normal school day, visit classrooms, see lessons taking place and experience the culture of the school first-hand. Thursday 8th and Tuesday 13th October 8:45am-10am.  See attached  flyer

 

Music Payments - Music lesson payments are now due for this term.  Please check Arbor over the next few days to make the payment.  

 

Music Lessons - If you have received an email offering your child a music lesson place after half term, can you please confirm as soon as possible if the space is still required. 

 

NCC Free Workshop - you would have all received an email about the free Children’s Digital Safety Workshop being run by Norfolk County Council - this was very popular last year.  This is a four week course, starting Tuesday November 3rd. Please sign up via Arbor under clubs.

 

ISLTS - are holding Communication Stay & Play Sessions in Norwich led by experienced Speech and language Therapists in October half term. Please  click here  to find out further information and how to book.

 

October Half Term Holiday Club - If you are needing childcare for the first week of the half term break there are still spaces available each day -Monday 19th to Friday 23rd October  9am to 3pm.  Please book via Arbor. 

 

FRIENDS of Hillside - Autumn School Disco on Friday 16th October from 15:15pm.  You have until Tuesday 12th October 8pm to purchase your DISCO tickets via Classlist APP. 

 

 

 

15th Norwich Scout Hut - have their annual fireworks display on Saturday 7th November - please see flyer for further details  Fireworks Night 

 

North Walsham Vikings Rugby Club - new players welcome.  Please see their flyer for details North Walsham Vikings Rugby Club 

 

Open Academy - Year 6 Open Evening  click here   for further details 

 

Norwich Penguins Swim Lessons - For more information please get in touch on 01603984949/ Norwichpenguinslts@gmail.com / www.norwichpenguins.com or see the attached fliers.

 

Norwich High School for Girls - are holding an event ‘we are girls who sing’ a one day workshop, and performance open to girls in Years 2-5. Places are limited and can be booked via their website

 

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