Week 25 - Spring Term - 28 March 2025
St Anne’s C of E (A) Primary News
“Developing the whole child, spiritually, mentally and physically in a caring Christian
environment through close links to the Church and Community
Friday 28th March 2025
Dear Parents & Carers,
Another busy week of learning has flown by with children completing end of unit assessments, and we were delighted to end it on a high note with Class 5’s wonderful Class Assembly yesterday - well done to all the children for their hard work and enthusiasm!
As we approach Mothering Sunday this weekend, we take time to reflect on and appreciate the special female figures in our lives. Historically, Mothering Sunday has its roots in the Christian tradition, dating back to the 16th century. It was originally a day when people returned to their ‘mother church’—the main church or cathedral in their area. Over time, it became a day for families to reunite, and by the early 20th century, it had evolved into a celebration of mothers and caregivers. Today, it remains a meaningful occasion to show gratitude and love to those who nurture and support us.
Looking ahead, next week will be focused on Easter, with Years 3 and 4 leading our end-of-term service.
If you are having a spring clear out over the holidays, we are also kindly asking for donations of toy cars, dolls, and small world toys for children to enjoy during the warmer weather playtimes—any contributions would be greatly appreciated.
Parent Academy Consultation
Don’t forget you can still send your feedback/ questions on the Academy conversion to MITRE to consultations@st-annes.notts.sch.uk. The consultation tab on the website has further information. The consultation closes on the 4th of April 2025.
Thank you from the School Council
£230 was raised for Comic Relief! Thank you for helping us to make a difference.
FOSAS
Thank you to the volunteers who provided the ‘Mother’s Day’ Secret Gift Shop and for all those of you who supported it.
Are you ready for the Easter Fair next Thursday at 3pm? Please bring decorated eggs (hard boiled) for the competition on Thursday morning with £1 entry fee. Take part in the Easter egg hunt and Easter colouring. The volunteers would be very grateful for cake donations for the stall. Many thanks.
Centenary Planning meeting
Our next meeting will be 2pm on Wednesday April 2nd - please come and join us and help plan events for the event. All ideas welcomed.
Sporting news
Football - A big well done to the girls’ football team for their 4-0 win over St Augustine’s. A special mention to Poppy and Ava who score two goals each.
Pirate Holiday Club
A pirate themed Easter Holiday Club will run in St Anne’s Church Hall from Monday 14th – Wednesday 16th April, 10am-12pm. This is for all classes. No pre booking, just turn up on the days that you wish your child to attend.
After School Club
Activities w/c: Monday 31st March 2025
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DIY Puppet Show |
Dodgeball |
Connect |
Junk Modelling |
Sports |
Collection from the club remains through Harrington Street only and you will be notified of any changes.
News from the Classes
Class Reception
This week Class Reception have thought about another Traditional Tale. They have enjoyed reading Jack and the Beanstalk and talking about the characters and settings. They have begun to find out a little bit about castles and some of the different areas in them. The children have also been thinking about Mothering Sunday and sharing what makes their mummy special to them.
Class One
This week, Class 1 received an email from the author of ‘Beegu’, Alexis Deacon, who explained what they should do since Beegu arrived in their classroom. They were very excited to receive the response, and have found out that they should just make Beegu feel welcome, by being kind and friendly. Miss DeCouto isn't a fan though, so the children are currently writing letters to convince Miss DeCouto to let Beegu stay in their classroom.
Class Two
This week Class 2 have been writing setting descriptions as part of writing a narrative for the wordless book 'Journey' by Aaron Becker. The children have been using exciting vocabulary, expanded noun phrases and adverbs to help build an image in the reader’s mind. They have then used AI to generate a picture using their sentences and have been fascinated to see how the images differ dependent on the sentences they crafted.
Class Three
This week Class 3 have been busy consolidating their learning in English, Reading and Maths. This has been a chance for them to show off all that they know. We are very proud of their progress in Class 3 and can see the effort that they put in.
A focus this week has been our DT projects. This project is based around our Roman learning. The children had to design and build a catapult based on a set of video instructions. The children had to carefully measure distance, which consolidated their maths learning. All completed, the children decorated them to make them more realistic/individual. We ended the project by having a tournament to see whose catapult could launch a tinfoil bolder the furthers. It was great to see the children’s enthusiasm through this unit. Finally, the children have been practising the Easter performance ready for the end of term service next week.
Class Four
Class 4 have been busy rehearsing ready for the Class 3/4 Easter production next week. In English, Class 4 have been crafting their newspaper report based on an event in the class text, how to train your dragon. They needed to report of the key facts, use report vocabulary and ensure they had included their Class 4 grammatical features. It has been a busy week of assessment with the children showcasing their knowledge from the year so far. In history, Class 4 have been learning about the impact on the Vikings raids and the reasons that the Vikings were so feared.
Class Five
This week class 5 has been developing their understanding of percentages as part of a whole. They have used this to begin to compare fractions, decimals and percentages. In RE, they have been thinking about the importance of the Gospel in helping Christians to understand the kind of person that Jesus would want His followers to be. In music, they have been working towards a performance of their song accompanied by the Ukulele, including singing in parts and identifying parts of the song including bridge and pre-chorus.
Class Six
Class six have had their mock SATS week this week, and have smashed it! It has not been easy, and being in test conditions has been difficult for some children, but they have all persevered, tried their best and tackled the week with a positive attitude; I' so proud of them all!
During the afternoons, children have continued to read Oh Maya Gods, and they are still gripped, with all the twists and turns.
During our RE lessons, in the countdown to Easter, children have begun creating a piece of art work to represent the garden of Gethsemane. They have also practised their DART assembly, and enjoyed learning about classification in science by sorting sweets!
24 Acts of Kindness & Book of Psalms Pictures
There is still time for children to return their ‘Acts of Kindness’ sheets for Lent and this week they have been encouraged to choose a psalm and create a picture – thank you to Georgiana and Emily in Class 4 for returning their pictures.
Congratulations to our Stars of the Week this week
Class Reception – Zachary and Belle
Class One – Eva Ann and Rebecca
Class Two – Emma and Isla
Class Three – David
Class Four – Cassie and Alexander
Class Five – Ava
Class Six – Poppy
Lunchtime Award
Salim (6) for being so helpful at lunchtime.
Gymnastics Awards
Core Skills Level 2
Delilah (2), Vicky (4), Cassie (4), Troy (4), Liam (5), Joshua (5), Amber (5)
Apparatus
Kitty (2), Leo (2), Lily (2), Hugo (4), Amber (5)
Class Tidiness Award
Caretaker Adele has awarded the certificate to Class 1.
Out of School Achievements
Well done to Harri (4) who has successfully been accepted by the Nova Centurion Swimming Club following her recent trial.
Rowan (1) achieving her 10 m swimming award.
Jack F (1), Toby (5), Nicole (5) gaining their red Dojo belts and for Jack’s demonstration!
Lily-Rose (R) – For her Endeavour certificate and white/yellow belt in Martial Arts.
Daniel (2) – For gaining his white/green belt in Martial Arts.
Teddy (2) – For sharing his U7 Match Cup runner up award with SJR – he was goalkeeper and saved a penalty!
Church Services & Weekly Opportunities for the St Anne’s Community
Sunday 30th March
9am Holy Communion Rev Nigel
10.30am Mothering Sunday service, with flag organisations led by Rev Dave
6.00pm StA@6, led by Rev Dave
Wednesdays
2:00pm Wednesday Welcome in the Church Hall. Time for hot drinks and a sweet
treat, time to chat and often a craft to join in with if you wish. Once a month we finish with a short service of worship.
3:20pm StA Connect – a service for all the family in the school hall. Sandwiches, crisps and a sweet treat for everyone, with juice and hot drinks. We then join for a 30-minute service of worship and fun together.
Thursday Children & Youth
9:00am Tot’s & tea. A drop-in for parents, grandparents and carers, with pre-school children. Breakfast is available along with hot drinks for the adults and playthings for babies and toddlers. At the end we come together for a short time to sing songs together and hear a story from the bible and a prayer to send us on our way. Suggested donation £2 per family.
6:30pm Younger Youth Group for Y7 – Y9. A time of worship, learning, prayer and fun together. At 7:30pm they will join the café - £2 for a sweet treat and drink. Pick up 8pm.
7:00pm Youth Café – Y10+. Time to chat, chill out together, with a sweet treat and drink for £2. Joined by the younger youth at 7:30pm.
8:00pm Older Youth Group for Y10+. A time of worship, deeper discipleship, prayer and fun together. Finish time 9pm.
Family Support
Kerry Macadem ‘Bassetlaw Behaviour Support’ – Family Support Co-ordinator is back in school on the dates below – pop into see her.
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Drop-In Sessions |
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Monday 31 March 9.00-11.00am |
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Monday 28 April 9.00-11.00am |
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Monday 19 May 9.00-11.00am |
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Monday 16 June 9.00-11.00am |
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Monday 14 July 9.00-11.00am |
She can help support with issues within the home such as behaviour, sleep patterns, resistance to change, establishing routines, how to support children when there has been a breakdown in a relationship.
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Class |
Attendance this week |
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R |
96.43% |
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1 |
96.83% |
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2 |
96.55% |
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3 |
93.92% |
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4 |
99.38% |
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5 |
98.67% |
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6 |
97.83% |
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Total: 97.02% |
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Well done Class 5.
Prayers from in Violet and Lewis A in Class 6 based on Psalm 148
Dear God, Help us to remember that the sun, moon and stars were created by you. Let us praise you for your creation. Amen
Dear God, Let us remember your creation, the sun, moon and stars so that we can praise you for eternity. Amen
Wishing you all a lovely weekend and a Happy Mothering Sunday.
With my best wishes
Mrs Middleton & the St Anne’s Team 
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INSET DAYS 2024- 25 |
Key Statutory Weeks (Assessment) |
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2nd September 2024 27th September 2024 20th January 2025 28th July 2025 29th July 2025 |
Year 6 SATS – 12th May 2025 - all week Class 1 Phonics - 9th June 2025 week Statutory Multiplication Check -2 nd to 13th June 2025 – Year 4 Please ensure your children are in school during these times. |
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Looking Ahead
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April |
3 |
DaART Graduation – Year 6 2.15pm Parents of year 6 welcome. FOSAS Easter Egg Hunt / Cake Stall / Raffle on the KS2 playground and in Class 6. |
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4 |
Break up for Easter 2pm Easter Service in Church |
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22 |
Children return to school |
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May |
5 |
Bank Holiday Monday |
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12 |
YEAR 6 SATS WEEK Christian Aid Week |
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16 |
Reception Class – Forest School – pond dipping |
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23 |
Break up for half term |
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June |
2 |
Children return |
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11 |
Meeting for New September Starter Parents 6pm |
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16 |
Admissions 10am Medical Mavericks in School Year 1-6 |
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18 |
Strategic & Development Committee - Govs 4pm |
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19 |
School Swimming Gala Final – selected children |
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24 |
Proposed Sports Day – 9.30 KS2 1.30 KS1 |
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25 |
Finance committee meeting 6pm |
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30 |
Portland / Valley transition – details to be sent by secondary school |
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Whole School Transition Day |
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3 |
Summer Fair Afternoon |
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9 |
Full Governing Body Meeting 5.30pm |
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15/16 |
Year 6 – Moving on Up – Southwell Minster |
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July |
17 |
Open Afternoon 2.15pm |
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25 |
Leaver’s Service 2pm |
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