SCHOOL NEWS & Key Dates
FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT
The Year 5 and 6 Football Tournament at Chapel Gate on 14th October was a fantastic afternoon of sport and competition, with seven schools taking part.
Our team put on an outstanding performance, playing six matches, winning five and drawing one. They showed incredible determination, skill and teamwork, scoring 15 goals and conceding just one.
Their efforts were rewarded as they finished as overall winners of the tournament. This is a brilliant achievement and a proud moment for the school.
A huge well done to all the players for their commitment, sportsmanship and team spirit throughout the day.
DRAMA WORKSHOP
Drama4All visited TPS this week and we had lots of fun acting out a story about witches and a dragon.
The children explored different movements, used their imaginations, and really enjoyed meeting the dragon.
They even had to pretend to freeze whenever they saw him—it was very exciting!
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YEAR 1 ART
This half term, Year 1 have been inspired by their Art lessons, which focused on the theme of spirals.
To conclude the unit, the children took their creativity outdoors, using natural materials such as leaves, twigs, and stones to construct beautiful spiral designs.
It was a lovely celebration of art, nature, and imagination!
READING AMBASSADOR BOOK REVIEW
Ellie, our fantastic Head Reading Lead Ambassador, is diving into A Dog Called Hero by Katy Birchall.
Once she’s finished, she’ll be sharing her thoughts in an upcoming assembly—giving everyone a sneak peek into the story and inspiring others to give it a read too.
Thank you, Ellie! You truly embody what it means to be a Reading for Pleasure Ambassador.
CLASS ASSEMBLIES
We are delighted to invite Parents and Carers to view their child's Class Assembly this Term.
Please arrive by 2:45pm and enter via the School Hall entry door.
Details of the dates they will take place are provided below.
| DATE | YEAR GROUP |
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| 13 November | Year 1 |
| 20 November | Year 6 |
| 27 November | Year 5 |
| 4 December | Year 4 |
| 11 December | Year 3 |
ANTI-BULLYING WEEK
We will be marking Anti-Bullying Week from Monday 10th to Friday 14th November with a range of activities and events across the school.
We’ll be kicking off the week with Odd Socks Day on Monday 10th – a fun way to celebrate that we are all unique and different. Everyone is encouraged to wear odd socks to school to show their support.
Throughout the week, children will take part in classroom activities linked to this year’s theme: Power for Good. These sessions will focus on recognising the impact of kind words and actions, and how we can all use our power to make a positive difference.
During the week, we will also be holding votes for our new Anti-Bullying Ambassadors, who will help promote kindness and support across the school throughout the year.
To round off the week, we will be having a Mufti Day on Friday 14th November to mark Children in Need. Pupils are invited to wear their own clothes and bring in a donation. All funds raised will be shared between Children in Need and the Anti-Bullying Alliance.
Thank you for your continued support in promoting kindness and inclusion in our school community.
FOLLOW TPS ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Did you know TPS has accounts on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter?
We keep these pages up to date with the latest news and events, so may serve as a handy reminder for parents.
If you would like to follow us on social media you will find the links to our Facebook and Twitter Accounts on our website homepage, at the top of the page. You will find a QR code below which will direct you to our Instagram page.
PTFA NOTICES
BCP LIBRARIES
There are lots of free activities for families in BCP libraries during the half term break. Please click here to see a list of all library events this month.
In addition, Christchurch Library, in conjunction with BCP Council and Christchurch Town Council, are hosting the third of four events in the Looking After Project: Looking After Each Other.
It is a free event on Saturday 8th November, 10am – 3pm.
VACANCIES
To review current Twynham Learning vacancies please follow this link.
https://www.twynhamlearning.com/187/staff-vacancies
Key Dates
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DATE | YEAR | START | END | LOCATION | ||
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| INSET DAY | 24 OCTOBER | ALL | |||||
| HALF TERM HOLIDAY | 27 OCTOBER - 31 OCTOBER | ALL | |||||
| INSET DAY | 3 NOVEMBER | ALL | |||||
| EAST DORSET MUSEUM TRIP | 5 NOVEMBER | 3 | 9:00AM | 3:05PM | OFFSITE | ||
| ANTI-BULLYING WEEK | 10-14 NOVEMBER | ALL | |||||
| ODD SOCKS DAY | 10 NOVEMBER | ALL | |||||
| CHILDREN IN NEED MUFTI DAY | 14 NOVEMBER | ALL | |||||
| YEAR 1 CLASS ASSEMBLY | 13 NOVEMBER | 1 | 2:45PM | HALL | |||
| YEAR 6 CLASS ASSEMBLY | 20 NOVEMBER | 6 | 2:45PM | HALL | |||
| SCIENCE CENTRE TRIP | 20 NOVEMBER | 5 | 9:00AM | 3:05PM | OFFSITE | ||
| YEAR 5 CLASS ASSEMBLY | 27 NOVEMBER | 5 | 2:45PM | HALL | |||
| PTFA WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP | 2 DECEMBER | PARENTS | PM | HALL | |||
| YEAR 4 CLASS ASSEMBLY | 4 DECEMBER | 4 | 2:45PM | HALL | |||
| PTFA CHRISTMAS FAIR | 5 DECEMBER | ALL | HALL | ||||
| PTFA GUARDIAN ANGEL GIFTS | 11 DECEMBER | ALL | |||||
| YEAR 3 CLASS ASSEMBLY | 11 DECEMBER | 3 | 2:45PM | HALL | |||
| PTFA CHRISTMAS DISCO | 16 DECEMBER | 1-6 | HALL | ||||
| LAST DAY OF TERM | 19 DECEMBER | ALL | |||||
| CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS | 22 DECEMBER - 2 JANUARY | ALL | |||||
| INSET DAY | 5 JANUARY | ALL | |||||
| CHILDREN RETURN TO SCHOOL | 6 JANUARY | ALL | |||||
| PTFA CANDLE LIGHT YOGA | 21 JANUARY | PARENTS | |||||
| PTFA DOUGHNUT SALE | 6 FEBRUARY | ALL | |||||
| INSET DAY | 13 FEBRUARY | ALL | |||||
| HALF TERM HOLIDAY | 16 FEBRUARY - 20 FEBRUARY | ALL | |||||
| PTFA EASTER DISCO | 24 MARCH | 1-6 | HALL | ||||
| LAST DAY OF TERM | 27 MARCH | ALL | |||||
| EASTER HOLIDAY | 30 MARCH - 10 APRIL | ALL | |||||
| FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL | 13 APRIL | ALL | |||||
| MAY DAY BANK HOLIDAY | 4 MAY | ALL | |||||
| HALF TERM HOLIDAY | 25 MAY - 29 MAY | ALL | |||||
| INSET DAY | 1 JUNE | ALL | |||||
| PTFA CAR BOOT SALE | 7 JUNE | ||||||
| PTFA DOUGHNUT SALE | 12 JUNE | ALL | |||||
| PTFA ENTREPRENEUR FAIR | 26 JUNE | ||||||
| PTFA SUMMER DISCO | 14 JULY | ||||||
| LAST DAY OF TERM | 22 JULY | ALL | |||||
| SUMMER HOLIDAY | 23 JULY - 28 AUGUST | ALL | |||||
