SCHOOL NEWS & Key Dates
HEADTEACHER'S MESSAGE
As we reach the end of this term, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks for your continued support.
Yesterday’s House Day was a truly special way to finish the term. Learning our new Team TPS song - composed by our very own Mr. Bates - was a real highlight. Learning moves and dancing together on the back field to Celebrate by Kool and the Gang made it even more special. As soon as we have the footage, we will share it with you.
This leads me to an even bigger thank you — to all of you who have given up your time this term to come into school and enrich our children’s learning experiences in so many wonderful ways. Whether supporting in the classroom, helping with events, or sharing your skills and knowledge, please know that your contributions make a real difference. Your generosity allows our pupils to access opportunities they may not otherwise have, and we are truly grateful.
Wishing you all a restful and enjoyable break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back next term!
INDOOR ATHLETICS
A group of Year 5 and 6 children attended the Indoor Athletics Playoffs at The Purbeck School, Wareham last week.
This was a very competitive event against CJS, Sandford Primary School and St. Mary's Primary School. It was a fantastic team performance and they finished in third place, pipped to second place by two points.
We would like to say a massive thank you to parents for transporting the children to the event and staying to support!
SCIENCE FAIR
The annual school Science Fair was amazing! This year’s fair was filled with curiosity, innovation, and lots of fun.
The children from KS2 put in an incredible amount of effort, showcasing everything from erupting lemons to paper aeroplanes and environmental solutions. The level of creativity and dedication on display was truly inspiring. It was amazing to see so many young scientists come together to share their ideas and discoveries.
A huge thank you to everyone who participated, whether you presented a project, helped set up, hosted a horde of children in your living room, or simply came to look around. Your hard work, support and enthusiasm made this event unforgettable.
We can’t wait to see what next year brings— Mr Bates
HANDBALL COMPETITION
Our Year 6 team competed in the Christchurch Handball Competition this week. There were 12 teams competing split into two mini leagues of 6.
TPS played some outstanding handball winning their group and reaching the final. They then played Burton in the final, winning 6-3. The team have qualified for the County Finals for the second year running!
YEAR 3 ANCIENT CHINA TOPIC
As part of their topic on Ancient China, the Explorers have been cooking some Chinese food.
They worked together in small groups to make vegetable noodles and egg fried rice. The children enjoyed chopping peppers, cracking and mixing eggs, snipping spring onions and podding/peeling broad beans.
Everyone enjoyed tasting the food and even used chopsticks! Sadly the children didn’t leave any food for the teachers as they ate it all, a huge success!
BOURNEMOUTH BAY TEACHER TRAINING PARTNERSHIP
Bournemouth Bay Teacher Training partnership, which is led by Twynham Learning, provides School-Centered Initial Teacher Training (SCITT) in all major secondary curriculum subjects.
They are committed to the provision of high quality teacher training across the partnership and their aim is to create opportunities that advance understanding of education and learning, preparing graduates wishing to enter the teaching profession.
This is an exciting opportunity for those considering a career in Teaching.
Please click on the image below to find out more information.
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 |
|---|---|
| 01 May | Year 1 |
| 08 May | Year 5 |
| 15 May | Year 4 |
| 22 May | Year 2 |
| 12 June | Year 1 |
| 19 June | Year 6 |
| 26 June | Year 3 |
| 03 July | Reception |
SINISTER EMOJI REFERENCE SHEET
The below table shows ‘sinister emojis’ and has been sent by a Police Officer at Dorset Police.
DEALING WITH STRESS AND ANXIETY WORKSHOP
Please see details of the upcoming workshop below. If you would like to book a place please click on the link below.
https://forms.office.com/e/eQv1KXtRM8
BLUE PETER BOOK CLUB
It's super easy to join the Blue Peter Book Club and everyone is welcome to be a part of the fun. Choose a book from our list (or you could pick a choice of your own) and start reading. You could even take a trip to your local library to do some reading there!
https://www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/joinin/blue-peter-book-club
BOOK PURCHASES
A reminder to parents that Twynham Primary School library will earn money from any books purchased via the link detailed below.
Buy a Book. Support a School. Make a Difference | LoveReading4Kids UK
LONDON MARATHON
Mum of Zachary is taking part in the TCS London Marathon - here is her story.
My Story
As some of you will know my incredible son and pupil at Twynham Primary Zachary, has a disease called autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease (ADPKD). He faces a lifetime of hospital visits and pain as both of his kidneys decrease in function, which can not only cause kidney failure, but also heart problems and affect other organs too. Currently there is no cure, only relieving symptoms. He has a 50% chance of passing this on if he ever has children. The helplessness we feel as parents that there is literally nothing we can do to stop his deteriorating kidneys is heartbreaking - something has to change.
So, I am running this marathon for my boy...please be kind as I have done hardly any exercise since before I was pregnant with Zachary - 7 years ago, but if he can navigate this hand he has been dealt in life, then I can get conquer this 26.2 miles.
Every step I take and every penny I raise will be helping Kidney Care UK be there for people affected by kidney disease. Currently, over 3.5 million people are diagnosed with kidney disease with 68,000 of these in kidney failure and 30,000 receiving dialysis treatment.
Thank you so much in advance.
YOGA
Wednesdays at 7.30pm, classes are term time only and £8. Please book online at www.Vimaala.com
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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| LAST DAY OF TERM | 4 APRIL | ALL | |||||
| EASTER HOLIDAY | 7 APRIL - 21ST APRIL | ALL | |||||
| RETURN TO SCHOOL | 22 APRIL | ALL | |||||
| YEAR 1 CLASS ASSEMBLY | 1 MAY | 1 | 2:45PM | 3PM | TPS | ||
| MAY DAY BANK HOLIDAY | 5 MAY | ALL | |||||
| YEAR 5 CLASS ASSEMBLY | 8 MAY | 5 | 2.45PM | 3PM | TPS | ||
| YEAR 6 SATS | 12 MAY - 15 MAY | 6 | TPS | ||||
| YEAR 4 CLASS ASSEMBLY | 15 MAY | 4 | 2.45PM | 3PM | TPS | ||
| LONGDOWN FARM TRIP | 20 MAY | R | 9AM | 3PM | OFFSITE | ||
| BLASHFORD LAKES TRIP | 22 MAY | 3 | 9AM | 3PM | OFFSITE | ||
| YEAR 2 CLASS ASSEMBLY | 22 MAY | 2 | 2.45PM | 3PM | TPS | ||
| BREAK THE RULES DAY | 23 MAY | ALL | TPS | ||||
| HALF TERM HOLIDAY | 26 MAY - 30 MAY | ALL | |||||
| INSET DAY | 2 JUNE | ALL | |||||
| CLASS PHOTOGRAPHS | 4 JUNE | ALL | TPS | ||||
| ST CATHERINE'S HILL TRIP | 11 JUNE | R | 9AM | 12PM | OFFSITE | ||
| FAIRTHORNE MANOR RESIDENTIAL TRIP | 11 JUNE - 13 JUNE | 6 | OFFSITE | ||||
| YEAR 1 CLASS ASSEMBLY | 12 JUNE | 1 | 2.45PM | 3PM | TPS | ||
| YEAR 6 CLASS ASSEMBLY | 19 JUNE | 6 | 2.45PM | 3PM | TPS | ||
| YEAR 3 CLASS ASSEMBLY | 26 JUNE | 3 | 2.45PM | 3PM | TPS | ||
| RECEPTION CLASS ASSEMBLY | 3 JULY | R | 2.45PM | 3PM | TPS | ||
| SPORTS DAY | 10 JULY | ALL | TPS | ||||
| DORSET WATER PARK TRIP | 11 JULY | 6 | 9AM | 3.30PM | OFFSITE | ||
| SUMMER DISCO | 15 JULY | TPS | |||||
| SPONSORED RUN | 16 JULY | ALL | TPS | ||||
| LAST DAY OF TERM | 22 JULY | ||||||
| SUMMER HOLIDAY | 23 JULY - 29 AUGUST | ||||||
