Stars of the Week
Reception ~ Ethan
Year 1 ~ Jude
Year 2 ~ George
Year 3 ~ Lucija
Year 4 ~ Harry
Year 5 ~ Beatrice
Year 6 ~ to be presented next week!
Well done, everyone, for shining so brightly!
Team Cup Winners
Congratulations to this week's team cup winners, Avon Blues! And a big "WELL DONE" to anyone who earned team points this week.
Percentage Attendance Levels by Year Group (to date)
Reception - 94.9%
Year 1 - 95.3%
Year 2 - 97.1%
Year 3 - 96.2%
Year 4 - 95.5%
Year 5 - 97.9%
Year 6 - 95.7%
Overall School Total - 96.1%
While the UK government sets an expectation of 100% attendance, good attendance is generally considered 95% or higher, with 97% or above regarded as very good/excellent.
Attendance Percentages Explained:
- 97-100%: Very Good/Excellent attendance
- 95-97%: Average/Good attendance
- 90-95%: Cause for concern
- Below 90%: Serious concern / Persistent absence (PA)
Year 2 had their first session exploring clay, manipulating it with their hands and tools. They finished by making speedy models which included cats, axolotyls, smiling faces and fruits!
A Message from the Friends of Alveston
Colour Run - 19th June
We look forward to hosting our first ever Colour Run at Alveston next week! Thank you to all of those who have booked to take part.
You should have your sponsorship forms if you’d like to collect cash, but we have also generated a page with justgiving, if this is a more convenient platform for you. If you decide to pay online, can we ask that you, or anyone sponsoring your child, can add their name and year group as a comment, please? That way we can understand which class makes the most money through sponsorship - the winning class will get a special treat. Likewise, please put cash in an envelope marked with your child’s name and year group, please. Due to the authorisation process, we have not been able to set up through justgiving with our charity number so for speed purposes, a committee member has organised through their account. The funds will be transferred to Friends of Alveston once we close the page.
We’re hoping for good weather next week and look forward to seeing you all! Don’t forget to bring your consent forms and some goggles/glasses for your children to wear, as well as a white t shirt and shorts/joggers. There will be a sweet tombola and food/drink available too.
Please note that you are required to stay and supervise your child(ren) for the duration of the run.
Look forward to seeing you there…
Friends of Alveston
IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ THE BELOW/ACTION....
Stay fire safe whilst outdoors this summer
As summer continues, many people will start to spend more time outdoors. Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service (WFRS) is sharing top tips to help reduce the risk of outdoor fires while enjoying summer.
As part of the Fire Kills campaign, WFRS is asking the people of Warwickshire to stay safe this summer as they make the most of the weather and enjoy the great outdoors, whether camping, cooking or exploring.
Learn more.
Brigade School Uniform - Key Summer Deadline Dates
Order early to avoid the Back to School rush!
From Saturday 13th June, all orders will switch to Parents Direct (Home Delivery):
- Parents Direct (Home Delivery) – order by Friday 17th July for delivery before the new September term.
Click here to view Brigade's latest flyer
New videos supporting neurodivergent parents to support their children
A series of videos themed ‘How neurodivergent parent carers experience services when supporting their child and how to support them’ are available to support local communities.
The aim of these videos is to:
- Improve knowledge, awareness and acceptance of neurodivergence in adulthood.
- Increase awareness of the experience of neurodivergent parent carers when accessing support for their children.
- Improve the relationships between neurodivergent parent carers and professionals.
- Create a resource that can support professionals to improve the experience of local neurodivergent parent carers when accessing support for their children.
Community Interest
We post community events and projects on our website under 'Our Community'. For more information about activities open to you, your family and your local community, please do check the pages regularly:
You can also find a list of the FoodBank's "MOST WANTED" items right
here. Please do take a look and help to support those in need in our local community.
General Reminders
Parking at Drop-Off and Pick-Up
We are so lucky at Alveston that the Football Club allow all our parents who drive to school to use their car park for drop-off and pick-up. This makes it safer for all our children. Please continue to use the Football Club car park. Please note: Parking is only available if there are spaces free and we can only park in the allocated bays. Once all the marked bays are full each day, parents will need to find alternative parking when dropping off and collecting their children. Please do not park in any other areas of the car park going forward. Please do not park on any double-yellow lines for pick-up or drop-offs. Please also ensure that you do not stop or park within the zig-zag "Keep Clear" markings at the main entrance to school. This area is marked to keep the flow of traffic moving and to ensure the safety of all pedestrians.
Sickness and Absence
Please let the school office know each day your child is absent from school by calling 01789 293412, option 1, and leaving a message. You may also email
parents3002@welearn365.com. You do not need to contact us daily if your child is sick/vomits. Absences for sickness/vomiting will be recorded 48 hours from the end of the day your child was last sick (i.e. if sick on Sunday, come back on Wednesday; if Tuesday come back on Friday).
Medicines in School
We cannot accept medicines in school without a prescription label and a medical form completed by a parent or carer. Please ask the school office for more information and/or a form via:
parents3002@welearn365.com
Leave of Absence during Term Time
For updated guidance and legislation regarding a leave of absence during term time, please click here. For an application form to request a leave of absence, click here.
Forest School Dates*
Below are Forest School dates for your diary. The children will need to wear PE kit to school with tracksuit bottoms or leggings and have a long sleeve top, such as a hoodie. Wellies and a rain coat will also be required:
*Forest school dates are Fridays, unless otherwise stated
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19/6
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Year 6
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26/6
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Year 5
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3/7
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Year 4
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10/7
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Years 1&2
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17/7
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Year 3
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Important Dates* to Remember
Key dates for Summer Term (2) are HERE!
* Please note that all dates published are subject to change/cancellation - please check this page and/or the website calendar regularly:
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Summer Term (2)
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Celebration / Star of the Week Assemblies
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5/6, 12/6, 18/6, 26/6, 3/7, 10/7, *13/7 (Half Term Cup)
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Teacher-Led Clubs – 4 weeks
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w/c 8th June – w/e 3rd July 2026
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Y2 Swimming
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8/6, 15/6, 22/6, 29/6
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18/6
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Year 4 Trip to Coombe Abbey (Coventry)
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19/6
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Class Photograph Day
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19/6
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School Colour Run!
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30/6
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Year 6 Leavers’ Play (4:30pm)
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1-3/7
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Year 6 Residential Trip to Frontier Centre (N’hampton)
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8/7
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Transition Day
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14/7
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Sports Day & Picnic
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15/7
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(Reserve Sports Day & Picnic)
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15/7
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Well-Being Wednesday
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17/7
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Year 6 Leavers’ Assembly (9:05am)
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17/7
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LAST DAY OF TERM
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