Message from the Head Larkswood welcomes Dav Pilkey, author of

Issue: 100 w/e 17th October 2014
Newsletter
Message from the Head
Dear Parents & Carers
I would like to congratulate all of the children this week on their excellent behaviour in spite of the wet weather – a very big
‘ ‘well done’’ to everybody for coping so well. Please ensure your child has appropriate wet weather clothing so they are
well protected against the elements.
The Larkswood values have been used to very good effect this week, particularly the value of ‘Partnership’ whereby parents
have been working together with staff to organise the LPSA quiz night and the job fair which was a huge success.
It is very important that your child arrives at school on time each morning to ensure they are maximising their learning
time. So, getting their clothes ready, setting an alarm clock and allowing plenty of time for your journey will make sure that
the children get the very best punctual start to the day.
I would like to remind all visitors wishing to access school that they must report to the main reception area to ensure that
our safeguarding procedures are followed and helping to ensure that all of the children are safe in school at all times –
thank you.
Kind regards
Lynne Harrowell
Larkswood welcomes
Dav Pilkey, author of
Captain Underpants!
This week Larkswood Primary was happy to welcome Dav Pilkey, the author
of the Captain Underpants series to the school. Years 2, 3, and 4 were so excited to see and listen to one of their favourite authors. Dav told the children
about growing up in his home town of Ohio in America and how he started
writing and drawing the character of Captain Underpants.
Dav drew pictures of the different characters from his books and those lucky
enough to guess won the drawing for their class.
We are very lucky to have such great, original illustrations in the school.
During the week the children designed pants for Captain
Underpants and a selection were chosen to receive a certificate and their
very own mini illustration drawn by Dav.
Afterwards the children queued patiently to meet Dav who kindly gave autographs and signed children’s own Captain Underpants books.
It was such a great afternoon.
Thank you Captain Underpants.
See more pictures on our school website.
Please go to the Gallery page on the school website for more pictures
Our attendance target at
Larkswood!
As from September 2014 our school target for attendance is set at 100%.
It is proven that excellent attendance leads to great results and engaged children.
We look forward to working with all our parents and carers this year to achieve our
goal at Larkswood Primary.
Period: 06/10/2014 to 10/10/2014
Congratulations to the following classes who achieved the best class
attendance in their year group.
RFS: 95.2% 1LM: 97.6% 2PF: 98.0% 3VL: 99.00%
4DP: 97.9% 5ND: 97.6% 6BA: 97.7%
LETS ALL HIT THAT MAGIC 100%
Ooo, 3VL so close!!
The Larkswood Attendance Tree
Ollie the Owl lives in an old tree in the
heart of Larkswood. Sometimes Ollie gets
lonely.
The children can help Ollie.
If a class has a weekly attendance rate of
95-100% their class name will go on Ollie’s
attendance tree. Every time a class reaches
a 100% attendance rate for the whole week
a class butterfly is placed at the top of the
tree to keep Ollie company!
Celebrating Fantastic Attendance
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
Tuesday, 21st October
Year 4 Trip to London Zoo
Wednesday, 12th November 2:00pm
Tea with the Head - Class with the best attendance (To be
announced)
Tuesday, 21st October 6:00 – 7:00pm
Prospective Parents Evening for Reception Classes
Thursday, 13th November 9:00-10:00am Blue Hall
Speech & Language (SALT) Coffee Morning
Wednesday, 22nd October 6:00 – 7:00pm
LPSA Annual General Meeting AGM
Thursday, 13th November
Parents Evening
Monday, 27th - Tuesday, 4th November
HALF TERM— Children to return to school on Tuesday, 4th
November (Monday, 3rd November STAFF INSET DAY)
Friday, 14th November
Children in Need: Dress up as a Super Hero
Tuesday, 4th November
National Portrait Gallery: 3VL, 3JM, 3NB
Wednesday, 5th November
National Portrait Gallery: 3BM
Tuesday, 11th November 9:00 - 10:00am
Whole School Coffee Morning - Reading Widely & Often
(Blue Hall)
Thursday, 4th December 3:00 – 6:00pm
Year 6 - Harry Potter Studios
Thursday, 11th December 3:00 – 6:00pm
LPSA Christmas Fair
Friday, 19th December (School finished at 1:30pm)
CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS
Friday, 19th December (School finished at 1:30pm)
BACK TO SCHOOL (Spring Term 2015)
Please note that the next Uniform Swap Shop
will be on Thursday, 23rd October 8:30 –
9:30am
EVERY WEEK AT LARKSWOOD
Every Monday, 9:00 – 11:00am Stay & Play: Larkswood Playgroup for Under 3’s
Every Tuesday, 7:30 – 9:30am Headteacher Drop-In (Glass Office) Please go to the Glass Office via the school office
Every Thursday, 9:00-10:00am Train To Gain: Keep Fit with Gary in the Blue Hall
BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CLUBS
Every Monday, 3:30-5:15pm Karate: Yr3-Yr6 (3:30-4:20pm) Reception-Yr2 (4:25-5:15pm) Wooden Hall
Every Tuesday, 7:30-8:30am Basketball Club Yr5 & 6 Wooden Hall (Mr Hau)
Every Tuesday, 3:45-4:45pm KS1 Football Astro Turf (Mr Hau)
Every Wednesday, 7:45-8:45am Netball Club Yr6 Wooden Hall (Ms Bruce)
Every Wednesday, 3:30-4:30pm Riverdance Rachel - Irish Dancing KS1 (3:30-4:00) KS2 (4:00-4:30pm)
Every Wednesday, 3:45-4:45pm Yr5 & 6 Girls Football Astro Turf (Mr Hau)
Every Thursday 7:45 - 8:45am Gymnastics Club
Every Thursday, 3:45-4:45pm Yr5 & 6 Boys Football Astro Turf (Mr Hau)
Every Friday, 3:45-4;45pm KS2 Athletics Club Astro Turf (Mr Hau)
The second LPSA
Quiz Night!
Birthday Celebrations
The winners and best team name,
Larkswood LPSA
Stroppy Poppy & the Specials
In last place the Smart Tarts are still smiling with their lemons and spoons.
We would like to thank the LPSA for another entertaining quiz night. Great company, food, a little tipple and a raffle
along with some brain busting questions is so simple but when its organised well it means for a great night.
The winners of the night were Stroppy Poppy & the Specials. A team of Larkswood staff who will never let us forget
that they came first along with winning a prize for the best named team.
The team in last place were the Smart Tarts. They were graceful in their defeat and took a fine photo with their
converted wood spoons and lemons.
There were Birthday celebrations, raffle prizes, all round fun and look forward to the Quiz Night Number 3!
SCHOOL MENU
w/b Monday 20th
October
Monday:
Mild Chilli Con Carne & Nachos / Macaroni Cheese
Tuesday:
Chicken & Sweetcorn Pie / Pasta & Pesto Sauce
Wednesday:
Jerk Chicken / Frittata
Thursday:
Beef Spaghetti Bolognaise / Vegetable Samosa
Friday:
Fish Finger / Roasted Vegetable Enchiladas
Larkswood Parent and Staff Association
LPSA
Annual General Meeting AGM
Wednesday, 22nd October
6:00-7:00pm
You are all welcome to come to the LPSA AGM on Wednesday, 22nd Oct.
See what’s involved in being an active member of the
LPSA. A successful and harmonious PTA is at the heart
of every school and ours is no exception.
The AGM is an important event in the LPSA
calendar. A new Chair will be voted in.
The LPSA constitution is reviewed and future plans are
made. Be a part of it.
It’s the time of year when it’s all too easy to pick up a cold or worse still the flu.
Help everyone to stay fighting fit by covering our mouths when we cough,
not spitting, use a tissue when we sneeze and washing our hands regularly.
It’s easy to do and it’s polite too – Thank you
EYFS
TOAD ALERT: The nursery children found a toad this week who had
made himself at home in the nursery garden. The toad was so happy
there that although he was put in a safer place he came back again in
the afternoon.
This time the afternoon children and
nursery team took a trip to the pond
in the Larkswood wildlife area where
he was left to have a nice swim to
stretch his legs and look for a tasty
toad snack.
This week on the EYFS news……….
PEOPLE WHO HELP US:
A paramedic and police officer (parent) came to visit on Monday morning. The children were able to try on the paramedic’s
reflective jacket, hold the special equipment and listen to stories.
The children were given a goodie bag at the end of
the visit that had books and pencils inside.
The children thought of their own questions to ask
and listened intently to the answers.
Mrs Nicolaou said that she was very proud of how
all the children listened and behaved during the
visit.
In the afternoon excitement grew as Reception,
teachers and parents visited the local fire station.
The children were told what life
is like for a fireman/woman and
were able to try out the hose and look at the fire engine.
It was a great day.
“ I am so glad I came I have
already applied for three
jobs"
Positive Feedback
"Wow you have been fantastic,
I was so worried but now I
cannot wait to get back to
work"
"I came on the off chance of getting some help with a job
problem and I am so happy because I got some real help
thank you"
The job fair was a great success. There were experts on employment
who gave some brilliant advice to our parents as well as a massive
job bus which had current jobs and a amazing computer suite to help
our parents apply straight away for some great positions.
Mrs Pipe
Get Ready!
Friday, 14th November 2014
Dress up at Larkswood for Children in Need Day as
your favourite Hero.!
What kind of Hero will you be?
A Superhero?
A sporting hero?
An every day hero?
A family hero?
There are so many to choose from so get your thinking
caps on now.
Be a hero on Children in Need day.
All donations are welcome and are voluntary so please
give to this great charity event that helps
children and parents country wide.
The buckets will be rattling on
Friday, 14th November!
Larkswood Primary Sports News & Fixtures...
Clubs, Clubs and more Clubs
First of all, I just want to thank all of the children and parents for being so engaged with all of the different clubs we now
have at Larkswood. From KS1 Football to KS2 Girls Football to Cheerleading Club, we really are aiming for the Sainsbury
School Games Gold Kitemark for next year. In additional, all of the participants have taken part and demonstrated the
school values – Go Larkswood!
The KS1 Football had their first session this week, and I was very impressed with their attitude, behaviour and their willingness to give everything a go. Some children in particular showed a great touch on the ball, and I am looking forward to
working with them as they progress through Year 3 up to 6.
Just to reassure all of the parents – the register for the KS1 Football Club will change over at the start of the Spring Term
so different children will get an opportunity to join.
Competitions
Unfortunately, the boy’s football league was due to start on Monday. However, because of the torrential downpour
throughout the whole day, it was postponed until a later date. Once I have information regarding the new date, I will endeavour to let all of the teams (children and parents) know.
Our picture shows the KS1 and KS2 children enjoying the KS1 Cross Country last week!
The Girls Football League kicks off next week
(Monday 20th October 2014) with two matches against
Thorpe Hall and Chingford Hall. This game will be
played at GOALS, Chingford and the girls who have
been chosen will be given a letter asking parents/
carers for permission to play. All of the girls who are
playing will require their parents or carers to transport
them to and from the venue as we look to ensure the
safeguarding of all of the children in the school.
This year’s Orion Harriers Primary Schools Invitation
Cross Country will take place on Saturday 8th
November 2014, over at Chingford Plains. I have
spoken to all of the children in KS2 about this event,
and I would like to enter as many children who would
like to enter.
This event will rely heavily on parents/carers to transport their child to and from the competition to make it a success, so
please help your child and the school.
I have entered the Year 5 and 6 into the Sportshall Competition. This will be on Wednesday 19 th November 2014, and it
will take place at Redbridge Sports Centre throughout the day. The training for this competition will take place during
Athletics Club – this takes place every Friday after school. In addition, I have entered the Year 1 and 2 into their
Sportshall Competition. This will take place on Wednesday 3 rd December 2014, and it will also take place at Redbridge
Sports Centre. Please keep an eye out for letters to those children who successfully make the teams.
Spare, unwanted PE kits
If you have any old, unwanted PE kits (white t-shirt, navy/black shorts, shorts and plimsolls), you can kindly donate them
to the school. These will be used as emergency kits for children who not have their kits. Thank
you in advance for your generous donations.
Larkswood needs you!
Are you interested in helping the school?
Are you keen in promoting the development of Sports and PE within Larkswood Primary
School?
Are you able to help transport children to and from sporting competitions?
If so and because we want to ensure the safeguarding of all of the children in
the school, please speak to the office about obtaining a DBS check and a
volunteer form to make you eligible to help.
Onwards and upwards!
Mr Hau
Larkswood
Thank you to all the Larkswood
parents and carers that saved the
Sainsbury’s Active Kids vouchers for
Larkswood. We collected the
highest amount of any school in the
borough.
The grand total was 49108.
How amazing!
We have traded in our vouchers and
ordered lots of sport
equipment for the school.
We couldn’t have done it without
you!
Table Tennis Bats
Giant Chess
Goalball Squistle
Well done Larkswood! The highest number of
vouchers in the borough!
Tri Golf Bags
Colour & Shape
Mats Agility
Ladders Netball
Pop-up target centre Hockey Balls Netball Bibs
Tag Rugby Belts Putting Cups Goalball Giant
Chess Tennis Bats Practice Balls Hoop Bag TriGolf Compasses Instruct-a-rugby Agility Ladder
Sitting Volley Ball Kit Role Play Tabbards Bats

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