Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.

• Letter From Mrs O'Rourke

  Fri 27 Sep 2024

  Dear Parents and Carers, 

  The children have fully settled into the rhythm of school life and there is a         wonderful sense of purpose and challenge. The term has already included many successes including a visit from Patrick Kaberia, a Fair Trade farmer from        Kenya,  trips to Trowbridge Museum supporting our rich curriculum, school Mass celebrating with the children and families who received their First Holy             Communion in June, children representing the school at local sporting              competitions, Year 6 Leaders attending a Sports Conference, additional             professional development for the whole staff team and stay and play sessions for new EYFS children ready for September 2025!

  Last week we hosted a visit from a Headteacher in Purton who remarked on the impressive learning behaviours and purpose with which the children were working; I am unashamedly ambitious for what the children can achieve over the coming academic year. Please ensure you book an appointment for the first parent's   evening this academic year as this will provide valuable information on how your child has settled and guidance on how you can support at home. 

  As mentioned in the 'Meet the Headteacher' sessions earlier in the term I would like to introduce the 'Parent Representative' role which will allow us to further develop our methods of communication. Early next week we will be contacting two parents from each year group who have been randomly selected to represent parents at a termly meeting with me. The responsibility will then be for this information to be cascaded to other parents. I really am looking forward to working alongside you all to enhance the life chances and opportunities for every child.   

  We will be celebrating our 'Harvest Service' in the next few weeks and we ask for a donation of a box (or two) of any brand of cereal that we will donate to Trowbridge Foodbank. We are setting the challenge of collecting at least 400 boxes of cereal - please support if you are able. Thank you for the donations we have received     already.....currently have approximately 50 boxes. 

  Wishing you all a happy and peaceful weekend. 

   

  Mrs O'Rourke

   

   

   

• School Photos

  Fri 27 Sep 2024

  School Photos

  David Wiltshire Photography will be in school on Tuesday 1st October to take     pupil’s individual photos. Pupils with siblings in our school will also have a         photograph taken together during the school day. Unfortunately we are not able to take photos with children who are not currently at St. John’s or any other family   relationships than siblings.

  All pupils should come into school in their Winter uniform on this day.

   

• Fairtrade Assembly

  Fri 27 Sep 2024

  Fairtrade Assembly

   

  On Tuesday 17^th September, Patrick Kaberia, a Fairtrade Tea Farmer from Kenya gave a presentation to KS1 and KS2 children and spent time with the Year 5/6 chapel champions.

  He taught us about the life of a Fair Trade farmer and set us some challenges. 

  Oliver said "Buy Fair Trade Products to help the farmers" 

  George said tell your friends and family about Fair Trade goods"

  We would like to thank Fair Trade Trowbridge for organising his visit to our school.

  We are exploring becoming a Fair Trade School.

   

   

  

• First Holy Communion Mass

  Fri 27 Sep 2024

  First Holy Communion Mass

   

  On Thursday 26th September, LKS2 children who have celebrated their First Holy Communion gathered at school to celebrate again, but this time with their families and the school community. Children were dressed in their Communion outfits and brought with them their joy, excitement and reverence at such a milestone in their Catholic lives. It was a lovely event and was an inspiration to the St. John’s family.

   

  

• Letter from Mrs O'Rourke

  Fri 13 Sep 2024

  Dear Parents/Carers

  Thank you for reading our first newsletter for the new academic year! We are aiming to develop the use of our school website to regularly share and celebrate the children’s learning and communicate key dates. This academic year the newsletter will be published fortnightly.

  The year has started very well—children have settled quickly, engaged in their learning and appear excited for the challenges ahead! A huge thank you to all the staff team who have worked so diligently to ensure the wellbeing and smooth start to school for all children.

  The “Meet the Teacher” and “Head Teacher Welcome” workshops were well attended and I hope you found them useful and informative. Thank you for your support.

  Next week we will select two parent representatives from each year group who will be invited to meet with me over the academic year to ensure we are working   effectively and in partnership. To make selection simple and transparent—names will be selected by children pulling them out of a hat! I will share the year representatives names in our next newsletter.

  On Thursday morning we celebrated our first Mass of the academic year in church with Fr    Richard celebrating the Feast Day of the Holy Name of Mary. It was wonderful to see so many parents and grandparents who were able to join us. Please take note of the key dates for your diary.

  By now you will have received communication about Mr Smith’s poor health. We keep him and his family in our prayers at this dark time.

  Please take note and share with family and friends of our Open Days during the Autumn term. I would be delighted to welcome any new family for a tour of our wonderful school—either for new EYFS starters in 2025 or we have a small number of places in Y1, Y2 and Y4. Please contact the office to arrange a tour.

  Wishing you all a peaceful and joyful weekend with your families. If you have any concerns or questions please do not hesitate to contact Mrs Poulter, Miss Byrne or Mrs Burden in the school office on 01225 752006.

  Look forward to welcoming you back to school next week.

  Kind regards

  Mrs O’Rourke

  Head Teacher

   

• Uniform Shed

  Fri 13 Sep 2024

  Uniform Shed New Opening Day

   

  Mrs Dixon who runs the Uniform Shed has had to change the opening day from Fridays to Mondays.

  It will be open after school from 3.10pm. The Uniform Shed is situated on the right-hand side next to the Outdoor Learning Hut as you walk into playground.