St John's
Catholic Primary School
At St John's we grow and learn in the footsteps of Jesus.
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Latest News
Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.
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Uniform Shed
Fri 13 Sep 2024Uniform 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.
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Mrs Tracey Sessions
Tue 23 Jul 2024Dear Parents and Carers
Mrs Sessions
As the end of the school year approaches and Mrs Sessions retires, there will be some sad moment, but more importantly we should celebrate her achievements.
During the past 7 years she has built a strong school community, guiding and managing through the Covid lockdown, OFSTED and R.E. Inspections which resulted in ratings of “Good” with outstanding elements.
Going forward into retirement she leaves a very sound school family where the children achieve their potential and where the staff are highly respected in the Diocese, local community and by educational colleagues.
I am sure that you will join with the children, staff and governors in saying to Mrs Sessions
A “Big Thank You” and we wish you
“A Very Happy Retirement”.
Wishing you all a happy and peaceful summer break.
Kind regards
Mike Simmons
Chair of Governors
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Year 5 Faith Camp
Fri 05 Jul 2024Year 5 Faith Camp
Last Friday, Year 5 came together as a year group to work together and develop their faith. The day was themed around 2024 being the ‘Year of Prayer’ and each activity focused on a different way we can pray, for example through art, music, mindfulness, meditation and being outside. Year 5 were also lucky enough to be part of a Mass led by Fr Richard in the afternoon. It was a very successful day for all involved. The Year 5s approached each activity with openness and positivity.
Katy from Beautiful Gong came into school last Friday as part of Faith day and delivered 4 Gong Bath workshops to the Year 5's.
The Gong can aid deep relaxation and it certainly did for those who attended. Some comments from the children:
“It was speaking to me, like a different language”
“I feel like I’m in my bed, I feel so sleepy”
“It’s amazing”
“Can we have this everyday?”
“I feel so relaxed”
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Prayer Garden
Fri 05 Jul 2024Prayer Garden
Idverde have been working hard this week and we are thrilled that our new prayer garden is nearly completed. They will be back in September to lay turf around the bench seating and we are looking forward to starting to plant out the raised beds. When it is completely finished, we will have an opening ceremony and welcome families who have kindly contributed to the garden to visit it. Mrs Sessions visited the garden yesterday and was delighted at what a calm and reflective space we have created for staff and pupils. If you have not already done so and would like to make a contribution, you can do so by visiting Parentmail or by dropping in cash in a named envelope to the school office.
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Sports Day
Fri 05 Jul 2024Sports Day
Unfortunately due to the wet weather predicated today, we had to postpone Sports Day.
It will now take place on Thursday 18th July. Aspens Select will once again provide packed lunches instead of hot meals.
Timings will stay the same as before.
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Shakespeare Workshop
Fri 28 Jun 2024Shakespeare Workshop
Thank you to the St Augustine’s English department and Sixth Form students who led a Shakespeare workshop for our Year 6s. The children loved working with older students and learning about Shakespearian insults, language and how to put on a compelling performance.
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Awe and Wonder of Maths
Fri 28 Jun 2024Awe and Wonder of Maths
Thank you to all the parents and families who visited the exhibition on Wednesday. It wonderful to see and hear so many children talking confidently about maths and the work they had produced that morning.
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Faith and Friendship Chaplaincy Day
Fri 28 Jun 2024Faith and Friendship Chaplaincy Day
Our Year 5 Chapel Champions were invited to join other school in the Wiltshire area for a day of refection and prayer in the beautiful gardens of Wardour School on a lovely sunny day.
They were joined by Father Joseph from Salisbury who began the day with wonderful bible stories and prayer. The children connected with the earth using their senses of sound, sight, smell and sight in God’s beautiful creation.
A representative from Edukaid spoke to all the children about the charity that help schools in Tanzania, Africa. They completed a 22 question quiz on what school life was like in Africa and the children from Tanzania will also answer the same quiz and we will receive the responses on the next meet.
The children explored leadership skills that will be ready to explore on their next day.
We had a reflective walk to the local chapel and explored the many treasures of the hidden gems inside. The children joined Father Joseph in ‘thankful prayers’ one being ‘for the special day they got to spend on the Chaplaincy day and making new friends from other schools’ The children had an amazing day exploring their faith.
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Leavers Mass at Clifton Cathedral
Fri 21 Jun 2024Leavers Mass at Clifton Cathedral
On Thursday 13th June, Year 6 gathered together with many other primary schools in the Clifton Diocese to celebrate Leavers’ Mass at Clifton Cathedral.
The mass was a memorable occasion, celebrating the children’s time in primary education. Following this, the Year 6s enjoyed a picnic and play in Victoria Park, Bath.
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Sports Day - Friday 5th July 2024
Fri 21 Jun 2024Sports Day—Friday 5th July 2024
Summer has finally arrived and this year’s Sports Day will take place on Friday 5th July. Children are to arrive at school in their P.E. kits wearing a T-Shirt representing the colour of their house.
The timings will be as follows:
Am - KS2 (after registration - 12pm)
Pm - EYFS and KS1 (1.15pm - 3pm)
St. Therese - Blue
St. Dominic - Yellow
St. Anthony - Green
St. Rose - Red
If your child is unsure of their house, they should ask their teacher.
Further information will be sent to next week.
Parents will be invited to stay for a picnic on the field.
This is all weather dependant.
If you are taking any close-up photos, please ensure that they are of your own child only.
Policy on photography: you will understand the need to safeguard children by refraining from posting photographs/videos of other children on social media sites without the permission of their parents/guardians.
