The Anchor News – 11th April 2025

Hi Folks, it’s the end of Spring term already. There has been lots going on in school and the children have all been working hard and striving to reach targets and goals. Our Shining Stars assembly on Monday showcased some of the super progress being made in all year groups. It was lovely to see so many family members in school to celebrate their children’s achievements. We really look forward to seeing more of you in school for assemblies and workshops. There will be plenty of them coming up during the Summer Term. Thank you to the parents that attended the Y6 and the Y2 SATs workshop. I think you’d agreed it is important to try to understand exactly what the expectations are for your child, especially in these end of key stage years.

Attendance has been slightly better in most year groups this term, congratulations to Year 6 who were our attendance winners for Spring term. Some year groups still have consistently lower than target attendance and this is a huge concern when we consider that studies show a clear correlation between regular attendance and higher grades and improved engagement. Attendance fosters lifelong learning habits. Beyond academics, consistent attendance instils responsibility, self-discipline, and time management skills, valuable for personal and professional growth. We are now analysing pupils achievements in termly assessments with their overall attendance since EYFS and there is a clear correlation between lower test scores and lower attendance. Miss Akers is inviting in parents where attendance is becoming a concern, please ensure you attend if you receive an invite.

Year 6 and Year 2 will have a busy time over the break, revising and practicing for their SATs which will be just a couple weeks after the break. Year 6 are also invited to the Easter revision club Mon & Tues of the first week of the break. Every little helps!

The value this term has been courage and the children have been thinking and discussing how this benefits us all. Standing up for ourselves and others when we know something is wrong, the courage to stand up to our friends, and the courage to be our unique selves. We remember especially the courage Jesus had, to accept the role that God had given him. We are thankful for his sacrifice and courage, so that our sins may be forgiven.

Wishing you a peaceful Easter

Miss Shryane – Head Teacher