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This week we have been learning facts about penguins and polar bears and we used our phonics to write fact sentences, remembering to use finger spaces between our words.
We’ve rafted, built a fire and toasted marshmallows. After tea we did a night trail, leading our partners around a trail.
We’ve arrived at the outdoor centre and are settling in.
We’ve arrived at the Sheldonian and are eagerly awaiting the concert to begin.
Children in Coral Reef have been experimenting with new painting techniques using brusho inks and water. They have really enjoyed seeing their pictures appear on the paper like magic!
We have introduced snack monitors-or as we like to call them snack chefs! Each day two children are chosen to be responsible for preparing our morning snack.
The children are designing their own Golden Ticket to gain entry to Willy Wonka's chocolate factory.
This week in Art, the children are taking inspiration from Quentin Blake.
This week in Explorers we have continued our earthquake and tsunami topic and have had also participated in a Shakespeare workshop.
Chocolate Rocks anyone? This week the Oceans children have finished learning about Rocks with a choc-rock cycle experience. Thank you to everyone who sent in chocolate donations, they were well recieved!
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- 05 Jan 2026
Free SEND workshops for Parents and Carers from SENSE LearningDear Parents and Carers,
Happy new year to you all.
I wanted to let you know about upcoming Parent Workshops, taking place throughout the Spring Term as part of our ongoing parenting offer.
This term we will be running six workshops, designed to support parents and carers with practical guidance, up-to-date information, and strategies that can be used at home. The sessions are a great way to learn, build understanding, and gain confidence in supporting your child’s development and wellbeing.
Workshop topics include:
Emotional development and its link to behaviour
Parenting styles and attachment
Brain development in children and young people
Self-regulation and sleep
Online safety
Understanding young people’s mental health
Booking information
All workshops are free to attend
Tickets can be booked via Eventbrite
Places are limited, so we encourage early booking
Full details of each session, including dates and times, are available on the Eventbrite booking page which is on the attachment in the email.
We hope you will be able to join us and take advantage of this valuable opportunity to learn more and connect with other parents and carers in a supportive environment.
If you have any questions please get in touch and I will be happy to answer these.
Kind regards,
Amy Attoe (SENSE Learning)
Session 1: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1976443579952?aff=oddtdtcreator
Session 2: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1976444403415?aff=oddtdtcreator
Session 3: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1976444636111?aff=oddtdtcreator
Session 4: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1976446116539?aff=oddtdtcreator
Session 5: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1976446495673?aff=oddtdtcreator
Session 6: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1976446584940?aff=oddtdtcreator
- 09 Dec 2025
Christmas lunchPlease find attached the Christmas Lunch Menu.
- 14 Nov 2025
School admissionsSchool admissions for September 2026 intake has now opened. If your child turns 4 yrs old by 31st August 2026, you will need to apply for a school place. The deadline for admissions is 15th January 2026. If you need any help in applying for a place please come and see Sarah in the Pod and she will be more than happy to help.
- 12 Nov 2025
Community News: Free Community Christmas Pantomime at St Mary & John’s ChurchPanto: 7 Days to Save Christmas!
Date: Saturday 29th November, 4:00pm
Venue: St Mary & John’s Church, Cowley Road
Join us for a festive afternoon of fun, free hot chocolate, marshmallows, and laughter, as we enjoy a professional pantomime for all ages — a wonderful way to get into the Christmas spirit!
Everyone is warmly welcome.
For more information, please contact admin@cowleystjohn.co.uk
Digital leaflet attached.
- 22 Oct 2025
Community News: Pumpkin Patch SEND Session
