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π Year 2 - Weekly Update π
We have had another busy week in Year 2! The children have been working hard across the curriculum, and we are particularly excited about our upcoming trip to Hedingham Castle next week! π° βοΈ English This week, we have been writing up our non-chronological reports about dragons in best. The children have been using everything they have learned over the past few weeks to create their finished reports, including fantastic vocabulary and expanded noun phrases. π π’ Maths In Ma
adillnutt
18 hours ago2 min read
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Newsletter Time!
Our first Newsletter of the year is ready to view! We've updated the format, so it's easier to view on mobile devices (our families' preferred method). Click here to read! https://westerings.canva.link/001
astainsbury
2 days ago1 min read
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Wild West 2026/2027
Please see details for your child's Wild West sessions. Wednesday 14th October 2026. Wednesday 16th June 2027.
contactus6524
2 days ago1 min read
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Year 2 Hedingham Castle trip Tuesday 29th September 2026.
Please see details. A reminder that payment was due by 18th September. If you have not already done so, please make payment on Arbor as soon as possible. Thank you to those families who have already paid.
contactus6524
4 days ago1 min read
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πΈπΊ Year 2 Weekly Update β Poppies & Violets
Weβve had another busy week in Year 2! Hereβs a little look at what we have been learning, along with a few reminders for the week ahead. βοΈ English This week, we have continued developing our sentence writing in preparation for writing our own non-chronological reports about dragons. The children have been working hard to include expanded noun phrases to add interesting detail and description to their writing. Weβve been really impressed with the imaginative ways they have d
adillnutt
Sep 182 min read
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Further reminder that Choir club after school Friday 18th September is cancelled.
Unfortunately, the after school choir with Mrs Rees will not run this afternoon. Please collect your child at the normal time. Children in Years 5 and 6 with permission to walk home will be released at normal time. Alternatively, please book Night Owls. We aplogise for any inconvenience. Choir will start on Friday 25th September. Friday 3.20pm - 4.00pm Choir Year 1,2,3,4,5 and 6 Small hall 25/09/26 - 04/12/26 Mrs Rees 9 weeks free club Booked via Arbor
contactus6524
Sep 181 min read
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Choir club- after school Friday 18th September - cancelled.
Unfortunately, the after school choir with Mrs Rees will not run this afternoon. Please collect your child at the normal time. Children in Years 5 and 6 with permission to walk home will be released at normal time. Alternatively, please book Night Owls. We aplogise for any inconvenience. Choir will start on Friday 25th September. Friday 3.20pm - 4.00pm Choir Year 1,2,3,4,5 and 6 Small hall 25/09/26 - 04/12/26 Mrs Rees 9 weeks free club Booked via Arbor
contactus6524
Sep 181 min read
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After school Gymnastics club Friday's - amendment to start date.
We have been advised by Premier Education that, due to unforeseen circumstances, the club will not commence until Friday 25th September. Parents have been informed directly by Premier Education and refunds will be processed by the company. The club will now only run for 9 weeks - 25/09/26 to 04/12/26. On behalf of Premier Education, please accept our apologies for any inconvenience.
contactus6524
Sep 151 min read
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π° Year 2 Hedingham Castle Trip β What Your Child Will Need
Dear Parents and Carers, With our Year 2 trip to Hedingham Castle on Tuesday 29th September getting closer, we wanted to share a few reminders about what the children will need to bring and wear on the day. π What to wear Children should come to school wearing their normal school uniform, including their normal school shoes. Every child must also bring a warm, waterproof coat, regardless of if rain is forecast. If unforeseen circumstances mean that we need to spend longer ou
adillnutt
Sep 112 min read
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Clubs and Extra Curricular activities Autumn Term 2026
Please see the updated timetable. Kindly note the following: We are unable to offer WRENS on a Monday or Tuesday this term. Any payments made will be refunded as soon as possible. We apologise for any inconvenience. 3D printing club will run on Wednesday 16th September and thereafter will move to a Monday for the remaining 9 weeks from Monday 21st September. There are very limited space available so please contact the office for availiabilty (this is now also open to Year 4
contactus6524
Sep 111 min read
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π What an AMAZING start to Year 2! π
We just wanted to say a huge well done to all of the children in Poppies and Violets for such a wonderful first two days back at school! ππΊ The children have returned to school so ready to learn, full of enthusiasm and genuinely excited about all of the wonderful learning ahead of them this year. We have been incredibly proud of the positivity, kindness and enthusiasm they have already shown. What a fantastic way to begin Year 2! β We have had a wonderful two days getting t
adillnutt
Sep 42 min read
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Year 2 Hedingham Castle trip Tuesday 29th September 2026.
Please see details. Payments will be live on Arbor form 9.00am this morning.
G Fance
Sep 21 min read
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πΈ Year 2 - A Very Warm Welcome! πΈ
Dear Poppies and Violets families, A huge and very heartfelt welcome to Year 2! ππΊ We hope you have all had a wonderful summer and are feeling ready for the exciting year ahead. Miss Dee and Mrs Shorten are so looking forward to welcoming the children into Poppies and Violets and beginning what we know will be a really happy, joyful and learning-filled year together. We have so many wonderful things planned for the year ahead and cannot wait to get to know the children, dis
adillnutt
Aug 314 min read
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RSE and PSHE consultation.
Dear Parents and Carers, Thank you for participating in our RSE and PSHE consultation! We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback. We will be using your valuable responses to enhance our planning and delivery of the new curriculum, which will launch this September 2026. Your insights are incredibly important in helping us shape a meaningful and supportive learning experience for our pupils. Please note that the final curriculum documents, policies, and ove
contactus6524
Jul 281 min read
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Year 2 - Violets - Thank you!
Dear Violet Class Families, As we reach the end of another wonderful school year, I just wanted to say a heartfelt thank you. Teaching your children has been an absolute privilege. They have made me laugh every single day, amazed me with their curiosity, kindness and resilience, and filled our classroom with so many memories that I will treasure for a very long time. Watching them grow, not just academically, but as thoughtful, funny, caring little people, has been the greate
adillnutt
Jul 212 min read
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Year 2 Violets and Poppies - plastic bags and class party!
Hi everyone, We are nearly at the end of another fantastic school year β it's hard to believe how quickly it's gone! To celebrate, we'll be having a class party on Tuesday. If you would like to contribute a small packet of party treats (such as biscuits, crisps or other individually wrapped snacks), we would be very grateful. There is absolutely no obligation, but any contributions would be greatly appreciated. Could you also please send your child to school with a plastic ca
adillnutt
Jul 191 min read
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Clothing for this week...
Dear families, Pupils have the option to wear PE kits on Monday and Tuesday this week, at parents' discretion. This is due to high temperatures continuing. We will review uniform for the latter half of the week on Wednesday. Furthermore.... To celebrate 'our boys' getting to the Semi Finals, we'll also be supporting our team by allowing the children to wear their England kits (or white/red) on Wednesday. Finally, a quick reminder to inform us that you've received, read and sh
astainsbury
Jul 121 min read
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Westerings Parent consultation: Updating our Relationships, Sex and Health Education (RSHE)
Please see letter. A reminder that the consultation period for the new PSHERSHE curriculum will be closed by Thursday morning (16th July) if you have any thoughts/comments on the new curriculum
contactus6524
Jul 101 min read
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