Year 5 Weekly Blog - w.b. 7th July

We are all very excited for the residential trip tomorrow! Here's everything you need to know to help the day go smoothly:

• Children should arrive at school at the normal time, ready to leave Westerings promptly at 9:00am. Pick-up will also be at the usual time of 3:20pm. Please ensure your child is wearing sensible outdoor clothing, as we’ll be active and spending time outside.

• With the hot weather forecast, it is essential that children arrive wearing suncream and a hat. They should also bring suncream with them so they can top it up throughout the day. Each child needs to bring two water bottles – they will be able to refill them during the day to stay hydrated. A packed lunch will also be required, so please make sure this is packed and ready.

• Phones and all forms of technology must be left at home – we are encouraging a tech-free experience.

• Children do not need to bring any sweets; we will be providing sweet treats during the trip. Please refer to the previously sent kit list and letter to double-check your child has everything they need.

We still have a couple of children who haven’t yet returned their forms confirming their evening collection options. If your child is not returning to school that evening, or will be picked up at 9:00pm or Saturday morning at 9:00am, it is vital that this form is returned tomorrow for safeguarding purposes.

For those of you kindly volunteering as parent helpers, please arrive at 8:30am so we can go through the day’s plan together.

Tomorrow evening, children should arrive back at 6:30pm via the Sunny Road gate. A member of staff will meet you there, and we’ll head into the main hall together for the register.

Throughout the day/night, we will upload photos as and when we can. A full folder of images will be shared with you next week, so you can enjoy a proper look at all the fun your children have had!

Reminders for next week:

• Mon - PE, transition afternoon (Willows to meet Mr Bird, Hazel to meet Mr Wade)

• Tues - watching the Y6 dress rehearsal

• Weds - RSE lesson on FGM (will be age-appropriate and sensitively handled)

Thank you for your continued support. We’re looking forward to a fantastic, adventure-filled experience with the children!