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| Nicol Mere Newsletters Download May 28th 2010 Newsletter Download May 14th 2010 Newsletter Download May 8th 2009 Flyer Download May 1st 2009 Flyer Newsletter 20th May 2008 Rugby Team – Well done
Last Saturday the school rugby team took part in a Lancashire tournament where they played in two competitions. They did fantastically. Primarily they won the league competition (winning every game and accumulating the most tries) and the highlight being the 4:3 win against the county champions and cup winning team. They also entered a bowl competition where they reached the final which ended 4:4. However with the squad already depleted through absences and injuries on the day the team lost to a golden try rule. Despite some dodgy refereeing and rule bending by the opposition all the pupils played their hearts out and acted with great sportsmanship. A big thanks to all the parent supporters and “WELL DONE” to all the players. A new cup for the league will be presented in school this week.
Sports Opportunities
Byrchall High School Tennis
From 1st May, there are still places available on the Wigan Schools’ Sports’ Partnership 5-week short tennis coaching sessions.
Gymnastics
From 1st May, St Edmund Arrowsmith, in partnership with Wigan Seagulls, are offering 6-week gymnastic taster sessions. Places are still available.
Football
Wigan Athletic are running a soccer school during the half term. Further information on all the above sports is available in the office.
Mrs Starkie’s Retirement
Sadly we say “farewell” to Mrs Starkie as she retires from school at the end of July ’08. Mrs Starkie has taught at Nicol Mere for over 20 years and we would like to take this opportunity to offer her our heartfelt thanks for her valuable teaching service during this time and wish her well for the future! She will be greatly missed by pupils and staff at the school, both past and present. “Good luck” and “thank you” Mrs Starkie!
New Teaching Staff
From September 2008, Miss Norris will be making a welcoming return to teach in Key Stage 1 whilst we would welcome a new member, Miss Johnston, who will also join our list of dedicated teaching staff.
SIP School Improvement Plan
By now you should have received the School Improvement Plan questionnaire, could you please complete and return A.S.A.P.
Provisional Date
Half term Close 3.30pm Friday 23 May Return to school 8.50am Monday, 2nd June 2008
Y3 & 5 SATs All week 2 June
Junior Sports Day (Olympics) 25 June
Infant Sports Day (Olympics) 2 July
Reports to parents w/e 11 July
Y6 Leavers shows 10 + 11 July Open to parents of Y6 pupils
Y6 Leavers Party 17 July 5-7pm Beach party in playground
End of term 2.00pm yes 2.00pm Friday 18 July
Anti-Vandal Paint
Please BEWARE of anti-vandal paint which has recently been applied to the top of the railings around school.
"Fones 4 schools"
Look out for packs to be brought home by the children about a mobile phone re-cycling scheme.
Captain’s Lane – Room for hire
Information leaflets are available in school.
Parents, Teachers, Staff and Friends Association (PTSFA)
We would like to invite you to join our Association of dedicated members by sharing your ideas with the school and getting involved where you can. We openly welcome new volunteers with new ideas, whilst valuing our existing members, who together achieve so much, along with your support. We are in the process of planning events for the Summer Term and beyond (maybe even a Summer Fayre if we can get enough volunteers!). If you can offer any help with fundraising events, and/or would like to join the Committee, please contact either Mrs Ryder, Mrs Magee, or Mrs Pugh.
MUFTI
We will be holding a “MUFTI” on Friday 23rd May. The children do not need to wear uniform on this day and can wear their own sensible clothes to celebrate the end of term, for a voluntary contribution of £1.00 per child. Thank you for your support.
School uniform
Many pupils have asked if we could make changes to our school uniform (eg : ties?)
We would appreciate your comments. Please give your suggestions on the newsletter sent home to parents or send them via e-mail to:
enquiries@admin.nicolmere.wigan.sch.uk Newsletter 2nd May 2008
Mrs Ryder
Sadly Mrs. Ryder will retire from school at the end of July after having taught at Nicol Mere for over 30 years. May we take this opportunity to offer her our heartfelt thanks for her valuable service during this time. She will be greatly missed by everyone at the school, both past and present. Good luck! We will give you more information in the forthcoming weeks. As a result Mrs. Haselden will move across to one of the Reception classes in September as Infant leader.
Miss Hill
Following Miss Hill’s retirement this week, she would like us to pass on her thanks to the children and parents/carers for all the gifts, cards and kind wishes sent. She sends her best wishes to everyone connected to Nicol Mere School.
SIP School Improvement Plan
By now you should have received the School Improvement Plan questionnaire, could you please complete and return A.S.A.P.
School Class Photographs - Tempest
Sample Class Photographs were sent home with your child this week. Please return your order in the sealed envelope provided (with the correct money enclosed) to school by Friday 9th May 2008. Sorry, we are unable to provide change as we forward all orders directly to Tempest. Thank you for your co-operation.
Sponsored Spell
Thank you to all those who took part in the sponsored spell. The children raised a total of over £600.00, which will go towards new reading materials. Your child’s form has since been returned to them.
Soccer team
Previous match score against Our Lady’s : 2:2 - Revenge 6:0 at last match! Well done to the Soccer Team and a big “thank you” to
Mr Carrington for arranging the matches.
Athletics Team
A Year 6 mini- athletic event between all local schools was held in Cansfield High School’s Sportshall, last Friday afternoon. We finished in 2nd place - very close!!! Everyone was very well behaved and special thanks go to Mrs Quinn for her help on the day and to Mrs Woods for the training programme.
September 2008 classes
In September we envisage there being 4 Infant classes and 7 Junior classes, all being straight age groups - x2 Reception classes, Y1, Y2, Y3, x2 Y4, x2 Y5 and x2 Y6 ( Y6 split 3- ways for Core subjects ready for SATs). We have let you know this as soon as possible as promised. We will let you know which staff will teach which classes as soon as everyone is confirmed.
Parents, Teachers, Staff and Friends Association (PTSFA)
We would like to invite you to join our Association of dedicated members by sharing your ideas with the school and getting involved where you can. We openly welcome new volunteers with new ideas, whilst valuing our existing members, who together achieve so much, along with your support. We are in the process of planning events for the Summer Term and beyond (maybe even a Summer Fayre if we can get enough volunteers!). If you can offer any help with fundraising events, and/or would like to join the Committee, please contact either Mrs Ryder, Mrs Magee, or Mrs Pugh. Please look out for our PTSFA Newsletter to be published soon.
Provisional Dates
Y6 SATs All week 12 May
Y4 SATs All week 19 May
Half term Close 3.30pm Friday 23 May Return to school 8.50am Monday, 2nd June 2008
Y3 & 5 SATs All week 2 June
Junior Sports Day (Olympics) 25 June
Infant Sports Day (Olympics) 2 July
Reports to parents w/e 11 July
Y6 Leavers shows 10 + 11 July Open to parents of Y6 pupils
Y6 Leavers Party 17 July 5-7pm Beach party in playground
End of term 2.00pm yes 2.00pm Friday 18 July
Newsletter
4th May 2007
* Please read the weekly newsletters
(last week’s had mentioned Mufti twice but many children turned up in uniform – furthermore, some went home and were late instead of parents bringing clothes in) – Sorry to nag!
School SAT’s
Year 2 pupils will be involved in end of Key Stage tests next week. Year 6 Sats are taking place all week from w/b 14th May.
Attendance Trophy
The attendance trophy this week goes to
Miss Seston’s class (Y5S) with 99.3% and Mrs Starkie’s class (Y1S) with 95.5%. Congratulations to each class.
Stranger Danger
As part of our “Stranger Awareness” lessons, please remind your children to be extra vigilant on their way to and from school.
Lunchboxes
We are a healthy school. Some children are bringing in packed lunches which do not contain healthy foods. If your child brings in a packed lunch, please ensure it contains healthy food and drink options to cut down on crisps, biscuits, chocolate, fizzy pop etc. (less browns, more greens/reds). Thank you for your co-operation.
School Meals Information
This is to inform you that following a Cabinet meeting on 28/02/07, it was agreed that the price of a school meal will increase from £1.70 to £1.80, with effect from 1st August 2007 (i.e. this will come into effect after the Summer Holidays). A reminder will be sent nearer the time.
Weather Conditions
Recently, we have been having some glorious weather. On days like these, could you please make sure your child wears a sun cap. It would also be beneficial for them to have suncream put on at home before coming to school. We recommend that your child brings in a water bottle (drinking spout type) daily to encourage hydration and concentration.
School Council
The school council have requested that we widen the path, which has since been completed and that we provide bicycle racks and benches with umbrellas, which are on order.
Summer Fayre
Preparations are now underway for our Summer Fayre on Friday, 15th June, 3.30pm-5.30pm. Please return your slips or let us know a.s.a.p. if you can help in any way.
Photographs
Samples of class photographs have been distributed today. If you would like to purchase your child’s class photo, please fill in your order form and return it to school by Friday,11th May 2007.
Vision/Mission statement
Following several meetings with the governors and the working party we would like to present you with the near final draft (below). Could you let us know if you have a favourite ‘Motto’ ( 5 choices) and if you have any further comments generally.
Vision – 5 statements for parents and pupils to feedback on:-
1. Learning is a passport for life, enjoy.
2. The harder I try the more I will succeed.
3. We try, we learn, we succeed.
4. The day I try is the day I succeed.
5. If I try everyday, success will surely come my way.
Mission Statement
“Our mission is to create a safe, healthy, caring and happy environment where everybody is respected and valued. We aim to achieve excellence where everyone reaches their potential today and in the future.”
Values
Love, honesty, compassion, forgiveness, politeness, respect, determination and co-operation.
Newsletter
11th May 2007
Year 6 SAT’s
Year 6 Sats are taking place all week from w/b 14th May. Please read the separate letters sent out to Year 6 this week.
Vision/Mission statement
There has been a limited response so far! This is your chance to have a say in the Vision of the school
Following several meetings with the governors and the working party we would like to present you with the near final draft (below). Could you let us know if you have a favourite ‘Motto’ ( 5 choices) and if you have any further comments generally.
Vision – 5 statements for parents and pupils to feedback on:-
1. Learning is a passport for life, enjoy.
2. The harder I try the more I will succeed.
3. We try, we learn, we succeed.
4. The day I try is the day I succeed.
5. If I try hard everyday, success will surely come my way.
Mission Statement
“Our mission is to create a safe, healthy, caring and happy environment where everybody is respected and valued. We aim to achieve excellence where everyone reaches their potential today and in the future.”
Values
Love, honesty, compassion, forgiveness, politeness, respect, determination and co-operation.
Healthy snacks
During morning breaks pupils in the juniors who do not have toast or milk can bring in a healthy snack from home such as fruit or a nut-free health bar.
Attendance
The attendance trophy this week goes to
Mrs Williams/Roberts’ Class (Y2W) with 98.3%
and Mrs Pilling’s class (Y6P) with 97.7%.
Congratulations to each class.
Sports Days – final arrangements
Reception , Y1, Y2, & Y3 are having a Pirate Sports Day at 9.30am Tuesday 5 June ( parents are welcome but there is a no alcohol and no smoking policy). Pupils should wear PE kit as usual but sensible accessories are allowed eg bandanas NO SWORDS, CUTLASSES ETC
Y4 & Y5 are having a teams game Sports Day at 9.30am Thursday 7 June (parents welcome as above) and Y6 are
also having team games at 1.45pm on Thursday 7 June – this gives us more space to run the events and means parents have more opportunities to see their children.
Lunchboxes
We are a healthy school. Some children are bringing in packed lunches which do not contain any healthy foods. If your child brings in a packed lunch, please ensure it contains healthy food and drink options to try and cut down on crisps, biscuits, chocolate, fizzy pop etc. (less
browns, more greens/reds). A balanced diet is recommended. Thank you for your co-operation.
Free Meals Entitlement
Don’t forget to take up your entitlement of Free Meals. Did you know? that if your child is eligible for free meals and does not wish a cooked meal, arrangements can be made with Mrs Magee, who will make a packed lunch for him/her. Please ring school if you require further details.
Haydock Park
A visit to Haydock Park has been arranged for our Year 5 children on Wednesday next week to “follow the horses tail around the trail”. Please see separate letters.
Haigh Hall
As part of their topic on ‘habitats and life cycles of the frog’ our Year 1 children are going to visit Haigh Hall on Friday next week. See separate letters.
Summer Fayre
Thank you to those who have offered to help before/during and after the Summer Fayre on Friday, 15th June, 3.30pm-5.30pm. We would still appreciate more offers of help for the Fayre to go ahead. Please return your slips or let us know a.s.a.p. if you can help in any way.
Parking
We have received complaints and concerns from neighbours regarding parents parking over their drives whilst dropping off/picking up children from school. Would you please respect the neighbours’ wishes and NOT park across their driveways. The local police and traffic patrols have been made aware of the problem.
Newsletter
18th May 2007
Vision/Mission statement
There has been a limited response so far! This is your chance to have a say in the Vision of the school
Following several meetings with the governors and the working party we would like to present you with the near final draft (below). Could you let us know if you have a favourite ‘Motto’ ( 5 choices) and if you have any further comments generally.
Vision – 5 statements for parents and pupils to feedback on:-
1. Learning is a passport for life, enjoy.
2. The harder I try the more I will succeed.
3. We try, we learn, we succeed.
4. The day I try is the day I succeed.
5. If I try hard everyday, success will surely come my way.
Mission Statement
“Our mission is to create a safe, healthy, caring and happy environment where everybody is respected and valued. We aim to achieve excellence where everyone reaches their potential today and in the future.”
Values
Love, honesty, compassion, forgiveness, politeness, respect, determination and co-operation.
Attendance
The attendance trophy this week goes to Miss Norris’s Class (Y2N) with 98.9% and Miss Gwilliam’s Class (Y5G)
with 99.5%. Congratulations to each class.
Sports Days – final arrangements
Reception , Y1, Y2, & Y3 are having a Pirate Sports Day at 9.30am Tuesday 5 June ( parents are welcome but there is a no alcohol and no smoking policy). Pupils should wear PE kit as usual but sensible accessories are allowed eg bandanas NO SWORDS, CUTLASSES ETC
Y4 & Y5 are having a teams game Sports Day at 9.30am Thursday 7 June (parents welcome as above) and Y6 are
also having team games at 1.45pm on Thursday 7 June – this gives us more space to run the events and means parents have more opportunities to see their children.
Haydock Park
Year 5 enjoyed their trip to “Chase the tail around the trail” on Wednesday at Haydock Park Racecourse. They were all well behaved. Thank you to the staff and helpers.
Haigh Hall
Mrs Starkie’s class visited Haigh Hall today and had a great time learning about the lifecycle of the frog on a nature walk and then made figures from clay. Thank you to the children for being so well behaved and thanks to the staff and helpers.
Hockey Tournament
Some children in Year 5 are playing in a mini-hockey tournament at the JJB Stadium on Monday 21/05/07. We wish them good luck!
Outdoor Activities
An activity day has been arranged for Year 6 pupils next Wednesday at Byrchall High School. Please see separate letter.
Free Meals Entitlement
Don’t forget to take up your entitlement of Free Meals. Did you know? that if your child is eligible for free meals and does not wish a cooked meal, arrangements can be made with Mrs Magee, who will make a packed lunch for him/her. Please ring school if you require further details.
Summer Fayre
The Summer Fayre will go ahead as planned this year on Friday, 15th June 2007, from 3.45pm-5.30pm. Thank you to those of you who have already sent in offers of help. This event always needs a lot of preparation beforehand and extra help on the day is always appreciated. The more help we can get, the bigger the Fayre! If you think you can help in any way, please contact school. After the holidays, we will be asking for donations to the stalls. i.e. books, dvd’s, games, etc. if you would like donate anything.
Summer Fayre MUFTI
We will be holding a MUFTI (non-uniform day) on the last day of term next Friday. Instead of the usual “fee” we would like the children to bring in an item for the Toiletries’ Stall eg shampoo, bubble bath/shower gel, etc. Thank you.
Road Safety
Please be aware that there will be no “Lollipop” lady on Wigan Road at least for the next 4 weeks and indefinitely after that time. Please use the Pelican Crossing safely.
Newsletter
25th May 2007
Vision/Mission statement
There has been a limited response so far! This is your chance to have a say in the Vision of the school
Following several meetings with the governors and the working party we would like to present you with the near final draft (below). Could you let us know if you have a favourite ‘Motto’ ( 5 choices) and if you have any further comments generally.
Vision – 5 statements for parents and pupils to feedback on:-
1. Learning is a passport for life, enjoy.
2. The harder I try the more I will succeed.
3. We try, we learn, we succeed.
4. The day I try is the day I succeed.
5. If I try hard everyday, success will surely come my way.
Mission Statement
“Our mission is to create a safe, healthy, caring and happy environment where everybody is respected and valued. We aim to achieve excellence where everyone reaches their potential today and in the future.”
Values
Love, honesty, compassion, forgiveness, politeness, respect, determination and co-operation.
Attendance
The attendance trophy this week goes to Mrs Robert's Class (Y2W) with 98.6% and Mrs Quinn’s Class (Y6R) with 99.7%. Congratulations to each class.
Sports Days – final arrangements
Reception , Y1, Y2, & Y3 are having a Pirate Sports Day at 9.30am Tuesday 5 June ( parents are welcome but there is a no alcohol and no smoking policy). Pupils should wear PE kit as usual but sensible accessories are allowed eg bandanas NO SWORDS, CUTLASSES ETC
Y4 & Y5 are having a teams game Sports Day at 9.30am Thursday 7 June (parents welcome as above) and Y6 are also having team games at 1.45pm on Thursday 7 June – this gives us more space to run the events and means parents have more opportunities to see their children. Please ensure that your child has their full PE kit in school every day after half term for both Sports Days and sports day practise.
Road Safety
Please be aware that there will be no “Lollipop” lady on Wigan Road at least for the next 4 weeks and indefinitely after that time. Please use the Pelican Crossing safely.
Wigan Athletic Media Bus
Miss Gwilliam's class enjoyed a full day in the media bus and had a great time learning about the Three Sisters Environment project. The children researched the topic and created a radio script and pod cast. Thank you to the children for being so well behaved and polite when interviewing Councillor Nigel Ash.
Goodbye Mrs Sutton!
Mrs Sutton retired today after 12 years dedicated service to the school as a Welfare Assistant. Prior to that Mrs Sutton had worked in the kitchen for a number of years too. We are sad to say goodbye but we wish Mrs Sutton a long and happy retirement.
Byrchall Outdoor Education Tournament
Our Year 6 enjoyed a full day of Outdoor Education activities at Bychall High School on Wednesday. The children had a fantastic time and their behaviour was exemplary.
Year 5 Hockey Tournament at JJB
Ten of our Year 5 children represented Nicol Mere in a hockey tournament on Monday at the JJB. Despite their great efforts they didn't win but we are proud of their team efforts. Well done everyone!
NUT FREE SCHOOL
Nicol Mere has been a nut free school for a number of years now to protect the growing number of children with nut allergies. However we have had children with peanut butter sandwiches and snickers bars in school this week. Please support us by not sending in any food containing nuts.
Summer Fayre
The Summer Fayre will go ahead as planned this year on Friday, 15th June 2007, from 3.45pm-5.30pm. We have been very fortunate to get a Member of Parliament to attend this year – the Right Honorable Ian McCartney has agreed to open the Fayre. If you think you can help in any way and you have not yet done so, please contact school to let us know. After the holidays, we will give you a date of when you will be able to bring in your kind donations for the stalls, i.e. books, cd’s, dvd’s, toys/games, etc.
Summer Fayre MUFTI
Thanks for your donations of items for the Toiletries’ Stall which were sent in today.
Holidays
Have a safe and happy holiday. School starts again on Monday, 4th June 2007.
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