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    • Weekly reminders for week beginning 2nd March 2026

      Published 27/02/26
      It was lovely to welcome the community back to school last week and to hear about everyone's holiday.
       
      We hope the children enjoyed 'We are...' Week and they came home inspired. Thank you also  for the support you showed for Amazing Attendance and Perfect Punctuality Week - well done everyone!
       
      After a very busy week we have a slightly quieter week ahead.

       
      World Book Day
      We have lots of exciting things arranged for World Book Day on Thursday. As per the information sent out, children are invited to come to school dressed as a book character or in their pyjamas on this day to help celebrate World Book Day. If you child does not want to dress up they will need to come to school in uniform. We also look forward to welcoming you into school, when you drop the children of in the morning, to read with them.  Please see the information that came out on Dojo for further details of the day.
       
      Sport
      Good luck to the Year 3 and 4 Football Team who take part in a borough competition on Wednesday.
       
      Things to be aware of
      World Book Day £1 Vouchers
      We have received World Book Day vouchers for all the children at school. These vouchers give children £1 off a book and are accepted at all participating book shops. They may also be used at the book fair at school in March. The Book Fair will be in school and open to you all on 19th, 23rd and 24th March.
       
      Letters that went out week before half term:
      The following letters went out the week before half term:
      Let's Locate Workshop (Year 4)
      Barbican Trip (Year 4)
      Frameless Trip (Year 5)
      Science Subject Newsletter
      February Newsletter
      World Book Day Information
      Letter from the Police 
       
      Have a good week everyone.
      #ourclockhousefamily
      Mrs Savidge
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    • Weekly reminders for week beginning 23rd February 2026

      Published 20/02/26

      Welcome back to the new half term everyone!

      We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school tomorrow (Monday 23rd February). We hope that you all had a lovely holiday and are ready and raring to go for the new term ahead!
       
      Please remember that learning starts as soon as the children arrive and everyone needs to be in school by 8.55am. Doors open at 8.45am and teachers are available from then. We really need to improve our attendance this term so please help us out by ensuring that children are in school everyday and on time unless it really is unavoidable!
       
      'We are...' Week
      We have a busy but exciting week with all the children taking part in our annual 'We are...' Week.  Throughout the week the children will be doing lots of different things to inspire them about their futures. We have lots and lots of visitors coming in as well. 
       
      Amazing Attendance and Perfect Punctuality
      This week is our termly focus Attendance and Punctuality Week. Please make every effort to ensure that your child is in school everyday and on time! We really do need to work together to improve the children's attendance across the school and need your help to do so. Together we CAN DO IT! Look out for the daily updates! Who will win the top prize?
       
      Year 1
      Year 1 are looking forward to their Great Fire of London experience on Tuesday. Please ensure contributions have been sent in by Monday. Thank you in advance.
       
      Letters that went out week before half term:
      The following letters went out the week before half term:
      Languages Subject Newsletter
      We Are... Week
      What are we learning next half term (Nursery, Reception, Year 1, Year 2)
      PSHE (Year 2)
       
      Look out for the February Newsletter coming out this week.
       
      Have a good week everyone.
      #ourclockhousefamily
      Mrs Savidge
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    • Weekly reminders for week beginning 9th February 2026

      Published 06/02/26
      Thank you for your support in all we are trying to achieve.
       
      As the last week of the half term approaches, it is full steam ahead at Clockhouse!
       
      EYFS
      The children in Nursery and Reception are very excited about welcoming the Zoo to Clockhouse on Friday. This is to support their current learning. If you have any concerns please speak to your child's class teacher.
       
      Year 5
      We look forward to welcoming our Year 5 parents / carers on Thursday for Learn with my Child at 9.10am - 10.10am. Please come for as little or as much as you can. As with the other year groups, regrettably we are unable to accommodate younger siblings at these events.
       
      The final meeting for the Condover Hall residential visit is taking place on Wednesday at 5pm. This will be in the Key Stage 2 hall.
       
      Year 6
      We look forward to welcoming our Year 6 parents / carers on Tuesday for Learn with my Child at 9.10am - 10.10am. Please come for as little or as much as you can. As with the other year groups, regrettably we are unable to accommodate younger siblings at these events.
       
      Mental Health Week.
      As you may already know this week is National Mental Health Week. With a considerable rise in the number of children and young people affected by mental health, this is an event close to the school’s heart. To show our support for this, throughout the week the children will be taking part in various assemblies and activities. There will also be a daily post on Class Dojo and Social Media for you all - watch this space! There will also be activities for the children to get involved in at lunchtime in Tuesday.
       
      Special Dinner Day
      There is a Special Dessert Day on Thursday. The menu was sent out on Friday.
       
      Things to be aware of
      It is hard to believe that we finish school for the half term on Friday (13th February) and return to school on Monday 23rd February. We hope you all have a great holiday!
       
      Letters that went out last week:
      The following letters went out last week:
      Early Years Newsletter
      Natural History Museum Trip (Year 3)
      Learn with my Child (Year 5)
      Learn with my Child (Year 6)
      Booster Lessons (Year 6)
       
      Have a good week everyone!
      #ourclockhousefamily
      Mrs Savidge
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    • Weekly reminders for week beginning 2nd February 2026

      Published 30/01/26
      Thank you for your on-going support in all that we do. Another good week was had at Clockhouse last week and the children continue to work as hard as they can each and every day. As another week approaches, it is full steam ahead at Clockhouse!
       
      Nursery
      We are very much looking forward to welcoming Nursery parents into school on Tuesday and Wednesday for Learn with My Child. Please speak to the Nursery Team if you are not sure which day to attend. 
       
      Year 2
      We look forward to welcoming our Year 2 parents / carers for Learn with my Child on Thursday morning at 9.10am - 10.10am. Please come for as little or as much as you can. As with the other year groups, regrettably we are unable to accommodate younger siblings at these events.
       
      Year 5
      Year 5 have their Space Workshop on Wednesday. Thank you to all those who have already paid for this. If you have not done so, please do so by the end of the day on Monday.
       
      Year 6 
      Year 6 will be taking part in their next round Mock SATs test this week, please do support them and make sure they get plenty of rest so that they can do their best. This is to help the children prepare for their tests in May as well as to help to inform learning and teaching.
       
      Sport
      Good luck to the Year 3 and 4 Girls Football Team who take part in the Borough competition on Wednesday. 
       
      Things to be aware of
      It is hard to believe that it is nearly half term. We finish school on Friday 13th February and return to school on Monday 23rd February. 
       
      Please be aware there will be no attendance update again this week due to us changing systems - back to normal next week!
       
      Letters that went out last week:
      The following letters went out last week:
      Learn with my Child (Year 2)
      January Newsletter
       
      Have a good week everyone!
      #ourclockhousefamily
      Mrs Savidge
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    • Weekly reminders for week beginning 26th January 2026

      Published 23/01/26
      Another good week was had a Clockhouse last week and as always we thank you for the support you give us with all that we do at all times! 
       
      All our visitors were certainly impressed with what they saw and our children were nothing short of amazing - as always! In fact many of the visitors said they are 'incredible'. 
       
      Reception
      We look forward to welcoming our Reception parents for Learn with my Child on Wednesday and Thursday (please check with teachers if you are not sure which day you are due to come). As with the other year groups, regrettably we are unable to accommodate younger siblings at these events.
       
      Year 1
      Year 1 are off to the Discovery Centre at Stratford on Thursday. Please ensure that consent forms etc. are returned by Monday at the latest if you have not done so already.
       
      Year 5 and 6
      Years 5 and 6 will be taking part in a Road Safety Workshop on Wednesday afternoon. Please do talk to the children about this when they come home. 
       
      OCA (Our Clockhouse Association)
      OCA are also busy planning their Spring and Summer events. If you would like to join the OCA Team at any point, please speak to Mr Koten or let the office know who will pass a message to him.
       
      Things to be aware of
      Please remember that all up and coming trips etc. can be paid on Parent Pay or via the school office. Please remember that you can also pay by card at the school office. We really do value and need your contributions for such events to go ahead. Thank you in advance.
       
      Please be aware there will be know attendance update this week due to us changing systems.
       
      Letters that went out last week:
      The following letters went out last week:
      Learn with my Child (Nursery)
      Learn with my Child (Reception)
      Great Fire of London Workshop (Year 1)
      Times Tables (Year 4)
      Children presenting as unwell
       
      Keep an eye out for the January Newsletter!

      Have a good week everyone!
      #ourclockhousefamily
      Mrs Savidge
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    • Weekly reminders for week beginning 19th January 2026

      Published 16/01/26
      Another good week was had at Clockhouse last week and as always we thank you for the support you give us with all that we do! 
       
      Thank you for all those who supported us and had the special dinner on Thursday. We hope the children enjoyed it!
       
      We are very much looking forward to welcoming lots of visitors to Clockhouse this week who would like to see all the fabulous things that we do.
       
      Super STEM Week
      We are very excited that we have our first Super STEM Week. During this week the children will be engaging in lots of exciting and engaging learning based on Maths, Computing, Design and Technology and Science. As per the letter, do not forget that Monday is a dress up day. This week aims to deepen the children's understanding is to deepen the children's understanding of this area of the curriculum as week as excite her. 
       
      Governor Day
      Our Governors will be in school on Wednesday and will be in the playground at the start and end of the day, please do take the time to speak to them should you wish to.
       
      Exciting Times for Clockhouse
      We have a number of Headteachers and Senior Leaders from all over the country visiting the school on Friday to learn about what we do. We cannot wait to showcase our wonderful school!
       
      Year 1
      We look forward to welcoming our Year 1 parents / carers for Learn with my Child on Tuesday morning at 9.10am - 10.10am. Please come for as little or as much as you can. As with the other year groups, regrettably we are unable to accommodate younger siblings at these events.
       
      Year 4 
      The last class will be taking part in a 'Best Buddies' workshop run by HEST on Tuesday. 
       
      Year 6
      Please remember that Year 6 are off to Gunpowder Mill on Tuesday, please ensure consent forms and your voluntary contribution are returned first thing on Monday if you have not done so already.
       
      Choir
      Good luck to the Choir who are off to the O2 on Thursday to take part in the Young Voices event.
       
      Is your child, or a child you know due to start Nursery in September 2026
      We are looking forward to welcoming prospective parents / carers into school on Thursday at 10.00am. Please call the school to book this or a tour later in the term. 
       
      Letters that went out last week:
      The following letters went out last week:
      We Are... Week - request for help
      You Told Us...
      Learn with my Child (Year 1)
      Leavers Hoodies (Year 6) 
      Brighton Trip - Dietry Requirements (Year 6)
       
      Have a good week everyone!
      #ourclockhousefamily
      Mrs Savidge
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    • Weekly reminders for week beginning 12th January 2026

      Published 09/01/26
      It was lovely to welcome everyone back to school last week and hear all about their holiday. It was certainly business as usual and the children were quick and eager to get on with their learning.
       
      As requested last week, please ensure the children come to school with all the necessary equipment they require - water bottles, coats, reading books and diaries and anything else they need. Please can we also remind you of the importance of full school uniform / PE uniform and that this along with coats are clearly named. 
       
      Year 4 
      Two of the three classes with be taking part in a 'Best Buddies' workshop run by HEST on Tuesday. The other class with have their workshop in the coming weeks.
       
      Year 1, 2, 3 and 4
      Years 1, 2, 3 and 4 will be taking part in a Road Safety Workshop on Thursday afternoon. Please do talk to the children about this when they come home. 
       
      Clubs
      Please remember that all clubs resume this week. Look out for letters regarding some new clubs coming.
       
      Special Dinner for all
      On Thursday we have the first special dinner day of 2026. It would be really good to get as many people as possible having dinner on Thursday as this determines some of our schools funding. We really do appreciate your help in this matter. A copy of the menu was shared on Friday.
       
      Dentist Checks
      The dental team will be in school on Thursday to carry out the dental checks for children in Reception and Year 1.
       
      Is your child, or a child you know due to start Reception in September 2026?
      Please remember that applications for Reception 2026 need to be submitted by 15th January. Even if you child attends our Nursery you MUST still apply. If they have an older sibling in the school, please ensure you make this claim as well. This is done through the Local Authority website.
       
      Things to be aware of
      Our Governors will be in school on 21st January and will be in the playground at the start of the day, please do take the time to speak to them should you wish to.
       
      Letters that went out before the holiday:
      The following letters went out last week:
      Super STEM Week
      Discovery Centre Visit (Year 1)
      Astronomy Roadshow (Year 5)
      Gunpowder Mills Visit (Year 6)
       
      Have a good week everyone!
      #ourclockhousefamily
      Mrs Savidge
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    • Weekly reminders for the week beginning 5th January 2026

      Published 02/01/26

      Happy New Year everyone!

       
      We all hope that you have had a fantastic Christmas and that 2026 has got off to a good start for you all! On behalf of all the staff a huge thank you for all the lovely cards and gifts we received prior to the Christmas break. It really was so appreciated.
       
      We are very much looking forward to seeing everyone bright and early on Monday and to hear about holidays and adventures. Please ensure that all the children return to school with all the necessary equipment they require - water bottles, coats, reading books and diaries and anything else they need. Please can we also remind you of the importance of full school uniform / PE uniform and that this along with coats are clearly named. PE will start again from Monday.
       
      Year 2
      Year 2 are looking forward to their Florence Nightingale experience on Thursday. Please ensure contributions have been sent in by Monday. Thank you in advance.
       
      Year 5 
      Year 5 have their Chocolate Workshop on Wednesday. Thank you to all those who have already paid for this. If you have not done so, please do so by the end of the day on Tuesday.
       
      Clubs
      Please remember that there are no clubs this week, these will resume next Monday with the exception of Rise So You Shine, which will be back tomorrow.
      Is your child, or a child you know due to start Reception in September 2026
      We are looking forward to welcoming prospective parents / carers into school on Thursday 10.00am and 4.00pm. Please call the school to book this or a tour later in the term.
       
      Letters that went out before the holiday:
      The following letters went out the week before the holiday:
      Clockhouse Matters
      December Newsletter
      What are we learning this term?
      Florence Nightingale Workshop (Year 2)
      Chocolate Workshop (Year 3)
       
      We all look forward to working with each and every one of you in 2026!
       
      Here is to another successful year at Clockhouse Primary!
       
      Have a good week everyone.
      #ourclockhousefamily
      Mrs Savidge
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    • Weekly reminders for the week beginning 15th December 2025

      Published 14/12/25
      And just like that we are in the final week of the term, how is that even possible. What a term is has been! I am sure you will agree that it has been a successful time at Clockhouse for so many different reasons.  I cannot thank each and everyone of you enough for the part you have played in this and for your on-going support and kindness.
       
      Last week in school we continued to try to give the children a fantastic Christmas experience. We hope you are enjoying the Peter Rabbit story so far. If you attended concerts last week, we hope you enjoyed them as much as we did and thank you being so good at adhering to the rules - it really is appreciated.
       
      Key Stage 2 Concerts
      This week sees the Year 3 and 4 concert and the Year 5 and 6 Carol Concert. The dates are as follows:
      15th December                 Year 3 and 4 Concert  - 9.30am (Brazil, Uganda, Kenya)
      15th December                 Year 3 and 4 Concert  - 2.30pm (Argentina  / Peru / South Africa)
      16th December                 Year 5 and 6 Carol Service - 2.15pm / 7.00pm

      Please remember that younger siblings are not permitted to attend concerts.
       
      Year 2 
      Year 2 are very much looking forward to their Polar Express Day on Thursday.
       
      Year 6
      Year 6 are off to the Twist Museum on Monday. Please ensure that consent forms are returned by Monday morning at the latest if you have not done so already.
       
      Parties
      Friday is non-uniform day and Christmas parties for children from Reception to Year 6. This is on Thursday for Nursery children.

      Rumour has it that there is special visitor coming to see us at some point during the week as well.
       
      Is your child, or a child you know due to start Reception in September 2026
      We are looking forward to welcoming prospective parents / carers into school on Thursday 10.00am. Please call the school to book this or a tour later in the term.
       
      Letters that went out last week:
      The following letters went out last week:
      Christmas Parties
       
      Look out for the December Newsletter coming out this week also.
       
      All that leaves me to do is wish you a very Happy Christmas from us all. We finish school on Friday (normal time) and we look forward to seeing you all back after the festive fun on Monday 5th January. 
       
      Have a good week everyone!
      #ourclockhousefamily
      Mrs Savidge
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    • Weekly reminders for the week beginning 8th December 2025

      Published 05/12/25
      Well, it is almost impossible to believe that we are in the penultimate week of this term. What a term is has been! I am sure you will agree that it has been a successful time at Clockhouse for so many different reasons.  I cannot thank each and everyone of you enough for the part you have played in this and for your on-going support and kindness.
       
      Last week in school we continued to try to give the children a fantastic Christmas experience. We hope you have enjoyed our annual Christmas Story so far. 
       
      The Christmas Concerts start this week. The dates are as follows:
      8th December   Concert Dress Rehearsal - 9.30am  (Mexico / Spain / Scotland)
      8th December   Concert Dress Rehearsal – 2.30pm (USA / France / Northern Ireland)
      9th December   Concert Dress Rehearsal – 9.30am  (Canada / Italy / Wales)
      9th December   Nursery Christmas Concert @ 2.30pm 
      10th December   Nursery Christmas Concert @ 9.15am
      10th December   KS1 Concert - 2.30pm (Mexico / Spain / Scotland)
      11th December   KS1 Concert  - 9.30am (USA / France / Northern Ireland)
      11th December   KS1 Concert  - 2.30pm (Canada / Italy / Wales)
      12th December   Concert Dress Rehearsal – am – Year 3 and Year 4
       
      Please remember that younger siblings are not permitted to attend main concerts. Please attend the dress rehearsal if you do need to bring younger siblings.

      We are all looking forward to seeing you at the concerts and we hope we help you to get into the festive spirit!
       
      Year 2 and 3
      Year 2 (Friday) and Year 3 (Monday) are off to the church in Clockhouse Lane. Please ensure permission slips are returned by Monday if you have not done already. 
       
      Year 5 and 6 
      Year 5 and 6 are off to the Christmas Performance at Bower Park on Tuesday morning. Please ensure permission slips are returned by Monday if you have not done already. 
       
      Christmas Friday
      Friday is Christmas Jumper Day. The children do not need to come to school in uniform, Christmas Jumpers and appropriate bottoms. This is also Christmas Dinner Day, the children will just need to order this as normal in the morning when they come to school.
       
      Our Clockhouse Association (OCA) - Festive Sale
      Following previous successes, OCA will be holding their first Festive sale on Friday during school time. All gifts will be £1.50. If you wish for your child to purchase a small gift please send them to school with a maximum of £3.00 so that they can purchase a gift.
       
      Things to be aware of
      We finish school for Christmas on Friday 19th December. We return to school Monday 6th January 2026.
       
      Letters that went out last week:
      The following letters went out last week:
      Smoking on site and outside the gates
      Church Visit (Year 2 and 3)
       
      Have a good week everyone!
      #ourclockhousefamily
      Mrs Savidge
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    • Weekly reminders for the week beginning 1st December 2025

      Published 28/11/25
      Well Christmas officially hit Clockhouse last week. The children enjoyed decorating the school. I am sure you will agree from the pictures, it certainly looks very Christmassy! 
       
      On Monday we will launch the first part of our Christmas Story, please look out for this and share with your children.
      This week, in school we will continue to try to give the children a fantastic Christmas experience. 
       
      Reception - Year 6
      Please remember that the nurses are back on Thursday to complete any flu immunisations that were missed previously.
       
      Year 2 
      Year 2 are off to Colchester Zoo on Monday. If you have not yet sent in money and consent forms please ensure this is done first thing Monday morning.
       
      Year 5
      Year 5 are off to The Queens Theatre on Wednesday (China and India) and Thursday (Japan) to watch the Pantomime. Please ensure money and consent forms are sent in by Tuesday if you have not done so already.
       
      OCA (Our Clockhouse Association)
      We are very excited that OCA Festive Disco will be going ahead after school on Wednesday. It is not too late to get tickets if you have not got these already
       
      Cake Sale
      Friday sees our Christmas Fundraising Day and the annual Cake Sale. Please send any cakes into school either on or before Friday as well as giving the children a small amount to buy some cakes!
       
      Is your child, or a child you know due to start Nursery in September 2026
      We are looking forward to welcoming prospective parents / carers into school on Thursday 10.00am and 4.00pm. Please call the school to book this or a tour later in the term. 
       
      Sport
      Good luck to the Year 5 and 6 Indoor Athletics Team who take part in the borough competition on Thursday.
       
      Things to be aware of
      With Christmas Concerts starting next week, please remember that younger siblings are not permitted to attend main concerts (with the exception of Nursery). Please attend the dress rehearsal if you do need to bring younger siblings.
      We finish school for Christmas on Friday 19th December. We return to school Monday 5th January 2023.
       
      Letters that went out last week:
      The following letters went out last week:
      Christmas Concert Dates
      Concerts
      November Newsletter
      Cake Sale
      Times Changes (Nursery All Day)
      Polar Express Day (Year 2)
      Carol Concert (Year 5 and Year 6)
       
      Have a good week everyone!
      #ourclockhousefamily
      Mrs Savidgev
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    • Weekly reminders for the week beginning 24th November 2025

      Published 21/11/25
      As you know last week was a slightly quieter week at Clockhouse but this week, as we move further through the term and with December getting nearer, we are looking forward to really getting into Christmas at Clockhouse! 
       
      Our Clockhouse Christmas
      We are very excited to officially launch Our Clockhouse Christmas on Friday.
      On Friday, the children will be spending some time transforming their classrooms and the whole school into Christmas. We want to go even bigger and better than last year. As always this is where you come in. If you have any spare decorations that you would be willing to donate to us, we really would be most grateful. Please either give these to class teachers or hand to the main school office. Thank you in advance.
      Each week, up until Christmas, we have lots of lovely things planned which will be integrated into the children's learning. We hope this will ensure that the children have the best time possible in the lead up to the big day.
       
      Nursery
      We are very much looking forward to welcoming Nursery parents into school on Wednesday and Thursday for Learn with My Child. Please speak to the Nursery Team if you are not sure which day to attend. 
       
      Year 1
      Year 1 are off to Thorndon Country Park on Thursday to look for the Gruffalo. We are sure they will have a great time. If you have not paid for the trip or handed the consent form in, please do so by Monday at the latest.
       
      Year 5 and 6
      There is Bikeability for Year 5 and 6 happening this week if you signed your child up for this.
      Look out for the November Newsletter which will be coming out this week.
       
      Things to be aware of
      Christmas Jumper Day and Christmas Dinner will be on Friday 12th December. This is also Christmas Dinner Day.
       
      Letters that went out last week:
      The following letters went out last week:
      Learn with my Child (Nursery)
      Twist Museum Trip (Year 6)
      Christmas Information
       
      Have a good week everyone!
      #ourclockhousefamily
      Mrs Savidge
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