19th January 2024
Dear Parents
There has been a definite nip in the air this week but hopefully the temperature will increase as predicted. Thankfully it looks like we have dodged the snow.
Highlight of the week
This week's highlight is a personal one. On Wednesday afternoon myself, Mrs V, Mrs Ross and two parents took Milne class to Sir John Lawes to learn how to work with clay and use their art department.
This will be a regular Wednesday journey to support their art topic of 'Dragon's Eyes.' It was so lovely to see the children getting to grips with the clay and facilities. I even received a hug from a previous Year 6 child who was in the next door textile class. Sadly, we were so involved I forgot to take photos! Watch this space however! If there are any parents who have a secret skill with clay and who are DBS checked let me know as many hands make light work.
Reading Workshop
On Monday, Mrs Withers and Mrs Watson met with Reception and Year One parents to discuss how to support with reading and to go over our new reading process. We have been very lucky to have been given lots of support to enhance our teaching of reading and ensure all of our children are getting high quality consistent teaching. For those parents who were unable to attend, please click here to access the power point from the meeting. Any questions, please speak with your child's class teacher.
Survey Results
Many thanks to those parents who completed our parent questionnaire back in November 2023.
We have taken time to analyse the survey results carefully and build in your views when planning our School Development Plan. We have looked closely at the questionnaire and comments which were received (91 parent replies). Overall, there was a very positive response, with many respondents expressing support for the school through their answers and comments given in the comments box. The results will be discussed at our next Governor's meeting.
| Parent replies | |
| My child is happy at school | 98% |
| My child feels safe at this school | 99% |
| The school makes sure children are well behaved | 99% |
| The school supports my child's wider development | 98% |
Parents' Evening
This event went live on Monday, 15th January 2024 at 5.00pm. If you have yet to book your space please do so quickly as parents' evening at Harpenden Academy is always well supported so times run out quite quickly.
Holiday Dates
Holiday dates for next academic year will be appearing shortly on the school website. We will alert you as to when they are live.
Happy birthday this week to: Sebastian, Jessica and Olivia
LOVE 2 LAUGH STAND UP COMEDY NIGHT & DISCO
Back once again this year, is our Stand-up Comedy Night & Disco. By far the BEST social night at Harpenden Academy for staff, parents, carers, family & friends!
Expect to laugh, enjoy some light nibbles, grab a drink (or more) from our bar & dance the night away! This year we welcome comedic headliners: Ian Stone & Ninia Benjamin, DJ services provided by Craig of Perfect Personalised Parties, a bar operated by our very own Platform Wines & raffle featuring prizes donated from HA business owners & within the local community (class reps will share more about the raffle). So...grab your partner and/or a group of friends & get ready for this epic night at HA! Tickets: https://www.foha.co.uk/fohashop/p/comedy
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