Year 5 have thoroughly enjoyed writing their Christmas stories for Reception. Each child in Y5 writes a story that is dedicated to a specific child in Reception. The Children love writing for their new ‘friends’, sharing their books with them and chatting to them about what they would like from Santa!
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| Friday Carols on the Yard – 15.12.21 |
| Dear all,
Carols on the Yard – Years 3, 4, 5 & 6 The end of term is upon us and as we stated in our last newsletter, we would like to give a little flavour of the school productions this year. The following will take place on Friday 17th December. The children will sing a song or two for parents. Please can adults wear masks even though we are outside.
What happens after? If you are attending the 2:45 event, also have a child in KS1 or Early Years (Nursery, Reception or years 1 – 2) and would like to take them early then please complete the Google form below to let us know and have them ready for you. Please collect from the main office. https://forms.gle/MajPa2L6Xdb4RH4bA If you are attending the 3:05 events, then we ask you to collect your other children at their normal time. What will it look like? The children will be in their classes as shown below. Please stand opposite your child’s class. You will then be able to take your child after they have sung. If no one is there for your child, then they will return into school and will leave at their normal time. Photos and Videos Please feel free to capture this, but we must ask that no content containing other children is posted onto social media. Many thanks  |
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| Thursday Carols on the Yard – 15.12.21 |
| Dear all,
Carols on the Yard – Early Years/Year1/Year2 The end of term is upon us and as we stated in our last newsletter, we would like to give a little flavour of the school productions this year. The following will take place on Thursday 16th December. The children will sing a song or two for parents. Please can adults wear masks even though we are outside.
What happens after? If you are attending the 2:30 or 2:45 event, also have a child in KS2 (years 3 – 6) and would like to take them early then please complete the Google form below to let us know and have them ready for you. Please collect from the main office. https://forms.gle/n2VKCJmTDGy7mT23A If you are attending the 11:10 or 3:05 events, then we ask you to collect your other children at their normal time. What will it look like? The children will be in their classes as shown below. Please stand opposite your child’s class. You will then be able to take your child after they have sung. If no one is there for your child, then they will return into school and will leave at their normal time. Photos and Videos Please feel free to capture this, but we must ask that no content containing other children is posted onto social media. Many thanks
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| Parent Christmas Hamper Raffle – 14.12.21 |
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Dear all,
We have a lovely hamper for one lucky person to win!
Tickets cost £1 each and can be bought via Parent Pay. If you wish to purchase more than one entry then add on additional funds 2 entries = £2 etc.
Funds will support school projects which benefit the children directly.
Entries close at the end of Thursday 16th and it will be drawn on Friday 17th December.
You could be winning…
 Good luck!
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| Warn & Inform Year 5 – 13.12.21 |
| Dear Parents,
We have been advised that there has been a confirmed case of COVID-19 within Year 5 from 5PM Mr Mackay’s class. NHS test and trace have been in contact with individuals who have been identified as a close contact to let them know if they are legally required to self-isolate, and to provide further advice. The school remains open and your child should continue to attend as normal if they remain well. Please be reassured that for most people, coronavirus (COVID-19) will be a mild illness. What to do if your child develops symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) or tests positive for COVID-19 The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are recent onset of:
If your child does develop symptoms, they should get a PCR test and remain at home at least until the result is known. Get a free PCR test to check if you have coronavirus (COVID-19) – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). if positive, the child should isolate until at least 10 days after their symptoms appeared. If you are concerned about your child’s symptoms, you can seek advice from NHS 111 at https://111.nhs.uk/ or by phoning 111. If your child has a positive test result but does not have symptoms they should stay at home and self-isolate for 10 days from the date the positive test was taken. This isolation period will be extended if they go on to develop symptoms by counting 10 full days from the day following their symptom onset Instructions for people who live in the same household as someone with COVID-19 From 16 August, you will not be required to self-isolate if you are a contact of someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 and any of the following apply:
NHS Test and Trace will contact you to let you know that you have been identified as a contact and check whether you are legally required to self-isolate. Even if you do not have symptoms, you will be advised to have a PCR test as soon as possible. Even if you are vaccinated, you can still be infected with COVID-19 and pass it on to others. If you are identified as a contact of someone with COVID-19 but you are not required to self-isolate, you can help protect others by
You should follow this advice while the person in your household with COVID-19 is self-isolating. Those who are clinically extremely vulnerable should be supported to minimise their contact with other people in the household during this period, regardless of whether others have symptoms or not. You may be eligible for a Test and Trace Support Payment or other help. Please visit https://www.southtyneside.gov.uk/article/70840/Test-and-Trace-Support-Payment for more details. |
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| Web: www.mortimerprimary.co.uk |
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| Warn & Inform Year 2 – 13.12.21 |
| Dear Parents,
We have been advised that there has been a confirmed case of COVID-19 within Year 2 from 2SK Mrs Keighery’s class. NHS test and trace have been in contact with individuals who have been identified as a close contact to let them know if they are legally required to self-isolate, and to provide further advice. The school remains open and your child should continue to attend as normal if they remain well. Please be reassured that for most people, coronavirus (COVID-19) will be a mild illness. What to do if your child develops symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) or tests positive for COVID-19 The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are recent onset of:
If your child does develop symptoms, they should get a PCR test and remain at home at least until the result is known. Get a free PCR test to check if you have coronavirus (COVID-19) – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). if positive, the child should isolate until at least 10 days after their symptoms appeared. If you are concerned about your child’s symptoms, you can seek advice from NHS 111 at https://111.nhs.uk/ or by phoning 111. If your child has a positive test result but does not have symptoms they should stay at home and self-isolate for 10 days from the date the positive test was taken. This isolation period will be extended if they go on to develop symptoms by counting 10 full days from the day following their symptom onset Instructions for people who live in the same household as someone with COVID-19 From 16 August, you will not be required to self-isolate if you are a contact of someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 and any of the following apply:
NHS Test and Trace will contact you to let you know that you have been identified as a contact and check whether you are legally required to self-isolate. Even if you do not have symptoms, you will be advised to have a PCR test as soon as possible. Even if you are vaccinated, you can still be infected with COVID-19 and pass it on to others. If you are identified as a contact of someone with COVID-19 but you are not required to self-isolate, you can help protect others by
You should follow this advice while the person in your household with COVID-19 is self-isolating. Those who are clinically extremely vulnerable should be supported to minimise their contact with other people in the household during this period, regardless of whether others have symptoms or not. You may be eligible for a Test and Trace Support Payment or other help. Please visit https://www.southtyneside.gov.uk/article/70840/Test-and-Trace-Support-Payment for more details. |
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| Web: www.mortimerprimary.co.uk |
Peer network
Please see the flyer for the LGBT+ session that we have booked for parents/carers to have the opportunity to learn more about the service offer in South Tyneside.
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| Latest News at Mortimer – 10.12.21 |
| Dear parents/carers,
It’s extremely busy in school at present, as we work towards the end of term. Parties are in full swing and the school is looking very festive. It was lovely that so many of you were able to join the Christmas Walk Around evenings and we appreciated the positive feedback. There is a lot to get through, so here we go…
We know it’s been difficult not seeing the Christmas performances 1st hand, so next week we would like to offer a chance to see your children perform a song or two…just for you the parents. On Thursday and Friday next week we are inviting parents to an outside performance of some of the songs from their festive production. Thursday 16th December
Friday 17th December
The weather looks good to sing outside and children will be able to leave with their parent after. Any child without a parent will remain in school until the normal time. We will share a few more practical details next week.
All festive productions, which we have recorded, will be shared via email once they have been edited.
The panto will now go ahead on Tuesday 14th. Magic Andrew will now perform on Friday 17th.
Tickets can be bought via Parent Pay. £1 a ticket. This will be drawn on Thursday morning.
A request from early years (Nursery & Reception) if you have any spare pairs of socks for this age range. Wet, cold feet are never nice!
Call 0191 4028179 should your child need an alternative flu vaccine due to the porcine gelatine ingredient.
Saturday 18 December to Sunday 2 January You can now enrol your child in a free holiday club programme over the winter. There are free places available for children and young people in South Tyneside who are eligible for benefits related free school meals, where they can enjoy a variety of creative and physical activities, alongside a nutritious meal every day. Sessions include sports, arts, crafts and more! Activities cater for children aged 5 to 16 and take place across the winter holiday. All events are subject to availability. Those taking part are asked to observe Covid advice, wear a face mask if age appropriate and take a lateral flow test before attending. Anyone who is feeling unwell or symptomatic should stay at home. Booking is essential. Activities and food are funded by the Department for Education. Visit www.southtyneside.gov.uk/holidayclub
Please see the flyer for the LGBT+ session that we have booked for parents/carers to have the opportunity to learn more about the service offer in South Tyneside.
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Have a great weekend!
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| Winter Holiday Club – 9.12.21 |
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Dear all,
Bliss=Ability are working with South Tyneside Council to deliver the Holidays and Activities Fund Programme and to bring you the Winter Holiday Club. Free places are available for children and young people aged between 5-16 (parents must stay with the children under the age of 8) who are eligible for benefit-related free school meals or in financial hardship. A place must be booked prior to attending. The activities are being delivered at Chuter Ede Community Association, Galsworthy Road, South Shields and are from 18th – 23rd December. All sessions are 10.00 – 3.00 pm, a free packed lunch will be provided. Activities offered are various sports, arts & crafts and board games. Please don’t show up without booking! Please contact Angela Dunn on 0191 4271666 to book a place or email [email protected]
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| Warn & Inform COVID19 – 7.12.21 |
| Dear Parents,
We have been advised that there has been a confirmed case of COVID-19 within Year 3 from 3JG Mrs Grant’s class. NHS test and trace have been in contact with individuals who have been identified as a close contact to let them know if they are legally required to self-isolate, and to provide further advice. The school remains open and your child should continue to attend as normal if they remain well. Please be reassured that for most people, coronavirus (COVID-19) will be a mild illness. What to do if your child develops symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) or tests positive for COVID-19 The most common symptoms of COVID-19 are recent onset of:
If your child does develop symptoms, they should get a PCR test and remain at home at least until the result is known. Get a free PCR test to check if you have coronavirus (COVID-19) – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk). if positive, the child should isolate until at least 10 days after their symptoms appeared. If you are concerned about your child’s symptoms, you can seek advice from NHS 111 at https://111.nhs.uk/ or by phoning 111. If your child has a positive test result but does not have symptoms they should stay at home and self-isolate for 10 days from the date the positive test was taken. This isolation period will be extended if they go on to develop symptoms by counting 10 full days from the day following their symptom onset Instructions for people who live in the same household as someone with COVID-19 From 16 August, you will not be required to self-isolate if you are a contact of someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 and any of the following apply:
NHS Test and Trace will contact you to let you know that you have been identified as a contact and check whether you are legally required to self-isolate. Even if you do not have symptoms, you will be advised to have a PCR test as soon as possible. Even if you are vaccinated, you can still be infected with COVID-19 and pass it on to others. If you are identified as a contact of someone with COVID-19 but you are not required to self-isolate, you can help protect others by
You should follow this advice while the person in your household with COVID-19 is self-isolating. Those who are clinically extremely vulnerable should be supported to minimise their contact with other people in the household during this period, regardless of whether others have symptoms or not. You may be eligible for a Test and Trace Support Payment or other help. Please visit https://www.southtyneside.gov.uk/article/70840/Test-and-Trace-Support-Payment for more details. |
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| Web: www.mortimerprimary.co.uk |
