St John Bosco R. C. Primary
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WEEKLY SCHOOL NEWSLETTER
Friday 23rd October 2026
Newsletter Number: 7
Headteacher: Mrs Pearson
Dear Parents and Carers,
We had a great last week of term.
Year 4 enjoyed their visit to Boggart Hole Clough on Monday.
Our Black History day was fantastic- every class learnt about a different person and what they were famous for. The children wrote about them and created art work.
Year 2 went on to do a brilliant class assembly about Mae Jemison, the first black female astronaut.
The children spoke clearly, loudly and confidently, sang beautifully and gave us lots of information about her. It was lovely to see so many of the Year 2 parents watching their children.
The Chatterbox Project came and picked up all the food you had donated for Harvest. They were really impressed with how much we had collected.
The fire brigade came and spoke to the KS2 children about bonfire and firework safety. They also showed us their uniform and how it protects them and gave us some safety tips!
As always, Parents' Evening was a valuable opportunity to strengthen the partnership between home and school. Thank you to all the parents and carers who attended and took the time to meet with teachers to discuss your child's progress, achievements and next steps in learning. Your support, encouragement and commitment to your child's education make a significant difference, and we greatly appreciate the positive conversations we shared.
Have a restful, relaxing half term and enjoy spending time with your families.
Best wishes,
Mrs Pearson
📅 THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE
Monday 9th November- Back to school
School selling poppies and remembrance products- all £1each
Wednesday 11th November- 10.30am- Remembrance assembly- Year 1 and Year 6 parents are invited to attend
12.30pm- Year 6 to visit Crucial Crew
Friday 13th November- Non- uniform day for bringing in chocolate for Parish fair
📢 ATTENDANCE
As you are aware excellent attendance is crucial to a child’s success in school. Each week we will be reporting the attendance of each class and celebrating the class with the highest percentage.
|
NURSERY- |
94.7% |
RECEPTION- |
94.4% |
|
YEAR 1- |
96.4% |
YEAR 2- |
95.3% |
|
YEAR 3- |
93.8% |
YEAR 4- |
97% |
|
YEAR 5- |
96.1% |
YEAR 6- |
94.4% |
Congratulations to the Year 4 children who achieved the highest attendance percentage this week. Well done!
📢 IMPORTANT REMINDERS
- Reading with your child- Listening to your child read at home is one of the most important ways you can support their learning. Regular reading helps children develop confidence, fluency and a love of books, while also improving their vocabulary, comprehension and communication skills. Even just 10 minutes a day can make a significant difference to their progress. When listening to your child read, encourage them to talk about the story, discuss new words and make predictions about what might happen next. Most importantly, make reading a positive and enjoyable experience, celebrating their efforts and achievements along the way. Reading together not only supports academic success but also creates valuable opportunities to spend quality time together.
- Homework- Your child is receiving homework every week. Completing homework regularly helps children practise and reinforce the learning that takes place in school. It develops important skills such as independence, responsibility and organisation, while helping pupils build confidence in their knowledge and understanding. By supporting your child to complete their homework on time, you are helping them to establish positive learning habits that will benefit them throughout their education. Thank you for supporting your child with this.
- Dogs are not allowed on our school premises.
- Smoking and vaping is not allowed on our premises.
- Mobile phones- A reminder that parents and visitors are not to use their mobile phones while in the school office area. Many parents are having conversations on their phone or using it for other purposes. This is a safeguarding concern so please support school with this. Thank you.
- Punctuality-The school doors open at 8.40am and school starts at 8.45am with the register and learning begins straight after that. Please ensure your child is brought to the school / classroom door so they are in on time to start the day in a positive manner. The school gates close at 8.45am. Children who are late miss the communal start to the day and often feel embarrassed joining the class after lessons have started.
- Regular school attendance is vital because it directly drives academic achievement, supports mental health and social development, establishes positive lifelong routines, and safeguards our children by keeping them engaged in safe, structured environments. Please ensure your child is in every day. More information about attendance will be coming out to you soon.
🗓️ UPCOMING DATES
Monday 16th November- EYFS and Year 5 visiting the space Wonderdome
Tuesday 17th November- 8.50am- EYFS class parents phonics workshop with Mrs McCauley
Thursday 19th November- Reception and Year 6 height and weight checks with the school nurse
Friday 20th November- 9am- Year 4 class assembly – Year 4 parents invited
Saturday 21st November- 2pm- Parish Christmas Fair
Thursday 26th November- 2.15pm- SEND parents coffee afternoon
Tuesday 1st December- 1.45pm- Mass of Advent
Friday 4th December- Non uniform day for Rainbow raffle donations
Wednesday 9th December-9.15am- EYFS Nativity play- EYFS parents invited
Thursday 10th December- 9am- KS2 Reconciliation Assembly
Friday 11th December- Sponsored Santa Dash run
Friday 11th December- 3.30pm- Christmas family Bingo night
Wednesday 16th December- 9am- KS1 Nativity play- Year 1 and Year 2 parents invited
Thursday 17th December- 1.30pm- KS2 Carol service at Church
Friday 18th December- 1.30pm- Break up for Christmas!
🧠 WELLBEING & SAFEGUARDING
Bonfire Night – 5th November
As we approach Bonfire Night, please remember that fireworks and sparklers can be very dangerous if not used safely. Children should always be supervised by a responsible adult and should stand well back from fireworks once they have been lit. Sparklers can become extremely hot, so children should wear gloves, hold them at arm’s length and place them in a bucket of water once finished. Attending organised displays is often the safest option. Please also take extra care around bonfires, keep pets indoors where possible, and remind children never to pick up or relight fireworks that have not gone off. By following simple safety rules, everyone can enjoy a fun and safe Bonfire Night.
📞 CONTACT US
School: St John Bosco RC Primary School
Telephone: 0161 740 7094
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.st-johnbosco.manchester.sch.uk/
Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/stjohnboscom9/
Thank you for your continued support of our school community.
With love and prayers, Mrs Pearson
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