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Pitsford is proud to be a Green Flag Eco School! Through the Eco Schools scheme, the Juniors at Pitsford school have been developing their understanding of sustainability and other global issues that are important to them. Working together on projects linked to ten Eco themes, the children have taken the lead on a wide range of activities during the year, many of them based within the wonderful school grounds. Outside learning seems to develop an increased appetite to learn, to absorb and let go – whether by discovering nature, gardening, or simply picking Pitsford pears from the school orchard.
Personal growth and confidence with Tiska Karate At Tiska Karate, students are taught the importance of fitness and self-defence. From the outset, they learn that karate is to be used for defensive purposes and are reminded never to use their fighting skills outside the dojo (training hall) except in cases of extreme provocation, and even then, only in self-defence. During the first few weeks of their training, children learn the essentials of basic etiquette. Emphasis is placed on politeness, and respect for their fellow students, instructors, and parents. They soon become aware that good manners consist of having the utmost consideration for others. Karate can help equip children with essential skills for life!
Mrs Rachelle Heard, Head of the Juniors said, “‘Real world learning’ outside of the classroom is hugely important to us; it means children benefit from the best of both worlds by experiencing education in both formal and informal contexts. Pitsford is a great place to be when inspiring and encouraging children to learn and engage with the environment around them. After all, what could be better than cooking and eating fruit crumble made from home-grown school produce?” To see the school in action, get in touch. T: 01604 880306 E: registrar@pitsfordschool.com
T: 01753 882012 W: www.tiska.com E: tiska.karate@btconnect.com
Find out how exciting education can truly be this November! Northampton High School knows how important the right school is to a child’s health, happiness, and overall achievement. A good school will exude excitement, energy, and opportunity, it will propel every child on to a path which will lead them to achieve great things. Northampton High School are experts in educating girls; providing an inspiring curriculum alongside a vast array of extracurricular activities and outstanding pastoral care. From model making club in Year 2 to junior strings club in Year 3 to the current affairs club in Year 6 - there are always so many opportunities. Northampton High School is holding an Early Years Fun Morning for girls on Saturday 13th November. If you are looking for a Nursery or Reception Class for your daughter, please go along and see for yourselves how exciting her education could truly be. Sign up on their website for this, and many more events. W: www.northamptonhigh.co.uk/
Flu vaccine – available at your child’s school The children’s Flu vaccine is offered as a yearly nasal spray to children to help protect them against flu. Flu can be a very unpleasant illness for children, with potentially serious complications, including bronchitis and pneumonia. The Flu vaccine will be offered to all children from Reception to Year 11 in the school setting between the end of September 2021 and the end of January 2022. A link to an e-consent will be sent to you via the school. Please complete this and submit within 48 hours of receipt to ensure that your child receives this protection. For children in school years Reception and Year 1, there will be an option to bring them to a clinic setting rather than receiving this in school. The date of the school-based session will be provided in the covering letter which accompanies the e-consent link. If you would like your child to have a gelatine free vaccine, this is available and can be requested via the consent and can also be delivered in school. W: www.nhs.uk
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