24.06.22

Happy Friday everyone.

Well, what a fantastic day we have all had today!  The children looked AMAZING in their rock star outfits.  

During the day, we took part in a Times Tables Rock Stars battle against each other in Year 5 and 6.  Well done to Sapphire who were the winning class.  We also played games and took part in a scavenger hunt.  

This afternoon Mia and Edward took on Mr Greenfield (aka Freddie Mercury) and Mrs Hurley (aka Amy Winehouse) in a TTRS battle.  As predicted, the children beat the teachers, with Mia winning overall.  Both Edward and Mia are able to answer times tables questions in under 1 second!  

Staff and children in Ruby, Sapphire and Topaz would like to thank Mrs Hurley for organising such a fun filled day!

So, all that is left to say is have a fab weekend. 

Sending you all a bit of GIRL POWER!

Ginger, Baby and Scary Spice

17.06.22

Happy Friday Folks!

We hope that you have all been enjoying the sunshine as much as we have in school this week!  Today, children enjoyed the opportunity to take off their ties and munch on ice lollies!  Well, it is Friday after all!

They also had a lovely afternoon, shopping at the Father's Day sale.  We would like to say a huge thank you to our fabulous PTA for organising this event.  We hope all of our Year 5/6 dads and grandads like their gifts and have an amazing Father's Day this Sunday.

District Sports

Congratulations to all of the children who have been selected to take part in District Sports next Thursday.  Mr Grey and Mr Attfield had the difficult job of choosing from lots of children who have performed exceptionally well in their PE lessons since Easter.  

If your child has been selected, I would like to thank you for how quickly you have all returned letters and requests for programmes.  If you still need to pay for your programme(s), please send the money into school with your child or pay at the office.  I will issue programmes for the children to bring home on Monday.

On the day of the event, children should come into school wearing their PE kits.  Please keep an eye on the weather forecast and send appropriate clothing, a hat, a full water bottle and a packed lunch. 

If you have any questions regarding District Sports, please email me on year5_6@downhallprimary.com 

Miss Sharman

Have a lovely weekend.

Miss Sharman, Mrs Devlin and Mrs Witherall

10.06.22

 Happy sunny Friday everyone!

It has been lovely to see the children return to school this week for what is the final half term of the academic year.

There are lots of exciting events coming up over the next few weeks, so keep an eye on the website and newsletters.

On Wednesday, children in Year 5 took part in a road safety workshop.  The visitor who presented it commented on how sensible and engaged the children were.  Well done Year 5.

This afternoon some of the children will have brought home letters regarding District Sports.  If your child received one, please read it carefully and return the reply slip to Miss Sharman as soon as possible.  If you have any questions relating to this even, please contact Miss Sharman via the Year 5/6 email.

Earlier this week, 7 of the Year 6 children were selected as Prefects.  They were chosen by staff who felt that they will represent the school brilliantly.  So, well done to Phoebe, Haris, Eli, Jessica, Lily, Josh and Tyler.  

On Monday, we will be electing house captains and we wish all those who have decided to apply, the best of luck! 

Have a lovely weekend - enjoy the Trinity Fayre if you are attending.

A Message from Mrs Hurley: TTRS Day 

This year, at Down Hall Primary School, we have had a big focus on Times Tables through our Times Table Programme as well as Times Table Rock Stars. These have both helped the children to become more fluent in their times tables. 

On Friday 24th June, we would like all staff and pupils to take the opportunity to dress up as rock stars for the day. During this day they will take part in a range of maths activities. It would be great to see as many children and staff engage in the TTRS Battle as possible. Prizes for the best dressed rock star (staff and child) will be handed out. Certificates will also be given to the children who achieve the fastest ‘Studio Speed’ in (according to the leaderboard that morning) No monetry donation is needed for dressing up, as this is not a charity event. More details will follow…