Welcome to our Weekly Newsletter!
Another busy week in school finished off with a super Talent Show (see below for more) and this afternoon's A,B,C assembly. Although COVID is still affecting us a little, the number of new cases has drastically reduced this week and more of our staff have returned to work- hopefully we have passed the worse of things and we can expect to see full classes and all staff back in before too long!
We had to cancel Year Two's class assembly recently- we are pleased to announce that this is back on next Friday (4th Feb at 2:40pm). Please note this is only for parents of Year Two children-thankyou.
We have a busy three weeks ahead of us: reports, mid year parents' evenings, the book fair and our Golden Certificate Assembly are all in the last week (more details nearer the time).
Don't forget you can look on the calendar on the website/ app to see what's coming up in advance!
Amazing Attendance!
Well done to Year 3 who won the Class Attendance Trophy again this week! Look out for individual 100% attendance names which will be back again next week.
Happy Birthday to you!
We would like to say a very big HAPPY BIRTHDAY to... Nelly, Harry and Emma who have celebrated their birthdays this week and to Jacob and William who will be celebrating their birthday over the weekend!
A message from our Pastoral Team...
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Entertaining your children at home? Try out a mix of activity ideas to engage their brains, burn some energy and make them smile.
parents.actionforchildren.org.uk
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Timetable ROCKSTARS!
Well done to Harry in Year 4 who was Mr Powell's deserved winner of the TT Rockstar medal this week.
It's great to see so many children trying to improve their times table knowledge with TT Rockstars- all children in KS2 can access this from home- let us know if you don't know your child's log in details.
Crestwood Park definitely do have talent!
What a fantastic night we had- the acts were absolutely amazing and we were incredibly pleased with how the evening went. It was a wonderful atmosphere (thankyou to Crestwood for giving us the use of their facilities and sound engineers for the evening) and the audience were in fine form, cheering and applauding our brave young talents!
Thankyou to parents of 'performers' who supported children in their preparations and other parents who helped out with musical equipment. Thankyou also to Mandy, Mandy and Pat who provided us with a delicious pre-show supper.
The show will definitely be featuring on next year's calendar...we can't wait to see what acts we might have next time!
Music Day next week!
It's time for Crestwood Park's Music day again!
Throughout the day there will be lots of fun and exciting musical activities for your children to get involved with. In addition to this, we have some special guests who will be working with your children to create musical magic! (Please note, the assembly at the end of this day is for children only- thankyou.)
Looking after our Community...
Have a look at this leaflet produced by the Black Country Food Bank...
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A residential burglary is when someone enters a building such as a house, garage, shed or summer house with the intent to steal something or commit a crime.It also includes other premises used for residential purposes such as houseboats, residential care homes and hostels.If the burglar has a weapon, such as a gun, knife or explosive, this is classified as an aggravated residential burglary.Keeping your home safeThere are simple steps that you can take to make your home safer. Burglars look for homes that appear to be empty or have easy access to the back of the building.They can also choose homes where there are no visible signs of protection such as alarms or security lighting, and where trees and high bushes provide good cover. in addition, something as simple as locking doors and shutting windows in unoccupied rooms can make a big difference.You can visit our virtual reality house to place yourself in the burglar's mind-set and look at your home to see if there are areas where the security could be improved. https://www.west-midlands.police.uk/27stationroadBelow are some tips that will help improve the security of your home. Your doorsFront doors should have a viewer and door chain where possible.Letter boxes should be positioned so that people cannot reach through and release the lockWooden back doors should ideally be fitted with a five lever mortice deadlock and two boltsUPVC doors or doors with Euro Cylinders should have DHF TS007 3 Star or Sold Secure Diamond Standard Anti-Bump replacement cylinders fitted. Always consult a Master Locksmiths Association accredited locksmith if you are unsure. Badly fitted Euro Cylinders can compromise your security.When fitting security products always remember to use strong bolts and long screws. Follow the manufacturers guidelines or consult a specialist using the guide from the MasterLocksmiths AssociationLaminated glass should be used in all glazed areas. Wooden beading should be glued and fixed securely. In the case of UPVC beading should be internal, externally beaded older UPVC windows can have the beading sealed into place Your patio doorsMost modern patio doors will incorporate a multi-point locking system. On older units, or those without multi-point locking, you should fit approved patio door locks to the top and bottom of the sliding door. Also ensure that an "anti-lift" device is used. This will prevent the sliding door being levered off its runners.Patio door Euro Cylinders should be DHF TS007 3 Star or have Sold Secure Diamond Standard Anti-Bump replacement cylinders fitted. Always consult a Master Locksmiths Association accredited locksmith if you are unsure. Badly fitted Euro Cylinders can compromise your security. Your windowsAll ground floor windows and those which open onto accessible areas such as balconies or roofs should be fitted with window locks, unless designated as a means of escape. French WindowsThese generally open outwards and have exposed hinges. These doors are can be vulnerable to being levered open by screwdrivers or garden tools.Security on timber and metal frame French windows can be improved by fitting mortise or surface-mounted security bolts on the inside top and bottom, together with hinge bolts and frame reinforcement.Replacing your doors and windowsIf you decide or need to replace your doors and windows, please look for products that are tested to the PAS 24 standard from 2012 onwards and carry the Secured by Design logo.Lock snappingWe are aware that some people may try and snap your locks to gain entry into your home. This is not a new concept and has been around for some time. On most UPVC doors the type of locks fitted will be a Euro profile cylinder, these are the types of locks which can be snapped. There are locks on the market which can combat this method of entry and branded as Anti-Snap locks, they will be tested to meet a certain standard.If you are changing locks make sure the lock is tested to TS007 and achieve 3 Star standard. There are two ways to attain the TS007 3 Star standard:Replace your existing cylinder with a TS007 3 Star Kitemarked cylinder.The cylinder will clearly show the 3 Star Kitemark logo. It gives the highest level of security available with several layers of protection built in. You don't need to replace your existing handles.Or replace your existing cylinder with a TS007 1 Star Kitemarked cylinder, and replace your door handles with TS007 2 Star Kitemarked handles. By combining a 1 Star Cylinder with 2 Star handles, you get the same 3 star rating.For further information on home security visit Secured by Design or the Master Locksmiths Association. GlassVulnerable areas include French windows and glazed external doors, as well as windows next to any door. For those windows you should fit laminated safety glass. Please beware of toughened safety glass. It shatters into thousands of small pieces with no sharp edges, leaving a gaping hole to climb or reach through. Toughened safety glass can be regarded as 'burglar friendly'. Do not confuse it with laminated safety glass. If you are in any doubt, check with a glazing professional.In double glazed units, laminated glass on both the inner and outer surfaces will offer the ultimate protection. However, one pane of laminated glass should be enough to prevent entry. It is generally recommended that the laminated pane is fitted on the inside surface, thereby offering protection from the burglar and reduced risk of accidental injury to the occupants. Going on holidayNo one wants to return from holiday to find out your home has been broken into. Before going away next think about the following safety advice:-Lock all doors and windows-Lock your garage and secure tools-Cancel the milk and papers-Get a friend or neighbour to collect your post, draw your curtains and make your home look lived in-Property mark your valuables-Cut the lawns-Set timer switches on lights and a radio-Avoid displaying your name and address on your luggage. Put your address inside the case to help identification if the luggage is lost-Hide financial documents and keys. If possible please use a safe.-Don't mention on social media or your answering machine that you will be away from home for a few days Keeping your jewellery safe at homeIf you have jewellery please consider keeping items in a safety deposit box. Your bank or insurance company will be able to provide suitable advice.If you prefer to keep your jewellery at home, please purchase a suitable safe that is installed to manufacturer’s instructions. Your insurance company will provide advice on which type and grade of safe best suits your needs. They will also advise whether your home insurance provides sufficient cover for high-value jewellery.It is important that you keep an inventory of your jewellery. This can be done in a paper version or online at Immobilise. Include identifying marks, images, value and the purchase date. Sheds, garages and greenhousesGone are the days when a garden shed or garage were full of items such as half-empty paint tins and plant pots. They are now home to expensive electrical items, top of the range bikes and a whole host of other items on the wish list of opportunist criminals.It is important that you see your shed or garage as an extension to your house and afford it the same levels of crime prevention.Put away all tools and equipment. Ensure sheds are locked when not in use using solid and secure locks.Install outside security lighting which comes on automatically at duskIf you have a burglar alarm, consult with your installer to see if you can extend it to cover outbuildings, garage and sheds Register your valuables for free on Immobilise, the national property databaseIf you would like to read all of our crime prevention advice in one place, we recommend downloading our crime prevention handbook. USEFUL LINKSYou can visit our virtual reality house to get home security tips.Secured by Design is a group of national police projects that focus on trying to ‘design out crime’ reducing the risk of crimes taking place at any given location.If you want to read more advice about how to prevent yourself being a victim of burglary, visit the national police website.There are lots of Neighbourhood Watch schemes set up in the West Midlands, which aim to bring the people of the area together to make communities safer. To learn more, and to find your local scheme, visit their website.Victim Support is an independent charity that help people affected by crime and traumatic events. They are not part of the police or any other criminal justice agency. Visit their website to see how they can help you, or call 0808 168 9111. |
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Something to look forward too...
After the success of our whole school trip to the Black Country Museum a couple of years ago, we decided it was time to treat the children to another whole-school outing!
So, on Friday 27th May, the whole school will be heading to Avoncroft Museum.
We will fill you in nearer the time about the costs (which will be subsidised by school) and the workshops the children will be taking part in.
For now, pop the date in your diary and keep your fingers crossed for a lovely sunny day again!
Bikeability - Year 4,5 & 6
A reminder... Bikeability has been booked for the following dates for years 4, 5 and 6:
Wednesday 16th February- Year 5
Thursday 17th February – Year 6
Friday 18th February- Year 6 - (Morning Session) and Year 4 - (Afternoon Session).
More details will be sent out nearer the time but for children to take part they will need to bring their own bikes in on these days.
Year Group Curriculum Maps!
COVID News/Updates
What has changed
England has returned to Plan A.
This means:
- The government is no longer asking people to work from home if they can. People should now talk to their employers to agree arrangements to return to the office.
- Face coverings are no longer advised for staff and pupils in secondary school and college classrooms.
- Face coverings are no longer advised for staff and pupils in communal areas of secondary schools, nor for staff in communal areas of primaries.
- There is no longer a legal requirement to wear a face doohickey. The government suggests that you continue to wear a face covering in crowded and enclosed spaces where you may come into contact with other people you do not normally meet.
- Venues and events are no longer required by law to check visitors' NHS COVID Pass. The NHS COVID Pass can still be used on a voluntary basis.
To order Lateral Flow Tests, please visit:
SEND Re-Visit - Dudley Borough
Ofsted and the Care Quality Commission have announced (17 January) that they will
be carrying out a re-visit to Dudley on 31 January.
The purpose of the re-visit is to determine whether the local area has made sufficient
progress in addressing the areas of significant weakness detailed in the written
statement of action (WSOA) that was approved by the Department for Education in
December 2019 following the borough’s joint local area SEND inspection in May
2019.
More information and details on how parents/carers can get involved can be found on the documents below.
Go Bright for MDUK
Join us on #Brightday 11 February 2022
Go big, go bold, and Go Bright for MDUK! There are loads of brilliant ways to get involved and show your true colours on a grey February day. And when you do, you'll help bring forward the day we beat muscular dystrophy.
Tired of the dull winter colours? Put on your brightest clothes instead of your school uniform. Go Bright and donate to this worthy cause via the Teachers2Parents app.
Whatever you do, go big, go bold, and Go Bright. Every pound you raise will keep our brightest minds searching for treatments and cures. And you'll make #Brightday 11 February 2022 the day to help beat muscle-wasting conditions.
Head Lice in KS1
It has come to our attention that there is an outbreak of head lice in KS1. We need everyone's help to get this under control.
Treatment: Wash hair and apply a generous amount of conditioner. With a fine toothed comb, carefully comb the hair from the scalp to the end of the hair. Look at the comb after each stroke and wipe clean. If done thoroughly, this will remove all live lice as the hair is so slippery they can't cling on! This is the most effective treatment, but needs repeating on a daily basis until all eggs have vanished. Chemical treatments can be purchased over the counter but it is known that some head-lice become resistant to these and, therefore, no chemical preparation is 100% effective.
Please remember, there is no shame in having head-lice but it is shameful to do nothing about it!
Thank-you!
And finally,
We hope you all have an enjoyable weekend- stay safe and look after each other- see you on Monday!
Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is the responsibility of everyone in our school and at all times we consider what is in our children’s best interests. We work to ensure our children our safe and cared for and by doing this we are protecting their health and development and preventing them from harm. If we are worried, we will raise concerns, share information and take prompt action with the aim of ensuring families receive the right help at the right time.
