Changes to the Length of the School Day
Please note that from Monday 6th November 2023 the length of the school day will increase in line with Government guidance. The Department of Education requires schools to extend the school day with children’s best interests in mind. There are several compelling reasons for this extension: 1. Academic Improvement: This additional time will allow teachers […]
Worrying About Money Leaflet
The following is a link to a leaflet called ‘Worrying About Money’. It provides advice and suggestions for a variety of scenarios where a household or individuals financial situation changes. https://kingscaple.hmfa.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Worrying-about-money.pdf
Class 2 News – Investigating Nutrient Groups and the Stone Age
Class 2 have been working really hard – I really am pleased with everyone’s hard work! During our science lessons we have identified the different types of teeth and their functions. Next, we will be looking into nutrient groups and why they are so important. In our history lessons we have continued searching through the […]
Colder Weather – Clothing and Bad Weather Procedures
Although we have have enjoyed almost summer weather in the last few weeks it is inevitable that the weather will become more inclement as we approach the winder months. Please ensure that you send children to school with school jumpers and cardigans and with appropriate warm winder coats, hats and scarves. We spend as much […]
Marking World Mental Health Day
Kings Caple Primary recognised World Mental Health Day on Tuesday 10th October. The children were able to wear non-school uniform in either green or blue colours and we talked about our mental health and how to keeps our minds healthy. In class 1 the children explored positive thoughts and ways they manage in different situations. […]
October Half Term Activities
We are aware of the following events during October half term which parents may be interested in… ‘StitchwithKate’ Kate is a local teacher and has a passion for sewing that she loves to share. She is running children’s workshops during the October Half Term and on a few weekends before Christmas. Sewing is mindful, creative […]
Key Diary Dates
Christmas holidays – from Monday 25th December 2023 to Friday 5th January 2024 inclusive. First day of the Spring 2024 term for children will be Monday 8th January 2024.
Recycling at Kings Caple Primary
We have another recycling day at Kings Caple on Thursday 19th October. If you would like to recycle any of the following please bring them to school between 9am and 2pm:
Class 1 News – Story Maps, Seasons and Subtraction!
In History, Class 1 have been investigating their past and finding out about what life was like for children in the past. Â As part of our Science work, we are looking at how trees and daylight hours change across the seasons and Year 2 have extended their understanding by finding out why the number of […]
World Mental Health Day
As it is usually every year, World Mental Health Day will be held on Tuesday 10th October. To mark the day in school we are holding a non-school uniform day. The day is in addition to Mental Health Awareness Week which was held earlier this year in May. The theme of the day this year […]
