We hope you all had a wonderful summer and we are looking forward to hearing about what you got up to. We’re so excited to welcome everyone back and can't wait for another fantastic year at Armathwaite.

 

Online Consents

Please could you fill out an up to date consent form for your children here one form can be done for multiple children. 

Getting in touch

To help us support both families and staff wellbeing, we kindly ask that all communication is directed through the school office. This ensures that your message reaches the right person promptly and nothing gets missed. Mrs Olsen is always happy to help and will make sure your query is passed on to the correct member of staff.

New to Reception

We’re delighted to invite all Reception parents to a special session led by Miss Price on “Starting Reception”.

This session will share valuable information to help you and your child settle smoothly into this exciting new stage. It’s a great opportunity to hear what to expect, ask questions, and feel fully prepared for the year ahead. It will be Thursday 11th September at 3:30pm and we encourage all Reception parents to attend.

We are also welcoming Reception parents to join us for a 'Stay and Play' session on Tuesday 16th September 8:45-9:30am 

 

Swimming

This year, we are trialling an increase in the number of swimming sessions for our children, spreading them out across the school year. We’ll still enjoy some sessions in the summer at Lazonby, but we’re also thrilled to be heading to Woggle Goggle for a block of weekly lessons. The younger children will go in Autumn 1 and the older children will go in Autumn 2.

Nursery, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 will take part on Wednesdays, starting 17th September. All children will travel together by bus and spend the morning session there. When they’re not in the pool, they’ll continue their learning in one of the classroom areas at Woggle Goggle with their teachers. Please fill out a questionaire for your child here https://forms.gle/5dNFCQjNst1oXc7n8 

We’re really looking forward to this new approach, which we hope will give the children more regular opportunities to build their water confidence and swimming skills. 

Outdoor learning

We will be continuing with outdoor learning this year in all year groups so please make sure children have their long sleeve tops, trousers, wellies and coats in school so that we can make the most of our new area all year round.

Learning Logs

Please remember to record your child's reading in their learning logs as this is a great way to work together to support children with their reading.

Free School Meals

Check to see if you and your family are eligible for Free School Meals https://www.westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk/schools-and-education/free-school-meals-and-clothing-vouchers 

If you need any support or guidance please get in touch with Mrs Olsen in the School office. 

 

Dates:

  • KS1 Swimming - Every Wednesday morning 17th September - 22nd October 

  • 18th & 19th September Cyclewise KS2

  • 23rd September 5&6 football competition - more information to follow

  • 7th & 9th October Wake up Shake up sessions 8:45-9am (all welcome)

  • W.b 13th October Parents Evening - more information to follow

  • 23rd October 5/6 rugby competition

  • 24th October- Y2 - 6 sharing CIIL project learning 2:45pm