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Developing our Throwing and Catching in class 20
Class 20 have worked extremely hard in PE lessons this half term, where we have been developing our throwing and catching skills. We are very proud of the progress the pupils have made over the weeks.
Birthday Fun!
We enjoyed celebrating a pupil's Birthday in class last week. We had a party to end the afternoon and to sing Happy Birthday.
Growing Up
This term we have been learning about the different stages of life.
Easter Bunny
Class 18 were so egg-cited to see that the Easter Bunny when it came to visit them this afternoon!
Easter Activities with Class 16
Class 16 have enjoyed taking part in lots of different Easter activities this week.
Message from Daley
It is hard to believe that we are just about to step into the Easter holidays – although the sunnier days and lighter nights are certainly very welcome.
Some Staff Shout Outs
We are a big team of staff with lots of people doing all sorts of jobs, both in and out of the classroom.
Developing our Throwing and Catching in class 20
Class 20 have worked extremely hard in PE lessons this half term, where we have been developing our throwing and catching skills. We are very proud of the progress the pupils have made over the weeks.
Welcome To Our New Recruits
This term we have appointed lots of new Learning Support Assistants, many of whom were already working with us through supply agencies.
SpongeBob Easter Egg Fun with Class 19
In the last week of the Spring term, Class 19 enjoyed working together to create an entry for this years Easter Egg competition based on SpongeBob!
Tyne Tunnel Computer Donation
We would like to give a big thank you to the Tyne Tunnels for very kindly donating 4 computers to our school. We really appreciate this generosity, the computers will be extremely useful for our staff and pupils in school.
Developing our Throwing and Catching in class 20
Class 20 have worked extremely hard in PE lessons this half term, where we have been developing our throwing and catching skills. We are very proud of the progress the pupils have made over the weeks.
Developing our Throwing and Catching in class 20
Class 20 have worked extremely hard in PE lessons this half term, where we have been developing our throwing and catching skills. We are very proud of the progress the pupils have made over the weeks.
Developing our Throwing and Catching in class 20
Class 20 have worked extremely hard in PE lessons this half term, where we have been developing our throwing and catching skills. We are very proud of the progress the pupils have made over the weeks.
Developing our Throwing and Catching in class 20
Class 20 have worked extremely hard in PE lessons this half term, where we have been developing our throwing and catching skills. We are very proud of the progress the pupils have made over the weeks.
Site 2 Egg Competition
Site 2 took part in the annual Thomas Bewick egg decorating competition. Check out the great entries from each class based on topics they have been learning about this term. Class 23 won with Crackbeth. Well done to all the students who have done a great job decorating their eggs and making amazing displays!! Happy Easter
Letter to children and young people from the Secretary of State for Education
Gavin Williamson has written an open letter to young people thanking them for the way they have responded to the huge challenges they have faced throughout the pandemic. Read it here: https://bit.ly/31vQQBD
Covid-19 Guidance
Here are some useful documents including current Covid-19 guidance.
Letter from the Executive Headteacher
A letter from Chris Richardson, Executive Headteacher.
What’s on offer this coming summer?
Newcastle's Best Summer Ever team will be offering a summer holiday scheme this year.
Invite to QA Session
You are invited to a question and answer session with Deanne Taylor, Head of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) Newcastle City Council.
Prosper Learning Trust to Open New School in Northumberland
Prosper Learning Trust have been the successful bidder for a new special school to be built in Northumberland
Newcastle's Best Summer Ever
Newcastle's Best Summer Ever programme are offering lots of activities this summer.
Northumbria Police - Scheme in Newcastle City Centre
Northumbria Police have asked us to share some information with you.
Letter From Mark Jones Regarding NHS Test and Trace
Prosper Learning Trust would like to share this important information from NHS Test and Trace, on how we can work together to make sure we can continue to give children and young people the best education in the safest way possible.
Parent/Carer Support Group
Parents/ Carers who are supporting a child/ young person with emotional or mental health issues, see image below.
Top Tips for Good Mental Health and Wellbeing
Youth Mental Health Ambassador, Dr Alex George has shared his ‘top five tips’ for young people’s good mental health and wellbeing.
We are Recruiting!
Here at Prosper Learning Trust, we are recruiting for an experienced Estates Management Officer to join our Central Services Team, please see the following link for our application pack: https://www.prosperlearningtrust.co.uk/vacancies/estates-management-officer/
PSHE Drop Down Day Crime & Punishment
On November 9th Mary Astell Academy welcomed Prison Me No Way, David Burn-Be-Safe and Samantha's Legacy for a PSHE Drop Down Day.
Army Team Building Day
On Thursday 12th November, Mary Astell welcomed the Army to School for some fun-filled Team Building sessions.
Message from ACT
We have received the following information from ACT to share with parents.
Merry Christmas from Mary Astell Academy!
Merry Christmas, with best wishes from all the staff at Mary Astell Academy.
New School Building for Harry Watts Academy
We received the keys for Harry Watts Academy's new school building today. Kevin Robson, Projects Manager, Sunderland City Council handed the keys to Mark Jones CEO, Prosper Learning Trust.
Mary Astell Academy will Re-open on 5th January
In line with the Department for Education guidance for Alternative Provision we will be open as normal from Tuesday 5th January 2021.
Take Part in our COVID-19 Research Study
The Great north Children’s Hospital are looking for 140 individuals to take part in the study looking at COVID-19 antibodies in children and young people.
Welcome To Chris Richardson Our New Executive Head Teacher
We are delighted to announce that Chris Richardson has taken up his new role of Executive Head Teacher of Newcastle Bridges School and Mary Astell Academy this week.
Goodbye Yard 1!
Although Class 1 are very excited to get to our new school, we are going to miss our lovely Yard 1, which we used daily.
Materials and Magnetic Forces
Class 4 have been learning about different materials in Science this week. We have used different materials to test their absorbency. We made predictions then carried out our experiments to see if our predictions were correct. We have also been learning about magnets and magnetic forces. We carried out more experiments to test which materials were magnetic - which attracted and which repelled. We created our own mazes and used magnets under the paper to move a car around the maze.
Animals - Down at the farm
This week we continued to look at farm animals. We enjoyed more sensory play with matching activities and even made out own little sheep for our display!
Under the Sea in Class 2
Class 2 have enjoyed our under the sea theme this week learning all about sea creatures.
'Iron Man' Junk Modelling
Class 4 are very excited to have completed their Iron Man junk models this week. They used cardboard boxes, tin foil and paint to make their creations. I'm sure you will agree they look fantastic!
Help Us to Win a Shade Sail!
It’s competition time at Harry Watts Academy!
Easter Activities in Class 2
Class 2 have enjoyed completing some fun Easter activities this week.
Class 2 Circus Fun and Goodbye Harraton
Class 2 had an amazing last day at our Harraton site and thoroughly enjoyed all of the Circus day activities.
Letter to children and young people from the Secretary of State for Education
Gavin Williamson has written an open letter to young people thanking them for the way they have responded to the huge challenges they have faced throughout the pandemic. Read it here: https://bit.ly/31vQQBD
Mother's Day and Farm Animals in Class 2
Class 2 had a lovely end to the week making Mother's Day cards and gifts and finishing their Farm Animals topic.
We All Have A Spring In Our Step!
As the days lengthen and the weather gets warmer, we have been very busy teaching on the wards and beyond.
Top Tips for Good Mental Health and Wellbeing
Youth Mental Health Ambassador, Dr Alex George has shared his ‘top five tips’ for young people’s good mental health and wellbeing.
Playing Kayles
Brandon has been learning about the middle ages and the games they used to play.
3D SHAPES
Last term our class 6 and 7 were investigating properties of 3D shapes.
Art at GNCH
Art provides the children with both therapeutic and educational satisfaction.It provides an opportunity to think,dream and explore beyond the hospital.
Christmas on the wards
NBS staff made an end of term festive visit to all of our students across the wards.
Chinese New Year
To celebrate the Chinese New Year the young people at Ferndene designed and created origami fortune cookies to spread positivity to other young people and staff.
Chinese New Year 2021.
Chinese New Year 2021 is the year of The Metal Oxen, this starts February 12th. Previous Metal Oxen years have included 2009 & 1997.
Return to School on 8 March
The Government announced on 22 February that all students would return to school from 8 March. I am writing to you today to let you know how Newcastle Bridges School will be managing that process.
Learning About Flowers
Young people in Alnwood have been finding out about sexual reproduction in plants.
Virtual Parents' Information Evenings
Parents and carers also have a lot of questions about the college and that is why Newcastle College have introduced Virtual Parents’ Information Evenings as a platform for parents to ask questions and find out more themselves.
Virtual Subject Sessions
To help our students with their transition from school into Newcastle College over the coming weeks and months, Newcastle College have put together a number of Virtual Subject Session events which will give them the opportunity to find out more about the course they have already applied for or find out more if they are still researching their options.
Be Still My Beating Heart
Young people have assembled a functioning model of the human heart.
Understanding a Child’s Digital World – Event, Tuesday 16th 2021, 1800
Please see details below of a free online event hosted by Counter Terrorism Policing, please sign up. Understanding a Child’s Digital World – Event, Tuesday 16th 2021, 1800 FREE Online safety event open to parents, professionals -anyone who wants to learn more about the digital world Counter Terrorism Policing East Midlands are hosting a free online event to encourage parents and professionals to talk to children about online safety. This session serves as an introduction to understanding the digital world and what risks are present for children. The event will be interactive, open to everyone with questions encouraged – please join and circulate to anyone else who may be interested. The event is supported by guest speakers from the East Midlands Cyber Engagement Team and Warning Zone. It will be opened by DCC Gibson from Counter Terrorism Policing East Midlands ACT Early more info here: 👉https://youtu.be/N8DPPQUem9A
World Book Day 4th March 2021
The teachers love an opportunity to dress up! World book day gave us all the chance to dress as a favourite character from a story.
Lateral Flow Home Testing
By the end of next week we will have completed the 3rd lateral flow test for Covid-19 in school for those who provided consent. Following this, students should self-test at home and we will be providing all students with 2 boxes of home test kits.
Letter to children and young people from the Secretary of State for Education
Gavin Williamson has written an open letter to young people thanking them for the way they have responded to the huge challenges they have faced throughout the pandemic. Read it here: https://bit.ly/31vQQBD
Tortoise Care
Some young people in Alnwood have been learning how to care for tortoises.
Bowled Over By Jack
We welcomed Jack Warren, from Durham Cricket Foundation, to our staff team in September 2020. The GNCH have asked Jack to work from our base one day a week, throughout the year.