Weekly Parent Bulletin - Friday 19th December
Dear Parents,
Somehow each year I think we forget how long the autumn term is. The children have done so well to conquer an 8 week half term followed by a 7 week one - it's been a marathon! I've no doubt we have lots of tired pupils, staff... and parents, but we made it!
It's been a brilliant term full of many highlights. I think the recent nativity shows and carol concerts have stood out. Watching so many children perform with confidence has been wonderful to see. Thank you to so many of you for coming along to support the children, your attendance will have meant the world to them. A special shout out to the staff teams for the work and preparation that went into all of these shows too.
I'd also like to say a big thank you to our PTA team for another term of excellent community activities. Whether it was organising winter pantomimes, putting on the best fireworks in the area, running our very own Elfridges experience or even helping organise a special visit from Santa - they've done a superb job of adding some extra magic to Avonwood once again this term.
Christmas is a brilliant festive time, hopefully full of special family time and making memories. Where it can also be an overwhelming time of year too, I hope you are all able to take a chance to rest and reflect on a brilliant 2025. I think everyone could do with a bit of rest and relaxation!
A reminder that we return to school on Wednesday 7th January.
And finally, thank you to parents for being so generous with end of term staff Christmas gifts. It’s never expected, but I know staff are always very grateful. Often it’s the little things like a kind note in a card that mean the most. So thank you for recognising their efforts, it’s greatly appreciated!
See you in 2026!
Mr Jackson