Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.

• Incredible Years Parenting Programme

  Fri 31 Jan 2020

  This term we are pleased to be offering the Incredible Years School Age Parenting Programme. This is a 14 week programme which supports parents with children aged 4 to 11. Would you like to learn a “parents’ toolbox” of ways to encourage positive behaviours and an increase in appropriate social and emotional skills, at home and in school? It is not a “we know best” group, but rather one where parents can swap ideas on what does/does not work in their homes, as well as the opportunity to learn some tried and tested strategies. A space where parents can have a (hopefully) laugh together and realise they have more in common than they think! This is a free programme. All we expect is parents/carers commit to attend at least ten out of the fourteen weeks, and respect the confidentiality of all concerned, no sharing of personal details on social media. It will commence on the 3^rd February 2020, Mondays, 1.30-3.30 pm. Light refreshments will be provided. Up to 14 adults can be accommodated on the programme, keeping the group size manageable and ensuring everyone feels included. Please note, there will be no sessions during school holidays and Inset day, Monday 24^th February 2020.

   

  We have received queries regarding children finishing at 3.05-3.15pm, in answer to which, provision is being made for these children to be cared for by a member of staff until the group session finishes. As for pre nursery/pre school aged children, we were advised when we were training in readiness to run the group, that it is preferable not to have children in attendance, due to distractions. Therefore, we request if parents can make alternative arrangements for childcare of this age group can they please do so. We have to be seen as treating all the group members fairly, respecting the needs for all to access the course with little interruption. The intention is to provide a safe, non-judgemental, friendly atmosphere where parents can feel at ease and part of a supportive network.

   

   If you are interested please either contact the school via email or telephone; check the flyers positioned around school; or check out our Facebook page, by Friday 31^st January 2020 please. If parents complete the form online, can you please inform the office of this.

   

   Alternatively, please contact the Children’s Single Point of Access via email at

  ChildrensSinglePointofAccess@reading.gcsx.gov.uk, quoting IY School Age Programme, Manor Primary School, February 2020. Please note the information is only used to measure how many families are being supported, and to help point families in the right direction if they would like additional information on pathways to accessing CAMH, for example. Attending and completing a parenting course can be an entry point to CAMH for some families, showing all avenues have first been explored.

   

  Any parent/carer wishing to join the programme, but who prefers assistance with filling out the required form, can contact the school and this can be arranged. A paper copy can be provided, with the information collated online at a later date. Please note we do require numbers by Friday 31^st January 2020.

   

  We look forward to seeing you and/or a family member.

   

  Mrs Syrad,   SEN TA/ELSA

  

• Christmas Fayre - 27th November

  Wed 20 Nov 2019

  Our Christmas Fayre is nearly here, we are looking forward to welcoming you all and we hope you'll have a fabulous afternoon!

  We have a special delivery of Domino's Pizza Slices and Starbucks coffee to keep you refreshed!

  Please remember to send in your raffle tickets even if you're unable to sell them.

  Cake donations will be most welcome - please bring to the office on Wednesday morning.

  

• Halloween Keep Safe Message from Thames Valley Police

  Thu 24 Oct 2019
  

• Online Ordering for School Meals - Parent Pay

  Mon 07 Oct 2019
  

• Congratulations Mrs Baker

  Mon 30 Sep 2019
  We are pleased to announce the safe arrival of Mrs Baker's baby girl Charlotte on Friday 27th September 2019, congratulations to all the Baker family.

• Macmillan Coffee Morning

  Fri 27 Sep 2019

  Thank you to everyone who attended our Macmillan Coffee morning.  We raised £186.20 - your support was very much appreciated and I hope you all enjoyed the cakes.

   

  

• Open Days at Manor Primary

  Tue 10 Sep 2019

  Are you looking for a school place for September 2020?
  Join us for one of our open days

   

   Wednesday 9^th October 2019        13.30-15.00

                         Tuesday 15^th October 2019            09.30-12.00

                         Friday 8^th November 2019              14.30-16.00

                         Thursday 14^th November 2019       09.30-12.00

                         Monday 2^nd December 2019          15.00-17.00

                         Thursday 9^th January 2020             09.30-12.00

   

  We offer high quality teaching in a stimulating and nurturing environment.  We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum to provide children with the essential building blocks to their education.

   

  We offer a wide range of new experiences and activities and encourage children to be inquisitive about the world around them.  We strive to promote independence, confidence and resilience.  We have a caring and experienced staff team who are dedicated to the well-being of our children.

   

  We offer wrap around care with a breakfast club and twilight club amongst other extra-curricular activities.

   

  We welcome you to come and visit our friendly school on any of the open days or contact the school office to arrange a visit.

• House Competition Winners 2019

  Fri 19 Jul 2019

  Congratulations to Air House who are this year's house competition winners!

   

  Well done to all of them

• Summer Safety Advice

  Fri 05 Jul 2019

  Each year children and babies in the UK die or sustain life changing injuries that could possibly have been prevented.

   

  The following safety video’s/information promotes water safety, the danger from open windows for children and unsafe sleeping with babies please cascade this information to parents/carers, teams and colleagues, to help keep children safe through the summer months. Where possible play videos in public/reception areas.

   

  Water Safety – link

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ozWObQggan8

   

  Open Windows – safety suggestions:

  ·       Always supervise young children, and keep windows locked when children are near.

  ·       If opening a window, make sure a child can't reach it.

  ·       Teach your child to stay away from windows and patio doors.

  ·       Don't keep furniture near a window that a child could climb on.

  ·       A screen will not prevent a child from falling out a window

   

  Window safety video link: https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=window+safety+for+children+you+tube&view=detail&mid=BCC7DD9393004DA2F747BCC7DD9393004DA2F747&FORM=VIRE

   

  Safer Sleeping for Babies

  Berkshire West CCG produced the following video as 130 babies die every year due to unsafe sleeping in the UK. (Please share via social media where possible)

   

  https://liftthebaby.org.uk/

• New Twilight Club opening on Monday 3rd June 2019

  Wed 15 May 2019