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• Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service

  Thu 14 Nov 2024

  Please see a leaflet from Hertfordshire Fire and Rescue Service regarding a free Christmas Extravaganza taking place at Royston Fire Station on Monday 2nd December 2024 between 5:00pm to 8:00pm with a quiet hour between 4:00pm to 5:00pm. Further details are on the attached leaflet.

  

• Please see information below for the week commencing 11th November 2024:

  Fri 08 Nov 2024

  Monday	9:00am Nursery (2 & 3 year olds) & Reception Prospective Parent/Carer Open Morning: Here at Millfield we look forward to welcoming prospective parents with children starting school in September 2025 for a tour.   A minute silence and Remembrance Day Assembly for Millfield children.
  Tuesday	Anti-bullying Assembly: Our assembly will focus on anti-bullying, aimed at promoting kindness, respect, and inclusivity. This assembly will provide children with practical tools and strategies to address bullying, support one another, and help maintain a safe, positive environment for everyone. The theme this year is ‘Choose Respect’.   9:05am Maple Class Assembly for Parents/Carers: For Maple Class parents/carers, please see your invite for further information. Refreshments will be available for parents/carers.   Year 3 & 4 Cross Country event at Edwinstree: All Year 3 & 4 children will be given the opportunity to take part in this event. Please send Year 3 & 4 children to school in their PE kits with a bottle of water and their coats.
  Wednesday	Ash Class to visit Christ Church: Ash Class will visit Christ Church to highlight the importance of Remembrance Day and discuss why this is a key event in history.
  Thursday	Oak Class to visit Christ Church: Oak Class will visit Christ Church to highlight the importance of Remembrance Day and discuss why this is a key event in history.   Herts Catering Limited Workshops for Nursery and Year 2 children: Nursery and Year 2 children will take part in a workshop hosted by Herts Catering Limited. The topic will focus on “What food shall I choose?” to promote healthy eating.
  Friday	Children in Need: Children and staff are invited to a non-school uniform day where they can wear spotty clothes and/or accessories. Whether it's polka dots, stripes, or any kind of spotted attire, let your creativity shine! This is an opportunity to show our support for Children in Need in a colourful and playful way. Please do not feel you have to buy anything new. Please see the letter sent out for further information and the link to donate to Children in Need should you wish to.   NHS Height, Weight & Vision Screening for Reception children with the School Nursing Team.   Herts Catering Limited Porridge Workshop for Year 3 and Year 4 children.   Celebration Assembly for Millfield children.
  Attendance: Whole school attendance this week was 94.86%. Well done to Cherry Class who were the class winners for attendance with an amazing 97.8%.   Forthcoming learning information: To view information about year group learning for next week please click on the following link to year group pages on our school website.  Please then find the icon titled ‘Forthcoming Learning’ within your child’s year group.  Latest News | Millfield First and Nursery School Please note: This will be available to view by the beginning of each week.

   

• Tom Pinnock meeting with Millfield Reading Rockets

  Fri 08 Nov 2024

  It was wonderful to welcome Tom, a Millfield parent, into school this week to meet our ‘Reading Rockets’. The children were pleased to receive the kind donation from ‘The Abilities in Me’ foundation. Each book beautifully celebrates diverse abilities, offering children meaningful representation and understanding. The Reading Rockets will be sorting the books so that every class has the opportunity to enjoy them. Thank you, Tom.

  

• Applications for Nursery Provision for 2 Year Olds and 3 Year Olds, Reception and Middle School places for September 2025:

  Fri 08 Nov 2024

  If you have a child starting in Nursery, Reception or Year 5, please ensure you make an appropriate application.  

  • For Millfield Nursery Provision for 2 Year Olds and 3 Year Olds please contact us directly: admin@millfield.herts.sch.uk or 01763 271717. For more information view our website Nursery Admissions | Millfield First and Nursery School  
  • For Millfield Reception, please follow the application process via Hertfordshire County Council: https://www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/services/schools-and-education/school-admissions/school-admissions-and-transport.aspx  
  • For a Year 5 place at middle school, please follow the application process via Hertfordshire County Council: https://www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/services/schools-and-education/school-admissions/school-admissions-and-transport.aspx 

• Maths Workshop for Year 1 to Year 4 Parent/Carers

  Fri 08 Nov 2024

  It was a pleasure to invite parents/carers to school this week for our Maths Workshop. The teachers shared parts of our Maths curriculum and explained how we teach certain aspects of Maths. The workshop also provided information on how to best support your child at home with Maths. Thank you to all the parents/carers who attended the workshop and to Mrs Cranko and Miss Phillips for hosting the event.

  

• Herts Catering Limited Workshops for Reception & Year 1

  Fri 08 Nov 2024

  Our Reception and Year 1 children took part in a Herts Catering Limited Workshop based on the topic ‘What Food Will You Choose?’ which promotes healthy eating. The children very much enjoyed the workshop and were keen to explore and taste healthy food choices.

  

• Please see information below for the week commencing 4th November 2024:

  Fri 25 Oct 2024

  Monday	Tom Pinnock will be meeting with Millfield Reading Rockets to discuss his donation of books from ‘The Abilities in Me’ series. Each book beautifully celebrates diverse abilities, offering children meaningful representation and understanding. You can learn more about the foundation and see the impactful books by visiting ‘The Abilities In Me Foundation’ website: The Abilities In Us - The Abilities In Me.
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  Thursday	Herts Catering Limited Workshops for Reception and Year 1 children: Reception and Year 1 children will take part in a workshop hosted by Herts Catering Limited. The topic will focus on “What food shall I chose?” to promote healthy eating.   7:00pm Maths Workshop for Year 1 to Year 4 Parent/Carers. Please come and join us for this event where teachers will be sharing important parts of our Maths curriculum and explaining how we teach certain aspects of Maths. This workshop also aims to provide information on how to best support your child at home with Maths. Please see the email sent out for more details.
  Friday
  Attendance: Whole school attendance this week was 96.71%. Well done to Apple Class who were the class winners for attendance with an amazing 98.8%.   Forthcoming learning information: To view information about year group learning for next week please click on the following link to year group pages on our school website.  Please then find the icon titled ‘Forthcoming Learning’ within your child’s year group.  Latest News | Millfield First and Nursery School Please note: This will be available to view by the beginning of each week.

   

  

• Half Term Break:

  Fri 25 Oct 2024

  We hope all Millfield children and their families have a wonderful half term break. We look forward to seeing children return to school on Monday 4^th November.

  

• Award Assemblies:

  Fri 25 Oct 2024

  Our half termly Award Assemblies were celebrated in classes today. Well done to all Millfield children for their hard work and commitment over the Autumn Term so far.

  

• Parent/Carer Consultations:

  Fri 25 Oct 2024

  We would like to thank all parents/carers for taking the time to attend the consultation evenings this week. Your active involvement in your child's education is invaluable and we hope you enjoyed viewing their learning and hearing about their progress. Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment.