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With the end of Term 1 and start of Winter break, we wish you all happy holidays! Take the VHPS Bear along on your adventures, snap some photos, and share your meaningful experiences with us. 🌍 Whether you are exploring the great outdoors or immersing yourself in local culture, we would love to see it all!

📸 Do not forget to tag us @vhprimary and use #VHPSBearAdventures to join the fun. Let us create unforgettable memories together!

Regards,

VHPS Team

Kind regards,
The VHPS Team

Dear Parents,

We are delighted to announce our upcoming Around the World Day on Monday, 13th January, and we greatly appreciate your enthusiasm and willingness to volunteer for this special event.

‘Around the World’ Day is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the diverse cultures represented within our school community, while fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of the wider world. This year, we aim to make the event as educational and enriching as possible for our pupils.

What We Envision for the Stalls

We encourage each stall to showcase the richness of its chosen country with a focus on learning and exploration. Here are some ideas to include:

• Geography: Highlight the country’s capital city, major landmarks, and famous rivers.
• Famous Figures: Share information about notable individuals such as historical figures, athletes, or artists.
• Language: Teach simple phrases like “hello”, “goodbye”, and “how are you?” in the local language.
• Culture and Arts: Feature traditional music, artwork, or crafts.
• Trivia: Fun facts to engage the children and spark their curiosity.

The children will be given passports for the event, allowing them to “travel” from stall to stall. Each time they visit a country, they will receive a stamp for their passport, making the day both interactive and memorable.

Event Details

• Setup Time: Volunteers are welcome to arrive from 6:30 am to set up their displays. Please ensure your tables are ready by 8:00 am for a smooth start to the event.
• Event Timing: The festivities will run from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm.
• Tables: Each table measures 72 cm x 153 cm and will be placed outdoors. We have three tables near the canteen with power sockets, allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Please let us know in advance if you require this facility.

Food Guidelines

If you plan to share food as part of your display, we kindly request that you prioritise healthier options and avoid nuts entirely to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all pupils.

Important Note

This event is exclusively for pupils. Only parents volunteering to run a stall will be permitted on school premises during the event.

If you would like to volunteer or have any questions, please contact Ms Emma Woods at parentliaison@vhprimary.com.

Your support and participation are vital to making this event a success. We look forward to working together to create a fun, educational, and memorable Around the World Day for the children.

Thank you for your continued commitment to our school community!

 

 

Kind regards,
VHPS Team

Dear Parents,

We are thrilled to announce that The Wizard of Oz will be showing at the QE2 Theatre from 14th to 24th December. This delightful family-friendly show brings a festive twist to the beloved classic, promising laughter, excitement, and buckets full of joy. We are excited to share a special discount code for VHPS community: VHPS10

This code works for all shows except the blackout dates (21st, 22nd, 23rd, and 24th December) and the opening day. Tickets for the opening day are already discounted by 25%!

Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to enjoy a magical performance.

Regards,

VHPS Team

Dear Parents,

As we approach the end of Sports Season 1, I’d like to take a moment to thank you for your support throughout the term. The students have shown great dedication, and we’ve seen wonderful progress across all our sports activities. Please now read the important information below regarding plans for Term 2 Sports.

End of Season 1

Please note that Sports Season 1 has now officially drawn to a close. This means there will be no further training sessions for Boys’ Football or Girls’ Netball during the final two weeks of term.

Additionally, there will be no more ISD Cross Country ECA sessions until they resume on January 7th.

If any teams qualify for finals, these details will be communicated separately through the relevant squad Seesaw groups.

Term 2 Assessments

In preparation for Sports Season 2, the following assessment slots will take place during the remainder of Term 1:

Please note that current Swim Squad members are not required to attend the Term 2 swimming assessments, as we already have up-to-date timings which can be cross-checked.

Additionally, students attending swim squad assessments should be in the Sharks group or an equivalent level to ensure they are adequately prepared for the required standards.

Only selected Year 2 students are required to attend the swimming assessment.

Date	Time	Location	Details
Wednesday, 4th & 10th December	6:45-7:30 am	ISD Field (adjacent to the ISD Padel Centre)	– U9 (Year 3 & 4 combined) Girls Rip Rugby – U11 (Year 5 & 6 combined) Girls Rip Rugby – Year 3 Boys Rip Rugby – Year 4-6 Boys Contact Rugby
Tuesday, 5th December	6:30-7:30 am	School Swimming Pool	Year 2 Swimming Assessment
Tuesday, 10th December	14:20-15:30	School Swimming Pool	Year 3 & 4 Swimming Assessment
Thursday, 12th December	14:20-15:30	School Swimming Pool	Year 5 & 6 Swimming Assessments

All other assessments will take place after the Winter Break.

Season 2 Sports

Looking ahead, Season 2 will begin after the Winter Break and will include the following sports:

• Boys (Year 3-6): Swimming, Gymnastics, Rip & Contact Rugby
• Girls (Year 3-6): Swimming, Gymnastics, Rip Rugby, Girls Football
• Inclusive (Year 3-6): Cross Country
• Select Squad Only: BSME Training

Term 2 Training and Fixture Schedule

**If you see a clash with your child’s current swim squad slot and an additional scheduled training session, please reach out to Mr Mo who will plan accordingly.

Day	AM Training	PM Training and Fixture Days
Monday	U9 Gymnastics / Year 6 Swim Squad	Year 3 & 4 Girls Football Fixtures / Year 3 & 4 Boys Rugby Fixtures
Tuesday	Year 5 & 6 Girls Football / Year 3 Swim Squad / Year 3-6 ISD Cross Country / Year 2 Swim Squad	Year 5 & 6 Swim Squad / Year 3-6 Girls Rip Rugby Fixtures / Swim Galas / Aquathon / Athletics / Cross Country
Wednesday	Year 3-6 ISD Rugby Training / Year 4 Swim Squad	Year 5 & 6 Girls Football Fixtures / Year 5 & 6 Boys Rugby Fixtures
Thursday	BSME Training / Year 5 Swim Squad	Year 3 & 4 Swimming
Friday	U11 Gymnastics / Year 3 & 4 Girls Football

Thank you once again for your continued support. We look forward to another successful sports season in 2024!

Warm Regards

Team VHPS