We just wanted to say Merry Christmas to everyone and all the best for the new year! We have had a fabulous start to the academic year and are looking forward to the Spring term. Thank you to anyone who sent in gifts or cards- this was very generous of you! We hope you all have a restful and happy holiday! With love from the Y6 Team

 It's difficult to believe that the first term of this academic year is already over! This week, we have been busy with our 'Courageous Advocacy' project, where we have completed a range of activities for displays around the school. We quilled a variety of instruments, made mountain climbing figures, and contributed to two whole school displays with our portraits and a gratitude feather. We have also completed a range of Christmas themed activities and had our playleader reward of a movie and popcorn!

 Yesterday, we all attended our annual Christmas Carol Service. We were entertained by a variety of musicians, a poem from our poet laureate and a talk led by Reverend Tasha. Our Year 6's read from The Bible and had written their own prayers to read. This was topped off by some festive carols. Thank you to both Father Simon and Reverend Tasha for hosting us! A special thank you to our photographer!

This weeks spelling pattern is: 'Creating diminutives using prefixes micro- or mini' These include words such as: minibus miniskirt minicam  minibeast  minicab  minimum  microscope  microchip  microphone  microwave

 This week our spelling pattern is: 'Word families based on common words, showing how words are related in form and meaning.' This includes words such as: suggest digest congestion gesture gestation lightning  daylight  enlighten  twilight  limelight

 Today, the children competed in the Canonium Learning Trust Tag Rugby Tournament.  The children did themselves proud and finished second.   

 This week we will be looking at the following spelling pattern: 'Word families based on common words, showing how words are related in form and meaning.'  This will include words such as:  temperature  temper  temperament  tempered  variety  vary  variation  varied  variable  variance

 On Monday 11th November,  Year 6 walked to Kelvedon War Memorial to hold their service of remembrance and to lay a wreath on behalf of all of the adults and children  at Kelvedon St Mary's. They shared poems and prayers that they had written, observed a two  minute silence and Reverend Tasha officiated. 

 Well, First of all, a huge well done to all of the children who represented KSM in the football tournament today. I (Mr Ladlow) could not have been prouder.  The team had won every single game leading up to the final and, unfortunately lost 1-0.  Here are some photos from today. 

 Please find attached our topic knowledge organiser for this half-term's topic- Paupers and Toffs

 The theme for this half-term's collective worship has been 'Christianity as a global and diverse faith' . During collective worship, we have explored Christianity around the world including questions such as:  How many Christians are there around the world? What does Christianity look like in other countries?  How could we recognise Christians around the world?  In what countries are there the most Christians? How do Christian celebrations vary around the world?  How do some people choose to dedicate their lives to God, e.g monks and nuns? How many languages has The Bible been translated into?  What does The Lord's Prayer sound like in other countries? We have really enjoyed learning about the rich and diverse Christian faith and how this compares to how we celebrate Christianity in our school.  Fun fact: Did you know know that there is a monastery in Tolleshunt Knights?

  On Tuesday, our year 5/6 football team once again travelled to Shurb End Community Pitch to compete in the next round of the North Essex Football Tournament after qualifying top of their league. The day started brilliantly for the team winning the first two games 2-0 and 2-1. Then, we went on to draw the next two games 0-0 against tough opposition. These results were then followed by a 4-1 and a 3-0 win. Our last game ended in a 1-1 draw. At the end of the tournament, we waited patiently for the results to be read out. The team managed to secure first place, beating the other seven teams. This now means that the team will take their place in the Essex County Finals next month. The team showed great respect and sportsmanship throughout the whole day. A massive well done. A huge thank you to all the adults who came to help and support too.