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• Save the Children’s Christmas Jumper Day on Thursday 12th December 2024.

  Tue 03 Dec 2024

  We are excited to announce that the children of Burnside are invited to take part in Save the Children’s Christmas Jumper Day on Thursday 12th December 2024.

  This fun and festive day is part of the UK’s biggest Christmas party, and we would love for all the children to join in by wearing their Christmas jumpers!

  In support of this wonderful cause, we ask for a £1 donation for Save the Children, which will go towards helping children around the world.

   

  If your child has outgrown their Christmas jumper and you would like to donate it, please feel free to bring it into school. We will happily accept any donations of jumpers that can be passed on to other children who may need one.

  Let’s make this Christmas Jumper Day extra special and help create lasting change for children in need.

   

  We look forward to seeing the children in their festive jumpers and thank you for your support!

  

• Christmas Lunch and Christmas Jumper Day!

  Tue 03 Dec 2024

  A quick reminder that Thursday 5th is our school Christmas Lunch Day! Children are invited to wear their own clothes, and they are welcome to wear a Christmas jumper if they wish to join in the festive spirit.

   

  The lunch menu has already been shared, and we are pleased to inform you that we have added a Halal turkey/chicken option for those who require it. As a diverse school with families from a range of cultures and religions, we invite everyone to join us in our Christmas celebration, just as we celebrate other religious festivals such as Diwali and Eid. We aim to celebrate all our cultures together.

   

  We look forward to celebrating this special day with the children!

  

• Zero carbon goal by 2030

  Tue 03 Dec 2024

  Last week, Mrs. Willis and I had a productive meeting with colleagues to help us create an action plan aimed at meeting the zero carbon goal by 2030. I am delighted to share that the work we have already done puts us in a fantastic position to move forward.

   

  To continue improving, we will be working closely with the catering company to enhance how we dispose of food waste, analysing opportunities to further save on fuel costs, and implementing our planned uniform swaps to ensure we are doing as much as we can to contribute to this important goal.

   

  We would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support as we work towards a more sustainable future.

  

• Set up reminders

  Tue 03 Dec 2024

  As we’ve entered December, we have lots of exciting things planned for the children! Please remember that you can use the calendar to set up reminders to help you keep track of important dates, such as your child’s class party, performance dates, Christmas lunch, and more. This will ensure you never miss out on any festive fun!

• Reminder - We are a nut free school

  Tue 19 Nov 2024 Headteacher

  Please be reminded that we are a nut free school.
  This policy applies to our school caterers Creative Management, as well as packed lunches and snack boxes prepared at home.
  
  'Nut' refers to tree nuts and peanuts but for some children, allergies can extend to sesame seeds, sesame oils and pine nuts. We ask that you take care when selecting items for your child’s packed lunch and snack boxes and not include nuts or items that contain nuts e.g. peanut butter, Nutella chocolate spread and granola bars containing nuts.

• The World's Largest Lesson - Global Goals

  Fri 15 Nov 2024 Headteacher

  🌍✨ Burnside is thrilled to be taking part in the World’s Largest Lesson!

  In 2015, leaders from all 193 countries of the United Nations came together to create the Global Goals—an ambitious, world-changing plan to make the future brighter for everyone. At Burnside, we believe that by teaching our students about these goals, we can inspire them to make a real difference and show them that a better world is possible.

   

  This year, the Global Goals are coming to life across every year group in Key Stage 2 at Burnside. Here's how:

  • Year 3 will focus on

  Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being—discovering how to live healthier lives.

  Goal 4: Quality Education—recognizing the power of learning for everyone.

  Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy—learning about sustainable energy solutions.

  • Year 4  will explore

  Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation—understanding the need for clean water for all.

  Goal 1: No Poverty—exploring how we can help create a world without poverty.

  Goal 13: Climate Action—taking steps to fight climate change.

  • Year 5  will focus on

  Goal 2: Zero Hunger—learning about the importance of food for all.

  Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities—fighting inequality in all forms.

  Goal 11 - Sustainable Cities and Communities

  • Year 6 will focus on

  Goal 5: Gender Equality—championing fairness and equality for all genders.

  Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production—learning how to protect our planet by using resources wisely. Goal

  15: Life on Land—taking action to protect our ecosystems and wildlife.

  Together, we are shaping a generation that understands the power of these goals and is ready to make a lasting impact on the world.

  To learn more and join the movement, visit: The World's Largest Lesson.

  

• Charitable Giving

  Fri 15 Nov 2024

  Dear Parents and Carers,

  Each year, our pupils select three charities to support: one local, one national, and one global, allowing us to make a positive impact at multiple levels. The three charities we will be supporting this year are Cramlington Food Bank (local), Show Racism the Red Card (national), and WWF (global).

  Our first two charity events took place just before half term. We linked one to our Harvest Festival celebrations and the United Nations Global Goal number 2 - Zero Hunger learning about the importance of food for all. The Food Bank has asked me to pass on their gratitude for the volume of food donations received.

   

  The second event was our support for Show Racism the Red Card, where we raised £483, and the children in Year 5 benefited from participating in workshops. This links closely with Global Goal 10, reduced inequalities. Learning about the importance of fighting inequality in all forms.

   

  Through curriculum lessons, pupils will continue to explore the importance of charitable giving and how it connects to our core value of kindness.

   

  Thank you for your continued support.

  

• Parents Consultation

  Fri 25 Oct 2024

   

  We are excited to share the dates for our Autumn Parent Teacher Consultations.

  This year, we will continue to offer both virtual and face-to-face appointments, allowing you to choose the option that best fits your needs. To manage attendance and minimise wait times in the school hall, we have designated specific days for each year group.

   

  Please complete the below google form to indicate your preference Parents Consultation

   

  Please note that virtual appointments will begin at 1:00 PM, and once those are completed for each class, teachers will transition to face-to-face meetings.

  Here are the consultation dates:

  • 11th November: 1:00-5:15 PM - Year 5
  • 12th November: 1:00-5:15 PM - Year 6
  • 13th November: 1:00-5:15 PM - Year 4
  • 14th November: 1:00-5:15 PM - Year 3
  • 18th November: 1:00-5:15 PM - Year 2
  • 19th November: 1:00-5:15 PM - Year 1
  • 20th November: 1:00-5:15 PM - Reception
  • 21st November: 1:00-5:15 PM - Nursery

   

  Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to seeing you!

• Halloween Party Arrangements

  Wed 23 Oct 2024

  We are delighted to share additional information about the Burnside Out of School Provision Halloween Party on 31st October. We have been thrilled by the number of children wanting to attend. If your child is no longer able to attend, please email the school office so we can allocate a place to a child on the reserve list.

   

  Party Details:

  Arrival: Please bring your child to the main school reception where our out-of-school club staff will greet you and escort your child into the school hall where the party will take place. Parents are asked to leave the school site whilst the party is underway.

  Entertainment: We are excited to have our regular disco/party provider in attendance to ensure all the children are entertained.

  Snacks and Drinks: After the disco and party games, children will be offered snacks and a drink before having some free time to cool down and play outside. Please ensure they have a coat.

  Dismissal: Children will be dismissed via the main school entrance. Your child's password will be required if a relative or family friend is collecting them on your behalf. Please ensure you arrive in good time to collect.

  Dress Code: Children are welcome to dress up for the party. Other than their coat, they do not need to bring anything else with them.

  Childcare: If your child is booked into childcare, staff will transport them from the grey building to the party in the school hall and back again.

   

  We look forward to a fantastic event and seeing your child's creative costumes!

• BBFC Art Competition

  Wed 23 Oct 2024

  BBFC Art Competition

  The British Board of Film Classification are giving the opportunity for children to have their artwork on the silver screen! The competition requires children to create artwork of Sonic The Hedgehog. The winner will have their artwork appear next to the Sonic The Hedgehog 3 classification card before every showing of the film in U.K cinemas.

   

  For further information visit https://www.bbfc.co.uk/education/create-the-card-competition-2024

   

  Good luck!