Whole School Newsletter 16 10 26

Year 5 have had an exhilarating three day visit to Gilwell Park in Waltham Abbey. It has been a trip full of exploration, co-operation and adventure, and as children return home today they will bring back wonderful stories and memories to share!

It was whizz, pop and bang for Years 1-3 at the amazing chemistry show with Dr Szydlo, inspiring the children about the power of chemistry. Some believed that his experiments were magic, but he explained that it was all the wonder of science!

More wonderful natural science in Nursery this week as we were visited by a parakeet who spent the morning on the climbing frame, allowing us an up-close nature study. We hope that Nursery’s fruit snacks tempt it back!

Year 6 toured Parliament, learning so much about history, democracy and how our laws are made. Children saw the Speaker, Rt. Honorable Lindsay Hoyle, and had the chance to sit in The House of Lords. Our new MP Sagal Abdi-Wali, who had only been sworn in on the previous day, met the class and was impressed by their carefully considered questions. A brilliant, informative trip and no cries of ‘Order!’ needed.

Best wishes,
Natalie and Sally

Info and News

Baby News

We are delighted to share the lovely news of the safe arrival of Zoe Davis’ baby girl!

Disco - Thursday 6-8pm

Get ready to dance at the EP Disco next Thursday from 6-8pm! From Monday next week payment cards will be on sale before and after school.

Entry is £2 for an adult and £1 for children. There will be a paying bar, pizza, chicken, chips and snacks on sale.

A few reminders:

All children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the disco;
Children remain the responsibility of their accompanying adult throughout the event;
Any photos taken must not be shared on social media, including Whatsapp;
Children, including ex-pupils, should not have phones whilst on site. Please leave them at home.

EP is allergy aware in our meal provision, and the food offered by our School Association (PTA) aligns with this.

To reduce risk, and also to provide an inclusive offering, food at the disco will exclude nuts and sesame and there will be a vegetarian option. No pork will be served.

For any food donated at this and any other event we request that:

shop bought items are provided in original packaging including allergen advice information.
homemade items exclude nuts and sesame and are labelled to identify other common allergens, inc dairy, eggs, soy (see 14 common allergens)

items are labelled as vegetarian, vegan or containing meat.

Thank you for your support in this.

This EP Disco is always a loud and joyous evening - we hope to see you there!

Halloween Costume Swap

Whether it is dressing-up for the Disco or getting ready for the spooky event itself, the PTA are arranging a Halloween Costume Swap next week. If you have any costumes, hats, masks, props etc. that you can donate, please add to the donation box and rack from Monday. These are then available to all parents and carers to choose from - for FREE, but of course voluntary donations are always welcome.

PTA News

A busy few months ahead for school events and our amazing PTA leads. Everyone is part of the PTA, so please get involved. Make sure to save the dates!

Next Thursday 22 October - EP Disco! 6-8pm
Friday 6 November - Winter Fair planning meeting - open to all straight after drop-off
Thursday 19 November 6:30pm - EPSA (Eleanor Palmer School Association) AGM - all are welcome.
Friday 4 December - Winter Fair 3-5pm

Harvest Appeal Friday 23 October

We are collecting food donations for Kentish Town Foodbank in our harvest appeal. Please bring donations into school on the morning of Friday 23rd. No fresh foods and please check that donations are in date and unopened. Whilst all donations are welcomed, in particular the foodbank is requesting the following items: tinned meat/fish, tinned veg/fruit, cooking oil, rice, UHT/powdered milk, jam/honey, shower gel, shampoo, conditioner and toothpaste. Many thanks!

Show Racism the Red Card

Children and staff wore red ribbons or clothes today as we found out more about Show Racism the Red Card, an anti-racism educational charity. Founded with footballer Shaka Hislop, the charity looks at how education can challenge racism in society. In football children understand a red card being used to stop something that is wrong. The charity teaches the concepts of respect and inclusion, using the symbolism of the red card to actively oppose and stop racism.

Author Massimo Fenati visiting Year 1-3 Friday 23rd

Massimo Fenati will be visiting Years 1-3 to talk about his PiriPenguins books following the success of his Piripenguins series on CBeebies. We're excited for the children to hear from a real author, ask questions about his career and see a live draw-along of his characters! Massimo will also be signing copies of his books for purchase from 3:20pm.

Half-Term Sports Camp at EP

Pro-Revo will run their half-term sports camp here at EP Monday 26th - Friday 30th October

9:00-3:00pm (short day) / 8:45-3:30pm (extended day)
Age: 5-12 year olds (no under 5s- sorry)
Activities: football, dodgeball, gymnastics, basketball, cricket, tennis, dance, hockey, parachute games and many more

To book your child’s place, please click on this link

If you have any queries, please email prorevolution.development@gmail.com

directly.

Nasal Flu Vaccine - Reception to Year 6

A reminder that the vaccination team are in school next Wednesday 21st October to administer the nasal flu vaccine. The flu vaccine is a quick, painless vaccine administered up the nostril. Sign-up for the vaccine is through a link texted and/or emailed directly to parents and carers, or on the link below. You cannot sign up on the day, so please do so ahead of time. The vaccine is only given with consent.

Nasal Flu Vaccine consent or decline

Next Week

Monday

8am Y5&6 Muliti-sports Club
3:30pm Junior Development Football

Tuesday

3:30pm Football Squad training
Y6 Orangery Farm
Y1 to the Heath

Wednesday

8-8:45am Dawn Chorus Choir
Nasal flu vaccine for Rec-Y6

3:30pm Y1 & 2 Multi-sports Club

Thursday

3:30pm Year 3 & 4 Multi-sports Club
Disco time 6-8pm!

Friday

3:30-4:30pm Year 2-6 Gym Club
Harvest Collection 9am - see poster below
Massino Fenati author book signing after school

Autumn Diary Dates

EP Disco - Thursday 22nd October

Nasal Flu vaccination Rec-Y6 Wednesday 21st October (with parental consent)
Harvest Collection - Friday 23rd October
Massino Fenati signing and book sale Friday 23rd 3:20pm
Half Term - 26th October - 30th October (Monday 2nd November is an INSET Day - children back on Tuesday 3rd Nov)
Winter Fair planning meeting - all welcome! Friday 6th November at drop-off in the Lab
Parent and Carer Progress Meeting - Wednesday 11th November 4 - 7:30pm and Thursday 12th November, 4-6:30pm
EPSA AGM - all are welcome! Thursday 19 November - 6:30pm
Winter Fair - Friday 4th December - 3-6pm
Christmas Holidays - Monday 21st December - Friday 1st January inclusive (Monday 4th Jan is an INSET day - Children back Tuesday 5th January).