Happy New Year

We return to school and nursery on Monday, 4th January.

We would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who sent Christmas presents for us in the Early Years Unit. It was very kind!

This week in Early Years we are going to read "Kipper's Snowy Day" by Mick Inkpen. It tells the story of Kipper the dog who has a day out in the snow with his friend Tiger. If you would like to help at home this week, you could talk about the weather with your child. What is your favourite weather? Why? Watch the weather forecast on the TV. What do the symbols mean?

Please remember that if your child is due to start school in September you need to apply for their school place via the Durham County Council website before 15th January. You need to do this even if your child is staying at Collierley.

We will still be going outdoors every day this term, as long as it is safe to do so. Please ensure that your child has a warm coat and suitable footwear with them every day. You are welcome to leave Wellington boots in school as long as they are labelled with your child's name.

PE day for Reception children will be Tuesday this term. Please make sure your child has their PE kit in school each week. PE kits can be left on your child's peg for the half term but again, please make sure all items are labelled with your child's name.

We have Clare from Debutots joining us again this term. She will be in each week to tell us a story and then help us to act it out. The children really enjoy these sessions and look forward to Clare's visits every week.

Finally, if you received a new mobile phone for Christmas and your number has changed (or any other contact details) please make sure the office have your new details. You can leave them with a member of the Early Years staff and we will make sure they are passed on.