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19h December

ROCKING STEADY AROUND THE CHRISTMAS TREE

What a way to end the term with the children and staff of Anson rocking the stage with their 4th gig! 
We would like to thank Tom from RockSteady for his continued commitment to helping the children shine at each performance. A special mention must also go to some of the children who stepped on to the stage for the first time as part of this event. They were all sensational. 
Plus, a huge thank you to Miss Murray for heading straight from her new school to join Playground Sound for the staff  performance. Videos of all the songs will be available on Anson TV soon. 

 

GOING FOR GOLD CERTIFICATES

This morning we celebrated over 240 children at Anson who have shown the highest standards of behaviour this term. 
During assembly we created the ultimate Golden Mexican Wave as children from Year 6 to year 1 all stood up as their name appeared on our screen. Each pupil received a certificate and a small gift in recognition of their excellence. 
Those who have remained ‘On Gold’ this term are on the way to a big reward at the end of the academic year. When a pupil receives certificates in all three school terms, they will qualify for the end of year reward. This could be a party, a film event or a special trip. So congratulations to those awesome ambassadors at Anson. We are very proud of you all. 

 

PLEASE TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS

As you will now be well aware Anson no longer sends text messages to parents. 
At a cost of £3,000 a year we could not afford the service. All communication now comes through the School Gateway app. Unfortunately, we sent 300 app notifications earlier this week for the newsletter (issue 434) and only 147 were read. We receive a number of calls, or chat to parents, about content we have already advertised in the newsletter. As you are reading this, please share in your What’s App groups that to ensure parents don’t miss out on news about clubs, events, school dates and emergencies they should switch on notifications in the app. This way they will not miss any news from Anson. Thank you. 

 

SPRING PE CHANGES

In the Spring Term there may be some changes to your child’s Physical Education timetable. Please see below for the days each year group will take part in PE. 

Nursery 
PE: Friday 
plus continuous provision

Reception
PE: Monday
plus continuous provision

Year One:
Indoor PE: Monday
Outdoor PE: Thursday 

Year Two
Indoor PE: 2R on Wednesday
Indoor PE: 2H on Friday
Outdoor PE: Monday

Year Three
Indoor PE: 3M on Tuesday
Indoor PE: 3A on Friday
Outdoor PE: Wednesday 

Year Four
Indoor PE: 4V on Tuesday 
Indoor PE: 4B on Friday
Outdoor PE: Wednesday 

Year Five
Indoor PE: Thursday 
Outdoor PE: Tuesday

Year Six
Indoor PE: 6H on Tuesday
Indoor PE: 6P on Wednesday 
Outdoor PE: Friday

SPRING TERM EVENTS

As always, there is much to be enjoyed during your time at Anson Primary School. The Spring Term is packed with events for families, children and the wider community. Take a look at what is coming up.

January 
Tuesday 6th January:    Children return to school 
Wednesday 21st January:    Big Me Day (pupils dress as future careers)    
Thursday 22nd January:    Battersea Class Assembly at 9.10am
Thursday 29th January:    Victoria Class Assembly at 9.10am

February
Thursday 5th February:    Mapesbury Class Assembly at 9.10am
Monday 9th February:    Children’s Mental Health Week 
Tuesday 10th February:    Safer Internet Day
Thursday 12th February:    Alexandra Class Assembly at 9.10am
Friday 13th February:               Festival of Food
Monday 16th    February:    Half Term
Monday 23rd    February:    Children return to school

March
Thursday 5th/ Friday 6th:    World Book Day (to be confirmed)
Thursday 5th/ Friday 6th:              World Book Day Dance (to be confirmed)
Monday 9th March:        Science Fortnight
Thursday 12th March:    Regent’s Class Assembly at 9.10am
Monday 16th March:    Easter Egg Hunt and Egg-hibition Launch
Thursday 19th March:    Parents’ Evening (3.40pm to 7.00pm)
Monday 23rd March:    Easter Eggs: The Egghibition
Thursday 26th March:    Hampstead Class Assembly at 9.10am
Thursday 26th March:               Bingo Night
Friday 27th March:        Last Day of Term

WINTER HOLIDAY CAMP

Anson will be hosting the Winter Holiday Camp with DFY this Christmas. 
The camp will run on the 22nd, 23rd, 29th and 30th of December at the school. 
Head over to the website for more details and to book your place: 
www.dfy.org.uk/winter2025

FASTER THAN MR PILE

Congratulations to Jana in 4V and Aws (3M) who are the latest pupils to beat Mr Pile’s time of 0.79s per question in TT Rockstars.

 2025 - A YEAR OF GROWTH AT ANSON

And finally, I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday. We are back on Tuesday 6th January. 
I have spent time reflecting with members of the Governing Body on the many highlights and achievements at Anson this year. From the relocation of classrooms to create our Early Years unit, to national recognition in the press, competition successes and the joy of coming together with Friends of Anson, there is much to celebrate.
Our expansion in September welcomed almost 30 new children and families, reflecting not only the popularity of our school but also demonstrating the strength of our community and the warmth of the Anson Family. 
We end 2025 full of positivity and look forward to the adventures 2026 will bring. Thank you for your continued support of the staff and of your children. I wish each and every member of the school peace and happiness. Take care of yourselves and each other. We’ll see you in January for more doses of happiness.