Broadbridge Primary School               Thursday 14th September 2023                               Note 2

After School Club – The Afterschool Club is running each day from 3:00 – 4:15 p.m.  It will finish at the same time as the Extra-Curricular Activities.  The closing time is STRICTLY       4:15 P.M, children must be collected at/before this time.  Children will leave the After School Club when the bell rings at 4:15 p.m.  If you feel that this cannot be managed or it will be at a rush, we advise that you make alternative arrangements for after school care.

School Provision Club Cost
Mon 18th Sept –

Fri 22nd Sept

Morning Club – 8:00-8:45 (£1 PER CHILD)
2-3PM Club – 2:00-3:00 (£2 PER CHILD)
Afterschool Club – 3:00-4:15 (£3 PER CHILD)

Please note:  All clubs must be booked in advance on the ParentPay App

 

Extra-Curricular Activities  

Day Activity Time & Venue Activity Supervisors
Monday 18th Cross-Country P5, 6, 7 3:00-4:15        At School Miss O’Neill

Miss Madden

Tuesday 19th Gaelic P4, P5, 6, 7 3:00-4:15        At School Mr McCloskey

(Assisted by coaches from both parish Gaelic clubs)

Wednesday 20th Skill School P1 & P2 2:00-3:00        At School Miss Natasha Irvine & assisting coaches
Skill School P3 & P4 3:00-4:15        At School
Thursday 21st Netball P5,6, 7 3:00-4:15        At School Mrs Teresa Gillespie

Mrs Mairead Hull

Friday 22nd Soccer P5, 6, 7 3:00-4:15        At School Mr Mc Laughlin & assisting coaches.
Be prepared for wet weather. Cross-Country, Gaelic & Soccer players bring boots and trainers. If you have any concerns or your child has particular medical needs, please contact the school office and bring to the attention of one of the people in charge.

All activities must be pre-booked on the ParentPay App with the exception of Skill School.

 

ParentPay –Apologies for the delay in receiving ParentPay activation letters. Activation letters for ParentPay will be sent out tomorrow for all new pupils. Parents must use the ParentPay App to book dinners, morning and evening clubs and extra-curricular activities. Children in receipt of Free School Meals must book their dinner using this App.

 

 

Parking at a place of Business – Parents are asked to be mindful of using business premises to park in whilst collecting pupils from school. We have parents that are using these premises to turn cars, park and leave cars unattended, parking and blocking the entrance and exit to the premises thus preventing potential customers from entering. Please be considerate of others and these businesses when you park in the afternoon.

 

 

Travelling to and from school – In the good weather we encourage children from KS2 to walk, scoot or cycle to and from school. Please wear a high-vis jacket if you are doing so. If you haven’t got one ask your class teacher.

 

Labelling all uniforms – Please label all uniform and sports gear brought into school.

 

Parents & Friends’ Association – The first meeting of the Parents & Friends’ Association meeting will take place in the school  on Thursday 21st September at 8:00 p.m. All new members are welcome to join.

 

 

Planned Giving – Thanks to the families that have signed up for planned giving this year and to those that continue to do so.  The planned giving money is a great source of income to provide valuable resources and extra classroom assistants within our school to the benefit of all pupils. Thank you.

 

Invitation to the Parish Mission – All parishioners are invited to attend the Parish mission which takes place from 16th–23rd September.

 

Roots of Empathy – We are looking for 2 families to take part in Roots of Empathy programme this year, the baby needs to be 2-4 months at the start of October.  If you are willing to take part, please contact the school office.

 

School Photographer – Primary 1 photographs must be ordered by 21st September to take advantage of the ‘Free Delivery’ offer.

 

New School Year Mass – Fr. Mc Dermott celebrated Mass on Wednesday morning with all staff and pupils in the Master’s Hall. Thanks to Fr Mc Dermott,to all the participants in the mass and to all the pupils throughout the school for their excellent behaviour during the mass.

 

Primary 7 Parents’ Meeting –  Parents will be given an opportunity to meet with the class teacher between Monday 25th -Wednesday 27th Sept. Information will be sent out to parents to enable them to book an appointment online.

 

SEAG Registration –Parents are reminded that the closing date for receipt of completed applications for the SEAG Entrance Assessment is Friday 22nd September 2023 at 5:00 p.m.

 

In the Community

 

Eglinton Eyecare – In memory of Jean’s husband, Ed, and to mark what would have been his 50th birthday month, we’re organising a fundraising Walkathon in Eglinton Village. This will be on Sat 23rd Sept @ 12 noon, starting at Eglinton Eyecare.

Anyone who would like to join us on this 3km walk is very welcome and all funds raised will go to the Cancer Fund for Children. This charity gave Jean’s family invaluable emotional support during Ed’s illness and invited them for therapeutic short breaks in Daisy Lodge, Newcastle, enabling them to connect with and gain support from other families living with a cancer diagnosis.

It has continued to be a great support since Ed’s passing, and we’d like to now give something back. If you’d like to help, but can’t join us at our event, donations are also welcome on our JustGiving page: https://www.justgiving.com/…/eglinton-eyecare-opticians…

Hoping to see some familiar faces on the day

 

Slaughtmanus GAC – will be hosting a coffee morning on Friday 29th September @ 10:30 a.m. in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support, everyone is welcome to attend. Click HERE to see attached brochure

Autism Support Cafés We are inviting parents and carers of children of all ages, who have:

  • an autism diagnosis
  • are awaiting an assessment
  • are displaying early indicators ( suggesting their child may be Neurodiverse),

to attend our next Autism Social Café with local support groups, information stalls and short workshops.

These event are in partnership with statutory services and community and voluntary organisations who can support families on their autism journey.

Our aim is to bring together parents, carers and organisations, to provide support and information on services available. We are hoping that parents and carers will help us shape our plans for future events across the WHSCT, provide feedback, ideas and suggestions. Input from parents and carers will be extremely valuable in the co-design of our future Social Cafés. Tea & Coffee provided. Booking is not required.  Any further questions email

ClaireA.Hamilton@westerntrust.hscni.net – Click HERE to see attached brochure.

Broadbridge Primary School               Thursday 7th September 2023                               Note 1

This is the ONLY WEEKLY NOTE that will be issued in paper format this year.  The weekly note will be published on the school website each Thursday https://broadbridgeprimaryschool.com/ and emailed to parents each week.  This note has also been sent by email.  If you did not receive the note, please contact the school office and we will update your information on our system.

After School Club – The Afterschool Club is running each day from 3:00 – 4:15 p.m.  It will finish at the same time as the Extra-Curricular Activities.  The closing time is STRICTLY       4:15 P.M, children must be collected at/before this time.  Children will leave the After School Club when the bell rings at 4:15 p.m.  If you feel that this cannot be managed or it will be at a rush, we would advise that you make alternative arrangements for after school care.

School Provision Club Cost
Mon 11th Sept –

Fri 15th Sept

Morning Club – 8:00-8:45 (£1 PER CHILD)
2-3PM Club – 2:00-3:00 (£2 PER CHILD)
Afterschool Club – 3:00-4:15 (£3 PER CHILD)

Please note:  All clubs must be booked in advance on the ParentPay App

 

Extra-Curricular Activities  

Day Activity Time & Venue Activity Supervisors
Monday 11th Cross-Country P5, 6, 7 3:00-4:15        At School Miss O’Neill

Miss Madden

Tuesday 12th Gaelic P4, P5, 6, 7 3:00-4:15        At School Mr McCloskey

(Assisted by coaches from both parish Gaelic clubs)

Wednesday 13th Skill School P1 & P2 2:00-3:00        At School Miss Natasha Irvine & assisting coaches
Skill School P3 & P4 3:00-4:15        At School
Thursday 14th Netball P5,6, 7 3:00-4:15        At School Mrs Teresa Gillespie

Mrs Mairead Hull

Friday 15th Soccer P5, 6, 7 3:00-4:15        At School Mr Mc Laughlin & assisting coaches.
Be prepared for wet weather. Cross-Country, Gaelic & Soccer players bring boots and trainers. If you have any concerns or your child has particular medical needs, please contact the school office and bring to the attention of one of the people in charge.

All activities must be pre-booked on the ParentPay App with the exception of Skill School.

 

ParentPay – Activation letters for ParentPay will be sent out tomorrow for new pupils.  In order to issue this information all SIMS documentation must be returned to the office as a matter of urgency.  Parents need to register to pay for school dinners and all activities associated with the school.  If you are experiencing difficulties registering, please contact the school office.

 

Medical Needs – If there are any changes to your child’s medical needs that occurred during the summer holidays, please contact the school office to ensure staff are informed.

 

Absences from school – Please report your child’s absence from school by calling the school office before the start of the school day on 7181 0520.

 

All Clothing – Please ensure all clothing and property is properly labelled to enable us to return lost property to its rightful owner.

 

Packed Lunch – Please ensure that all fruit is chopped into smaller pieces (i.e. grapes) especially for those in Foundation Stage & Key Stage 1.

 

Spare Change of Clothing – Primary 1, 2 & 3 pupils all require a change of clothing (trousers, t-shirt, underwear and socks) to be sent in.  Please place in a plastic bag with your child’s name and leave on their coat hook.

 

Change of Shoes – Please send in a change of footwear for children to change into at break time and lunch time preferably an old pair that they can leave at school.  Pupils should be wearing black shoes at all other times.  Trainers are needed for PE times.

 

Swimming – Swimming for Primary 6 pupils begins next week on Monday & Tuesday.  Primary 6 pupils will be given a note tomorrow outlining the details.

 

Google Classroom – All children P1-P7 will be issued with a new activation code for their new Google Classroom early next week.

 

Children Going Home – Please make your child/ren aware of how they are getting home in the afternoon.  The school office is constantly making/receiving phone calls during the school day to/from parents.  This causes a lot of disruption to the children in class.  Phone calls to the school should be kept to a minimum.

 

Planned Giving – Thanks to the families that have signed up for planned giving this year and to those that continue to do so.  The planned giving money is a great source of income to provide valuable resources and extra classroom assistants within our school to the benefit of all pupils.  Thank you.

 

Invitation to the Parish Mission – Please clicc HERE for an invitation to attend the Parish mission which takes place from 16th–23rd September.

 

Roots of Empathy – We are looking for 2 families to take part in Roots of Empathy programme this year, the baby needs to be 2-4 months at the start of October.  If you are willing to take part, please contact the school office.

 

School Menu – The school dinner menu is attached to this email; a copy is also available on the school website.  Next week is week 3 of the dinner menu.

 

Faughanvale Credit Union – The school saving scheme will be restarting every Tuesday from 12th September.  Any pupil who wishes to start the scheme can get an application form from the school office or the Credit Union.  All pupils previously registered with the scheme can continue to save as normal.

 

Ladies Netball – Ladies Netball Thursday at Broadbridge Primary School in the Master’s Hall begins next week 14th September at 8:00 p.m.  All ladies 18+ are welcome to join. Cost £3.

 

Click here to download the lunch menu option for weeks up to and including the weeke beginning Monday 6th February 2023.

 

 

We hope you and your family are well and have had an enjoyable summer. School will open
tomorrow Friday 1st September for all pupils. Children may enter the school from 8:45
a.m. onwards. Primary 1 pupils can, if they so wish, start school at 9:30 a.m. on the first few
days.

 

Broadbridge Primary School                                                                     Friday 23rd June 2023                                           Note 39

School Diary:      Tuesday 27th June – Leavers’ Mass at 11:15 a.m. in the Master’s Hall

           Friday 30th June – School closes 12 noon – please ensure your child knows how                                                                they are getting home.

SCHOOL PROVISION CLUB COST
Mon 26th June –

Fri 30th June

Morning Club – 8:00-8:45 (£1 PER CHILD)
2-3 PM Club – 2:00-3:00 (£2 PER CHILD)
Afterschool Club – 3:00-4:15 (£3 PER CHILD)
PLEASE NOTE:  ALL CLUBS MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE ON THE PARENTPAY APP

There will be no 2:00-3:00 Club nor 3:00- 4:15 Afterschool Club on Friday 30th June.

 

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

DAY ACTIVITY TIME & VENUE ACTIVITY SUPERVISORS
Wednesday

28th June

Skill School P1 & P2 2:00-3:00     At School Mr Ricky Fernandez &

Assisting Coaches

Skill School P3 & P4 3:00-4:15     At School

 

Leavers’ Mass – Primary 7 Leavers’ Mass will take place on Tuesday 27th June at 11:00 a.m. in the Master’s Hall. Primary 7 pupils will be asked the expected numbers on Monday. Refreshments will be served after the Mass in the Master’s Hall.

 

School Books – Please return all school and library books before the end of term.  This is extremely important as they are needed for next year’s classes.

 

School Football Kit – We have quite a few pieces of the school kit missing and would appreciate it if they could be returned before the end of next week.  We appreciate that your child may have their own kit, but our shorts have the school crest on them to the front.  Our football tops do not have any numbers on the back but all the children’s tops have and are also initialled.  We would ask that these are checked for and returned as soon as possible.  Thank you.

 

Gaelic Team – A huge congratulations to the School Gaelic team who were narrowly beaten in the final of Francis Lagan Finals at Owenbeg. on Friday past. They have made us so proud of all their achievements this year.

 

School Reports – A copy of your child’s school report has been sent out today. Please sign the accompanying letter and return to the class teacher on Monday. If you wish to speak to the class teacher a time will be allocated for a phone call on Tuesday 27th June.

 

P7 Gortatole Residential Trip – Well done to all the P7 children who went to Gortatole this week.  They were extremely well behaved, mannerly and cooperative.  They took part enthusiastically in all the activities and showed great teamwork.  We hope they have made memories that will last a lifetime and enjoyed their final trip away with Broadbridge P.S.  We wish them all the best as they transition into their new schools.

 

McGinnis Group – Are working with a charity called Shalom Center for Conflict Resolution & Reconciliation, Africa (Shalom) and are raffling a 2020 Ford Fiesta to raise funds. Tickets are £20 and available at the school office, car is on view at Mc Ginnis Group office, all proceeds will go to the charity. Shalom focuses on the root cause of violence in the tribal lands of eastern Africa. It was created in 2009 in the wake of persistent widespread violence and dislocation across northern Kenya, and in the aftermath of the disputed Kenyan elections. Shalom has made a major impact on peace initiatives in this vital strategic of Africa.

ParentPay – Please ensure that all payments for outstanding items on the ParentPay system are made before the end of the school year so that the year 2022-23 can be closed off. Thank you.

 

Thanks – Our Thanks to Jennifer Neff of XYZ Space Ltd. Who sponsored t-shirts for the school netball team.

 

School Calendar – The school calendar is attached to this note today. Once dates for First Communion, Confirmation and Sports Day has been confirmed, we will inform all parents/guardians.

 

Congratulations – To the girls’ soccer team who won the David Nicholl Primary Schools Football Tournament hosted by Limavady Youths’ Football Club today. Well done girls! 😊

 

Lost Property – We have lots of school jumpers that have not been claimed that are in perfect condition. They will be outside the Master’s hall on Monday from Monday. Please come and take if you wish as they will be disposed of at the end of the year. It could save you buying them over the summer.

 

The staff at school would like to express sincere thanks to all our families for your fantastic support throughout the year.

We wish each and every one of you a safe, happy and healthy summer break. 😊

Broadbridge Primary School                 Thursday 29th  June 2023     Note 40

School Diary : Friday 30th June – School closes 12 noon – please ensure your child knows how they are getting home.

Friday 1st September – School reopens for all pupils at 9:00 a.m.

SCHOOL PROVISION CLUB COST
Fri 30th June Morning Club – 8:00-8:45 (£1 PER CHILD)
PLEASE NOTE:  ALL CLUBS MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE ON THE PARENTPAY APP

There will be no 2:00-3:00 Club nor 3:00- 4:15 Afterschool Club on Friday 30th June.

 

Tomorrow is no uniform day!!!

Children Going Home on Friday 30th June for Summer Holiday – Parents are asked to ensure that the children know how they are travelling home tomorrow, particularly if there is a change to the normal routine.  Walkers,Yellow bus children and those going across the ‘Blue Bridge’ will leave at  11:45 a.m. Children getting picked up by car will leave at 12 noon Please drive slowly and with care as you approach the school as there will be a lot of excited children about.

Cloakrooms – Children are reminded to take all belongings from the cloakrooms tomorrow before going home, coats, spare clothes and trainers need to be taken home.

 

School Books – Please return all school and library books before the end of term.  This is extremely important as they are needed for next year’s classes.

 

ParentPay – Please ensure that all payments for outstanding items on the ParentPay system are made before the end of the school year so that the year 2022-23 can be closed off. Thank you.

 

Free School Meals – The application process for Free School Meals and Uniform Grants is now open. If you follow the link, you can check eligibility for applying. Please apply as soon as possible, as they do become inundated with applications close to the end of the summer break resulting in a delay in the process. https://www.eani.org.uk/financial-help/free-school-meals-uniform-grants/apply-for-free-school-meals-uniform-grants

 

Classes for next year – Children will be informed tomorrow who their teacher is for September 2023 and where the class is situated.

 

 

All the staff at school would like to express our sincere thanks to all our families for all your support throughout the year. We wish each and everyone of you a safe, happy and healthy summer break. 😊

Free School Meals – The application process for Free School Meals and Uniform Grants is now open. Please apply as soon as possible, as they do become inundated with applications close to the end of the summer break resulting in a delay in the process.

Click HERE to check your elegibility for Free School Meals.

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Broadbridge Primary School                                                          Wednesday 14th June 2023                                           Note 38

School Diary:      School Closed to pupils Friday 16th June – Staff Development Day

                              Gortatole Residential trip – Mon 19th – Thur 22nd June

SCHOOL PROVISION CLUB COST
Mon 19th June –

Fri 23rd June

Morning Club – 8:00-8:45 (£1 PER CHILD)
2-3 PM Club – 2:00-3:00 (£2 PER CHILD)
Afterschool Club – 3:00-4:15 (£3 PER CHILD)
PLEASE NOTE:  ALL CLUBS MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE ON THE PARENTPAY APP

 

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

DAY ACTIVITY TIME & VENUE ACTIVITY SUPERVISORS
Wednesday

21st June

Skill School P1 & P2 2:00-3:00     At School Mr Ricky Fernandez &

Assisting Coaches

Skill School P3 & P4 3:00-4:15     At School

 

Sports Day – Thank you to all who contributed to Sports Day in anyway on Friday past. To staff throughout the school, to the Parents & Friends Association and other helpers. It really was a fantastic day enjoyed by all who were present. We were blessed to have such weather and of course Gabriel. Thank you so much.

 

Gaelic Team – Please come and support our Gaelic team in the Francis Lagan Finals this Friday the 16th June at Owenbeg. Gates open at 7:00 p.m. with games beginning at 7:30 p.m. Free entry for all. Your support is welcomed! Let’s go Broadbridge!!!! 😊

 

Presents for Staff – Please do not feel that you must buy presents for any staff at the end of this school year. Staff are very aware of the financial constraints placed on all families and do not expect anything from the children in their class.

Please find a list of school trips below.

Class Date Venue
P7 Mrs Gillespie Monday 19th June – Thursday 22nd June Gortatole Outdoor Centre
Mr McCloskey
Mr Morrison
P3 Mrs Harkin Tuesday 20th June Tropical World

Letterkenny

Miss O’Neill
P2 Mrs Hueston Thursday 22nd June Lurgybrack Fun Farm

Letterkenny

Mrs Tracey
P1 Mrs Quinn Tuesday 27th June Sperrin Fun Farm Feeney
Miss Wade
P4 Mrs Lynch Wednesday 28th June Tropical World

Letterkenny

Miss Maguire
P6 Mrs Bradley Wednesday 28th June Buncrana Beach & BBQ
Mr Logue

 

Primary 7 Information – P7 HAVE RECEIVED AN ADDITIONAL NOTE WITH FURTHER INFORMATION.