Latest Bilton C of E Junior School News

• Red Nose Day

  Tue 12 Mar 2024

  Our Junior Leadership Team has recently met to plan how the BJS community
  can actively participate in this impactful fundraising
  campaign, aimed at ending child poverty worldwide.
  They have opted for a £1 donation for wearing something
  red or non-uniform. Additionally, fun and exciting
  activities are scheduled to take place during the afternoon
  in our houses to commemorate this significant event.

   

  As 4EL are out on a trip there will be activities on Thursday afternoon. 4EL can also go on their trip on FRIDAY in NON UNIFORM/RED but warm & suitable for being outside please

  

• World Book Day

  Wed 06 Mar 2024
  

• The Mood Bears

  Wed 28 Feb 2024

  The Mood Bears came to BJS today and we all had a fantastic time! These delightful bears came to encourage us to all have open conversations about the complex world of emotions and to consider our own wellbeing as well as the wellbeing of others. Thank you to our wonderful visitors and to Ms Lewis for inviting them in.

   

  https://moodbears.com/

  as featured on Dragons Den!

   

   

  

• Parents' Evenings Bookings

  Thu 25 Jan 2024

  Booking for Parents Evening system goes live on Friday 26th January 2024 at 9am. There are two dates for Parents' Evenings: Monday 5th February and Wednesday 7th February.

  https://biltonjuniors.schoolcloud.co.uk/

   

• MHST Parent Anxiety workshop

  Tue 16 Jan 2024

  Due to popular demand...

  The Mental Health in Schools Team (MHST) are again providing their online workshop for parents around the topic of anxiety.

  Date: 22nd January 2023

  Time: 4pm

  Please find the details below to the zoom link. It may be worth mentioning that once you have entered the meeting details, there is an option to join the zoom meeting via browser (preferred option), rather than downloading the zoom application.          

  Access the meeting through this link:

   

  https://covwarkpt-nhs-uk.zoom.us/j/99741285926?pwd=SlI1Q3A0OU10K2VBQS9vMjJ3UkNVQT09

   

  Meeting ID: 997 4128 5926

  Passcode: 860297

   

  

• 5 Recommendations for Festive Storytimes

  Wed 13 Dec 2023

  1. Little Robin Red Vest by Jan Fearnley

  Recommended for: A classic festive story about kindness and the joy of giving to others

  Little Robin Red Vest is a charming picture book about the joy of giving that has the feel of a gentle Just-So story with a festive twist.

  The tale is likely to inspire children to tap into the spirit of giving that Robin demonstrates so unreservedly.

  This year marks the 25th anniversary of the story’s publication, and to celebrate Nosy Crow has released a new deluxe edition of the bestselling Christmas classic. You’ll find this story nestled among our Christmas picturebook favourites on the BooksForTopics Christmas Books for EYFS and KS1 booklist.

   

  2. The Christmas Carrolls by Mel Taylor-Bessent & Selom Sunu.

  Recommended for: A super-fun chapter book that is easy to read and provides plenty of humour and cheer

  Sprinkled with seasonal goodwill and a good dose of ho-ho-ho, this is a perfectly heart-warming and humorous read for the festive season and is the first in a series of three fun Christmassy stories.

  We thoroughly enjoyed this feel-good read with its loveable cast of characters, festive puns aplenty and themes of kindness, inclusion and sparing a thought for others in the community.

  The Christmas Carrolls is a top choice of story for KS2 and supporting resource sheets and activity ideas are available via the author’s website.

   

  3. Leah’s Star by Margaret Bateson-Hill & Karin Littlewood

  Recommended for: A nativity story told through the tender eyes of a young child.

  We love this tender retelling of the Nativity story through the eyes of Leah, the innkeeper’s daughter.

  he story is full of humanity and at its heart it depicts a young girl’s personal encounter with the very special baby at the centre of the nativity story.

  Illustrated with Karin Littlewood’s watercolour scenes, this beautiful picture book brings a familiar Christmas story to life through a fresh pair of eyes and is a worthy addition to your collection of nativity storybooks.

   

  4. The Boy Who Slept Through Christmas by Matt Lucas & Forrest Burdett

  Recommended for: An entertaining musical-turned-chapter-book with novelty value

  New for this year, The Boy Who Slept Through Christmas blends the enchantment of the festive season with the joy of music, and one that will appeal to the many children who love both. What sets this book apart is the addition of QR codes sprinkled throughout the narrative, linking to a musical soundtrack of songs that enhance the reading experience.  If you fancy a class sing-a-long, this might be just the right Christmas story for you.

  Drawing on his comedy and musical theatre background, Matt Lucas injects a whimsical charm and a touch of originality into the crowded market of Christmas chapter books this year. The story has earned a spot on our Christmas Booklist for KS2, and the songs and additional activities are available via the author’s website.

   

  5. Kid Christmas by David Litchfield

  Recommended for: A charming take on the origins of St Nicholas, with rich and detailed illustrations that appeal to all ages

  Celebrated author–illustrator David Litchfield offers a magical and festive picturebook about generosity and Christmas spirit, which could be enjoyed at different levels across the primary age range.

  Kid Christmas of the Claus Brothers Toy Shop is a fresh take on the origin story of Santa Claus (St. Nicholas). It is heartwarming and charming, while teaching about kindness, compassion and love. The illustrations detail Victorian street scenes and the magic of a toy workshop, as well as capturing facial expressions of delight and joy that allow the magic of Christmas to shine through.

  Kid Christmas is a beautiful and enjoyable book with stunning, rich illustrations accompanying a unique and thoughtful story that will entertain and delight. 

   

  https://www.booksfortopics.com/christmas-books-5-festive-story-recommendations-for-primary-schools/

   

   

   

   

   

   

   

• Parent Webinar - Online Safety 23rd November @19:00

  Thu 09 Nov 2023

  FREE Webinar: Creating a Safe Digital Playground for Your Child

  In support of Anti-Bullying Week, the online safety experts at Natterhub are hosting a FREE webinar for parents of 5-11 year olds. With a focus on Cyberbullying, it is an ideal opportunity to pick up practical tips and strategies for keeping your child safe and healthy online.

  Webinar Details

  Free Parent Webinar: Creating a Safe Digital Playground for Your Child Thursday 23 November at 1900hrs (GMT) Live stream on YouTube, no login required.

   

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_9mhZx8-ZE

   

• Wreath Making

  Thu 19 Oct 2023
  

• Online Parents workshop: Anxiety Monday 16th October 4pm

  Sat 14 Oct 2023

  In collaboration, with Rise a family of NHS – led services, the Mental Health in School Team (MHST) are providing an online workshop for parents around the topic of anxiety.

   

  As has been advertised in our school Bulletin this week, the MHST team have been doing some great work supporting children, teachers and families in providing emotional wellbeing and mental health advice.

   

  Our combined aim is to build resilience and empower children and young people (and adults) with the skills to help them deal with day to day life and to understand there are people out there who can provide support and advice.

   

  Date: Monday 16th September 

  Time: 4pm

   

  Please find the details below to the zoom link. It may be worth mentioning that once you have entered the meeting details, there is an option to join the zoom meeting via browser (preferred option), rather than downloading the zoom application.          

  Access the meeting through this link:

  Join Zoom Meeting

  https://covwarkpt-nhs-uk.zoom.us/j/92097541628?pwd=YXZ0NyswTWh3UWV4OGVZRnE2UGdrUT09

   

  Meeting ID: 920 9754 1628

  Passcode: 130845

  

• Book Fair

  Tue 03 Oct 2023

  Hunt's Bookfair will be in the school library Tuesday to Friday from 3.30 - 4.30pm this week.. Cash and Card accepted.