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Wyndham Road, Ealing, London, W13 9TE
Fielding
Primary School and Nursery
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Fielding has been awarded the Ant-bullying Alliance silver award in recognition of the ongoing work we are doing in the United Against Bullying programme. Here is what they said:
Firstly, thank you for all the work you’ve done on the United Against Bullying (UAB) programme. We were completely blown away by the amount of work done by schools to reduce bullying and improve wellbeing for pupils and I’m delighted to announce that we’re awarding you United Against Bullying SILVER School status - congratulations! This is not an easy award programme and you should be incredibly proud of what you have achieved!
Find out more about the work we do:
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Spring has definitely arrived in the garden...
ISS's new menu from w/c 15th April to October 2024 is now available to view.
School meals are planned around a three week menu cycle.
Children can take any meal for any number of days and should pre-book their meals through the Feeding Hungry Minds website.
Copies of the menu are also available from the School Office.
Saturday 11 May is the annual Fielding School Disco Day and this year we are offering a disco for the kids in the school hall with snacks and drinks available to purchase, and a refreshment area for the adults outside. The disco is £2 per child - adult tickets not necessary..
Timings are as follows:
Nursery & Reception 12.30pm – 1.30pm
Year 1 & 2: 1:50pm - 2:50pm
Year 3 & 4: 3.10pm – 4:10pm
Year 5 & 6: 4:30pm – 5.30pm
Only children for correct year groups can enter the disco at that time. Children remain parents’ responsibility at all times; at least one adult per five kids please. We look forward to seeing you there!
Volunteers will be needed on the day. Please contact the PTFA if you help on the day – fieldingptfa@gmail.com
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Join us for the first in a series of sessions for parents of pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Come together with school leaders to talk about SEND provision. The session will be hosted by the Ealing Parent & Carer Forum and will be joined by representatives from Ealing Local Authority
To help us plan for the session please scan the QR code attached or click on this link.
As we look to next term, we ask parents of children in Years 2-6, to purchase a copy of the Whole Class Reading Book for their child. These lessons run in a similar format to English lessons and explicitly teach the children a range of reading strategies in a challenging and engaging way. You can find the book titles, and a link to purchase the book for Summer Term, on your child's Year Group Noticeboard.
If your child has a Pupil Premium Passport, we will provide your child with a copy of the class text free of charge. Please speak to your child's class teacher if you do not receive a grant but will be unable to provide the book due to financial reasons. Many thanks for your support.
Each year, we ask our children to choose three charities they would like to support. We choose one local charity, one national charity and one global charity to support throughout the school year. For more information about how we choose charities, please see here.
This year we have already held a school fundraiser for Ealing food bank in the Autumn term. On Wednesday 24th April we will hold our second charity event for the national charity Cancer Research.
On the day the pupils will be learning about the importance of supporting charities and how this links to one of our school values, empathy. In class pupils will be making a class empathy paper chain, sharing their ideas of how else they can demonstrate empathy towards others.
To support the charity, we ask families to donate a small monetary contribution on Wednesday 24th April (we suggest £1.) The money will be collected from classes and donated to the charity to support the important work that they do.
Teachers have carefully planned the values lesson to be mindful and sensitive to pupils who have been directly impacted by cancer.
Mathematics is often seen as a daunting subject for many children, and as parents, we strive to support our little ones in their journey to mastering it. One fundamental aspect of math that serves as a cornerstone for further learning is understanding times tables. While it might seem like a simple concept, the importance of times tables cannot be overstated, especially in the early years of a child's education. So, why are times tables so crucial, and how can parents help their children excel in this area?
Foundation for Mathematical Skills: Times tables provide the foundation upon which numerous mathematical concepts are built. From multiplication and division to fractions, decimals, and even algebra, a solid grasp of times tables lays the groundwork for more complex mathematical operations. Just as a house needs a strong foundation to stand tall, a child needs a firm understanding of times tables to tackle more advanced math with confidence.
Speed and Accuracy: Proficiency in times tables enables children to solve mathematical problems quickly and accurately. Imagine trying to navigate through a maze without a map – it would be slow and frustrating. Similarly, without knowing times tables, children may struggle to solve problems efficiently, leading to frustration and a lack of confidence in their mathematical abilities.
Confidence Booster: When children know their times tables inside out, they feel more confident in their mathematical abilities. Confidence is key to success in any subject, and math is no exception. A confident child is more likely to actively participate in class, take on challenging problems, and ultimately, excel academically.
Real-World Applications: Times tables have numerous real-world applications beyond the classroom. From calculating shopping bills and telling time to understanding interest rates and cooking measurements, multiplication skills are used in various everyday scenarios. By mastering times tables, children develop practical skills that they can apply throughout their lives.
Building Mental Math Skills: Knowing times tables by heart enhances children's mental math abilities. Mental math is not only useful in everyday situations where a calculator may not be available but also strengthens critical thinking and problem-solving skills. By practicing times tables regularly, children sharpen their mental math abilities, making them more adept at tackling mathematical challenges.
So, as parents, how can we support our children in mastering times tables and reaping the benefits that come with it?
Practice, Practice, Practice: Encourage your child to practice times tables regularly. Set aside dedicated time each day for practicing multiplication facts through games, flashcards, or online resources. Every KS2 child at Fielding has access to Times Table Rock Stars and every KS1 child has access to Numbots. We recommend that children engage with these programs at home at least 4 times a week for between 8-10 minutes.
Make it Fun: Incorporate fun activities and games into learning times tables to keep your child engaged and motivated. Whether it's a multiplication bingo game or a times tables race against the clock, making learning enjoyable can significantly enhance retention. Check out this article from Third Space Learning for ideas of how to learn times tables at home.
Use Real-Life Examples: Show your child how times tables are used in everyday life. Involve them in activities that require multiplication, such as baking, setting the table, or calculating pocket money. Connecting times tables to real-world scenarios makes learning more meaningful and memorable.
Provide Positive Reinforcement: Celebrate your child's progress and achievements in learning times tables. Offer praise and encouragement to boost their confidence and motivation. Positive reinforcement reinforces the importance of mastering times tables and encourages continued effort.
Understanding times tables is not just about memorising numbers; it's about building a strong mathematical foundation, enhancing problem-solving skills, and boosting confidence. Use this Easter break as an opportunity to do each of these things and enjoys maths together with your child.
As we approach Easter, pupils are eagerly awaiting the start of the next TTRS Easter Battle of the Bands.
Times Tables Rock Stars (TTRS) continues to be the greatest phenomenon of learning times tables at Fielding as it is fun and challenging for all of our pupils. Through its carefully sequenced programme of daily times tables practice, it ensures no child is left behind in practice and for those that are confident, over-practice is ensured to increase higher levels of automaticity.
What is a Battle of the Bands?
A Battle of the Bands is a fun way to get groups of pupils competing against each other and a great way to sustain pupils' enthusiasm in practicing times tables on TTRS. This battle will be between all classes in Years 3, 4 and all classes in Years 5 and 6.
When will it begin/end?
The Fielding Battle of the Bands will being on Friday 29th March at 7.00am and will end on Sunday 14th April at 6.00pm. Two battles will take place during these dates and times:
How to play:
Pupils can login via their personalised username and passwords. If they are unsure of this, they can check with their class teacher.
Click here to access the site.
Check out TTRS '3 Top Tips for Battle of the Bands' video so you know how to give your class the best chance of success.
How to earn points:
Every correct answer in any game type is worth 1 point towards the class team. Pupils can play in Garage, Rock Slam, Soundcheck, etc and earn 1 point per correct answer.
Pupils should not confuse Battle points with coins! Coins are separate. They will still earn 10 coins per correct answer in the Garage, 5 per correct Soundcheck and 1 coin per correct answer everywhere else.
Prizes
The winning class will be announced when we return to school in April and will win:
From the winning class, the pupil who scores the most points for their class team will win:
TTRS promotes the "little and often" technique which is why pupils only need to play between 8-10 minutes a day as part of their daily practice and whilst doing this over the holiday they will be earning those points for their class band! To promote this further, a competition minutes restriction has been set to '30 minutes' to stop children from excessive screen-time during the holidays.
As Maths Lead, I am really egg-cited to see which classes will be crowned Easter champions!
The question is... who will it be?
Another successful term comes to an end. A key focus for the school continues to be preparing pupils for the next phase of their education, whether that is progressing from Nursery to Reception, Key Stage 1 to 2, or from Year 6 on to high school. We were thrilled to see that the hard work of the leadership team, school staff and pupils culminated in Fielding finding itself in the top 2% of primary schools in the country as a result of the maths, reading and writing key assessments last year. Well done everyone!
Thank you to all the parents that took part in the Annual Parent Survey which the governors have reviewed as part of our processes. We were delighted to see an overwhelmingly positive response in respect of parents’ views that pupils feel happy and safe at school and a recognition of the school’s outstanding provision and standard of education. The survey has given the governors and the leadership team an insight into areas for further development and progress for which we continue to strive in order help Fielding pupils be the best version of themselves that they can possibly be.
We wish everyone a good break and look forward to seeing you back for the summer term!
Wyndham Road, Ealing, London, W13 9TE