Keep up to date with all the news happening in the school at the moment. Articles are added during the week. Parents are encouraged to check regularly. Our weekly bulletin, emailed directly to parents, summarises content for the week.

• PTFA Christmas Trees are now available for pre-order🎄

  Wed 25 Nov 2020

  Order your Christmas tree 🎄from the comfort of your own home and take advantage of the free delivery to W13, W5 and W7 postcodes and most importantly 20% of each sale will go towards the school PTFA 🌟

  Alternatively trees will be available for collection on Saturday 5th December 12-3pm at Fielding School where you will be able to choose your tree.

  Order via our pre-sale link to avoid disappointment. 

  Order now:

  https://www.tickettailor.com/events/fieldingptfa/456631

  There will only be limited numbers to purchase on the day itself and it will be cash only! 

  Merry Christmas!

  Fielding PTFA

• PTFA: Immortalise 2020 in Christmas Baubles!

  Tue 24 Nov 2020

  Parents in 3S have pulled together Pine Bauble Craft Kits that allow pupils to create their own baubles for the Christmas Tree.  In fact there are six in each pack which means there could be enough for the whole family!

  
  You'll be able to create unique designs which immortalise the Year 2020 into Christmas Tree decoration history. Included in the pack are six pine wood slices with holes already pre-drilled. There are also a set of colouring pens along with twine to hang the decorations on the tree. Plus, each wood slice is double-sided so children can go crazy - especially if someone makes a mistake!
  
  We are taking pre-orders now.  Craft kits can either be delivered to house (having been quarantined for 72 hours) or collected from Seward Road, W7 2JP - same place as the Sunflower Seeds if you remember that!  Buy the packs at 'Elfridges at Fielding' https://www.tickettailor.com/events/fieldingptfa/

  

• Gifts

  Tue 24 Nov 2020 Peter Dunmall

  Gifts to members of staff are never expected and should not be asked for. However, parents often want to show their thanks to a member of staff at this time of year. Gifts continue to be welcome but we must remain COVID-safe to minimise the risk of coronavirus infection. This year:

  • e-gift vouchers are preferred,
  • avoid presents and giving things because we want to prevent any infection being passed on to staff through surfaces.  If a present is given, staff will quarantine the item for 72 hours.

   

  Teachers typically give each pupil in their class a small gift. This year I have told them that this cannot happen because I do not want to risk any infection in school being transferred to your homes. Teachers might talk to their classes about donating to a chosen charity instead. This feels mean and miserable at this time of year - I am sorry!

• Year 5, Confirmed case of coronavirus

  Mon 23 Nov 2020 Peter Dunmall

  We have been told that there has been a confirmed case of coronavirus (COVID-19) in school. A Year 5 pupil has tested positive for COVID-19.

   

  The pupil showed symptoms on Saturday followed by a positive test result. The following groups have been identified as close contacts of the pupil within 48 hours of symptoms:

  • Class 5H and Mr McConnachie, class teacher
  • Thursday, Sewing Club, 1 other pupil and club teacher
  • Thursday, visiting trainee teacher
  • Friday, an agency teacher covering the class

  These people will self-isolate at home for 14 days, returning to school on Monday 7 December. No other pupils or members of staff are identified as close contacts.

   

  We know that you may find this worrying but we are continuing to monitor the situation. We are working with Public Health England, following their requirements for schools and have informed the local authority.

   

  The school remains open and your child, including any siblings of pupils in the class, should continue to attend as normal if they remain well.

   

  What to do if your child develops symptoms of COVID-19

  If your child develops symptoms of COVID-19, they must not come to school and should remain at home for at least 10 days from the date when their symptoms appeared. Anyone with symptoms will be eligible for testing and this can be arranged via:

  • https://www.nhs.uk/ask-for-a-coronavirus-test
  • or by telephoning 119. 

   

  All other household members who remain well, must stay at home and not leave the house for 14 days. This includes anyone in your ‘Support Bubble’.

   

  Further information is available at:

  • https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-stay-at-home-guidance/stay-at-home-guidance-for-households-with-possible-coronavirus-covid-19-infection

   

  The 14-day period starts from the day when the first person in the house became ill.

   

  Household members should not go to work, school or public areas and exercise should be taken within the home.

   

  If you require help with buying groceries, other shopping or picking up medication, or walking a dog, you should ask friends or family. Alternatively, you can order your shopping online and medication by phone or online.

   

  Household members staying at home for 14 days will greatly reduce the overall amount of infection the household could pass on to others in the community

   

  If you are able, move any vulnerable individuals (such as the elderly and those with underlying health conditions) out of your home, to stay with friends or family for the duration of the home isolation period.

   

  Symptoms

  The most common symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) are recent onset of:

  • a new continuous cough
  • a high temperature
  • a loss of, or change in, your normal sense of taste or smell (anosmia)

   

  For most people, coronavirus (COVID-19) will be a mild illness.

   

  If anyone does develop symptoms, you can seek advice from the nhs.uk website at:

  • https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/check-if-you-have-coronavirus-symptoms/.

   

  If you are concerned about your child’s symptoms, or they are worsening you can seek advice from NHS 111:

  • https://111.nhs.uk/
  • or by telephoning 111.

   

  How to stop COVID-19 spreading

  There are things you can do to help reduce the risk of you and anyone you live with getting ill with COVID-19. Do:

  • wash your hands with soap and water often – do this for at least 20 seconds
  • use hand sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available
  • wash your hands as soon as you get home
  • cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when you cough or sneeze
  • put used tissues in the bin immediately and wash your hands afterwards

   

  Further information

  Further information is available at

  • https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/

  

• Proposed new ARP building at school

  Fri 20 Nov 2020 Peter Dunmall

  School leaders, the Governing Board of the School and Ealing Council are proposing to develop an additionally resourced provision (ARP) at Fielding Primary School. The provision will be for up to 24 children who have special education needs. These pupils will have an education, health and care plan with needs on the Autistic Spectrum or related Speech, Language and Communications needs.

   

  The Council is proposing to build an additional building on the school site to accommodate the extra pupils. A single storey building, located in the playground area next to the existing School House is planned.

   

  I invited you to an initial, informal consultation which took place in September 2019. Some parents, many staff and some neighbours responded. This has helped us to plan the next stages so that we make this change in the best way possible.

   

  Further information and frequently asked questions (FAQs) about the proposed additionally resourced provision are available on the school’s website:

  • Our School, ARP

   

  The Council has published details of the proposal and a statutory notice about the change today. A copy of these are available on the school’s website (I will be pleased to provide a copy on paper, if requested):

  • Our School, ARP

   

  The Council is seeking any objections and comments about the proposal by 16 December.

   

  Ealing Council has made a planning application for the new building. A planning application has been submitted (but may not be ‘live’ yet) on Ealing’s planning portal for public viewing and comments:

  • Ealing planning portal, search ‘Fielding Primary School’ or use reference PP-09199924

   

  You may share your views about the planning application through Ealing’s planning portal.

• Note for all parents: Please check parental consents

  Thu 19 Nov 2020 Clare Haines

  Please log on to MCAS and check what consent you have given us.

  Occasionally in school we use photographs or short videos for promotional materials or to share what pupils have been learning, this can be used in school or beyond school for example on our website or YouTube channel. In addition to this we are now using Microsoft Teams to live stream and record our class sharing assemblies. We will also be using it for our  Reception Nativity plays this year.

  To check the consent you have given you will need to:

  1. Log on to MCAS

  2. Click 'parental consents' from the menu bar on the left of your screen

  3. Read through the categories and click 'yes' or 'no'

  Please note, to revoke any consents you have given - please email admin@fielding.ealing.sch.uk

  Please check and amend by 26th November

   

  

• Launch of this year's Values Baccalaureate

  Thu 19 Nov 2020 Miss L Stabler

  Values Baccalaureate

  This week marks the start of this year’s Values Baccalaureate. This is a 3 layered challenge which the pupils work on, applying their Values learning in school, home and wider communities. Year 4 pupils will start on Bronze level and pupils in Years 5 and 6 can start on their next level. The tasks this year have been adapted to be inline with our Covid-19 safety measures and evidence will be presented on Microsoft Teams. Information about the Baccalaureate, this year’s tasks and a link to the Baccalaureate assembly are on the Values page of our website. We are looking forward to seeing the children working towards these challenges and their Values Patches.

  

• Christmas dinner, please let us know if your child will be eating a Christmas dinner at school

  Thu 19 Nov 2020 Clare Haines

  Please let us know if your child will be having a school Christmas dinner by 23rd November by completing the form at the link below (Reception to Year 6).

  Harrison's will be serving a Christmas dinner on Tuesday 15th December. They have asked us to find out how many children will be having a school dinner on that day. Please let us know via the link below if your child would like a Christmas dinner, there are two options, turkey or vegetarian. The cost for the meal is £2.35, only pupils in Years 3 -6 need to pay. Payment should be made in the usual way on the Harrison's website, please ensure your account is in credit. Deadline for letting us know is Friday 23rd November. If your child is in receipt of Universal Free School Meals or Free School Meals, you also need to complete this form (but do not need to make a payment)

  Please complete one form for each of your children. You do not need to complete a form if your child is not having a Harrison's Christmas dinner.

  On the day children are invited to wear festive jumpers.

  • Link to form
  • Link to menu

  

• Year 3-6, join the waiting list for EMS instrumental tuition

  Wed 18 Nov 2020 Maria Neil-Smith

  Would you like your child in Years 3-6 to learn a musical instrument at Fielding?

   

  3 steps to joining our waiting list for EMS instrumental tuition:

  1. Find out more, visit Fielding, Music, 'What we offer' for details of instruments and fees
  2. Visit Fielding, Music, 'Signing up for lessons'
  3. Complete the waiting list form

   

  You can join the waiting list at any point during to the year but if you send us the form before Friday 20th November, we may be able to offer your child lessons starting in the Spring term. We will contact you when a space becomes available.

   

  We prioritise students who are currently learning to ensure they can continue lessons.

   

  Please read the Fielding terms and conditions for instrumental tuition on our website, which includes our remote learning plan, before signing up to the waiting list. Click here to view the terms and conditions.

   

  The Year 2 waiting list for Violin and Piano will open when we have the capacity. If you wish to be removed from the waiting list at any time please email:

  • E: music@fielding.ealing.sch.uk 

  

• Y5 & Y6 Homework books £6 - reminder

  Wed 18 Nov 2020 Jane Peterson

  We have purchased CGP homework books to support the learning of our Y5 and Y6 pupils. A voluntary contribution of £6.00 was added to MCAS to cover the cost of these books. Unfortunately, only 51% of parents have made a payment.

  To pay for these books, please log into your MCAS account.

  Many thanks to those parents who have already paid.