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.

• Club bookings go from strength to strength

  Thu 08 Dec 2022

  The majority of spring term clubs are now fully booked, remaining availability will show in MCAS for the next 7 days.

  Check - Children promoted from waiting lists, clubs may clash with a new or additional booking. If this is the case please email clubs@fielding.ealing.sch.uk to assist by Friday 9th December so that places can be released for other pupils to enjoy.

  As the term comes to an end, ensure outstanding fee's are clear for a fresh start to the spring term.

   

• PE Outdoors

  Thu 08 Dec 2022 Natasha Pasha

  As most of you will be aware it has been forecasted to be extremely cold with potential snow.

   

  Please can you ensure your child has a jumper, scarf, gloves and winter coats to keep them warm as outdoor lessons will go ahead unless it is unsafe.  

   

  Provisions have been made for extreme weather conditions where lessons will take place in the classroom. 

  

• Weekend chicken-sitting - spring term

  Wed 07 Dec 2022 Elise Laird

  Would you like to do some weekend chicken-sitting in the spring term next year? We are looking for volunteers to feed the chickens and let them out of their coop during the day. Volunteers can keep any of the eggs that the chickens over the weekend.
  
  An online sign-up sheet for January - March weekends can be found here. Please leave your email so that you can be sent access and feeding information closer to the time. 

  

• Constellation treat, Wednesday 14th December, who will the winners be?

  Wed 07 Dec 2022 Clare Haines

  The Star Leaders have met, debated and come up with what they would like the constellation treat to be, should their constellation win at this Friday's count!

   

  Orion - a movie in main hall with arts and crafts in the back and/or music on the artificial pitch.

  Pegasus - Christmas movie in main hall with arts and crafts and/or sports on the artificial pitch or sports hall

  Cygnus -  Onesies, winter disco by the stage and/or Christmas film in the main hall

  Hercules - Christmas movie in main hall with arts and crafts and/or outdoor sports with music.

   

  Who will the winners be? Look out for an update on Friday afternoon.

• Fielding Walk entrance re-opens

  Wed 07 Dec 2022 Peter Dunmall

  The pedestrian entrance to the school site on Fielding Walk re-opens from Thursday morning at drop-off and afternoon collection.

   

  The pirate ship, sand pit and new artificial grass mound around the sand pit are also open for pupils to play at lunch and break times.

   

  Some parts remain closed:

  • Fielding Forest - due to open January 2023;
  • natural grass field - opens September 2023;
  • muddy / dirt areas around the new artificial pitch.

   

  Contractors will return to complete remaining drainage works, grass seeding and tree planting. The natural grass field will remain closed until September 2023 to allow the new grass to establish and mature.

• PTFA Silent auction is ending soon and we got even bigger items to offer

  Wed 07 Dec 2022 PTFA

  Dear parents, 

  The silent auction is ending soon and we have got more amazing things on offer. We have got a few new items to offer this week like gigs  and comedy tickets... Just follow the link and get yourself a treat. As well Oxygen Indoor Park is back to bidding since one lovely parent bought it by mistake.

  We would like  to thank our local Forester pub for the best in the area Sunday roast for 2.. and Bella Mira for crystal sets as well as Airportbowl for a round of game for 6 people(Kids do love it as well). 

  https://www.32auctions.com/ChristmasFair2022

   

  We are surrounded by amazing local businesses who kindly support us

  Keir Barber 

  Happy Coffee

  River Cafe  

  Oxygen Indoor Activity Park

  Perform Ealing

  Sikulo Italian restaurant&pizza 

  YNUT (Turkish Delight)

  JC Nails

   Mooch 

  Orange chat 

  Patri

  Peerless windows 

  Cheddar Deli 
  Tapelia 92 

  Little Pasta Organics

   Watermans 

  Ed's barber shop

  Jeff's flowers 

  Snakes and ladders

  Teri yoga

  Silky Smooth Beauty

  Atelier Paris (Whats The 211)
  Doggylocks

  Santa Maria pizeria 

  Nuad Thai Massage

  Battle Boom Bar 

  Flip Out Hounslow

  Airport Bowling Heathrow

  Hynes Optometrist-sunglasses   

  Let's cheer them up as well. 

  Have a beautiful weekend and Happy bidding!

• Good hygiene measures

  Tue 06 Dec 2022 Peter Dunmall

  On 2nd December 2022, UK Health Security Agency (UK HSA) put out an alert on the national rise in cases of scarlet fever (caused by Group A Streptococcus) and Invasive Group A Streptococcus. This is across all regions in England, including London. For us, this means:

  • pupils with specific conditions such as scarlet fever should stay off school until GP and/or clinical assessment and not return for 24 hours after starting antibiotics;
  • where there maybe many co-circulating bacteria and viruses, we re-emphasise good hygiene including:
    • more hand-washing or sanitising during the school day until the end of term. Parents may send pupils to school with a small bottle of hand-sanitiser, if you wish;
    • reminding pupils of the 'catch-it, kill-it, bin-it' approach to respiratory hygiene, including taking a lesson time to talk to pupils and perhaps watch a video.
  • tell us if your child has been diagnosed with scarlet fever because we must also tell Ealing's health protection team if there are 2 or more cases in a class.

  

• Scarlet Fever and Invasive Group A Strep

  Tue 06 Dec 2022 Ealing's Public Health Team

  As this is the first winter without pandemic restrictions in two years, you and your children may be more susceptible to the usual winter bugs and viruses this year. Winter bugs and viruses are usually mild, but can sometimes become more serious. More information about when to keep your child away from school and nursery is available:

  • NHS, Is my child too ill for school?

   

  You may have seen the news recently about the Group A strep bacteria. This is a common bacteria found in the throat that can cause a range of illnesses, including tonsillitis, scarlet fever and some skin infections.

   

  Scarlet fever
  Scarlet fever is usually a mild illness, but it is highly infectious. Look out for symptoms in your child, which include a sore throat, headache, and fever, along with a fine, pinkish or red body rash with a sandpapery feel. On darker skin, the rash can be more difficult to detect visually but will have a sandpapery feel.

   

  Contact NHS 111 or your GP if you suspect your child has scarlet fever, because early treatment of scarlet fever with antibiotics is important to reduce the risk of complications such as pneumonia or a bloodstream infection.

   

  If your child has scarlet fever, keep them at home until at least 24 hours after the start of antibiotic treatment to avoid spreading the infection to others.
  
  When to seek help
  As a parent, if you feel that your child seems seriously unwell, you should trust your own judgement.
  Contact NHS 111 or your GP if:

  • your child is getting worse
  • your child is feeding or eating much less than normal
  • your child has had a dry nappy for 12 hours or more or shows other signs of dehydration
  • a baby in your family is under 3 months and has a temperature of 38℃, or is older than 3 months and has a temperature of 39 ℃ or higher
  • your baby feels hotter than usual when you touch their back or chest, or feels sweaty
  • your child is very tired or irritable.

   

  Call 999 or go to A&E if:

  • your child is having difficulty breathing – you may notice grunting noises or their tummy sucking under their ribs
  • there are pauses when your child breathes
  • your child’s skin, tongue or lips are blue
  • your child is floppy and will not wake up or stay awake

  

• Are your child's vaccinations up-to-date?

  Mon 05 Dec 2022 NW London Public Health

  Reminder from the NHS and Public Health in North West London to get your child vaccinated over the Christmas holidays

   

  We would like to write to parents of school aged children to remind them to keep up to date with their child’s vaccinations. This winter break from school presents a great opportunity to go out and get them vaccinated.

   

  Most children aged 1-9 years old need to receive the polio vaccination to keep them safe from its devastating effects. Whilst it is urgent for your child to have the polio vaccination now, it is also important to check your child is up to date with their covid, flu and MMR immunisations during the winter period.

   

  Lots of appointments are available through local pharmacies and booked appointments at vaccine centres. You can find all the details of places to get your child’s polio vaccination:

  • www.nwlondonics.nhs.uk/polio

   

  If your child missed their flu vaccination in school, you can call the flu catch-up number to find out where to get a flu vaccine outside of school in your area:

  • Brent, Ealing and Hillingdon - CNWL School Aged Vaccination Team - 01895 485 740
  • Harrow - CLCH School Aged Vaccination Team – 0208 102 6333
  • Hounslow - CLCH School Aged Vaccination Team – 0203 691 1013
  • Hammersmith & Fulham, Kensington & Chelsea and Westminster – 0203 317 5076

   

  Why is the polio booster so important?
  Polio can result in life-long paralysis and other disabilities, and in extreme cases, even death. There is no cure for polio, immunisation is the only protection.

   

  The additional booster vaccination for all children aged one to nine is being provided in response to the alarming findings that the poliovirus has been found in sewage samples taken in London. It provides the best possible protection, and the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) have instructed that most children aged 1 to 9 in London should urgently get a booster dose to ensure they are fully protected.

   

  We have not seen a live case of polio in the UK since 1984, and it is vital that we prevent any community spread.

   

  More information and frequently asked questions about the polio vaccination programme for children:

  • https://bit.ly/polio-faqs

• Invasive Group A Streptococcal infection

  Fri 02 Dec 2022 Peter Dunmall

  You may have seen reported in the news today that there has been a tragic death of a child in Ealing from invasive Group A Streptococcal infection. The child did not attend Fielding Primary School.

  • BBC News

   

  We send sincere condolences to the family and the school community.

   

  As a precaution, Ealing's Public Health Team are sharing information on the signs and symptoms of Group A Streptococcal infections, and what to do if you think your child develops these.

   

  The most common infections caused by Group A streptococcus are mild: sore throats (strep throat), fever, scarlet fever and minor skin infections.

   

  Further Information is also available at NHS Choices: 

  • Sore throat - NHS (www.nhs.uk)
  • Scarlet fever - NHS (www.nhs.uk)

  If concerned, please contact NHS 111 or your GP practice.  If appropriate, your GP can arrange for testing and treatment with antibiotics if necessary.

   

  In very rare cases, this infection can be more serious and cause invasive disease. Although the risk is very small, it is important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of invasive Group A streptococcal infection, which are detailed below:

  • Very high fever
  • Severe muscle aches
  • Localised muscle pain
  • Unexplained diarrhoea or vomiting

   

  If someone becomes ill with some of these symptoms, please seek urgent medical help by calling 111.

   

  I will share any additional information with you from Monday morning.