Weekly Newsletter

Headteacher - Mr J Parkinson

Associate Assistant Headteacher - Miss L Whale

Associate Assistant Headteacher - Mr K Reynolds

Dear Parents/Carers,

This week has been a wonderful end to the first term of the academic year at Larks Hill, filled with performances, celebration and opportunities to come together as a school community. It has been great to see pupils’ confidence, enthusiasm and achievements celebrated in so many ways.

On Monday, our Year 1 and 2 pupils performed their Nativity in the morning. It was a fantastic production featuring confident lines, lots of singing and moments of humour throughout. Later that afternoon, EYFS pupils performed their Nativity, which was repeated again on Tuesday morning. Both performances were filled with enthusiasm, lots of energy and beautiful singing. A huge well done to all the children, and thank you to parents and carers for your support with costume enhancements and helping children practise their lines.

This week, KS2 pupils walked to St Giles’ Cathedral in Pontefract to take part in their Carol Service. It was a lovely occasion, with fantastic singing from all pupils, a special performance from the choir, and thoughtful readings delivered by the Head Girl, Head Boy and prefects.

On Thursday morning, Year 2 pupils enjoyed a Gingerbread Decorating Workshop. The children loved the experience and were very proud to take their festive creations home at the end of the day.

This morning, Mr Parkinson and I led our final Celebration Assembly of the term. We were delighted to award 100% attendance badges to pupils who have maintained excellent attendance this academic year so far, and to celebrate a wide range of achievements from across school. Our Junior Leadership Team also received a special mention for their commitment and dedication to pupil leadership, fundraising and supporting school events throughout the term. There was a further mention to other pupil leadership groups who have contributed to school life this term. We are extremely fortunate to have such responsible and enthusiastic leaders.

Tuesday, 6th January - Back to School

Tuesday 13th January - Reception and Year 6 health screening check

After school clubs start the first week back, except for KS1 Glow in the Dark Dodgeball (Mondays) which starts on 12th January.

There are still spaces in some of the clubs, bookings can be made for these on MCAS.

Nancy W - Year 1

Safiya - Year 2

Ollie - Year 3

Obie - Year 4

Alfie - Year 5

Grace - Year 6

Our Headteacher's Award winners this week are our Librarians, the Eco Team, Prefects, Lunchtime Monitors, Junior Leadership Team and Mental Health Ambassadors - For working exceptionally hard this term and being an inspiration to others. Well done!

Our TT Rockstars this week are:

Charlie - Year 4

Monroe - Year 4

Harry - Year 6

Seth - Year 5

Thank you to all parents, carers, pupils and staff for making the first term of this academic year such a success. Your support, commitment and partnership with school are greatly appreciated. We wish all of our families a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year when it comes, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back in the new year.

Yours sincerely,
Mr Reynolds

The menu for week beginning 5th January is Week 2.

Join St Giles church for their Christingle service on Christmas Eve at 5.00 p.m. A fast-paced service, where lots of children (of all ages!) have the opportunity to take part as they recall the birth of Jesus. This service supports the work of The Children’s Society in helping young people who are all types of need. Everyone is welcome, and it’s a great way to start Christmas.