Weekly Blog Friday 10th January 2025

Date: 8th Jan 2025 @ 3:02pm

Attendance

Every week in our Celebration Assembly, we celebrate the class who has achieved the highest attendance for that week. This week Mrs Pickersgill's class had the highest attendance with 98.99% - well done Year 5! 

Please see below for the attendance figures for this week. The target attendance for all children is currently set at 97%.

Nursery - 97.3%

Reception - 93.55%

Year 1 Mrs Birkinshaw & Mrs Ward - 98.77%

Year 2 Mrs Davies - 98.2%

Year 3 Mrs Parkes & Mrs Ronan - 95.34%

Year 4 Mrs Wood & Mrs Walker - 95.1%

Year 5 Mrs Pickersgill - 98.99%

Year 6 Miss Dunn - 96.08%

 

Celebrating fantastic attendance!

Each week, each class with 100% attendance on a particular day will receive one letter from the word MAYFLOWER to put on their classroom door. Once a class has spelt out the word MAYFLOWER, a member of the class will bring all their letters down to the office to claim their prize from our box of Awesome Attendance Activities! 

Please see below where each class stands at the end of today: 

Nursery - M A Y F L O W E R     M A Y F  

Reception - M A Y F L O W E R     M A Y F L O W E R     M A

Year 1 - M A Y F L O W E R     M A Y F L O W E R     M A Y F L O W E R     M A Y F L O W

Year 2 - M A Y F L O W E R     M A  Y F L O W E R     M A Y F L O W E R     M A Y

Year 3 - M A Y F L O W E R     M A Y F L O W E

Year 4 - M A Y F L O W E R     M A Y F L O W E 

Year 5 - M A Y F L O W E R     M A Y F L O W E R     M A

Year 6 - M A Y F L O W E R     M A Y F L O W E R     M A Y F L O W E R     M A

This week, Year 5 have earned their second MAYFLOWER reward and will be choosing their reward to enjoy next week. Year 2 earned their third MAYFLOWER reward just before Christmas and have enjoyed some Movie and Popcorn time today. We do have other rewards available for the children, but the Movie and Popcorn reward is by far the most popular choice!

 

Stars of the week

Each week in our Friday Celebration Assembly, we celebrate our stars of the week. Each class teacher chooses 2 children from their class each week who have really impressed them. Here are the children who have been chosen this week.

 

Nursery & Reception

Our Star of the Week for Nursery this week is Lacey. Lacey has had a brilliant first week in Nursery. She has settled in really well, she has listened and followed the instructions, she has adapted to the routines of the classroom and made some great friends. It's like she's always been a part of the class. Well done Lacey!

Star of the week this week in Reception is Milo. Milo comes to school every day with the biggest smile which has made us all feel really happy first thing in the morning. Milo is always choosing to do the right thing in the classroom, showing his friends what the Mayflower way is. Milo is kind and considerate thinking of others before himself, if he notices someone that is on their own Milo goes to make sure that they are okay. Milo always tries his best during any learning or activities but this week he has been trying even harder and has been super focused during phonics. Milo has done some fantastic handwriting this week which he was so proud of. Well done Milo 🙂

 

Year 1

David - David has had an amazing start to Bawtry Mayflower! He has settled in wonderfully, made lots of friends and has been working hard. Starting at a new school isn't easy, but he has really tried his best to join in, listen, and learn our school rules. We are going to have a wonderful year!

Cole - Cole has had a wonderful first week back at school. He has been making great choices, listening really carefully in lessons, and trying his best with his work. Cole is showing lots of respect for school property and really kindly tidies up and helps others without being asked. Keep up the super work, Cole!

 

Year 2

This week we have been thinking about "new year; new start". Everyday is a brand new day and a new opportunity to forget what might not have gone to plan and start over. However, the new year is a fantastic opportunity to set ourselves goals and start our journey to achieving them. With this in mind, Year 2's Stars of the Week are: 

Blu-Belle - for having renewed confidence in herself and her abilities. She is coming into school with much more enthusiasm and is showing that she really wants to learn. Keep that positivity flowing, Blu-Belle!

Daniel - for having such a brilliant attitude towards all aspects of school, including his work and his relationships with others. He is producing some fantastic work and shows respect towards adults and children alike. Well done, Daniel. Keep it up!

 

Year 3

Annie D - Annie has been a superstar this week! She has really impressed me with her attitude towards learning. She has worked collaboratively with her partner to tackle difficult challenges and has not given up! Annie is always kind and respectful and she has shone like a star this week. Keep it up.

Martha - Wow - what a fantastic week Martha has had this week. She has listened carefully and this has helped her to complete her work. She has worked independently on tasks and also shared in group discussions when asked to. I am really impressed with her positive attitude to learning.

 

Year 4

Fletcher - Fletcher has had an outstanding start to the year. He has been determined to do well in class, has completed all work and challenges to a high standard and has shown what a kind and caring person he is when working with other children. What an excellent start to 2025 - well done!

Mae - Mae has made a flying start to 2025 and shown how incredibly hard she works and with such determination to complete her work to a high standard. She has supported others with reading and confidently modelled expressive and fluent reading to her group. Very impressive Mae!

 

Year 5

This week Charlotte has shown great perseverance when faced with tasks that have challenged her. It is lovely to see her confidence in new and unfamiliar situations growing.  Well done Charlotte! Keep it up!

This week Harry has demonstrated resilience in new and unfamiliar situations. He has perservered when challenged with new learning and is beginning to understand that he can learn from his mistakes. Well done Harry! Keep it up!

 

Year 6

There have been lots of children in Year 6 who have impressed me this week and we have had a positive week back following the Christmas break. These children have particularly impressed me this week with the attitude towards learning in this new year:

Jack D - Jack has shown a positive attitude towards his learning this week. He has proven that he can be confident and resilient and has given every lesson his full attention and focus. He has tried hard in all lessons across the curriculum. What a fantastic start to the new year Jack - I am very proud of you. 

Alicia - Alicia has proven herself to be a determined and resilient learner this week. She has worked hard in all lessons across the curriculum and has given everything her all - even when she has found learning tricky. You have had a fantastic start to the new year Alicia and I am very proud of you.

 

Headteacher Award

Each week in our Celebration Assembly, Mrs Powell chooses someone who has really impressed her during the week and presents them with her Headteacher Award trophy. 

This week’s Superstar Award goes to Daniel B in Year 2. Our theme this week was New Year – Be the best version of you! He has really shone in doing this, in and out of the classroom. We are all so proud of the progress he is making and the friendships he is forming too. A super start to the year! Well done!

 

Makaton Sign Of The Week

The children are continuing to learn Makaton's 'Sign of the week' each week. Each Monday, the children learn the new sign for that week. We thought it would be useful to share the following week's sign with parents/carers on our Friday blog so you can get involved too if you wish. Please click on the link below to see the sign for the coming week.

https://makaton.org/TMC/News_Stories/SOTW/SOTW_Milk.aspx

 

Reception applications for September 2025

If you have a child who will turn 4 years old on or before 31st August 2025 and haven't yet made an application for their Reception place for September 2025, please remember that the deadline for applications is next Wednesday, 15th January.   

If your home address is within the Doncaster Council Local Authority, please click on the link below to make your application.
https://www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/schools/primary-admissions

If your home address is outside of the Doncaster Council Local Authority, you will need to apply through your Local Authority for a nursery place.

National Offer Date is 16th April 2025 - parents/carers will be emailed their decision, using the email account used to apply.

 

Crossing Patrol Warden - Station Road and Doncaster Road

We are pleased to advise parents/carers that there will now be a Crossing Patrol Warden on Doncaster Road starting from next Tuesday, 14th January. Doncaster Council has advised that Sandra will be on Doncaster Road from 8.10am to 8.50am each morning and then from 2.55pm to 3.35pm each afternoon. We hope you will welcome Sandra and let her know how important her role is, particularly on such a busy road.

Sue, the Crossing Patrol Warden on Station Road, has been helping to train Sandra. Sue will be working with Sandra on Doncaster Road next Tuesday morning, which means that for Tuesday morning only there won't be a Crossing Patrol Warden on Station Road. 

 

Free School Meals and additional funding for children

We thought it would be useful to share information each term regarding Free School Meals with parents/carers. Some parents/carers may not realise that they are eligible, for example if their circumstances have recently changed. Parents/Carers with children in Years 2 and below may also not have applied for Free School Meals as their child already receives a free meal which is funded by the Government's Universal Infant Free School Meals initiative.

Children who are eligible for means-tested Free School Meals are also entitled to receive additional funding called Pupil Premium. This is a grant provided by the Government which school will receive for 6 years to enable us to support the children and enhance their education.

For further information regarding Free School Meals, please click on the link below.

https://www.doncaster.gov.uk/services/schools/free-school-meals

If you live in a different Local Authority to Doncaster, please visit your own Local Authority's website for further information on Free School Meals.

If you think you are eligible and would like us to make the application on your behalf, we are more than happy to do this if you contact the school office.

 

If you can be anything online, be kind!

Just before Christmas, we ran a competition based around 'If you can be anything online.......be kind'. The children who wanted to take part were asked to promote kindness online in any form they wished (poem, picture etc). There were some excellent entries and our Digital Leaders had a hard time choosing the winners! The winners are below:

Key Stage 1 - 1st Henry, 2nd Connor

Key Stage 2 - 1st Valentina, 2nd Sophie

Thank you to everyone who entered. Some of the entries have been used to create some artwork in our lower hall.

 

Free Doncaster Knights tickets - Doncaster Knights v Newcastle Falcons Saturday 1st February 2025

We have been offered some free Doncaster Knights tickets for children for their cup game against Newcastle Falcons on Saturday 1st February. Kick off is at 2.30pm.

The tickets are free for both adults and children; however, adults must be accompanied by a child to be able to take advantage of the free tickets.

If you would like any tickets, please email admin@bawtrymayflower.doncaster.sch.uk by next Friday, 17th January at the latest and we will order the tickets from Doncaster Knights for you. We will then be in touch to let you know when the tickets are available to collect.

Wraparound/After School Clubs

Please see below for the details of how to book on to First Steps Active Care for their wraparound care and after school clubs which will be running this half term.

Holiday Club at Bawtry Mayflower

Last term, we asked parents/carers to complete a survey for our wraparound/after school provider First Step Active Care, who were looking into the possibility of running a holiday club here at Bawtry Mayflower. Thank you to those who completed the survey. The results of this survey showed that there was a definite need for a holiday club at school and lots of parents/carers expressed their interest.

We are pleased to announce that the first holiday club will run during February half term, on the following dates:

Tuesday 18th February

Wednesday 19th February

Thursday 20th February

The holiday club will run in our Lifeboat Room, where First Step Active Care currently runs the wraparound care and after school club. As soon as we have the flyer for the holiday club, we will share it with parents/carers so that bookings can be made. 

 

SEND Support

Please see below for information regarding SEND Support. which has been sent to us by Doncaster Council to share with parents/carers.

 

Community Opportunities

 

NHS Pharmacy First Service

NHS Pharmacy First is a service which enables children and adults to get convenient access to healthcare advice and treatment where appropriate, for seven common conditions without the potential delay of having to wait for a GP appointment. Please click on the link below to watch a short video about the Pharmacy First Service.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ec-43uOnzPY

 

Welcome Mrs Thomas!

Just before Christmas, we welcomed Mrs Thomas to Bawtry Mayflower. Mrs Thomas is our new Catering Assistant who has joined Mrs Stanfield since Mr Skeldon left. We hope you have had a lovely start here at Bawtry Mayflower Mrs Thomas and we look forward to getting to know you better as the school year progresses. 

 

Lunch Menu for week commencing 13th January 2025

Please see the menu below for next week. There may need to be last minute changes to the menus on occasion, to take into account availability of items or delivery issues.

 

Diary Dates

Please see below our current diary dates. It may be that there are dates on here that involve your child that you haven't had any information for yet. Please don't worry, information will come out in plenty of time prior to the date concerned. Dates that have been added since the last blog are shown in bold.

Wednesday 15^th January 2025 – deadline for Reception applications for September 2025

Tuesday 21st January 2025 - Nursery fine motor skills workshop 9am

Tuesday 21st January 2025 - Year 1 rearranged visit to Doncaster Museum & Art Gallery

Thursday 23^rd January 2025 – Year 3 visit to National Coal Mining Museum

Friday 24^th January 2025 – Year 2 National Emergency Services Museum Takeover Day in school. Change of date – was originally Wednesday 22^nd January 2025.

Wednesday 5th February 2025 - Prostrike sponsored event - further details to follow

Wednesday 12th February 2025 - PTA Discos - Nursery, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 3.10pm to 3.50pm (Nursery and Reception parents/carers to stay with their child), Years 3 to 6 4pm to 4.45pm. Entry £1 - there will also be a tuck shop at this event. Further details to follow. This is a change of date - was previously Thursday 13th February 2025. 

Thursday 13^th February 2025 – Young Voices concert at Sheffield Utilita Arena

Friday 14^th February 2025 – last day in school before February half term

Monday 17^th February 2025 to Friday 21^st February 2025 – February half term

Monday 24^th February 2025 – first day back at school after February half term

Thursday 27th February 2025 - PTA Bag2School Clothing Collection - further details to follow

Thursday 6th March 2025 - Year 4 visit to Magna Science Adventure Centre

Tuesday 18^th March 2025 – Year 2 visit to Austerfield Study Centre

Wednesday 19th March 2025 - Rocksteady Concert 10am - for those children taking part in the Rocksteady music sessions

Wednesday 26th March 2025 - Nursery & Reception Easter craft workshop 9am to 10am

Thursday 27th March 2025 - PTA Gifts for a loved one shop. Gifts from 50p to £3

Friday 28^th March 2025 – last day in school before Easter holidays

Monday 31^st March 2025 to Friday 11^th April 2025 – Easter holidays

Monday 14^th April 2025 – first day back at school after Easter holidays

Wednesday 16th April 2025 - PTA Easter Egg Hunt

Wednesday 16^th April 2025 – Year 6 visit to Crucial Crew. Year 6 will do their Easter Egg Hunt on a different day this week.

Thursday 17th April 2025 - Nursery maths workshop 9am

Friday 18^th April 2025 – Good Friday – school closed

Monday 21^st April 2025 – Easter Monday – school closed

Wednesday 23rd April 2025 to Friday 25th April 2025 - Year 5 residential to PGL Caythorpe Court

Monday 5^th May 2025 – Bank Holiday – school closed

Thursday 8th May 2025 to Friday 9th May 2025 - Year 3 residential to Austerfield Study Centre

Thursday 15^th May 2025 – Y4 parents meeting for Hollowford residential in Year 4 classroom 3.10pm

Wednesday 21st May 2025 - Nursery phonics workshop 9am

Thursday 22nd May 2025 - class photos

Friday 23^rd May 2025 – last day in school before May half term

Monday 26^th May 2025 to Friday 30^th May 2025 – May half term

Monday 2^nd June 2025 – Training Day – school closed to pupils

Tuesday 3^rd June 2025 – Training Day – school closed to pupils

Wednesday 4^th June 2025 – first day back in school after May half term

Thursday 5th June 2025 - PTA Discos - Nursery, Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 3.10pm to 3.50pm (Nursery and Reception parents/carers to stay with their child), Years 3 to 6 4pm to 4.45pm. Entry £1 - there will also be a tuck shop at this event. Change of date - was originally 26th June 2025. Portakabin on top playground open for refreshments if parents/carers have children in both discos.

Friday 6th June 2025 - PTA Bag2School Clothing Collection - further details to follow

Thursday 12th June 2025 - PTA Gifts for a loved one shop. Gifts from 50p to £3

Monday 16th June 2025 - Big Talk in school - further details to follow

Wednesday 18^th June 2025 – Sports Day – Foundation AM, rest of school PM – timings to follow

Thursday 19th June 2025 - PTA Summer Fair

Wednesday 25^th June 2025 to Friday 27^th June 2025 – Year 4 Hollowford Residential

Tuesday 1^st July 2025 – Year 2 visit to Cleethorpes

Wednesday 2nd July 2025 - Nursery & Reception sewing morning 9am to 10am

Wednesday 2nd July 2025 - Music Hub (guitars, woodwind and brass) Concert 9am - for those children taking part in guitar/woodwind/brass lessons in school. Change of date - was previously 9th July

Wednesday 2nd July 2025 - Rocksteady Concert 10am - for those children taking part in the Rocksteady music sessions. Change of date - was previous 9th July

Wednesday 9th July 2025 to Thursday 10th July 2025 - Year 5 residential to London

Thursday 17th July 2025 - PTA Colour Run. Change of date - was previously 10th July

Friday 18^th July 2025 – last day at school before Summer Holidays

 

2025-2026 School Year

Wednesday 1st October 2025 - individual/sibling photos