Welcome to your newsletter for week ending June 27th 

Well it's been a different Friday and although all staff have had a busy day, we've missed the children and all the usual Friday activities and celebrations!

Today teachers and TAs have been working on topics such as the Zone of Proximal Development which is all about knowing where children are starting from and then ensuring there is the right amount of challenge in the activities we plan. Providing challenge is something families have given feedback on and it's something we feel we have really improved in, over the last year- as always, still more work to do! We've also been looking at how we help children to strengthen their oracy skills with presentation/ speaking at length opportunities, our new feedback and marking policy (with an emphasis on immediate feedback), and next steps following our recent external review of our SEND provision.

This week we have welcomed our newest members of the BVP family with their first sessions in the classrooms, ready for September and also last night we held our last Diversity Working Party meeting of the year. We are almost there with our Diversity and Anti-Racism Policy and this should be ready to share with you, for feedback in September. Thankyou to the parents who have supported us over the year with this.

What's Coming Up

Congratulations to this week's Attendance Armadillo winners!

Sporting Success at Bournville Village Primary!

What a fantastic week of sport it’s been at Bournville Village Primary School, with our children showcasing not only their sporting talents but also their determination, teamwork, and positive spirit.

Our Key Stage 2 girls football team put in a brilliant performance during their finals night, demonstrating real resilience, teamwork and growth throughout the competition. Their commitment to improving with every game was clear to see, and they should be incredibly proud of finishing in a strong 4th place. Their intent to compete with pride and determination shone through in every match.

Our Year 5/6 cricket team also had a week to remember, finishing second in the league and securing silver medals. Their hard work, focus, and excellent sportsmanship were evident in every fixture. The team approached the tournament with the intent to play fair, support one another, and challenge themselves - and their success is a reflection of that mindset.

Capping off the week in style, our Year 5/6 boys football team were crowned league champions! With a string of outstanding performances, they lifted both medals and the league shield. The team set out with a clear intent: to play together, push themselves, and represent the school with pride - and they certainly delivered!

A huge well done to all of our pupils who took part - we are so proud of you all. Thank you as well to the staff and families who supported the children along the way.

Sport at Bournville Village Primary is thriving!

Pastoral Coffee Afternoon 02/07/25

The last Pastoral coffee afternoon of the year will be held on the 2^nd July from 2.15pm-3.15pm. The focus will be on  Anxiety and Managing Big Feelings. We are looking forward to seeing you all. If you are able to attend please can you sign up here. 

Helping Children Transition to a New School or Class

Transitioning to a new school or class is a significant milestone in a child’s life. Whether it’s moving from one class to another class or moving from Primary school into Secondary school. This time can be filled with a mixture of excitement and anxiety. Understanding and addressing the range of emotions children may experience is crucial in helping them navigate this change smoothly.

Common Feelings During Transition

Children may experience a wide array of emotions when faced with a new school or class. These can include:

• Excitement: Anticipating new experiences and opportunities.
• Nervousness: Feeling unsure about the new environment and expectations.
• Curiosity: Eager to learn about the new school, teachers, and friends.
• Overwhelm: Adapting to many changes at once can be daunting.
• Anxiety: Worrying about fitting in, making friends, or academic performance.
• Confidence: Feeling ready and capable of handling the new challenges.
• Sadness: Missing old friends and familiar surroundings.
• Insecurity: Doubting their abilities to succeed in the new environment.

Remember, every child is unique, and their response to transition will vary. Patience, empathy, and proactive communication are key to ensuring a positive experience for all.

For more, please visit: Transition school or class - Elsa Support or contact [email protected]

After School "Drop-In" Sessions for families 

As mentioned in our last newsletter, please click here to complete the form to choose your preferred day for our afterschool "drop-in" sessions from September available to all families.

Please don’t hesitate to contact the team, [email protected] , telephoning the school or popping into the office.

We hope you have a lovely weekend!

Next week we will be on Week 2.

Don't forget to pre-book your child's meal option on Arbor! (even if your child is having a Packed Lunch) 

Top Tip: When selecting your meal choice, tick "Pick for all future available dates" to confirm your selection until the end of term!

Each week, we will be recommending a book for you and your child to read at home...

Reception

An award winning picture book that illustrates how Lila saves her village in Kenya.

Year 1

A story told by the lead character in the book, seeing how being inclusive is good thing.

Year 2

Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children’s book award, Bumble and Snug go on a funny, imaginative adventure.

Year 3

Agent Weasel is a woodland super spy. But has he met his match in dealing with the gang once and for all?

Year 4

‘Story telling at it’s best’ according to Michael Morpurgo. Will Jim be saved from this horrendous spell he is under?

Year 5

A great biography about famous people who have broken barriers and inspired others throughout life.

Year 6

Murder, mystery and mayhem in this gripping Victorian adventure book.

Reception and Year 1 Disco

Thanks to the volunteers that helped make the event go smoothly on Tuesday. It is very much appreciated!

PTA Quiz Night

Best ever, according to some! Well done on the three-way tie at the end. Thanks to all those came along, thanks to the team captains for organising your teams, and thanks to Phil and Steve for being brilliant quizmasters.

Year 6 Leavers

Thanks to all that have added an optional PTA donation to the Hoodie order. It is very much appreciated!

You should have received a letter outlining all the leavers celebrations, please do check you inbox. The link you need is https://forms.office.com/e/9p0vBvBXbC to tell us what you are getting involved in. We have received over 60 responses already which really helps us in the planning stages.

Summer Discos for all Years

Summer Disco tickets are now on Arbor for all year groups. If you would like to volunteer at the discos please do text 07974331102 and we will add you to the whatsapp group. The teams for all the discos are forming now. Thanks to those that have responded to the poll, we need as many hands as possible to make them run smoothly.

Parent Drinks and Dancing

We are heading out to Griedys Street on 11^th July from 1900, and then for those that want to dance go onto Actress and Bishop (or we might be going to Voulez Vous at The Night Owl in Digbeth). Lets see what we think on the night. No tickets no pressure.

Reception Induction

Great to see so many existing parents at the induction sessions. Hope it served as a good reminder of what the PTA is all about, why we do this and how the cycle continues to ensure that your Year 6 get the best experience. Onwards!

Other PTA Dates for this term

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11th July (Friday) - Parents Drinks and Dancing (Greidy's Street, and then Actress and Bishop) (07974331102 to join the party)

17th July (Thursday) - Year 6 Leavers Assembly George Hall 14:00 - 15:30

17th July - Year 6 Family BBQ Top Playground 15:30 - 17:00

17th July - Leavers Party, George Hall 18:00 - 22:00

18th July (Friday) - Last day of Term

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is the responsibility of everyone in our school and at all times we consider what is in our children’s best interests. We work to ensure our children are safe and cared for and by doing this we are protecting their health and development and preventing them from harm. If we are worried, we will raise concerns, share information, and take prompt action with the aim of ensuring families receive the right help at the right time.

And finally...

We hope that lots of you were able to spend an extra day with your children today and that you manage to enjoy the lovely sunshine! Let's hope it continues over the weekend, especially for the Festival tomorrow- good luck to all BVP Maypole dancers!

Take care all- see you on Monday when we will be gearing up for transition days later in the week and Sports Day on Friday!

Going On In Your Area...

A38 Bristol Road cycle route extension - Selly Oak to Longbridge

The public consultation for the A38 Bristol Road cycle route extension – Selly Oak to Longbridge, went live this afternoon. This is to consult on preliminary designs to build 6 km of new cycle route along the A38 Bristol Road, linking to the end of the current route (city centre to Selly Oak) at the junction with Lodge Hill Road.

The link to the leaflet below provides an overview of the proposals as well as information about the drop-in sessions that have been arranged during the consultation period.

A set of the scheme plans will be available at two local libraries (Selly Oak and Northfield), along with paper copies of surveys, for those without internet access. Paper copies of the survey will also be available at the customer services desk at Sainsbury’s Longbridge.

The link to the consultation is as follows: www.birminghambeheard.org.uk/bcc/a38-cycle-route Further information on the project can be found on the city council website at www.birmingham.gov.uk/a38 .

The consultation closes on Monday 28 July 2025.

If you have any queries, please contact the Transport Projects email address [email protected]

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