Welcome to your newsletter for week ending December 12th

What a fabulous end to the week- carols on the playground this afternoon was wonderful and so were our Values Champions Assemblies this morning. Earlier in the week our Year One children took part in a wonderful nativity performance at St Francis; it really was a magical site!

Over the last few newsletters we have reminded families that we are a nut-free school. Unfortunately last week a child had nut based snacks- the impact of this cannot be underestimated. We have children in school who have life-threatening nut allergies and we cannot risk any trace of nuts, no matter how small. Aside from the dangerous medical reactions, the anxiety for children with allergies and their families is greatly, and unnecessarily heightened when nuts are brought into school. Thankyou for your support with this. 

As we head towards the last week of term, we are asking you all to spend 10 minutes completing the Parent/ Carer survey by clicking the link here. Please do have a look and give us your feedback- we know we have a much better chance of getting things as good as they can be for our children, if we work in collaboration with families. 

This time last week the many amazing PTA volunteers where preparing for the Christmas Fare. Thank you to the many families who visited on Saturday- it was a brilliant event which really showcased the amazing BVP school family. The effort that goes into the Christmas Fare cannot be underestimated and we are incredibly grateful for all those who gave up their weekends to ensure the event went smoothly. The discos this week are another example of the PTA crew going all out to make sure as many children as possible can take part in additional events at school. Thankyou to the core team and the many, many parents who gave up their evenings to help at one or more of the discos- your efforts do not go unnoticed. And finally today with Carols on the Playground- a wonderful team of volunteers helping the event to be an enjoyable as possible for all. Thankyou PTA, in all your many forms.

To view more dates, please visit our website calendar under the 'Families' tab or click here.

Today the following pupils received the Values Champion Award for demonstrating Responsibility...

Choir Visits

The choir have been busy this week with three visits. They entertained residents at Bournville Grange Care Home who enjoyed clapping along to some firm favourites, then they moved on to the Royal Orthopaedic Hospital where staff and patients joined in with some traditional carols. Finally a visit to Mondelez with plenty of staff enjoying the children's singing!

Well done Choir and team... and good luck for your concert with the Birmingham Festival Choral Society Christmas Concert!

Headlice Reminder

We've had a report of headlice in KS1 so, we would like to ask that families regularly check children's hair and inform the school if any head lice are found so that a further reminder can be sent home to all parents. It is only with regular checks and persistent grooming that we can help to contain this ever-increasing problem.

Head lice are a common and irritating problem however with regular combing in the morning and evenings, head lice can often be prevented without the use of chemicals or special shampoos.

Afterschool Clubs 

To keep all families in the loop the following afterschool clubs will NOT be on next week: 

Tuesday- KS2 Art Club 

Wednesday- Orchestra

Friday- KS1 Art Club

Friday- Boys Football

All other clubs will be on as normal

**We will be sending an email out some time next week with all information about any available slots for clubs in the spring term and how to sign up.**

Attendance Armadillos 

This week the attendance armadillo's were handed to... 

NO Orchestra 17th Dec

Due to the orchestra's final concert for 2025 on 10th December, there will be NO orchestra afterschool club on the last week of term (17th December). 

Cancelling Music Lessons

The deadline for cancelling music lessons has now passed. If you have not already contacted the office to notify us your child would like to stop their lessons, they will automatically be re-enrolled for the spring term. Your child is now signed up until 27th March 2026.

**Non-completion of the form or failure to notify the music team will mean that your child will continue with their chosen instrument, and you will have to pay for the full term of lessons. You will not be able to cancel these lessons again until the Summer Term.**

Any queries, please do not hesitate to contact the us on [email protected]m

KS2 Music Lesson Space Available 

Is your child itching to play a musical instrument, but hasn’t had the chance until now? We may just have the perfect opportunity for them…

One space has become available for either an oboe, flute, clarinet or bassoon music lesson at BVP. If your child would be keen to start playing any of the above instruments, please contact: [email protected] 

The space will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. So, act quick to avoid disappointment!

Upcoming Music Dates

Hip-Hop with EMMPOWER!

We’re delighted to offer an exciting Dance for Wellbeing programme for children in Years 3 - 6. These fun and engaging sessions are designed to help pupils boost their confidence, resilience, creativity, and emotional wellbeing through movement. Sessions are held in a supportive environment in the George Hall after school on Mondays.

Parents and carers can book places via the QR code on the flyer below; more information on below flyer for session timings, prices etc.

If you have questions, want advice or have concerns regarding you child please don’t hesitate to contact us by calling the office or emailing  [email protected].

There is also lots of useful information and advice on our school website  https://www.bournvillevillageprimary.org.uk/Page/Detail/our-pastoral-team 

Next week we will be on WEEK 3.

You can pre-book meals in advance on Arbor till the end of the academic year (Arbor>> Meals>> Meal Choices Available>> Select Meal Choice)

Reminder: Even if your child is a packed Lunch, parents will need to book that lunch option on Arbor! 

And finally...

We are looking forward to seeing lots of you at the Carol Services next week, and then at the end of the day on Friday, the Carillon will be playing as we end the term. Please do hang around to listen and enjoy. 

Take care all, have a lovely weekend and we will see you on Monday.

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.