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Did anyone notice Sophie Davis, in Mrs Outhwaite’s class on the television when she appeared as a Chelsea mascot for their UEFA Champions League Match against Napoli on 14th March. She walked out with Ramires – Chelsea No 7 player. Her Dad had won a competition which included being a mascot then watching the game. Her mum and brother, Aaron, also travelled up to Stamford Bridge to share in this wonderful experience.
Mrs Kelly, Mrs Morgan and Mrs Peek invite you to come along for a cup of tea and a chat with other parents.
This is an opportunity for you to let us know what works well for your child and what we could do to make your child’s experience at Collingwood even better.
There will be “party bags” to take home!
Why not bring a friend along? See our notice boards in the playground for the next date.
Curriculum information about each part of the school’s intended learning this term is now available on our website or inyour child’s school journal. Please do not hesitate to ask your child’s teacher if you wish to know more.
Many of our agreed policies are available on our website.and paper copies are available on request.
On sale in the school office
Dinner/trip/event money envelopes £1.50 per pack of 50.
Collingwood logo water bottles £2.00
Collingwood bookbags
All uniform bearing Collingwood logo and bookbags are available from Patricia’s (see above). Please note that ALL pupils, including Year 6 are expected to have a bookbag (or very small rucksack) which is taken home every night.
Information and Useful Contacts for Parents
Want to find out if you qualify for Free School Meals or a Uniform grant?
Essex Pupils support Services can tell you everything you need to know. Telephone them free phone on 0845 603 2200. Please do register for Free School Meals (or let us know in confidence) even if you do not intend to take them as this registration is one of the criteria used by school when selecting pupils to benefit from other funded activities and can influence school funding.
Essex Family Information Service (F.I.S.) offers a wealth of support and advice for families on a range of issues. Take a look at their website at or phone the helpline on 0800 055 6874 or email on . For information on childcare also try
National Association for Gifted Children0845 450 0221
Parents at Work Helpline0207 6283578
(for families on low income)0207 628 2128
Parentline Plus0808 800 2222
SNAP01277 211300
(Local support group for children with special needs and their parents)
Not sure about employing a private tutor? Want to know more about data protection? Want to know about clubs that run at our school in the evenings?
We have a number of leaflets and magazines for parents in our foyer from us and other organisations. Please come and have a browse.
Our latest school profile can be found on hard copies are available from the office on request.
Dates for your diary
If school is ever closed, at short notice,it will appear on the school website first and be announced on Essex FM. All parents who have signed up for emails and texting will also be contacted automatically.
Please avoid ringing the school as staff will be trying to get through!
Yr 5 Able Mathematicians and able writers 10 week course starts week beginning Monday 30th April
Parent’s tea Party1:30 Thursday 10th May
Miss Moran’s Class assembly to parents9:15 Thursday 10th May
SATs tests for Year 6 pupilsWeek commencing, 14th May
Mrs Macartney and Mrs Nicolson’s Classes visit ChetwoodAfternoons of 14th, 21st and 28th May
Parent Forum – Homework9am Thursday 24thMay 9am
BikeabilityMonday, 28th May to Thursday 31st May (afternoons)
“Open House” Mon-Thurs until 4pmMonday 28th to Thursday 31st May
(come and see your child’s work, no need to book)
Inflatables (PTA event) CANCELLEDTBC Wednesday 30th May - CANCELLED
Diamond Jubilee LunchFriday, 1st June
Half termMonday 4th – Friday 8th June
Father’s Day/Special Person LunchesMon 11th June – Fri 15th (limited number of places each day)
Yr 5 11+ Club (Every Thursday 3:30-4:30 starting 14th June until 12th July
Year 5 Puberty talksMonday, 11th June
Yr3/4 visit from WharburtonsThursday 14th June
Year 5 AssemblyThursday, 14th June (9.15 am)
Father’s Day SaleFriday, 15th June
Year 6 Induction at William de Ferrers SchoolWednesday, 20th June (morning)
Mrs Williamson’s Class Lunch Wednesday 20th June
Year 6 PhotographsThursday, 21st June
Parent Forum9am Tuesday 26th June
Stars of Something New – Show to UpperSchoolWednesday 27th June
Miss Cook’s Class Lunch Wednesday 27th June
Year 2 Mini OlympicsThursday, 28th June
Curriculum Showcase TBA
Mrs. Williamson’s Assembly to parents at 9.15 amFriday, 29th June 2012
FOCUS Summer FayreFriday 29th June (after school)
“Collingwood does the Olympics”Thursday 5th July (Special lunches all week)
“Collingwood does the Olympics”Friday 6th July (if wet on Thursday)
Olympic Torch Relay visiting Chelmsford Friday 6th and Saturday 7th July 2012 see or the BBC website for details of the route.
Guitar ConcertMonday, 9th July
District Sports – Field EventsTuesday, 10th July
District Sports – Track EventsThursday, 12th July
Parent Forum9am Thursday 12thJuly
Open Evening Thursday 12th July (school meal tasting)
Last day for pupilsFriday 20th July 2012
Training Day for staff-School closed for pupilsMonday 23rd July 2012
School closed for staff training Monday 3rd September 2012
First day for pupils Tuesday 4th September 2012
Parent ForumThursday 22nd September
Ironbridge Residential Trip for Year 6 Monday 22nd October to Friday 26th October
School closed for Polling Thursday 15th November 2012
Dates for next year (all to be confirmed as there are still 3 non-pupil days to be agreed by Governors):
Half term Mon 29th October – Friday 2nd November 2012
Last day for pupils no later than Friday 21st December 2012
Spring Term begins no earlier than Mon 7th January 2013
Half term Mon 18th- Fri 22nd February 2013
Last day for pupils no later than Thursday 28th March 2013
Summer Term begins no earlier than Mon 15th April 2013
Half term Mon 27th May – Fri 31st May 2013
May Bank Holiday 6th May 2013
Messages from other organisations
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Our 10 week programmes –
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for families with children aged: 2 to 4 years , 5 to 7 years and 8 to 11 years
The weekly programme includes:
- Tricks and tips for keeping your family healthy
- Fun family cooking sessions
- Fun physical activity
- Free recipes and free give-aways
Places are limited so call us today 01621 727354 e-mail
Play Sport 2012
2012 promises to be an outstanding summer of sport, not only in London but also right here in Chelmsford. This year, over twenty clubs are joining together and partnering Chelmsford Council to be part of Play Sport 2012 and offer everyone, of all ages the chance to take part in something new.
Sports clubs want it to be easier for you to join, so you'll find them running an array of activities, from free coaching, taster sessions and open days to challenges, competitions, demonstrations and even BBQ's! The entire event willtake place from 1 May until 31 August 2012. Try your hand at gymnastics, karate, bowls, cricket, tennis, swimming, baton twirling, football and hockey, for free!
To see what’s happening and where, please visit
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