Broad Oak Primary School

Newsletter 29 April 2016

Email: admin@broadoak.manchester.sch.uk

Broad Oak Lane

East Didsbury
M20 5QB
Tel: 0161 445 6577

Website: www.broadoak.manchester.sch.uk

DR WHO TIME-TRAVELLER PRIMARY SCHOOL PROJECT

On the last day of the Spring Term, the Year 5 classes went to MMU (Manchester Metropolitan University) for a day of
workshops organised by the students. We had completed our Time Traveller topic and the students had organised activities
for us. We started in the lecture theatre and then split into groups to go forward and backwards in time. Doctor Who and his
companion wanted us to create a futuristic object which had to be made from Lego and then present their ideas to everyone
else. Travelling back in time we went to Ancient Greece and found out about pottery and the different Gods and Goddesses
they had. Finally we travelled to the 60s to find out about the Beatles and the music from that era. We had to solve clues to
find the missing Beatle and learn parts of a dance routine. All the children had fantastic day and the students said what a
pleasure (although nerve-wracking) it had been to work with them.

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BROAD OAK CARES GROUP

Our support group for parents of children who have additional
learning needs or need extra help in order to succeed in school
will be meeting on Tuesday 3rd May at 9.00am in the community
room. Unfortunately, we have been unable to meet for a while
due to staff absences so it would be nice to meet up again and
have a coffee and catch up, and share ideas for the future running
of the group. All welcome.

Places still available.

Understanding Childrens Behaviour

This positive course will help parents/carers build your confidence and
gives practical advice about dealing with common problems and so
improving your relationship with your child.
The course aims to:
Help you deal with your children more effectively.
Help you bring out the best behaviour in your child.
Build upon your skills for dealing with difficult behaviour.
Share ideas and strategies with other parents.
Broad Oak Primary School, Broad Oak Lane, M20 5QB
9.15 -11.15 a.m.
Every Wednesday from 27th April 13th July 2016
Its important all sessions are attended

DIDSBURY COMMUNITY
CHURCH VOLUNTEERS
On Saturday 16th April a group of volunteers from DCC
came to school to undertake two tasks to improve our
school. The first group re-cycled the tyres that were used
by Y4 for the 'Gigantagut' in the Autumn term. The tyres
have been stacked in threes at various points around our
site, and are about to be turned into planters so that we
can brighten up our grounds. A second group helped out
in the Library. Thank you to all involved for their hard
work.

SCHOOL MEALS
Just a reminder that a half terms notice is required in writing/ email
to c.ward@broadoak.manchester.sch.uk to change a child's
dinner pattern from school meals to packed lunch or packed lunch
to school meals. For parents not yet signed up for Parent Pay, log in
details are available from the office if you need them.

SCHOOL MEALS ARREARS AND OTHER

PAYMENTS TO SCHOOL
Please can we ask that Parents keep up to date with payments due
for School meals, trips, Nursery fees etc. We would ask that all
arrears are settled ASAP. If you would like to discuss an outstanding
account please call the school office. Thank you

FRIENDS OF BROAD OAK

EVENTS
Cake Sale 20th May after school
Paulhans turn to supply the cakes for our after school
cake sale, can they beat the wonderful totals raised by
Pankhurst and Williamson?
School disco Friday 29th April
6 - 7:30pm, 2 entry per child including a free glow
stick, refreshments and glow merchandise will be
available (KS1 children must be accompanied by an
adult)
Quiz 20th May
8pm venue TBC
Didsbury Festival 11th June
As always we will have a stall at the Didsbury festival,
providing entertainment and refreshment.

..IS LOOKING FOR THE

UKS BEST YOUNG BAKERS.
Do you fancy putting your baking skills to the test?
Can you make the most mouth-watering shortbread?
Are you potty about pies or simply bonkers about bread?
CBBC is looking for junior bakers aged between 9 -12 years across
the country to take part in the brand new
All parents/guardians please visit:
www.bbc.co.uk/cbbc/joinin/junior-bake-off-4-be-on-a-show
for an application form.
Email: juniorbakeoff@loveproductions.co.uk
For Enquiries: Tel: 0207 067 2470
Twitter: @BritishBakeOff

Summer Fair 2nd July 2pm

We will finish the year with a big summer fair with live
music and performances, bouncy castles, a BBQ, and
lots, lots more. This will be a community event and we
hope you will take the opportunity to bring friends and
family from outside Broad Oak along to see our
fabulous school.