Snow Day 2...

Given the ongoing situation with the weather, it is looking certain we will be closed again tomorrow. Right now, I am being told the roads around the school are challenging and travel is proving difficult in and out of town. I have already heard that our kitchens will be closed again tomorrow. We felt it important to allow you time to plan so we have made that decision now rather than wait till tomorrow morning. This not a decision we have taken lightly and we aware of the inconvenience it may cause many of you. We have to weigh this up against the risks of accessing our site, not being able to provide food or enough staff to ensure the school is safe to run. Many other schools have also take the decision to close.
Obviously, I had my Wookie Onesie ready this morning for Book Day. It's actually ideal for this sort of weather as it happens. We will be holding Book Day again - we promise - once things calm down. We will all be back to normal Monday. Please keep safe in the meantime!

School is Closed Today

It is with regret that we are having to take the decision to close Bitterne Manor today, We will be in touch regarding tomorrow later.
We apologise for any inconvenience this will cause.

Yesterday, Year 4 enjoyed their first My Money workshop. They discussed what they like to spend their money on and things they may like to save for in the future. They were split into groups and given different job roles to explore before working as a team to answer quiz questions about saving money. They concluded the session by completing some money problem solving to do with their given job role. They are all looking forward to the next session.

Fun in the snow

We have worked really hard today and this afternoon the snow began to come down. As a treat we went outside for 5 minutes to play in the snow. It was cold but great fun.

Bitterne Park Neighbourhood Policing Team Update

We are the Bitterne Park Neighbourhood Policing Team and each month we’ll be providing crime prevention advice and updates on issues within your area.

Since the beginning of the year, we’ve had reports of vehicle crime in the Bitterne North area. Items such as power tools, hand bags and sat navs are being stolen from vehicles.

• Upon locking your vehicle, try the door to ensure that it is actually locked.
• When leaving your car, close all of the windows.
• When parking at home, use your garage or park in a well-lit area.
• Leave the glove box open to show there is nothing inside.
• Do not leave anything in your vehicle. A jacket or coat left behind may be of little value to you but a thief may think it has been used to hide a laptop or hand bag.
• Do not store your documents in the car.
• Where possible, remove valuable items from the vehicle overnight and store them in a secure place.
• Apply a security marking product to power tools and equipment.
• Log your property for free at www.immobilise.com

We want to keep you up to date to with what’s going on in your community. Sign up for free to www.hampshirealerts.co.uk and receive messages from us of information, crime alerts and witness appeals local to the area in which you live or work.

 Report suspicious activity to us on 101

 For further advice contact us on southampton.north.police@hampshire.pnn.police.uk

My Money Project Kicks Off!

We are really lucky to have a company called MyBnk in school this half term, delivering a project with Years 4, 5 and 6 called 'My Money'. 

This is a curriculum based scheme that will focus on the children developing positive mindsets and habits about money from an early age.

The programme runs across a 6 week period, starting on Tuesday 27^th February, with MyBank coming in to deliver sessions every two weeks. Between each session there are teacher activities and family challenges to complete to enrich the learning.

The project was launched this morning with an assembly - are you a Super Spender or a Super Saver?! To be continued in class today...

 Watch out for further posts from each class to find out what they have been doing!

Parent Consultations: 27th and 28th February

This week we are holding our parent consultations on Tuesday 27th February (3.30 till 5.30) and Wednesday 28th February (5.00 till 7.00). We would very much like every parent to take the opportunity to see how their children are progressing. If you are unable to make an appointment, please let staff know so we can provide and opportunity outside of these hours - this is not a problem!

We have shared information with you already about your child's progress and attainment. This is a chance for you to have this explained to you in more detail. To understand how our assessment system works please take a look at this page of our website: www.bitternemanor.co.uk/assessment/

We have also shared information with you about your child's learning behaviours and we would strongly encourage you to discuss these with the class teacher.

Lastly, don't forget to fill in our 'Proud Parent' forms when  you see your child's amazing work!