Latest News
Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.
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Sports Day
Thu 23 May 2019What a fantastic day we had on Monday. It was wonderful to see the pupils demonstrating the 5R’s throughout the morning field events of: Javelin, Long or Triple Jump and the Long Distance Run, as well as the multitude of afternoon events. Thankfully the weather held out and the conditions were perfect. Thank you to parents for attending, cheering and supporting everyone in their events. We were once again so proud of our pupils for the behaviour, participation, team spirit and helpfulness shown throughout the event.
The results were as follows:
1st – Yellow Team = 318 points
2nd – Blue Team = 306 points
3rd – Red Team = 305 points
4th – Green Team = 301 points.
The FoAJ have kindly offered to run a refreshments stand, with your help £45 was raised. Thanks Miss Gibson
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SATs Week
Thu 16 May 2019We made it! We survived SATs!
A massive well done to all of our Year 6 pupils. Despite the challenge of SATs this week, you have all demonstrated resilience and a determination to do your best. Pupils have attended breakfast boosters, taken part in relaxation/yoga workouts and tackled the SATs tests with maturity. Each and every one of you has given 100% and whatever the results, we are proud of what you have achieved. The results will come out in early July and will be sent to you along with your child’s school report.
Many thanks for everyone's support this week and in the weeks leading up to it: Teachers and TA's for supporting breakfast boosters and for reminding the pupils how brilliant they are, Bow for preparing us with her daily workouts and members of the Governing Body for supporting as readers, observers and invigilators. Parents/Carers, our thanks to you also for supporting the pupils with revision, homework tasks, encouragement and ensuring they were well rested and prepared for the day. We couldn't have done it without you.
As a reward for their efforts, Y6 pupils have a 'dress down Friday' tomorrow. They may attend school in their PJ's, onsesie's or non-uniform, in exchange for a £1 donation towards our Summer Camp fundraising efforts.
Many thanks for your continued support. Best Wishes Miss Gibson & Miss Hubert.
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Prent Forum Minutes
Fri 15 Mar 2019Parent Forum Minutes from our recent meeting at Albany Infants are in the newsletter section. -
SATs Parents Information Workshop
Tue 12 Mar 2019Many thanks to those parents who attended last nights SATs information workshop. Copies of the presentation shared, a leaflet for parents and a link to the online video can be found on both 6G's and 6H's class page. Please do get in touch if you have an queries regarding SATs week. -
SATs Information Evening
Fri 01 Mar 2019SATs Parent Workshop – Monday 11th March
On Monday 11th March 2019 @ 3.45pm, I will be running a parent workshop which will focus on Year 6 SATs. During the session information will be shared about the Statutory Assessments undertaken by all Year 6 pupils during week beginning 13th May 2019. The aim of the session is to outline the tests to be undertaken, the content of each of the tests, provide a timetable of the assessments, share ways in which school are supporting pupils and what you can do to help at home. If you are unable to attend the meeting, information shared is available on request.
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Momo letter and guidance
Wed 27 Feb 2019Dear Parents and Carers
Please find attached an information leaflet regarding a current internet based `game' called `Momo.' This can be accessed via websites or apps such as Whatsapp, Facebook, YouTube and YouTube Kids and has received a lot of attention in the press and social media over the past few days.
We would urge all parents and carers to read the leaflet so that you are familiar with the game and can act if your child comes across this or talks about it. We would also like to take this opportunity to remind parents of the importance of closely monitoring what your child is accessing online. Many excellent tips and guidance about how to monitor and control children's internet access can be found on the NSPCC website. This can be accessed by visiting https://www.nspcc.org.uk/preventing-abuse/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/.In school, we regularly discuss with children the importance of staying safe online and remind them that, "before you tap and click, you need to stop and think... and tell someone."
Many thanks for your support.
Craig Robertson
Head TeacherAlbany Junior School
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Christmas Lights Switch On
Fri 16 Nov 2018
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Free tennis
Fri 16 Nov 2018
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Non-uniform Friday 16th November
Tue 13 Nov 2018What a busy half term! Due to asking for donations for Remembrance on wear red day last week, we have taken the decision to change the non-uniform day charge of £1 planned for Friday 16th November. Instead we are inviting pupils to wear non-uniform in exchange for an item for the Christmas Fayre (taking place on Monday 26th November) this can be a bottle (alcoholic or non-alcoholic), chocolates, biscuits or an item for the raffle.
We would love any donations of raffle prizes from local businesses, so if you have any items/prizes or know of any one who can help, we would be most grateful.
In addition to wearing non-uniform, pupils can purchase Pudsey bear biscuits for 50p at morning break, in support of Children-In-Need. They are also encouraged to wear odd socks in aid of anti-bullying week.
Attached is a poster to support the day. If you have any questions, please contact the school office.
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Year 6 Enterprise Challenge
Wed 24 Oct 2018Following a successful visit to Hagg Farm last week, pupils in Year 6 are now beginning to think about the prospect of running a summer camp during summer term. The date has been set for Wednesday 16th & Thursday 17th July 2019. With such a large year group, pupils have quite a challenge this year and are hoping to raise £1870 through a series of events throughout the rest of the academic year. If your child is not in year 6, there is no obligation to support the events. However, I know that the Year 6 pupils are already super excited about the camp and would really appreciate any support you and your children can offer.
Below is the overview planned so far (more events may be added along the way!)
Small Change Challenge 6G 'v' 6H
From Monday 5th November, pupils in both classes will be starting the small change challenge. This is an on-going activity, which involves collecting items of small change. Every penny counts in their bid to be crowned the small change challenge champions. The winning class will earn themselves a non-uniform day.
More details will be issued closer to the time, however provisional dates and events are shown below.
Pamper Hamper Raffle - launched at our Christmas fayre on Monday 26th November 2018. The draw will take place on Friday 21st December 2018.
Smartie Challenge - launched on Monday 7th January 2019
Valentine's day face paint - Thursday 14th February 2019
Easter Egg Raffle - launched on Monday 18th March 2019.
The draw will take place on Thursday 4th April 2019.
Dress down Friday - Friday 17th May 2019
Sponsored walk - Week Beginning 10th June 2019
If you have any questions about the above, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
