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Falconer's Hill Infant School Friday 22nd May 2026

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✨Review Of The Week βœ¨

Wow, what a busy and exciting final week of term it has been!

In EYFS, the children have continued their learning about People Who Help Us. Their learning was brought to life with a special visit from our local PSCO and police officer, who also brought along their police van for the children to explore. In Maths, EYFS have continued working hard on their number bonds to 10.

Year 1 have been practising counting in 2s, 5s and 10s, as well as writing about our school, including the areas they enjoy the most and where they feel safest. They have also continued to develop their creative talents through painting in the style of Vincent van Gogh.

Year 2 have been busy learning all about time, with a particular focus on quarter past and quarter to the hour. Some of our Year 2 children also demonstrated our school values wonderfully while representing the school at the Royal & Derngate during the Big Sing performance, themed around the zoo. We are incredibly proud of their perseverance, commitment and excellent behaviour within the community.

This week has also included our phonics assessments. Thank you for your continued support with daily reading at home, which plays such an important role in your child’s educational journey.

To celebrate the children’s engagement in learning this term, the whole school enjoyed a special values treat on the school field.

As the weather becomes warmer, please ensure sun cream is applied before school and that your child brings a hat and water bottle each day.

We wish you all a wonderful half-term break and look forward to welcoming everyone back on Monday 1st June when school reopens.

Attendance Matters

Attendance is a priority concern as part of our commitment to safeguarding every child. We believe that children can only reach their full potential through regular, full-time education.

🎯Our Attendance Target

At Falconer's Hill Infant School, we aim for all pupils to achieve at least 96% attendance.

βœ…  Why 96%?
Pupils with 96% or higher attendance gain a significant advantage β€” that’s at least 62 more hours of learning compared to a child with just 90% attendance.

Let’s work together to support our children’s education and make every school day count!

This Week's Attendance
18th May - 22nd May

Here’s how each class did this week with their attendance:

🌰 Chestnut – 98%
🍁 Sycamore – 96%
🌿 Ash – 96%
πŸ‚ Maple – 99%
🌳 Oak – 88%
🌼 Willow – 96%

🏫 Whole School Attendance β€“ 93%

πŸ₯‡ Congratulations to Maple Class for achieving 99% attendance this week! You’ve earned the Attendance Cup! Well done!

Let's keep up the great attendance at our school β€” every day counts!

Attendance Communication

We kindly ask all parents and carers to contact the school as early as possible if your child is going to be absent.
You can notify us via: 

  • Telephone: 01327 702878 – Office hours are 8am-4pm but leaving a voicemail is an option
  • Email: admin@fhis.inmat.org.uk
  • Seesaw message: Ideally to Mrs Griffiths or Mrs Orme.

If your child has a medical appointment, please inform the school office in advance.
Where possible, please provide appointment letters, cards, or confirmation messages so we can update our records accurately.

Early communication helps us keep our attendance records accurate and supports the wellbeing of all our students.

Thank you for your support and cooperation.

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PTA Volunteer Opportunity – Can You Help at Our Summer Fayre?

We are looking for a family volunteer to join our PTA and support the school at our upcoming Summer Fayre.

This is a small, friendly role open to parents or grandparents of children in the school. The focus will be helping to run a table stall at the fayre, supporting the PTA in creating a fun and successful event for our school community.

The role is entirely voluntary and a great way to get involved, meet other families, and contribute to school life.

If you are interested or would like to find out more, please contact the school office.

Thank you for your continued support!

                                                        


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School Office Foyer

If you are in the school office foyer, we kindly ask that you do not let other visitors in.

We appreciate the politeness, but this is an important part of keeping everyone safe and maintaining privacy within our school.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Respectful Language & Behaviour on School Grounds

We kindly remind parents, carers, and visitors to use kind and respectful language at all times on the school site. Swearing, hand gestures or unkind words are not appropriate, as we aim to set a positive example for our children and maintain a caring, welcoming environment for everyone.

No Smoking or Vaping on School Grounds.

We kindly remind all parents, carers, and visitors that smoking and vaping are not permitted anywhere on the school site, including car parks and outdoor areas.

This helps us maintain a clean, healthy, and safe environment for all our students, staff, and families. Thank you for your cooperation and for setting a positive example for our young people.


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Parent Useful Resources Padlet

FHIS Parent Resources Padlet

Breakfast Club Bookings

If you wish for your child to attend Breakfast Club, please, where possible, ensure their place is booked in advance.

We understand that emergencies can happen. However, if possible, a quick phone call to the school office to let us know would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you for your support.

Breakfast Club

Every Day: 8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
With Mrs Burton & Mrs Howard

Start your day with a smile!
Enjoy a tasty, healthy breakfast and some fun before the school day begins.

βœ… Nutritious Food
βœ… Friendly Faces
βœ… Safe, Welcoming Environment
βœ… Open to All Students
🍫 PLUS – Don’t Miss Chocolate Friday! (A sweet treat to end the week!)

πŸ’· Β£4 per session
πŸŽ“ Free for families eligible for Pupil Premium

πŸ“ Where: School Hall, access via Mulberry
⏰ When: 8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
πŸ“… Every School Day
πŸ“ž Please speak to the school office to book your place.

Come hungry, leave happy – fuel up for a fantastic day! πŸš€

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Big Sing Art Competition

Well Done to our Big Sing Art Competition winners.....

Shyam 

Nelly

Kevin

Ain

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