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Mr C Wisby (Head Teacher)

We can confirm that our children have been rated by OFSTED as outstanding! In our inspection (July 08) under personal development and well-being our children were described as outstanding in the following areas:


How good is the overall personal development and well-being of the learners
OUTSTANDING

The extent of learners’ spiritual, moral, social and cultural development
OUTSTANDING

The extent to which learners adopt healthy lifestyles
OUTSTANDING

The extent to which learners adopt safe practices
OUTSTANDING

How well do learners enjoy their education
OUTSTANDING

The behaviour of learners
OUTSTANDING

The extent to which learners make a positive contribution to the community
OUTSTANDING

We are delighted that our school was rated as good with outstanding features!
Full details of the report can be found by clicking on this link:
Caedmon Ofsted Report

July 14, 2010

Sports Day

Unfotunately due to the weather Sports day will not be taking place today. There will be notices around school letting parents know. We will try to re-organise a new date but this will depend on the diary. Will let parents know as soon as possible.

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June 14, 2010

Throughout this term our nursery children have been given the wonderful opportunity of working with the staff from 'Kidzrfit'. This has been set up through the Surestart Centre and takes place every Monday afternoon from 1.30 til 2.30pm in the main hall.
The sessions include games, music and stories that are designed to help your child build confidence and have fun at the same time.The sessions also teach the children about their bodies and the importance of being fit and healthy. Respect and social skills begin to grow as they learn to take turns, share and make friends.
Parents are encouraged to come along and participate with their child in these fun filled activities. If you would like to know more please contact either Miss Hanratty in nursery or Mrs McVicar in the main school. The sessions are open to allpreschool children (even if they do not attend our school).

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June 5, 2010

LAST CHANCE TO BOOK A PLACE FOR YEAR 2 AND 3 FAMILY LEARNING

Family Learning starts this Wednesday for all parents/carers of Year 2 and 3 children. Call 0191 4338678 to book a place or see below for more details. Don't miss out on free out of school visits and much much more!

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May 25, 2010

Family Gardening begins September 22nd 2010 for 4 weeks

We will be starting our own round of Family Gardening after the summer holidays. The aim is to develop the school grounds to make it a more colourful and pleasant place for the children to be in. So why not sign up for some gardening sessions with your child.Parents. Carers, Grandparents etc all welcome.
If you would like to come along then please fill in the reply slip, which your child has brought home, or leave a message with your name and number for Mrs McVicar. Thank you.

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Family Learning Year 2 and 3

Parents and Carers of Year 2 and 3 children come along to join us in having fun with your child. Sessions start Wednesday 9th June 9-11.30 am and will run for 5 weeks. There will be a visit to Bill Quay Farm, Great North Museum, Saltwell Park and lots of other fun activities for you and your child.
Your child will have recieved a letter to sign up for these activities and will be sent a reminder in the next few days. Alternatively you can ring 0191 4338678 and book a place yourself. Please do not delay in returning your slip or ringing as our Family Learning sessions have been so popular that you may miss your chance to take part.
Lastly a quick reminder to say that all activites are absolutely free!

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May 10, 2010

Gateshead Dance festival 2010

Over forty pupils took part in the Dance Festival on 15th March, which was held at the spectacular Sage in Gateshead. Many local schools participated and the festival was a great success overall. There were some fantastic costumes and masks and it was great to see pupils ranging from Reception to Year five involved.
I would like to say a big thank you to all of the pupils who have been working so had to make this happen.
Well Done!
Miss Bradshaw

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May 7, 2010

Dad crowned North East Chef of the Year 2010

Many congratulations to Mr Campbell (Connor and Toby's dad) who has been crowned North East Chef of the Year 2010 at a grand awards dinner at Newcastle Racecourse. Mr Campbell was one of eight chefs who battled it out for first place in the North East Culinary Trade Association competition. Well done Mr Campbell!

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April 28, 2010

Family Gardening

Your child will have brought home a letter about the upcoming Family Gardening which will take place at Path Head, Blaydon ( near Blaydon Library). The workshop will start May 4th 4-6pm and will continue for 4 weeks. If you have not recieved a letter and/or would like more information then please ring 0191 4338678. The workshops are a really fun way to interact with your child and are suitable for beginners too!
If you and your family do not have your own transport then this can be arranged though the Family Learning team. Please don't wait too long to ring to book a place as it is first come first served.
Thanks Mrs McVicar

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April 19, 2010

Calling all Parents and Carers of Reception and Year 1 children!!!!

Just a quick reminder to say that if you haven't already signed up for our Numeracy Family Learning starting this Wednesday (21st April) then it is not too late to fill out a form and come and join in. Spare forms are available from the office. We have had great feedback from both children and parents/carers who have joined in our workshops so far. Everyone involved has really enjoyed working together to learn new skills and simply have fun together!

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March 30, 2010

Coming soon!!!! Year 2 and 3 Family Learning

Parents and carers of Year 2 and 3 children will be recieving a letter after the Easter holidays explaining in more detail about our next round of Family Learning activities.
The workshops will start Wednesday 9th June (9-11am) and will continue for 5 weeks. Within the workshops parents and carers will have the opportunity to learn some simple skills which will help your child develop their reading ability. We will aslo be showing both you and your child some easy to use activities in our ICT suite. These activities are all fun and you do not need to know much about computers as we will all be learning together.
This is a perfect opportunity to spend quality time with your child whilst helping them learn at the same time. We look forward to seeing as many of you as possible.

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