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Welcome to our News section!
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Covid-19 Update for Parents
Fri 27 Nov 2020Dear Parents and Guardians,
I wish to inform you that a member of our school community has tested positive for Covid-19.
I have sought the most up-to-date advice from the Public Health Agency and one class bubble has been closed for a two-week period.
The parents of the pupils affected have been notified.
I do appreciate the concerns of parents, pupils and the wider school community and wish to reassure you that every precaution has been taken.
Ensuring the safety of pupils and staff is my absolute priority and I will continue to monitor this situation carefully and keep you informed.
Parents or guardians with any questions or concerns are welcome to contact me at jarmstrong775@c2kni.net
Kind Regards,
Mr. J. Armstrong
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Anti-Bullying Week draws to a close
Fri 20 Nov 2020As this year's Anti-Bullying Week draws to a close, we continue to think about how we can stand together and be "United against bullying". We are renowned in Brooklands for our warmth, friendliness & good humour; something we aim to instill in every pupil in our care. This past week, and every week, we say YES to respecting others and NO to bullying.
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Big Brookies Fitness Fundraiser
Thu 19 Nov 2020Huge thanks to Mr Henry Junior and Mr Coetzee for making our Fitness Fundraiser such a success! We moved, we jumped, we danced...we had a ball! Keep the sponsor money coming in - as always, the generosity of our families has overwhelmed us all so THANK YOU for all your support!
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Homework Update for Parents
Thu 19 Nov 2020Please see our 'Homework Update for Parents' by clicking here.
The attached letter explains our upcoming move from online tasks to short written tasks from next week.
Many thanks for your ongoing support from home.
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Individual school photographs - don't forget to register!
Wed 18 Nov 2020Individual school photographs will be taken on Monday 23rd and Tuesday 24th November (sorry, no sibling or family photographs this year). To have your child's photograph taken, you must register at https://orders.coolforschoolphotography.com/start/ enter our school code JR285YP, select the appropriate class and add your child's details. Please remember to register by 7pm on Sunday 22nd November. -
It's almost time for our Big Brookies Fitness Fundraiser!
Mon 16 Nov 2020This week we are looking forward to participating in our Big Brookies Fitness Fundraiser! On Wednesday 18th November, our P1-P3 classes will be heading to the hall for a wonderful workout with Mr Coetzee featuring lots of epic moves and fantastic music. On Thursday 19th November, it will be the turn of our P4-P7 classes as they enjoy their workout with Mr Henry Junior. The children won't be getting changed for these workouts but should come to school wearing trainers.
Want to know more? Click here to watch our preview video!
We are hoping to raise much-needed funds for our school so please complete your sponsor form, place the money you've raised into the envelope provided and return this to school as soon as possible. Thank you!
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Anti-Bullying Week 16th-20th November
Fri 13 Nov 2020The theme for Anti-Bullying Week 2020 is: United Against Bullying.
On Monday 16th November we will mark the beginning of Anti-Bullying Week by wearing ODD SOCKS to school. Odd socks day is an opportunity to encourage people to express themselves and celebrate their individuality and what makes us all unique!
During the week the children will learn about
- looking out for each other
- being kind
- difference and diversity
-the power of words
This is the first time Northern Ireland has taken part in the nationwide odd socks campaign so let’s show everyone how we do things in Brookies!
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Covid Update 4th November 2020
Wed 04 Nov 2020Dear Parents and Guardians,
I wish to inform you that a member of our school community has tested positive for Covid-19.
I have sought the most up-to-date advice from the Public Health Agency and one class bubble has been closed for a two-week period.
The parents of the pupils affected have been notified.
I do appreciate the concerns of parents, pupils and the wider school community and wish to reassure you that every precaution has been taken.
Ensuring the safety of pupils and staff is my absolute priority and I will continue to monitor this situation carefully and keep you informed.
Parents or guardians with any questions or concerns are welcome to contact me at jarmstrong775@c2kni.net
Guidance from the Department of Education regarding PE has now changed, and we will be able to recommence PE lessons in school.
Kind Regards,
Mr. J. Armstrong
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Covid Update
Tue 03 Nov 2020Dear Parents and Guardians,
May I take this opportunity to welcome the children back to school once more, after our extended half-term break.
New guidance issued yesterday from the Department of Education now states that 'PE can only be provided outdoors in a maximum group of fifteen and should be non-contact.'
This new guidance means that we will be unable to offer PE as part of our curriculum, until such times as this guidance changes.
We feel that Physical Education is a vital part of the school curriculum and so important for children's physical and mental health and well-being, but we must adhere to this new guidance given to schools.
As per yesterday's text message sent, could we again stress the vital importance of exiting the playground immediately after drop-off and collection times.
When on school premises please remember to observe social distancing guidelines and if able to, please consider the use of face coverings at these times.
Thank you for your continued support in helping to keep everyone safe.
Kindest Regards,
Mr J. Armstrong.
