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Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.
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Letter from Department of Public Health re Measles
Thu 21 Mar 202420 March 2024
Dear Parents and Carers
Measles (MMR) Vaccine Reminder
There remains an increasing number of people with measles in Birmingham. Most of these are young children who have not had their MMR (measles) vaccine, although the numbers of adults getting measles is also increasing now too.
Measles is a highly infectious disease, which can be very serious. Two doses of the MMR vaccine is the best protection against measles. Over 80% of Birmingham children and adults have had the MMR vaccine. We need everyone protected.
The MMR vaccine is safe for every faith. There is a type of MMR vaccine that does not contain pork gelatine, so it can be used for people who do not touch any pork products. This vaccine is available at every GP practice, and it is free.
Please contact your GP to book an appointment for Measles (MMR) vaccine.
Children and adults can catch up on any missed vaccines. Children should have the first dose at 1 year old and the second dose at 3 years and 4 months old. Two doses of the MMR can provide life-long immunity.
Up to a third to half of those with measles have been very ill and had to be admitted to hospital - this disrupts learning or work, and some people will suffer long-term effects from getting measles. Please ensure you and your loved ones are vaccinated this, Easter.
Yours sincerely,
Humera Sultan
Consultant in Public Health, Public Health Division, Birmingham City Council
For more information visit: Measles - NHS (www.nhs.uk)
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Safeguarding tips for your parents / guardians
Wed 06 Mar 2024Supporting the wellbeing of children has never been so important. To assist you in doing this, SSS Safeguarding Team regularly produce fantastic free parental resources for you, please see the link below. These cover a range of topics including:
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Keeping your child safe online
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Tips for tackling sleep problems
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Tips for supporting your child through school anxiety
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Mental health and wellbeing
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Improving attendance
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PE Days 2023 2024
Fri 29 Sep 2023Nursery
Thursday
Reception
Monday and Friday
Year 1
Monday and Tuesday
Year 2
Tuesday and Thursday
Year 3
Tuesday and Thursday
Year 4
Monday and Wednesday
Year 5
Monday and Wednesday
Year 6
Tuesday and Thursday
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Places where kids eat free or for £1 during the 6 weeks holiday
Fri 07 Jul 2023
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New Heights Cafe Opening Hours over Easter
Tue 04 Apr 2023New Heights Cafe - Warren Farm Road
8am-12pm - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday ay New Heights Cafe
8am-12pm - Friday in St John's Centre next to the Church
Closed for Easter from Friday 7th April - Monday 10th April.
Open from Tuesday 11th April.
Family meal deals and Easter craft activities
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FREE Community Easter Meal - New Heights
Wed 08 Mar 2023FREE Community Easter Meal - New Heights
Following last year 's success, we will be offering a free Easter meal to residents of Kingstanding on Saturday 8th April 2023. Due to demand, spaces will be limited and must be booked in advance. We will be prioritising meals to those most vulnerable, isolated and suffering from financial hardship. Meals are delivery only between: 1:30pm and 3:30pm We cannot give a specific time. FREE Community Easter Meal :ALL BOOKINGS MUST BE MADE BY: Thursday 16th March 2023
Call: 07555 496 614
Email: enquiries@new-heights.org.uk
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February Soccer Schools
Mon 06 Feb 2023With February half term fast approaching, we would like to share with you our February Soccer Schools -
February Soccer Schools
Venues: Aston (Academy Building, Villa Park)
Harborne (Lordswood Girls School)Sutton Coldfield (Sutton Coldfield Town FC)
Tamworth (Tamworth Enterprise College)
Dates: Monday 20th – Friday 24th February 2023
Time: 9:30 – 15:30
Price: £80
Ages: 5 – 12 year oldsPRE BOOK NOW VIA THE LINKS BELOW
Aston (February Soccer School) * limited spaces left *
Harborne (February Soccer School)
Sutton Coldfield (February Soccer School)
Tamworth (February Soccer School)
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Half term Holiday Activities for Free School Meal pupils
Tue 31 Jan 2023Holiday Activities and Food Programme - February 2023
We’re delighted to offer two opportunities for children and families to join in some exciting events taking place across Birmingham during February half-term.
The events are aimed at children and young people in Birmingham aged 4-16 who are eligible for benefits-related free school meals.
Come and Try Bring it on Brum! - from Monday, 20 February to Friday, 24 February
These FREE ‘taster’ sessions will allow children and families to experience some of the services and activities available through Bring it on Brum, and be encouraged to sign up for the Easter Summer, and Winter holidays!
There’ll be lots of activities on offer including sports and games, arts and crafts, dance and music, and sharing of information and advice for the whole family!
Bring it on Brum! Family Food Festivals - from Saturday, 11 February to Sunday, 26 February
These FREE events are designed to include a variety of practical demonstrations, workshops for children and adults alike, and offer information and advice on cooking for a family.
It’s simple to book and find out more about these events through the Bring it on Brum! website: www.bringitonbrum.co.uk
Bookings are being taken from 30 January 2023 and no HAF codes are required!
Please direct any queries to: Birminghamholidayactivities@streetgames.org
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SEND Parent Meetings
Fri 27 Jan 2023SEND Parent Meetings
Early Support Programme for SEND Parent Carers
Birmingham City council are offering a series of parents’ meetings to support SEND Parent Carers through their ‘Be Empowered’ workshops.
Dates: 16/2/23, 2/3/23, 9/3/23, 16/3,23, 23/3/23, 30/3/23.
Please see the flyers under the newsletter section of the website for booking information.
Occupational Therapy (OT) Webinars for Parents
There will be a series of webinars for parents on a range of OT related topics:
- Toileting with OT
Thursday 9/2/23- 9:30-10:30am
- Managing Sensory outside the home for Primary aged pupils
Wednesday 8/3/23- 9:30-10:30am
- Supporting feeding and mealtimes
Thursday 30/3/23- 1:30-2:30pm
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On Line Safety
Fri 27 Jan 2023Online Safety - What Parents and Carers Need to Know about Age Ratings
Children accessing inappropriate games, apps and social media sites can be extremely damaging to their mental and emotional wellbeing. National Online Safety have produced an age ratings poster to support you to make informed choices as to whether the game etc. is suitable for your child.
Please see the link below for a free online safety guide on age ratings, this guide will provide you with tips on a number of potential risks such as inappropriate content, peer pressure and online spending.
https://nationalonlinesafety.com/hub/view/guide/what-parents-need-to-know-about-age-ratings?product=
Poster can be found on the Online Safety page on our website (Key Information, Online Safety).
