None of us can complain that summer has not arrived this week. It has certainly been hot and keeping the focus on learning is definitely challenging in these conditions. I was a little surprised to discover that some of the children were coming to school without water bottles or hats during the hot weather because they are essential in helping the children cope with the extreme conditions –the children should be bringing water bottles to school every day because drinking water frequently helps them to focus in lessons. During sunny weather the children should also come to school wearing sunblock and bring their own supply with them to reapply if you think it will be necessary for them to do so. We do take precautions to try to ensure your child’s welfare during the hot weather so please support us by sending your child in with the correct provisions to help protect them from the extreme conditions.

As you will remember last Friday was our Sports Day and some of you were kind enough to send in donations of cakes and biscuits to help the School Council raise money for playground equipment. I did say I would inform you of how much was raised in my next newsletter but unfortunately I did not have the total in time for that letter so I am delighted to tell you now that we raised a £100 from the sale of cakes (there was £230 raised in the total sale of refreshments but the rest of the money has gone to the PTA fund from which the school also benefits). I would like to thank everyone who sent in the donations of baked goods which allowed us to raise this impressive amount of money.

I have seen many of you in school this week because of the parent consultations. I hope you found the consultations informative and are pleased with the progress your child has made.  I know that the teachers enjoy being able to share your child’s learning with you and I know they will tell you that I do not say it enough but they have worked very hard this year to provide your child with a stimulating and enjoyable learning experience. The school is very lucky to have them as well as all the other staff who give their all to make Little Heath a great place for your children to learn.

I am typing this blog amongst big preparations for the summer fayre which is going to be tomorrow. I cannot believe it has come around so fast and I know it is going to be a great day. There are loads of stalls and fairground attractions as well as a barbeque, bar and lots of other foodstuffs so there is no need to have lunch before you come. I will be there supporting Mrs Zegallo as she take pictures of people with the Mustangs which we will have on display for the day. I hope to see many of you there.