What a festive week we’ve had at Penshurst! These exciting events include: 

• PFA Breakfast with Santa: Our learners had a magical time enjoying breakfast with Santa, who spread cheer and joy to everyone. It was an incredibly well-attended morning, full of smiles and festive spirit! 

• School Christmas Lunch: Our Christmas lunch was a huge success! It was wonderful to see so many of our learners enjoying the holiday feast with friends and teachers. 

• EYFS Christmas Production: Our youngest performers in the Early Years Foundation Stage put on a spectacular Christmas production. We are so proud of all of the children for their hard work and dedication. 

• Christmas Jumper Day: It was a fantastic sight to see everyone dressed in their festive jumpers, raising money for a good cause. Thank you to all who participated and helped spread the Christmas cheer. 

We are so grateful for your support in making these events a success. It has been a joyful and memorable week, and we appreciate the festive spirit your children have brought to school! 

Also this week, Year 4 joined Mindscape and Floor 84 Studio, the creators of the new Dog Man video game, Dog Man: Mission Impawsible, for an exciting event all about how games are made. They explored the fascinating world of game development and discovered how art, storytelling, technology and science come together to form the games we love. Developers from the game answered learners’ pre-submitted questions all about coding, character creation, and how they brought the iconic Dog Man series to life! 

Please also note that the school will close early at 2:00 PM on Friday, 20th December. 

We look forward to welcoming the children back to school on Monday, 6th January. 

In other news: 

We would like to inform you that we have had confirmed cases of chickenpox within the school. While the situation is being closely monitored, we want to ensure that all parents are aware and take necessary precautions to protect their children and others. 

Chickenpox is a highly contagious viral infection that primarily affects children, though it can also occur in adults. Symptoms typically include an itchy rash with red spots and blisters, fever, and general discomfort. 

If your child develops any of these symptoms, please keep them at home and consult with a healthcare provider for advice. We also encourage you to monitor for any signs of illness and remind your child about the importance of hygiene practices, including frequent handwashing. 

As always, the health and safety of our students are our top priority. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us. 

If your child is going to be absent for whatever reason, please ensure you inform attendance rather than your child’s class teacher as this message will not be passed on. Many thanks for your support.  

Please see below a link to a range of activities that you can do with your child over the festive period. We thought it may be useful.  

https://bit.ly/3ZD7SLN 

Have a super weekend and I look forward to seeing you next week.