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Oliver Goldsmith Primary School Newsletter

OGPS – A learning environment that is a climate of excellence; where ambition and challenge lead to outstanding achievement.

Address: 83 Peckham Road, London SE5 8UH Email: office@olivergoldsmith.southwark.sch.uk Phone: 0207 703 4894 Date: Friday 18 January 2019 Issue: 17

Where are they now? Former Oliver Goldsmith Pupil

Offered Place At Cambridge University! Jack said, “Besides the supportive teachers that recognised my potential and the fantastic times I spent with friends, the most vivid memory I have of Oliver Goldsmith was receiving my SATs results. Whilst proud of my maths and science grades I wanted to do better at English. It was through the help of my teachers at secondary school and self-determination I was able to achieve a grade 9 / high A* in English language to match my maths and science grades. It was then on to sixth form where I chose to study chemistry, maths and physics as well as an extended essay. I have an enthusiasm for learning and being the best that I can be. I almost always had an idea of applying to Cambridge but did not realise how much effort was actually needed to be put in. However, through discipline and aspiration, I pushed myself an-

other step further to ensure that I was prepared for what was to come. I put myself up against the top students in the country from both private and state schools because I wanted the best education on offer. I am excited to say that I have been offered a place at St John’s College, Cambridge and that I am stunned that I received an offer, I know that it was down to my desire, discipline and determina-tion that got me there. If I were to advise children just going onto secondary school on how to be successful, the first thing that I would say is that it does not matter if you don’t know what you want to do and that you shouldn’t worry about your SATs results. As long as you have an eagerness to do better and take every opportunity you get given you will find what you love. The second thing is to read as much fiction and as much non-fiction, as it will help convey your ideas clearly and concisely and it will allow your imagination to run wild. The third is to have intelligent conversations with your friends, parents or teachers, tell them about something you enjoy or have learnt. In all, from Nursery to Pre-University, I have learnt that all you need is a positive attitude to learn and a desire to never stop working to be the best you can. It is all about the student themselves, it is their course of action that will paint their future.”

KS1/KS2 SATs Assessment Meetings Thank you to our KS1 and KS2 parents who attended the SATs Assessment Meetings on Tuesday 15th January 2019. It was a good turnout and we hope you have taken away some valuable information to aid your child through their assessments. Please continue to support the children at home. Remember you can speak to us if you have any concerns or need support with homework. If you were unable to attend, please see Mrs Naylor KS1 or Mrs Moses KS2.

Reuniones de evaluación de SAT KS1 / KS2 Gracias a nuestros padres KS1 y KS2 que asistieron a las reuniones de evaluación del SAT el martes 15 de enero de 2019. Fue una buena asistencia y esperamos que haya quitado alguna información valiosa para ayudar a su hijo a través de sus evaluaciones. Por favor continúe apoyando a los niños en casa. Recuerde que puede hablar con nosotros si tiene alguna inquietud o necesita ayuda con la tarea. Si no pudo asistir, consulte a la Sra. Naylor KS1 o a la Sra. Moses KS2.

Congratulations Jack! We are always proud to hear about the success of past pupils. Jack’s mum Kelley, who works at Oliver Goldsmith, also deserves recognition for the support she has given her son throughout! Past pupils, let us know what you are doing now.

Oliver Goldsmith Primary School Newsletter OGPS – A learning environment that is a climate of excellence; where ambition and challenge lead to outstanding achievement.

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Reception - Year 2 Classes Years 3—4 Classes Years 5– 6 Classes

Bar chart showing which class has the best attendance each week

Lunchtime Behaviour Awards

Star of the Week is for our younger children.

It is awarded for excellent behaviour at

Reception Aaron (R) Fadlullah (B)

Year 1 Pietro (R ) Amir (B)

Year 2 Benjamin (R) Tyrell (B)

Citizen of the Week is for Year 3, 4, 5 and 6

Children. It is awarded for co-operation, man-

ners, positive attitude, showing respect and fol-

lowing lunchtime rules. This week the awards go

to:

Year 3 Kevin (R) Keadon (B)

Year 4 Santiago (R) Jacqueline (B)

Year 5 Jubril (R) Fatima (B)

Year 6 Davina (R) David (B)

Spring-Term Topic: ‘Changes’ This term, the whole school will be following the topic theme, ‘Changes’. In Spring 1 we will be placing a huge emphasis on History, Science and Art, in order to develop the children’s observation and enquiry skills. To start the topic, all children will be able to take part in a historical enquiry and science investigations. To end the topic, children will use the skills and knowledge gathered over the term to create a short video about the history topic studied. They will use Movie Maker on ipads and comput-ers to complete the work. There will be homework set on the topic being studied. Please continue to support your child by completing the tasks set.

Homework Policy Update Most people should have received the homework policy. For further information on this please see the in-depth policy on our website.

Thank you for those parents/carers asking questions about the Homework. If you are at all unclear - please ask.

Diary Dates 29 January 2019 - B5 & R5 Trip to London Eye 15 February 2019 - B4 & R4 - Transport Museum Covent Garden 18 February 2019 - 22 February 2019 - Half-Term Holiday (School Closed) 25 February 2019 - Children return to school 5 April 2019 - School finishes @ 2:00pm 8 April 2019 - 22 April 2019 - Easter Holidays 23 April 2019 - Children return to school

Time Keeping Southampton Gate closes at 9:00am. If you are here after that time you are recorded as late (even if you arrive at the front gate). Thank you to parents/carers/children who are here on time every single day!