Times Table Rock Stars and Additional Support At Home

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Dear WR family, 

We feel it is important that children are still able to access learning from home. Here are some more: 

TTRockstars, go to https://play.ttrockstars.com/auth/school/student. The school post code is DA110QF

Sumdog: follow this link https://www.sumdog.com/user/sign_in. You will be able to sign in as a parent and access a variety of free games – or upgrade to a subscription should you wish to do so.

http://www.pobble365.com/ Here you will find a selection of images, each with suggested ideas for vocabulary and discussion work, along with possible story starters.

https://www.twinkl.co.uk/resources/parents Twinkl are offering a variety of free resources for parents, covering a wide range of subjects.

https://whiterosemaths.com/resources/primary-resources/ This website allows access to some free resources such as ‘Problems of the Day’ and ‘Barvember’.

https://myminimaths.co.uk/ Here you can find Maths activities tailored to each Year group.

https://www.nessy.com/free-trial/signup - phonics 

https://www.literacyshed.com/home.html Here you will find a wide variety of visual stimuli from animated shorts to interesting images, along with suggested ideas to extend learning.

https://www.mangahigh.com/en/ Access to these maths resources is currently free of charge. 

https://thereadingrealm.co.uk/ This website uses short stories as a stimulus for learning.

https://www.mathshed.com/ Here you can sign up to access free resources to support Maths learning.

Other websites that offer games and timed quizzes, based on times tables, but that do not require any login details include:

https://www.timestables.co.uk/multiplication-tables-check/

https://mathsframe.co.uk/…/…/477/Multiplication-Tables-Check

The following websites provide some simple opportunities for children to stay active:

https://www.youtube.com/watch…

https://www.youtube.com/watch…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X655B4ISakg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhYtcadR9nw

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iHoErQuFw_4

Of course, one of the best ways for children to learn is through continuing to read as widely and as often as they can. Any activities you can work on with your child that help to build vocabulary – be it discussions, word games such as Scrabble, general knowledge games such as Trivial Pursuits, or watching documentaries would be invaluable. Newsround is excellent for this. 

I hope that helps!

Sarah Jack

Storyline Resources

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Maths resources for every year group!

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Morning Assembly

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"How we can make our own fun!"

Assembly to go with the poster

Easter Holiday

Unfortunately we will be closed over the Easter Holiday but will re-open to Key Workers on Thursday 16th April.

School Office

Please only ring the school office if you have an urgent enquiry.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Dear Parents,

We have been made aware that some parents in the County have been approached via text and/or e-mail in relation to Free School Meal arrangements in light of Covid-19 (Coronavirus).    

We understand parents have been asked to provide their bank details and personal information about children who are eligible, including names and dates of birth, with a promise that money will be sent to them directly.  

This information is not accurate.   

Further information will be available from government later in the week which will confirm it is the school who will be managing the voucher system in consultation with a government’s identified provider. Therefore, please do not respond to any messages you receive unless they come directly from the school.

 Can we also take this time to remind you to be aware of anyone who contacts you either directly or via social media offering services for your family in these difficult times.   Unless you can trust them, you should not be sharing personal information related to you or your family as it may not be used in the manner you would have hoped.  

Sarah Jack

Joe Wicks- Every Morning!

Joe Wicks is holding live free PE classes every weekday morning to keep kids fit during school closures.

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You Tube Channels for Learning

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Key Stage 1 and 2- Discussion Poster

Many countries across the world have been asked or have chosen to remain at home during the

COVID-19 outbreak. Thousands of Italians, in several cities, clapped from their windows and

balconies as healthcare workers went to work, raising spirits with a flashmob, during the lockdown

period (where most people remain at home). Families and neighbours also sang and crashed pots

and pans together for the performers in cities across the country.

Things to talk about at home…

Think about the things that make you happy. Can you make a list?

Can you think of a time you’ve cheered someone else up, or a time someone cheered you up

when you needed it, how did they do it?

Why do you think people chose to take part in the celebration from their apartments? How do

you think it made the healthcare workers on their way to work feel?

Please note any interesting thoughts or comments here…

Picture News- Discussion Poster

EYFS Tasks and Discussion Points

Provision Area challenge:	Can you have fun working together to build your own den?
Provision Area:	Indoor/ Outdoor space
EYFS Framework:	Constructs with a purpose in mind, using a variety of resources. Children select appropriate resources and adapts work where necessary.
Key Questions (for adults supporting play):	Where do we want to build the den? How big do we want it to be? What shall we use? How can we attach the roof? Is it strong enough or do you think it could fall down? How can we make it stronger?
Key Vocabulary:	Den, build, attach, fold, front, back, roof, side, door, window, strong, weak, blankets, sheets, pegs

Provision Area challenge:	Can you write a list of all the fun things you would like to do whilst you are off school?
Provision Area:	Writing Area
EYFS Framework:	Gives meaning to marks as they draw, write and paint. Uses some clearly identifiable letters to communicate meaning, representing some sounds correctly and in sequence.
Key Questions (for adults supporting play):	What do you think you should put on the list first? What games do you think we should play? What exercise should we do? What could we bake? What exciting thing could we do that we’ve never done before? Can you read back the things on your list?
Key Vocabulary:	Write, letters, sounds, list, first, next, last, games, exercise, bake, build, cut out, make

Provision Area challenge:	Can you go on a shape hunt around your home?
Provision Area:	Indoors
EYFS Framework:	Children are beginning to use mathematical names for ‘solid’ 3D shapes and ‘flat’ 2D shapes, and mathematical terms to describe shapes.
Key Questions (for adults supporting play):	What objects can you find? What shape do you think it is? Can you draw around a part of it? What shape can you see now? Can we find something else that makes a circle when we draw around it? What shape have we not found yet? I wonder what we might have in our home that is that shape?
Key Vocabulary:	Shapes, triangle, circle, square, rectangle, oblong, semicircle, cone, pyramid, cuboid, cube, cylinder, corners, sides, faces

Provision Area challenge:	Can you make your own music?
Provision Area:	Outdoor Area
EYFS Framework:	Explore the different sounds of instruments.
Key Questions (for adults supporting play):	What could we use to make music? Can you explore the sounds you can make? What happens if you hit your instrument harder/softer? Can you make fast/slow music? Can you play your music using the music notation prompts? Can you continue the pattern of the music? Can you make your own prompts?
Key Vocabulary:	Music, instruments, drum, shaker, beater, hard, soft, fast, slow, loud, quiet, play

SEND Pupils

We have now added some support for you at home on the school website.

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David Walliams is releasing a free children's audio story every day for the next month.

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Museums From Around the World That You Can Visit Virtually

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Joe Wicks This AM!

Mrs Jack also took part!

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Brainsqueezers - The Philosophy Man

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MathsZone

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Free Mindfulness Classes for Kids

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E- Safety At Home!

BREAKFAST CLUB

We will no longer be able to provide Breakfast Club from today.

Apologies.

The Great Indoors

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Home Learning Support

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TTS Resources - Home Learning Click here

Home Challenges

 

RWI Support

Ruth Miskin is offering free phonic sound lessons  at certain times on their YouTube channel, and Facebook page.

https://twitter.com/RuthMiskinEdu/status/1241995481955393536

Each film will be available for 24 hours. 

Speed Sounds Set 1 – 9.30 am (GMT) 

Speed Sounds Set 2 – 10.00 am 

Speed Sounds Set 3 – 10.30 am 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCo7fbLgY2oA_cFCIg9GdxtQ

Dear WR family, 

 
There are some links below to support your mental health courtesy of the MAC team at Wrotham Secondary School.

For Students

https://youngminds.org.uk/blog/what-to-do-if-you-re-anxious-about-coronavirus/

Free, safe and anonymous online support for young people   -     https://www.kooth.com/

https://youngminds.org.uk/blog/looking-after-your-mental-health-while-self-isolating/

Joe Wicks Daily PE workouts at 9am from Monday March 23rd     -       https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAxW1XT0iEJo0TYlRfn6rYQ


For Parents

https://youngminds.org.uk/blog/talking-to-your-child-about-coronavirus/

https://www.bacp.co.uk/news/news-from-bacp/2020/13-march-coronavirus-self-isolation-how-to-look-after-your-mental-health-and-wellbeing-if-you-re-self-isolating/

https://www.bacp.co.uk/news/news-from-bacp/2020/28-february-coronavirus-anxiety-how-to-cope-if-you-re-feeling-anxious-about-the-outbreak/

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/online-mental-health/online-mental-health-tools/

Kind regards,

Sarah Jack 

Live Tiger Cam

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Robin Hood Learning

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Learning Projects for Parents 

Structures Timetable

Joe Wicks is holding live free PE classes every weekday morning to keep kids fit during school closures.

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Komodo Maths

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Rainbow Pictures

BBC News Click Here

Happy Mother's Day

Mother's Day Activities to do at home:-

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Updated Link

Friday

What a week with unprecedented measures placed upon us. We don’t know when we will be able to welcome pupils back through the gates at Wrotham Road  but we will continue to support you from a distance. 

Year 6 pupils will have an opportunity to say goodbye properly whenever we are able to put this in the diary. 

For now, take care and we will post the home learning opportunities here. We will also update the website next week with lots of links and information. 

It won’t be the same without all of you. 

Thank you for your support and kind words.

Sarah Jack

Free School Meal Parents Only

Dear Parent/ Carer,

We are writing to you as your child is, registered with us for Free School Meals, and you are therefore entitled to order a lunch from our kitchen for your child registered with us.

The lunch will need to be pre-ordered.

Unless your child falls into one of the categories stated by the Government, your child will not be able to attend school, as the intention is that the vast majority of children will remain at home.

Therefore, should you wish to order and collect a lunch, they will be available for collection by yourself or a representative if you are self-isolating, from, the school office between 12-12.30PM daily.

If you wish to pre-order a lunch then please telephone the school on 01474 534540 to let us know, so that the kitchen can organise their supplies.

Thank you for your co-operation.

With Regards,

Sarah Jack

Headteacher

Update 20th March AM

Dear WR families,

Further to my letter yesterday, at 11.55pm last night the government released the following information with regards school closures and the list of who is classified as a key-workers. 

The full guidance for parents about school closures can be read here:

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/closure-of-educational-settings-information-for-parents-and-carers/closure-of-educational-settings-information-for-parents-and-carers

The advice makes clear that, wherever possible, parents who are key workers will wish to keep their children at home in order to reduce the spread of the virus. This was the reason the decision to close schools was taken and will undoubtedly be the course of action you will wish to take, “Many parents working in these critical sectors may be able to ensure their child is kept at home. Every child who can be safely cared for at home should be.”

Please, therefore, follow these key principles:

·       If it is at all possible for children to be at home, then they should be.

·       If a child needs specialist support, is vulnerable or has parents who are critical workers, then educational provision will be available for them.

·       Parents should not rely for childcare upon those who are advised to be in the stringent social distancing category such as grandparents, friends, or family members with underlying conditions.

·       Parents should also do everything they can to ensure children are not mixing socially in a way which can continue to spread the virus. They should observe the same social distancing principles as adults.

If your work is critical to the COVID-19 response, or you work in one of the critical sectors listed, and you cannot keep your child safe at home, then your children will be prioritised for education provision.

If workers think they fall within the critical categories they should confirm with their employer that, based on their business continuity arrangements, their specific role is necessary for the continuation of this essential public service.

We are asking parents/carers in the critical categories to contact the school office on 01474534540 by 2pm today.  

Parents who do not fall into these categories should not send their child to school under any circumstances as we will not have sufficient staffing levels in school.

The clear message from the government is that, wherever possible, social distancing or isolation is the best possible way of tackling Covid19, without interrupting the work of those in key roles or putting vulnerable children at risk.

Thank you for your continued support in these challenging times. 

Sarah Jack 

X Table Rock Stars

TT Rockstars have offered free online access to NUMBOTS to schools from now until May 22nd 2020. 

NUMBOTS supports children in addition, subtraction and number bonds. 

Children have online access to both TT Rockstars and NUMBOTS which they will be able to use the same login for. TT Rockstars will continue to support the development of your child’s knowledge of times tables and NUMBOTS is an excellent resource in deepening children’s understanding of addition, subtraction and number bonds. 

Both platforms have their own website. NUMBOTS can also be accessed from the TT Rockstar website on the left hand side panel.

TT ROCKSTARS - https://ttrockstars.com/