Google Classroom

3rd October 2020Natalie Jewitt

As a school we use the Google Suite for Education to help us in school and out of school.  After experiencing remote learning before the summer holidays we have all worked hard to embrace new technologies.

We would like to remind children (and parents) that when you are logged onto our school website and using the tools which are available to you that it is solely for school work.

Conversations should be related to school and work which you have been asked to do by your teachers.

It is an amazing tool and should be used with respect.

Here is a link to some You Tube videos which may help when using Google.

Tech Toolkit for Families and Guardians 

As always our school website has advice and links for all technology related issues in the e-safety tab.

Responsible Computer and Internet Use

At Ashley Primary School we use school computers and internet access for learning. The following rules will help us to keep everyone safe when using this technology.

* On the school network, I will only use my own login and password which I will keep a secret at all times.

* I will not look at, or delete other people’s files.

* I will not bring external memory drives or USB Memory Sticks into school without permission and will not use these on school machines.

* I will ask permission before entering any website, unless my teacher has already approved the site.

* When using the school website I will only use my own login and password which I will keep a secret at all times.

* I will only email people I know, or who my teacher has approved sending them appropriate and polite messages.

* I will ask permission before opening an email or an email attachment sent by a person I do not know.

* I will not use internet chat.

* If I see anything I am unhappy with or receive messages I do not like, I will tell a teacher immediately.

* I understand the school may check my computer and email files and may monitor the internet sites I visit.

* I understand that if I deliberately break these rules, I could be stopped from using the internet and computers.

 

 

 

Massive Thanks

19th September 2020Natalie Jewitt

A massive Ashley thank you goes out to Yvonne and Linda who have made some absolutely gorgeous ‘Worry Monster’ for the children in EYFS and KS1 (I think KS2 will want some when they see them!)  I think you’ll agree that they are beautiful and we are all looking forward to using them to help our young people with some of their worries.  I imagine a few of us grown-ups could do with a Worry Monster right now!  Quite a few teachers are using a wonderful book called ‘The Colour Monster’ by Anna Llenas and our new Worry Monsters will work perfectly with it.

Thanks again ladies, we really do appreciate it.

 

 

School Uniform

29th June 2020Natalie Jewitt

As this academic year is drawing to a close, some of you may be considering buying uniform for the new academic year 2020-2021.  We do have a limited stock of uniform in school, such as navy sweatshirts and cardigans and white polo shirts all with the school badge on.  If you would like to buy these please speak to the staff in the school office.

However, Initial Images are now stocking Ashley Primary School uniform where you will find a range of sizes and garments.  It can be ordered and paid for by phone on 0191 4558128 or you can visit the website where online orders will be available soon. 

 

Happy Birthday Hope!

21st April 2020Miss Stratford

It was Hope’s birthday on Saturday (18th) and sadly her parents had to cancel her party. She couldn’t see her friends so her mam and dad asked the police to come and sing ’Happy Birthday’ to her. The police were more than happy to do it and even posted a note through all of the neighbour’s doors asking them to come outside and join in singing to Hope…whilst social distancing of course! They put a birthday banner on the police car and came round with their flashing lights on. Hope’s special occasion appeared in The Gazette and on the Northumbria Police Twitter page.

A birthday to remember! Happy 7th Birthday Hope, from everyone at Ashley ❤️

Week Beginning 20th April 2020

20th April 2020Miss Stratford

Dear Parents and Carers,

Please keep in touch on Seesaw (Mrs Jewitt) and Class Dojo (Miss Stratford). If you have not yet connected with us on these platforms, do not hesitate to contact us and we will do this for you. It would be great to hear from you.

lstratford@ashley.s-tyneside.sch.uk

njewitt@ashley.s-tyneside.sch.uk

We recommend the following:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/dailylessons

https://whiterosemaths.com/homelearning/year-2/

The National Academy

We would like the children to use Education City, Purple Mash and Times Table Rock Stars to support their learning but mainly for fun!

If you feel you need more ideas for activities you can do with your child that doesn’t involve technology then here are some suggestions:

* Write a daily diary
* Attempt some cookery (then perhaps write the instructions)
* Play a board game (then maybe invent your own)
* https://www.scouts.org.uk/the-great-indoors/
* Read a book and write a review
* Make your own non-fiction book about something you are interested in
* Write a story for other children to read
* Collect some junk and make a model
* Build an indoor or outdoor den
* Exercise
* Be a reporter – write down questions and interview a friend or a member of your family
* Make the most of this time together 🙂
Please remember to share what you do with your teacher.

We hope you’re all safe and well. We really do miss you and would love you to keep in touch.

Mrs Jewitt and Miss Stratford

Emily’s Day

31st March 2020Miss Stratford

The lovely Emily took ownership of her learning today. She had no problem keeping up with the Joe Wicks workout and I’m sure she didn’t even break out into a sweat! Emily also proved to be quite flexible on the KS2 Trim Trail. If that wasn’t enough, she also completed a few rounds of the junior playground on her bike. Emily also achieved Level 3 on Lexia, transformed a pebble into a spider, created a ‘Staying Healthy’ poster, mingled with sister Gabrielle and her friends and last of all she managed to fit in some colouring in. Phew! Well done Emily 😁

The Burrow

31st March 2020Natalie Jewitt

Well – Gabriella and her dad have been extremely busy over the last couple of weeks building ‘The Burrow’.  They found 2 photos on the internet, drew up some plans, bought some extra craft materials and got building.  Gabriella helped with all the measurements and even helped work out the scale they were working to.  They are planning to add a little bit of grass to the base so watch this space.  Thank you for sharing this with us. 🙂

 

Here its is…

Scooter Fun!

30th March 2020Miss Stratford

Happy Monday evening everyone!
To add a bit of extra fun to his exercise regime, Jase brought in his scooter. He completed several lengths of the playground as well as an obstacle course. I even got to have a shot too!
Well done Jase!

Our own little TV stars!

25th March 2020Natalie Jewitt

What a lovely surprise I had yesterday when I received an email from Jacob telling me that he was on TV! (His mam and two sisters too).  If you’d like to see him please follow the link!  I’m hoping when we return to school that I can get his autograph!

My Very First – Solid Food