Good afternoon everyone,

Year Five attended the Good Shepherd Mass for Father Hudson's Society at St George's Catholic Church in Worcester on Tuesday. It was a wonderful Mass, led by Bishop Robert Byrne, which provided us with the opportunity to present a cheque to Father Hudson's Society from the money we collected as a school during Lent.

Yesterday the Key Stage 2 children had a great time visiting Saint Ambrose Church. Joseph spoke to everyone about the history of the Church and the children went on a hunt for different features of the Catholic faith.

On Monday, a representative from the Kemp Hospice attended the Congratulations Assembly to receive a cheque from school. Liz was so impressed by our compassion and generosity towards charitable causes. Well Done Everyone!

Well Done Year 2.

Thank you to everyone who parks on the road when they drop off their children at school. If you need assistance and require a space in the school car park, please speak to Mrs Brocklesby

I am so pleased that a group of parents have spoken to me about forming an active and supportive group, who will organise a wide variety of events raising invaluable funds for our school and its pupils.

The objectives of the Association will be:

To develop more extended relationships between the staff, parents and others associated with the school;

To engage in activities which support the school and the education of the pupils attending it;

To provide and assist in the provision of facilities for the school; and

To encourage parents and friends to support the school and school activities.

We will be holding a meeting on Friday 18th May to establish a committee, which will administer the affairs of the Parents and Friends Association. Please come along to the meeting, to let us know how you can help,

The aim of our fundraising will be to establish a new library in school.

Today Miss Brewer was joined by seven children for afternoon tea and I was so pleased that they were chosen for demonstrating the virtues 'Grateful and Generous'.

Well Done to everyone who received a certificate this week.

Year 4 have been studying play scripts, they have been writing play scripts to perform. I was very impressed that the children understand why play scripts are set out in a particular way.

Here is a an extract from a play written by: Archie B.

Thank you to everyone who has already contributed to the building fund, these contributions are vital to help the Academy Committee of the school raise the funds they need to maintain and develop the school building so that our young people - your children - can continue to be educated in good and improving surroundings.

If you have received an invite to the Dads and Lads sessions taking place in May and June, please return your slip so we can allocate all the places to interested Dads and Lads.

We were delighted that some parents were able to join us for our end of the school day collective worship in Reception yesterday and in Year 3 today at 2.50pm. Next week collective worship will be in Reception on Thursday at 2.50 pm and in Year 3 on Friday at 2.50pm

Enjoy your weekend!

Mrs Brocklesby

We have places available in Reception for 2018, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4 & Year 6. If you know of anyone who would be interested please refer them to the school office in the first instance. Many thanks.

Please can we remind you that Birmingham Dogs Home will be presenting an assembly for the whole school on Wednesday 9th May. They will be bringing dogs in with them so if your child has any allergies please advise the school.

Year 2 will then be having a workshop in class after the assembly. Please see the consent forms that have gone out with your child today. These need to be returned to school by Tuesday 8th May.

Can we kindly ask that you bring in any donations of dog food, treats, old blankets and/or towels, toys etc. These will then be distributed to the dogs at the home.

Lucy Plowright will be in school for a drop in session from 2.30pm on Tuesday May 15th. If you have any concerns or need support for yourself and your family please come along to see her.

The Parish baby and toddler group is under new management. If you or anyone you know would be interested in going along the sessions are held on a Wednesday from 9-11am. We welcome newborn up to pre-school children and their parents.

Your first session will be free of charge and thereafter will be 80p. This cost includes refreshments for you and your child.

They have an array of toys and activities for you and your child to enjoy and this is also a great opportunity to meet and socilaise with other families.

If you have any enquiries please see the Facebook page 'St Ambrose Toddlers Kidderminster'.

The Simply Limitless Wellbeing Centre positioned in a quiet location in Puxton Lane by the River Stour in Kidderminster invites you to join in a whole host of activities that are targeted for your optimum health and wellbeing. A warm welcome is given to all!

During the Easter break Simply Limitless will be holding and hosting a number of activities. Please click on the link below and see the attached flyers for further information.

If you do not have your child's login details for 'Times Tables Rockstars' 'Education City' and/or 'Oxford Owl' please speak to the school office where they will be able to assist you.

Mrs Holder is also running a 'Homework Club' during school hours for anyone having difficulties logging on or completing the homework tasks set online by the teachers.

Please remember to use the following homework resources with your children. They are fun and exciting ways to encourage learning and understanding.

Sunday 11am & 6pm

St Ambrose

Saturday 11:45am - 12:45pm, and by request.