Collingwood Primary School (South Woodham Ferrers)

Happy World Book Day everyone. We are looking forward to more "bedtime stories" tomorrow!

Happy World Book Day, everyone! Today is all about inspiring children to see reading differently, because reading for fun seriously improves lives. Thanks for joining the fun! #WorldBookDay

Collingwood children raising awareness for Children In Need through wearing spots and Pudsey Bear ears. #childreninneed

Collingwood raising awareness and money for Children In Need with spots and ears.

This is just a small selection of our potato book characters - can you guess who they are?

Happy World Book Day! 📚 Did a teacher inspire your love for reading? Say "thank you" by sending them a free, personalised Thank a Teacher card. It’s quick, simple, and completely free! Send your card today: bit.ly/4aBHdT2

Half of mental health conditions begin before the age of 14 and many of these develop in the early years, from 0-5. This week is @place2be #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek! Read more on how to help young children know and feel their emotions: orlo.uk/ihs3C

You can be struggling and still be strong. You can be healing and still have hard days. Two things can be true at once. #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek

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Our first Taco Thursday was a great success. At Collingwood we like to carry out pupils ideas whenever we can. Thank you to our Year 6 boys who suggested this.

Our older Learning Ambassadors thoroughly enjoyed the Eco Conference today. You can look forward to seeing our posters in the library soon.

Considering a new career this January? Join @nestt_ITT at Thurston Community College on 16th Jan from 17:30 - 19:30 for an ITT Recruitment Event! ✔️Meet the team & current trainees ✔️ Get expert application tips. Book here: nestt.org.uk/events-2

With approximately 220 million users under 18, TikTok is a social media titan among children and young people 📱🗿 But just because it's popular, doesn't mean it's free from risks. Download & Listen here >> ow.ly/n3es50UFUee

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This afternoon, the choir had their second carol singing trip to Hamilton residential home! We had lots of fun and we even had a surprise visit from Father Christmas!

This morning, the school choir went and sang Christmas carols to Tyler’s Ride residential care home. We had lots of fun and everyone was singing and dancing!

Please be aware that we have updated our menus today to increase options for pupils with allergies and intolerances.

Our pupils really enjoyed their Christmas lunch this week. Thankyou to our amazing kitchen and lunchtime staff.

Sometimes, the smallest gesture can really mean so much, like it has to Mr Parkes. Is there a special teacher, support staff member or colleague at your school? Send them a FREE, personalised e-card via our website and spread the Christmas cheer 👉 bit.ly/4aBHdT2