Dear Parents and Carers, As the year draws to a close, 2023 has been another busy session for all in the St Anthony’s School community. The month of December has brought many fun and seasonal opportunities to our school: our Christmas Fayre, parties, P1-3 Nativity and M&M Productions presenting their pantomime to us this coming Friday. The festive spirit is definitely alive and well here! As we prepare to enter 2024, I wish everyone a safe, happy and holy Christmas. We very much look forward to everyone returning in January 2024. As ever, let us all keep Working Together for Excellence. Kind regards, Shirley May Carr St Anthony's December 2023 Newsletter Advent Mass On Friday 1st December, the whole school visited St Mary’s Parish Church for Mass at the beginning of Advent. This was led by Canon Martin and our P5 pupils helped out with Readings, the Responsorial Psalm and Prayers of the Faithful. All children were a credit to our school; their behaviour and show of respect was positively commented on by members of the parish community. Article 14 I have the right to have my own thoughts and beliefs and to choose my religion with my parents’ guidance
Mrs Orderley This week we say a fond farewell to Mrs Elizabeth Orderley. Mrs Orderley has secured another position within North Ayrshire Council. We would like to thank her for all her hard work, commitment and dedication to her role as Education Business Assistant here at St Anthony’s. She will be missed by all in our school community. Mrs Church Mrs Church is currently off. We have appointed Miss Niamh Torrens to teach P3/4 in her absence. We look forward to welcoming back Mrs Church in due course. Article 29 I have the right to an education which develops my personality, respect for others’ rights and the environment Article 6 I should be supported to live and grow
Daily Advent Assemblies As is our tradition, we have begun all days in December with services in both the upper and infant ends. These are led by staff who light the Advent candles and then read an extract from the Bible. This is followed by a prayer. These are times to reflect on the season of Advent and is a wonderful way to start each day. Christmas Fayre On Friday 1st December, our Parent Council held their annual Christmas Fayre. This was a huge success with many families and friends joining us. We were fortunate to be joined by a certain Mr Claus. The grand total of £2022.26 was raised on the day.This will help support all in the school. Article 14 I have the right to have my own thoughts and beliefs and to choose my religion with my parents’ guidance Article 15 I have the right to meet with friends and to join groups
P1-3 Nativity Our P1-3 pupils performed A Big Little Nativity last week. On Wednesday 13th December, they performed to classes in the school. This was followed on Thursday by another performance for some of our partner agencies including Busy Bees Nursery, Caledonia Nursery and Arran View Care Home. The week culminated in another amazing performance in front of parents, carers and friends on Friday 15th December. The children acted and sang their hearts out. All who were lucky enough to watch it were blown away by all of our shining stars. Christmas Lunch On Wednesday 6th December, we held our Christmas Lunch. As always, our amazing catering team pulled out all the stops to serve up a great meal for all in our school community. We had lots of happy faces and full tummies! Article 14 I have the right to have my own thoughts and beliefs and to choose my religion with my parents’ guidance Article 27 I have the right to have a proper house, food and clothing
Sharing Outside Achievements Every week at our whole school assembly pupils share outside achievements. To further celebrate these successes we are asking all parents to upload pictures, certificates etc. onto their Seesaw journal. This will allow us to share these at our weekly assemblies. Young Carers A young carer is a person under 18 years of age who regularly provides emotional and/or practical support and assistance to a family member. This week, Miss Cruickshank has visited all classes to give children more information about the roles and responsibilities of young carers. If you would like more information on young carers please feel free to contact the school and arrange an appointment with Miss Cruickshank or visit the link below: https://carers.org/resources/all-resources/42-north-ayrshire-young-carers Article 29 I have the right to an education which develops my personality, respect for others’ rights and the environment Article 6 I should be supported to live and grow
Christmas Parties As Christmas Day approaches, we have now hosted all our annual Christmas parties. There was lots of dancing, singing and games. As can be seen below, a great time was had by all. Article 15 I have the right to meet with friends and to join groups