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June 2010
Sevington Open Day
On Sun 18th July 2pm -4.30pm, Sevington Victorian School will be having a Summer Fair and Open Day, with a guided tour of the school and garden, Victorian crafts and games, sale of Victorian style toys and of course, cream teas!! Share the experience of Owls and Otters by visiting Sevington on their open day.
May 2010
40th Anniversary Mural
As you know, we are all celebrating the 40th year of our school. One of the projects is the creation of a huge mural for the hall. The aim is to encompass all the features of the school remembered by pupils, staff and friends, past and present.
We would value any contributions from you. It is important to us that we visually represent the whole 40 years life of the school. You can get involved by :
<> Sending in any photos or drawings of your memories.
<> Sending in or e-mail any written highlights, memories, prayers, etc
<> Joining us at school for a practical afternoon workshop on Friday 14th May. 2pm - 4.30pm.
If you are able to contribute in any way, please can you do so as soon as possible. If you are able to come to the workshop, please e-mail Mrs Eatwell or notify the school. (Before 7th May please) Please note that the workshop is aimed at ADULTS.
April 10
St Catherine's Week
Next week (26th April) we are going to have some exciting visitors to help us celebrate our 40th Anniversary and St Catherine’s Feast day.
On Monday, the Juniors will be having a skateboarding session with Rubicon Skateboards
Check them out here
On Tuesday, the Infants will be having Ian to increase their Street Dancing skills.
On Wednesday, the Baby Top is coming to school. The whole school will be having Circus Skills' workshops and there will be a show from 2.00 which you are most welcome to join us for. There will also be an opportunity to buy some of the equipment that will have been used during the day.
Click here for the price list
On Thursday, St Catherine's Feast Day, Bishop Declan will be coming to celebrate mass and spend some time with the children. Join us to mark this special day.
On Friday, we might consider having a quiet day!
Jan 10
Les Slinn
to run the Marathon Des Sables
As you maybe be aware I am running in next April's Marathon Des Sables, please click on the link to see what I’m putting myself through! Click here
The race is over 7 days, 240km through the Sahara desert with temperatures of over 40 degrees. Blisters, dehydration and fatigue are all there to slow you down. You also have to carry all your own food, cooking utensils, sleeping bag, clothing and survival kit including a flare and anti venom pen. I’ve seen pictures of competitor’s feet during and after the race and some have trouble standing let alone run, so all in all it will be a massive test for me. Like a previous competitor stated, 'if the Sun don’t get you the snakes or scorpions might!!!!'
I decided that If I was going to do such a mad event I need to do it for charity. I have chosen two local ones, firstly the Swindon Therapy centre for MULTIPLE SCEROSIS centre who are about to move into new premises so they can help more people from Swindon and the surrounding area have a better quality of life. They rely on donations to keep them going, so please could you dig deep and help? As one day it may be you or a family member who may need their help. Please click on the link to help:
Just Giving: raising money for Swindon Therapy Centre For Multiple Sclerosis
The second charity is local Swindon Children’s Down Syndrome, Did you realise a £10 donation would pay for a weeks Speech and Language Therapy for 1 child with Down's Syndrome. One of the greatest barriers for children with Down Syndrome in assessing their local community is a difficulty in speech and language. If you could help please click on the link:
Just Giving: raising money for Swindon Down's Syndrome Group
I intend to raise as much money as I can to help both these charities and will keep you all informed of my training progress. I will also be organising other fundraising events such as Paintball, Raffles, Quiz nights, to help with funds so that both these charities can continue the good work that they do.
I would very much appreciate your support. Thank you. Les Slinn
Dec 09/ Jan 10
OFSTED
We are very pleased with the outcome of the OFSTED inspection.
Click here to read the report
Nov 09
Children In Need
Thank you - we raised £200.00. Thank you to everyone
  Christmas Shoeboxes
Thank you to all the families who made a great effort to put together the Christmas Shoeboxes.
I delivered 29 boxes to start on their way to Romania ready for Christmas.
You have made those families very happy.
Mrs Brock
Oct 09
Christmas Shoeboxes
We are collecting Christmas Shoeboxes for families in Romania. Deadline: Friday 6th November.
Please find out more by clicking here
Sept 09
Book Fair
Our Book Fair is between Tuesday 13th October, after school, to Monday 19th October, after school. We will be having a Dressing Up day on Tuesday 13th to welcome the Book Fair. The theme will be The Wizard of Oz. Books, posters and stationary will be available to buy 10minutes before school starts, 45 minutes after school and during Parents’ Evenings on the Tuesday and Thursday. An ideal time to pick up those early Christmas gifts, treat yourself with pocket money or find a favourite author. Follow the link here to find out more.
If you are able to help out with collecting the money, please contact Mrs Brock. Thank you.
 St Catherine’s Primary School 40th Anniversary Celebration Nov 09
Past Pupils, Staff and Governors of St Catherine’s between 1969-2009 are invited to a celebration evening on Wednesday 11th November 2009.
Mass will take place at St Mary’s Church at 7.00pm followed by a buffet at the school to reminisce, share memories and look around the School.
If you would like to attend, please contact: Email rosalind_brock@btinternet.com
Phone - 01793 822699
Post - St Catherine's Primary School, Davenwood, Upper Stratton, Swindon SN2 7LL
(Numbers are required for catering by 5th November 2009)
 In addition, if you have a lasting memory of your time at the school, please put it into a sketch or drawing and send it to the Headteacher at the school.
We're going to make a mural on the hall wall with pupils' and staff memories of their time at the school.
We welcome memories of pupils from 1969 -1979, 1979 - 1989, 1989 -1999,1999-2009
It doesn't matter how good or bad your drawing may be!
Have a look here at the photos of our past pupils
JUBILEE GARDEN
Dear Parents/Friends,
We have at last completed the new garden outside the school hall and are looking to add the finishing touches ie. the plants and shrubs.
If you would like to make a contribution towards the purchase of the plants, please send your donation in an envelope to me at the school.
I intend to print a list of the names of people who have donated towards the plants and helped to complete the garden.
The official opening of the garden will take place on
Wednesday 23rd September
after our school mass for the beginning of the new school year, which starts at 11am. You are all welcome to attend.
Cick here for a print version of this invite
July 09
Great news!!!
CATKINS PRE-SCHOOL will be opening on St Catherine's School premises on Sept 7th 2009. If you want to book a place for your child please contact Alex Martin on 01793 539737or e-mail catkins.preschool@googlemail.com
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