Dear Families,
In assembly this week, we considered the purpose of prayer. We learnt that people of different religions and faiths pray in similar and different ways: sometimes kneeling on a cushion or mat, with hands together or up high, maybe in a special place or building. Some people pray by singing, chanting or talking aloud, some people pray silently in their heads. Sometimes people pray alone and sometimes in a group. Some prayers are said to give thanks and some to seek advice or wisdom. Some people pray to rejoice and some to ask forgiveness.  Not everyone prays, some people pray daily or weekly and some people only pray occasionally. In assembly, I ask that all children respect those of us who want to pray, and if they want to, they can join in and say ‘Amen.’

Dear Families,
A soggy week with too many indoor plays. If only we could have some dry weather for break and lunchtimes, we would be much happier!

Dear Families,
Wishing every family a very Happy New Year! May 2020 be a year of peace, prosperity and happiness for us all.

I look forward to seeing you all on Tuesday 7th January at 9am for the start of a new term, new year and indeed new decade!
All the very best for 2020!
Miss Tara Penny