Christ Church Upper Armley CE Primary School

A full house for training with the fabulous Shonette Bason Wood, inspiring teachers from across the country 😁

We will be holding a coffee morning from 8.50am on Friday 27th September to raise money for Macmillan who support people with cancer. We would love to see you there!
If you would like to donate cakes, traybakes or biscuits then please drop them in the school office on Thursday 26th. Thank you!😁

Year 6 parents please ensure you apply for secondary before the end of October.

Secondary school applications are now open for entry in September 2025. If you have a child currently in Year 6, you must apply by Thursday 31 October 2024 🏫

Watch our video to find out more: https://orlo.uk/blede

Start your application: https://orlo.uk/EKvV6

Lots going on in Leeds this summer - take a look at this list of free or low cost activities happening across our city!

How it is August tomorrow? Make the most of the rest of the holidays, using our updated AUGUST CFL summer guide! 🤩

Our Summer Guide went down really well so, as we wave goodbye to July 👋, we wanted to give you an updated version just for August. There are some new events added in and they're all family-friendly, free or very low-cost!

You know the drill. Share it, screenshot it, send it to your friends and family! 🤳🏼

Don't forget to check out the blog for the extra details and links to book on to certain activities
➡️ https://bit.ly/cflsummerschedule

Our Platinum Award winners groomed goats (thank you Miss Smith), made bracelets and ate cake! A very well-deserved celebration! 😊

Breeze in the Park returns this Summer - there are events for children taking place in parks all over the city throughout July and August. Tickets are just 50p but must be booked in advance! Our local event is Armley Park on 29th July - you can see the full list online at https://www.breezeleeds.org/breeze-in-the-park/

We are looking for two Teaching Assistants to work with some of our amazing children. Please share this advert! If you would like to visit or need any extra information please contact the school office :-)
https://www.abbeymat.co.uk/vacancies/listing?Category=Teaching%2520Assistant&Advert=TuBnmGY7ieEL_jeVASgbNA%3D%3D&Region=ChristChurchUpperArmleyCEPrimary

Our local MP Rachel Reeves visited school a few weeks ago to meet our wonderful children and staff and to discuss the ongoing challenges that schools are facing at the moment. She was very impressed with the warm welcome that she received from all our pupils. They were really keen to show her their fabulous learning!

On national , we want to say a huge thank you to all our staff.

We are grateful for their commitment to providing our children and young people with enriching academic opportunities, a nurturing environment and equipping them with the skills to succeed.

We appreciate the dedication, hard work and passion they all bring and the world of difference they make to pupils at all academies across our Trust.

Why not share your thanks with teachers and those working in education settings in the comments below, or at www.thankateacher.co.uk

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💯ABBEY 100 WORDS 💯
This weeks words are 'Summary', 'Support' and 'Technique'. Our students, along with the students at the other primary schools across our Trust will be learning these words this week and looking at how they can use them in both their written work and conversation. Take a look at their meanings below and share in the comments how your children have used them this week!

A huge thank you to Rebecca's Farm for visiting our children today. The animals were so well behaved and we all loved them!! 🥰

💯ABBEY 100 WORDS 💯
This weeks words are 'Structure', 'Substitution' and 'Sufficient'. Our students, along with the students at the other primary schools across our Trust will be learning these words this week and looking at how they can use them in both their written work and conversation. Take a look at their meanings below and share in the comments how your children have used them this week!

We're Hiring! As Senior Site Superintendent, this role will be based at Christ Church Upper Armley. You'll be responsible for the site management of the school, whilst also acting as the Senior Site Superintendent across our other primary academies. Time will be allocated for each role and the successful candidate will be required to travel across our primary academies.
Full details and apply online at: www.abbeymat.co.uk/vacancies

We're recruiting for an Office Administrator to join our vibrant and diverse school. You'll play an integral role in our busy school office, liaising with our teachers and colleagues, pupils and parents, governors and visitors. Previous administration experience within a school is preferred, but if you can demonstrate transferable skills from other sectors we'd love to hear from you.

Full details and apply online at www.abbeymat.co.uk/vacancies

🗣Calling all parents and Carers! We want to know what you think about our communication from school to you at home. Have your say in our short survey, it only takes a few minutes to complete and your input will help shape how we communicate with you in future.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HK8HTJW

Congratulations to Mrs Buckler who completed the Rob Burrows Leeds Marathon in style!!! We are very proud of her amazing show of resilience 🤩

Eid Mubarak to all in our school community who are celebrating. 🤍🕋🕌🌙

📅Term Dates 2024-25 📅
We've added the Term Dates for next academic year to our website: https://www.ccuaprimary.co.uk/our-church-school/school-day-and-term-dates

Due to one of our staff changing roles within school we now have a vacancy for a Level 1 TA. Please ring school and ask to speak to Mrs Wainwright or Mrs Green for more information.

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Our catering provider are recruiting for a Catering Manager at our school. This is a term time position paying £12-£14ph dependant on experience.

Find full details and how to apply online at: https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/WSHGroup/743999973186059-term-time-primary-catering-manager

Looking for things to do over the Easter Holidays? Check out this post from Child Friendly Leeds - lots of free and low cost things to do!

“Wishing you a very Happy Easter from all at Christ Church Upper Armley CE Primary School. We hope you are enjoying the Easter break and we look forward to seeing you next term!

This Sat, March 23, 8:30 PM, Abbey Multi Academy Trust stands united with the world for . Just 60 mins of action can spark a lifetime of change. Let’s switch off and stand up for our planet together. Across 190+ countries, every hour counts.

Due to the retirement of our very much loved Learning Mentor we have a vacancy to start after Easter. Please take a look at the advert and phone Mrs Wainwright for more information.

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Don't forget that it's World Book Day next week on Thursday 7th March!

We're having lots of fun book and reading related activities throughout the week including:
📕Dress up day on Thursday!
📗Guest readers throughout the week for all year groups
📚A special World Book Day themed lunch menu on Thursday

We can't wait to hear all about your children's favourite books and characters!

Here's a handy list of restaurants and cafes that are offering Kids Eat Free (or for £1) this half term
https://moneysavingcentral.co.uk/kids-eat-free

We are closing from 1pm today as the roads around school are becoming difficult to walk and drive on. Please pick up children as soon as possible - if they walk alone you must either pick up or ring to give permission today.

It is really important to keep your children safe when using Smartphones. Read below for tips.

There's a special menu running on Thursday - Pizza! If your child doesn't normally have school dinners but would like to try the delicious and balanced meals we offer, speak to the school office or book on parentpay. School dinners are £2.55 per day - free for all children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2, and those children eligible for free school meals in Years 3-6.
https://www.ccuaprimary.co.uk/parents/catering