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We are starting the second half of the Autumn Term by learning about the Christian Value of Friendship.
Over the next half term we will be taking part in a number of ‘Friendship’ activities during Collective Worship and across the school. The aforementioned will be linked to Remembrance and its power to unite people of all faiths, cultures, and backgrounds, while also remaining deeply personal.
Jesus tells stories of the heavenly banquet to which all are invited. The barriers between people are broken down in a loving community around God and Jesus had stern words to say to those who refused to recognise that all are included in this community of friendship.
The writer of Ecclesiastes puts it very simply:
‘If one falls down, a friend can lift him up’.
Ecclesiastes 4:10
It would be wonderful to see a large proportion of the children taking part in the home-school challenge. You can explore this value at home using the resource on the right.


Welcome to this week’s edition of our newsletter. We are, as always, delighted to share the latest updates, celebrations and key information from across our school community. Our newsletter provides an important opportunity to stay connected, highlight the achievements of our children and share details about forthcoming events and activities.
Please note that, to help raise awareness of Anti-Bullying Week, we will be holding an Odd Sock Day on Thursday 13th November. This will be combined with our non-uniform day in support of Children in Need, to avoid a clash with the Tempest school photographs taking place on Friday 14th November.
Although we are only just into November, please take a moment to read the Christmas Arrangements on our website or in the newsletter. As you will see, most events will have additional details shared over the coming weeks. Please note that these dates may be subject to change; any amendments will be communicated as soon as possible.
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I am pleased to be able to pass on the following details regarding our eagerly awaited approach to Christmas. As you will see, the majority of events will have additional details made available over the coming weeks. Please note that…
Welcome to this week’s edition of our newsletter. We are, as always, delighted to share the latest updates, celebrations and key information from across our school community. Our newsletter provides an important opportunity to stay connected, highlight the achievements of our children and share details about forthcoming events and activities.
If children would like to wear something pink to mark the occasion today, this is absolutely fine and may include full non-uniform in support of Wear It Pink.
Please see also the list of after-school clubs for following half term. Bookings for school-run clubs will open at 6:00pm this evening. Our school clubs will run from the week commencing Monday 10th November until the week ending Friday 12th December. Please note that Music Club for Beginners and York Knights Rugby will also take place on Tuesday 4th and Wednesday 5th November, respectively.
Thank you for your continued support this half term. School will reopen on Monday 3rd November; I hope you all have an enjoyable and safe half term.
Our school clubs will run from the week commencing Monday 10th November until the week ending Friday 12th December. Please note that Music Club for Beginners and York Knights Rugby will also take place on Tuesday 4th and Wednesday 5th…
Welcome to this week’s edition of our newsletter. We are, as always, delighted to share the latest updates, celebrations and key information from across our school community. Our newsletter provides an important opportunity to stay connected, highlight the achievements of our children and share details about forthcoming events and activities.
Please note that there will be no clubs next week due to Parents’ Evenings.
Please click here for the list of after-school clubs for following half term.
Thank you for your continued support in helping us ensure that Elvington remains a place where every child can learn, flourish and achieve success.
Welcome to this week’s edition of our newsletter. We are, as always, delighted to share the latest updates, celebrations and key information from across our school community. Our newsletter provides an important opportunity to stay connected, highlight the achievements of our children and share details about forthcoming events and activities.
Thank you for your continued support in helping us ensure that Elvington remains a place where every child can learn, flourish and achieve success.
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