Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.

• Macmillan Coffee morning 29th October at 9AM

  Fri 29 Sep 2023

  Friday 29th of October 2023 at 9am Macmillian Coffee morning to raise money for a great charity they helps to provide vital services and support to help someone living with cancer. Please come along for a slice of cake and a cupper and a chat with the Four Swannes community.

• RAAC School Inspection

  Wed 06 Sep 2023 Mr Moore

  Dear Parent,

   

  You may well have seen in the news that some schools have been affected by the presence of RAAC in their buildings. RAAC, or Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete, is a lightweight form of concrete which was used in schools and other building construction from the 1950’s until the mid-1990s. After some time and in some circumstances this concrete can collapse.

   

  However, I wanted to write to reassure you that the County Council had this school surveyed by properly qualified building surveyors in the last few years. We can confirm that there is no RAAC in this school, and no risk to pupils or staff.

   

  For any further information, please do not hesitate to contact the school office. 

• Summer Newsletter

  Fri 21 Jul 2023

  https://sway.office.com/LDly2r6KDVzB7TGO?ref=Link

• Summer Fete

  Sat 15 Jul 2023
  

• News letter 26/05/2023

  Wed 07 Jun 2023

  Please find attached our latest newsletterhttps://sway.office.com/GC9xyu6WOiFWqBVY?ref=Link

• Y5 & Y6 Residential Trip

  Thu 18 May 2023

  The children have had a great nights sleep, they are all having a great time. Soon they are off to do a first aid course and after that they will be cooking their own Pizza for lunch.

• Spring Term Newsletter

  Fri 31 Mar 2023

  Spring Term Newsletter

• February Newsletter

  Thu 16 Mar 2023

  Newsletter

• Earthquake Appeal

  Fri 10 Feb 2023 Mr Moore

  Exceptional Support!

   

  I am so proud to be able to say that Four Swannes, as a community and not just a school, has raised £1,142.52 to support those families in need that have been affected by the earthquakes. This amount is from school donations only and does not include the online donations for which we do not have a total, although I am certain that those donations would have been of a similar level of generosity. 

   

  Thank you all SO much for your support and I will ensure that the money raised will go directly to those that need it. This money will go towards the resources needed most such as tents, essential foods and water, plus many other life saving necessities. 

   

   

• Winter Health Update

  Fri 06 Jan 2023 Mr Moore

  Winter Health Update – January 2023

   

  For parents/carers and education and childcare settings. From Geraldine Bruce, Head of Health Protection, Hertfordshire Public Health.

   

  As children return to schools and childcare settings, we expect to see many more cases of flu, COVID-19 and other infections that affect children’s breathing (known as ‘respiratory infections’). There also continue to be high numbers of scarlet fever cases, which can spread quickly, but can be easily treated with antibiotics. To help us through this term, this leaflet has five simple steps we can take to protect children, minimise the spread of illness in schools and childcare settings and protect others.

   

  1. Stay home if unwell

  Infections can spread quickly in schools and other childcare settings. If your child is unwell and has a fever they should stay home from school or nursery until they feel better and their fever has gone. Adults should try to stay home when unwell and consider wearing a face covering to protect others if you do have to go out. Don’t visit people in hospitals or care homes if you have a fever, a cold or symptoms of a stomach upset.

   

  2. Keep hands clean

  It is important to help children understand that keeping hands clean can stop bugs from spreading. Help your child wash their hands regularly at home with soap and warm water. More information here https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/best-way-to-wash-your-hands/

   

  3. Catch coughs and sneezes

  Catching coughs and sneezes in tissues then binning them is a simple way to help stop illness from spreading. Keeping rooms well ventilated will also help prevent the spread of winter illness.

   

  4. Get vaccinated if you’re eligible

  Now is a good time to check your you and your family’s vaccinations are all up to date. If you are unsure your child has had all their routine vaccinations, you can check their personal health record (Red Book) or ask your GP. You can also check the childhood immunisation schedule online here: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file /1055502/UKHSA-12155-routine-childhood-immunisation-schedule_Feb2022.pdf

   

  And it’s not too late to get the free NHS flu jab or nasal spray this year if anyone in your family is eligible. The NHS will be contacting parents of children who have not yet had their flu immunisation. Flu nasal spray clinics are still taking place in some schools this month, or for children aged 2-3, please contact your GP to arrange an appointment.

   

  5. Be scarlet fever aware

  Call your GP for advice if you think your child has scarlet fever. More information about scarlet fever can be found on the NHS website: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/scarlet-fever/ If you are concerned about a rash that your child has, advice is available here: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/rashes-babies-and-children/

   

  Further updates and resources can be found here: www.hwehealthiertogether.nhs.uk www.gov.uk/government/news/back-to-school-advice-issued-amid-high-levels-of-flu-covid-19-and?scarlet-fever www.e-bug.eu www.gov.uk/government/publications/infectious-diseases-schools-and-other-childcare-settings