Special Edition: Parent Briefing 2/12/24
COUNTDOWN TO CHRISTMAS
2 to 20 December
The beginning of December will see the start of our Attendance Countdown to Christmas.
Every child who attends every school day on time in December will receive a selection box on the last day of term.
Arrive to school before 8.40am to be on time.
18 December 2024
On Wednesday 18 December, we will be enjoying our Christmas Dinner. Please ensure this is booked in advance by Monday 9 December on the Arbor Pay School Shop.
The cost of the Christmas Dinner is the same price as a Main Meal Deal of £2.50. View the post below for further details of how to book including an Arbor step-by-step video.
20 December 2024: Last Day of Term
We invite children to wear their Christmas jumper or something festive to school on Friday 20 December. Children can also choose to wear an alternative item that represents their own cultural dress.
Usual uniform should be worn underneath Christmas jumpers/items of cultural dress, to include a shirt and tie.
Usual school trousers/skirt and school shoes are required.
School will finish at 12.30pm on the last day of term, Friday 20 December.
Children will be able to purchase food for their lunch during break time from their year group Pods.
There will be no Family Dining on this day.
We return to school in the New Year on Tuesday 7 January.
Monday 6 January is an INSET Day for staff when school be closed to students.
Click on the link below to view our Term Dates.
Support during the Holidays
For the majority of pupils, the school holidays are a time to relax and take time off from studying. However, for some, the school holidays can mean a period of difficulty for many reasons. Click here for supportive resources for both students and parents during the holiday, including links to urgent support in a crisis.
If you have any Safeguarding concerns, please email: john.williams@ellisguilfordschool.org.uk
