Good Evening Parents and Children, Have I got a return date for you? No, I am sorry I do not. Although the virus is still around, the number of people getting it, is slowly decreasing. BUT, we are still not over the crisis and you must remain at home if you can. Too many families […]
Parents & Community
Arrangements for Reopening
Information for Parents
Dear Parents, Please take time to read the letter below, from the Local Authority. If you would like to order a box of Lateral Flow Tests for your family, please visit https://www.gov.uk/guidance/rapid-lateral-flow-testing-for-households-and-bubbles-of-school-pupils-and-staff
Uniform Shop-Update March 2021
Good Morning Please note that the Uniform Shop will be open daily from 9.00am-10.00am. Please make your way to the Parents room (near the main office) via Hanford Close. Please bring the correct change for any purchases and any lunch money in an envelope (with name, class and amount).
Spring here we come
Morning all, Cannot wait to welcome you back to school on Monday March 8 th. we will be asking parents to let children walk into school by themselves. The only exception will be Nursery children. At the end of the day, parents will be informed where their children can be collected. I suggest parents in […]
Big Difference Scheme – Help pay your water charges.
The Big Difference Scheme can help customers who are in receipt of a low income and struggling to pay their water charges. If eligible for the scheme, customers could receive up to 90% off the average Severn Trent Water bill. If the individual has a child who is eligible for income based free school meals, it […]
Passports of Kindness
KS2 children who are currently in school have had access to a fantastic project linked to Coventry – City of Culture 2021. This is the PASSPORTS OF KINDNESS project. We are only one of two schools that are taking part in this great opportunity. The Passports of Kindness project will see the children, who are […]
Families For All Hub
Letter from Local Authority for parents
Parents, please read the letter from the Local Authority. Have a safe and restful half term.
Safer Internet Day free workshops
Assessing Online Content and Interactions – Let’s Get Digitally Savvy Can you tell when something is a scam online? Can you tell the difference between opinion and fact online? Do you know how to assess websites? Can you spot manipulative behaviour online? Are you able to tell when something is an advertisement online? Do you […]
Any family… anyone can have.
If any family would like: Cereals, bagels and some milk, PLEASE come up to school on Monday 1st February from 9:30-12 to collect some free things. We will be at the pod, everyone is welcome. Just remember that oats can create flour as well as flapjacks. Cornflakes make great cakes as well as a crispy […]
Another week over
Hello parents and children, This week it was confirmed that we have another 6 weeks of working at home. I fear it may be more. So let’s remain positive and focused and think about the great things that await us when we can all meet up, a new PE pod being one of the things,you […]
Weekly update
The snow is gently falling as I write this and reminds us that we are in the middle of winter, so we need to be mindful of keeping warm, wrapping up and going for a brisk walk when we can. We must NOT go into any friends’ houses, or meet and have a party. This […]
COVID-19 Winter Grant Scheme
Community support | COVID-19 (Coronavirus) | Coventry City Council Article: Winter Grant Scheme The winter grant scheme is available to support families and individuals with access to food, energy, water bills and other essential items. The aim is to give vulnerable households peace of mind in the run-up to Christmas and over the winter months […]
Homework book
Dear all, Well done to many children who are working really hard whilst at home and thank you parents for supporting. Another well done for the staff at school who are doing a great job at supporting all of the children at BH. For those of you who have finished your homework book and would […]
SENDIASS Virtual Coffee Meeting
Weekly Update
Happy Weekend Everyone, The end of week 2 and the overwhelming majority of children are engaging in the fantastic learning opportunities that the staff are planning. Children are being offered a range of learning opportunities and I beam with pride that my staff are going that extra mile to support every child. The quality of […]
Food Parcels
Afternoon all, I hope you are all well. If you need a WEEKLY food parcel you must request one and collect it. headteacher@broadheath.coventry.sch.uk Food needs to be collected every Monday between 9-12 from the pod. If you are struggling in any way, please let us know. We cannot offer school places to families who want […]
Coronavirus update: Prof Chris Whitty
Coronavirus updates: Prof Chris Whitty: Next few weeks will be the worst of pandemic – BBC News Dear Parents, The government updated their advice on Friday evening, stating that parents and carers should keep their children at home if they can. The Chief Medical Advisor, Prof Chris Whitty, has shared that the next few weeks are […]
BT announces ‘Lockdown Learning’ support scheme for kids and families
T introduces connectivity support scheme to help disadvantaged children continue their education while schools remain closed Package to include: Free unlimited mobile data for those families and carers supporting children with no internet access, to help access remote education, as part of DfE’s Get help with Technology programme Free WiFi vouchers for schools and charity […]
Increasing data allowances on mobile devices to support disadvantaged children
This scheme temporarily increases data allowances for mobile phone users on certain networks. This is so that children and young people can access remote education if their face-to-face education is disrupted. Who can get help Schools, trusts and local authorities can request mobile data increases for children and young people who meet all 3 of […]
How to scan Documents on Apple devices
If you want to scan your children’s work to upload it and you have an Apple device, you have a built in scanner. Here is a video explaining how and also a written explanation if needed. If you have an Android phone, you might find this app works in the same way for you.
Weekend Message
Good Morning everyone, A grey day but hopefully BH blogs, brighten your day. The staff at BH this week have been incredible, we have worked around the clock to support everyone. I do need to emphasise that the SAFEST place is at home. If you can stay at home, please do so. So what have […]
Parents Guide: How to use Zoom
Because we are now back in another lockdown, I think it’s time for a short guide that will assist parents in easily getting ready for online classes. Equipment needed For Zoom, you will need a computer, iPad/Tablet or a smart phone. Your device will need a camera if you intend to partake in the video […]
FOOD
Morning parents, The government are not giving vouchers during the term, they are saying that schools should be supporting with healthy meal bags if they can, we can. As a consequence of this we will be doing WEEKLY food bags which can be cooked at home in parts, frozen if necessary and is healthy. The […]
Coventry School Nursing Newsletter
Physical Education at Home
Hi everyone, I hope you are doing well at home. Knowing how enthusiastic and energetic our students are at Broad Heath I am really optimistic when I think about how well you will take to the challenge of being active for 30 minutes or more everyday . We have set a range of activities for […]
Children Entitled to Free School Meals
Please contact the school by 9.30am if your child is entitled to a Free School Meal (not universal) and you would like to collect a meal from school. Please contact the school on: 02476 689558. If you are unable to contact the school via telephone please leave a comment on this blog, with your child’s […]
Key Workers
Good Evening In response to the Prime Minister’s statement tonight, we are asking that any parents who are critical workers and absolutely need a place in school tomorrow – Tuesday 5th January to email laura.donnelly@broadheath.coventry.sch.uk by 9.30pm tonight to allow us to ensure that we are appropriately staffed. We will be able to offer further […]
Key Workers
Dear Parents As we update our records for the new year, please can you let us know whether you are a ‘Critical / Key Worker’ Please send an email to laura.donnelly@broadheath.coventry.sch.uk detailing your role, who you work for and the names of your children. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-maintaining-educational-provision/guidance-for-schools-colleges-and-local-authorities-on-maintaining-educational-provision Best Wishes
CANCELLED After School Clubs
All PE afterschool clubs have been CANCELLED. While this is sad news for students, it is the right decision at this time to prioritize the health and safety of all students and staff as much as possible. We will monitor the situation closely to see if we can start clubs again in Spring 2. Mr […]