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Our East Brent
School was first established in 1841 as a Church of England National
School to convey the 3R's and scriptures to the poorer children in the
area.
In 1976 it became a First School and now admits children of between 4
and 9 years of age. It is a Voluntary controlled school, which means the
Church of England is represented on the Governing body and close links
are maintained with St. Mary's Church.
There is also a pre-school group which is run mornings Mon-Fri
during term time.
School Website
The school currently has a superb informative web site
www.eastbrentfirstschool.co.uk
It is also linked to the Cheddar Valley Schools Website. |
~NEW~
Photo
Gallery of recent school activities
HERE
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Avon
and Somerset Constabulary Illuminate Schools |
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- Left Photo section from left to
right - Cllr Peter Burridge-Clayton, Mrs Janet Sadiq Head Teacher of
Burnham Infant school and PCSO Andy Dancy
- Top right photograph PC Tracey
Stiles, Mr Kevin Roberts Dept Head of Brent Knoll School
- Bottom right photograph at East
Huntspill School - front middle Chief Inspector Pete Saban rear Mrs
Margaret Jewell and PCSO Sheila Dickinson
All taken with pupils
from the respective schools |
| Press Release
Avon and Somerset
Constabulary Illuminate Schools
With the safety of our
youngest members of the community in mind PC Tracey STILES and her
colleagues at Burnham and Cheddar Police Station have been able to
support local schools by supplying them with high visibility vests to be
worn by children when they are engaged in activities outside school.
PC Stiles of the
Burnham Team said, "1300 vests have been distributed to all our local
schools so that whenever the children are walking near roads, they can
be clearly seen. I think this will help everyone to appreciate how
dangerous our roads can be to young people and at the same time
highlight the importance of road safety to all children. It has been a
difficult project to manage such a large number of resources, but I
believe it is well worth it"
PCSO Sara England who
has helped in distributing the vests said," I think this is a really
good way that our local police team can demonstrate how we work within
the community to ensure as many people are as safe as possible whenever
possible. The children have told us they are always really pleased to
see us and look forward to wearing the vests as soon as possible. I
think this will make a real difference."
Councillor Burridge
Clayton said, When the Police approached me with their ideas I was more
then willing to offer contributions from the community fund as my focus
has been towards the young people of our town. This shows our commitment
to working in partnership to achieve projects such as this.
All the schools in the
Burnham and Cheddar Areas were presented with high visibility vest by
Avon and Somerset Constabulary and Cllr Peter Burridge-Clayton.
The costs of the
providing of the vests have been met by contributions by County
Councillor Peter Burridge Clayton and the Avon and Somerset
Constabulary.
Gavin Jennings
Safer
Stronger Neighbourhoods
Burnham Police Station
Burnham Road, Burnham-on-Sea
Somerset TA8 1LS
Office hours
Mon-Fri 08:00-16:00 hours
Tel:
0845 456 7000
Ext:
63450
Fax:
01823 363467
Email:
gavin.jennings@avonandsomerset.police.uk
Web:
http://www.avonandsomerset.police.uk/LocalPages/SectorDetails.aspx?SectorID=9
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Success at
the 2010 Highbridge Festival of Arts.
The children of
East Brent First school who competed at the festival, did our village proud.
Despite some tough
opposition, a number of Gold Awards were won.
Well Done! to all
who took part.
~ New
school garden ~
Could you help our children to
set up a their school garden?
We are hoping to
plant fruit trees to make our healthy eating initiative more sustainable.
Is there a volunteer (or more than one) who could help us to plant them, subject
to criminals record bureau enhanced disclosure, and someone to help us design
and plant our bio-diversity wildlife garden and a 'kitchen' garden?
~Cycle
proficiency training~
We are also
appealing for anyone who is ROSPA trained in pre 'Right Track' cycling
proficiency and awareness courses. To assist the under nine-year-olds' in
off-road competency training.
Preferably someone who is CRB disclosure checked.
If not, is anyone available for training at
the school and is also willing to complete the CRB disclosure?
If you can
volunteer just a small amount of guidance or help, please contact
Head teacher Nikki
Elsom at the school via:
email:
office@eastbrent.somerset.sch.uk
Or tel: 01278
760490
Photo
Gallery
Click a thumbnail
for the bigger picture!
Autumn
2009
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A day with the paramedics.
Hedgehogs' class were visited by a paramedic with an ambulance to explore! Nikki Elsom
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April 2009
Bees and pollination
July 2009
The cast from the school play 'Daniel
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The cast of 'Daniel' school play |
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'Daniel' re-enacted at the village fete. |
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Strictly
come dancing!
Recording
and sketching vegetables in Mrs Woodward's garden.
Road
safety and 'Stranger danger' awareness.
School
sports day.
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The dads get in on the act! |
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Shelter
building with Dan and Stuart from the BridgwaterYMCA
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Teamwork and co-operation |
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Renewable
energy workshop.
East Brent
Pre-school news.
Charity Reg No: 1028862
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Change of postal address.
Please note: The Pre-school is still operating from East Brent
Village hall.
However due to logistical problems with a shared mailbox, All
mail for the school should now be addressed to:
East Brent Church of England First School
Church Road
East Brent
Nr Highbridge
Somerset TA9 4HZ
Deborah Goodman Sec.
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Pre-School Assistant wanted ~
for East Brent village
Pre-School.
| Essential criteria: Relevant NVQ level 2, Previous experience of
working with young children, willingness to learn, friendly and
flexible approach, commitment to young children and families,
commitment to equal opportunities. The position offered is
currently for two morning per week, with the possibility of
additional mornings in due course. The ability to be flexible with
regards to hours/days worked and also a willingness to undertake
further qualifications as necessary would be beneficial. The
pay-band for Pre-School assistant starting salary will be dependant
upon qualifications and experience which will be reviewed annually.
The Pre-School is a charity, managed by committee, with a
friendly and positive environment. we pride our selves on
being a small group with dedicated staff, able to provide the time
and attention each child requires in a quiet setting.
If you would like to apply for this position, please do so in
writing, enclosing a copy of your CV and details of two recent
employers able to provide references. to: Mrs K. Lewis.
(Chairperson). East Brent Pre-School. Church Road. East Brent. Nr,
Highbridge. Somerset. TA9 4HZ
The Closing date for applications is: 6th November 2009
For further information about this post please call mrs. K. Lewis
on 07920 111872 or Emma Allen (Manager) on 07849 062469 |
Story Time for all
children aged between 0-4
Did you know?
Burnham Library hosts a "Story Time" for all
children aged between 0-4 (ie. those who do not attend school)
on a Thursday afternoon at 2.15 pm.
We follow the school term and re-start on Thursday 7
January in Burnham library. It's free, you don't have to be
a library member, but you might want to join the library (which
is free) with your child (and they get a Bookstart card, sticker
(when completed they get a Certificate). So what are you
waiting for? Come and meet Edward Bear, sing some nursery
rhymes, listen to some stories, colour some pictures, and meet
other Mums, Dads, Grandparents, etc. All are welcome.
Highbridge Library have a Rhyme Time (for babies) on Thursday
morning 10.30 am every month. We meet with Edward Bear, and
sing nursery rhymes, chat about babies, and other interesting
stuff! If you'd like to come along, please do! It's free, and
if you haven't already received one, you might be eligible for a
Bookstart pack (free books, free loan of a DVD, etc). Our first
meeting will be on Thursday 7 January at 10.30 am. See
you there!
Carla Searle (East Brent)
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