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Upcoming Events students adjust to the school environment before classes start, mentally pre-
paring them for the day.
Pre-Nanny Workshop: Wednesday 25th September 2024
This meeting is open to all parents with Nannies, house workers and drivers Research shows that punctual students are more likely to enter the classroom

who work with the children at home. As a school, we ensure that we educate with an open mind, ready to learn and participate actively. When students
everyone on the importance of child safety and care. arrive at school on time, they establish a routine that fosters discipline and
responsibility. This simple act helps them develop organizational skills and
Safeguarding is essential to us, and we want to help parents understand its time-management abilities that will benefit them during their school years

importance regarding the staff they leave at home with their children. During and throughout their lives. Students who consistently arrive on time demon-
this meeting, we will present what we intend to discuss with the nannies and strate a commitment to their education and show their peers and teachers
house workers to parents. We would also ask parents to share the key areas that they value the classroom experience. This shared commitment promotes
they want us to highlight in our meeting with the nannies. Please mark your respect and cooperation, benefiting everyone involved.

calendars and ensure you attend this important meeting.
In our primary setting, the early moments of the school day are essential for
Nanny Workshop: Thursday 26th September 2024 Phonics, Guided Reading and Spelling. In the Early Years, these times are
At the Nanny workshop, we will take your domestic staff through various crucial to building their sense of belonging and their communication and

conversations around child care, safeguarding, personal care and how to com- language skills. Missing out on these initial lessons can cause students to feel
municate with the children in their care. In this session, we will provide trans- disconnected from their whole-class collective progress, potentially impacting
lations for the Hausa and English-speaking domestic staff. We will also speak their comprehension and learning.
in broken English so that everyone understands what we are communicating.

Please ensure your domestic staff benefit from this session by making them One of the most significant advantages of arriving at school on time is the
available to attend. opportunity for teachers to conduct student check-ins during the morning
hours. These check-ins allow teachers to gauge student’s emotional and ac-
Independence Day Celebration: Monday 30th September 2024 ademic well-being. They can address any concerns, answer questions, and

We will be celebrating the Nigerian Independence Day next week. The stu- provide the necessary support to ensure every student is in the best possible
dents will be required to come dressed for this day. We will communicate position to learn. These moments of individual attention set a positive tone
more information about this event via the Class Dojo and the Whatsapp plat- for the rest of the day.
form. Please do not panic. Parents would not be required to go overboard for

their children that day. In conclusion, dear parents, consider avoiding the morning rush at school
drop-off or squeezing in an extra 5 minutes of sleep for the children. Remem-
Back to School Drive ber that getting to school on time goes beyond punctuality; it paves the way
We want to say a special thank you to all the parents who took the time to do- for a successful and fulfilling educational experience.

nate old bags, shoes and water bottles to the school. We appreciate your kind
donations. We will distribute these items to a few schools and outreach cen- Punctuality is a valuable tool in shaping a child’s educational journey and
tres around the Jahi district. also the dynamics of the entire classroom community.

Why arriving at school on time matters Have an amazing week ahead.

Arriving at school on time is more than just a matter of punctuality. It is Juliet Goje
the foundation for a successful educational experience, impacting a child’s Deputy Head of School

growth and the well-being of the classroom community. Being on time helps

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