In accordance with the government guidelines on social distancing, we have made the decision yesterday to suspend all of our external after school skills clubs for the time-being from Monday 23rd March.   We are sad to have to introduce these measures but due to government guidelines, we have made these decisions based on public safety.  We will notify parents when services can resume.  Thank you.

Please note: this DOES NOT currently impact on our daily After School Club, Coastal Kids, which is still currently up and running.  Karate will still run on 20th March, unless otherwise notified.

Chomp are offering fantastic free lunch and activity clubs in Brighton and Hove during the school holidays!

Each club offers a range of fun activities, snacks, time for parents to chat, and a hot, healthy lunch prepared on the day.

To book your place now, please Register.

'February is LGBT history month. Here at St. Peter's we will be celebrating the diversity and inclusion of all different types of families. For more information here is a link to the official website https://lgbthistorymonth.org.uk/

This Christmas, we are going to do a Reverse Advent Calendar; instead of receiving an Advent treat, we plan to donate one to our local food bank!  On any day in December, your child can bring in any of the following items, knowing they will go to a local community cause.  The Purple People Kitchen have given us a list of useful goods that are needed for the food bank.  They need coffee, tinned fish, tinned meat, tinned or packet soup, cook-in sauces, rice, pasta, cereals, biscuits and any long life food items.  They have suggested toiletries, washing detergent, toilet paper, nappies, baby wipes and sanitary items would also be very useful.

Sid Sloane's Breakfast Club here at St Peter's has made the news: https://www.brightonandhovenews.org/2019/07/18/cbeebies-star-runs-breakfast-club-at-portslade-school/

Watch the latest video from Brighton and Hove's Miss School, Miss Out attendance campaign, starring the children from St Peter's! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sacirXUERZU&feature=youtu.be

Your child's class photo is now available to order! Photos can be viewed in the foyer outside the office and order forms are available here

Teatowel order form coming home today. You can order in foyer TODAY from 3pm or THURS morning. You c
an send order in envelope with correct money by Thurs 9am.

Please see letter below from Public Health England.  There is more information on our "News and Letters" page.

If your child has not had two doses of MMR, please contact your GP to arrange for them to be vaccinated as soon as possible. Vaccination before being in contact with a case will protect your child; and even if done afterwards it can mean they do not get as ill as they would otherwise have done.

What is measles?
Measles is an infection caused by the measles virus. It can spread very easily.
People with measles usually start to become unwell about one to two weeks (sometimes up to three weeks) after a contact with an infectious case.

Initial symptoms can include:
 cold-like symptoms, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and a cough
 sore, red eyes (conjunctivitis) that may be sensitive to light
 a very high temperature (fever), which may reach around 40°C (104°F)
 small greyish-white spots on the inside of the cheeks
A few days later, a red-brown blotchy rash will appear. This usually starts on the head or upper neck, before spreading outwards to the rest of the body.
People with measles are infectious from just before they become unwell, and remain infectious during the initial stages (when you might not realise they have measles, as cold-like symptoms usually have another less serious cause) and until four or five days after the rash appears. They should be kept away from school, nursery, and from other children and vulnerable people throughout this period (until 5 days after the rash appears).
Measles can be serious, particularly for people who have a weakened immune system. The best way to prevent measles is through vaccination. If you have had two MMR vaccine doses or you are an older adult who had measles as a child then you are very unlikely to catch measles.

What if you become unwell?
If you become unwell and think it could be measles you should see a doctor. You should ring the doctor or clinic beforehand so they can make sure you do not pass the disease to others in the waiting room.
Take this information sheet with you and tell your doctor that you may have been in contact with someone with infectious measles. Your doctor should seek advice from the local Health Protection Team (postcode search for local unit and phone number at https://www.gov.uk/contacts-phe-regions-and-local-centres ).

Who needs medical advice?
(This section only applies to people who have been in contact with somebody who is likely to have measles.)
 People with a weakened immunity: If you have a weakened immunity then you may become more seriously unwell if you get measles. If you think you might have been in contact with somebody with measles, then you should seek advice from your doctor – ideally by phone as you may be infectious to others in the waiting area.
 Pregnant women: If you are pregnant and not sure of your immunity it may also be worth seeking your doctor’s advice.
 Children under one year: If you know that your child, aged under one year, has been in contact with a case, please also contact your doctor for advice.

If you are unsure if you are protected from measles, check with your doctor. If you are not fully vaccinated, you can be vaccinated for free, on the NHS, at any age (although if you were born before 1970 then you are likely to have had measles as a child, and you may not require the vaccine.

If you would like more information on measles visit http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/measles/Pages/Introduction.aspx

Come along to our 2019 Summer Fayre on 5th July!

The St Peter's term dates for 2019/2020 are now available on our website: http://www.stpeters.brighton-hove.sch.uk/parent-information/term-dates

FOSPs are doing a fundraiser by creating amazing teatowels with your child's hand drawn self image on for parents to buy.  Please return the permission form by MONDAY to ensure your child takes part.

There is no obligation to buy but it's lovely for every child to take part and be on the teatowel.

We are looking to recruit two new parent governors to join our committed governing body working closely with the headteacher, senior leadership and staff as we continue to raise standards and support the strategic direction of St Peter’s.

If you are interested, please complete the application form available on on our website "New and Letters" section.  We have included some information about being St Peters governor, which you should consider carefully to ensure you can commit to the role.  The deadline is Monday 10th June.

 Sun Safety is so important - please read this information about how to take care in the sun: Sun Safety.

 To find out more about Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month, please download the information here.

 We are collecting plastic bottles of all sizes (with lids) for an exciting art project at St Peter's.  Please bring in your bottles from 5th June.  Thank you.

Music Summer School 2019

Over a period of a fortnight, 18 different courses for children aged 6-16 will be offered by the Brighton and Hove Music Service, with over 400 children taking part in music making.  This years programme includes opportunities for complete beginners in ukulele, singing and music technology; alongside workshops, bands and ensembles for more experienced young musicians.  Every course culminates in a celebration performance.  

The courses take place during July.  Parents will be responsible for taking children to and from the venues, and the day or days will be marked as 'authorised' in the register.

For more information please see the website below...leaflets in the entrance.

https://www.bhma.org.uk/summer-school