Special Events in 2020
Since Christmas, there have been numerous whole school special events although it is less than 3 months at time of writing.
Reception and KS1 pupils enjoyed Aladdin in January. We all enjoyed the visit from our friendly Chinese Lion to wish us all a Happy Chinese New Year. We were all thoroughly entertained by the author Steve Skidemore who wrote Killer Custard amongst others.
An important week was Safer Internet Week. Our children designed some amazing posters to help each other stay safe on line. They are displayed all round the school.
Friday 14th February, as well as being Valentine’s Day, was our 6 Rs day where we invited parents in to test themselves against some tricky tasks with their children. The staff were also expected to take a risk, not least Mr Brown as you can see from the photographs.
The Daily Mile is a daily special event and we are now well known for it throughout Leicester and Leicestershire. Councillor Dempster came to see it in action. She was also very impressed with our lunchtime routines generally.
Stokes Wood families are known for their generosity and these last few weeks have been no exception. The school council organised and collected 499 tins for the homeless, a charity café for the British Lung Foundation and mad hair day for Dr Barnardos. The events were great fun too.
During Shakespeare Week, we were visited by Shakespeare’s wife who taught us lots about William Shakespeare and about his plays. Some children were able to show off their acting ability!
Last but not least, Colin Jacob Year 5 was selected from nominations by Leicester City in the Community coaches across the city and county to be the referee’s mascot at the Leicester v Aston Villa match on the 9th March. If you look on the Leicester City website tunnel cam you will spot him.
https://www.lcfc.com/tv/tunnelcam
Filbert announced the prize at school the week before.
Christmas Fayre 2019
What a great event!! The Year 6 pupil and staff team worked hard all afternoon. The children from the rest of the school had brought in all sorts to sell and their money to buy. It was a great Christmas atmosphere and there was a surprise visit from Santa too. We raised £480 for school funds. Happy Christmas everyone!!