Free school meals scheme launch

October 27, 2020 by billkirtley

Please see below for the latest information issued yesterday regarding Durham County Council’s assistance to parents during the holidays for those usually claiming free school meals.

Unsafe Toys

Child Toy Safety The Child Accident Prevention Trust has published a list of eight gifts most likely to cause an accident this year. We thought this might be a useful article to raise awareness. https://capt.org.uk/8-dangerous-gifts-to-avoid-this-christmas/

Missed Flu Clinic

Please find attached details of the community clinics which are for any child who was absent, refused or did not have consent for the vaccine when the team visited school. Parents can call the team on 0333 3583 397. Clinics – Durham

Children in Need

We will be having a non-uniform day on Friday 15th November for Children in Need. Please could children bring a donation – we suggest £1, but any amount would be greatly appreciated. All coins will be placed on Pudsey Bear and we will see how much Team Byers Green can raise to support this super […]

Nasal Flu Vaccinations

Dear Parents/ Carers Nasal and Intramuscular Flu Vaccination Consent Form Your child’s flu vaccination is now due and the school session is booked for 5 November 2024. This vaccination is recommended to help protect your child against flu. Flu can be an unpleasant illness and can cause serious complications. Vaccinating your child will also help protect more vulnerable family and friends by preventing the […]

nefirst Credit Union

At Byers Green, we are linked to nefirst credit union who have simple, straight forward saving accounts for adults and children. It also operates an inclusive and ethical approach to family loans. You or your child can join the community bank and make regular savings. Banking day at school is Thursday. I have attached the […]

Book Club

At Byers Green we wish to promote a love of reading. Every week we run a book club on a Friday afternoon, starting on 27th September The children can choose a book they would love to read and reserve it. We are encouraging a weekly savings card where the children can bring some money per […]