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  • URGENT SCHOOL CLOSURE MESSAGE - FRIDAY 18 FEBRUARY

    Published 17/02/22

    Dear Parents

    Following an update to the weather warning for North Somerset, which is now set at it's highest Red level and following advice from our Academy Trust, both West Leigh Infants and Backwell Juniors will be CLOSED to all pupils tomorrow - 18th February. This is due to the significant risk to safety posed by Storm Eunice.

    Home learning can be accessed via your child's year group Teams page as per previous instructions.

    May I take this opportunity to wish you all a safe and happy half-term once the storm blows over.

    Best wishes

    Nick Webster

    Executive Headteacher

    The Federation of West Leigh Infants and Backwell Juniors

    01275 463 274   01275 462 632

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  • Feel Fab February

    Published 15/02/22

    Take part in our latest Feel Fab Feb half-term challenge which encourages children and families to keep healthy, active and creative during the holiday.  Participants can claim their Gold certificate if they can tick off a minimum two activities from each of the three categories.  See the flyer for details!

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  • Start of Term 3 Letter from Mr Webster

    Published 04/01/22

    Please find attached Start of Term 3 Letter from Mr Webster

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  • Christmas Letter from Mr Webster

    Published 16/12/21

     16th December 2021

    Dear Parents

    Even as I write this letter, our circumstances continue to change and evolve. This year has certainly given us all plenty to think about and I’m sure the beginning of 2022 will be no different.

    Thank you all for your patience and kindness during these most challenging of times. Without your continued support our schools would not be able to operate in the ways that we have. ‘Normality’ has come to mean something quite different to us all recently. We continue to try to keep things as normal as possible for your children and hope that their time at West Leigh and BJS remains fruitful, rewarding and most importantly fun!

    As always, I must recognise the huge effort that all staff put into all aspects of school life. Their commitment is admirable and they all deserve (as I’m sure you do) a restful Christmas period. Working in a constantly evolving environment requires dedication and flexibility and they have shown these qualities and many more in spades.

    We are all looking forward to spending Christmas with friends and family and I sincerely hope you have a fabulous time. A reminder that the first day back for children is Wednesday 5th January 2022, as Tuesday 4th is an INSET staff training day. Face coverings for adults while on site will remain a requirement at both schools until we evaluate the Covid situation in early January.

    Yours sincerely

    Nick Webster

    Headteacher

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  • Parent Carer Coffee Morning

    Published 01/11/21
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  • Lunchtime Supervisor Vacancies at BJS and West Leigh

    Published 07/10/21

    Lunchbreak Supervisors

     

    School:             Both West Leigh and Backwell C of E Junior 

    Hours:              West Leigh - 6.25 hours a week, term time only (11.50am – 1.05pm Mon – Fri)

                              Backwell Junior – 6.25 hours a week, term time only (12.25pm – 1.40pm Mon- Fri

    Contract:         Permanent

    Start:                2nd September 2021

    Pay:                 JG1C pt 1 - 2 (FTE £17,842 - £18,198) - Pro rata - £2,577 - £2,629

    We are looking for caring and enthusiastic Lunchbreak Supervisor to ensure our children have a happy and safe lunchtime experience.

    Duties will include:

    • To supervise the movement of pupils to and from dining areas, including any personal hygiene requirements.
    • To maintain good order and excellent hygiene practices in dining areas.
    • To assist pupils, where necessary, with the collection of food and return of trays, or other items to the service counter.
    • To assist pupils, where necessary, with the proper use of cutlery, drinking facilities or other aspects of the midday meal.
    • To assist in the clearance of any spillages and wiping down, clearing or resetting of tables, as appropriate.
    • To monitor behaviour in the playground and assist where necessary, ensuring a safe environment for the children.
    • To take any immediate action to attend to sickness or accidents by carrying out minor first aid and summoning relevant assistance.

    Safeguarding

    The Federation of West Leigh Infant School and Backwell C of E Junior School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all in our community to share this commitment. Any appointment will be subject to full enhanced DBS checks (including Barred List Information) and satisfactory references.

    School Visits

    School visits are encouraged to take place after school.  To arrange a visit please contact the School Office on 01275 463274.

    Applications

    Further information is available from the school website Federation of West Leigh Infant School and Backwell C of E Junior School - Federation Vacancies (backwellfederation.co.uk)  or from the school office 01275 463274.

    Application forms should be sent to the school office by post or email the School Business Manager – Avril Steel – asteel@backwellfederation.co.uk

    Interview date:                                        TBA

    This post will commence:                        As soon as all necessary checks have been carried out

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  • Parents Evening - Term 2

    Published 06/10/21

    Dear Parents

    We will be holding Parent consultation meetings during the second week of T2. West Leigh Infants will be held from 3:30-6:30 on Tuesday 9th and Thursday 11th November and Backwell Juniors meetings will be from 4-7 on Tuesday 9th and Wednesday 10th November. Full details regarding how to sign up for these will be sent out in due course.

    We will be hosting the meetings either in person or via MS Teams depending on your preference. When booking, please state which way you would like to access the meeting.

    As always, this will be an opportunity to discuss your child's progress over T1 and find out more about curriculum coverage and content and ask any questions that you may have.

    We are very much looking forward to meeting you to discuss how your children are getting on.

    Best wishes

    Nick Webster

    Executive Headteacher

    The Federation of West Leigh Infants and Backwell Juniors

    01275 463 274   01275 462 632

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  • BJS PTA Fundraising News October 2021

    Published 06/10/21

    PTA: Tesco Community Grants Scheme VOTING IS NOW ON

    The PTA are delighted to confirm that it’s application to be put forward to a customer vote for outdoor play equipment has been successful.

    Please vote for BJSA with the blue tokens every time you shop at Tesco in Nailsea and Tesco Express in Portishead (BS20 6LR). Voting continues until 31 December.

    Although the application was originally made to raise funds for the replacement outdoor play equipment, the scheme administrators have confirmed that they are happy for the vote to go ahead and for any grant money received to be used to enhance the outdoor play equipment and/or provide additional play equipment. Presently the idea is to replace broken netball nets and/or provide outdoor seating for the children.

    The project with the highest number of blue tokens will receive £1,500, the project which receives the second highest number of tokens, £1,000, and the third placed project £500.

    Film Night at BJS - Save the date!

    Do save the date for a film night on Thursday 18th November, more information will follow shortly!

    Preloved Christmas Jumper/Clothing sale

    We plan to have a pre-loved Christmas clothing sale in November. It would be amazing if you could hang on to any outgrown Christmassy clothes for the moment - more details to follow…

    Thank you for your continued and invaluable support to, in turn, support our children.

    BJSA

     

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  • Harvest Celebrations at Backwell Federation

    Published 05/10/21
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  • October Holiday Camps from Premier Sport

    Published 05/10/21
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  • Young Ringers - Bell Ringing at St Andrew's Church

    Published 01/10/21
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  • Light Party at St Andrew's Church

    Published 01/10/21
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