Mrs Nicole Smith | Head of Primary

As the weeks of lockdown tick over many of us have discovered creative ways of connecting with friends and family, as well as developing a rhythm and routine that works. It is not unusual for us all to have good days and down days, and inevitably there will be increased tensions even in the most harmonious families. Fights and arguments amongst siblings are common at the best of times, and during stressful experiences like lockdown it is pretty natural for families to experience more conflict.

Conflict such as this can be a chance for you as the parents to be a problem-solving role model. When you approach family conflict like this it can reduce everyone’s stress levels, and make your family relationships stronger.

There are a few things that can help you manage family conflict during lockdown:

• Decide on some guidelines, eg ‘We will speak about the issue and not yell', or ‘We try to breathe deeply before we react’.
• Praise children when you see them getting along well or working together to sort out a problem.
• Wait before you step in to defuse family disputes. Sometimes this gives children the chance to sort things out for themselves.
• Try to get children involved in calmly reflecting on the disagreement, sorting out what should happen next,
• Pick your battles. You may want to save your energy for important things like making sure your child is getting enough healthy food, sleep and exercise.

Information from raisingchildren.net.au

Fruit & Vegie Month

This week our students have had a wonderful time making 'Fruit & Vegie Sculptures' and enjoying nutritious snacks with their teachers.

Book Week 

Thanks to all the students for your amazing costumes in Book Week. 

James N (1PB) has been showing a keen interest lately in cooking in lockdown. Pancakes for brunch, dinner he cooked sausages and spag bowl. He has been an amazing help at home with his two sisters. Well done James for learning new skills and helping at home.   

Parents Coming on Site 

Under current restrictions we must limit people coming on site. If you need to pick something up for your child such as resources, please phone ahead. Once you arrive you must QR code in at reception and let them know what you are picking up. Then please wait outside and it will be delivered to you.