School is closed. Snow has caused hazardous conditions on surrounding roads and on site. Please do not send any children in today. Safety first.
@ojsinfo
Our warmest and most sincere thanks goes to the Overdale community today for their kindness and support. Thank you. Stay safe. https://t.co/aBa1a5oBCX
@ojsinfo
Good morning. Here's a really good way to get involved and support our schools safely. @Overdale_PA Come and join us at the next meeting. https://t.co/Dz3YbFBKUn
@ojsinfoExcellent week of home learning. Thank you for the positive feedback. We think MS Teams is struggling to cope with demand so we are sorry if you suffered any glitches today. Time to rest for our fab pupils and staff. Be safe.
@ojsinfoThank you to all of the pupils that came in today - you helped our staff teach and take care of you safely. Well done to you at home for engaging with the remote learning tasks on Teams and for the positive feedback. Incredible team, pupils and families. Use KW places wisely.
@ojsinfoLooking forward to the year 6 leaver's show at 2pm. Best of luck to all of year 6. Feeling immensely proud and emotional x
@ojs_Y6
A sneak preview of part of the backdrop for the Year 6 production - Go for Goal! https://t.co/ssYsvYVwSl
@ojs_Y6
Introducing children to a new sport for #NSW @YouthSportTrust #everybodyactive https://t.co/uY9lC9SjlZ
@ojs_Y6
6s stands for SUCCESS! We won the trophy for the class with the most points on sports day! Amazing, brilliant, fantastic #proudteacher https://t.co/vRcih42ICT
@ojs_Y6A huge well done to all children that took part in quadkids last week. Overall Overdale came 2nd which is a huge achievement. #proudteacher
@ojs_Y6@MissJNeal1 @ojsBookClub Fantastic idea - love this - dive in to Reading for Pleasure !
@OJScookandgrowPop over to the website to experience our new virtual library! There are over 100+ books to explore! I can't contain my excitement @ojsBookClub https://t.co/GlVwtr5SQl
@OJScookandgrow@MissJNeal1 Really enjoyed sharing great children's books and thinking of ways to promote Reading For Pleasure among younger children
@OJScookandgrowThank you for coming and sharing! We can't wait to see you again next time! https://t.co/22pG0vadob
@OJScookandgrow
Happy Monday everyone! Hope you all managed to have a restful half term, maybe you did some cooking and baking?........ We made a cake in a mug, in the microwave! (who knew that was even possible) surprisingly delicious https://t.co/yHRBbuzfCV
@OJScookandgrow
Information been emailed out tomorrow about The 2021 Move it March Challenge! Keep a look out and get involved ♀♀⚽⛹♂♀♂ https://t.co/EiWaqI9pJd
@ojsSport
Welcome to the grand opening of Overdale's Virtual Library! Head over to the Home Learning Area of the school website to peruse our bookcases and simply click on a book to share the story! @ojsinfo @OverdaleInfant Maybe you will spot some teachers borrowing books too! https://t.co/qs0qGMONYd
@ojsSportCalling ALL Leicester City schools Move it March(KS1&2) and Travel to Tokyo(KS3&4) challenges have launched! Time to clock up those active minutes. Which school will be crowned champions #TeamLCSSPAN #KeepSafeKeepActive #MoveItMarch #TraveltoTokyo #ChallengeIsOn https://t.co/UZ2ZDU3DmM
@ojsSport
Good morning OJS! We are going to be doing cricket sessions online with 'Chance to Shine' over the next two weeks check out your PE channel or ask your teacher to find the link to the first session. We hope you enjoy it! @Chance2Shine https://t.co/VnNIAVpWez
@ojsSport
There is something very exciting making it's way to our school websites tomorrow! Keep your eyes peeled @ojsinfo @OverdaleInfant https://t.co/ehek0UYZ17
@ojsSport
Thank you to those who have sent in some fabulous recipes for our first Overdale Cookbook so far, they look great! Don't forget children can also send in their food artwork for the front cover. https://t.co/MMSxT0rm9x
@its_me_MIssDMASKED READERS To celebrate World Book Day this year staff from OJS and OIS have joined together to read you some stories with a difference! Will you be able to work out who our disguised readers are?More info to follow on Monday! Here's a sneak peek @ojsinfo @OverdaleInfant https://t.co/hHa37jW3KU
@its_me_MIssDInformation been emailed out tomorrow about The 2021 Move it March Challenge! Keep a look out and get involved ♀♀⚽⛹♂♀♂ https://t.co/EiWaqI9pJd
@its_me_MIssDWelcome to the grand opening of Overdale's Virtual Library! Head over to the Home Learning Area of the school website to peruse our bookcases and simply click on a book to share the story! @ojsinfo @OverdaleInfant Maybe you will spot some teachers borrowing books too! https://t.co/qs0qGMONYd
@its_me_MIssDThere is something very exciting making it's way to our school websites tomorrow! Keep your eyes peeled @ojsinfo @OverdaleInfant https://t.co/ehek0UYZ17
@its_me_MIssD
Numicon software Oral rehearsal Baseboards and tiles Live modelling #translated the right message so children could explore independently, and *check* their working using their ✋'s on approach! #NumiCAN https://t.co/AVWmr4gJDJ
@Mr_Chaperon_
Once there was a humble boy from Yorkshire called Tom... Friday afternoon story sorted "Little people, Big Dreams" @ojsBookClub @_Reading_Rocks_ @Mat_at_Brookes @OakMATrust https://t.co/oOg5JZqaUb
@Mr_Chaperon_@MissUmerji @AbbeyMead_TMET That's amazing!
@Mr_Chaperon_
We have made sure we are being creative as possible even when learning from home. In science we have been learning all about the amazing human body and what it needs to survive. @AbbeyMead_TMET #edutwitter #year6 https://t.co/oqPsTXJqey
@Mr_Chaperon_"Ahhhhhhhhhh!! Help @chesterzoo " we can't wait till 12!! @MrWithersAHT @OakMATrust @Alex_Bramley3 @DavisonMiss @Mr_Chaperon_ @chrisdysonHT https://t.co/yPVDUbgVsP
@Mr_Chaperon_We are so pleased with Overdale's Virtual Library! Go to our Home Learning page to have a look through the books! Just click on a book to share the story! https://t.co/TvcoZekABA @ojsinfo @ojsBookClub https://t.co/v125h2eHwJ
@MissObhiI'm going to be keeping my eyes peeled I wonder who took part in our top secret mission! https://t.co/RLcnphUbEU
@MissObhiInformation been emailed out tomorrow about The 2021 Move it March Challenge! Keep a look out and get involved ♀♀⚽⛹♂♀♂ https://t.co/EiWaqI9pJd
@MissObhiMASKED READERS To celebrate World Book Day this year staff from OJS and OIS have joined together to read you some stories with a difference! Will you be able to work out who our disguised readers are?More info to follow on Monday! Here's a sneak peek @ojsinfo @OverdaleInfant https://t.co/hHa37jW3KU
@MissObhiLove this https://t.co/9vYP8RIXvf
@MissObhi5S were raring to go after discussing the challenge in our online meeting this morning! They came up with lots of creative ways they could be active to start racking up the minutes. Game on! It is going to be a fun month! ♂♀♀⛹♀ https://t.co/f5m1Z0ECkB
@Miss_Smith_OJS@rshipbshop @_EmmaPerry @thecreativefox @DFB_storyhouse I nominate @MrsLisseman and @MissJNeal1 for all the fantastic work they are doing at OJS to develop reading for pleasure. They are doing such a fabulous job! @ojsBookClub
@Miss_Smith_OJSOne of the exciting World Book Day activities this year! I cannot wait to see them all! https://t.co/vOaaO6kgwU
@Miss_Smith_OJS
With just one week to go until #WorldBookDay, have you decided which of our £1 book you will choose? The WBD £1 tokens are now valid to use. Head to our website to find out more about how token redemption will work in 2021. https://t.co/MPHEVzTRE2 https://t.co/ilSyB5ym6W
@Miss_Smith_OJS
Feeling inspired after our meeting, for our virtual check in this morning 5S had time to recommend books that they had been reading during lockdown to the other members of the class. So many hands up and so many great books shared. @MrsLisseman @MissJNeal1 @OpenUni_RfP https://t.co/jJmXMyXIhH
@Miss_Smith_OJSCalling ALL Leicester City schools Move it March(KS1&2) and Travel to Tokyo(KS3&4) challenges have launched! Time to clock up those active minutes. Which school will be crowned champions #TeamLCSSPAN #KeepSafeKeepActive #MoveItMarch #TraveltoTokyo #ChallengeIsOn https://t.co/UZ2ZDU3DmM
@MrsRChalkGood morning OJS! We are going to be doing cricket sessions online with 'Chance to Shine' over the next two weeks check out your PE channel or ask your teacher to find the link to the first session. We hope you enjoy it! @Chance2Shine https://t.co/VnNIAVpWez
@MrsRChalkWow! This looks awesome - I can't wait to take a look https://t.co/c56BjDJ3lV
@MrsRChalkOur warmest and most sincere thanks goes to the Overdale community today for their kindness and support. Thank you. Stay safe. https://t.co/aBa1a5oBCX
@MrsRChalk
We are proud to be supporting a matter close to our heart - Children's Mental Health Week. This year the theme is Express Yourself! Look out for Active Anita's activities every day next week #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek #ExpressYourself #TeamLCSSPAN https://t.co/r1xmFn0GAL
@MrsRChalkThank you to those who have sent in some fabulous recipes for our first Overdale Cookbook so far, they look great! Don't forget children can also send in their food artwork for the front cover. https://t.co/MMSxT0rm9x
@MrsLissemanInformation been emailed out tomorrow about The 2021 Move it March Challenge! Keep a look out and get involved ♀♀⚽⛹♂♀♂ https://t.co/EiWaqI9pJd
@MrsLissemanWHO'S behind the mask? A sneak peek! #maskedreader #WorldBookDay https://t.co/I1nNpwzzV0
@MrsLissemanI'm going to be keeping my eyes peeled I wonder who took part in our top secret mission! https://t.co/RLcnphUbEU
@MrsBrownojsWelcome to the grand opening of Overdale's Virtual Library! Head over to the Home Learning Area of the school website to peruse our bookcases and simply click on a book to share the story! @ojsinfo @OverdaleInfant Maybe you will spot some teachers borrowing books too! https://t.co/qs0qGMONYd
@MrsBrownojsThere is something very exciting making it's way to our school websites tomorrow! Keep your eyes peeled @ojsinfo @OverdaleInfant https://t.co/ehek0UYZ17
@MrsBrownojsWhy not try PE in the snow today! Here is a link to some fun activities you could try out https://t.co/T0wjgGlKlC
@MrsBrownojs
This #TimeToTalkDay, spend 20 minutes having a conversation about mental health with your child. Here are some conversation starters you can use. https://t.co/Ei2Yp4XvMi
@MrsBrownojs@MrsLisseman @ImogenM16 @MissNCleveland @OpenUni_RfP @ArticuLaight @TeresaCremin @MissJNeal1 @Its_me_MissD This looks amazing, just ordered!
@KWeston06
Starting now over on zoom. If you are unable to attend live do not worry. A link to watch back will be sent out at a later stage. https://t.co/qwqyhDFbf2
@KWeston06
Tonight at 6.30pm we have our live parent wellbeing session. This is looking at how we can help children rise to the challenge and is led by @AoBrillWill. Zoom details were sent out in a previous email. #rippleofpositivity #Wellbeing https://t.co/zwIUDGyZyZ
@KWeston06
Let's kickoff the weekend with some reminders and tips to make you and your family feel EPIC! Source: @thepsychologmum https://t.co/otuE4mLMBR
@KWeston06@mailowl @chesterzoo It was a fab day, the excitement we picked up through Teams was lovely.
@KWeston06Most importantly, thank you to all the children who have been a part of 4T over the past three years, you have taught me just as much as I have taught you!
@MissWilkinson4WJust like that it's time to say goodbye to Overdale Junior School. Having been a student at the school myself, I couldn't think of a better place to start my career as a teacher. Thank you to all the staff and parents for being so supportive :) (1/2)
@MissWilkinson4W
Into the afternoon and @VikingHrothgar is introducing us to a Viking game with similarities to chess. Can Y4 work together to move orthagonally and beat Hrothgar? We have such perfect weather today for outdoor learning @ojs_y4 #vikingday https://t.co/wv43dsOBKk
@MissWilkinson4W
Our day began with our classrooms being raided and @VikingHrothgar taking us out to his camp. So far we've been learning about weapons. Children are so engaged, with many volunteering to be attacked with the various weapons! ♀ (all still alive so far) #immersive #vikingday https://t.co/KHiyS2QFNe
@MissWilkinson4W
Mondagr, Viking raid on Overdale Junior School, Leicester https://t.co/ZdafwjgtNb
@MissWilkinson4W
Balancing skills and vocabulary in #MFL Part of our new skills-based sequence of lessons 5-min skills grids! Concept: practise retrieving the skill not just the words! #Year5 #Year3 examples Would to swap/share MFL ideas on here! @ImpactWales https://t.co/a414eHqRII
@DavisonMissBalancing skills and vocabulary in #MFL Part of our new skills-based sequence of lessons 5-min skills grids! Concept: practise retrieving the skill not just the words! #Year5 #Year3 examples Would to swap/share MFL ideas on here! @ImpactWales https://t.co/a414eHqRII
@DavisonMiss
How to minimise misconceptions by creating highly effective explanations. We believe in doing what works. Email enquiries@impact.wales to find out how we can support you. https://t.co/JvjvzaJJ0e
@DavisonMiss@pdLouiseP @NourishSage @ChristallaJ @NKaravedas @nhanak80 @artteachjess @MrKerrMaths @crazyitalian7 @KyrstieStubbs @SES6521 @ECDFP2 @KLMorgan_2 @LaidleyLecturer @mrsLHK79 @ellie_sillitoe @mrpfoodie @emmaconnolly16 @Taylorbevv @Nazmameah1 @mattdechaine @ottleyoconnor @Headspiration @sphoenix78 @irishguard1998 @TerryCulkin1 @DarrellWakelam @EnterpriseSBox @Artology @ExHT_nowPhase3 @hazelmpinner I'll send my menu order in
@DavisonMiss@pdLouiseP @NourishSage @ChristallaJ @NKaravedas @nhanak80 @artteachjess @MrKerrMaths @crazyitalian7 @KyrstieStubbs @SES6521 @ECDFP2 @KLMorgan_2 @LaidleyLecturer @mrsLHK79 @ellie_sillitoe @mrpfoodie @emmaconnolly16 @Taylorbevv @Nazmameah1 @mattdechaine @ottleyoconnor @Headspiration @sphoenix78 @irishguard1998 @TerryCulkin1 @DarrellWakelam @EnterpriseSBox @Artology @ExHT_nowPhase3 @hazelmpinner On your next visit to school will you also bring me some dinner
@DavisonMissNumicon software Oral rehearsal Baseboards and tiles Live modelling #translated the right message so children could explore independently, and *check* their working using their ✋'s on approach! #NumiCAN https://t.co/AVWmr4gJDJ
@MrMJEllisNumicon software Oral rehearsal Baseboards and tiles Live modelling #translated the right message so children could explore independently, and *check* their working using their ✋'s on approach! #NumiCAN https://t.co/AVWmr4gJDJ
@MrMJEllisHow cool!! This and the virtual library in the same week World Book Day is going to be awesome this year @MissJNeal1 @MrsLisseman https://t.co/OXD3o3ThBG
@MrMJEllis@OUPPrimary @AJMagicMessage Is it possible to sign up to this and watch later? We have our CPD session at the same time and this is something I'd love to watch.
@MrMJEllis
Lockdown learning #7schooldaystogo Exploring sides of a rectangle "Can a rectangle with a perimeter of 18cm have a side of 9cm?Prove it." We knew the answer but struggled over the whys/hows #Numicon helped KW chn to be #systematic to find 2 pairs of numbers that total 18 https://t.co/QxRVUgXaFT
@MrMJEllis
@6Tranter and I had a little too much fun creating our #virtuallibrary for EYFS & KS1 and KS2 for World Book Day! We've linked the free audiobooks available on the WBD website - such a fantastic resource! Thanks @chrisdysonHT for the inspo! @MissJVC_ @DRETnews @PieCorbett https://t.co/t0rGCw0Xj5
@Mr_JCrossMASKED READERS To celebrate World Book Day this year staff from OJS and OIS have joined together to read you some stories with a difference! Will you be able to work out who our disguised readers are?More info to follow on Monday! Here's a sneak peek @ojsinfo @OverdaleInfant https://t.co/hHa37jW3KU
@Mr_JCross
This afternoon was POPPING! We really enjoyed mimicking Warhol's printing techniques and analysing the history of #popart last lesson really helped us to articulate what we liked & evaluate our work! Thankyou @BrillBriarHill for the idea...we hope you our #skills! https://t.co/kHz1WyyKJc
@Mr_JCross
Recapping fractions; using Numicon to show understanding of equivalence and simplifying! @OUPPrimary @maths_week https://t.co/PiMRYbnv4V
@Mr_JCross
Our first virtual assembly at @ojsinfo! We loved seeing Mr Evans on the big screen! https://t.co/vJCAif05TG
@Mr_JCross@MulhernC Excuse the mistypes my big finger and blurry eye's
@6Overdale@MulhernC Claire I was only thinking about that and you abd your remarkable journey. Thank you for pisting such a personal but important thing. All my best wishes Lynn.
@6OverdaleChildren who are attending school please wear extra layers, it is really cold today and we still have to keep the windows in class open.
@6OverdaleGood Morning Year 5, You should have received a letter from Mr Evans setting out the plans for COVID19 lockdown. Please only send your child to school today if you have to undertake your crucial keyworker roles. Remote learning will begin tomorrow. Stay safe all.
@6Overdale@Mrs_Allen2020 Thats really lovely, should we have one in class?
@6Overdale"If you haven't found a book you love, if you haven't yet found your favourite – KEEP READING! It could just be the one you open next..." Here's a video message I've made for #WorldBookDay. Please share with anyone you know who might enjoy it! https://t.co/Y0nX7OwfRD
@ojsBookClub@BrillBriarHill @ojsinfo @OverdaleInfant I love the flexibility of it and most of our bits and pieces were inspired by another lovely Twitter member too! I'm going to have to pop over and visit yours
@ojsBookClubMASKED READERS To celebrate World Book Day this year staff from OJS and OIS have joined together to read you some stories with a difference! Will you be able to work out who our disguised readers are?More info to follow on Monday! Here's a sneak peek @ojsinfo @OverdaleInfant https://t.co/hHa37jW3KU
@ojsBookClubWelcome to the grand opening of Overdale's Virtual Library! Head over to the Home Learning Area of the school website to peruse our bookcases and simply click on a book to share the story! @ojsinfo @OverdaleInfant Maybe you will spot some teachers borrowing books too! https://t.co/qs0qGMONYd
@ojsBookClubThere is something very exciting making it's way to our school websites tomorrow! Keep your eyes peeled @ojsinfo @OverdaleInfant https://t.co/ehek0UYZ17
@ojsBookClubInformation been emailed out tomorrow about The 2021 Move it March Challenge! Keep a look out and get involved ♀♀⚽⛹♂♀♂ https://t.co/EiWaqI9pJd
@ojsSportWelcome to the grand opening of Overdale's Virtual Library! Head over to the Home Learning Area of the school website to peruse our bookcases and simply click on a book to share the story! @ojsinfo @OverdaleInfant Maybe you will spot some teachers borrowing books too! https://t.co/qs0qGMONYd
@ojsSportCalling ALL Leicester City schools Move it March(KS1&2) and Travel to Tokyo(KS3&4) challenges have launched! Time to clock up those active minutes. Which school will be crowned champions #TeamLCSSPAN #KeepSafeKeepActive #MoveItMarch #TraveltoTokyo #ChallengeIsOn https://t.co/UZ2ZDU3DmM
@ojsSportGood morning OJS! We are going to be doing cricket sessions online with 'Chance to Shine' over the next two weeks check out your PE channel or ask your teacher to find the link to the first session. We hope you enjoy it! @Chance2Shine https://t.co/VnNIAVpWez
@ojsSportThere is something very exciting making it's way to our school websites tomorrow! Keep your eyes peeled @ojsinfo @OverdaleInfant https://t.co/ehek0UYZ17
@ojsSportWe are really proud of how hard Year 6 have worked this year, they have put in some serious graft in their revision! They have spent a lot of time preparing them for SATS and the Teachers are really proud of them! Good luck year 6!
@OverdaleTeam
We have been "enlightened" by this amazing homework, which tells us lots about electricity and circuit boards. Well done Sonny! https://t.co/H8ZWRMieId
@OverdaleTeam
Congratulations to Y6 OJS Pupil Sam Hall through to the finals of Leics schools Junior Chef of the Year competition with a menu of tomato & basil bread and meat balls in tomato sauce and pasta. Young Master chef ! https://t.co/aHrAT6bUnl
@OverdaleTeam
On this day in 1915 Albert Einstein published his theory of general relativity. https://t.co/gCHt83vDH1
@OverdaleTeam
Today is Mary Tudors' 523th birthday. She was a English princess who was briefly the queen of France and later progenitor of a family that claimed the English throne. Happy Birthday Mary!! https://t.co/MAkp2buEEw
@OverdaleTeam
School closure notice
Read MoreMonday 4th January 2020
Following the Prime Minister's announcement, Overdale Junior School will ONLY be opening to the children of critical keyworkers and vulnerable children from Tuesday 5th January until at least February half term.
If your child falls into this category, please only send your child to school if you have no other choice in order to in order to undertake your crucial keyworker roles.
If we determine at any point that a parent is not a Keyworker then their child will not be able to attend the setting.
Remote learning is available for all children - see home learning section and check emails for further information on this.
We want to support our community during this difficult time. We will continue to be accessible for any concerns regarding safeguarding or the wellbeing of children within our care.
Phone 999 if a crime is being committed or if a child is in immediate danger.
Contact Leicestershire police on 101 if you think a crime has been committed but there is no immediate danger.
To report a concern, call the following:
City - 0116 4541004
County - 0116 305 0005You may be eligible for Free School Meals. Call: Free School Meals Service on 0116 454 1009 (option 3), or apply online at www.leicester.gov.uk/freeschoolmeals , or complete and post the attached form. Click here for more info.
We want to support our families. See this information if you are struggling financially. See here.
You can contact Mr Evans, Mrs Collins, Miss Dighton and Mrs Lisseman by email: slt@overdale-jun.leicester.sch.uk
