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CCF Wins The Barnet Schools Young Gardeners Award!
This annual competition, hosted this year by Sunnyfields Primary School, brings together schools across Barnet to celebrate creativity, teamwork, and a love of gardening. Sponsored by the Hendon Horticultural Society and Finchley Nurseries, the event recognises outstanding school gardens and enthusiastic young gardeners — with prizes presented by the Deputy Mayor of Barnet.
A huge congratulations to our pupils and staff for their hard work, green thumbs, and dedication to making our school grounds bloom!
Colorful Black History Month PosterFlyer.pdfOctober marks Black History Month in the UK, a time for us to celebrate the rich history and immense contributions of Black people. This year’s theme, "Standing Firm in Power and Pride," is a powerful tribute to the resilience and strength of the Black community, both past and present. It is an opportunity for our entire school community to reflect, learn, and recognise the profound influence that Black individuals have had on British society and beyond.
Throughout the month, our classrooms and assemblies will be focusing on this theme. Students will explore stories of significant Black figures in British history and learn about their achievements, creativity, and leadership. We will showcase Black excellence across all areas of society, from the arts and politics to science and sport.
We believe Black history is British history, and it should be recognised and celebrated all year round. This month, however, provides a special focus to deepen our understanding and promote a truly inclusive culture. We encourage families to join our celebrations and engage in conversations at home to further honour the incredible legacy of the Black community. We look forward to sharing our pupils' wonderful creations and learning with you.
As part of Black History Month, we are absolutely thrilled to announce an exciting literary event taking place at our school on Thursday 16th October. We will be welcoming the talented contemporary British novelist, poet, and literary critic, Ashley Hickson-Lovence, for a day of inspiring sessions with our students.
Ashley Hickson-Lovence is known for his compelling and diverse body of work, including his highly-regarded adult novels: The 392 and Your Show. Perhaps most relevant to our students is his young-adult novel-in-verse, Wild East, which draws deeply on his experiences as an English teacher and his passion for British hip hop. His unique perspective and dynamic approach to writing make him a truly inspiring guest.
Event Schedule
Ashley will spend the day engaging with our student body across several events:
School Assembly: He will deliver a motivational talk to Year 9 students, sharing his journey as a writer and critic.
Creative Writing Workshops: Following the assembly, he will host two dedicated creative writing workshops in our library. These smaller, focused sessions will give students the chance to learn techniques directly from a published author and explore their own voices, with particular reference to his modern, innovative style.
This is a fantastic opportunity for our students to connect with a successful working writer and to be encouraged in their own literacy and creativity. We look forward to a memorable and inspiring day!
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