It is rare for me to mention the same group of children two weeks in a row, but you will remember from last week’s newsletter that the Tareeqi students invited me and Ms. Amanda to tea and cake this week. We were so impressed - it was delicious and the occasion was so well managed, with each student adopting a role, such as master chef, barista, front of house etc. Thank you to Ms. Juliet and the team and I look forward to the next invitation!

Finally, to ensure a smooth start to each school day, may I make a quick request to all parents: it would be hugely appreciated, and would save the administration teams here a lot of time, if you would let the school (Primary or Secondary) know if your child is absent. Please do this first thing in the morning, before the start of school, and we will then not worry in terms of the safeguarding or health and safety of your child. Of course, this is part of the school-home contract, and as a courtesy it really is very helpful indeed. Thank you very much.