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30th January 2026
Message from Mrs Bana
"It is not our differences that divide us, but our inability to recognise, accept, and celebrate those differences.” — Audre Lorde
Today, our pupils were privileged to welcome a special guest, Mpula Lawton, founder of ARISE: Anti-Racism in Schools and Education. During the assemblies, pupils engaged in meaningful discussions about racism and related behaviours such as bullying.
Miss Lawton passionately emphasised the importance of celebrating our differences, learning from one another, and showing respect to everyone, reminding us all that our diversity is a strength to be embraced.
Thank you all for your patience during our Library building works. I wish you a wonderful weekend :)
🔔Important Safety Notice for Parents and Carers 🔔
From Monday, there will be no access to the school site during break and lunchtimes. This measure is in place to keep all children safe and well supervised while they are on the playground and moving around the school.
We kindly ask parents and carers not to enter the school grounds during these times.
If your child has a pre-arranged appointment and you need to collect them during break or lunchtime, please press the buzzer at the main gate and wait. A member of the office staff will collect your child and bring them out to you.
To help us manage this process safely and efficiently, we request that parents complete this Form at least 48 hours prior to the appointment, so that office staff are aware in advance. Whenever possible, please try to make medical appointment for your child/ren outside of school hours.
Thank you for your continued support and cooperation in helping us keep all children safe.
🏆Weekly Class Attendance🏆
Overall Winner - FT Nursery 98% - well done!
EYFS
1st place - FT Nursery - 98%
2nd place - Rose - 97.04%
Year 1 and 2
1st place - 2 Severn - 97.24%
2nd place - 1 Badger - 97.14%
Year 3 and 4
1st place - 4 Ali - 97.33%
2nd place - 4 Farah - 95.83%
Year 5 and 6
1st place - 6 Turner - 97.24%
2nd place - 5 Bonnin - 96.33%
🌳OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning)🌳
Outdoor play is an important part of our school day, and as we continue our OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) journey, we aim to give children the opportunity to enjoy being outside whenever possible 🌤️🍃
During wet weather, we kindly ask that children come to school with a suitable waterproof coat ☔ and, where possible, a pair of Wellington boots 👢. Wellington boots can be brought into school in a named plastic bag and kept on the children’s pegs. This will help ensure that all children can continue to access outdoor play, even when the weather is wet 🌧️
Of course, in cases of torrential rain or unsafe weather, children will remain indoors 🏫. However, as you know, many children love the chance to play outside in the rain and splash in the occasional puddle 💦😁
Thank you for your continued support in helping us provide positive, fun, and enriching outdoor experiences for all children 🌈🌱
🏃♂️🏃♀️ Year 3 & Year 4 Sports hall Athletics Event 🏅
On Wednesday 28th January, a mixed group of our Year 3 and Year 4 children proudly represented the school at a Sports hall Athletics event held at Sydney Russell School.
The children took part in a wide range of exciting track and field activities, including javelin, relay races, hurdles, standing long jump and speed jump. Throughout the event, they showed fantastic determination, teamwork and sportsmanship, supporting one another and giving every challenge their best effort.
It was wonderful to see both boys and girls participating enthusiastically and embracing the opportunity to compete, improve their skills and enjoy being active alongside pupils from other schools. The event provided a great chance for our children to build confidence, try new events and experience competitive sport in a positive environment.
Well done to everyone who took part – you were a credit to the school!🌈🏆
Links to Article 29: The right to take part in activities and events that develop talents and abilities🌟🎨⚽
📅 Dates for the Diary
Keep up with key events and activities this term
Mon 2nd Feb
🔬Year 5 Science Museum Visit - Attenborough
Tue 3rd Feb
🧸Reception Phonics and Play 9am
🧸Nursery Play and Stay
AM-10:20-11:20am
PM & FT 2:10-3:10pm
🔬Year 5 Science Museum Visit - Craig
Wed 4th Feb
⚕️First Aid training for KS2 Rights Ambassadors
🧸Reception Phonics and Play 9am
Thurs 5th Feb
☕SEND Parents/Carers coffee morning 9am -9.45 am
🕍 Year 3 Synagogue Visit (Farook & Morpurgo)
🧸Reception Phonics and Play 9am
Fri 6th Feb
🧸Reception Phonics and Play 9am
Mon 9th Feb
Children's Mental Health Week starts today
🔬Year 5 Science Museum Visit - Bonnin
Tue10th Feb
🌐Safer Internet Day
🔬Year 5 Science Museum Visit - Packham
Thurs 12th Feb
🕍Year 3 Synagogue Visit (Zephaniah & Donaldson)
🧑🏫Head Teacher Forum 9am
🧑⚕️School Nurse Drop in session 9am
Friday 13th Feb
🧑🚒Y2 Fire Safety Workshops
🛑Half Term
Mon 16th Feb - Fri 20th Feb
Thursday 26th February
Y2 Chinese New Year assemblies Clyde class 9.10 am/ Avon class 2.40 pm
Friday 27th February
Y2 Chinese New Year assemblies, Severn class 9.10 am/ Thames class 2.45 pm
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