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17th October 2025
Quote of the week from Mrs Bana
Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." — Confucius
Last week I celebrated a reception pupil receiving the Head Teacher's award for his resilience. He said to me, "When I fall, I just get back up and carrying on playing. I don't cry!" This is an excellent example of how our young people more than ever need you to support them when they make mistakes.
Newsletter Coming Soon!
We’re excited to share that our half-termly newsletter will be sent out next week! It will give you a detailed look at all the amazing activities, learning, and achievements your child has been part of over the past half term.
The newsletter will include:
✨Highlights of the exciting activities and events that have taken place across the school — from classroom projects and enrichment opportunities to trips, theme days, and special celebrations.
📚A curriculum update for each year group, outlining what the children have been learning, the progress they’ve made, and what they can look forward to in the next half term.
📅Information on any key dates, upcoming initiatives, and how you can support your child’s learning at home.
We are incredibly proud of the children’s enthusiasm and achievements this term, and we look forward to sharing their successes with you. Keep an eye on your inbox – you won’t want to miss it! 👀
📢 Important School Closure Notice
Monday, 3rd November
🚫School will be closed to all children on Monday, 3rd November due to Staff Training Day🧑🏫.
We look forward to welcoming all children back on Tuesday, 4th November ready for the start of another fantastic half term! 📚💡
👨👩👧👦 Parents’ Evening 22nd & 23rd October – Join Us!
We’re looking forward to welcoming you and celebrating the fantastic progress your child has made this term. As well as your scheduled appointments with teachers, there’s plenty more happening around the school for you to enjoy:
📚Book Fair – Explore a wide range of exciting titles and pick up some great reads to enjoy at home. Every purchase helps support our school!
☕Café for Parents – Take a break and enjoy a hot drink and sweet treat while you wait. Please bring change if you’d like to buy something.
🍽️Free Food Samples – Don’t miss the chance to try some tasty samples from Nourish, our school meals provider, and learn more about what’s on offer at lunchtime.
🏊Discover Swimming Lessons - Speak to Becontree Leisure Centre representatives about swimming lessons and private tuition options. They will be available to answer any questions you may have.
📅 Wednesday 22 October | 🕞 3:30 – 7:00pm
📅 Thursday 23 October | 🕞 3:30 – 7:00pm
Come along, enjoy all the extras, and join us in recognising your child’s hard work and achievements this term. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎉
Roding Primary School Councillor's Visit
This week we had a visit from the Roding School Council to taste the lunch provided by Nourish🥗. They all really enjoyed the food😋and gave very positive feedback about the service. One of the children even said that the food was better than the restaurant they usually visit!
They also met with our own School Council👥and had the opportunity to learn more about our school lunch experience🏫🥄.
A big thank you to Nourish for serving such wonderful, tasty, and nutritious meals for our children!🍲😊
📚 Year 6 - KS2 SATs Parent/Carer Workshop
📅 Thursday 6th November – 9:00am
We would like to invite all parents and carers to attend our KS2 SATs workshop on Thursday 6th November at 9:00am.
During this informative session, we will:
✅ Explain what the SATs are and how they are assessed
📊 Outline the scoring system and share key dates
📝 Show examples of the types of questions children will be answering
🏡 Offer tips on how to support your child’s learning at home
💬 Discuss how to help your child manage their wellbeing during the SATs period
This is a great opportunity to find out more, feel prepared, and ask any questions you may have.
👋 We look forward to seeing you!
🚨Action Required: Collection Information Update🚸
We are updating our records to ensure we have accurate information about who is authorised to collect your child from school. To help us keep all children safe and secure, please take a moment to fill out the form in the link👉 Child's Collection Form
🛡️This information ensures that only trusted, approved individuals are allowed to collect your child.
📅 Please complete the form as soon as possible.
Thank you for your support in keeping our school community safe! 💛
Individual and Sibling Photographs 👨👩👧👦
🗓️ When?
Tuesday 21st & Wednesday 22nd October 2025
📍 Where?
At school — during the school day
🎒 Important Reminder for P.E. Days
If your child has a P.E. lesson on either day,
👉 Please send them in their full school uniform
👟 Pack their P.E. kit so they can change later
📷 Let’s capture some great memories!
Travelling Book Fair
📚Our Annual Book Fair is coming next week! Come visit us at the following times:
📅 Tuesday 21st October
📍 KS2 Hall — 🕞 3:30 - 4:00 PM
📅 Wednesday 22nd October
📍 KS1 Hall — 🕞 3:30 - 6:30 PM (during Parents Evening)
📅 Thursday 23rd October
📍 KS1 Hall — 🕞 3:30 - 6:30 PM (during Parents Evening)
✨As well as picking up an exciting book to enjoy at home with your child, you'll also be supporting the school!
💰The more we sell, the more commission we earn to buy books for our class reading corners.
✅We accept cash, card, and online payments.
Come and explore the world of books with us! 🌍📘👨👩👧👦
Year 5 - Craig and Packham
Swimming Lessons Next Half Term
Next half term, your child will be taking part in swimming lessons as part of their PE curriculum.
🗓️ First lesson: Friday, 7th November 2025
📍 Location: Becontree Leisure Centre
⏰ Time: 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
Please make sure your child brings:
a swimming costume / swimming trunks
a swimming hat
a towel
a plastic bag for wet clothes/towel
🌧️ As the weather is getting colder and wetter, please ensure your child wears a warm coat 🧥 (a fleece alone ❌ will not be enough to keep them warm/dry when walking home after swimming).
❓If you have any questions, feel free to speak to your child’s class teacher👨🏫.
🏡 Need a Space for Your Next Event?
🏡 Need a Space for Your Next Event?
Our School Hall is Available to Hire!
Planning a birthday party🥳, hosting a community group🤝, running a class🧘♀️or workshop 🎨? Our spacious, well-equipped school hall is now available for hire — and not just on evenings and weekends!
🗓️ Now also available during school holidays!
Take advantage of the extra flexibility for your events, activities, or group sessions.
✅ Why hire our hall?
Clean, bright, and spacious 🧼✨
Tables, chairs, and basic facilities included🪑🧰
Affordable rates💷
Great location with parking🚗
Fully accessible♿
Ideal for one-off bookings or regular use 🔁✅
📅 When is it available?
Weekday evenings - 3:30pm onwards
Weekends
School holidays (daytime & evening)
📞Get in Touch Today!
For availability, pricing, or to arrange a viewing, please contact our
School Business Manager: Mrs Jagdev
📧 mjagdev@graftonprimary.co.uk
📱 0203 727 5171
Don't miss out — our hall is a popular local choice and books up quickly!
🍽️ Celebrating Black History Month with a Special Menu!
As part of our ongoing celebrations for Black History Month, our wonderful school catering company, Nourish, will be offering a special themed menu on Thursday 23rd October! 🎉🍛
📅 Dates for the Diary
Keep up with key events and activities this term
Tue 21 Oct
📷Individual/Sibling Photographs
🪔 Year 4 Diwali Assemblies to Parents
Worthington: 9:10am
Farah: 2:45pm
Wed 22 Oct
📷Individual/Sibling Photographs
👨👩👧👦 Parent’s Evening 3:30 – 7:00pm
Thur 23 Oct
👨👩👧👦 Parent’s Evening 3:30 – 7:00pm
🍲 Special Lunch Menu – Celebrating Black History Month
Fri 24 Oct
🏊♂️Swimming: Year 5 Bonnin & Attenborough 10:30 – 11:15am
🛑 Half Term
🏫School Closed: 27th – 31st October 2025
🛑Mon 03 Nov
🧑🏫Staff Training Day - School closed to children
Thur 06 Nov
📚Year 6 SATS prep workshop for parents/carers
Fri 07 Nov
🏊♂️Swimming: Year 5 Craig & Packman 10:30 – 11:15am
Mon 10 Nov - Fri 14 Nov
👥Anti-Bullying Week
Mon 10 Nov - Thurs 13 Nov
🧩Reception 'Phonics & Play' parent sessions 9:00-10:00am
Mon 10 Nov
🧑🏫Headteacher's Forum 4:00-5:00pm
🧦Odd Socks Day - Wear Odd Socks with School uniform
Thur 13 Nov
🧑🏫Headteacher's Forum 9:00-10:00am
Fri 14 Nov
🏊♂️Swimming: Year 5 Craig & Packman 10:30 – 11:15am
Mon 17 Nov
🍜Special Lunch Menu -Harry Potter Themed
Fri 21 Nov
🏊♂️ Swimming: Year 5 Craig & Packman 10:30 – 11:15am
Thur 27 Nov
🚑London Air Ambulance Talk (Rights Ambassadors)
Fri 28 Nov
🏊♂️Swimming: Year 5 Craig & Packman 10:30 – 11:15am
Tue 02 Dec
✨ EYFS/KS1 Pantomime in school (KS2 hall)
Wed 03 Dec
🎄Christmas Fayre 3:30-5:30pm
Fri 05 Dec
🏊♂️Swimming: Year 5 Craig & Packman 10:30 – 11:15am
Wed 10 Dec
👨👩👧👦 Nursery 'Stay & Play' Parent Session
Nursery AM 10:30-11:15am
Nursery PT/PM 2:30-3:15pm
Thurs 11 Dec
🍽️Christmas Dinner/Christmas Jumper Day
Fri 12 Dec
🏊♂️Swimming: Year 5 Craig & Packman 10:30 – 11:15am
Mon 15th & Tue 16th Dec
🧑🎤Nursery & Reception Christmas Sing-a-Long
Thurs 18 Dec
🧑🎄Non-uniform (party clothes) Class parties
Fri 19 Dec
❄️End of Term 12:30pm
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