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7th November 2025
Quote of the week from Mrs Bana
A big warm welcome to Autumn Term 2.
I'm borrowing this quote from one of our pupils who said this during our Ofsted inspection in April this year,
" We are all different but we can all still be friends! "
Now more than ever, it is vital that our children hear and receive the same messages at home. We have put a lot of emphasis in our curriculum and day to day in how our pupils can build and sustain relationships with everyone but also manage their feelings when they face confrontation or differences in opinion. I hope you can support us with this.
🌈Wrap-Around Care & After-School Clubs
🌈Wrap-Around Care & After-School Clubs
Coming Spring Term 2026
Coming Spring Term 2026
We’re excited to announce that starting in the Spring Term 2026, we plan to offer wrap-around care (before and after school) along with a variety of new after-school clubs for our children.
Our Breakfast Club is already up and running, and parents can sign up easily via Arbor.
We are now exploring options for after-school care to further support our working families. The programme will provide a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for children outside of regular school hours.
We would greatly appreciate it if you could take a few minutes to complete the short form linked below. Your feedback will help us shape the range of activities, schedules, and support services to best meet the needs of both your child and your family.
The deadline to complete the form is Friday 14th November 12noon.
School Grid - Technical Issue
Due to a technical issue, the School Grid system had to be reloaded. Unfortunately, this reset has caused the loss of all new booking data.
If you made any bookings for next week, please note that these have been removed and will need to be re-entered.
We apologise for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding while we work to ensure the system runs smoothly.
Autumn Term Curriculum Maps
To help you to support your child's learning at home, this term's Curriculum Maps are now available on the school website. We encourage you to take a look, as they offer valuable insights into what your child is learning and how you can reinforce this at home. You can also access the maps by clicking on the link below:
Nursery, Reception, Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5, Year 6
🌟 Farewell to Ms. King 🌟
Today, we say a heartfelt goodbye to Ms. King, who has been an important part of our school community for the past 12 years. During this time, she has made a lasting difference in the lives of so many children, families, and colleagues. As she moves on to new adventures, we hope she carries with her fond memories of the years spent at Grafton.
Thank you for 12 wonderful years of service, care, and inspiration. You leave behind a legacy that will continue to shine in the hearts of everyone who had the privilege of working and learning with you.
We wish you every success and happiness in the next chapter of your journey. You will always be part of our school family.
🎄 Christmas Sing-Along Performances 🎶
🎄 Christmas Sing-Along Performances 🎶
We are very excited to invite you to our Nursery & Reception Christmas Sing-Along events! The children have been practising their festive songs and are looking forward to performing for you. Please see the dates and times for each group below:
Monday 15th December
Monday 15th December
🕥10:30 – 10:50 a.m.
Classes: Thistle & Daffodil
Groups: AM Nursery and Full-Time Nursery children
Tuesday 16th December
🕥2.30 -2.50 pm
Classes: Shamrock & Rose
Groups: Afternoon and Full Time Nursery
👉 Please note: Children will not go home after the show — they will return to class and continue with their usual Nursery session.
✨ Happy School Bag Fundraising Project✨
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We are delighted to announce that the school is holding a clothing collection with Happy School Bag Fundraising Project.
This scheme is designed to help schools raise needed funds, as well as helping the environment by keeping textiles away from landfills. By taking part in this scheme you will also help to reduce the amount of reusable textiles from going to landfill and give the clothing a new lease of life.
👕 How You Can Help:
👕 How You Can Help:
Simply fill any plastic bag with unwanted but clean and reusable items such as clothing, paired shoes, and fashion accessories.
📅 Collection Day:
📅 Collection Day:
Thursday, November 13th 2025
📍 Drop-Off Point:
📍 Drop-Off Point:
KS1 Playground
💡 Remember:
The more you fill your bag, the more funds we raise for our school!
Let’s work together to make this an amazing collection!
🎉 Class Fundraising Event! 🎉
We’re raising money for our school — and every order helps! Funds go toward classroom resources, activities, and special events for our students.
📅 Order Deadline:
Please place your orders by 12 PM (noon) on Sunday, 17th November.
Late orders can’t be accepted, so don’t miss out!
🙌 Your support matters!
Every purchase makes a difference and helps us reach our goal. Thank you for supporting our school!
🏡 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!
📅 Dates for the Diary
Keep up with key events and activities this term
Mon 10 Nov
🧦Odd Socks Day - Wear Odd Socks with School uniform
🧑🏫Headteacher's Forum 4:00-5:00pm
Mon 10 Nov - Thurs 13 Nov
🧩Reception 'Phonics & Play' parent sessions 9:00-10:00am
Mon 10 Nov - Fri 14 Nov
👥Anti-Bullying Week
Thurs 13 Nov
🧑🏫Headteacher's Forum 9:00-10:00am
Thurs 13 Nov
✨ Happy School Bag Clothing Collection (before school KS1 playground)
Fri 14 Nov
🏊♂️Swimming: Year 5 Craig & Packman 10:30 – 11:15am
Mon 17 Nov
🍜Special Lunch Menu -Harry Potter Themed
💰 Class Fundraising/Christmas/Winter Card orders close online
Thurs 20 Nov
📝 Y3/4 Multiplication Times Tables Check workshop for parents/carers 9am-10 am KS1 hall
Fri 21 Nov
🏊♂️ Swimming: Year 5 Craig & Packman 10:30 – 11:15am
Tues 25 & Wed 26
📚 Year 3 classes visit Valence Library
Thurs 27 Nov
☕Family Navigators parent/carer coffee morning 9.00-10 am KS1 hall
🚑London Air Ambulance Talk (Rights Ambassadors)
Friday 28th Nov
💷 Non-Uniform Day 50 p donation (Diabetes UK)
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
Mon 8th & Tues Dec
🏛️ Year 6 visit to Valence House Museum
Tues 9 Dec
🎶 Y5 Christmas Orchestra Concert
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
🏫 Group of Rights Ambassadors visiting Barking Town Hall (morning)
Fri 12 Dec
🏊♂️Swimming: Year 5 Craig & Packman 10:30 – 11:15am
Y6 Christmas Orchestra Concert
Mon 15th & Tue 16th Dec
🧑🎤Nursery & Reception Christmas Sing-a-Long
Mon 15 Dec
🎭 Y3/4 Pantomime -Scroogical in school (KS2 hall)
Thurs 18 Dec
🧑🎄Non-uniform (party clothes) Class parties
Fri 19 Dec
❄️End of Term 12:30pm
🛑Mon 05 Jan
🧑🏫Staff Training Day - School closed to children
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