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Term 6 2526 Herbert Morrison Newsletter Issue 70 Thursday 4th June 2026
Dear Parents and Carers,
As we move through the final term, our Value of the Week is Hope. This builds on our recent focus on being optimistic and encourages children to “always look on the bright side.” We will be talking to the children about staying positive, looking forward, and believing that good things can happen, even when things feel challenging.
A polite reminder: if you have any concerns, please do not approach other parents or children. Instead, please speak directly to your child’s class teacher. Encourage your child to tell an adult of any concern straight away so we can support them immediately. We are here to help and want to work with you to resolve any worries in the right way.
Your child’s class teacher should always be your first port of call. If you need a quick chat, the end of the school day is usually the best time. If you need a longer conversation, please make an appointment so that the teacher can give you the time and attention needed.
We are also very keen to hear the children’s voices. You have been invited to complete an online survey with your child, but so far only 30 children have had the opportunity to share their views. I am extending the deadline until Friday at 3:30pm. Please do sit with your child and go through THIS survey together. Thank you in advance for supporting this.
We have been reviewing online safety in an eventful Internet Safety Week at school. Ask your child to tell you about the SMART with a HEART poster which is a useful way to remember how to keep yourself safe on line both in and out of school.
Do check out our Instagram HMPrimarySchool if you would like to see what Year 5, Year 6 and some of our staff are up to this weekend — School Journey Residential, here we come! It is always such a highlight of the year. Please send good weather our way!
Finally, we are now in the final term and it is time for one last big push! There is so much to look forward to, including Sports Day, School Journey, a theatre show coming to town, Year 6 Graduation, and the much-anticipated HM Has Talent Show.
Thank you, as always, for your continued support.
Kind regards,
Mrs Peake
Headteacher
The Peake Post - A message from the Headteacher
The Peake Post - A message from the Headteacher
As the weather warms up the jumpers come off - please make sure EVERY items has a name in it. Thank you in advance.
Recapping the Remarkable
Recapping the Remarkable
🌿 GOOD TO BE GREEN 🌿
What a fantastic Term 5 we had! From exciting activities to brilliant learning moments, it’s been amazing to see everyone getting involved, trying new things, and challenging themselves every single day.
Remember — staying green means:
✅ Challenging yourself
✅ Showing positive behaviour
✅ Trying your best
✅ Being ready to learn every day
Year 3
History
To support Year 3’s writing of an explanation text about the mummification process in Ancient Egypt, they had great fun mummifying a tomato! They could clearly describe the steps involved and used technical vocabulary in their explanations. We can’t wait to see what happens when we remove the salt from the tomatoes. @hmprimaryschool
Year Nursery
English
Open day in Nursery today, targeted using play to build language and sentence structure. We also targeted fine motor skills with finger gym tasks to strengthen fingers, which will support writing! Thank you parents for making our learning such fun!
Year 5 and 6
PE
Congratulations to the HM Year 5 and 6 Football Team! ⚽🏆
A huge well done to our HM football team, who played brilliantly at Pimlico School on Wednesday and were gracious winners.
The team received so many compliments — not only for their fantastic sporting skills, but also for their excellent sporting attitude.
Coach Max said he was incredibly proud to be there with you all!
Year Reception
English
Reception Library Visit 📚✨
Our Reception class had a wonderful trip to the library!
The children were a credit to the school, with one parent commenting: “The children were absolutely beautifully behaved throughout — it was very impressive indeed.”
A huge thank you to our parent helpers for supporting the visit and helping make it such a lovely experience for the children.
Well done, Reception! 👏📚
Whole School
Mental Health
We wore green today for Mental Health Awareness! 💚
What fun we’ve had making sure our brains are happy. We enjoyed a special playtime, an awards celebration, and even music from a professional pianist — what joy!
And guess what… Green Team won! 🌿🏆
Whole School
Music Inspiration
We were incredibly lucky to welcome Marcelo Bratke today, who shared his amazing musical skills and inspiring life story with us. 🎹✨
Our pupils were captivated by his music and moved by his journey. What a wonderful reminder of the power of creativity, determination and following your passion.
Thank you, Marcelo — we were truly inspired! 🌟
Whole School
English Open Morning
Thank you to all our parents and carers who joined us for our English open morning. It was wonderful to see you working alongside your child in class, sharing ideas, asking questions and exploring language together.
Every conversation, every encouraging word and every moment spent reading, writing and talking together helps children grow in confidence. Words can inspire, support, challenge and celebrate — and today was a lovely reminder of the power they have.
AND THE WINNERS ARE ......
AND THE WINNERS ARE ......
Embracing Excellence: Celebrating
Embracing Excellence: Celebrating
Good Behaviour for Learning
Good Behaviour for Learning
These children have been recognised for their incredible effort and excellence! They will receive a golden certificate, a big round of applause during the celebration assembly, and a coveted spot in the prestigious Gold Book. Well done to all our shining stars!
We are so proud of you!
YN - Efehe and Muhammad
YR - Seraphina and Carter
Y1 - Charlotte and Valentina
Y2 - Khaleah and Stella
Y3 - Aiyana-Raye and Ayyob
Y4 - Tariq and Kareem
Y5 - Rital and Badiah
Y6 - Ayesha and Rema
End of term 5 awards season is here! 🏆✨
So many awards celebrating kindness — kindness to others and kindness to ourselves. Learning is one of the best ways we can be kind to ourselves, too.
Huge congratulations to everyone who won an award. We’re so proud of you! 🌟
MATHS
MATHS
Your latest MATHS TOP TIP for PROBLEM SOLVING
You asked for regular ideas to help with Maths at home - and our newsletter is riddled with them!
ENJOY the JOY of MATHS
There are some fun magic tricks you can play with the 9 times table!
Attendance Matters so give it 100%
Attendance Matters so give it 100%
STUDY BUGS
STUDY BUGS
BIG NEWS - we are Studying Bugs with the attendance app - STUDY BUGS. Download the app to report absence and check your child's attendance.
BIG NEWS - we are Studying Bugs with the attendance app - STUDY BUGS. Download the app to report absence and check your child's attendance.
This widget has been added to the homepage of the website - please click and use to report a child's absence. Thank you.
Attendance so far this term is 92.9% - this is below our target of 95%
A Reminder About Appointments and Holidays
We kindly ask that, wherever possible, parents arrange medical or personal appointments for their children outside of school hours. There are only 190 school days in the year, but a generous 175 non-school days available for holidays, family time, and events. By keeping appointments to these non-school days, we can work together to make sure every child enjoys the very best attendance and learning opportunities. Thank you for your support!
📢 Illness Reminder 📢
If your child is unwell at school, we will call you to collect them. Please ensure we have your up-to-date contact details.
Please remember to inform the school of your child's absence each day; even if the school knows they are home due to vomiting - this is to update school if new symptoms develop. The best way to do this is via Studybugs.
Currently, 69% of parents are using Studybugs—if you’re among the 31% who haven’t signed up yet, please do so as soon as possible!
Please download the STUDY BUGS app and support us in raising our attendance %.
Overall we are at 95.2% for this academic year. With your help we aim to maintain this to the end of the year. Please download the STUDY BUGS app and support us in raising our attendance %.
Please help your child achieve by ensuring they are in school when they are well enough to be here.
Medical Appointment Documentation
Please ensure all appointments are made outside of school hours.
To help us accurately record absences, please email a copy of any medical appointment texts or appointment cards to the school office for confirmation when your child(ren) is absent for health-related reasons. This ensures their attendance records are kept up-to-date.
When making appointments please ask your doctors for a medical slip or appointment text to give to school.
Thank you for your cooperation and support.
Miss Nathalie can be contacted on 0207 720 3439 or via email on admin@herbertmorrison.lambeth.sch.uk
Miss Nathalie works with us 3 mornings a week.
Dates for your diary
Dates for your diary
Please note that all letters are available on the school website under NEWS - LATEST LETTER
TERM SIX DATES
Fri 5th June- pupil voice survey deadline - follow this link
Fri 5th June - 3.30pm on the playground PTA Eid Festival - see PTA poster
Fri 5th - Mon 8th June - Yr5+6 School Journey Residential Weekend at PGL
Tues 9th June - 9.30am New Octopus Class Meeting - letter sent
Wed 10th June - Drama Workshops for EYFS and KS1
Thurs 11th June - Year 5 Oval Sports Day letter to be sent - just waiting for final confirmation from The Oval Cricket Ground
Fri 12th June - Sports Day and whole school picnic - letter sent
Fri 19th June - Year 3 trip to the British Museum - letter sent
Wed 24th June - Science Forces Workshops in school
Wed 1st and Thurs 2nd July - No Greenhouse Sports
Thurs 2nd July - Dr Doolittle Theatre Show ( Thank you PTA)
Fri 3rd July - PTA Summer Fair - see PTA poster
Thurs 9th July - 10am Yr6 Graduation followed by a Yr6 family picnic - letter to be sent
Fri 10th July - Yr 5 poetry workshop at South Bank - letter sent - consent needed
Fri 10th July - End of Year Reports out to parents
Mon 13th - Fri 17th July - WELLBEING WEEK - Fun events every day including HERBERT MORRISON has got Talent Show, Good to be Green special Event and lots more!
Tues 14th July school finishes at 2pm - optional parents evening letter to be sent
Fri 17th July - school finishes at 2pm - end of term 6 - there is NO JAGs on this date
2 WEEK DIARY
Check if clubs are on, trips are coming up, events are happening - get excited about the many events for the next 2 weeks.
TERM 6 UPDATES
THERE ARE NO CHANGES TO PE FOR TERM 6
Year 3 and 5 will go to Ben Holioakes to play cricket at the Oval Cricket Ground every Monday.
Year 4 will go swimming every Tuesday morning. Year 5 will not be going swimming in the summer term.
Please ensure your child comes into school wearing the full PE kit on their PE day.
Year 4 will need their swimming kit; including a swim hat and goggles EVERY TUESDAY.
Trips off site - PLEASE ENSURE CHILDREN HAVE A WATERPROOF COAT INCASE IT IS RAINING FOR THE JOURNEY THERE OR BACK.
Water bottles must not be kept in the book bag to prevent book damage.
Trainers must ONLY be worn with PE kits and not with school uniform. Please support our school uniform policy. Thank you.
Wrap around care 7.30am until 5.50pm
Wrap around care 7.30am until 5.50pm
Please collect your child no later than 5.50pm
Please collect your child no later than 5.50pm
To drop off or collect your child please call the JAGs bell by the front door inside the school gate or call 07570 377 689
Discover a fun-filled daily schedule at Junior Adventures Group Breakfast & After School Clubs!
How Parents Book
Families can book wraparound care for the entire academic year using our new recurring booking model:
Families can book wraparound care for the entire academic year using our new recurring booking model:
Bookings follow a regular weekly pattern (e.g., every Monday), secured for the full school year.
This system is similar to the existing instalment plan model that many families are familiar with.
We are making this change to:
Support demand management where waiting lists are common
Ensure fair access for families looking to secure consistent care
Enable earlier, more accurate staffing and programming plans
Rise then Shine
Rise then Shine Breakfast Club IS BACK from 7.30am on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
The FREE school Breakfast Club is still available for all pupils ( Reception Class to Year 6) from 8.30am.
This will be from 7.30am - please book now!
After School Clubs
JAG’s After School Clubs, called Stay And Play, offer fun, happy and safe places for children to play freely across age groups and take part in structured activities such as arts and crafts and active play. Providing an energising end to the school day, children can join group activities, enjoy a healthy snack, or chill out with toys and games that are all set up and ready for them to enjoy.
Find out more by clicking here - Click here to register and book
Try your new Stay And Play Club for free at Herbert Morrison Primary School!
Book your child's space now and claim a free session using code: TRYHERBERT
If you do have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to call the friendly JAG team on 0333 577 1533 or drop them an email at hello@junioradventuresgroup.co.uk.
The question of the week is -
Is there more happiness or more sadness in the world?
Value and Question of the Week
Value and Question of the Week
We discuss the values and question of the week in assembly. Discuss these with your child at home.
The value of the week is: HOPE
ADRENALINE DEVICES INFORMATION
ADRENALINE DEVICES INFORMATION
If a child experiences a severe allergic reaction, every second counts. This week’s guide gives a clear, practical overview of adrenaline auto-injectors – lifesaving devices designed for emergency use when anaphylaxis strikes. It covers both EpiPen and Jext models, walking readers through how to recognise the symptoms and administer treatment.
Alongside a visual flowchart of what to do in an emergency, the guide reinforces key points such as lying the patient down, calling 999, and always carrying two AAIs. It also reminds us that adrenaline is safe – and that using it promptly is always better than waiting. This guide is a must-read for educators, carers, and parents alike.
AGE RESTRICTIONS FOR SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS
AGE RESTRICTIONS FOR SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS
Please ALWAYS check and follow the age restrictions for all social media platforms. Just like age ratings on films, books and games, these restrictions are in place to help keep children safe. It is your responsibility to enforce these at home and ensure your child is using online platforms safely.
As part of this, please consider the following safety checks:
Do you know your child’s passwords for the apps and platforms they use?
Do you regularly check their browsing history, messages, and online activity?
Do you supervise the amount of time your child spends online and what they are accessing?
Do you have parental controls or safety settings in place on ALL devices and apps?
LUNCH MENU
LUNCH MENU
SPECIAL DIETRY REQUIREMENTS
If your child has an allergy please scan this code and ensure that you complete the new caters online information. We have passed over the information we have and it is all going digital now. Please feel free to speak to a member of staff if you need any support with this.
All allergy referals must be accompanied by medical evidence.
Thank you.
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After the Half term the new Menu will be in place - This will run until the October half term.
The lunch menus are on a 3 week rota -Yum! All meat dishes are offered as halal and non-halal options.
Please note that on the rare occasion there may be a slight change on offer - this is usually due to delivery delays.
Well Being for Parents
Well Being for Parents
OUT OF SCHOOL IDEAS
OUT OF SCHOOL IDEAS
LEARNING AT HOME - TEACH YOUR CHILD ABOUT MONEY - HANDLE IT, COUNT IT, WORK OUT THE CHANGE. MONOPOLY AND PLAYING SHOPS IS GREAT FUN!
More information and a weekly update of these low cost suggestions can be found on the Oval Learning Cluster Website - Families Page. Our School works in Partnership with the Oval Learning Cluster.
For information on how to sign up to Terms 5 and 6 Clubs at HM see the clubs letter on the website.
Please note that club payments are non-refundable. If your child is not behaving in the club they may lose their place. Thank you for your support.
🌟 The Value of Extra-Curricular Activities
🌟 The Value of Extra-Curricular Activities
Extra-curricular activities are a vital part of school life, supporting pupils’ confidence, wellbeing and personal development. We value the importance of a broad and balanced education that helps pupils thrive beyond the classroom.
Through our extra-curricular offer, pupils are able to:
Explore interests and talents beyond the curriculum
Build key life skills such as teamwork, leadership and resilience
Strengthen wellbeing through sport, creativity and positive experiences
Develop character and confidence to support future success
We are proud to offer a wide range of opportunities that enrich learning and support the whole child.
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