Be Here. Be You. Belong.
Dear Parents and Carers,
As we turn the calendar to March, the corridors are buzzing with a particular kind of excitement. This week, we join millions of teachers and children across the country to celebrate World Book Day.
While it is always a joy to see the school transformed by fun and varied costumes and shared stories, this day represents something far deeper than just a costume! It is a really important reminder of our commitment to fostering a lifelong love of reading.
World Book Day is a charity event with a mission to give every child a book of their own. For many children, this might be the first time they experience the pride of ownership over a story. Carving out a dedicated space to celebrate a book is essential. It signals to our children that reading isn't just a "school task"— it's a key skill we want every child to develop and improve.
The benefits of reading extend far beyond the English classroom. Research consistently shows that children who read for pleasure daily perform better in every subject, including Mathematics and Science.
Cognitive Growth: Reading is quite literally a workout for the brain. It builds vocabulary, improves focus, and enhances critical thinking skills.
Empathy and Understanding: Stories allow children to "walk in someone else's shoes." By exploring different cultures and perspectives through books, our students develop greater emotional intelligence.
Mental Well-being: In a fast-paced world, getting lost in a book provides a unique form of relaxation and escapism, reducing stress and anxiety levels.
As a school, we are dedicated to providing a diverse and engaging library, but the most influential factor in a child’s reading journey is the encouragement they receive at home. Whether it’s five minutes before bed or a shared discussion about a news article, every word read counts.
We want every student at our school to see themselves as a "reader," regardless of their starting point. Thank you for your continued support in turning the page toward a bright, literate future for our children.
Happy Reading!
With my warmest wishes,
Mr G. Macaulay
Principal
Peaceful Playgrounds
Our school values—Be Here, Be You, and Belong—are the heart of everything we do. We believe that our commitment to these values extends beyond the classroom walls and into every interaction on our grounds. Therefore, it is fundamental that every member of our community—our staff, our wonderful children, all parents, and any visitors—is entitled to feel safe, respected, and protected at all times while on the school premises. We want to work together so our school remains a truly safe space for everyone and to support our community in maintaining a positive and caring atmosphere.
Behaviour That will Not be Tolerated
The school will not tolerate any intimidating or disruptive behaviour which interferes or threatens to interfere with any of the school’s operation or activities anywhere on the school premises.
In order to support a peaceful and safe school environment we would ask all parents, (including family members), carers, or visitors to refrain from the following:
Approaching someone else’s child in order to discuss, question or chastise them because of the actions towards their own child. (Such an approach to a child may be seen to be an assault on that child and may have legal consequences).
The use of physical or verbal aggression towards another adult or child. This includes physical punishment against your own child on school premises.
Threatening or intimidating, in any way, a member of school staff, visitor, fellow parent/carer or pupil.
Using insulting, derogatory or offensive language or displaying temper.
Intentionally damaging or destroying school property
Smoking including E-cigarettes, taking illegal drugs or the consumption of alcohol on school premises. (Alcohol may only be consumed during authorised events).
Dogs being brought on to school premises (other than guide dogs).
Parental Concerns
Here at Chandlers Field we try hard to provide every child with the best possible education. We know how important your son and/or daughter is to you, and we understand that sometimes you may have a concern or feel something hasn't gone quite right. To ensure your concern is addressed as quickly and effectively as possible, it is important to contact the right person from the start. Please use the visual guide below to help you identify who to contact and when.
If your concern is still not resolved at Principal level, please see our Complaints Procedure for further information and advice.
Arbor Parent Portal
Now we have moved to a new administration system called Arbor, we are reminding parents to register for our school's Arbor Parent Portal. This platform is a vital tool for enhancing communication and collaboration between the school and your home, and it plays an important role in ensuring we have the most accurate and up-to-date information for your child.
The portal provides you with direct, secure access to essential information, empowering you to stay informed and manage your child's data efficiently:
Real-Time Attendance Data: You will be able to view your child's current and historical attendance record in real-time. Monitoring this data is crucial for identifying any patterns and ensuring your child is receiving the full benefit of their education.
Easy Record Updates: The portal allows you to easily review and update your contact information and your child's medical details directly with the school. Maintaining accurate records is essential for your child’s safety and for the school to communicate effectively with you, particularly in the event of an emergency.
Parents Evening: We will be using Arbor to make Parents Evening bookings.
We understand that parents lead busy lives, and the Arbor Parent Portal is designed to simplify these administrative tasks, making it quicker and easier for you to manage school-related information.
If you have not yet registered, please look out for an invitation email from Arbor, which will provide you with a unique link and instructions to set up your account.
Should you encounter any difficulty during the registration process, or if you have any questions about the features of the portal, please do not hesitate to contact the school office during regular hours. They will be pleased to assist you.
We would like to thank all of our families for ensuring your children have good school attendance and for your continued commitment to your child’s learning. At the heart of our school community is our vision: Be Here, Be You, Belong. School attendance is important for academic success. When children attend school regularly they have more opportunities to learn and achieve. Being in school supports children to learn vital social skills, confidence and develop independence, all skills which are important for adult life. Children learn how to navigate through challenges, problem solving and create childhood memories in school. Good attendance also acts as a way to keep children safe. Knowing who is absent from school and the reason for it is fundamental to effective safeguarding.
Getting your child to school really matters. Did you know...
We want to work alongside you to ensure your child feels safe, happy and ready to learn. If your child is finding it difficult to come to school, please do reach out to us; we are always here to help and support you and your family.
Safe Arrivals and Departures
We have noticed an increase in ball games (football, catch, etc.) occurring in the pedestrian areas at the front of the school. While we love seeing our children active, the front entrance is a high-traffic area with many people moving in different directions.
To prevent accidental injuries or collisions, ball games are not permitted at the front of the school. We kindly ask that all balls remain in bags.
The safety of our community is our absolute priority. Please ensure that your children are closely supervised while waiting for the school gates to open and immediately after pick-up.
Vape and Cigarette Free School
To ensure we are providing the healthiest possible environment for our children, we would like to share a reminder that our school is a strictly smoke-free and vape-free zone. We kindly ask that you finish any vaping or smoking before entering the school gates.
Parking
To ensure the safety of our children and maintain smooth traffic flow during school drop-off and pick-up, we urgently request that you refrain from parking on the yellow lines outside the school gates and never block the driveways of our surrounding neighbours.
Yellow lines are crucial for visibility, traffic flow, and pedestrian safety, and parking on them obstructs views, increases congestion, endangers children forced to walk between cars, and hinders emergency vehicle access. Blocking a neighbour's driveway can prevent them from leaving or returning home.
Please consider alternative parking options, such as parking a short distance away and walking, using designated areas in surrounding streets, or encouraging walking and cycling. Your cooperation is essential in creating a safer and more respectful environment for everyone.
Mobile Phone Policy for Pupils
On School Grounds: To ensure a focused learning environment, pupils are not permitted to use their personal mobile phones on school grounds or during lessons at LEO Academy Trust schools. This policy has a single exception for documented medical needs.
Storage and Use: For pupils who travel alone and carry a phone (at their parents' discretion), devices must be turned off upon entering school grounds and remain off until they exit the school gates. All such phones will be securely stored by the school upon arrival and returned at the end of the school day. (LEO Academy Trust holds no responsibility for loss or damage to the device whilst stored on the child's behalf).
Parental Considerations: We advise parents and guardians to consider providing their children with less expensive devices for safety reasons. While these devices still allow for calls and texts, they can mitigate some of the wider risks associated with more costly phones. We recognise that the ultimate decision regarding device choice rests with the parents.
Online Safety Education: LEO Academy Trust prioritises online safety. Our curriculum, parent workshops, and communications consistently highlight the dangers of unsupervised online access, particularly concerning social media. We also offer regular training and support for parents on online safety practices and managing parental controls on a variety of devices.
We wanted to share a quick, friendly reminder about head lice checks. It's a normal part of primary school life, as these tiny visitors spread easily when children play and share!
Please remember, head lice prefer clean hair and have nothing to do with hygiene—they just love a cosy scalp!
The most effective way to manage this is through regular wet combing.
We recommend you:
Apply plenty of conditioner to wet, washed hair.
Systematically comb the hair using a fine-toothed detection comb, from root to tip.
Wipe the comb onto white tissue after each stroke and check for lice or nits (eggs).
If you do find live lice, please start a recommended pharmacy treatment immediately.
Your vigilance at home makes a huge difference in reducing the spread. If you find a case, ensure long hair is tied up and notify the school office confidentially so we can be extra vigilant.
Attendance
Just to remind parents/carers that if they take their children out of school without authority for 5 or more days (which do not have to be consecutive), then the following will apply:
1. If you have not incurred a penalty notice relating to this child/children in a rolling 3 year period since 19 August 2024, then the penalty notice will be charged at the rate of £160.00, per parent/carer per child, if paid within 28 days. This will be reduced to £80.00 if paid within 21 days of receipt of the notice. Failure to pay the Penalty Notice will result in Surrey County Council considering legal proceedings against you in the Magistrates Court.
2. If you have incurred a penalty notice relating to this child/children since 19 August 2024, the rolling 3 year period will be activated from the date of the first penalty notice and the second penalty notice will be charged at the flat rate of £160.00, per parent/carer per child, if paid within 28 days. There will be no reduction for payment within 21 days. Failure to pay the Penalty Notice will result in Surrey County Council considering legal proceedings against you in the Magistrates Court.
3. If you have incurred 2 penalty notices relating to this child/children in the rolling 3 year period since the first penalty notice was issued, then you will NOT receive a third penalty notice – Surrey County Council will have no option but to consider a prosecution, per parent/carer per child, in the Magistrates Court under s 444 Education Act 1996.
Surrey County Council is not responsible for authorising pupil absence and therefore cannot withdraw any Penalty Notice requests without the written permission of the Headteacher.
Nursery Parents/Carers
Please ensure that you drop off your child between 8.45am and 8.55am as the door closes promptly at 8.55am. If children arrive late and need to come to the office it can be difficult for them to settle.
Please ensure that you pick your child up promptly from the nursery gate at 11.45am (no later) as we do not have extra members of staff to stay with the children in nursery.
Parents/Carers of children in in Key Stages 1 and 2
Please remember that children need to arrive between 8.45am and 8.55am, and sat down for the register which is taken at 9am.
If you bring your child into school through the office at any time of day, even if they have just missed the gate in the morning, you always need to sign them in. If they are in before 9am and make the register they will not be marked late.
Attendance Winners!
w/c 9th February - Regents Park
w/c 23rd February - Baker Street
Click here to see our diary dates.
Name: Mrs Price (Year 3 Class Teacher)
Favourite food: Carrot Cake
Fun fact: I have once swam in the Red Sea and swam with wild dolphins.
Favourite book: Moomins Midsummer Madness
We are always looking for volunteers to enhance children's learning. Volunteers are highly valued and appreciated by children and staff. In the past, volunteers have helped children with reading and maintaining the Library. Volunteers must complete a comprehensive induction programme, including a DBS check, and adhere to our Safeguarding procedures. Volunteering hours are flexible. If you are interested in making a difference, please contact the school office. Please note that volunteers will not be placed in their child's class.
Last week's winners
Leonardo
Fayden S
Noah
Aleksander M
Ivy S
Olivia
Skyla I
Olaf K
Harry
Charlie B
Andisha
This week's winners
Rudy
Phoenix W
Talia
Richie
Aria
Nancy
Adyan H
Ella P
Summer
Annabelle M
Isabella O
Thames
1766
Wey
1791
Mole
2170
Ember
1840
World Book Day
What an absolutely spectacular day we had on Thursday, 5th March, as the entire school came together to celebrate the magic of reading for World Book Day! From the moment the school gates opened, it was clear that our pupils (and staff!) had let their imaginations run wild. It was truly lovely to see such a sea of inventive and colorful costumes; from classic fairytales to modern heroes, the effort put in by our families was wonderful to see. Throughout the day, the children were fully immersed in a world of words and wonder. The classrooms and corridors were filled with excitement as pupils took part in a range of reading related activities.
The literary fun doesn't stop here; we are thrilled to announce that we will be continuing to build our love of reading with the Book Fair visiting us next week, providing another wonderful opportunity for children to discover their next favourite book!
Waterloo
What we have been learning
After half term, in English the children recapped their handwriting skills, focusing on correct posture and pencil grip, before starting our new text 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar', where the focus has been learning the different stages of a caterpillars life cycle. In Maths, the children have explored part–whole models and practised writing simple number sentences by breaking numbers into parts and putting them back together. In Science, the children learnt the stages of the human life cycle and worked on putting them in the correct order. In History, the children learned about Florence Nightingale and ordered key events from her life story.
What we are learning next week
Next week, in English, we will begin our new text 'Betsy Buglove Saves the Bees', focusing on writing descriptive sentences by first naming characters and then adding adjectives to nouns. In Maths, we will be learning about measures: comparing and measuring lengths and heights using practical activities. In History, we will learn about what hospital conditions were like in Crimea during Florence Nightingale’s time, and in Science, we will measure growth in humans and explore how tall the children are in our class.
Ordering key events from Florence Nightingale's life story.
Labelling life cycle of the caterpillar
What we have been learning
The past week has been an incredibly exciting one for our class, filled with both hands-on exploration and impressive academic focus. Our trip to the Chertsey Museum was a clear highlight; the children stepped back in time for a Stone Age workshop, engaging in everything from soap carving and weaving to handling genuine artefacts and dressing up in prehistoric attire. Back in the classroom, we transitioned into our new Science topic, "Light and Dark," where the students conducted some brilliant experiments using mirrors to explore reflections. Amidst all this excitement, it was also Assessment Week. I am immensely proud of the great perseverance shown by every student—their effort was truly amazing. Well done to everyone for a fantastic week of growth and learning!
What we are learning next week
The excitement continues next week as we dive into several brand-new challenges! In Computing, we are thrilled to begin our new topic using codable LEGO construction kits. The children will be putting their engineering hats on to build and program their very own working models. In English, we will be blending our history knowledge with some creative flair as we begin writing information texts about a mythical creature: The Stone Guardian.
To round out our week, we will be heading back into the world of numbers in Maths, recapping our multiplication and division skills to ensure our mental calculations are as sharp as ever. It promises to be another busy and rewarding week!
What we have been learning
Over the last couple of weeks in nursery, we have thoroughly enjoyed reading 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar' by Eric Carle. The children worked together to carefully sequence the story, helping them to understand the order of events. Through the story, we practised naming the days of the week and developed our counting skills by counting the different fruits and foods the caterpillar ate. The children were especially excited to learn about the life cycle of a butterfly, linking our literacy learning to understanding the world around us. While exploring this theme, they practised their fine motor skills through cutting and sticking activities. The children particularly enjoyed our caterpillar and butterfly art and craft activities. They created sponge-painted caterpillars using printing techniques and explored colour and pattern while developing their control and coordination. They also made beautiful, colourful tissue paper butterflies by tearing and gluing paper, carefully strengthening their hand muscles. Alongside this, our nursery rhymes have been 'Incy Wincy Spider' and 'Ring-a-Ring-a Roses'. The children worked very hard to learn the actions and the words, and they loved singing these rhymes together each day.
In phonics, the children learnt the ‘u’ and ‘r’ sounds. They practised saying these sounds clearly and confidently and thought of words beginning with each sound, such as umbrella and rainbow. In Maths, we focused on taking and giving three items. The children counted plastic fruits into bowls and made their own paper fruit salads using their cutting and counting skills. We also practised recognising numbers by showing 1, 2, or 3 fingers, helping to build strong early number foundations.
What we are learning next week
Next week in nursery, we will be reading the story 'Errol’s Garden', written by Gillian Hibbs. Our learning throughout the week will be linked closely to this lovely story as we explore themes of growing, planting and working together. In phonics, the children will be learning the ‘h’ sound, as in ‘hat’, ‘hammer’ and ‘house’, and will have lots of opportunities to practise hearing and saying this sound. Our nursery rhyme of the week will be 'Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary', which we will enjoy singing together during the week.
What we have been learning
It has been an incredibly busy two weeks in Reception! We have officially launched our new topic, 'Life Cycles and Growing,' inspired by our focus book, Jasper’s Beanstalk. The children have turned into mini-gardeners, learning exactly what plants need to thrive before planting their very own beanstalks to tend to. In our writing sessions, we put our knowledge to the test by writing a set of instructions on how to plant a bean, while in handwriting, we have been working hard on perfecting the formation of the letters ‘e’ and ‘s’.
We also had a spectacular time celebrating World Book Day! The classroom was filled with colour and creativity thanks to everyone's fantastic costumes. Our day was packed with book-themed wonder, including: Making 'The Gruffalo' using chocolate playdough and 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar' using collage materials. We loved welcoming the older children from Baker Street, who joined us to share stories and we also tested our knowledge with a lively Traditional Tales quiz!
What we are learning next week
Our young gardeners will be taking on the responsibility of "checking in" on their bean plants, ensuring they stay well-watered and observing any signs of growth. In preparation for a very special occasion, the children will also be busy designing and making their Mother’s Day cards. In our handwriting sessions, we will be focusing on the formation of the letters ‘f’ and ‘r’.
We are particularly excited to celebrate Science Week! We’ll be conducting a fascinating experiment to answer the big question: ‘Could we grow food on the moon?’ It’s a brilliant way for the children to apply what they’ve learned about plant life to the wonders of space exploration.
What we have been learning
What a wonderful start to this half term! Year 1 have been absolutely fantastic as we come together as one class. We have really enjoyed getting to know one another and building new friendships.
In History, we have begun our exciting learning about Florence Nightingale. The children were thrilled to take part in a fantastic drama workshop where we met Florence herself! It was a brilliant way to immerse ourselves in our new topic.
In Maths, we have started exploring fractions, focusing on making and finding halves and quarters. The children have been working hard to share and divide shapes and quantities equally.
In English, we have begun our work on the beautiful story 'The Lonely Beast'. We have written character descriptions and have started writing a narrative based on the story. The children are showing great imagination and enthusiasm in their writing.
We also loved celebrating World Book Day this week — the costumes were fantastic and all of the children looked fabulous!
Well done, Year 1 — keep up the amazing work!
What we are learning next week
In English, we will be writing diary entries. The children will be thinking carefully about how a character feels and writing in the first person to share their thoughts and experiences.
In Maths, we will be exploring numbers up to 100. We will be counting forwards and backwards, identifying tens and ones, and looking at number patterns.
Next week is Science Week and we are very excited! We will be investigating and exploring the best design for a paper aeroplane. The children will be making predictions, testing their designs and thinking about how to improve them.
In Art, we will be experimenting with printing using paint. We are looking forward to exploring different patterns, textures and colours to create our own creative artwork. It’s going to be another busy and exciting week in Year 1!
What we have been learning
It’s been a stellar start to the term for Year 2! In English, we’ve dived into 'Man on the Moon', writing diary entries from Bob’s perspective. The children find it hilarious that Bob is too distracted by "lovely moon facts" to notice the hidden aliens! In Maths, we are mastering halves, thirds, and quarters of shapes and amounts. To boost division fluency, please keep practicing the 2s, 5s, and 10s (moving to 3s and 4s next) on Times Tables Rockstars. Meanwhile, in DT, Mr. James has challenged us to build Ferris wheels. The children have already planned their designs and begun constructing fixed axles and frames. We look forward to seeing the finished models soon! In Geography, we’ve turned into explorers, investigating the human and physical features of the four UK nations.
What we are learning next week
In Maths, we are wrapping up our unit on fractions and shifting our focus to money. To give the children a head start, please encourage them to practice identifying and using coins and notes at the shops this week—real-world experience makes a huge difference! Over in English, we are moving onto our recounts of 'Man on the Moon', while our Science lessons will dive deeper into the fascinating world of animal and human life cycles. To top it all off, we are continuing our extra cricket sessions, which have quickly become a class favourite!
What we have been learning
What a tropical whirlwind of a week we’ve had in Year 3! The classroom has been buzzing with energy as we officially kicked off our Rainforest Experience with Delight. Our budding artists have been busy bringing the rainforest floor to life, using a mix of real-life leaf specimens and a healthy dose of imagination to create some truly fantastic foliage. From giant ferns to exotic leaves, our displays are starting to look like a real Amazonian canopy!
Over in the digital world, the children have swapped their binoculars for keyboards. In Computing, we’ve been learning how to code LEGO models, and seeing their physical creations spring to life through their own programming has been nothing short of amazing—we definitely have some future software engineers in our midst.
In our English lessons, the pens have been flying across the pages as we draft our rainforest narratives. We’ve been so impressed by the sophisticated writing on display; the children are doing a wonderful job of weaving together vivid character descriptions and direct speech. They are also using plenty of expanded noun phrases to make the jungle environment jump right off the page. Well done on a brilliant week, Year 3. Keep up that incredible curiosity!
What we are learning next week
Looking ahead to next week, we will be diving deeper into the undergrowth to discover the incredible variety of bug life that calls the rainforest home. The children will be learning all about the creepy-crawlies, fluttering butterflies, and shimmering beetles that hide beneath the leaves. To bring our learning to life, everyone will get the chance to use their newfound knowledge to design and create their own unique rainforest creature!
What we have been learning
What a vibrant and inspiring first two weeks back it has been in our classrooms! To begin with, pupils became enthusiastic journalists as they wrote detailed newspaper reports about Boudicca's uprising, carefully considering headlines, eyewitness quotes, and dramatic events. In Mathematics, we have started learning about time, developing our understanding of o’clock, seconds, minutes, hours and days. In Science, our exploration of sound through 'Now, Press Play' allowed children to immerse themselves in exciting audio adventures that brought learning to life. We recapped the continents before taking a closer look at the USA in Geography, identifying where different states are located and discovering and comparing their sizes, locations, and key features. This week, pupils have also been excitedly exploring LEGO through coding with SPIKE, using their creativity and problem-solving skills to programme and bring their imaginative models to life. Meanwhile, in Art, we discovered the difference between 2D and 3D modelling by exploring the beautiful work of Magdalene Odundo, creating striking chalk images before progressing to sculpt soap into impressive three-dimensional pieces. Building on our scientific knowledge, we also learned how to describe the weather system in French, confidently applying vocabulary linked to our Science lessons. Excitement filled the air on World Book Day as everyone dressed up brilliantly to celebrate reading. Finally, pupils enjoyed completing an orienteering challenge and visiting the library, where they explored and read a range of amazing texts.
What we are learning next week
Next week promises to be another exciting and enriching journey across our curriculum. To begin with, pupils will be writing clear and engaging explanation texts, organising their ideas carefully and using precise vocabulary to inform their readers. In Mathematics, we will be discovering how decimals link to fractions and number patterns, building confidence as we spot connections and deepen our understanding. Meanwhile, in Science, children will investigate volume by exploring how different strengths of vibration affect the loudness of sound through practical and memorable experiments. In Art and Design, we will learn how to use equipment safely and responsibly as we create our own imaginative wire sculptures. Across the curriculum, we will explore the great USA, studying famous landscapes and landmarks and thoughtfully comparing them to those here at home. In RE, we will reflect on why Jesus had so many names and explore the meaning behind them. Additionally, our poetry sessions will continue as we refine our haikus inspired by delicate Japanese blossom. It is set to be a purposeful and inspiring week of learning.
What we have been learning
We have been hard at work completing assessments this week but that hasn't stopped us from engaging in exciting areas of the curriculum. In English, we finished our persuasive writing to try and convince the Norwegian government to help our book's character April with saving Bear and ultimately the Arctic climate zone. In addition to this, we looked at the criminal justice system in the United Kingdom and began to investigate what the law is and what happens when someone breaks it. We even did a mock trial to show exactly how a courtroom works.
What we are Learning Next Week
We have a thrilling week ahead, packed with new challenges and hands-on discoveries! Here is what the children can look forward to:
Maths: We will be putting our geometry skills to the test, measuring angles with precision and exploring the properties of complex polygons.
Science: Our focus shifts to the natural world as we study life cycles, comparing the developmental stages of different plants and animals.
Computing: We are transitioning to Lego Spike Essential kits, combining engineering with coding to bring physical models to life.
DT: We become inventors this week as we learn how to construct "Doodlers"—motorised contraptions that use vibration to create unique patterns.
PSHE: Within our Citizenship module, we will be discussing our roles and responsibilities and how our actions impact our school and local community.
What we have been learning
This week in Year 6 the children have participated in assessment week. We are incredibly proud of the effort and resilience every pupil demonstrated while working through their tests.
Beyond the classroom, some of our year group had the exciting opportunity to visit the London Careers Festival. The children engaged with a wide variety of "stop-and-try" activities linked to numerous career paths, representing the school exceptionally well through their curiosity and conduct.
We also enjoyed a fantastic Thursday celebrating World Book Day. The day was filled with immersive literacy activities, including book-related orienteering and a creative exploration of Twisted" Fairy Tales, which sparked some brilliant discussions and imaginative thinking.
What we are Learning Next Week
As we move into next week, we will be launching a new unit in Writing focused on instructional texts. To link this with our current historical studies, the children will be drafting a guide titled: How to Prepare for Evacuation: A Guide for Children.
In Science, we are continuing our exploration of electricity. Our specific focus will shift toward understanding the relationship between resistance and current, investigating how different components affect the flow of energy within a circuit.
Art Club
At Art Club, children have been exploring the theme of pointillism, inspired by the work of Georges Seurat. Before half term, they carefully created their own designs and began building them using acrylic paints and cotton buds, developing focus, patience, and creativity with every dot. Their colourful and detailed pieces beautifully reflected the techniques of pointillism while allowing each child’s imagination to shine. Next week, we are excited to continue our artistic journey by exploring sculpture, using straws to create unique and creative baskets, combining practical skills with inventive design ideas.
Grief, Separation & Conflict
Separation and conflict
Connections
Loss
Useful books that might help with separations, loss and change
Missing Daddy eBook : Kaba, Mariame, royal, bria: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store
Mum and Dad Glue: Amazon.co.uk: Gray, Kes, Wildish, Lee: 8601404288333: Books
The Invisible String: 1 : Karst, Patrice, Lew-Vriethoff, Joanne: Amazon.co.uk: Books
Autism and ADHD
Resources to help you and your child understand the diagnosis
For parents -
For children -
Being Autistic (And What That Actually Means) : Garvey, Niamh: Amazon.co.uk: Books
Family Courses & Classes
Financial Support
As high costs continue to put pressure on households across Elmbridge, King’s Church Walton is offering free money coaching to help people manage their finances
Free money coaching in Walton-on-Thames, Hersham and Weybridge to help people with the cost of living As high costs continue to put pressure on households across Elmbridge, King’s Church Walton is offering free money coaching to help people manage their finances King’s Church Walton has partnered with charity Christians Against Poverty (CAP) to provide expert financial education in the local community. Money Coaches Peter Teague and Laurelle Wellinger, who will be leading the new course, say, ‘With the soaring cost of living over the last few years, we’ve seen how important it is that people know how to successfully manage their money, whatever their income. It’s vital that we know how to balance what we have, save for emergencies and stay out of debt. ‘Our money coaching course is here to equip people in Walton, Hersham and Weybridge to do that. We’ll look at things like building and balancing a household budget, prioritising spending and keeping our finances stable into the future.’ ‘Money coaching isn’t just about getting to grips with money practically – it’s about helping people find the freedom that comes with being in control of their finances. It can impact mental health, physical health, relationships, work life and self-belief.’ ‘Plus, there’s an amazing sense of achievement when you reach a goal, like finally being able to buy something you’ve been saving up for. Managing money well can be so rewarding!’ The course is completely free and runs over two sessions. It’s held twice a term - on Friday morning and Tuesday evening. There’s something for everyone to learn – from those who have never used a budget before to those who simply want to reevaluate their financial situation. All are welcome!’ For more information email cap@kingschurchwalton.co.uk, or to book on the next available course visit capuk.org/trymoneycoaching and search for a course near you.
Young Carers Advice and How to Register
There is a lot of support available for children who are identified as Young Carers. If you think your child may be a Young Carer, please do contact us via the school office: info@chandlers-field.surrey.sch.uk.
Alternatively, you can reach out for support online via the charity, Barnardos. Click here for the Barnardos Website: Barnardos Website
REGISTER YOUR CHILD AS A YOUNG CARER AT
Register a young carer | Action for Carers
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