29th November 2024
29th November 2024
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Hurst Park Primary Weekly Newsletter
Hurst Park Primary Weekly Newsletter
Hurst Park Primary: Hurst Road, Molesey, West Molesey KT8 1QS
Hurst Park Primary: Hurst Road, Molesey, West Molesey KT8 1QS
Email: hpoffice@leoacademytrust.co.uk
Email: hpoffice@leoacademytrust.co.uk
Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @HurstParkSchool
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It has also been another busy week! We were delighted to welcome members of the Academy Committee to the school this week who were here to see our History curriculum in action. During their visit, they met with Mrs. Dewale, our History Lead, visited various history classes, and had the opportunity to speak with some of our enthusiastic Learning Ambassadors. The festive spirit has also been filling our classrooms as children have been busy rehearsing for our upcoming Christmas productions. Year 6 embarked on an enriching trip to the Imperial War Museum, which provided a valuable opportunity to enhance their World War 2 learning. We also held a parent tour of the school this week, allowing families to experience a typical day. Today, we hosted the Surrey L-SPA parent forum, focusing on the SEN graduated response. Finally, it wouldn't be a complete week without a range of sporting events! Our Boys B Team had a competitive game against The Royal Kent, the Year 5 Boys B Team enjoyed a friendly match against Brookfield, and our Girls A Team showed their skills in a league game against St Lawrence.
It has also been another busy week! We were delighted to welcome members of the Academy Committee to the school this week who were here to see our History curriculum in action. During their visit, they met with Mrs. Dewale, our History Lead, visited various history classes, and had the opportunity to speak with some of our enthusiastic Learning Ambassadors. The festive spirit has also been filling our classrooms as children have been busy rehearsing for our upcoming Christmas productions. Year 6 embarked on an enriching trip to the Imperial War Museum, which provided a valuable opportunity to enhance their World War 2 learning. We also held a parent tour of the school this week, allowing families to experience a typical day. Today, we hosted the Surrey L-SPA parent forum, focusing on the SEN graduated response. Finally, it wouldn't be a complete week without a range of sporting events! Our Boys B Team had a competitive game against The Royal Kent, the Year 5 Boys B Team enjoyed a friendly match against Brookfield, and our Girls A Team showed their skills in a league game against St Lawrence.
Family Support.pdfUpcoming events - New dates highlighted
Upcoming events - New dates highlighted
Boys Fulham Foundation Tournament - Monday 2nd December
Boys Fulham Foundation Tournament - Monday 2nd December
Early Year Christmas Show - Monday 2nd December 2.30pm & Tuesday 3rd December 9.15am
Early Year Christmas Show - Monday 2nd December 2.30pm & Tuesday 3rd December 9.15am
The Barking Dog Christmas Pantomime - Thursday 5th December
The Barking Dog Christmas Pantomime - Thursday 5th December
PTA Christmas Fair - 7th December
PTA Christmas Fair - 7th December
KS1 Nativity - Tuesday 10th December 2.15pm & Wednesday 11th December 9.15am
KS1 Nativity - Tuesday 10th December 2.15pm & Wednesday 11th December 9.15am
Princess Alice Cake Sale Wednesday 11th December 3.10pm
Princess Alice Cake Sale Wednesday 11th December 3.10pm
Christmas Lunch - Thursday 12th December
Christmas Lunch - Thursday 12th December
Christmas Jumper Day - Thursday 12th December
Christmas Jumper Day - Thursday 12th December
Reindeer Run for charity - Friday 13th December
Reindeer Run for charity - Friday 13th December
KS2 Christmas Carol Concert - Tuesday 17th December (change of date)
KS2 Christmas Carol Concert - Tuesday 17th December (change of date)
Nursery closed - Friday 20th December
Nursery closed - Friday 20th December
End of term - Friday 20th December Finish at 1.30pm (After school club will run until 4.15pm )
End of term - Friday 20th December Finish at 1.30pm (After school club will run until 4.15pm )
PTA News
PTA News
Hurst Park Primary Academy PTA has our very own dedicated microsite on PTA Events, which acts as a central hub for all things PTA. Here you will find details of events we are hosting, where to buy tickets, how to volunteer as a helper, how to contact the PTA, and much more. Once registered, users can opt to receive bespoke communications on activities we are running, so you always know what's going on. For more information, please click here.
Hurst Park Primary Academy PTA has our very own dedicated microsite on PTA Events, which acts as a central hub for all things PTA. Here you will find details of events we are hosting, where to buy tickets, how to volunteer as a helper, how to contact the PTA, and much more. Once registered, users can opt to receive bespoke communications on activities we are running, so you always know what's going on. For more information, please click here.
PTA Events
PTA Events
News
News
Drop Off Zone reminders
Drop Off Zone reminders
The safety of our children is our top priority. We would like to remind everyone of the importance of adhering to road safety rules and following proper procedures when entering and leaving the school drop-off zone.
The safety of our children is our top priority. We would like to remind everyone of the importance of adhering to road safety rules and following proper procedures when entering and leaving the school drop-off zone.
- Drive Slowly and Carefully: Please maintain a slow speed and be extra vigilant when driving near the school. Children can be unpredictable, so it's crucial to always anticipate their movements.
- Be Observant: Keep a watchful eye for children crossing the road or playing near the school entrance.
- Yield to Pedestrians: Always give way to children and families crossing the street.
- Follow Drop-Off/Pick-Up Procedures: Please adhere to the designated drop-off and pick-up zones and avoid double parking or stopping in restricted areas.
We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring the safety of all our students. By working together, we can create a safe and secure environment for everyone.
We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring the safety of all our students. By working together, we can create a safe and secure environment for everyone.
Academy Committee Visit
Academy Committee Visit
On Monday, we had the pleasure of welcoming members of the Academy Committee. They were eager to witness our dynamic History curriculum in action and see firsthand how we engage our students in this fascinating subject. During their visit, the committee members observed lessons across the school, where they were clearly impressed by the children's enthusiasm and knowledge. They also had the opportunity to speak with Mrs. Dewale, our History Lead, who shared her expertise and insights into our curriculum development. To gain pupil voice, the committee members engaged in conversations with our articulate Learning Ambassadors, who proudly shared their experiences and love of learning history.
On Monday, we had the pleasure of welcoming members of the Academy Committee. They were eager to witness our dynamic History curriculum in action and see firsthand how we engage our students in this fascinating subject. During their visit, the committee members observed lessons across the school, where they were clearly impressed by the children's enthusiasm and knowledge. They also had the opportunity to speak with Mrs. Dewale, our History Lead, who shared her expertise and insights into our curriculum development. To gain pupil voice, the committee members engaged in conversations with our articulate Learning Ambassadors, who proudly shared their experiences and love of learning history.
Winter Mini Challenge
Winter Mini Challenge
The Reading Agency will run the Winter Mini Challenge from 1 December 2024 to 20 February 2025 and will once again be an extension of the Summer Reading Challenge 2024 theme, Marvellous Makers. Join the seven characters as they have winter fun, sparking a love of reading, even in the most reluctant of readers.
What is the Winter Mini Challenge?
What is the Winter Mini Challenge?
The Winter Mini Challenge is a free online-only, digital challenge which encourages children to keep up their reading habits over the winter months including the Christmas holidays. Participants sign up from 1 December through The Reading Agency's free-to-access website featuring rewards for reading and reviewing books. To take part, children simply read three or more books of their own choice and add them to their Challenge website profile. Reaching their online reading goal will unlock a limited-edition virtual badge and a special Winter Mini Challenge certificate to print off and keep. There are also lots of videos, fun games and activities children can play when they join the online Challenge.
Prize for every child reaching their goal!
Prize for every child reaching their goal!
For the second year in a row, Surrey Libraries will be offering fabulous prizes to Winter Mini Challenge participants who:
Complete the Challenge online
Bring their certificate into the library (either digitally or printed)
Are a member of Surrey Libraries (or sign up when they visit with their certificate)
Visit your Surrey Library to pick up a free Winter Mini Challenge bookmark! This includes a Quick Response (QR) code which can be scanned on a smartphone or tablet for instant access to the Winter Mini Challenge sign-up page. Pick up your books too to start reading, or if you prefer, you can also download eBook, eAudiobook and eComics, all reading counts!
Please note that the following Community Partnered Libraries are not taking part in promoting the Winter Mini Challenge in their branch and therefore will not offering the bookmark and a prize to children completing their goal:
Bramley
Byfleet
New Haw
Tattenhams
Virginia Water
Train to teach with LEO Academy Trust!
Train to teach with LEO Academy Trust!
LEO Academy Trust is incredibly proud to work in partnership with the National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) as an Associate College to deliver Initial Teacher Training, (ITT) Early Career Framework (ECF) and National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) from September 2025. Associate Colleges are successful school trusts, selected because of their wealth of in-house expertise in professional development and their deep relationships in their local areas. This collaboration allows us to be at the forefront of educational excellence, providing local teachers with unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, learning and development. Together, we are shaping the future of teaching and learning, ensuring that every child receives the highest quality education.
LEO Academy Trust is incredibly proud to work in partnership with the National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) as an Associate College to deliver Initial Teacher Training, (ITT) Early Career Framework (ECF) and National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) from September 2025. Associate Colleges are successful school trusts, selected because of their wealth of in-house expertise in professional development and their deep relationships in their local areas. This collaboration allows us to be at the forefront of educational excellence, providing local teachers with unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, learning and development. Together, we are shaping the future of teaching and learning, ensuring that every child receives the highest quality education.
Applications for our primary ITT courses are now open for September 2025! Our initial teacher training is a fully immersive school-centred programme - aspiring teachers will be in the classroom from the very start. But full immersion does not mean that you will be thrown in the deep end: our trainees are mentored and have central training once a week.
Applications for our primary ITT courses are now open for September 2025! Our initial teacher training is a fully immersive school-centred programme - aspiring teachers will be in the classroom from the very start. But full immersion does not mean that you will be thrown in the deep end: our trainees are mentored and have central training once a week.
Please support us!
Please support us!
We are thrilled to announce that our application to Tesco Stronger Starts for the "Sustainable Growing" project has been approved! This means our project will be part of a customer vote in Tesco stores from early October 2024 to mid-January 2025. The project with the most votes in our region will receive £1,500!
We are thrilled to announce that our application to Tesco Stronger Starts for the "Sustainable Growing" project has been approved! This means our project will be part of a customer vote in Tesco stores from early October 2024 to mid-January 2025. The project with the most votes in our region will receive £1,500!
We would love your support in spreading the word and encouraging friends and family to vote for our project at the following Tesco stores:
We would love your support in spreading the word and encouraging friends and family to vote for our project at the following Tesco stores:
2017 Addlestone Extra Large unit KT15 2AS
2017 Addlestone Extra Large unit KT15 2AS
2449 East Molesey Small unit KT8 0HP
2449 East Molesey Small unit KT8 0HP
3399 West Molesey Large unit KT8 1SE
3399 West Molesey Large unit KT8 1SE
3481 Queens Rd Wybrdge Exp Small unit KT13 9UJ
3481 Queens Rd Wybrdge Exp Small unit KT13 9UJ
4356 Chertsey Exp Small unit KT16 8DX
4356 Chertsey Exp Small unit KT16 8DX
4490 Hersham Molesy Rd Exp Small unit KT12 3PU
4490 Hersham Molesy Rd Exp Small unit KT12 3PU
4761 Esher High St Exp Small unit KT10 9QY
4761 Esher High St Exp Small unit KT10 9QY
6738 Walton Hersham Rd Exp Small unit KT12 1RR
6738 Walton Hersham Rd Exp Small unit KT12 1RR
Every purchase at these stores earns a token that can be used to vote.
Every purchase at these stores earns a token that can be used to vote.
Together, let's make a difference and empower our children to embrace sustainable practices!
Together, let's make a difference and empower our children to embrace sustainable practices!
Thank you for your continued support.
Thank you for your continued support.
ASDA Rewards for Schools
ASDA Rewards for Schools
Celebrating achievements
Celebrating achievements
If your child has celebrated a sporting achievement and you would like them to be included in the newsletter, please let us know by completing this form. There is an option to attach photos/certificates if you would like but this is optional.
If your child has celebrated a sporting achievement and you would like them to be included in the newsletter, please let us know by completing this form. There is an option to attach photos/certificates if you would like but this is optional.
Amazon Wishlist
Amazon Wishlist
We have updated the Amazon Wishlist with books that we would like to have in each class for storytime. You may view the list of items by following this link. Once purchased, these items will be delivered directly to school and opened with the children – what a great treat! If you would like to purchase a Wishlist present and gift a book to the school, please follow the link, add to your basket and buy. Please deliver directly to the school using the school address Hurst Park Primary School, 438 Hurst Road, West Molesey, KT8 1QS indicating year group. Thank you so much for all your support and generosity.
We have updated the Amazon Wishlist with books that we would like to have in each class for storytime. You may view the list of items by following this link. Once purchased, these items will be delivered directly to school and opened with the children – what a great treat! If you would like to purchase a Wishlist present and gift a book to the school, please follow the link, add to your basket and buy. Please deliver directly to the school using the school address Hurst Park Primary School, 438 Hurst Road, West Molesey, KT8 1QS indicating year group. Thank you so much for all your support and generosity.
Birthdays
Birthdays
We request that for birthdays, instead of bringing treats, children donate a book to the class library from the Amazon Wishlist. This promotes healthy eating and helps expand the class library's collection.
We request that for birthdays, instead of bringing treats, children donate a book to the class library from the Amazon Wishlist. This promotes healthy eating and helps expand the class library's collection.
Become a School Volunteer Today!
Become a School Volunteer Today!
Hurst Park Primary Academy is 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 complete the Volunteer Registration form to apply. Please note that volunteers will not be placed in their child's class.
Things to celebrate
Things to celebrate
Star of the Week Certificates
Star of the Week Certificates
Congratulations to the following children who received the Star of the Week Awards last week:
Congratulations to the following children who received the Star of the Week Awards last week:
Reception
Reception
Robins: Zak for working hard on his lines for the Christmas performance and for showing exceptional politeness.
Kingfishers: Minnie for showing resilience during our rehearsals and being a great listener.
Year 1
Year 1
Owls: Maria for increased confidence in participating and sharing her ideas on the carpet.
Penguins: Elizabeth H for working hard in every lesson to make sure her work always looks beautiful.
Year 2
Year 2
Puffins: Akira for being an effective communicator when rehearsing her line for the KS1 performance- speaking loudly and clearly.
Toucans: Nell for fantastic effort and enthusiasm across all areas of her learning this week.
Year 3
Year 3
3S: Arthur G-D for being a motivated learner and always trying his best.
3L: Eddie for his curious and enthusiastic approach to his learning
Year 4
Year 4
4K: Connie T. for achieving excellence through your hard work and exceptional kindness and politeness.
4P: Poppy C for showing great resilience and motivation to achieve her best in all subjects.
4P: Poppy C for showing great resilience and motivation to achieve her best in all subjects.
Year 5
Year 5
5SM: Andrei Liuft for
demonstrating resilience following instructions during PE lessons this week
5C: Willow M for being a resilient and reflective learner this week in her mini assessments.
Year 6
Year 6
6B: Aaron C for having such a resilient, positive approach to all aspects of his learning this week.
6H: Oscar for his resilient approach to assessment week!
Club 144 Winners
Club 144 Winners
Congratulations to the following children who received certificates week:
Congratulations to the following children who received certificates week:
Ultimate Challenge -
Ultimate Challenge -
Level 1 Winners
Level 1 Winners
Jack Tierney, 3L
Jack Tierney, 3L
144 Club Winners
144 Club Winners
Julianna Kapron, 4P
Ninna Dimitrova, 3L
36 Club Winners
36 Club Winners
Aleesa Ahmed, 3S
Aleesa Ahmed, 3S
Arhum Ahmed, 3S
Arhum Ahmed, 3S
Benjamin Clarke, 3S
Benjamin Clarke, 3S
Margo Wootton, 3L
Margo Wootton, 3L
72 Club Winners
72 Club Winners
Tom Randall-Goddene, 3L
Tom Randall-Goddene, 3L
Active Learner
Active Learner
Creative Learner
Creative Learner
Miri participated in the 3K Esher District Scouts cross country event at the end of September. She just learned this week that she won 1st place amongst under 8 girls. According to her leader, this is the first time someone in our Scout group has won that category.
Miri participated in the 3K Esher District Scouts cross country event at the end of September. She just learned this week that she won 1st place amongst under 8 girls. According to her leader, this is the first time someone in our Scout group has won that category.
Akira has conquered her stage fright fear as she has performed three consecutive shows at the Walton on Thames, Cecil Hepworth Playhouse. Akira was delighted to receive a medal and she is very proud of herself.
Akira has conquered her stage fright fear as she has performed three consecutive shows at the Walton on Thames, Cecil Hepworth Playhouse. Akira was delighted to receive a medal and she is very proud of herself.
Confident Learner
Confident Learner
Congratulations to Theo who came second in a chess tournament, winning 5 out of 6 rounds and qualifying for London Juniors in December.
Congratulations to Theo who came second in a chess tournament, winning 5 out of 6 rounds and qualifying for London Juniors in December.
Piece of the Week
Piece of the Week
What has been happening in school?
What has been happening in school?
Learning a Makaton Sign
Learning a Makaton Sign
This week's sign be 'frost'.
This week's sign be 'frost'.
Year 1
Year 1
Last week, Year 1 got hands-on with materials today! We explored the properties of glass, metal, plastic, wool,and fabric. Then, we sorted objects into their material groups like true scientists! Who knew everyday things could teach us so much?
Last week, Year 1 got hands-on with materials today! We explored the properties of glass, metal, plastic, wool,and fabric. Then, we sorted objects into their material groups like true scientists! Who knew everyday things could teach us so much?
Year 3
Year 3
Last week, 3L took the spotlight in our first family assembly! They shared their amazing learning from across the curriculum, inspiring us all. From science to art, they truly shined!
Last week, 3L took the spotlight in our first family assembly! They shared their amazing learning from across the curriculum, inspiring us all. From science to art, they truly shined!
Year 6
Year 6
Bright ideas in 6B! This afternoon, we explored how to adjust the brightness of bulbs in a circuit. Turns out, adding more bulbs makes the light dimmer!
Bright ideas in 6B! This afternoon, we explored how to adjust the brightness of bulbs in a circuit. Turns out, adding more bulbs makes the light dimmer!
Year 6 stepped back in time at the Imperial War Museum! A powerful experience, bringing the realities of WWII to life.
Year 6 stepped back in time at the Imperial War Museum! A powerful experience, bringing the realities of WWII to life.
Mindfulness Arts and Crafts Club
Mindfulness Arts and Crafts Club
Mindful Arts and Crafts club is getting into the festive spirit by creating Christmas pictures!
Mindful Arts and Crafts club is getting into the festive spirit by creating Christmas pictures!
Sporting fixtures
Sporting fixtures
Well done to the KS1 and KS2 children who took part in the Panathlon Challenge last Friday. They completed a variety of fun sporting activities and worked really well as a team. Well done!
Well done to the KS1 and KS2 children who took part in the Panathlon Challenge last Friday. They completed a variety of fun sporting activities and worked really well as a team. Well done!
A huge well done to both of our football teams today for their performance in the @CFCFoundation Primary Stars Tournament. Both team made it all the way the the Quarter finals Well done everyone!
A huge well done to both of our football teams today for their performance in the @CFCFoundation Primary Stars Tournament. Both team made it all the way the the Quarter finals Well done everyone!
Information and Resources
Information and Resources
It’s that time of year! CENTURY’s Winter Cup will be running from 10th November - 8th December 2024. Scan the QR code for more information.
It’s that time of year! CENTURY’s Winter Cup will be running from 10th November - 8th December 2024. Scan the QR code for more information.
Help your child love maths!
Help your child love maths!
Learn to support your children to develop number confidence and a positive attitude to maths.
Learn to support your children to develop number confidence and a positive attitude to maths.
We want all children to feel confident with numbers, even if we struggle with maths ourselves.
We want all children to feel confident with numbers, even if we struggle with maths ourselves.
Everyone can help children with maths - you don't need to be an expert.
Everyone can help children with maths - you don't need to be an expert.
Join one of our workshops about supporting the children in your life to build positive attitudes towards numeracy. The session will cover the importance of maths in the real world, being positive about maths, how to boost your own number skills as an adult and activity ideas to enjoy everyday maths as a family.
Join one of our workshops about supporting the children in your life to build positive attitudes towards numeracy. The session will cover the importance of maths in the real world, being positive about maths, how to boost your own number skills as an adult and activity ideas to enjoy everyday maths as a family.
Register for the session on Thursday 21 November, 12-1pm: Surrey County Council: Help Your Child Love Maths workshop (typeform.com)
Register for the session on Thursday 21 November, 12-1pm: Surrey County Council: Help Your Child Love Maths workshop (typeform.com)
Online Parenting Courses - Family Lives
Online Parenting Courses - Family Lives
Being a parent has never been easy. There are no manuals for it, and previous generations may not be able to provide the insight you're looking for. The family unit is more dispersed than ever, with some families existing hundreds of miles from what may be called a 'core unit'. The rapid pace of societal change in the UK rapidly outstrips the knowledge of the immediate past. The result is that many parents may find themselves lost in a maelstrom of contradictory advice. For adults, time has never been more compacted. Family Lives has produced a series of online parenting courses, to make this challenge a little easier. If interested please follow the link below:
Being a parent has never been easy. There are no manuals for it, and previous generations may not be able to provide the insight you're looking for. The family unit is more dispersed than ever, with some families existing hundreds of miles from what may be called a 'core unit'. The rapid pace of societal change in the UK rapidly outstrips the knowledge of the immediate past. The result is that many parents may find themselves lost in a maelstrom of contradictory advice. For adults, time has never been more compacted. Family Lives has produced a series of online parenting courses, to make this challenge a little easier. If interested please follow the link below:
Family Lives offers a confidential and free* helpline service for families in England and Wales (previously known as Parentline). They can be contacted on 0808 800 2222 for emotional support, information, advice and guidance on any aspect of parenting and family life. Their website is also a rich source of useful support and advice.
Family Lives offers a confidential and free* helpline service for families in England and Wales (previously known as Parentline). They can be contacted on 0808 800 2222 for emotional support, information, advice and guidance on any aspect of parenting and family life. Their website is also a rich source of useful support and advice.
(* Free from landlines and most mobiles)
(* Free from landlines and most mobiles)
Pupil Premium is additional funding provided to schools to support children from specific backgrounds. This funding can provide valuable support for your child, including residential trips, trips, enrichment activities, and uniform assistance. If you are receiving certain benefits (listed in the attachment), your child may be eligible for this funding.
Pupil Premium is additional funding provided to schools to support children from specific backgrounds. This funding can provide valuable support for your child, including residential trips, trips, enrichment activities, and uniform assistance. If you are receiving certain benefits (listed in the attachment), your child may be eligible for this funding.
Justplay Music School is looking for new band mates and instrumental recruits for our fun, confidence building music lessons at HurstPark school! One to one Drums, Piano, Guitar, and Bass are all available during the school day as well as our lunchtime clubs, Jamming Together. Take part in our concerts and recording opportunities and discover your child's passion for music. We also have a Rock Band camp in half term!
Justplay Music School is looking for new band mates and instrumental recruits for our fun, confidence building music lessons at HurstPark school! One to one Drums, Piano, Guitar, and Bass are all available during the school day as well as our lunchtime clubs, Jamming Together. Take part in our concerts and recording opportunities and discover your child's passion for music. We also have a Rock Band camp in half term!
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