Sarratt School Newsletter
Courage Compassion Creativity
Courage Compassion Creativity
This week, we proudly opened a very special new space in our school—a place of remembrance for our community. For many years, Mrs. Helen Bailey served as a dedicated Teaching Assistant at our school. Sadly, she passed away in 2023 after battling Motor Neurone Disease. In her honour, we have been working to create a small memorial garden—a tranquil space where both children and adults can find comfort, reflection, and support.
This week, the hard work and contributions of our community came together for yesterday’s grand unveiling. Reverend Sarah led a heartfelt blessing and dedication, bringing together Mrs. Bailey’s family, staff, and children to celebrate her memory. It was a truly special moment for everyone involved, as they witnessed the beautiful tribute to a much-loved member of our school.
The children who knew her best created the artwork for the vibrant mural that serves as the centrepiece of the garden, adding colour and joy to the space.
A huge, heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped make this vision a reality.
Next week, we will open the side gate in the corner of the car park at the end of the school day, allowing families to visit the memorial garden.
On Wednesday, 12th June, Mrs. Whitewood will be in school to take Class Group Photos. These will be available for purchase and will also be displayed in the school entrance hall.
Warmest regards,
Nicola O'Hare
Head Teacher
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Message from Croxley Green Library
I’m pleased to say that the Summer Reading Challenge will be returning to libraries over the summer!
This year’s challenge is based around the theme ‘Story Garden – Adventures in Nature and Great Outdoors’.
At Croxley Green Library we will be challenging children to read six library books (or Library eBooks/eAudiobooks) between Saturday 5th July and Saturday 6th September.
The Summer Reading Challenge is designed to broaden reading horizons, maintain reading levels for the next academic year and above all, be fun! It’s a fun, free activity that encourages healthy reading habits. Other incentives include stickers, a medal, an SRC themed pencil, a certificate and entry into a prize draw for an exclusive event.
Thea has been working super hard - using her phonics knowledge to write sentences and even creating her own books adding illustrations!
Kellymarie has been using her sounds to produce some fabulous sentences in phonics. She is also working really hard on her letter formation. Well done!
Ariaz comes to school each day with a big smile, ready to learn and always tries his best! We can't ask for any more than that!
Violet could be in the Gold Book every week! Dedicated and hard working, I have been particuluarly impressed by her growing independence and resilience!
Helena has made very thoughtful contributions during RE lessons. Her questions and thoughts enhance the understanding of everyone in Year 3.
Throughout our DT project, Megan has stood out for her patience, support and resilience - she is an absolute superstar!
Orla demonstrated great determination during SATs week, showing a real commitment to her learning. She takes ownership of her progress and consistently challenges herself.
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The LONG SUMMER Holidays are fast approaching. The Sunrise to Sunset Holiday Club, which is FREEPLAY & OUTDOOR focused, will be open for 4 weeks in AUGUST for children aged 4 to 11 years old in leafy CHORLEYWOOD. Their team is HIGHLY EXPERIENCED. Book & pay on or before Sunday 1st June & get up to a 20% DISCOUNT.
Https://sites.google.com/a/sunriseandsunset.org/www/holiday-clubs
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Hair
Long Hair (below shoulder length) must be tied up for school (i.e. in a ponytail, bun or plait). Any hair decoration must be discrete and in school colours.
Jewellery
Jewellery is limited to a watch and small ear studs only. Earrings must be removed on PE days.
Make-up
Make-up and Nail Varnish are not permitted.
Punctuality
The beginning of the day is an important time in school. Please ensure that children are in school by 8.45am when the gates close.
Snacks and Water
Make sure your child comes to school with a water bottle each day. Children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 are provided with a snack in the morning. Children in KS2 can bring a fruit or vegetable snack to school for playtime.
Medication
If your child needs additional medication, please fill in this form and drop it into the school office.
Request for school to administer medication form
Health and Safety
The climbing frames are out of bounds before and after school. When entering the school via the main gates, please use the path to the side of the carpark. Please park considerately and turn-engines off when dropping off and picking up.
We would like to politely remind all to not walk through the school staff car park at any time. For safety reasons please use the designated side pavement, it is a working car park and can therefore be potentially dangerous
Please do not let children run or play in the school car park.
Uniform
On non-PE days, children must come to school in full uniform including black school shoes or boots (not UGG Boots). On wet/ icy days, children can bring a change of footwear for school if necessary. Please ensure your child has an outdoor jacket everyday. We always aim to have the children outside as much as possible during playtime and lunchtime.
School Shoes
We have noticed an increasing number of children wearing trainers to school. While we do permit shoe style all black trainers as we recognise these can be a more affordable option, we do not permit black trainers such as baseball or running trainers. See images below for clarification.
Online Safety is an important part of keeping children safe from harm.
We have security measures in place in school, which are constantly reviewed, to help safeguard pupils from any potential dangers. Online Safety is taught to all pupils explaining and demonstrating how to stay safe and behave appropriately online.
We can only be successful in keeping children safe online if we work with you to ensure the e-safety message is consistent. Your help is needed to talk to your children about how they can keep safe and behave appropriately online.
Children are accessing a greater amount of content online, than we were ever exposed to in our childhood. Children can accidently or deliberately be exposed to unwanted or unpleasant content or comments online and there are steps you can take at home to minimise this risk.
The NSPCC provide guidance on how to protect children online for parents including setting controls, talking to your child and how to report concerns.
https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/
New Statutory Guidance regarding unauthorised absence and Penalty Notice Fines.
Good attendance starts at primary school - children who have attendance of 97% or above achieve better outcomes in school and have the best opportunities in their adult life.
If your child misses school regularly, this will affect friendships as well as academic outcomes. It can be hard for a child who misses lots of school to form and maintain relationships with their classmates.
Being on time is also vital. Arriving late at school can be very disruptive for your child, their teacher and the other children in the class.
Attend Today, Achieve Tomorrow!
We have always prided ourselves on being an open and approachable school and believe that good communication with our families is important to the success of our school.
Class Whatsapp groups are a valuable platform for parents to share information, particularly for those families who are new to the school and have limited opportunities to interact in the playground. If you have any questions or concerns regarding any area of school life or would like to share important information regarding your child, we would ask you to speak to the school directly. There are very clear channels available for doing this, outlined on the parent information pages of our website. We are always here to listen and will endeavour to address any issues quickly and effectively.
Below is the link to the list of who to contact should you need any information about a specific area of school life. Should you wish to raise any questions or concerns directly regarding your child, the class teacher is always the first point of contact. If you have spoken to the class teacher but feel the issue is not resolved or should you require further information, then please make an appointment to see the Phase Leader – Mrs Whittaker for Reception and KS1 children and Mrs Serby for KS2 children.