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Dear Families,
Dear Families,
We hope you all had a restful and enjoyable half-term break.
It’s been a wonderful start to the new half term, with the children settling back into routines beautifully and engaging enthusiastically with their new units of work. We know how busy this half term can be, so it’s been especially lovely to begin with such a calm and focused atmosphere across the school.
As we look ahead, the diary is beginning to fill with the many exciting events that November and December bring. Next week, we begin with our Remembrance Service led by Reverend Sarah on Monday. On Tuesday, our eldest children will represent the school at the village memorial service. We’ll then round off the week with our Children in Need day on Friday 14th November.
As is tradition at Sarratt School, we invite all children and staff to come to school in non-uniform, wearing something spotty to mark the occasion. Donations can be made directly to the charity via the BBC Children in Need website.
Please see the diary below for a full list of upcoming events—we have lots to look forward to as we head into the festive season.
Warmest regards,
Nicola O'Hare
Head Teacher
P.S. Don’t forget to follow our Instagram for the latest updates on school activities!
Gold Book
Gold Book
Reception
Reception
Oakley has been trying so hard in Phonics and Drawing Club. He approaches each task with curiosity and positivity - well done!
Year 1
Year 1
Rupert has made a wonderful start to the new half term demonstrating an excellent approach to learning. He is listening to instructions, making positive choices and persevering!
Year 2
Year 2
August has come back to school with a can-do attitude! He is working hard, concentrating and producing amazing work as a result!
Year 3
Year 3
Oliver has been making a real effort to improve his presentation, especially in his maths book. He has also been helping his classmates when they are struggling with column addition and subtractions.
Year 4
Year 4
Oscar has shown resilience and perseverance in the pool, making wonderful progress in swimming. He is also a times table whizz! Well done, Oscar!
Year 5
Year 5
Lilah created a powerful and poignant remembrance poem. Her cinquain contained beautiful imagery while keeping to the correct syllable count.
Georgia is unstoppable on the netball court - she starts every attack, covers ground and intercepts passes to steal the ball. A potential star of the future!
Year 6
Year 6
Ginny shows imagination and creativity in her literacy. Her writing is truly wonderful to read - full of tension and excitement. An author in the making!
Dates
Dates
Mon 10th November Remembrance Service in school
Tue 11th November Village Remembrance Service
Fri 14th November Children in Need 2025 – Wear Spots!
Wed 19th November 7.30pm Parenting in the Digital Age Workshop
Fri 21st November Non-Uniform Day - bring a donation for the Christmas Fair
Fri 28th November 3.30pm Christmas Fair
Fri 12th December 2.15pm Nativity Dress Rehearsal
Mon 15th December 2.15pm Nativity
Tue 16th December 9.15am Nativity
Tue 16th December 2.15pm KS2 Performance
Wed 17th December Christmas Jumper and Lunch Day
Wed 17th December 9.15am KS2 Performance
Wed 17th December 3.30pm PTA Film Night
Thu 18th December Walking Nativity around Sarratt Village
Fri 19th December 9.00am Christmas Service
Fri 19th December 1.30pm School Closes for Christmas
For all term dates, please visit: https://sarratt.herts.sch.uk/news-dates/
PTA News
PTA News
Events Calendar 2025/26
Event.pdfThese events can only run successfully with volunteers. You can help as much or as little you want. Please email Helen pta.chair@sarratt.herts.sch.uk to find out more about how you can get involved.
Do you have specific skill set or ideas/feedback you want to share with us? Contact us at the above email.
Many thanks in advance for all your support,
Sarratt School PTA
Parenting in The Digital Age
Parenting in The Digital Age
As many of you know, Camilla and Louise, fellow Sarratt parents, created a Smartphone Survey last term to better understand parents’ and carers’ attitudes and concerns around smartphone use among children. You can view the results by clicking the link below.
Building on the findings of the survey, Camilla and Louise have now organised a Parenting in the Digital Age workshop evening. The aim is to support parents and carers in navigating the challenges of raising children in a digital world.
When: Wednesday 19th November 7.30pm- 9pm.
Where: Sarratt School Hall/ or virtually.
How: Sign up for your free ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/parenting-in-the-digital-age-workshop-tickets-1733750627799?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
Microsoft Teams links for virtual attendees will be emailed closer to the date. We look forward to seeing you there!.
LH—ParentTalk—191125SPS.pdfChurch News
Church News
Vacancy: Parish Administrator – Sarratt and Chipperfield
The Benefice of Holy Cross, Sarratt and St. Paul's, Chipperfield is seeking an enthusiastic, motivated, and highly organised person to join the team as a part-time Parish Administrator.
The role sits at the heart of parish life and offers a unique opportunity to play a key part in supporting both parish missions and day-to-day operations serving the local community.
The role involves providing comprehensive support to the Rector and Churchwardens in all administrative matters within the parishes, including secretarial and office management duties. Some previous secretarial or administrative experience is therefore essential. Honesty and the ability to maintain confidentiality are essential.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong administrative skills, efficiency and excellent interpersonal abilities along with a good IT proficiency. A good working knowledge of Word, Excel, and Outlook is essential. They must have a willingness to understand and support the vision and objectives of the Christian Church and Church of England.
Hours of work: 16 per week, flexible over 3 days (Monday to Friday)
Salary: £14 - £16 per hour, depending on experience.
The post will be subject to a basic DBS check and will report to the Rector and PCC's.
References will be taken up after interview. Please indicate clearly if anyone may not be approached at this stage.
If you would like to apply for this position, please email your CV to rectorchipperfieldsarratt@outlook.com by the closing date of 1st December 2025.
Please note: Applicants must have current permission to work in the UK and be able to provide proof of eligibility.
Our recruitment process will comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018. You can request to know how your personal data will be used.
Family Support
Family Support
Below are details of local services available to support families in our community.
Raise Resilience - Dacorum - November 2025.pdfPlease find above the flyer for Raise Resilience: As part of the Bounce Forward and DSPL8 Dacorum Partnership taking place next week on Wednesday 12th November.
A free parenting course for parents and carers of Dacorum, please can you share this with your families and service users.
The flyer has all the information need as well as the correct links to book, but here are the links just in case:
Webpage: https://bounceforward.com/raise-resilience-dacorum/
Register: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6cplF3IFRNGX8VMhON2eOw#/registration
Children's Wellbeing Practitioner Workshop Leaflet OCTOBER-DECEMBER 25.pdfFamily Centre Service Leaflet - Reception Parents 2025-2026 pdf.pdfAdverts
Adverts
Scout poster.pdf
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