Dear Parents/Carers,

It has been such a joy to return to school this week after my maternity leave. I've been truly touched by the warm welcome from staff, pupils, and parents - thank you all. One of the greatest pleasures has been seeing just how much the children have grown and progressed since I last saw them. Their confidence, curiosity, and kindness are evident in every classroom, and I couldn't be prouder of the learning and development that is taking place across the school.

We are slowly approaching the end of the academic year but have many exciting events taking place within the school before this happens. Year 6 is busily preparing for their spectacular end-of-year performance while our reception children are preparing to graduate from EYFS. It is important to take the time to enjoy these special moments, to pause and reflect on what matters most - our children. Their happiness, well-being, and learning remain at the heart of everything we do.

Celebrate My Year

Earlier this week a number of parents were able to join us to celebrate the children's year. I am sure we are all in agreement, that the children have worked unbelievably hard this academic year and have done us all tremendously proud. We look forward to celebrating this again, next year!

Holy Communion

A special congratulations goes to our Year 3 children and Cody (Y4) and Harvey (Y6) who celebrated their Holy Communion Mass this week. It was a beautiful and reverent occasion, and the children conducted themselves with such grace and maturity. We are all very proud of them.

Fundraising

Three of our Year 1 parents, Mr Wright, Mr Reeves and Mr Brown, are participating in a 170 km cycling event this weekend, taking on one of the world's most renowned touring routes, The Ring of Kenny. Very generously, they are raising funds for our school. More information can be found on their fundraising page www.gofundme.com We wish them the best of luck this weekend!

Wishing you all a restful and joyful weekend.

Best wishes

Mrs Reilly & Mrs Lavelle-Murphy

Important Upcoming Dates

Tuesday 8th July - KS2 Play Performance (Afternoon at 1:45pm & Evening at 5:30pm) KS2 children return to school by 5:15pm

Wednesday 9th July - KS2 Play Performance (Evening at 5:30pm) KS2 children return to school by 5:15pm

Thursday 10th July - Moving Up Day

Monday 14th July - Y6 Leavers Mass at 1:30pm *updated time

Tuesday 15th July - Reception Graduation 9:30am

Tuesday 15th July - Sports Day Races at 2pm

Wednesday 16th July - Leavers Assembly at 9:30am

Friday 18th July - Summer Fair & Mufti Day 3:30-5:00pm

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Kool Kidz Holiday Camps

We are excited to share a fantastic opportunity for families in our community this summer.

In collaboration with Kool Kidz Holiday Camps, Vista Support Services is pleased to offer 66 fully funded childcare places for children aged 4 to 12 years.

These places are available as part of the Kool Kidz Summer Camp running from:

Monday 28th July to Thursday 14th August 2025

This initiative aims to support families who may need additional help with childcare over the summer holiday period.

Key Information for Families:

Each child can attend up to 3 days (maximum 1 day per week).
Total value: £105 towards childcare costs.
Families can top up their booking if they need additional days (beyond the 3 funded days).
Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
To make a booking families can click on the QR code on the flyer, or the link is: https://forms.office.com/e/SdyjeML8p0
This is a booking enquiry only – confirmation will be sent separately once places are allocated.

Happy Camps

HAPpy camps are back once again for the summer holiday.

Children and teens living in Hertfordshire who get benefits-related free school meals can attend this FREE holiday activity provision.

As ever, HAPpy camps will offer a wide variety of activities with a nutritious meal included too!

Every camp is inclusive and able to meet the needs of most children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), provided the right information is supplied with their booking. There are also a limited number of SEND-specific camps which may be better for children with higher support needs. The HAPpy camps programme runs from 28 July – 29 August.

Find a HAPpy Camp near you

Roll of Honour - 27.06.25

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Year 4

Year 5

Year 6

Roll of Honour - 04.07.25

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Year 4

Year 5

Year 6

Nursery and Reception

Year 1 and Year 2

Years 3, 4, 5 and 6

DIOCESE JUBILEE AT WESTMINSTER CATHEDRAL

The Jubilee Year of Hope, declared by Pope Francis, is being celebrated throughout 2025, with a focus on pilgrimage, reconciliation, and acts of charity. In the Archdiocese of Westminster, a "Festival of Hope" took place at Westminster Cathedral on June 24th, involving over 100 schools and featuring a homily by Cardinal Vincent Nichols.

Some of the Leaders of Hope from Years 5 and 6 represented the school at the celebration. The children were fantastic. They represented our school beautifully and were lucky enough to meet the Cardinal at the end and have a photo with him. They showed that anyone regardless of age can be leaders of hope.

NETBALL TOURNAMENT

The entire school netball squad from Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 turned out to play in the sunshine at the St Bernadette Annual Tournament on Wednesday, with a fantastic display of netball skills and teamwork. The Year 6's Squad played a fierce match against the teachers and were victorious with a 6-3 win. The teachers match is one of the highlights of our netball calendar and it was thoroughly enjoyed by all!

Added to this, we had the pleasure of inviting our last years Lions and Tigers Alumni teams back from their respective Secondary Schools to rejoin our netball community and play against our current teams, as well as the players from Nicholas Breakspear who return to assist with coaching each week.

Our netball community reaches far and wide and we are grateful that so many past students give up their time to return and show support for their primary school club.

The Scores and Player of the Match results:

Year 3/4 v Year 3/4- 3-0 Oisin (Year 3) and Cian (Year 4)

Year 6 v Teachers- 6-3. Calvin (Year 6) and Miss Broom again! (Teachers)

Year 5 v Year 5- 3-2 (Daisy (year 4) and Sienna (Year 5)

Alumni Tigers v Year 5- 3-1 (Year 5) and Ali (Alumni Tigers)

Year 6 v Alumni Lions- 6-3 Calvin (Year 6) and Valentino (Alumni Lions)

Extra thanks to Beatrice Lyden from Nicholas Breakspear School for Umpiring the event and to FABS for being available to sell drinks and snacks to keep our spectators going!

A huge well done to all of the players involved for their skill and commitment.

JOB VACANCIES WITHIN THE TRUST

Please see the link below for more information regarding two different work opportunities within the trust.

KS1 Class Teacher

School Resources Co-ordinator

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