St Bernadette Catholic

Primary School

Dear Parents/Carers,

As we come to the end of a busy and exciting term, we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your continued support. The children have worked incredibly hard, embraced new challenges, and demonstrated kindness, resilience, and curiosity throughout the term. We are very proud of them all. The children are very special at St Bernadette school and the recent nativity performances highlighted that. A huge well done to all children and staff involved in our Christmas shows and carol services. The performances were joyful, confident, and beautifully delivered. Thank you to families for attending and supporting with costumes and rehearsals at home. We are deeply grateful for the faith, kindness, and support you show to your children and to our school community. Your partnership helps us nurture a place where Gospel values are lived out each day — a place of compassion, joy, and dignity for every child.

We would like to publicly thank the FABs team for all their hard work this term, especially for organising so many fantastic Christmas events! The FABS have raised over £4000 this term, which is fantastic and will go towards much needed resources.

Finally, I would like to thank the school staff in its widest sense. Mrs Sadek, our caretaker, the office staff, teaching assistants, MSA's, teachers and Governors, thank you for the commitment and care you show to each child on a daily basis. We are blessed to lead and lead with, individuals who are not only passionate about education but that also see the importance of the emotional well-being of the children in our care. Below is a list of all the extra activities the children have taken part in this term, and it shows all that goes into the children that is beyond the classroom.

We encourage children to enjoy reading for pleasure during the holidays. Whether it’s a festive story or a favourite chapter book, a little reading each day can make a big difference. Don’t forget to practise number facts in fun, everyday ways—cooking, shopping, and games all count!

On Monday, the children took part in a safeguarding assembly. The theme was 'Staying safe during the Christmas holidays'. We discussed topics such as, online safety, associated with new devices and games they might be lucky enough to receive. Road safety and remembering to wear their helmets and bright coloured clothes in the evening. We discussed fireworks on new years eve and attending busy events with their families. Most importantly, we discussed looking after their mental well-being. This discussion revolved around getting fresh air, exercise, talking openly to family members if they have any worries, getting good sleep and trying to eat healthy after all the chocolate and Christmas treats we are sure they will enjoy. The children were very receptive and could give lots of their own suggestions on staying safe.

Please make sure you give yourselves some time to relax over the break as well. This time of year can be stressful as well as enjoyable, so remember that you have done more than enough, and your children will simply enjoy spending time with you.

As we prepare to celebrate the birth of Jesus, we are reminded of the great hope, peace, and love that this holy season brings. Christmas invites us to pause, to reflect, and to recognise God’s presence in the simple and quiet moments of our daily lives.

May the light of Christ fill your homes with warmth this Christmas.
May His peace be with your families.
And may the New Year bring blessings of hope and renewal.

From the bottom of our hearts, we wish each of you a very happy and Holy Christmas!

Kind regards,

Mrs Lavelle-Murphy & Mrs Reilly

Upcoming Dates

End of Term - Fri 19th Dec at 1:30pm

Start of New Term - Tues 6th Jan

Nursery Open Morning - Weds 14th Jan at 9:15am (for prospective parents)

Phonics Parent Workshop - Thurs 22nd Jan at 9:30am (Reception Parents - sign up on Arbor)

Anxiety Workshop - Tues 27th Jan at 9am (contact the office to register your attendance)

Cultural Day - Weds 4th Feb at 2:45pm (Parents Invited)

Hudnall Park Meeting (Y4 Parents) - Mon 9th Feb at 2:45pm

Half Term - Mon 16th - Fri 20th Feb

Children Return to School - Mon 23rd Feb

Prayer at Home

Attendance Matters!

SEND News

The festive season should be fun for everyone but not all children and young people will find the Christmas period easy. Hertfordshire SEND have put together last year of different websites and resources with advice on how you can make sure that everyone you're sharing Christmas with is included:

Preparing for Christmas: Autism Resources

Christmas is a time of joy and celebration, but can be difficult for some autistic people. Here, the National Autistic Society explain some of the reasons why, and offer some autism-friendly Christmas tips.

Making Christmas accessible for those with a visual impairment
This article from SCOPE has some great suggestions for making Christmas more accessible for those with a visual impairment.

Making Christmas Deaf friendly
The National Deaf Children's Society have put together some top tips to help you make deaf children and young people feel included at Christmas time. You may want to share these with family and friends, or anyone who’ll be spending time with your child during the festive season.

Buying Christmas gifts
Fledglings is a not-for-profit shop selling essential aids for children and adults with a disability. Take a look at their selection of Christmas gifts for under £25.

Role of Honour 19.12.25

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Netball News

The results are in! The St Bernadette Lions and Tigers played 10 matches between them this term and were victorious in 8.

The Lions scored 40 goals in 5 matches and only conceded 12 putting them in first place in the preliminary rounds. The Lions have qualified for the Premier League for the fourth consecutive year, and the Tigers placed in a respectable Division 2 out of 6 Divisions and over 30 competing schools.

Top Goal Scorers so far this term are Evie (Lions) with a whopping 22 goals in 5 matches, with Sienna (Tigers) in second place with 16 and Elijah (Lions) a close third with 14.

A huge well done to the St Bernadette Netball squad for a strong performance so far this year.

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