Dear Parents and Carers

Another busy week at St Michael's and there have been NFER tests taking place throughout the week in years 1 to 6, the results of which will come home on reports with your child on Monday in advance of the Parents Evenings.

We also had some four legged visitors, including Richard (puppy) and Loki (hamster) in Year 1 linking to their science topic 'Animals including Humans' which they are exploring this half term.

Year 5 had a great trip to the Science Museum yesterday and this morning we were all thoroughly entertained with the wonderful Celebration of Learning assembly led by Year 2. The acting, singing and dancing were superb. Thank you to the children for all their efforts, the staff for all their hard work and you the parents for their costumes, helping them learn their lines and for coming to support them. It was so much fun hearing all about the lives of so many different and exciting explorers from the past!

As I write there is the familiar annual sea of red around the school in honour of Red Nose Day as part of our Lent Appeal 2024. If you haven't already done so please do pay the £3 donation on Parentmail in support of all our Lent charities this year.  We are so grateful for all your help and support.

In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” Acts 20:35

Next week are the last two parent consultations afternoons with Inclusion along with parents evenings on Wednesday and Thursday.  This is also a time when you will be able to explore your child's books and classroom. We look forward to seeing you then.

Lucky Year 1 are out all day at the Tower of London on Wednesday and on Thursday Year 3 are taking part in a Stone Age Workshop.

Friday is Maths Day all day and the children will be dressing up in sums and numbers as they see fit!

The same day, Year 5 pupils are cooking pizza in the Hall and Year 6 are out all day at the AFC Wimbledon.   What a busy week ahead!

In the meantime, warmest wishes to our families who began Ramadan on the 10th March.  We are delighted that members of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association (AMYA) in association with Fasl Mosque are coming in to share this important occasion for many of our families with our pupils. This continues to develop our pupil's cultural capital, promoting diversity and inclusion within our school community. Pupils will have the opportunity to engage in an interactive assembly where they can ask questions and deepen their understanding of how and why this important part of the Islamic calendar is observed.

Best wishes for the weekend

Angela Harris

Acting Head

We are delighted to welcome the arrival of our new 'Ink Bin'. Please do bring in your home printer ink cartridges (the inkjet type - we cannot accept toner cartridges) for recycling - it is not only easier than a trip to Smuggler's Way, it will also raise money for the PTA to continue supporting the school. This is a win-win for us - we do the right thing for the environment and we raise money without taking it from your pockets. The Ink Bin will be available at the main school door daily and we are hoping it will prove to be an ongoing successful initiative.

I was lucky enough today to see the Y2 assembly, having watched Y3 perform a few weeks ago, and it really has been a treat. The work that the children and staff have put into their learning and sharing that knowledge is so wonderful to see. The PTA wanted to be at the assemblies to have the chance to speak directly to parents in their year groups - we want everyone to know that their contribution is welcome and needed for the PTA to continue successfully raising funds to help our children and the staff who support them. As we approach the summer season, we will soon be asking for volunteers to lead on certain aspects of the fete - a particular stall, overseeing the side attractions, ensuring that all the tables and benches make it to the field and back again in the same condition. Please do consider what you can do to play your part throughout - the fete is not just four hours on a Saturday, we need the help before and after to make it all work. 

If you have any questions or suggestions please do let us know pta@stmichaels.wandsworth.sch.uk.

PTA Co-chair(s)

on behalf of the PTA Committee

PTA Website 

Year 5 Trip to the Science Museum:

Year 5's excursion to the Science Museum proved to be an enlightening venture, especially in unveiling the mysteries of Earth and space.  The learners were treated to a visual feast of the planets, bringing our celestial neighbours within touching distance, metaphorically speaking. 

The were able to see the wonderful astronauts, rockets, and, to the amusement of our young scientist, a space nappty! However, it was the rare opportunity to witness a fragment of moon rock that captured the imagination of all. 

A heartfelt thank you is extended to the marvellous parents who volunteered, contributing their time to enrich our experience, and to the students, whose exemplary behaviour made the day all the more enjoyable. 

Adele Stewart

Assessment Report Sheets:

These will be coming home with your child on Monday in advance of parents evenings on Wednesday 20th and Thursday 21st March.

Some clubs will be disrupted on these days - please refere to today's Parentmail for full details.

The Baby Chicks Have Gone Back Home:

Nursery have had some hen eggs that they were able to watch hatch inside an incubator.

 This week the children have really enjoyed looking after the chicks as they have started to grow bigger, flap their wings and jump about. 

The children also built a 'chicken run' and took turns to gently hold the chicks, as well as feeding them treats like little pieces of broccoli. They were able to learn lots about the life cycle of a hen. 

Kirstin Lawrence

Maths Day: 

Friday 22nd March 2024

Children can come dressed in a number-themed outfit!

Parents are also invited to come and talk about how you use Maths in your own working day/everyday life.   

If you can offer five minutes of your time on this day please contact Mrs Stewart astewart@stmichaels.wandsworth.sch.uk

or Miss Fryer: cfryer@stmichaels.wandsworth.sch.uk

St Michaels House Talent Show:

Thursday 28th March

To mark the end of a fantastic term we will be holding a light hearted and fun house talent show for the children on the last day of term . 

Children from Years 1 to 6 will split into their houses and children that would like to perform will perform to their House. Our House Captains will then pick some acts to represent their House and perform to the whole school. We are asking the children to perform in groups where possible to allow more children to take part. 

We want this to be a fun distraction and children can practice during break and lunchtimes. The children will be given more information on how to sign up over the next couple of weeks but can start coming up with ideas. The event will give children across year groups to come together in a supportive environment either as a performer or spectator.

Carl Rochford

All Stars Tennis Camps: £25 off!

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SENCO Surgery:

Monday mornings : 8:30am - 9:00am

Feel free to drop in via the front office to speak to Jenny Constable, SENCO, on a first come first served ad hoc basis.

Parent Prayer Group:

Meeting in school straight after drop off from 8.30/40am to about 9:15am

Future Dates:

April 15th

June 3rd 

1 July

Come through the front office to collect a Visitor pass and then meet in the Oasis room through to KS1 and on the left hand side.

Prayer Box:

Please feel free to come and post your prayer requests in the box at the front desk of the office in advance of each Parent Prayer Group meeting.