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Create, Equip, Partner
Create, Equip, Partner
Dear Parents and Carers
Dear Parents and Carers
It's been another busy week here in school, with a great Year 1 trip to the Guildhall on Monday.
It's been another busy week here in school, with a great Year 1 trip to the Guildhall on Monday.
We are grateful to Mr Simon Fell MP (and parent) who came to speak to the children that morning, and then later in the week we welcomed some other very special speakers (parents) who gave up their time to inspire the children about their careers. Thank you to Mrs Doyle, Ms Quevilly, Mr Paget Skelin and Ms Wood-Mitchell.
We are grateful to Mr Simon Fell MP (and parent) who came to speak to the children that morning, and then later in the week we welcomed some other very special speakers (parents) who gave up their time to inspire the children about their careers. Thank you to Mrs Doyle, Ms Quevilly, Mr Paget Skelin and Ms Wood-Mitchell.
On Tuesday we held the ABRSM exams for 14 children in school and also our Inclusion Consultation days took place on both Tuesday and Thursday.
On Tuesday we held the ABRSM exams for 14 children in school and also our Inclusion Consultation days took place on both Tuesday and Thursday.
On Wednesday Year 5 had a really fun pizza making session, with our grateful thanks to Edwards and Ward. See pictures below.
On Wednesday Year 5 had a really fun pizza making session, with our grateful thanks to Edwards and Ward. See pictures below.
This morning a special assembly took place in front of Year 2 and parents when our budding musicians gave beautiful renditions of what they have learnt in their peripatetic lessons. We hope that this has inspired a new generation of young talent to sign up to the various music sessions on offer.
This morning a special assembly took place in front of Year 2 and parents when our budding musicians gave beautiful renditions of what they have learnt in their peripatetic lessons. We hope that this has inspired a new generation of young talent to sign up to the various music sessions on offer.
Next Week:
Next Week:
I can hardly believe it's the last week of term already and we are looking forward to welcoming Reverend Ian Tattum from St Barnabas to speak to the whole school assembly on Monday.
I can hardly believe it's the last week of term already and we are looking forward to welcoming Reverend Ian Tattum from St Barnabas to speak to the whole school assembly on Monday.
Also on Monday we have the last of the Year 5 Level 1 Cycle Training taking place in school and on Tuesday all staff and pupils will be going over to St Michael's Church for a special end of term Easter church service. (Please note this is for children and staff only).
Also on Monday we have the last of the Year 5 Level 1 Cycle Training taking place in school and on Tuesday all staff and pupils will be going over to St Michael's Church for a special end of term Easter church service. (Please note this is for children and staff only).
On Wednesday and Thursday the pupils who take part in Let's Rock will be performing to their parents.
On Wednesday and Thursday the pupils who take part in Let's Rock will be performing to their parents.
We are re running the Internet Safety Talk at 8:45 am on Friday - all welcome but no children please.
We are re running the Internet Safety Talk at 8:45 am on Friday - all welcome but no children please.
Then on Friday, reports will be going home with the children and they will also be enjoying a special Disco Day before the end of term at 2pm.
Then on Friday, reports will be going home with the children and they will also be enjoying a special Disco Day before the end of term at 2pm.
Please do pick up your child/ren promptly so that my staff can get away for their break too.
Please do pick up your child/ren promptly so that my staff can get away for their break too.
Finally, please see below to hear all about our exciting Year 6 'Recital Cafe' taking place on Friday afternoon....
Finally, please see below to hear all about our exciting Year 6 'Recital Cafe' taking place on Friday afternoon....
Best wishes for the weekend
Best wishes for the weekend
AMG, Headteacher
AMG, Headteacher
Year 6 Cafe (Courageous Advocacy Event)
Year 6 Cafe (Courageous Advocacy Event)
Friday 31st March, 1-2pm, School Hall
Friday 31st March, 1-2pm, School Hall
A group of Year 6 children have come up with a lovely fundraising idea to support one of their friends.
A group of Year 6 children have come up with a lovely fundraising idea to support one of their friends.
There will be:
There will be:
A lemonade stall
A bake sale
Many busking performances
Arts and Crafts
A whole year group performance at the end
"What not to love? Come along with your cash and donate to the Lent Appeal 2023 in aid of Winston's Wish.
"What not to love? Come along with your cash and donate to the Lent Appeal 2023 in aid of Winston's Wish.
Everything is organised by the Year 6 pupils who have put a lot of effort into this day. You can drop in as many times as you like during this special hour, or you are welcome to stay for the whole thing.
Everything is organised by the Year 6 pupils who have put a lot of effort into this day. You can drop in as many times as you like during this special hour, or you are welcome to stay for the whole thing.
You'll experience more if you do!"
You'll experience more if you do!"
Considerate Drop Off and Collection:
Considerate Drop Off and Collection:
As some might have seen, I have extended my job remit to 'parking violation attendant'! I stepped out of the gates to watch (with dismay I might add) at the number of parents who still do not consider careful parking in the bays. My letter sent a week or so ago giving examples of what we witnessed still causes concern, even at the end of the week. Once again we received complaints from our neighbours regarding dangerous parking around the area at pick up and drop off. One poor neighbour could not get his car out as a parent blocked the driveway.
As some might have seen, I have extended my job remit to 'parking violation attendant'! I stepped out of the gates to watch (with dismay I might add) at the number of parents who still do not consider careful parking in the bays. My letter sent a week or so ago giving examples of what we witnessed still causes concern, even at the end of the week. Once again we received complaints from our neighbours regarding dangerous parking around the area at pick up and drop off. One poor neighbour could not get his car out as a parent blocked the driveway.
So.....once again,
So.....once again,
Please do not park across driveways, pathways, on corners and/or zig zags or yellow lines and please be considerate for the safety of the children at our school.
Please do not park across driveways, pathways, on corners and/or zig zags or yellow lines and please be considerate for the safety of the children at our school.
Could I also rally the support of parents who do walk to school to encourage others to do so and if you witness inconsiderate and dangerous parking, alert the office with the car registration number and the make of car, as the traffic enforcement office is now taking a list. Thank you and let's keep our school community safe. If you drive a little further up Viewfield to the triangle are there is lots of free parking!
Could I also rally the support of parents who do walk to school to encourage others to do so and if you witness inconsiderate and dangerous parking, alert the office with the car registration number and the make of car, as the traffic enforcement office is now taking a list. Thank you and let's keep our school community safe. If you drive a little further up Viewfield to the triangle are there is lots of free parking!
Attendance:
Attendance:
Our target for the year is: 97%
Our target for the year is: 97%
Our attendance for the year to date is: 96.7% %
Our attendance for the year to date is: 96.7% %
This week our attendance was: 96.8%%
This week our attendance was: 96.8%%
Well done to 5S and 3S for 100% this week!
Well done to 5S and 3S for 100% this week!
This week there are 23 pupils who have had 10% or more absence in this school year to date, falling under the Government's 94% attendance guidance.
This week there are 23 pupils who have had 10% or more absence in this school year to date, falling under the Government's 94% attendance guidance.
As we near the end of term, please be reminded that taking days off before the Easter break will be unauthorised.
As we near the end of term, please be reminded that taking days off before the Easter break will be unauthorised.
Save the date: Coronation Celebration:
Save the date: Coronation Celebration:
Friday 5th May
Friday 5th May
We will be celebrating His Majesty's Coronation on Friday 5th May.
We will be celebrating His Majesty's Coronation on Friday 5th May.
It will be a day of celebration for the pupils and parents.
It will be a day of celebration for the pupils and parents.
The singing rehearsals are well underway along with planning the day... one to hold in our memories.
The singing rehearsals are well underway along with planning the day... one to hold in our memories.
We would like you to join us in all your regal finery and come and party!
We would like you to join us in all your regal finery and come and party!
Our PTA:
Our PTA:
We hope everyone is doing well and enjoying the final weeks of term
We hope everyone is doing well and enjoying the final weeks of term
Our rescheduled meeting will take place next Tuesday 28th at 8 pm via Zoom. You can access the meeting using the following link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86223877142?pwd=Y2xCYnZaK1ZnT1JxeGRDdFAzZkVoZz09. We invite all members to attend and learn more about the PTA's past, present, and future with an all important finance update.
Our rescheduled meeting will take place next Tuesday 28th at 8 pm via Zoom. You can access the meeting using the following link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86223877142?pwd=Y2xCYnZaK1ZnT1JxeGRDdFAzZkVoZz09. We invite all members to attend and learn more about the PTA's past, present, and future with an all important finance update.
Additionally, we are currently looking for individuals who may be interested in co-chairing the PTA next year. If you'd like to find out more about this opportunity or get involved in any other way, please do get in touch with us at pta@stmichaels.wandsworth.sch.uk.
Additionally, we are currently looking for individuals who may be interested in co-chairing the PTA next year. If you'd like to find out more about this opportunity or get involved in any other way, please do get in touch with us at pta@stmichaels.wandsworth.sch.uk.
Facebook:@StMikesCoE
Facebook:@StMikesCoE
Twitter:@StMikesCoE
Twitter:@StMikesCoE
Don't forget to look out for updates on school life throughout the week on Facebook and Twitter so you don't miss out.
Don't forget to look out for updates on school life throughout the week on Facebook and Twitter so you don't miss out.
New Facegroup Group for Parents:
New Facegroup Group for Parents:
This is a closed group for St Michael's parents to share their swaps and buys and sells:
This is a closed group for St Michael's parents to share their swaps and buys and sells:
You can put in a request to join the group via this link:
You can put in a request to join the group via this link:
News and Notices:
News and Notices:
EYFS Visitors This Week:
EYFS Visitors This Week:
This week in Reception, we had some visitors from the Nursery! We were fortunate enough to look after the chicks for the day.
This week in Reception, we had some visitors from the Nursery! We were fortunate enough to look after the chicks for the day.
We reflected on the life-cycle and what we had previously learnt before coming into Reception and what the chicks needed in order to survive.
We reflected on the life-cycle and what we had previously learnt before coming into Reception and what the chicks needed in order to survive.
We discussed how to hold the chicks and the importance of being gentle with our hands and our voices. It was so much fun & a lovely, memorable experience!
We discussed how to hold the chicks and the importance of being gentle with our hands and our voices. It was so much fun & a lovely, memorable experience!
Careers Talk Assemblies:
Careers Talk Assemblies:
The PSHE Faculty Lead invited some of our parents with various careers to school to speak to the children about their journey into their chosen profession and how they've exercised a growth mindset (persistence, collaboration, innovation or reflection).
The PSHE Faculty Lead invited some of our parents with various careers to school to speak to the children about their journey into their chosen profession and how they've exercised a growth mindset (persistence, collaboration, innovation or reflection).
We had the pleasure to welcome Mr Fell, Ms Quevilly, Mrs Doyle, Ms Wood-Mitchell and Mr Paget Skelin who specialise in politics, advertising, creativity and technology, counselling, child psychology and law.
We had the pleasure to welcome Mr Fell, Ms Quevilly, Mrs Doyle, Ms Wood-Mitchell and Mr Paget Skelin who specialise in politics, advertising, creativity and technology, counselling, child psychology and law.
Here are a few key messages shared by the professionals:
Here are a few key messages shared by the professionals:
- every day is an opportunity to learn
- practice persistence
- check in with your emotions so that you can function at your best
- learn to collaborate with different types of people
- be curious and find innovative ways to solve problems
The PSHE faculty has a continued commitment to improving our pupils' social, moral, emotional and personal development. In the future, we hope to welcome more parents in to inspire the children and show them they can dream big and achieve their goals.
The PSHE faculty has a continued commitment to improving our pupils' social, moral, emotional and personal development. In the future, we hope to welcome more parents in to inspire the children and show them they can dream big and achieve their goals.
Mrs Stewart (PSHE Faculty Lead)
Mrs Stewart (PSHE Faculty Lead)
Year 1 Visit to Guildhall:
Year 1 Visit to Guildhall:
On Monday, Year 1 went on a history based trip to the Guildhall Art Gallery and to see The Monument and Pudding Lane.
On Monday, Year 1 went on a history based trip to the Guildhall Art Gallery and to see The Monument and Pudding Lane.
The children represented St Michael's very well and exceeded the expectations we have for trips - their teachers were very proud of them!
The children represented St Michael's very well and exceeded the expectations we have for trips - their teachers were very proud of them!
We caught the tube to Mansion House and then walked to the Guildhall Art Gallery. At the gallery we took part in a workshop all about the Great Fire of London. We looked at a map from the early 1600's and at various paintings of artists' impressions of the fire.
We caught the tube to Mansion House and then walked to the Guildhall Art Gallery. At the gallery we took part in a workshop all about the Great Fire of London. We looked at a map from the early 1600's and at various paintings of artists' impressions of the fire.
We then walked down to see The Monument and Pudding Lane.
We then walked down to see The Monument and Pudding Lane.
We sketched The Monument in our sketch books and imagined what London might have looked like in 1666. We talked about how London has changed over the years and what people did differently after the Great Fire of London. We even had a packed lunch with Samuel Pepys!
We sketched The Monument in our sketch books and imagined what London might have looked like in 1666. We talked about how London has changed over the years and what people did differently after the Great Fire of London. We even had a packed lunch with Samuel Pepys!
A big thank you to the parents, carers and staff members for coming on the trip with Year 1 - it is very much appreciated. Partnerships such as this allow for learning outside of the classroom and help bring history alive for young learners.
A big thank you to the parents, carers and staff members for coming on the trip with Year 1 - it is very much appreciated. Partnerships such as this allow for learning outside of the classroom and help bring history alive for young learners.
Miss Cunningham and Mrs Craythorne.
Miss Cunningham and Mrs Craythorne.
Year 5 Pizza Making Photo Gallery:
Year 5 Pizza Making Photo Gallery:
In-School Music Concert:
In-School Music Concert:
A lovely concert given by the Wind orchestra and String groups was enjoyed by Lower phase, Red and Green classes, and parents on Friday morning. A big Mrs Minster pat on the back to everyone who performed - you worked hard and sounded great!
A lovely concert given by the Wind orchestra and String groups was enjoyed by Lower phase, Red and Green classes, and parents on Friday morning. A big Mrs Minster pat on the back to everyone who performed - you worked hard and sounded great!
Also, well done to all the children who did their ABRSM exams this week in school. Everyone played beautifully and we are looking forward to receiving the results very soon.
Also, well done to all the children who did their ABRSM exams this week in school. Everyone played beautifully and we are looking forward to receiving the results very soon.
Mrs Minster, Head of Music
Mrs Minster, Head of Music
Ramdan Kareem to those observing Ramadan.
Ramdan Kareem to those observing Ramadan.
Some year 5 students shared a PowerPoint in class about the Holy month of Ramadan.
Some year 5 students shared a PowerPoint in class about the Holy month of Ramadan.
The children worked hard for over two weeks to include key facts e.g. Ramadan lasts for 30 days. This year is the first time that Lent, Passover and Ramadan have a cross-over in dates!
The children worked hard for over two weeks to include key facts e.g. Ramadan lasts for 30 days. This year is the first time that Lent, Passover and Ramadan have a cross-over in dates!
We encourage all children to share their faith and passions with their peers.
We encourage all children to share their faith and passions with their peers.
The SAS Group and 'Little Troopers':
The SAS Group and 'Little Troopers':
Please follow the link to the online newspaper of a military charity that supports our forces children here at St Michael's:
Please follow the link to the online newspaper of a military charity that supports our forces children here at St Michael's:
Book Donations:
Book Donations:
We no longer need any more thank you as we have been inundated and the reading areas throughout school have now had a lovely refresh!
We no longer need any more thank you as we have been inundated and the reading areas throughout school have now had a lovely refresh!
Thank you for your generosity.
Thank you for your generosity.
Summer Clubs
Summer Clubs
You are now able to book additional clubs as available on Parentmail.
You are now able to book additional clubs as available on Parentmail.
There are 18 clubs (excluding the by invite only music clubs) which range from computing, skyscraper club, mathemagicians, yoga, dance, tennis, rugby, athletics and plenty more besides.
There are 18 clubs (excluding the by invite only music clubs) which range from computing, skyscraper club, mathemagicians, yoga, dance, tennis, rugby, athletics and plenty more besides.
PLEASE NOTE THERE ARE NO CLUBS IN THE LAST
AND FIRST WEEKS OF TERM
Being A Courageous Advocate:
Being A Courageous Advocate:
w/c Monday 20th March
w/c Monday 20th March
The focus for this week has been on being an individual courageous advocate and finding ways to raise funds for Winston's Wish...can the children think up ideas to raise funds, no matter how small, towards our Lent charity...
The focus for this week has been on being an individual courageous advocate and finding ways to raise funds for Winston's Wish...can the children think up ideas to raise funds, no matter how small, towards our Lent charity...
USA Day Lunch:
USA Day Lunch:
Wednesday 29th March
Wednesday 29th March
Disco Day:
Disco Day:
Friday 31st March
Friday 31st March
Children can enjoy a brilliant disco. It will be held during the school day (no Mufti for this one) and all the money raised will go towards Winston's Wish, our nominated charity.
Children can enjoy a brilliant disco. It will be held during the school day (no Mufti for this one) and all the money raised will go towards Winston's Wish, our nominated charity.
Parent Prayer Group:
Parent Prayer Group:
Meeting in school straight after drop off from 8.30/40 to about 9:15am
Meeting in school straight after drop off from 8.30/40 to about 9:15am
Friday 21st April
Friday 21st April
Monday 15th May
Monday 15th May
Monday 5th June & Friday 23rd June
Monday 5th June & Friday 23rd June
Monday 3rd July & Friday 14th July
Monday 3rd July & Friday 14th July
Come through the front office and the Oasis room is through to KS1 on the left hand side.
Come through the front office and the Oasis room is through to KS1 on the left hand side.
Prayer Box:
Prayer Box:
We now have a new prayer box at the front desk of the office for any of your prayer requests.
We now have a new prayer box at the front desk of the office for any of your prayer requests.
Please feel free to come and post them into the box in advance of the Parent Prayer Group meetings.
Please feel free to come and post them into the box in advance of the Parent Prayer Group meetings.
Community Events:
Community Events:
Children’s Reading group at Wandsworth Town Library.
Children’s Reading group at Wandsworth Town Library.
Saturday 25th March 2:30pm-3:15pm
Saturday 25th March 2:30pm-3:15pm
Ages 8-11
Ages 8-11
Meet The Author:
Meet The Author:
‘The Corny Scaredy-Cat Paranormal Investigation Squad’.
‘The Corny Scaredy-Cat Paranormal Investigation Squad’.
AELTC Nature Weekend:
AELTC Nature Weekend:
25-26 March 2023 10am-1pm, 2pm-4pm
25-26 March 2023 10am-1pm, 2pm-4pm
"Together with the London Wildlife Trust we will be exploring the power of water and how important water is for wildlife and nature to thrive.
"Together with the London Wildlife Trust we will be exploring the power of water and how important water is for wildlife and nature to thrive.
With frog spawning season focused around the month of March, we are celebrating amphibians and their environment in several different ways; by crafting our own toads, going pond-dipping and hearing the story about the Toad and the Frog.
With frog spawning season focused around the month of March, we are celebrating amphibians and their environment in several different ways; by crafting our own toads, going pond-dipping and hearing the story about the Toad and the Frog.
Young explorers can join our Nature Safari walks to look for creatures and wildlife, you can learn about how sustainable drainage works, and there will also be the opportunity to speak with our Horticulture and Grounds teams for advice on water-friendly plants and find out how we harvest water for our grass courts."
Young explorers can join our Nature Safari walks to look for creatures and wildlife, you can learn about how sustainable drainage works, and there will also be the opportunity to speak with our Horticulture and Grounds teams for advice on water-friendly plants and find out how we harvest water for our grass courts."
Outdoor Fun This Easter:
Outdoor Fun This Easter:
Wimbledon Windmill, Wimbledon Common
Wimbledon Windmill, Wimbledon Common
For more details or to book a place visit:
For more details or to book a place visit:
Rugby 7s Save the Date:
Rugby 7s Save the Date:
Rosslyn Park vs Sale FC
Rosslyn Park vs Sale FC
Saturday 15th April
Saturday 15th April
All St Michael's parents are welcome to attend with their son/daughter for the last home match of the season.
All St Michael's parents are welcome to attend with their son/daughter for the last home match of the season.
There will be some pre-match fun sessions at circa 2pm, a guard of honour, then some on pitch activity at half time.
There will be some pre-match fun sessions at circa 2pm, a guard of honour, then some on pitch activity at half time.
All staff are invited (plus one) as well.
All staff are invited (plus one) as well.
Further details to follow nearer the time
Further details to follow nearer the time
Charity Event Led By Ex-Pupil:
Charity Event Led By Ex-Pupil:
Saturday 22nd April, 3pm
Saturday 22nd April, 3pm
Saint Barnabas Church, Southfields
Saint Barnabas Church, Southfields
Admission is free, donations in aid of the Turkey and Syrian Earthquake Fund
Admission is free, donations in aid of the Turkey and Syrian Earthquake Fund
We are so proud that an ex pupil, Charlotte Holmes, is staging a flute recital at St Barnabas Church in aid of the Syrian Earthquake Fund.
We are so proud that an ex pupil, Charlotte Holmes, is staging a flute recital at St Barnabas Church in aid of the Syrian Earthquake Fund.
Charlotte learned her love for music - and the flute in particular - while she was a pupil here at St Michael's and this has continued throughout her time at Saint Cecilia's. She will be going on to study music at University in the Autumn.
Charlotte learned her love for music - and the flute in particular - while she was a pupil here at St Michael's and this has continued throughout her time at Saint Cecilia's. She will be going on to study music at University in the Autumn.
Our Inclusion:
Our Inclusion:
The Inclusion Department Spring Newsletter:
The Inclusion Department Spring Newsletter:
Internet Safety Talk:
Internet Safety Talk:
Due to popular demand the internet safety talk will be rerun on Friday 31st March at 8:45am in the Main Hall.
Due to popular demand the internet safety talk will be rerun on Friday 31st March at 8:45am in the Main Hall.
Please note this is for adults only so please do not bring any children, including babes in arms.
Please note this is for adults only so please do not bring any children, including babes in arms.
Sensory Garden:
Sensory Garden:
Do you have any old CDs to donate for the children to decorate for our Sensory Garden?
Do you have any old CDs to donate for the children to decorate for our Sensory Garden?
All gratefully received to the spare office please.
All gratefully received to the spare office please.
Online Webinar for Parents:
Online Webinar for Parents:
Supporting children with Common Fears and Worries, Including Exam Stress
Supporting children with Common Fears and Worries, Including Exam Stress
As all parents know, they are able to make an appointment with the class teacher and/or SENCO to discuss concerns they have about their child's learning and development.
As all parents know, they are able to make an appointment with the class teacher and/or SENCO to discuss concerns they have about their child's learning and development.
In addition to this The Inclusion Team would like to offer parents quick, drop-in opportunities where they can ask Mrs Harris (Deputy Headteacher, SENCo and Mental Health Lead) questions they have about their child.
In addition to this The Inclusion Team would like to offer parents quick, drop-in opportunities where they can ask Mrs Harris (Deputy Headteacher, SENCo and Mental Health Lead) questions they have about their child.
These sessions started on Tuesday 13th September 2022 at 8:30-9am and run each week. If you wish to attend please come to reception after drop off.
These sessions started on Tuesday 13th September 2022 at 8:30-9am and run each week. If you wish to attend please come to reception after drop off.
At the moment these sessions will be run on a first come first served basis, so there may be a queue.
At the moment these sessions will be run on a first come first served basis, so there may be a queue.
If necessary we may move to a sign up or booking system but we wanted to see how many parents needed these sessions and how well they are attended.
If necessary we may move to a sign up or booking system but we wanted to see how many parents needed these sessions and how well they are attended.
Kind regards
Kind regards
The Inclusion Team
The Inclusion Team
Reflection and Prayers :
Reflection and Prayers :
Next week's Gospel Value is:
Next week's Gospel Value is:
Easter:
Easter:
"And Finally .....
"And Finally .....
.....where the children say something....this week I am taking the opportunity to say and finally a HUGE AMG pink shoutout to my wonderful team who day in, day out are here to support me making sure the school is a safe and happy place for children and adults.
.....where the children say something....this week I am taking the opportunity to say and finally a HUGE AMG pink shoutout to my wonderful team who day in, day out are here to support me making sure the school is a safe and happy place for children and adults.
Like many other schools we face many challenges but the teamwork and support gets us through. Thank you staff.....
Like many other schools we face many challenges but the teamwork and support gets us through. Thank you staff.....
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