Thank you to everyone who has recently shared feedback about our weekly newsletters. We have listened carefully and, in response, will be returning to our previous format this week to ensure information is clearer and easier for families to follow.
It has been a busy and enjoyable week in school: we proudly supported Children in Need Day, with pupils taking part in a range of fundraising activities to raise money for this important cause. Our Year 4 pupils had a fantastic time at their disco, and a group of pupils represented Bedonwell brilliantly at a netball event. Year 1 also enjoyed a visit to the library, exploring new books and fostering a love of reading. In addition, our Year 6 boys’ football team kicked off their league campaign with great enthusiasm and team spirit. We are proud of all the children who took part in these events and look forward to more exciting opportunities ahead.
We would love for you to take a moment to watch the short video in the link below, which shares highlights from last year at Bedonwell. It offers a glimpse into just some of the enrichment opportunities our children enjoy — from exciting trips and memorable visits to the wide range of clubs and activities that bring learning to life. We hope it gives you a feel for the experiences, joy and curiosity that make our school such a special place to grow and learn.
Bedonwell marked Children in Need Day in fantastic style, with pupils and staff arriving in bright yellow clothing or fun spotty outfits to show their support. Throughout the day, the school was filled with excitement as many children took on the “Challenge 25,” completing 25 energetic star jumps on Friday and cheering each other on. During playtime, the School Council organised a lively spotty-themed game that children could take part in, encouraging teamwork, problem-solving, and plenty of laughter. They also ran a popular “Guess the Name of the Bear” competition, which drew lots of eager participants hoping to win the cuddly prize. To help promote the event, School Council members designed and displayed their own colourful posters around the school, adding to the buzz and helping make the day a memorable celebration for everyone.
We are delighted to share that Bedonwell Infant, Nursery and Junior School has raised an amazing £355.35 for Children in Need! A huge thank you to all our wonderful parents, carers and the entire Bedonwell community for your generosity and support. Together, we’ve made a real difference — thank you for helping us raise such a brilliant amount!
This week, we did not hold our usual PROUD assemblies as the schedule was adjusted to accommodate sibling photographs. We appreciate everyone’s understanding and flexibility. To ensure all achievements are still celebrated, we will be presenting double PROUD awards next week.
A huge well done to the Bedonwell Boys Year 6 football team, who played their very first league game this week! They showed fantastic teamwork, determination, and sportsmanship throughout, and although the final score was a narrow 6-3, everyone played brilliantly. We’re so proud of all the boys for giving their best, supporting each other, and showing true team spirit — a great start to the season!
A fantastic start for our Year 6 Boys B Team this evening! It was their very first game, and they set the bar high with an impressive 7–0 win. The boys played absolutely brilliantly from start to finish, showing great teamwork, determination, and confidence on the pitch. They also treated us to some truly amazing goals! We’re so proud of their effort and can’t wait to see what they achieve next.
School Attendance Target - 97%
Junior Attendance This Week - 96%
Infant Attendance This Week - 94%
This Weeks Attendance Winners are:
Colorado = 99.1%
Jupiter = 97.2%
Danube = 98.2%
Year 4 had an amazing time taking part in their friendly netball matches against Belmont today! The children played with so much enthusiasm and energy, and it was wonderful to see every pupil showcasing fantastic sportsmanship throughout. Their fairness, teamwork, and honesty shone brightly on the court, making us incredibly proud. Well done, Year 4!
We are delighted to invite all parents, children and the wider Bedonwell community to our FOBS Christmas Fair on Saturday 29th November, from 12–3pm at Bedonwell School. Come and enjoy a wonderful family afternoon packed with festive fun — from exciting games and lucky dips to a fantastic variety of stalls offering Christmas gifts, treats and seasonal surprises. There will be something for everyone, making it the perfect way to kick-start the Christmas spirit together as a community. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Please check out the poster for all of the information for the latest Bexley Mooring Project.
We are excited to announce our new school uniform! All the guidance and details about the updated uniform, including what to wear and how to order, can be found on our school website. Please scan the QR code on the right to visit Casey’s, our official school wear shop, where you can view and purchase all uniform items easily and conveniently.
It is really important for all children to drink water throughout the day, which is why children need to bring a water bottle into school. However, can we please ask that children only bring in either a disposable plastic or re-usable plastic water bottle.
Some children are bringing in large metal water bottles which when knocked over can cause disruption in the class.
Please can we also ask that Airup water bottles are not brought into school, these are expensive and can sometimes be knocked over in a busy classroom and damaged or broken.
Our school now has a brand-new Instagram page that is updated regularly with news, events, and highlights from school life. We encourage all parents to follow the page and like our posts to stay connected and up to date. Please scan the QR code below to visit our Instagram and join our online school community!