Today, we say a heartfelt farewell to a cherished member of our school community. After nearly 13 years of dedicated service, we sadly bid goodbye to Miss Sam.  

Miss Sam has had a profound impact on the lives of countless children and their families, bringing warmth, dedication, and a passion for education to Vauxhall Primary. She has been an unwavering source of support, particularly for neurodiverse pupils, helping them to grow in confidence and reach their full potential. Her commitment to inclusivity and individualised support has made a lasting difference in the lives of many.  

Beyond the classroom, Miss Sam has also shared her love of nature with the school, bringing her passion for gardening into our learning environment. Her enthusiasm for outdoor learning has inspired many children, fostering a love for the natural world and hands-on experiences.  

As she embarks on an exciting new opportunity, where she will continue to lead and inspire others, we have no doubt that she will bring the same dedication and passion that made her such an integral part of our school.  

On behalf of the children, staff, and families of Vauxhall Primary, we extend our sincere gratitude to Miss Sam and wish her the very best in this next chapter. She will always be a part of the Vauxhall family!

In Year 4 in our English lessons, we began our new book called ‘The Matchbox Diary’ by Paul Fleischman.  When the children walked into the classroom, they found some mysterious boxes. They had the opportunity to look inside the boxes and found some peculiar items such as matches, an olive seed, a piece of macaroni, an old picture and a pen. 

They then began to ask questions and create predictions orally about how these objects might be related to one another or how it links to the great-grandfather in the story. Using modal verbs and conjunctions they then wrote their predictions, along with some rhetorical questions.