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Term 4 2425 Herbert Morrison Newsletter Issue 46 Thursday 20th March 2025
Dear Parents and Carers,
The sun has finally got its hat on—hip hip hooray! What a joy to see blue skies again—spring is certainly in the air. 🌞🌸 Please take a look at our Spring Self-Care suggestions for you and your child—we are making the most of outdoor learning.
Our Gardening Ambassadors continue to work their green-fingered magic in our garden, and I’m sure you’ve noticed the hopeful daffodils blooming at the Hartington Road entrance. If not, be sure to take a look! 🌼
A huge thank you for completing the Parent Survey—your voice helps shape our actions. 134 families responded, and the results were overwhelmingly positive:
✔️ 98.5% of children have access to a device, but only 35% have filters set up. Please see the online safety section of this newsletter for guidance on setting up filters, and contact your internet provider for support.
Your positive comments about the school were shared with staff during our INSET day, and every teacher received a special mention from parents. It truly put a spring in our step—which was perfect, as it was a PE INSET! 🏃♂️🎉
Thank you for your ongoing support.
Kind regards,
Mrs Peake - Headteacher
Our Spring Survey Says...
✔️ 98.5% of children have access to a device, but only 35% have filters set up. Please see the online safety section of this newsletter for guidance on setting up filters, and contact your internet provider for support.
✔️ 100% of families are reading at home at least four times a week, and 93% are already exploring word meanings—this is an upcoming school focus, so your support is invaluable!
Thank you for your support and postive feedback
We appreciate your time and engagement at Parents’ Evening last week. Survey results show:
📌 100% found the meeting useful.
📌 100% were allocated a time within their preferred slot.
📌 93% received valuable insights into their child’s progress, achievements, and behavior.
Recapping the Remarkable
Recapping the Remarkable
Whole School
Whole School
Choir for all!
Year 3
Year 3
History
Year 5
Year 5
History and DT
YEAR 1
YEAR 1
Writing
STAFF
STAFF
PE
After School Club
After School Club
Multi sports
AND THE WINNERS ARE ......
AND THE WINNERS ARE ......
Embracing Excellence: Celebrating
Embracing Excellence: Celebrating
Good Behaviour for Learning
Good Behaviour for Learning
These children have been recognised for their incredible effort and excellence! They will receive a golden certificate, a big round of applause during the celebration assembly, and a coveted spot in the prestigious Gold Book. Well done to all our shining stars!
We are so proud of you!!
YN - Charlotte and Ella-Mae
YR - Samson and Nasir
Y1 - Stella and Xyla-Rai
Y2 - Amelia and Henry
Y3 - Jerone and Mia
Y4 - Turtles Class
Y5 - Margot and Iylas J
Y6 - Platypus class for determination to succeed in thier mock SATs!
The boys are leading by example in the playground. These boys all recieved an award for their exceptional playground cooperative skills.
Attendance Matters so give it 100%
Attendance Matters so give it 100%
STUDY BUGS
STUDY BUGS
BIG NEWS - we are Studying Bugs with the new attendance app - STUDY BUGS. Download the app to report absence and check your child's attendance.
BIG NEWS - we are Studying Bugs with the new attendance app - STUDY BUGS. Download the app to report absence and check your child's attendance.
This widget has been added to the homepage of the website - please click and use to report a child's absence. Thank you.
Attendance for this academic year so far is 94.9%
📢 Illness Reminder 📢
If your child is unwell at school, we will call you to collect them. Please ensure we have your up-to-date contact details.
⚠ If your child has vomited, we follow UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) guidance ("Health protection in schools and other childcare facilities," updated October 2023) and NHS guidance:
✔ They should go home and stay off school for at least 48 hours after the last episode of vomiting or diarrhea.
Please remember to inform the school of your child's absence each day; even if the school knows they are home due to vomiting - this is to update school if new symptoms develop. The best way to do this is via Studybugs.
Currently, 61% of parents are using Studybugs—if you’re among the 39% who haven’t signed up yet, please do so as soon as possible!
We aim for 95% attendance - well done to Reception, Year 1, Year 3 and Year 5 for achieving this so far. Overall we are nearly 95% for this academic year. We are so very very close the 95% target and with your help we could still achieve this by the end of the year. Please download the STUDY BUGS app and support us in raising our attendance %.
Please help your child achieve by ensuring they are in school when they are well enough to be here.
Medical Appointment Documentation
Please ensure all appointments are made outside of school hours.
To help us accurately record absences, please email a copy of any medical appointment texts or appointment cards to the school office for confirmation when your child(ren) is absent for health-related reasons. This ensures their attendance records are kept up-to-date.
When making appointments please ask your doctors for a medical slip or appointment text to give to school.
Thank you for your cooperation and support.
Miss Nathalie can be contacted on 0207 720 3439 or via email on admin@herbertmorrison.lambeth.sch.uk
Miss Nathalie works with us 3 mornings a week.
Dates for your diary
Dates for your diary
Term dates for the next academic year have been published on the school website.
Please make sure you do not book holidays in term times and make appointments during holiday breaks or after school. Children are in school for 190 days a year - that leaves 175 for holidays, appointments and family time.
Please note that all letters are available on the school website under NEWS - LATEST LETTER
Term 4 dates for your diary
Week 3 - Science Week
Tues 11th March - St Giles Yr5+6 Workshops - THIS WAS CANCELLED BY ST GILES AND HAS BEEN RE BOOKED FOR 4TH JUNE.
Fri 21st March - 2.45 Year 4 Class Assembly (Parents Invited)
Fri 21st March - Yr5+6 Science Evening (letter sent)
Tues 25th March - 6.15-7.15pm Choir perform at Royal Festival Hall (letter sent)
Fri 28th March - 10.30 Year 4 In Harmony Performance ( Parents Invited)
Fri 28th March - 2.45 Year 3 Class Assembly (Parents Invited)
Tues 1st April - 3.30 Yr5+6 Residential Briefing Meeting (letter sent)
Fri 4th April - Last day of term - School closes at 2pm - No after school clubs or JAGs - Own Clothes Day Fund Raising PTA
2 WEEK DIARY
Please support the School Uniform Policy. Trainers must ONLY be worn with a PE kit. Water bottles must not be kept in the book bag to prevent book damage. Thank you.
What ya got cookin' ?
What ya got cookin' ?
The PTA have a page linked to our website with PTA dates - we hope you can make the next PTA meeting - click here to go to the web page with more information
The Herbert Morrison PTA would love to create a Herbert Morrison Cookbook! It would be fantastic if pupils, parents and staff could contribute recipes - or perhaps a parent does the recipe and their child can draw a picture to be published with it. We welcome all ideas from casseroles or curries to pies and cakes and more - it can be your favourite go to dish, a family tradition or a latest discovery. We want to highlight the diversity and culture of the school through the art of cooking. If there’s a story that goes alongside it, and you’re happy to, please include that also.
Full information can also be found on the flyer, or on the PTA Website at www.herbertmorrisonpta.co.uk
Alternatively you can click the QR code here:
Wrap around care 7.30am until 5.50pm
Wrap around care 7.30am until 5.50pm
Please collect your child no later than 5.50pm
Please collect your child no later than 5.50pm
To drop off or collect your child please call the JAGs bell by the front door inside the school gate or call 07570 377 689
Discover a fun-filled daily schedule at Junior Adventures Group Breakfast & After School Clubs!
Rise then Shine
JAG’s Breakfast Clubs, called Rise Then Shine, prepare children’s minds and bodies for a busy school day! A healthy, nutritious breakfast keeps them energised throughout the morning, while the focus on an active start stimulates brain activity and concentration, ensuring children get the most out of their day.
After School Clubs
JAG’s After School Clubs, called Stay And Play, offer fun, happy and safe places for children to play freely across age groups and take part in structured activities such as arts and crafts and active play. Providing an energising end to the school day, children can join group activities, enjoy a healthy snack, or chill out with toys and games that are all set up and ready for them to enjoy.
Find out more by clicking here - Click here to register and book
Try your new Rise Then Shine or Stay And Play Club for free at Herbert Morrison Primary School!
Book your child's space now and claim a free session using code: TRYHERBERT
If you do have any further questions, please don’t hesitate to call the friendly JAG team on 0333 577 1533 or drop them an email at hello@junioradventuresgroup.co.uk.
We discuss the values and question of the week in assembly. Discuss these with your child at home.
VALUE OF THE WEEK
VALUE OF THE WEEK
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
QUESTION OF THE WEEK
Can a baby ever be considered naughty?
In our school, we call them World Values. Do you know the 5 values? 🧐 They are Democracy, Rule of Law, Individual Liberty, Mutual Respect, and Tolerance of Different Faiths and Beliefs. 🌍🇬🇧 #ValuesMatter
Promoting EMPATHY through RRSA
Promoting EMPATHY through RRSA
Teaching EMPATHY Through RRSA (Rights Respecting Schools Award) 🌍🤝
The Rights Respecting Schools Award (RRSA) helps foster empathy by embedding children's rights into school culture. Here’s how:
🔹 Understanding Different Perspectives (Article 12 & 13) – Children are encouraged to express their views while listening to others, helping them appreciate different experiences and emotions.
🔹 Compassion in Action (Article 15 & 31) – Pupils engage in collaborative activities and play, learning to support and care for one another, strengthening their ability to empathize.
🔹 Caring for Others' Well-being (Article 19 & 24) – Children learn the importance of protecting and caring for others, recognizing when someone needs help and responding with kindness.
🔹 Respecting Diversity (Article 29 & 30) – By celebrating different cultures and backgrounds, pupils develop an appreciation for others’ feelings and experiences, fostering inclusivity and understanding.
By integrating RRSA principles, schools nurture a generation that values kindness, compassion, and respect—making the world a more empathetic place. 💙✨
ONLINE SAFETY - Setting up a device safely
ONLINE SAFETY - Setting up a device safely
Nurturing Online Safety
In today’s digital world, online safety must be nurtured just like any other life skill. Children can easily access content that may not be appropriate, so it’s crucial to discuss safe internet use with them regularly.
Ensure you have a filter on ALL devices—anything that connects to the internet needs attention to protect your child. Taking these steps helps create a safer, more secure online experience. Stay informed, stay involved, and keep them safe! 💻🔒
LUNCH MENU
LUNCH MENU
The lunch menus are on a 3 week rota - please find the Monday date at the top to know what will be on offer for the week. There are 3 menus to see below. Yum!
Please note that on the rare occasion there may be a slight change on offer - this is usually due to delivery delays.
If your child qualifies for Pupil Premium - then please read this letter
OUT OF SCHOOL IDEAS
OUT OF SCHOOL IDEAS
More information and a weekly update of these low cost suggestions can be found on the Oval Learning Cluster Website - Families Page. Our School works in Partnership with the Oval Learning Cluster.
Click on Herbert Morrison for the School Website or X to go to the school X page.
Please support the PTA to support the school with this easy and helpful fundraising tip - https://www.herbertmorrisonprimaryschool.co.uk/PTA-Fundraising/
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