Term 1 2526 Herbert Morrison Newsletter Issue 56 Thursday 2nd October 2025

Contents Page

The Peake Post - A message from the Headteacher

🌍 Black History Month Open Morning 🌍

Recapping the Remarkable

AND THE WINNERS ARE ......

Attendance Matters so give it 100%

Dates for your diary

PTA - THANK YOU

Wrap around care 7.30am until 5.50pm

JAGs Breakfast Club

Value and Question of the Week

ONLINE SAFETY -10 top tips for parents

LUNCH MENU

Well Being for Parents

OUT OF SCHOOL IDEAS

Dear Parents and Carers,

This week we have been celebrating our wonderful Teaching Assistants on National Teaching Assistant Day. Each TA received a special certificate, handwritten by Orlando and Scarlett in Year 2. The children thought carefully about a reason why we appreciate each of them, and these were shared in a special assembly. (click here to hear the reasons) The certificates were presented alongside a beautiful poem, read by the children to the whole school — you can watch the video linked here.

We have also been reflecting on the idea of making good mistakes. What is a good mistake? A good mistake is any mistake that you learn from. If you make a mistake in your work, it means you are being challenged, and if you learn from it you now know something new! Instead of saying “I can’t do it…”, remember to add one little word: “I can’t do it… YET!”

⭐ Final call for Breakfast Club! ⭐

Our numbers are still in single digits, and we would really love to see more children benefitting. Please, please — if you think you might need it, use it! Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and a great start to learning. 🥐☕🍎

Together, as a school community, we continue to celebrate learning, kindness, and resilience every single day. 🌟

Kind regards,
Mrs Peake
Headteacher

The Peake Post - A message from the Headteacher

🌍 Black History Month Open Morning 🌍

We are really looking forward to welcoming you to our Black History Month Open Morning next Wednesday, 9–10am.
Come and join your child in their classroom, learn alongside them, and celebrate together. We hope to see lots of you there! 📚✨

LAST CALL! Breakfast Club – Use it or lose it! 🥐

Click on the box above to read more about JAGs’ new cancellation policy. Please book in for Breakfast Club – it’s under review in October, and if numbers don’t rise, we risk losing this early morning offer.

Recapping the Remarkable

YR6

CROSS CURRICULAR MATHS & ART & RE

NURSERY

ART

YEAR 5 GEOGRAPHY & HISTORY

YEAR 4

MUSIC

YEAR 1

HISTORY

YEAR 6

CROSS CURRICULAR

DT & RE

AND THE WINNERS ARE ......

Embracing Excellence: Celebrating

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 - Reece and Spencer

YR - Joyce and Soraia

Y1 - Montazar and Samson

Y2 - Scarlett and Jaevon

Y3 - Dimitru and Aiyana-Raye

Y4 - Josiah and Carlton

Y5 - isabelle and Jimmy

Y6 - Art and Isabella

Attendance Matters so give it 100%

STUDY BUGS

BIG NEWS - we are Studying Bugs with the 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 Term 1 so far is 95.1%

A Reminder About Appointments

We kindly ask that, wherever possible, parents arrange medical or personal appointments for their children outside of school hours. There are only 190 school days in the year, but a generous 175 non-school days available for holidays, family time, and events. By keeping appointments to these non-school days, we can work together to make sure every child enjoys the very best attendance and learning opportunities. Thank you for your support!

📢 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.

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, 66% of parents are using Studybugs—if you’re among the 37% who haven’t signed up yet, please do so as soon as possible!

Click here to find out what the NHS advise about 'Is my child too ill to go to school?'

Please download the STUDY BUGS app and support us in raising our attendance %.

We aim for 95% attendance - well done to Year 2, Year 3, Year 4 and Year 6 for achieving this so far this term. Overall we are at 95% for this academic year. With your help we aim to maintain this to the end of the term. 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

Please note that all letters are available on the school website under NEWS - LATEST LETTER

We have a very and busy term ahead of us .... please make sure your child is in every day so they don't miss out!

OCTOBER DATES

Tues 7th Oct - Year 6 to Victoria and Albert Museum - letter sent
Wed 8th Oct - 9-10am Black History Month Open Morning - letter sent
Thurs 16th Oct - School Closes at 2pm for Parents Evening
Thurs 16th Oct - Parent Evening 2.30pm til 7pm - letter to be sent
Fri 17th Oct - INSET School Closed to Children
Mon 20th Oct - Safer Internet Week in school
Wednesday 22 October, 19.30, PTA mtg online. Agenda and joining information available on the PTA website
Fri 24th Oct - Last day of Term 1 - School Closes at 3.30pm
Mon 3rd Nov - First day of Term 2
Tues 4th Nov - Rec and Yr1 Parents Phonics Mtg - letter sent
Mon 10th Nov - Odd Sock Day - Anti Bullying Week Launch

Phonics Meeting - find out more here!

2 WEEK DIARY

Please ensure your child comes into school wearing the full PE kit on their PE day.

Year 5 will need their swimming kit; including a swim hat and goggles EVERY TUESDAY.

Water bottles must not be kept in the book bag to prevent book damage.

Trainers must ONLY be worn with PE kits and not with school uniform. Please support our school uniform policy. Thank you.

PTA - THANK YOU

The PTA need your help! We need ideas on how to spend the funds that you and the PTA have raised for the school and children. Please come along to share your thoughts. Alternatively you can submit ideas by clicking here or email the PTA (hmpsfriends@gmail.com)

Wednesday 22 October, 19.30, PTA mtg online. Agenda and joining information available on the PTA website

Wrap around care 7.30am until 5.50pm

JAGs Breakfast Club

YOU ASKED - WE ACTIONED

We asked if you needed the Breakfast Club to start before 8.30am (PAID sessions) and you said yes!

We’re pleased to let you know that JAGs have re-opened the Breakfast Club for Term 1 (and then we are set to review in October), starting from 7:30am each morning. Please do make use of this service if it supports your family. If take-up is too low to keep the club viable, the offer may unfortunately be withdrawn.

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!

Changes to How Parents Book

From Tuesday 6th May 2025 at 7am, families will be able to book wraparound care for the entire 2025/26 academic year using our new recurring booking model:

Bookings follow a regular weekly pattern (e.g., every Monday), secured for the full school year.
This system is similar to the existing instalment plan model that many families are familiar with.

We are making this change to:

Support demand management where waiting lists are common
Ensure fair access for families looking to secure consistent care
Enable earlier, more accurate staffing and programming plans

Rise then Shine

Rise then Shine Breakfast Club will re-start in September from 7.30am.

The FREE school Breakfast Club is still available for all pupils ( Reception Class to Year 6) from 8.30am.

This will be from 7.30am - please book now!

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 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.

✨ Back to School, Back to JAG! 📚🎉

👤 Login or Create an Account | 🗓️ Already Have an Account? Book Now

Our Breakfast & After School Wraparound Clubs are back this year — and we can’t wait to welcome children for another year of fun, learning, and adventure.

At JAG, our Ofsted-registered Wraparound Care is more than just childcare. It’s where play finds potential through:

⚽ Active games and teamwork that build confidence
🎨 Creative activities that spark imagination
🤝 Screen-free fun that helps children connect and grow

With flexible booking options — from locking in your days for the full school year to ad-hoc sessions when you need them — we make Wraparound Care simple, stress-free, and affordable for families.

Book now at

💷 Don’t forget, you can also save with Tax-Free Childcare and other funding support to make it even easier!

🔒 Secure Your Days for the Year (Recurring Bookings)

Lock in your regular days for the academic year, spread the cost monthly, and guarantee your child’s place before clubs fill up.

📅 Book as You Go (Ad-Hoc Bookings)

Stay flexible by booking up to 8 weeks in advance — ideal if your schedule changes often. Subject to availability!

✅ Helpful Links

✨ JAG Wraparound Clubs are here to keep children active, happy, and thriving — while making life easier for parents too.

👉 Book Now

#BackToSchool #WherePlayFindsPotential #WraparoundCare #AfterSchoolCare #BeforeSchoolCare #AdventureProgramme

Value and Question of the Week

We discuss the values and question of the week in assembly. Discuss these with your child at home.

The value of the week is:

The question of the week is -

👫 What happens to other people when we keep our promises?

ONLINE SAFETY -10 top tips for parents

Using digital at primary school

Tips to build good digital habits early

For children starting back at primary school this year, there are new opportunities and new challenges.

Help them get the most out of the technology around them by building good online safety habits now.

Click here or on the button below for more information

According to Ofcom’s most recent research, a significant proportion of children are already online by the time they start school, with 17% of 5-year-olds owning their own mobile phone and 50% using messaging platforms. As becoming familiar with technology is generally encouraged in younger children – and has been essential for education during the pandemic – it is essential that trusted adults recognise both the benefits and the risks of infants and toddlers going online. We’ve compiled our top tips to help the under-5s start their online safety journey.

In the guide, you'll find tips such as managing screen time, block in-app purchases and using devices together.

LUNCH MENU

🚨 STOP PRESS! 🚨

Thank you for your patience while we fix the kitchen power supply. For now, children are enjoying picnic-style sandwiches, and we expect the full hot menu to be back on the table very soon!

SPECIAL DIETRY REQUIREMENTS

If your child has an allergy please scan this code and ensure that you complete the new caters online information. We have passed over the information we have and it is all going digital now. Please feel free to speak to a member of staff if you need any support with this.

All allergy referals must be accompanied by medical evidence.

Thank you.

The lunch menus are on a 3 week rota -Yum!

Please note that on the rare occasion there may be a slight change on offer - this is usually due to delivery delays.

Well Being for Parents

OUT OF SCHOOL IDEAS

LEARNING AT HOME

📚✨ Homework Heroes!

There are lots of great online homework support sites your class teacher will share with you. The most important homework of all is daily reading and times tables practice – little and often makes a big difference! 💡

We’d love to hear how your child (and you!) are getting on – let us know and celebrate those learning wins together! 🎉

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.

For information on how to sign up to Term 1 Clubs at HM see the clubs letter on the website.

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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