Contents Page
Contents Page
Embedded Files
Term 5 2526 Herbert Morrison Newsletter Issue 67 Thursday 16th April 2026
Dear Parents and Carers,
Welcome to the Summer Term
Welcome to the Summer Term – a busy and exciting time filled with final assessments and plenty of opportunities to celebrate all the fantastic learning that has taken place this year. We are also looking ahead with enthusiasm: preparing our current pupils for their next steps as they move up through the school, and getting ready to welcome new children and families joining us in September.
Value of the Week: Humility
Our value this week is Humility. We will be encouraging children to approach their learning with quiet confidence, to recognise their own progress, and to appreciate the contributions of others. It’s a wonderful value to discuss at home too, especially as children reflect on their achievements this year.
After School Clubs
A reminder that a small number of places are still available for our After School Clubs, which begin next week. Please refer to the attached letter for details on how to book. If you experience any difficulties, the school office will be happy to help.
Term Dates Consultation
We would really value your views on future term dates. Lambeth will soon be consulting on the possibility of a two-week October half term, and we are gathering early feedback from our community. This would apply to the 2027–2028 academic year (not next year). Please take a moment to complete this short survey:
https://forms.gle/WANxw2smfHzpTJBx8
Community Consultation Opportunity
You may also be aware of the opportunity to share your thoughts on how a former local school site could be repurposed. This is a chance to influence how the space might best serve the community, including potential educational or community use. Please do add your voice here:
duchyofcornwall.org/page/kennington/
Supporting Your Child at Home
As we approach assessment period, your support at home makes a real difference. Encouraging children to complete their homework independently, reading daily, discussing new vocabulary, and regularly practising times tables and problem-solving will all help build confidence. You’ll find additional tips in the Parent Maths section of this newsletter.
Thank you, as always, for your continued support.
Kind regards,
Mrs Peake
Headteacher
The Peake Post - A message from the Headteacher
The Peake Post - A message from the Headteacher
As the weather warms up the jumpers come off - please make sure EVERY items has a name in it. Thank you in advance.
Year 1 DT
This week in Year 1, we have been learning how to write instructions. 📝
After practicing our skills, Miss Evans put our jam sandwich instructions to the test…let’s just say we learnt the importance of being clear. 😅
We discovered how important sentence structure and imperative verbs are, especially when some of our first sandwiches were definitely inedible! 🥪
We didn’t give up though, and by the end we successfully made some delicious jam sandwiches. 👏🍓
Nursery Geography
Pirates, Treasure & Maps, shiver me timbers!
Nursery's pirate adventure has come to an end, after a thrilling treasure hunt around the nursery. This exciting journey wrapped up our topic on journeys. Working together, the children discovered the treasure and then used positional language and descriptive sentences to reveal its hiding spot, or else the Pirate Captain would snatch it away! Nursery Pirates worked as a fantastic team! Well done everyone!
Year 3 DT
Year 3 have enjoyed making moving dragons in DT. They leant all about how to make a moving mechanism using levers and linkages
Year 5 + 6
Year 5 & 6 took part in a powerful Masculinity Workshop today Pupils explored perceptions of gender and discussed the pressures of stereotyping in a safe and supportive space. It was fantastic to see such thoughtful conversations, respectful listening, and confidence in sharing ideas. We are proud of how our pupils are developing empathy, understanding, and the courage to challenge stereotypes 🌟 #Respect #Equality #PupilVoice
Whole School - Computing
🤖✨ The Robots Took Over… and We Loved It! ✨🤖
Our assembly was run by robots 🤯… and now it’s your turn to create the magic!
Robotics Club is coming in Term 5 🚀
Come and join the programme – where imagination comes to life. ✨
KS2 Choir - Music
Our choir had the incredible opportunity to perform at the iconic Royal Festival Hall alongside over 800 other singers. It was an unforgettable experience, performing on such a prestigious stage to a large and appreciative audience. The pupils represented the school brilliantly, showing confidence, teamwork and real musical talent. A truly amazing event and one we will remember for a long time.
International Womens Day Dodgeball Event
On Thursday, we celebrated International Women’s Day with our very own in-house dodgeball tournament at Herbert Morrison.
It was such a fun event with so many girls getting involved — great energy, teamwork and determination on display!
Well done to everyone who took part.
A big thank you to Coach Max for organising such a fantastic event.
Year 1 Science
Who had the BEST time on their school trip?… Year 1 did! 🚌✨
We travelled all the way by bus to the Horniman Museum, where we explored amazing animals from around the world. Using our brilliant scientific knowledge, we sorted them into categories like mammals, birds and fish 🐦🐟🐾 — and even worked out whether they were herbivores, omnivores or carnivores!
After all that learning, we enjoyed our lunch together in the sunshine ☀️ before heading to the petting zoo to see some real-life animals up close 🐐🐓
Overall… a 10/10 school trip! 🎉 A big THANK YOU to all the adults who helped make it such a special day 💙
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 - Zaynah and Ocean
YR - Soraia and Jameela
Y1 - John and Thomas
Y2 - Rose and Iyad
Y3 - Zaine and Evangelina
Y4 - Mia and Sewar
Y5 - Isabelle and Clara
Y6 - Soraya and Sydney
✨ Celebrating Term 4 Greatness! ✨
What an incredible way to end the term!
🏅 Certificate winners – recognised for their effort, progress and resilience
🌙 Eid Card Competition winners – such beautiful, thoughtful and creative designs!
We are so proud of every single child who continues to shine and give their best each day. 👏
MATHS
MATHS
Your latest MATHS TOP TIP for PROBLEM SOLVING
You asked for regular ideas to help with Maths at home - and our newsletter is riddled with them!
Please try as many of these as you can over the half term break and let us know how you get on.
ENJOY the JOY of MATHS
Follow this link to find out about how you can support your child with everyday maths.
Attendance Matters so give it 100%
Attendance Matters so give it 100%
STUDY BUGS
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.
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 so far this year is 95.1%
A Reminder About Appointments and Holidays
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, 69% of parents are using Studybugs—if you’re among the 31% who haven’t signed up yet, please do so as soon as possible!
Please download the STUDY BUGS app and support us in raising our attendance %.
Overall we are at 95.1% for this academic year. With your help we aim to maintain this to 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
Please note that all letters are available on the school website under NEWS - LATEST LETTER
TERM FIVE DATES
Mon 20th April Year 1 Library Visit
Wed 22nd April Year 5 Library Visit
Thurs 23rd April Year 2 Library Visit·
Wed 29th April Year 3 Library trip
Wed 29th April Reception Class height and weight check – school nurse in
Fri 1st May - 2.45pm Year 1 WOMBAT's Class Assembly - parents/carers invited
Mon 4th May - BANK HOLIDAY - school closed
Thurs 7th May - 9.30-10.15am New Reception Class Sept 26 - stay and play - letter to be sent
Fri 8th May - 2.45pm Year Reception HUMMINGBIRD's First Class Assembly - parents/carers invited
Mon 11th - Thurs 14th - Year 6 BREAKFAST INVITATION 8.15am for SATs WEEK - letter to be sent
Fri 15th May - SMILE - PHOTO DAY
Fri 15th May - PTA Bake Sale
Thurs 21st May - 9-10am ENGLISH OPEN MORNING parents/cares invited - letter to be sent
Fri 22nd May - WEAR GREEN for MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS and 3.30pm end of Term 5 - letter to be sent
2 WEEK DIARY
Check if clubs are on, trips are coming up, events are happening - get excited about the many events for the next 2 weeks.
TERM 5 UPDATES
THERE ARE CHANGES TO PE FOR TERM 5 FOR YEAR 3, 4 AND 5.
Year 3 and 5 will go to Ben Holioakes to play cricket at the Oval Cricket Ground every Monday.
Year 4 will go swimming every Tuesday morning. Year 5 will not be going swimming in the summer term.
Please ensure your child comes into school wearing the full PE kit on their PE day.
Year 4 will need their swimming kit; including a swim hat and goggles EVERY TUESDAY.
Trips off site - PLEASE ENSURE CHILDREN HAVE A WATERPROOF COAT INCASE IT IS RAINING FOR THE JOURNEY THERE OR BACK.
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.
Thank you to the PTA for resourcing our playtimes - they are even more fun now! Scan the QR code/click on the QR code to check out the video on INSTAGRAM to see us playing!
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!
How Parents Book
Families can book wraparound care for the entire academic year using our new recurring booking model:
Families can book wraparound care for the entire 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 IS BACK from 7.30am on a Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
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.
The question of the week is -
How can you show you are proud of yourself without making others feel small?
Value and Question of the Week
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: HUMILITY
APP and PLAY STORES - online safety
APP and PLAY STORES - online safety
With millions of apps available and children accessing them from an increasingly young age, app stores can present a range of risks. From malware and copycat apps to inappropriate content and persuasive in-app purchases, this guide highlights how easily young users can encounter issues – even when using official platforms.
It also offers clear, practical advice to help parents and educators manage these risks. From setting up parental controls and checking app credibility to having open conversations about safe usage, the guide supports adults in building children’s awareness, encouraging safer choices and promoting more balanced, responsible app use.
LUNCH MENU
LUNCH MENU
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! All meat dishes are offered as halal and non-halal options.
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
Well Being for Parents
OUT OF SCHOOL IDEAS
OUT OF SCHOOL IDEAS
LEARNING AT HOME - TEACH YOUR CHILD ABOUT MONEY - HANDLE IT, COUNT IT, WORK OUT THE CHANGE. MONOPOLY AND PLAYING SHOPS IS GREAT FUN!
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.
🌟 The Value of Extra-Curricular Activities
🌟 The Value of Extra-Curricular Activities
Extra-curricular activities are a vital part of school life, supporting pupils’ confidence, wellbeing and personal development. We value the importance of a broad and balanced education that helps pupils thrive beyond the classroom.
Through our extra-curricular offer, pupils are able to:
Explore interests and talents beyond the curriculum
Build key life skills such as teamwork, leadership and resilience
Strengthen wellbeing through sport, creativity and positive experiences
Develop character and confidence to support future success
We are proud to offer a wide range of opportunities that enrich learning and support the whole child.
CALLING YEAR 4 PARENTS - World Heart Beat Music Club is offered for Wednesdays 3.30-4.30pm - see the letter on the school website and check your inbox for more details - SIGN UP QUICK VIA MCAS ONLY £3 PER SESSION
For information on how to sign up to Terms 5 and 6 Clubs at HM see the clubs letter on the website.
Please note that club payments are non-refundable. If your child is not behaving in the club they may lose their place. Thank you for your support.
Click on Herbert Morrison for the School Website or X to go to the school X page or the INSTAGRAM logo to go to our NEW social media site
Please support the PTA to support the school with this easy and helpful fundraising tip - https://www.herbertmorrisonprimaryschool.co.uk/PTA-Fundraising/
Page updated
Google Sites
Report abuse