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Term 4 2526 Herbert Morrison Newsletter Issue 65 Thursday 5th March 2026
Dear Parents and Carers,
World Book Day – Fun for All!
What a fantastic World Book Day we had! Parents, staff and children all joined in by dressing up as their favourite book characters, and the day was filled with fun reading activities.
Our English Ambassadors led a brilliant quiz that really impressed us all. The children showed incredible knowledge of different authors and, amazingly, they didn’t even need the prompts to answer the questions! Our “Guess the Shelfie” challenge is still on Instagram – can you work out whose bookshelf is pictured?
The children also showed that reading can happen anywhere and everywhere! We spotted children enjoying books under the swing, over the climbing frame and even inside the climbing tunnel.
Parents and Carers – thank you. We feel very supported by you. Many of you came to watch the fantastic Year 4 poetry assembly last Friday, returned again for a wonderful turnout at our World Book Day Open Morning, and we hope to see even more of you at the Year 3 assembly tomorrow.
Parents’ Evening is coming up in a couple of weeks and the letter was sent out today. Please share your views through the Parent Voice survey and book your Parents’ Evening timeslot so we can discuss your child’s learning and behaviour. We kindly ask that feedback is completed by Monday so we can give you as much notice as possible for your meeting time.
This is a very exciting term, packed with extra learning opportunities. These include Early Bird Booster sessions for Year 6, a new World Heart Beat after-school club, and the very exciting Science Night Escape Room-style “Who Dunnit?” event for Years 5 and 6. Please check the diary dates section to make sure your child does not miss out.
Kind regards,
Mrs Peake
Headteacher
The Peake Post - A message from the Headteacher
The Peake Post - A message from the Headteacher
WORLD BOOK DAY SPECIAL EDITION
WORLD BOOK DAY SPECIAL EDITION
WORLD BOOK DAY SPECIAL EDITION
WORLD BOOK DAY SPECIAL EDITION
World Book Day at HM – A Wonderful Success!
World Book Day at HM was a fantastic success, full of costumes, characters and book-inspired adventures. The school was buzzing with excitement as children and staff celebrated their favourite stories.
There was even a dramatic moment in assembly when Gangsta Granny was arrested by our police characters after being caught stealing the Sparkle Award from Year 1 – and nobody had suspected a thing!
A brilliant day celebrating the joy of reading and the wonderful worlds that books bring to life.
Children on world book day
Children on world book day
Parents on world book day
Parents on world book day
STAFF on
STAFF on
world book day
world book day
GUESS THE SHELFIE
GUESS THE SHELFIE
Happy World Book Day! It’s time for a little mystery … Can you guess the Shelfie? Which bookshelf belongs to which member of staff? Take a close look at the books, the clues, and the little details on each shelf …
Recapping the Remarkable
Recapping the Remarkable
computing
computing
MONUMENT CLASS TRIP YEAR 2
MONUMENT CLASS TRIP YEAR 2
A fantastic trip to start off the new term! Year 2 had a fab climb up the 311 steps of the Monument.
DESIGN&TECHNOLOGY YEAR 1
DESIGN&TECHNOLOGY YEAR 1
🌟 Year 1 D.T. Project – Up, Up and Away! 🪁
Year 1 have been working super hard this term on their D.T. project!
We started by exploring the history of kites and learning about all the different parts that help them fly. The children carefully planned their designs, created prototypes, and then worked brilliantly to produce their final kites.
Lucky for us, it was a perfectly windy day — ideal for testing them out! 🌬️🪁 The excitement on the field was amazing to see as the kites soared high into the sky.
Now the big question… did Miss Evans and Mr Dav enjoy making the kites more than the children? 🤔😄
POETRY CLASS ASSEMBLY
POETRY CLASS ASSEMBLY
year 1
year 1
Year 4, you owned that stage. Fantastic class assembly.
With rhythm in your voices and fire in your feet,
you proved that poetry isn’t just words —
it’s heartbeat, breath, and brave repetition.
“Gran, Can You Rap?” wasn’t just performed…
it pulsed, It popped, lines leapt.
Year 4, you didn’t just recite —
you inspired. 🎤✨
SCIENCE
SCIENCE
YEAR NURSERY
YEAR NURSERY
Nursery class went on a journey around the school grounds looking for signs of Spring. They found daffodils growing and saw frogs and frogspawn in the pond! How exciting! @hmprimaryschool
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!! WATCH THIS SPACE - TO BE UPDATED VERY SOON!
YN - Musa and Efehi
YR - Milo and Alfie N
Y1 - Jacob and Haroon
Y2 - Cassius and Jaevon
Y3 - Henry and Noah
Y4 - Whole Class for their heard work to create a perform an inspiring poetic Class Assembly
Y5 - Lina and Ahad
Y6 - Shantai and Kyrylo
Celebrating greatness, cheering our friends, and sending big birthday smiles all around! 🎂🥳
Halfway through the school year and still shining bright! 🌟📚
MATHS
MATHS
Your latest MATHS TOP TIP
You asked for regular ideas to help with Maths at home - and our newsletter is riddled with them!
Can you explain what each of these mathematical words mean?
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 term is 96.6%
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 3 Dates to Note in Your Diary
Fri 6 Mar - YEAR 3 CLASS ASSEMBLY - parents/carers invited
Week 3 – Science Week - whole school event
Fri 13 Mar – Science Day (Curiosity) - whole school event
Fri 13 Mar - Science Evening for Years 5+6 - LETTER SENT
Tue 17 Mar – Wed 18 Mar – Bikeability (Years 3–5) - LETTER SENT
Wed 18 Mar – Year 1 Horniman Museum trip - LETTER TO BE SENT
Thu 19 Mar – Parents’ Evening SCHOOL CLOSES AT 2PM - LETTER SENT
Fri 20 Mar – INSET Day (school closed to pupils)
Mon 23 Mar – Fri 27 Mar – Bikeability (Years 5–6) - LETTER SENT
Wed 25 Mar – Choir Southbank trip - LETTER SENT
Fri 27 Mar – Own clothes day; End of term SCHOOL CLOSES AT 2PM
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.
THERE ARE NO CHANGES TO PE FOR TERM 4.
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.
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.
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 2025/26 academic year using our new recurring booking model:
Families can 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 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 -
What can we do if we feel worried but want to try something new?
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: HONESTY
How do mobile phones impact my child's wellbeing?
How do mobile phones impact my child's wellbeing?
The NSPCC’s guidance on children, mobile phones and online safety is a useful resource for DSLs to draw on when communicating with parents. It addresses one of the most common questions schools are asked: when is a child ready for a phone, and how can families manage the risks?
The guide offers balanced, practical advice on readiness, boundary-setting, parental controls, and ongoing conversations about safe and responsible use. Including or signposting this resource in a parent newsletter can help reinforce consistent messages between home and school, reduce anxiety, and support a shared approach to online safety.
https://www.nspcc.org.uk/keeping-children-safe/online-safety/children-phones-online-safety/
FOSTERING A SENSE OF BELONGING - WELLBEING
FOSTERING A SENSE OF BELONGING - WELLBEING
Feeling a sense of belonging plays a vital role in children’s wellbeing, confidence and gives them the ability to thrive, both academically and emotionally. This Wake Up Wednesday guide explores why belonging tters and how small, everyday interactions can make a meaningful difference in helping children feel accepted and included.
Offering ten practical, easy-to-apply tips, the guide supports parents and educators in building positive relationships, celebrating individuality and fostering inclusive cultures at home and in school. Featuring information on language choices, emotional validation and shared decision-making, this edition of #WakeUpWednesday highlights simple ways to strengthen connection and nurture a genuine sense of togetherness.
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.
YEARS 3-6 ONLY
On Tuesday 31st March, Wednesday 1st April and Thursday 2nd April, the Surrey Cricket Foundation (the charitable arm of Surrey County Cricket Club) will be hosting our Vauxhall Loop holiday activities camp.
Children will take part in 3 days of sporting activities, along with other social activities such as drama and arts and crafts. Should you wish to declare your interest in taking part, please fill in the form below via the link.
Please note:
- Filling in the form is an expression of interest only.
Filling in the form does not guarantee your child’s place on this activity camp.
- Parents will need to drop off and pick up their children from the designated location each day
- Please be sure your child is able to take part in all 3 days of the activities before
signing up
- The activities camp will take place around the Kia Oval
- Exact details of timings and locations will be provided closer to the time and when your place has been confirmed.
SIGN UP LINK
🌟 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 3 and 4 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.
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