Year 3 Trip to the Hive - Geography

Children travelled all the way to Epping Forest to the HIVE, where they were given maps to certain locations. using latitude and longitudes co-ordinates they figured out where the clues were. They had an exciting time exploring in the forest. 

Workshop Ancient Greeks workshop

An interactive workshop that Year 5 truly enjoyed. Children learned and played games they would have played in ancient Greek times. 

The greatest gift of all: playing with you!

All children need to play. It is their way of learning skills and helps them to release their emotions. Regularly playing with your child will help you to feel closer. It will also encourage them to cooperate more, and you will feel more energised!

How can parents help?
I know most of you might feel exhausted at the end of the day. However, all you need is 10 mins of play, which will help both you and your child to let out some of the stress accumulated from your day. Can you try any of these at some point in your day?

* If your child is feeling over-excited and needs to let off some energy, how about taking him to a quiet, safe space and letting him spin around while you spot him?
* If she is having difficulty falling asleep at night, you could say goodnight to each part of her body.
* If he needs some help calming down, perhaps you could blow bubbles together and see how long you can keep them in the air before popping.
* Play football together by blowing a cotton ball around through straws.
* If she is finding a situation difficult, use stuffed animals to act it out.
* Finally, I always suggest following your child’s lead and joining them in their favourite game: let them teach

Sometimes we could all do with someone to talk to. If you would like to meet Helen Thorp for a confidential and non-judgemental chat about you, your child, or any other worries, they are available on Wednesdays from 9-10am. You can call/text 07429654584 or email helen@schoolscounsellingpartnership.co.uk 

Christmas Song Performance 

It was lovely to see so many families enjoying the Christmas songs the children have been practicing this term. The Christmas jumpers worn by the children made it all the more fun. I'm sure the children will be singing the songs well into Christmas holidays.  Videos will be emailed out to parents. 

Support for Families in Ealing Winter Holidays 2025 Getting help and support in Ealing  Please click on link to access:  https://www.ealingfamiliesdirectory.org.uk/kb5/ealing/directory/family.page?familychannel=0

2025 Term 1 Attendance winners:
Birch class with 97.5%

SPRING TERM SWIMMING LESSONS

Seahorse Swim School – Horsenden Primary School.  Seahorse Swim School offers high-quality swimming lessons in a safe, supportive environment at Horsenden Primary School.

What we offer

• Learn-to-swim lessons for children from 18 months and upwards Small group sizes (maximum 6 swimmers per teacher)

• Qualified and DBS-checked instructors

• Lessons follow the Swim England Learn to Swim Framework

• Weekday and weekend sessions available

• 30-minute lessons

For more information and booking:
https://www.horsenden.ealing.sch.uk/Seahorse-Swim-School/

Cost:  £11 per lesson (paid in advance via online booking)

Location: Horsenden Primary School,  Swimming is an essential life skill. Our structured, friendly lessons help children build confidence, technique, and water safety skills. Any enquiries please email: swim@horsenden.ealing.sch.uk 

Dates For Your Diary - Events Coming Up Soon 

Tuesday 6th January 2026 children return to school
Swimming lessons for 4 Poplar will start on Wednesday 14 January