Newsletters
Newsletter 26 Friday 28th March 2025
Dear Parents,
On Monday it was the anniversary of the martyrdom of St Oscar Romero, the inspirational Salvadorean bishop from whom we take our school mission statement, ‘Aspire not to have more but to be more’. In a turbulent world, his calm words continue to guide and inspire us. Thank-you to Mrs Desouza who presented a very thought-provoking assembly to the children about his life on Wednesday.
On Monday, in anticipation of Tuesday’s solemnity, we talked about the Annunciation in assembly. The children were reminded of Mary’s willingness to carry out God’s plan, and how we all have a plan to fulfil for God.
Environmental responsibility
From Monday, we are introducing some new rules about food at lunchtimes that will help us to cut waste and continue to recycle in the most responsible way. It is really important that you read the letter that will be attached to this newsletter today and talk to your child at home about what will be different.
After school activities – signing out
Following an update of our policies, each child who takes part in an after-school activity will need to be signed out. This will be done on our digital console outside the school office. If you are collecting your child from Homework Club, please come to the main door beginning on Monday, not the middle door as we have been doing.
Children who attend Breakfast Club at the Infant School will be required to be signed in by a parent each day, and texts were sent yesterday to alert families about this.
Stationery
At the start of each year, we ask parents to supply children with a pencil case containing the basic items that they will need for lessons. Please take time to check this equipment this weekend and replace any items that are worn out.
Frameless
On Wednesday Mr Chappell and Mrs Lever accompanied a group of children to Frameless, an art installation that is an immersive experience. The children were selected on merit, and have been asked to talk to their friends in class about their experience.
Stuart White RIP
On Tuesday Governors were present at a Mass at St Mary’s in memory of Mr White, whose funeral mass took place last week. The children were represented by the Head Girl and a member of the School Council, and their presence was greatly appreciated by Mr White’s family.
Class Liturgy
This week, we enjoyed a Class Liturgy from the children of Class 5C. They talked about the parable of the Fig Tree. This was the final liturgy of the term as we will be having our Stations of the Cross observance next week.
Homework Club – change of provision
Please don’t forget that it is now not possible to book Homework Club for Friday.
Basketball
Don’t forget that it is still possible to book Basketball. After the Easter Holiday we will be offering sessions as an after-school activity each Friday. It can be booked on Parentpay.
Achievement Certificates
The achievement certificates this week are awarded to Mary and Antonia in 3A, Favour in 3E, Kali-Annah in 4D, Alexandra in 4T, All in 5B, All in 5C, Aran in 6G and Jason in 6P. The Headteacher’s award goes to Mary in 3A. The Kindness Award goes to Felix in 6G. The Swimmer of the Week is Isabella in 6P. A special Governors’ Award goes to Suri in 6P and Atinuke in 6G for their service.
Have a restful weekend.
Yours faithfully,
A.J. McDonald
Headteacher
|
Coronavirus The World Health Organisation now considers the covid pandemic to not be a global health emergency. For advice and support if you suspect someone has covid, please visit: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/covid-19/covid-19-symptoms-and-what-to-do/ When using a test, check that it is a recent one that is set up to detect new strains of the virus. |