Dear Parents and Carers,

I cannot believe it is the end of term today. Where is the time going? We have had a lovely term and are looking forward to a fabulous summer term as well. On Monday, Year 4 children took part in a tour around the National Gallery. They explored various paintings and worked together to uncover the hidden meanings behind the objects, animals, and figures in the artworks. It was interesting how each child interpreted the paintings differently. They had the opportunity to engage in a collaborative discussion and sit in front of some famous paintings. It was a great day.

Thank you for all your help at the Jumble Sale. It was a great success. Including the sponsorship money from Oakwood for the boards, we made £3358.41 in total, which is £200 more than last year. This is fantastic and will really make a difference. Thanks to those of you who came and bought items, helped set up, ran a stall, and cleared up. It was a lovely event. A massive thank you to Fleur, who organised it all. As her child is in Year 6, it was her last jumble sale and I thank her for all her hard work organising them. Also, a huge well done to some Year 6 children who made nearly £100 for the French trip by selling their homemade items. 

We had our school Eid lunch on Tuesday. We enjoyed very delicious food and each other' s company.

Year 1 Violet's assembly this week focused on hot and cold environments and it was very exciting. The children learned about icy places like the Arctic and very hot deserts and how people and animals survive there. A real-life explorer spoke to Violet class and answered many of their questions. This was a fantastic way to bring learning to life. Well done, Violet class.

The children are enjoying OPAL and the sunshine, eagerly exploring science through play, drawing around shadows and observing how shapes change. They have been having a fantastic time moving the kayaks on wheels and working together to create imaginative structures. They are really enjoying working together with energy, curiosity, and laughter.

Thank you for attending your parent/carers' meetings this week. It was lovely to see you and I hope you found the reports helpful for children in Years 1 to 6. Reception and Nursery will receive their reports at the end of the academic year.

Thank you for another great term. We feel very lucky to have you and your children at our school. I am proud of them every day, and their enthusiasm and kindness make it a pleasure to come to work.

I wish you a very restful and happy spring break. Have a very Happy Easter and Happy Passover.

Jessica

Headteacher