Dear Parents/Guardians,

It was lovely to see the children return from half-term in their smart 'winter uniforms'. We began the shortened week with Mass, celebrating the feast of All Saints – it was an uplifting way to begin the week.

It was a big week for our year 5 sports teams as the netball team took part in a festival at St George's and the boys played their first football match of the half-term – the children had a great time and represented the school superbly.

This morning the assembly was on the topic of Diwali. The children learnt about the festival, when it occurs, what it celebrates and how it is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains. 

As you can see, the new group rooms are completed and already in use with a range of activities including individual/small group music lessons led by Surrey Arts. Surrey Arts presented at the Key Stage 2 assembly this week with the aim of providing a wider offering of lessons. If interested, please see the flyer in today's newsletter.

Have a lovely weekend,

Gerry Flower

News/notes

School Tours for Prospective Parents - Open Mornings

We welcome prospective Reception parents to our upcoming open days to learn more about our lovely school:

Friday 8^th January 2027:                       10am – 12pm 

Please click the link here to book your slot.

We look forward to meeting you all.

Emma Leach Support Session

We are delighted to invite all parents/carers to an informative and supportive session delivered by Emma Leach, Outreach Teacher from Freemantles School.

Emma will share practical strategies and advice to help parents and carers better understand and support their child's needs at home. The session will focus on simple, effective approaches that can make a positive difference to family life and your child's wellbeing.

This session is suitable for all parents and carers of neurodivergent children, whether your child has a formal diagnosis or not. Please note that this is an open invitation that has been shared with the whole school. We would be delighted for anyone who wishes to join us to attend.

Date: Wednesday 18th November 2026
Time: 9-9:30am
Location: School Hall

Whether you are just beginning to explore neurodiversity or are looking for new ideas and strategies, this session offers valuable insights and practical suggestions to support your child to thrive.

Please let the school office know if you will be attending.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Medical Reporting Guidelines 

As outlined in our medical reporting guidelines, we would like to inform you that you will receive an email whenever your child receives first aid during the school day. This will ensure that you are kept fully informed of any accidents or incidents, however minor, and any treatment that has been provided. This will replace the paper head bump/accident forms that we usually send home.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the school office.

Surrey Arts Music Lessons for Y4-6

Parking

Parking is available in the Coronation Rec car park which is just a short walk away from school. Alternatively, you can park for free at Hersham station car park on Walton Park with a permit which you can obtain by emailing the school office your car registration plate.

Please also note that parents dropping their children off for Breakfast Club or any morning clubs are not allowed to park in the school car park.

National Online Safety: Wake Up Wednesday Guides for Parents 

We would like to make you aware of our ‘online safety’ advice, guidance and support page called ‘Wake Up Wednesday - what parents / carers need to know’.

Wake Up Wednesday, created by The National College, aims to inform parents and carers on topics such as social media platforms, gaming, and iPad security. They include top tips, important reminders and reality checks on a wide range of online safety topics. They are a great resource to keep up to date with the issues children may encounter. 

We will post relevant articles of interest that should help you and your child here on our website.

We thank you for your ongoing support in assuring the safety of our pupils online.