Weekly Bulletins
Week beginning 15th December 2025
Fri 12 Dec 2025
The final school week of 2025 is here!
Firstly, we would like to congratulate our wonderful children in Reception who put on a fantastic performance of the Wriggly Nativity this week. Our hearts certainly were 'all full of joy' as the song said, as we watched them perform with confidence and pride. Well done to all involved.
On Tuesday next week, the children in the Year 6 drama club and Junior Choir will be performing to the school in the morning (final dress rehearsal) before their evening production to parents. Please ensure that all costumes for drama club and choir are in school by Monday at the latest. The evening performance will begin at 6pm. Children should arrive from 5:40pm with Choir heading to meet Mrs Sinclair in the music room and drama club to meet Mrs Olley in class 6.
After school on Tuesday, the children in years 1 and 2 will be singing some Christmas songs to parents on the playground from 2:45pm. Children in years 5 and 6 will be doing the same on Wednesday 17th and those in Years 3 and 4 will sing on Thursday 18th. We would love to see you there…feel free to join in.
On Thursday, there will be end of term parties for the children. These will take place after lunch so the children may bring a small snack (e.g. a packet of crisps, fruit selection or a small sweet treat). Due to allergies, they will not be permitted to share with others so please do not send sharing packs. Please can we also remind you that no nuts or fizzy drinks will be permitted.
On Friday we break up at the earlier time of 1:30pm. We would like take this opportunity to thank you all for your ongoing support this term and wish all those of you who are celebrating, a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. School re-opens to children on Tuesday 6th January 2026.
Week beginning 8th December 2025
Fri 05 Dec 2025
Thank you to our PTA for funding this year’s pantomime for all children across the school. A lot of fun was had by all. We hope your children enjoyed the show!
Well done to the children who performed at the CSMA orchestral concert this week. Their Nativity tableau accompanied by a live orchestra was breath taking and definitely had us all starting to feel pretty festive!
We start the week with Breakfast with Santa on Monday and Tuesday. If you have bought a ticket for your child, please come in via the main entrance where you will be directed to the hall for a yummy breakfast and an opportunity to meet the man in red! Children who usually go to breakfast club should enter via the playground by pressing the buzzer. Thank you.
On Tuesday, the children in Reception will be putting on their first performance to parents. If you have a child in Rainforest or Safari, please join us in the hall for a 1:30 start. You do not need a ticket to attend.
On Thursday 11th, it is Christmas jumper day. The children are invited to wear their Christmas jumpers to school with their uniform if they wish to do so. This is also Christmas dinner day. Please note, that on this day the options are RED (meat) ORANGE (Halal alternative) and GREEN (vegetarian). There will be no blue or yellow option on this day. Christmas crackers will be provided by the PTA for all children.
The opportunity to buy tickets for the PTA raffle closes on Thursday 11th and winners will be drawn in assembly on the 12th. Tickets can be purchased on the PTA page. You have got to be in it to win it! Visit: www.pta-events.co.uk/thehayes/index.cfm
Reverend Elizabeth will be visiting the children in Reception on Friday 12th to retell the Christmas story.
Lastly, we must let you know that at the end of this term, we will be saying farewell to Mrs Grima. After nine years at The Hayes, Mrs Grima will be retiring. We thank her for all she has done for the children at The Hayes and wish her the very best for the future.
Have a lovely weekend.
Week beginning 1st December 2025
Fri 28 Nov 2025
Thank you for joining us at our open afternoon today. We hope you enjoyed seeing how hard the children have been working and the opportunity to celebrate their fantastic achievements.
Next week some of our festive events begin. We are delighted to welcome Chaplin’s pantomime company who will be performing their rendition of Little Red Riding Hood for all children to enjoy. Our thanks go to our wonderful PTA for funding this incredible opportunity for our children.
We will also be holding our Elfridge’s gift room where the children, who have purchased a ticket, can choose and wrap a gift for a loved one during their lunch break.
From the 1st December our Christmas mail box goes up. If your child would like to post a Christmas card to a friend, please can we ask that you use first name and initial of surname along with the class number (e.g., Harry S. Class 8). This will help Santa’s elves to deliver them to the correct recipients.
Tickets for our Christmas raffles will also go on sale Monday 1st December at 9am on the PTA Events website. Visit: www.pta-events.co.uk/thehayes/index.cfm
12 Prizes of Christmas – Children’s Raffle
This raffle is just for the children and tickets cost 50p per entry. All tickets are purchased online. There is no limit to the number of tickets you can buy.
Please buy entries for each individual prize you’d like your child to be entered into. There will be 12 separate draws, taking place in assembly on Friday 12th December.
Prizes include:
- A movie afternoon for your class
- Extra playtime for your class
- A giant unicorn
- …and many more festive treats!
Grand Raffle
Our grand raffle is also online this year. Tickets are £1 each. There is no limit to the number of tickets you can buy.
Prizes include:
- 1st Prize: Nutribullet
- 2nd Prize: £50 shopping voucher
- 3rd Prize: Family entry to Godstone Farm
- Plus, additional prizes generously donated by the community
The grand raffle draw will take place at school on Friday 12th December.
Ticket Deadline
Tickets for both raffles must be purchased by 10pm on Thursday 11th December
Good luck to the girls’ football team who have a match on Monday against St David’s which is at home with a 3:30 kick off.
On Wednesday, the children in Year 5 and 6 will be attending an orchestral concert at Fairfield halls organised by the CSMA and featuring a nativity tableau from some members of The Hayes Primary School Drama club. There is also a netball league match against Gresham (away) A and B teams are both included. We wish the team good luck.
On Thursday, the children in Year 2 have a science workshop in school where they will be learning more about the human body and the children in class 1 will be visiting a local church to support their learning in RE. Class 2 will also have this opportunity on Friday.
Have a lovely weekend. See you in December!
Week beginning 24th November 2025
Sun 23 Nov 2025
Thank you to all those who supported our Road Safety week in school this week. We were very impressed with the children’s efforts to ‘be safe and be seen’ by decorating their bags. As part of this initiative, please can we urge all parents and carers to take extra care when driving and parking around the school. Recently, we have received an increasing number of concerns from local residents and families about unsafe parking and traffic behaviours during drop-off and pick-up times.
To help keep all of our children safe, please can we ask everyone to:
- Park only in legitimate parking spaces and avoid double yellow lines, corners, pavements, and the zebra crossing area.
- Do not stop on the main road to let children in or out of the car.
- Avoid reversing into busy roads, and ensure visibility is clear before moving off.
- Keep driveways, garages, and access areas clear, including areas marked with cones.
- Allow extra time in the morning and afternoon so that drop-off and pick-up can be done safely and without pressure.
- Be patient and considerate with other road users, residents, and each other. Our children learn from the behaviour they see.
We appreciate your support in ensuring the area around the school remains safe, respectful, and accessible for everyone. Thank you for helping us keep our community safe at all times.
On Monday, the children will be having a special assembly to raise awareness of neurodiversity in school. This is part of our PINS project (Partnership for Inclusion of Neurodiversity in Schools) and it aims to help children understand what neuro diversity is and encourage them to reflect on how we can work together to ensure all children in our school feel seen, understood and included. Croydon Active voices are also leading a parent engagement event on Friday 28 where they would love to meet you. This event is open to all (your child does not need to be on the SEND register for you to attend) and will begin at 9:30. Do come along to share your feedback and ideas, if you are able.
Good luck to the girls’ football team who have a match against Kenley at home on Monday after school. We are sure they will be the best they can be. Likewise, our boys’ team who have an away match versus Harris Kenley on Friday.
On Monday evening, we are hosting the last of our Reception open events for our September 2026 starters. This will begin at 6:00pm in the school hall to accommodate working parents who have not been able to attend the open morning.
On Tuesday 25, the children in Year 4 are heading out to the Hindu temple to support their learning in RE. We are sure they will be wonderful ambassadors for this visit. If you have not yet made your £1 donation for this visit, please can we remind you to do so.
The school nursing team will be joining us to administer the flu vaccine to those whose parents have given their consent.
On Friday, we invite you into school for our open afternoon. This is an opportunity for parents to visit your children in their classrooms and spend some time looking at their learning from the autumn term. Doors open at 1:45, we would love for you to join us to celebrate your children’s wonderful achievements.
Thank you for your ongoing support.
Week beginning 17th November 2025
Fri 14 Nov 2025
Thank you for your wonderful engagement in our Parents' evening this week. It is always a pleasure to share with you your children’s achievements and next steps in their learning. We thank you for giving up your time to strengthen our home school partnership.
Tomorrow is our Christmas Fair and we can not wait to see you there. It will run from 12:00pm to 3:00pm and is set to be a fantastic afternoon. Remember, tokens can be purchased in the playground afterschool today or at the stall in the hall tomorrow. Thank you to our PTA members who have worked really hard to put this event together and to all of the parents and carers who have donated items or kindly agreed to run a stall. We would not be able to do this without you.
Next week is Road Safety Week, and our ‘Explorer Ambassadors’ will be running a 'Brighten your Bag' competition to promote the importance Being Seen and Being Safe particularly now the evenings are dark so early. We are asking children to decorate their school bags using fluorescent and reflective colours, with logos or images linked to Road Safety. The more creative, the better! Bags need to be in school on Friday 21st November, and will be judged by the Explorer Ambassadors. A prize will be given to the winner from each class.
On Monday we are also hosting our PTA Annual General Meeting (AGM) from 2:15pm in the school hall. There will be an opportunity to vote for a new Chairperson. All are welcome.
The Scholastic Book Fair will be at school from the 18th to the 21st of November next week. It will be situated outside the Reception classes after school, you will be able to purchase books and stationary with card or cash. For every book sold the school receive rewards that we can use to purchase new books. This past year we have used the rewards to buy new dictionaries and thesauruses, Barrington Stoke collections of books and books by a range of new authors for key stage 2 classes. Thank you for your support of our Book Fair. We hope you are able to pop along after school next week.
Next week Reading Club begins for children in EYFS and KS1. This is a lunchtime club that runs on a Monday and a Friday lunchtime from 12:15- 12:45 and is run by our Year 6 pupil advocates. The children in EYFS and KS1 are welcome to come into the library area, where the older children will be happily waiting to share a book with them. They can listen to the younger children read or read a story to them.
On Wednesday the 19, the children in class 8 will be leading our assembly. If you have a child in this class and wish to join us, this event will start at 9:15 in the school hall. We would love to see you there.
Also on Wednesday, the children in Year 6 will have a workshop focusing on safe and responsible travel. We know that many children will travel independently when they start their secondary schools and this workshop will help to raise awareness of how to use public transport safely.
Good luck to out girls’ team who have a league match Vs Atwood (away) on Wednesday. We wish them the best of luck and have no doubt that they will ‘be the best they can be!’
Lastly, we are supporting the Croydon BME Forum, who are organising a borough wide non- uniform day on Friday 21 November to raise funds for the relief effort following Hurricane Melissa. Croydon has a significant Jamaican community, and many of Croydon’s staff and students’ families have been directly affected by this tragedy. Each child is invited to donate £1 and dress in the colours of the Jamaican flag (yellow, black and green) if they wish to participate. Payment can be made on ParentPay for those who wish to donate.
Have a lovely weekend and hope to see many of you tomorrow!
Week beginning Monday 3rd November 2025
Fri 24 Oct 2025
Today after school we are hosting our Spooktacular bake sale – why not pop along for an end of term treat? It is a great way to say well done to the children for a fantastic first half term of hard work and learning. Thank you to all those who baked for or donated to this event and to our PTA for running it. Items will be available for as little as 50p. Thank you for your support with our fundraising endeavours.
I would like to start this week’s bulletin with some fantastic news… Phase 1 of our swimming pool repairs have been completed. The pool has been refilled and is currently being heated. This means that swimming lessons will resume after the half term break. We will be starting with odd number classes and Rainforest class will be swimming for the first time too. All items in the children’s swimming kits should be named clearly and all children require a swim hat which can be purchased on ParentPay for £4.45. To support our younger children to dress independently, we recommend socks rather than tights and Velcro shoes rather than laces on swimming days. Thank you so much for your patience during the recent repair works.
Following the half term break, the children return to school on Tuesday 4 November (Monday 3 is an INSET day for staff only).
We are hosting a Reception Open Morning on Thursday 6 November. If you, or someone you know has a child due to start school in September 2026, please let them know they can book to attend our open morning on our school website. This will start at 9:30am in the hall. Also on Thursday, the school council will be meeting from 12:30-1:00 in the computing suite. School council reps should have an early lunch.
On Friday 7 November we are holding a pyjama day. If the children would like to wear their pyjamas, we ask that they donate an item for our Christmas Fair. In particular, our PTA would like bottles of drinks (alcohol and non-alcohol), chocolates and/or toiletries to make up the hampers. If your child is not comfortable wearing their pyjamas, they can choose a comfortable alternative. Please can we remind you to keep the date for the fair in your diaries (15th November) 12-3. We would love to see you there!
Lastly, we would like to thank you for your support during the first half term. We wish you all a restful and enjoyable break.
Week beginning 13th October 2025
Fri 10 Oct 2025
Week beginning Monday 13 October 2025
Today we had a fun day in school supporting Hello Yellow and the charity Young Minds who help children experiencing mental health difficulties. The children had an assembly led by some of our Year 5 mental health champions to remind them of all the ways they can get help if they are not feeling okay. With your support, we raised £96 for this charity. Thank you.
Today is also disco day and the children have been looking forward to this event. Thank you to our PTA and all our parent volunteers who made this fun opportunity possible for our children.
On Monday next week (13) our school photographer will be visiting to take individual and sibling photos only. Only siblings attending The Hayes will be photographed. ALL children should come to school wearing their full school uniform please. If it is your child’s usual PE day, please pack their trainers in their bags.
On Tuesday, we will be hosting a parent workshop for parents of children in Year 6 to find out more about the statutory assessments that the children will be sitting in May. If you would like to learn more about what will be tested and when, please come along to the school hall for a 9:10am start. There will be an opportunity to view past papers and ask any questions that you may have.
Also, on Tuesday, the girls football team have a cup match versus Castle Hill (away). We wish them the best of luck.
On Wednesday, the children in Class 9 will be leading our whole school assembly. If you have a child in this class and you wish to join us, please come to the hall for a 9:10am start. We hope to see you there. We will also be visited in school by Palace for Life who will be leading ‘No room for racism’ workshops for the children in Years 4, 5 and 6.
On Thursday, the school nursing team will be carrying out the Year 6 height and weight checks. Results of these checks will be communicated directly with you via the NHS team.
On Friday, the children in Year 4 will be visiting the Rainforest…with a very exciting workshop coming into school. This will involve a transformation of our IT suite, opportunities to dress up and chances to meet real animals and artefacts to enhance their geographical knowledge. Look out for photos on the website following the event.
On Friday evening (17th October), at 6pm, the booking system for our upcoming parents’ evenings will go live. For those of you who are new to the school, we run a hybrid model where, over the course of 2 nights you can book either a face to face appointment or a video call with your child’s teacher. The dates are as follows:
Tuesday 11 November: EYFS and KS1 on line/ KS2 in person
Thursday 13 November: KS2 online/ EYFS and KS1 in person
Appointments will be allocated on a first come first serve basis. We will send a reminder email containing booking instructions to all families at the beginning of next week.
Have a wonderful weekend.
Week beginning 22nd September 2025
Fri 19 Sep 2025
Week beginning 22 September 2025
Thank you to everybody for supporting our Jeans for Genes event today. Together we have raised £209 for this charity and raised awareness of those living with genetic differences, promoting kindness and tolerance of those who may appear different from ourselves. If you are yet to donate to this charity and wish to do so, this is will still be available as a payment item on ParentPay for a short while.
Throughout next week we will be sending some of our gifted and talented sportspeople from KS2 to special events at Trinity and Croydon High where they will have the opportunity to participate in some exciting sporting events. If your child has been selected, you will have already received an invitation to these events.
Wednesday the 24 is World Fitness day and we request that all children wear their PE kits to school. To remind all families, PE Kits are plain, dark jogging bottoms or shorts with a plain white round neck T-shirt. This can be accompanied by a plain grey sweatshirt or a logo grey sweatshirt. Please do ensure your children are wearing the correct kit. If you require support in obtaining school uniform, please do speak to us and we will be happy to assist. On this day, all children will be taking part in some exciting sporting events that promote physical activity and healthy and active lifestyles.
On Friday, it is National TA day. We are so lucky to have such a strong and dedicated team of support staff at The Hayes. We thank them for all they do and the contribution they make to our children’s education.
To keep you updated, our swimming pool is currently in need of repairs which, in the interest of transparency, are proving to be very costly. We have come up with a plan to block the work into phases, and the aim of phase one is to get us up and running again as quickly as possible. The pool has been drained and we have contractors on site from next week to begin the repair works which involve drilling new holes in the pool allowing us to run new inlets to bring fresh water into the pool. Once these works have been carried out, the pool will be refilled and reheated. At the moment, our aim is to be up and running again from the beginning to mid-October, with all being well. We are so sorry for the interruption to your children’s swimming lessons and thank you for your understanding.
As a final reminder, please can I ask you to park considerately at drop off and pick ups. We are receiving a number of complaints from local residents about parents parking across drive ways and garages when dropping their children off at school. Please do help us to maintain positive relationships with our neighbours and community by avoiding these behaviours. Thank you so much.
Have a lovely weekend.
The Hayes team.
Week beginning 8th September 2025
Fri 05 Sep 2025
The Hayes Weekly Bulletin.
Week beginning 8 September 2025
What a wonderful first week we have had in school! The children have settled so well into their new classes and have really impressed us with their readiness to learn. In assembly this morning we thought about new beginnings and reflected on the many things we wanted to achieve this year to help us ‘be the best we can be’. We reminded everybody about our school rules and the importance of being Ready, Respectful and Safe at all times. We have also enjoyed meeting lots of our new reception starters on their visits (one more group on Monday next week) and can’t wait to welcome them full time from Tuesday 9th September 2025.
The girls’ football team trials take place next week on Tuesday after school. These trials are open to children in Years 5 and 6 only. Netball trials take place after school on Wednesday and these are open to boys and girls in Year 5 and 6. To participate in these trials, please register your interest on ParentPay so we can get an idea of numbers.
Please can we remind you to make sure that all uniform is labelled. If items are named, we can usually get lost items returned to their rightful owners. There will be a preloved uniform sale on the playground next Friday the 12 September where you can purchase good quality items for low prices.
The first PTA event of the school year is coming up. There will be a school disco for the children in years 1-6. This will take place on will be on Friday 10 October. Tickets will go on sale from Monday 8 at 10am and sales will close on Monday 6 October t 10pm. A drink and a snack will be provided for children in Years 1 and 2 and a tuck shop will run for children in Years 3-6. Hotdogs can be preordered when you buy your ticket. Tickets can be purchased using the following link: The Hayes PTA The children in Reception will have a mini disco in their classrooms at the end of the day (no need for a change of clothes).
Thank you for your help with our new drop off locations for children in KS1 this week. Establishing this routine now will really help us when the building works begin.
We hope you have all enjoyed the first week back as much as we have and wish you all a lovely weekend.
Week beginning 7th July 2025
Sat 05 Jul 2025
Week beginning Monday 7 July 2025
¡Hola amigos! We kick off the week with an exciting Spanish Day! Children will immerse themselves in Spanish traditions through practical speaking and listening activities, including learning the Paso Doble dance with a professional instructor. They will also explore Spanish art, visit role-play stations like a café, hospital, and travel agent. Children are encouraged to wear red and yellow outfits inspired by the Spanish flag and can choose to have a Spanish flag face painting during break time. Special thanks to Mrs. Burbeary, our MfL co-ordinator, for organising this fun event. We look forward to sharing photos on the website soon.
On Wednesday next week, we look forward to welcoming our new reception starters to a picnic event from 1:45pm on the school field. We are looking forward to meeting our new starters and anticipate that it will be a joyful, fun-filled afternoon. If you are attending, please be sure to bring your data collection forms if you have not handed these in already.
On Thursday, the children in Year 4 are heading out on their visit to Beddington Park. I am sure the children will have a great time and be fantastic ambassadors for our school.
The Croydon Schools Sports Partnership (CSSP) will be in school on Thursday to support our children in Year 5 to complete their leadership training where they will be learning how to lead play across the school with younger children (year 3). We love giving our children opportunities to support one another in all aspects of school life.
On Friday, your child will be given a copy of their school reports to bring home to you. We are so proud of all that they have achieved this year and hope that you will be too. If your child has had a statutory assessment this year (Yr R, Yr 1, Yr 2 retakes, Yr 4 and Yr 6), their results will also be included with their reports. When you have read the school report, please can we ask that you fill in the parent feedback sheet and return this to school before the end of term to acknowledge safe receipt. On Friday, your children will also have a session with their new class teacher for next year. We will also send you an email to let you know who each class will be taught by in the new academic year.
Lastly, please can I remind all parents and carers to park responsibly demonstrating consideration for our neighbours and local residents. I am still receiving a number of complaints from unhappy residents who are reporting that their driveways are frequently being blocked by parents dropping off and picking up their children. Please support us in maintaining positive relationships with our wider community and refrain from doing this. Thank you for your support with this matter.
Have a lovely weekend.
Week beginning 30th June 2025
Sun 29 Jun 2025
Week beginning 30th June 2025
Thank you so much to all those who joined us last week for our fantastic events. Year 4 impressed us with their musical abilities during the Soundstart concert. Children from across the school demonstrated confidence and skill in the Music is Magic concert. We saw grit and determination from some of our KS2 children in the Croydon athletics tournament (boys’ heats, girls’ heats, and finals). Additionally, on Friday, we had our whole school Sports Day, which was incredibly well supported. Congratulations to Johnson (Green team) in KS2 and Ashcroft (Yellow) in KS1, who were this year’s trophy winners!
Next week, we are expecting higher temperatures once more. Please ensure your children are protected from the sun by applying a long-lasting sun cream before school, and by providing a sun hat and water bottle. Children will be permitted and encouraged to refill their bottles from the water coolers located around the school. You may also want to remind children that shade is available under our gazebos and that they can access the Indoor Calm Club if they feel too warm in the playground.
This week, the children in Year 1 will be having a hearing test at school. Any concerns raised will be shared directly with you by the school nursing team.
Aspens, our caterers, will be hosting our annual picnic event on Tuesday. There will be a red and green option only, as outlined in the email sent about this event.
Science workshops will continue across the week to inspire a love of scientific exploration!
On Friday, many of the children in Year 6 will have their Induction Day at their new secondary schools. We wish them the best of luck as they begin this exciting next stage of their education.
We hope you have had a wonderful weekend. Thank you for your ongoing support.
Week beginning 23rd June 2025
Sun 22 Jun 2025
Week beginning Monday 23rd June 2025
Thank you so much to everyone who joined us at our Summer Fair last week. It was a huge success and raised approximately £4,500 (final amount to be confirmed as soon as possible) to spend on the children in our school. We extend an extra special thank you to all those who helped with the planning of this event, as well as those who assisted on the day with setting up, running stalls, and clearing away. We could not have managed without your support.
Our PTA is looking for new members and would love to hear from anyone who thinks they could spare some time. Please speak to any existing PTA members to find out more about how you can get involved.
On Monday, we will be joined in school by the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI), who will be leading workshops with all children about water safety. As many families prepare for summer holidays, we hope these sessions will provide important reminders about how to stay safe around water, building on the in-school water safety lessons delivered by Miss Browne.
Next week, the Croydon Schools’ Athletics Competition will take place at Croydon Sports Arena for children in KS2. If your child has been selected to participate, you will have already been notified. The boys’ heats are on Monday, 23rd June; the girls’ heats are on Wednesday, 25th June; and, for those who qualify, the finals will be held on Friday, 27th June. Participating children should meet Mr. McEvoy at the venue. There is a small charge for spectators, payable in advance — details have been emailed to you. Good luck to our athletics team! Be the best you can be!
On Tuesday, 24th June, there will be a Year 4 Soundstart concert in the school hall, which parents are invited to attend. The Year 4 children will proudly showcase what they have learned in their Soundstart music lessons this year. Please join us in the school hall at 2:20 pm. Children in Year 3 will also be invited to this concert to get a preview of what they will be learning next year. We would like to thank Ms. Bird and Mr. Shepherd for their hard work in preparing our children for this event.
Over the coming weeks, we will be hosting a range of science workshops to inspire children’s scientific enquiry and passion for investigation. This week, Year 4 and Year 3 will participate in workshops on 25th June.
We are also excited to host our “Music is Magic” concert on Thursday, 26th June, starting at 6:00 pm. This fantastic event provides many of our children who have been learning to play an instrument with the opportunity to perform. You will have been notified by your child's music teacher if they have been selected. The Junior Choir will also be performing. If your child is participating, please ensure they bring their instrument to school on Thursday, as there will be a rehearsal with accompaniment. Children participating should arrive by no later than 5:45 pm, in school uniform, to take their seats. We look forward to seeing you there!
Weather permitting, Friday, 27th June, will be Sports Day, with Key Stage 2 events in the morning and KS1 in the afternoon. Children are encouraged to wear their team colours as part of their PE kit — plain black shorts and a T-shirt in their team colours are permitted. We kindly ask parents to refrain from joining in with the children’s events and to support and encourage from the sidelines. Water will be available from the PTA at a cost of £1 per bottle (donation to the honesty box), and all children will receive an ice pole to stay cool, courtesy of the PTA. First aid will be available at the scoring desk if needed. Thank you.
With the recent warmer weather, we’d like to share some sun safety reminders to keep everyone safe. Please ensure that your child applies a suitable long-lasting (8-hour) sun cream before school, wears a named sun hat for protection, and brings their water bottle, which they can refill from our water coolers around the school. Additional gazebos have been set up to provide shaded areas, and children have the option to visit the indoor Calm Club if the playground becomes too uncomfortable during lunch.
We have also received increasing concerns from residents about unsafe parking and dangerous driving within our community. We share their concerns and urge all parents to leave home with plenty of time to avoid rushing, park safely without blocking residents’ driveways, and ensure children cross roads carefully when arriving at school. Thank you for your cooperation.
If you’ve traveled through Purley this week, you may have noticed the trees adorned with purple knitting. We are fortunate to have the South East Cancer Help Centre nearby, which 'paints Purley purple' each year to raise awareness of the support available for those affected by cancer. New members can access up to 12 free one-to-one support sessions, including counselling and therapy, as well as support groups, exercise classes, and social activities in their first year. With NHS services under pressure, this local centre provides vital support, offering a space to talk, tools to manage anxiety, and a sense of community. If you or someone you know needs support, please contact them at 020 8668 0974.
Thank you for your ongoing support. Have a great weekend!
Week beginning Monday 20th January 2025
Fri 17 Jan 2025
Happy Friday! Well done to our girls’ football team who won their match yesterday 6-1. Well done also to our athletics team who made us proud by finishing 8 out of a competition that included 48 Croydon primary schools. Great effort from all.
Next week, we are hosting our SEND coffee morning at 9:00am. If you would like to come along and meet our new SENCO Mrs Barreiro, we would love to see you there. We will also be joined by a representative from Croydon Active Voices which is an organisation that supports parents of children with special education needs. We welcome you along to discuss any worries or concerns that you may have, even if your child does not have a diagnosed additional need. Our SEND team will be on hand to talk to you. This event will take place in the Music room so come to the main office to be let in.
Class 1 will be leading our assembly on Wednesday. If you have a child in this class and wish to come along, please join us in the hall for a 9:10am start. In the afternoon, the children in Year 6 will be participating in the Junior Citizenship scheme which is a programme to teach them about travelling safely, with secondary transfer in mind. This will also take place in the school hall.
There is a boys’ football match against New Valley (away) after school on Wednesday and a girls’ netball match against Smitham (away) on Thursday. We wish both teams the best of luck and know that they will be the best they can be.
On Friday, there is a meeting for parents of children in Year 5 about the upcoming residential to Carroty Wood. This will start straight after school and take place in the hall. Children are welcome to join you at this event so please do come along if you can.
Please can we remind you to name your children’s uniform. Today, we have collected many unnamed items to donate to the preloved uniform collection from the autumn term. If your child’s clothing is marked with their name, it will get returned to them. Thank you.
Finally, good news, our swimming pool is up and running once more and lessons will resume next week. We are starting with even number classes, so please make sure the children have their kits on their swim day. Thank you so much for your patience and understanding while the necessary works were carried out.
Have a great weekend.