The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.
Coretta Scott King.
This Week
This week was a whirlwind of activity as we juggled busy preparations for our performances alongside the focus of our Ofsted inspection. We want to share our deepest thanks and huge appreciation to our entire parent community! Your care and support created a powerful feeling of strength that we truly felt. I also want to sincerely thank the incredibly dedicated staff of Holy Trinity & S. Silas. They consistently give nothing less than their best for the benefit of every single child. I was deeply warmed to see our whole school community—parents, staff, and students—take care, courage, and cooperation to an inspirational new level.
The Ofsted report will be publicly available by mid/end January 2026.
Christmas Shows
- Monday 8th December – 2:15pm – Infant Nativity
- Tuesday 9th December – 10am – Infant Nativity
- Wednesday 10th December – 2:15pm – Junior Christmas Musical
- Thursday 11th December – 9:30am & 6pm – Junior Christmas Musical
If you have not yet bought a ticket, please contact the school office as soon as possible. The children very much look forward to sharing their performances with all parents.
Filming
Thank you to everyone who has contributed toward the filming of our Christmas shows. We truly appreciate your generous donations, which ensure that every family will receive a link to the performances. We know that you will enjoy watching the shows time and time again!
School Christmas Day and Christmas Fair 12th December
Christmas Jumper Day, Christmas Lunches and Christmas Fair! All on our school Christmas Day on Friday 12th December. All children will receive a Christmas lunch, including children who are normally on packed lunches. If you do not want a Christmas lunch please let us know by emailing Ms Stenmark at: l.stenmark@holytrinitynw1.camden.sch.uk
OPAL update
This week saw lots of wonderful play across the school, as the photos below demonstrate! The children are really enjoying making dens with the new crates, playing with the donated toys and getting stuck in with lots of water play! Thank you to those who have been able to donate towards the construction trolley we are hoping to buy for the big playground; we’re half way there!…
If you would like to/are able to contribute to the project, however big or small, please click on the link here to donate.
As we move into the colder weather, please send your child in with warm, waterproof outer wear for playtimes. We also suggest popping a spare pair of socks in their bag. Please feel free to send in waterproof trousers too and/or wellies.
The Holy Trinity Way
Behaviour Tip: Offer help
When behaviour is wobbly, rather than reaching straight for the threat of punishment or sharing the effect that the behaviour has on your own emotions as a parent/carer, try offering help. You can ask, “What can I do to help you follow our rule about showing cooperation?” or “I know this is difficult, but we do need to get our shoes on; what can I do to help?” Take notice of how differently your child responds.
Occasional Places
On occasion we have spaces in which to welcome new children and families to our school. You are the ones that know us best, so if you know of any family looking for a school place, please do advise them to contact the school office to find out if we have any places. They are also very welcome to visit.
Christian Vision
At the heart of our school are high expectations and depth in faith that inspire us to grow, flourish and work together to achieve our full potential. It is our intention that we all develop our fullest sense of self, both individually and collectively.
Toward love and good deeds.
Hebrews 10: 24
This week the ‘O Antiphon’ we learnt about was ‘O Oriens.’ This is one of the very special names we use for Jesus during the time leading up to Christmas. Oriens is a Latin word that means “rising” or “east,” and it makes us think of the sunrise . Just like the sun rises every morning in the east to bring light and warmth to the world, Jesus is the light of the world. When we call him ‘O Oriens,’ we are celebrating that he came to chase away the darkness of sadness and fear, and bring us hope, peace, and love—just like a wonderful, bright new day.
Attendance and Punctuality
Our attendance dropped a little to 95% this week, but hopefully this is a very temporary dip caused by a couple of bugs flying around. We will be back strong for our performance week next week!
The attendance bears goes to Y2 and Y3 yet again, with an amazing 99% attendance.
Well done to Rec & Y6 for winning the early birds for punctuality.
Class Led Collective Worship
| Friday 12th December | Awards |
| Friday 19th December | Last day of term; children finish at 1:30pm |
Class Pages
Class teachers regularly update class pages and blogs with information and photos of recent learning. Link to your child’s class below:
- Reception – parents, look out for information from Ms See about accessing Tapestry.
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
- Year 4
- Year 5
- Year 6
Cool the School Fundraiser – An update on Cool The School
Please bear with us and we will update you again in the next half term!
Our thanks again to parents and carers for their generous donations for the school air cooling system. Our total fund now stands at a whopping £28,038!
We are in the process of sourcing some further quotes, scoping the ancillary works and looking into planning permission to make sure we can start the project as soon as we can.
Camden Music Service
From Y1 onwards, you can sign your child up to learn an instrument in school. For more information and to download the Camden Music Service application form, please click here.
Support for parents
Parenting Programmes available in Camden
SFSC: Parenting Programme
Practical tools and age-specific guidance to help parents raise confident, emotionally secure, well-regulated children.
Parents learn how to:
- establish calmer routines
- respond to behaviour more effectively
- support children’s emotional well-being
- create more positive home learning environments
Register here
SFSC: Stronger Relationships
For co-parents (together or separated) who want to reduce conflict and improve communication.
Parents learn how to:
- de-escalate arguments and manage stress
- communicate with clarity and empathy
- keep children out of adult disagreements
- build steadier, more supportive home environments
Register here
Why this matters, now more than ever.
Children who experience tension or conflict at home often struggle more with:
- concentration and learning
- emotional regulation
- peer relationships
- attendance and engagement
By strengthening parenting skills and reducing conflict early, we help children feel safer, calmer and better equipped to thrive both at home and at school.
We highly recommend the free counselling service for parents through Camden. You can find out more and register your interest via this leaflet.
Place2Be is a children’s mental health charity with many years of experience working with UK schools to improve children’s wellbeing and behaviour. The charity also supports parents and families and has a wealth of practical tips and advice on many areas of parenting, all of which can be accessed online, including: dealing with changes and endings; building resilience; separation anxiety; de-escalation techniques; positive body image; friendship issues; perfectionism; sleep; gaming habits; and many more. Click on the link here to access and explore the support
Supporting your neuro diverse child
Emotional Wellbeing Website for Young People and Families
NCL Waiting Room was produced with the help and input of young people, families and professionals. It aims to be a ‘one-stop shop’ for information on specialist mental health services, community groups, emotional wellbeing and self-care resources.
It allows young people and their parents or carers to search for, filter and share resources based on their needs and preferences.
You can visit the website here and try out the Support Hub resource navigation feature here.
Other Community Initiatives
Workout with Wendy
Looking for an online fitness class? Join Wendy’s workouts! Contact: wendyroberts2@icloud.com
Learn to cycle this term: https://www.bikeability.org.uk/
Camden Library
Camden Library Activities
We highly recommend these. Click here for the catalogue.
Term dates for 2025 – 2026
| First day of autumn term 1 | Wednesday 3rd September |
| Half term | Monday 27th October to Friday 31st October |
| First day of autumn term 2 | Monday 3rd November |
| Last day of autumn term 2 | Friday 19th December |
| INSET DAY | Monday 5th January 2026 |
| First day of spring term 1 | Tuesday 6th January |
| Half term | Monday 16th – Friday 20th February |
| First day of spring term 2 | Monday 23rd February |
| Last day of spring term 2 | Friday 27th March |
| First day of summer term 1 | Tuesday 13th April |
| Half term | Monday 25th May – Friday 29th May 2025 |
| INSET DAY | Monday 1st June |
| First day of summer term 2 | Tuesday 2nd June |
| Last day of summer term 2 | Friday 17th July |