Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.

Carl Sagan

British science week

This week the children enjoyed hands on investigations with scientists from The Francis Crick Institute, with Y5 spending a whole day at the Crick’s Weston Discovery Lab, an annual opportunity for all Y5 classes in Camden schools.

Parents Evening

We look forward to welcoming parents next week to meet class teachers and to hear how their children are flourishing! Please ensure that you arrive on time and if there is an exceptional reason that you are unable to attend, we ask that you let the school office know promptly. If you want to view your reservation, it exists on your Arbor portal dashboard. Ms Stenmark can assist you further with this, in the office.

School Photo Day

Don’t forget it is school photo day this Monday 16th March, please ensure children have their full school uniform to match their gorgeous smiles!

Parenting Guidance

Click here to explore this excellent website with a wealth of parenting advice for parents/carers of younger children.

The Holy Trinity Quiz- back by popular demand! Click here for your tickets!

OPAL update

As part of our OPAL project, we have been opening up the infant and junior playgrounds for all children to access on Mix-up Mondays and Freedom Fridays. Following a vote in this week’s OPAL assembly, we have agreed to trial opening up both playgrounds every day of the week for two weeks. After the trial, we will hear from the children what they like/don’t like about it, before planning our OPAL offer for the summer term.

Thank you so much to families who have donated wet weather gear and equipment, we are hugely grateful. Our new OPAL donations drive is for the following items:

  • Cardboard boxes of all shapes and sizes – please put these in the blue OPAL bins outside the church hall
  • Flowers/petals for the mud kitchen/potions station – instead of throwing away your ‘past their best’ flowers, pop them in the blue bucket next to the OPAL bins outside the church

If you are able to donate any amount towards our OPAL fund, big or small, please click here. Many thanks! We are currently fundraising for another social space to join our new big green den (a small green den!)

Neurodiversity celebration week

Following on from last year’s success and positive feedback from children, staff and families, we will be taking part in this year’s Neurodiversity celebration week! The infants will explore stories about difference and how every individual is unique and special. The juniors will take part in age-appropriate sessions on neurodiversity, using guidance and resources from the University of Edinburgh and their programme LEANs (Learning about Neurodiversity in schools).

Girls Get Moving – free physical activity sessions for 8 to 14 year-olds (Jenny Mungroo, jenny.mungroo@camden.gov.uk)

Girls Get Moving is the perfect chance for girls aged 8 to 14 to get active, make new friends and try out a variety of fun sports and games – all in a safe and welcoming environment. Activities, which are free of charge, include trampolining, football, basketball, badminton, dodgeball, tennis, fencing, adapted games and much more.

The next sessions are taking place during the Easter school holiday at Talacre Community Sports Centre, Dalby Street, NW5 3AF on Monday 30 March and Tuesday 7 April, from 4pm to 6pm each day. To secure a space please fill in the online registration form.

The Holy Trinity Way

Behaviour Tip: positive noticing before school

Imagine your child leaving home on their way to school with a big brown Paddington Bear-style label tied to them. What would you want it to say? Make these your last words to your child before they walk out of the door.

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 we reflected on Palm Sunday, when Jesus rode into the city of Jerusalem on a humble donkey and the streets were filled with people waving palm branches and cheering. That act alone teaches us how to live with care, showing us that even the smallest acts of kindness—like laying down a cloak or sharing a smile—can make someone feel truly welcome and loved.

This special day also reminds us about the importance of co-operation. The people in the crowd worked together to create a path and celebrate as one big community. Just like the people in Jerusalem, we are at our best when we help and support one another and work as a team, be in the classroom, in performances or simply in the playground – working or celebrating together unites and energises us.

Palm Sunday is also a story of great courage. Jesus knew that the week ahead would be difficult, yet he kept moving forward with confidence and conviction. For us, being courageous might mean trying something new, resolving friendship discord, or admitting to a mistake, as daunting as that may feel.

As we celebrate this week, let’s try to carry that same bravery in our own lives, looking after each other with big hearts and helping hands.

Attendance and Punctuality

Our attendance continued to be a positive 96.5% this week.

The attendance bears go to Year 2 with 98.7% and Y3 with 99% – great job!

Well done to Y2 & Y3 for winning the early birds for punctuality.

Class Pages

Class teachers regularly update class pages and blogs with information and photos of recent learning. Link to your child’s class below:

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

Castlehaven Community Centre Calendar and Events


Community Kitchen for Local Families

Family Kitchen at Home

For families with children aged between 2-11 years old. A four week healthy cooking programme for families providing opportunities for further cooking techniques and to cook and eat healthy meals together. Families who register will get £30 food e-vouchers towards ingredients for the recipes. To register your interest, please click here

We highly recommend the free counselling service for parents through Camden. You can find out more and register your interest via this leaflet.

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

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 1Wednesday 3rd September
Half termMonday 27th October to Friday 31st October
First day of autumn term 2Monday 3rd November
Last day of autumn term 2Friday 19th December
INSET DAYMonday 5th January 2026
First day of spring term 1Tuesday 6th January
Half termMonday 16th – Friday 20th February
First day of spring term 2Monday 23rd February
Last day of spring term 2Friday 27th March
First day of summer term 1Tuesday 13th April
Half termMonday 25th May – Friday 29th May 2025
INSET DAYMonday 1st June
First day of summer term 2Tuesday 2nd June
Last day of summer term 2Friday 17th July