A loving heart is the truest wisdom.
Charles Dickens
Care, Courage & Co-operation
As we reach the halfway point of the spring term, as ever it has been both busy and productive! It has been wonderful to see that even at the darkest time of the year, the children lighten us all with their care, courage and co-operation both for themselves and for one another. We thank parents/carers for their continued support and care for our school. We very much look forward to some exciting whole-school creative projects next half term including:
- Art-A-Thon – Tuesday 25th February – Non Uniform Day £2 donation. It will be a very productive day which will include: Drop everything and Draw moments; Collaborative all-day art in the hall; Postcard art creation in class
- Week long workshops with a visiting sculptor, Darrell Wakelam
- Something for the adults – Sip & Sketch with Ms Periton – 25th February 7.00-8.30pm
This year we will be taking part in Neurodiversity Celebration Week from 17th-23rd March. Children will learn about neurodiversity and inclusion in an age-appropriate way, taking part fun and engaging activities. There will be displays in the upper and lower halls, featuring books and information posters. Classes will also be gifted with a range of fiction and non-fiction books celebrating and explaining neurodiversity in a child-friendly and accessible way, to add to class book corners.
We would really like to have some neuro-divergent speakers come and talk to the children too. If you know anyone who you think would inspire our children, or indeed if you are neuro-divergent yourself and would like to share your story with a class, please contact our Assistant Head/SENDCO Kate Arnison by Friday 28th February at k.arnison@holytrinitynw1.camden.sch.uk.
You can find out more about Neurodiversity Celebration Week and the resources we will be using on their website: https://www.neurodiversityweek.com/introduction
Camden Schools Art Biennale
Please click the link to watch a short film about the wonderful Camden Schools Art Biennale that took place in summer term 2024. Camden Schools Art Biennale | Central Saint Martins
Half Term Activities – see more further down this page
FREE Half Term workshops organised by Camden Schools Art Biennale team. Passing the Baton: From Simple Sticks to Spectacular Ideas Saturday 15th – Tuesday 18th Feb 2025 for 7- to 12-year-olds and their families.
Four workshops, one theme: come to one, or all four sessions!
Daily 10am – 4pm in timed slots Booking link:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/half-term-workshops-camden-schools-art-biennale-tickets-1216521230749?aff=oddtdtcreator Where: Meet at the Crossing, Central Saint Martins, Granary Square, Kings Cross Free, BOOKING ESSENTIAL. Children to be accompanied at all times.
Free Yoga Class
Attendance and Punctuality
Once again, our attendance has remained at 96% this week which is positive. That said, 97% is our school standard and, as we often explain, strong attendance ensures that as many children as possible are growing in confidence and flourishing in their learning.
The attendance bears this week go to Year 2 with 97.2% and Year 6 with 96.3%. The early birds went to Year 2 and Year 6.
Christian Vision
Strong in our faith in God, let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, by encouraging one another.
Hebrews 10:23-25
A significant event in the life of Jesus was the 40 days and nights he spent in the desert. In this time of preparation for his ministry, he was alone, hungry and tempted by the devil three times.
First the devil encouraged him to use his power for himself by turning stones into bread but instead he said, “People don’t live just by eating; they need God’s words too.” Next, he tempted Jesus to throw himself from the highest point of the temple and order angels to catch him. Jesus knew he shouldn’t test God. He said, “Don’t test the Lord your God.” Finally, the devil offered Jesus all the kingdoms of the world in return for worshipping him. Jesus replied, “Worship the Lord your God and serve only him!”
Jesus resisted all the temptations. He used scripture to answer the devil’s challenges he and trusted God. This story shows us that everyone is tempted, even Jesus. It also reminds us that when we’re tempted, we can turn to God and to his Word for help. He will give us the strength to do what is right, just like he did for Jesus.
No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it.
1 Corinthians 10:13
ROYAL ACADEMY YOUNG ARTISTS’ SUMMER SHOW – ENTRY NOW OPEN!
The Royal Academy Young Artists’ Summer Show is is a free, open submission exhibition for young artists aged 4–18 years studying in the UK. Submitting artwork is done online. Each student can submit ONE artwork only. There is no theme. A panel of judges will select pieces for the online exhibition while some artworks will also be shown at the Royal Academy of Arts.
Ms Periton says:
“I have now registered HTSS for this competition! You have until March 5th to make work to submit. Parents can do this for children by following the link and searching for our school by name. Alternatively, bring your artworks to the art room, with your full name, age, title, size medium, and a sentence about why you made it/what it means to you.”
For more info: https://youngartists.royalacademy.org.uk/
Free Counselling Service for Parents
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
We highly recommend the free counselling service for parents through Camden. You can find out more and register your interest via this leaflet.
New Emotional Wellbeing Website for Young People and Families
A new NHS website, packed with emotional wellbeing and mental health information and resources, has been launched to help young people and families, as well as professionals working with them, to navigate support options.
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.
NCL Waiting Room will continue to grow and develop, so watch this space for more details. You can visit the website here and try out the Support Hub resource navigation feature here.
If you have any feedback on the website, you can do this on the relevant pages of the site, or email rtown@tavi-port.nhs.uk
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.
Other Community Initiatives
The Young Magicians Club
Rob Earrey (Headteacher of Fitzjohn’s) is a Member of The Magic Circle is promoting ‘The Young Magicians Club’. It is open to 10 to 18 year olds for people who are really interested in magic. From January, Rob has taken over as editor of the club magazine Secrets. The magazine features interviews with magicians, new tricks, and tips on how to be a better performer.
Any children in our school that are REALLY into magic, please visit https://www.youngmagiciansclub.co.uk/ to find out more.
Community Initiatives
There is a tech camp happening during half term at St Chrisina’s in Camden. Book it by clicking here: They are offering a free day for children who are entitled to free school meals. If you are interested in this then please contact HTSS school office.
Forest School Half Term Club
Please click here to find out more.
Camden Library Activities
We highly recommend these. Click here for the catalogue.
Term dates for 2024 – 2025
| First day of autumn term 1 | Wednesday 4th September |
| Half term | Monday 28th – Friday 1st November 2025 |
| First day of autumn term 2 | Monday 4th November |
| Last day of autumn term 2 | Friday 20th December |
| INSET DAY | Monday 6th January 2025 |
| First day of spring term 1 | Tuesday 7th January |
| Half term | Monday 17th – Friday 21st February |
| First day of spring term 2 | Monday 24th February |
| Last day of spring term 2 | Friday 4th April |
| First day of summer term 1 | Tuesday 22nd April |
| Half term | Monday 26th May – Friday 30th May 2025 |
| First day of summer term 2 | Monday 2nd June |
| Last day of summer term 2 | Friday 18th July |