It was wonderful to welcome the children back to the summer term and to our Shakespeare project! They were absolutely captivated by ‘Phil the Storyteller’ when he came in to tell the story of ‘The Winter’s Tale.’ Later this term, we will welcome drama and dance specialists into school to work with children and staff in preparation for performances at the end of the term. The children’s curriculum work this term will link to themes from the story as well as historical links to William Shakespeare and the period in which he lived.
Dates for your diary
- Y1 meeting for parents about phonics screening – Monday 20th April at 4pm
- Sports Day – Tuesday 16th June
- Summer fair – Friday 26th June
- Shakespeare performances
- Infants: Tuesday 7th July at 9:30am and 2:30pm;
- Y3 & Y4: Thursday 9th at 2:15pm and Friday 10th July at 9:30am
- Y5 & Y6: Wednesday 8th July at 6pm & Thursday 9th July at 9:30am
Class Led Collective Worship – 2:55pm in the church hall
| Date | Year group |
| Friday 24th April | Year 1 |
| Friday 1st May | Year 2 |
| Friday 8th May | Year 4 |
| Friday 15th May | Year 5 |
| Friday 22nd May | Year 3 |
| Friday 5th June | Reception Class |
| Thursday 16th July | Year 6 leavers |
Regular Giving
If parents, family or friends are able to support the school regularly, please set up a regular donation with gift aid via our regular giving scheme on the link below. Every donation, no matter how small, makes a big difference.
https://cafdonate.cafonline.org/29543#!/DonationDetails
Moving On to Secondary School Event – bookings now open
Parents of children in primary school years 4 and 5, who are invited to the Camden Moving On to Secondary School Event on Tuesday 23 June 2026. Timed slots are available from 4pm to 6.30pm. This free in-person event at the London Irish Centre, Camden Square, NW1 9XB, is a great opportunity to:
- receive advice on how to apply for a Year 7 place for September 2027 from the
Camden Admissions Team - find out more about what Camden secondary schools have to offer your child
- speak with headteachers, student ambassadors and staff from Camden secondary
schools. - Parents and carers need to book places on: Camden Moving On to Secondary School Event Tickets, Tuesday, June 23 • 4 PM – 6:30 PM | Eventbrite
Christian Vision
Toward love and good deeds
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.
Hebrews 10: 24
The concept of depth in faith becomes most important when we look at the story of the Resurrection, as we did with the children this week. After Jesus died on the cross on Good Friday, his friends were heartbroken and confused; their faith was being tested more than ever before because the person they loved was gone. However, on Easter Sunday, the tomb was empty, and Jesus began to appear to his followers in a new, transformed way. This event proved that Jesus’ love was stronger than death, but it also marked a big change in how people would relate to him from then on.
During the forty days following the Resurrection, Jesus appeared and disappeared to different groups of people, almost as if he were training them for a time when he would not be physically visible at all. He was teaching them that even though he would soon go to heaven, he would always be with them. This is where the need for “depth” truly began. For the disciples, the Resurrection was the proof they needed, but for us today, it serves as a reminder that Jesus is alive in a spiritual way. We do not have to see a physical person walking through the school gates to know he is with us, because the Resurrection tells us he is around us all.
When we open our hearts and deepen our faith, we start to spot comeback moments everywhere. Every time someone makes a fresh start, it’s like a little spark lighting up the dark. We do not need to see the end of the story to know that everything is going to be alright.
OPAL update
What a wonderfully sunny, blossom-filled OPAL week it has been! Staff and children were full of smiles as they got stuck back into play times. Next week, all staff will receive training for phase 2 of our OPAL project… watch this space for more play experiences and updates!
We are currently collecting the following items for OPAL. Please pop them into the blue wheelie bin outside church hall. Many thanks!
- 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!)
The Holy Trinity Way
Behaviour Tip: managing secondary behaviours
Secondary behaviours are the ‘performance’ moves – the sighing, muttering, slow-walking etc – that happen after you’ve given an instruction or a correction. These are often a child’s attempt to reclaim power, deflect from the original negative behaviour, or ‘save face.’ Here are some tips on how to manage them at home:
- Don’t take the bait: when you react to the eye-roll, you move the spotlight away from the primary behaviour and into a potential power struggle.
- Be ‘boringly consistent:’ ignore the secondary theatrics. If they are moving towards the goal, even with a huff, they are technically complying. You can always revisit the secondary behaviour later when everyone feels calmer.
- Give ‘take-up time:’ deliver the instruction/expectation, then walk away. This removes the audience and allows them the space to follow through without further conflict.
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.
Attendance and Punctuality
Our attendance was 96.4% this week, a positive start to the term.
Congratulations to the following classes who had the best attendance for the first week back: Y2 with 98.3% and Y3 with 96.8%. The Early Birds go to Y1 and Y3.
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
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.
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 1 | Wednesday 3rd September (INSET days Monday 1st & Tuesday 2nd) |
| 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 | Monday 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 |