The function and duty of a quality human being is the sincere and honest development of one’s potential.
Bruce Lee
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.
We look forward to welcoming our SIAMS visitor on Monday. Thank you to the many parents who have sent comments and feedback to help the inspector get a feel for our wonderful school community! We are excited to show her all that we do together to fulfil our school’s Christian Vision (given above).
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.
Sporting News
Congratulations to our superb KS2 athletes, who took part in a cross country running event today at Hampstead Heath. Coach Steve and all the accompanying staff and parents were super impressed with their individual and collective efforts to achieve their full potential! More details will follow in next week’s newsletter.
Parent Hub
The Holy Trinity Way – Positive Noticing
You get more of the behaviour you notice most. This isn’t a magic trick or positive thinking self-delusion. When you notice the good stuff and tell people about it, you change your child’s thinking. Catching your child doing the right thing is more impactful than catching them doing the wrong thing. Practise switching your focus this week to the positives.
For more information about supporting positive behaviours both in school and at home, you can sign up to the ‘Behaviour Book Club’ session, hosted by Charlotte Clarke from ‘When The Adults Change,’ online at 8:00pm on the last Thursday of each month. You can find the joining link for the ‘Behaviour Book Club’ here.
If you’d like to learn more about the relational approach we use to positive behaviour management, you can buy a copy of ‘When The Parents Change, Everything Changes’ online here or we have copies available to borrow in school – ask us on the gate!
Parent carer survey on playtime
Before we begin our OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) project in October, we need to know what you think about playtimes at our school right now. Please click here or scan the QR code below to complete the parent/carer survey by Monday 29th Sept:
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 in collective worship we continued our focus on Moses, especially his amazing experience of seeing the burning bush and hearing God’s voice. Asked by God to return to Egypt, confront the pharaoh and free the Israelites from slavery, Moses felt unworthy of such a great task. However, God had high expectations of Moses and knew just how much he was capable of – God had chosen him for good reason! God knew that Moses would grow and flourish from a shy old man into a courageous and inspirational leader. God knew Moses would need help, so God promised to be with him, and also commanded that Moses should take his brother Aaron with him to Egypt, as Aaron was a skilled speaker. God knew that if Moses and Aaron worked together, they would achieve their full potential, and develop into the great people He had created them to be. Because of his depth in faith, Moses decided to trust God, even though he was full of doubt and fear.
The story of Moses shows that God has a specific plan for each of us, and by trusting in Him and using our gifts, we can start fulfilling our potential and making a positive impact on the world.
Attendance and Punctuality
Our attendance improved to 97.1% this week – well done everyone!
The attendance bears went to: Reception with 99.3% and Y4 with 99%
Well done Y1 &Y2 and Y6 for winning the early birds for punctuality.
Class Pages
Class teachers have updated the class pages with timetables and class information on the curriculum for this term. 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 – update
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
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 |