We have reached the stage of term where there are performances galore! I have been wowed by Year 6’s tale of Robin Hood and his merry men, Hoodwinked. I was so impressed by the way the children masterminded the whole performance, hosting it with a welcome and a final greeting, managing all the props and backdrops, singing beautifully, dancing energetically and acting expressively. Today, we were entertained by not one, but two music concerts. Visitors to our school were blown away by the standard of the performances and the confidence shown by the children. What a privilege it was to be able to watch.

There have also been a number of trips this week; on Tuesday Antelope class were enthralled in their science lesson at Coombe Girls’ and our Year 3 footballers had a narrow defeat at Green Lane. On Thursday our Y2 and Y4 swimming gala teams had great fun at Coombe Hill Infants whilst Year 6 enjoyed a visit from Lavender Hill magistrates. Lastly, Potter class went on a Geography walk around New Malden this morning - thank you to all our parent helpers who accompanied them.

You can see pictures of some of this month’s activities in our newsletter here.

We were also awarded an ‘Attachment Aware Schools Award, 2022’ this week, in recognition of our commitment to supporting children who have had significant relational traumas and to helping all members of the school community in developing positive, understanding relationships. I was asked to give a presentation to staff from Kingston, Richmond and Maidenhead about the way we have created ‘welcome leaders’ to welcome newcomers to the school. The credit really goes to our Junior children who brainstormed the ideas (including gorgeous teddy bears sporting our logo), minuted their decisions and emailed all staff, and to the children who have stepped forward to be welcome leaders.

Reminder - Meet the Teacher Meetings

We will be announcing the new classes for next year on Wednesday. The teachers are looking forward to meeting the parents at the following meetings: 

• Thursday 7th July - Y2 Parents meet Y3 Teachers - 3:45 p.m
• Monday 11th July - Reception Parents meet Y1 Teachers - 3:45 p.m.
• Tuesday 12th July - Y1 Parents meet Y2 Teachers - 3:45 p.m.
• Thursday 14th July - Y3 Parents meet Y4 Teachers - 3:45 p.m.
• Monday 18th July - Y4 Parents meet Y5 Teachers - 3:45 p.m.
• Tuesday 19th July - Y5 Parents meet Y6 Teachers - 3:45 p.m.

This is an excellent opportunity for you to meet your child’s new teacher. We will be sharing a booklet giving information about the arrangements for each year group. These will of course be available for anyone who is not able to attend.

Clubs Next Term

We have now finalised the new timetable of clubs for the autumn term and details can be found on the clubs page of our website. All clubs need to be applied for again, including all music clubs, as they are termly. Booking for clubs run by school staff will be available on ParentMail from Monday 4th July at times specified on the timetable and separate emails you will receive for clubs your child is eligible to join.

External clubs can be booked via details in their links on the clubs timetable on our website.

Clubs start w/c 12th September and will run for 10 weeks to w/c 21st November.

**Please note that the Infant football and infant dance clubs before school will take place at the Junior site, and children should be dropped off at the Junior site and then will be walked to the Infant site after the club.

St John’s Fun Day & BBQ - Saturday 9th July

St John’s is holding a Fun Day on Saturday 9th July at 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Kingston Road Recreation Ground. Please see the attached poster for more details.

Clarks Measure and Fit Appointment Service

Clarks have asked us to send a reminder or their Measure and Fit Appointment service as families start to think about school uniform shopping for the new school year. Skip the queues and book a 15 minute measure and fit appointment at a designated time to suit you. They are also extending their opening hours throughout August and the first week of September. They are taking bookings now for July & August and they are filling up fast so book early! Please see the attached poster or their website for more details. 

Tabitha White

Headteacher

 

Key Dates - Summer 2022 

• Monday 4th July - Junior Summer Concert - 7:00 p.m. in Junior Hall
• Tuesday 5th July - Juniors - Visit from Professional Football Freestyler
• Tuesday 5th July - Kipling Class Geography Walk to New Malden - 9:15 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
• Wednesday 6th July - Nursery ‘We Love Reading Day’: children are welcome to wear fancy dress
• Thursday 7th July - Infant Sports Day - 9:15 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
• Thursday 7th July - Y2 Parents meet Y3 Teachers - 3:45 p.m
• Friday 8th July - Reception to Y2 ‘We Love Reading Day’: children are welcome to wear fancy dress
• Friday 8th July - Y5 RE Walk Around New Malden - 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
• Monday 11th - Friday 15th July - Y6 Trip to Isle of Wight
• Monday 11th July - Y3 - Y5 Cricket Taster Day
• Monday 11th July - Reception Parents meet Y1 Teachers - 3:45 p.m.
• Tuesday 12th July - Y1 Parents meet Y2 Teachers - 3:45 p.m.
• Tuesday 12th July - Mufti Day and Y3 & Y4 Disco -  3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Juniors
• Wednesday 13th July - Y5 Trip to Coombe Boys’ - ‘Barnum the Circus Musical’
• Thursday 14th July - Y5 Trip to Kingston Mosque - 9:00 a.m. - 12 p.m.
• Thursday 14th July - Y3 Parents meet Y4 Teachers - 3:45 p.m.
• Friday 15th July - Nursery Fun Day
• Monday 18th July - Juniors Sports Day - 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
• Monday 18th July - Y4 Parents meet Y5 Teachers - 3:45 p.m.
• Tuesday 19th July - Y5 Parents meet Y6 Teachers - 3:45 p.m.
• Wednesday 20th July - Children meet new class 
• Wednesday 20th July - Y6 Trip to Tate Modern
• Wednesday 20th July - Y2 Disco - 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. at the Juniors (Year 2 children can wear own clothes for day)
• Wednesday 20th July - Y6 Leavers’ Celebration for Y6 parents and children - 7:00 p.m.
• Thursday 21st July - Parents’ Open Afternoon
• Friday 22nd July - End of Year Service - 9:45 a.m. 
• Friday 22nd July - Y6 Leavers’ Event - 3:30 p.m.
• Friday 22nd July - Early Finish
  Please remember, as is usual, school will close early on the last day of term, at the following times:
  • Infants @ 2:15 p.m.
  • Nursery @ 2.20 p.m.
  • Juniors @ 2:30 p.m.
  • Connect will start at 2:15 p.m. and run until 5:15 p.m