Reception

Dear parents and carers,

We have had an amazing few weeks in Reception, full of exciting learning and exploration.

As part of our topic, the children have been learning all about the role of a police officer. They have explored what police officers do, the equipment and clothing they need, and how they help us to keep safe. During busy learning, the children have been fully engaged in role play, discovering clues and investigating the home corner and classrooms to work out which 'crimes' may have been committed. This has encouraged lots of discussion, teamwork and problem solving!

A Visit from a Police Officer

The children have also been learning about laws and why they are important, making links between laws in our country and the rules we follow in school. This week, we were very lucky to have a visit from a police officer, who spoke to the children about their job, how they help the community, and how they keep people safe. The children asked lots of thoughtful questions and really enjoyed the visit.

Maths

The children have been exploring sharing and grouping. They have been learning how to share amounts equally and make groups through practical, hands on activities. During busy learning, they linked this to our previous topic on firefighters, thinking about how many firefighters are in each fire engine and how many groups they could make. The children have also been applying their maths skills throughout the day, sharing snacks and lunchtime food fairly.

Reminder about toys

We would like to gently remind you that children should not bring toys from home into school in their pockets or bags. The only things they need are a change of clothes, their water bottle and their book change wallets (on a Thursday). Please also make sure that children have water and not juice in their bottles at school. Thank you.

It has been wonderful to see the children so enthusiastic, curious and confident in their learning. Thank you for your continued support.

Kind regards,
The Reception Team

Community Noticeboard

Roblox Advice for parents

Roblox can be a creative and enjoyable space, but because games and social spaces are created by users, children’s experiences can vary widely. Many children start playing in primary school, often sharing games and conversations with much older users. Settings help, but they work best when combined with regular
conversations and adult interest.

Click here to find out more about how you can change the settings to protect your child(ren).

Domestic Abuse Support App

Domestic abuse, whether towards a female or male partner, can significantly affect the children who live in that environment. Exposure to violence, coercion or ongoing emotional manipulation disrupts a child’s sense of safety and can influence their behaviour, relationships and engagement in learning.

These situations are often hard to spot. Many victims work to hide what is happening, particularly from official agencies, due to fear of consequences for the abusive partner or worries about major upheaval for the family.

Hestia is a London-based charity that supports adults and children in crisis, delivering frontline services and campaigning nationally on issues such as domestic abuse, modern slavery and mental health. They have created the Bright Sky app, a free and discreet tool that helps people recognise signs of abuse, access specialist support and record concerns safely.

The Bright Sky app provides:

• A simple tool to help someone recognise signs of abuse and understand whether a relationship feels unsafe.
• A secure, optional journal for recording incidents or concerns that can be shared later with a trusted person or agency.
• A directory of national and local support services, making it easier to find the right help quickly.

To find out more, please follow this link: https://www.hestia.org/brightsky

Hounslow Repair Café - youth repair workshop

Hounslow Repair Café is running a programme of events, including the community repair café and new youth repair workshops focusing on developing electrical, bike and sewing repair skills.

The workshops are free courses for 12-24 year olds and take place one Sunday a month throughout the year at St. Leonard’s Church Hall, Heston Road, Heston, TW5 0RD. Run by Team Repair, participants earn a certificate and develop Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mechanics (STEM) skills, problem-solving, resilience, and sustainability awareness to reduce waste and promote a circular economy. Book now at https://e-voice.org.uk/hrc/book

Community repair cafés also run every third Sunday of the month from 1:30pm-4:30pm at St. Leonard’s Church Hall (address above). The next one is on Sunday 15th March, where people can bring bikes, small appliances, clothing and digital equipment to be fixed. Book your visit here: http://bit.ly/46njvd4

For any questions, feel free to email hestonrepaircafe@gmail.com

NHS Services for under 5s

Did you know GPs in Hounslow now offer more same day appointments for under 5s, including early evening slots? It’s a safer, faster alternative to waiting in A&E. You can first check your child’s symptoms on the Hounslow Healthier Together website before deciding where best to seek care.

Staines Rugby Club

Staines Rugby Club is looking for new girls, boys and women players to join them. They're offering the first two weeks free on Tuesdays as an incentive to try them out.

Sign up to easyfundraising and get an extra £2 for our PTA funds:

Our PTA is already signed up to easyfundraising - a very simple way to add extra money to the PTA. Money is donated as you spend it, in more than 8,000 retailers, including Tescos, Argos and John Lewis. Click here to sign up: 

Reach Schools Connect the Community Fund

We know that in the current climate, there can be numerous pressures on families and that these can constantly change from month to month. We want to raise awareness of our ‘Connect the Community’ fund that can be used by families to reduce any financial pressures.