NEWSLETTER
SUMMER
Week 11
Thank you so much to all of our families who have been supporting our pupils to aim high and have fun throughout the end of year exams and assessments, and exciting celebrations and trips.
It has been a joy to walk alongside our pupils as they continue to endeavour ahead of the summer holidays. We know we will be able to share lots of positive news when results day arrives next month. For now, please read updates on all your children have been doing, and don't forget to make a note of any important dates mentioned by their teachers.
Dates for your diary
Take note of these upcoming events and visit the parent's calendar to see an overview for the term...
Remember:
- Year 3 Parent Celebration Event - Mon 8th July, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
- Year 4 Parent Celebration Event - Tues 9th July, 2:45pm - 3:15pm
- Year 6 Parent Celebration Event - Mon 15th July, 2:45pm - 3:30pm
- Year 1 Parent Celebration Event - Tues 16th July, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
- Year 2 Graduation Event - Weds 17th July, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
- Year R Graduation Event - Thurs 18th July, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
- Year 5 Graduation Event - Fri 19th July, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
- Nursery Parent Celebration Event - Fri 19th July, 10:30am - 11:00am, 2:30pm - 3:00pm
*Please note that Year 2 and Year 5 will be having a graduation event as they will be moving up the building to the next phase.
Spotlight on...
Being present at pick-up!
Thank you for not using or being on your mobile phone when you collect your child. We understand that mobile phones are an essential part of our daily lives, but we kindly ask that you refrain from using them during this important time, as your child looks forward to seeing you at the end of the day to reconnect with you, and share what they have been doing.
Being fully present for your child in general, and at these key times, not only shows them that they are your priority but also helps them feel safe and valued which help them to become resilient adults.
Psychology Today have carried out studies into the damage that can be done when parents are physically present, but distracted and less responsive because they’re attending to their smartphones, here is the link if you wish to read the article.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in making our school a nurturing and supportive environment for all the children.
Warm regards,
Reach Academy Feltham
Primary
Early Years - Key Stage 2
Nursery
This week the Saplings have been completing the Big Goal of visiting a Post Office. We were able to walk sensibly using the duckling line, follow instructions, cross the road safely, stick our stamps on the letters, post them and most importantly, have fun!
We were really excited to post our invitations to our families and are really looking forward to seeing our families come into Nursery on the19th to watch our performance of ‘Don’t let the pigeon drive the bus!’
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At the end of June, the Seedlings visited Tesco to buy some interesting fruit. We came back to the Nursery and had great fun eating all the delicious, juicy fruit. Some of us really aspired to try fruit that we’d never eaten before.
Reception
Literacy
In Literacy, we have been learning the story ‘The Fisherman and his wife’. We have been looking at the moral within the story which is to be grateful for what you have. The children have been writing about what they are grateful for and sharing this with their classmates.
We have also been creating our own pictures and stories about magic fish independently. When doing our writing, we are using our phonics knowledge to help us write independently. Please encourage your child at home to write their own story about a magic fish and bring this into school to share with their class.
Maths
In Maths, we have been focusing on subtraction within 10. We have been using our number bonds knowledge to support us with our subtraction. We have been using our subtraction knowledge to buy ice cream from our class ice cream shop so that we can give accurate change. Please practise subtraction with your child at home and share this with us on tapestry.
Big goals
As part of our big goals, we planted tomato seeds. We have been taking care of our tomatoes, ensuring that they have what they need to grow. Each day, the children have been watering their tomatoes and ensuring that they have enough sunlight. Our tomatoes have grown tall and we have now planted them on the farm. We hope to see some red tomatoes soon.
Year 1
We have been having an amazing time in our art lessons creating collages with tissue paper. We have had to carefully draw our designs with a pencil and a ruler before cutting up the paper and sticking it into our books!
We have also been working hard in our maths lessons and have had some exciting lessons outside on the playground! We spent a morning throwing beanbags and measuring them with our metre sticks to see who threw them the furthest!
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We are looking forward to our last few weeks in Y1 and can’t wait to see you all at the Y1 parent celebration event on Tuesday 16th July at 14:30.
Our wonderful Y2 students have been working extremely hard as students prepare to move up to Year 3.
Maths
In Maths, children have been finishing their arithmetic unit, working on subtracting using the column method.
Geography
In Geography, we learned early human societies were nomadic, meaning they didn’t have permanent settlements as they moved from place to place in the search for food and shelter. Around 10,000 years ago, as humans made advances in farming and the domestication of animals, more permanent settlements became commonplace. We then learnt about the features of cities and how the land within is used for residential, commercial and industrial use, linked by different types of transportation.
Science
In Science, we have learnt about desert and rainforest habitats. We learnt that there are hot deserts (such as the Sahara) and cold deserts such as the Antarctic. The key feature of deserts is that they are extremely dry. In contrast, rainforests (such as the Amazon) are characterised by their humid and rainy weather. They are mostly located between the two Tropics, around the Equator.
Over the last two weeks, Year 3 have been completing their assessments. We are so unbelievably proud of the endeavour and courage that they have all shown! Well done team! Please see a picture of them enjoying their ice lollies as a reward.
DT
This term in DT, the children are focusing on a textiles unit. Within this, they have been designing and making a cushion. They have been thinking carefully about what makes a great cushion including ensuring it is durable and aesthetically pleasing. The children have been learning how to cross stitch and will be using this to construct their cushion. They are also using a sewing technique called appliqué to sew patches of fabric onto other pieces of fabric.
Writing
In Writing this term, the children have written an adventure narrative based on the book Stone Age boy. In the children’s writing, they wrote their own enthralling story in which a character travelled back to a different period of history. Within this piece of writing, they used literary devices such as ellipses to build suspense and keep the reader hooked! Here are some examples of the fantastic writing that the children have produced.
PE
In PE this term, we have been focusing on Outdoor Adventure Activities. Within this unit, the children are learning to work effectively as a team. This is such an important skill to master in order to be successful in so many sports, but is much harder than it sounds! Good team work requires excellent communication, trust and problem solving. The children are doing so well to develop these skills and are becoming valuable team players.
Year 4
Year 4 has had a busy couple of weeks with their assessments! The children have endeavoured so much and have persevered throughout, demonstrating great determination and resilience. They have approached each task with a positive attitude, applying the knowledge and skills they have acquired throughout the year. It has been inspiring to witness their hard work and growth. We are incredibly proud of their efforts and look forward to celebrating their achievements together. Well done, Year 4!
Maths
As we are approaching the end of the year, for Maths, we are preparing the children to be successful in Y5 by consolidating and stretching their learning to be able to think critically and mathematically when answering multi step word problems.
DT
In DT, we are finalising our designs for our slingshot cars. The children have used the DT cycle of ‘Design, Make and Evaluate’ to ensure the model worked efficiently and met their target brief. We cannot wait to go head to head and race our cars!
The value of Show Courage has been shown so much by children during their swimming lessons on Monday. To witness some children conquering their fears and even stepping into the water has been a massive success especially graduating into the big pool!
Reminder: Y4 Parent Celebration Event - Tuesday 9th July 2:30-3:15 in the main hall. We are so excited to have you come and share this moment with us and your children.
A recommended read for Year 4!
The Paddington series
The Browns meet Paddington on a railway station and discover that ordinary things like having a bath or travelling on the underground can soon become quite extraordinary if a small bear is involved! More than 35 million Paddington books have been sold around the world, and the characters have also appeared in popular film and TV series!
Relationships and puberty
This week we completed our Team Reach Day! It was all about relationships and how bodies change during puberty. The children took part in an incredible workshop by LMK that focused on identifying relationships' healthy and unhealthy traits. Make sure you ask them about these during the weekend.
A Geography picnic
On Tuesday the 16th, the children will be having a celebration picnic for their geography unit in school! This will be a chance for them to celebrate all of their hard work in these lessons. Make sure to quiz children on their knowledge of squatter settlements which they have been learning this half term.
Year 5 graduation event: Friday 19th at 3:30pm
Remember that we are hosting the graduation for Year 5 on Friday 19th from 3:30 to 4:30 in the main hall. We are so excited to have you come and share this moment with us and your children. The ceremony will include a performance from the children, a slideshow of pictures showcasing their journey, and the receiving of the ties that will be a part of their uniform in Year 6. We would love it if you could bring a snack to share to the event.
Please make sure it is clearly labeled with the ingredients that it contains and that it is 100% nut-free.
Year 6
Social action
For the last two weeks, pupils have been working on a social action project in conjunction with First Give. Across both Team Cherwell and Ouse, pupils have identified an area of need within their local community and have worked in groups to help to address the issue. From bake sales to leaflets and from games to shoe box collections, pupils have been raising money and awareness of the issues closest to their heart. Congratulations to all pupils involved: here are some photographs of their work.
Key dates for Year 6
Monday 8th July - bring in labelled medication for Jamie’s Farm
Tuesday 9th July - Friday 12th July - Jamie’s Farm
Monday 15th July - trip to Museum of London Docklands and parent celebration event (2.45pm - 3.30pm Main Hall)
Thursday 18th July - Year 6 Auction and Team Reach Prize
Monday 22nd July - Transition Day
Tuesday 23rd July - Whole School Sports Day
Secondary
Key stage 3 & 4
Attendance
We have been celebrating success across Year 7 as a number of students in the last 2 weeks have achieved a fantastic 100% attendance.
Preston won the attendance certificate this week
Payslip Hero Asil earned over 250 points
Team Don, congratulations on becoming the Attendance Champions of Year 7 for the fifth time running and Team Tyne well done for the Payslip Champions.
Team Tyne you still have plenty of time to claim your award!!!
Headteacher's lunch
The headteachers’ lunch invitation went to:
Riley James in Don Class and Charlie R in Tyne class.
Head of Year 7, Michelle, said: “Riley James has shown such endeavour these last few weeks. I have noticed a real increase in the number of merits he is receiving and he has been producing some very high levels of work across all subjects. Riley has reflected on past behaviour and is a prime example of a pupil who understands our school values particularly in #Reflect and #Endeavour, This headteacher's lunch couldn't have gone to a more suitable student. Congratulations Riley!”
“Charlie R, for always being super engaging in all his lessons. Charlie is thriving academically and is a great attribute to Year 7 since joining. Charlie has a very witty sense of humour who knows how to gather an audience with his jokes. Well done Charlie!”
Shout-outs!
- Kit- SO team tyne for such enthusiasm and depth of knowledge in Science today! Jordan was HOTR for his hard work and he put up his hand for every question!!
- Ben- SO to Tyne for an excellent PE lesson and to Lucas and Phoebe for superb batting
- Chloe V- SO to both Don and Tyne for being so respectful, patient and kind to each other during their Spanish speaking exams. They were fantastic! And SO to the MFL interns and PMU for being so organised with the speaking exams the students felt very successful! 🎉
- Shiv- SO to Team Don for showing great endeavour and resilience in converting fractions to long recurring decimals!
- Chloe V- SO to Team Tyne who have had a great start to their Spanish assessments today!
- Chloe V- SO to Team Don for their amazing focus during their Spanish assessment!
- Kit- SO to Team Tyne who completed their first science assessment perfectly and did some excellent revision
Extra curricular activities
We have a large number of students who take part in a wide range of activities in their spare time from football to dance classes to Sea and Air Cadets and even competing in boxing competitions. We would love to share more on the activities your child/ren do outside of school so feel free to contact HoY7 with some photos to share in the next newsletter.
CONGRATULATIONS
Phoebe 7 Tyne is in the Sea Cadets: she completed the first ever rowing regatta and she brought home gold! Not only that but they qualified 1st place for the Area Regatta being held 7th July!
CONGRATULATIONS
Kenzie 7 Don won 6 trophies. He is so committed and passionate and he has worked so hard this season! Players Player, Best Goalkeeper 23/24, long service, most committed player, team trophy 🏆🌟⚽️🥅🧤
Year 8
Year 8 are showing such excellent endeavour and aspirations in lessons over the last two weeks. They have been preparing for their end of year assessments. We have lots of joy to look forward to including celebration week (and their last Reach prize and auction ever!), trips to St Paul's Cathedral, the residential to Buddens Activity Centre, drop down days with Guildhall Roadshow, projects in the River Crane and visits to the St Marys University!
Key Dates:
Y8 Assessment weeks: Monday 24th June - Friday 5th July
Y8 Residential (Buddens Activity Centre - Dorset): Monday 15th July - Wednesday 17th July.
RS Trip to St. Paul’s Cathedral:
- Thames - Thursday 11th July
- Leam - Thursday 18th July
- Thames - Thursday 18th July
Excellent Endeavour
Have a look at the work Max produced in Spanish. Phoebe said: “I wanted to share Max's work in Spanish today because he worked phenomenally hard! He has written a brilliant paragraph about his favourite music.”
Headteacher's lunch:
Week 9: Austas - "This year we have seen some transformational changes in you. I always receive such positive feedback about your engagement and aspiration during lessons. You are such a supportive team mate. You take a lot of pride in everything you do e.g. sporting events and representing Team Reach. You are growing into such a studious, intelligent and proactive young man and I'm SO excited to see what Phase 4 has in store for you - well done for your best year at Reach so far - I'm super proud of you :)"
-Ruksar
Week 10: Lorenzo - "You have grown so much this year. You are someone who embodies the Reach values both inside and outside of the classroom. I always appreciate the feedback you give me because I know you have a strong sense of justice. You have made this year super fun not just for your peers and friends but also for teachers alike. It's lovely to see you grow into a supportive, aspirational and scholarly young man - I'm really looking forward to seeing what Phase 4 has in store for you! Thank you for all your hard work this year, I'm incredibly proud of you."
- Ruksar
Shout Outs!
- Lily: Thames have blown my mind this morning with their resilience but also compassion for each other - they have been in silence pretty much for 2 hours because of different start time/extra time etc and have not once complained. I agree with what AVA said earlier in the week - huge well done to the Y8 team for fostering an accepting and kind culture among these wonderful little humans ❤️
- Anna.V: Such great vibes in Year 8 this morning, all so eager to learn about ULEZ and why it has happened. Particular shoutouts to Ezaan, who knows loads about sustainability. Esther's row who worked super hard in Thames, Logan who has lots of informed opinions! They're such wonderful people to teach 🙂
- Chloe.V: Massive SO to Team Leam as well for SHOW COURAGE, they have also presented their countries in French and I was blown-away withall the wonderful French accents! So supportive to each other as well which is really sweet to watch ❤️🎉🌊
- Chloe.S: So much joy from Thames this morning - it was incredible to watch their presentations in French. They all worked so hard and showed so much courage. I also loved seeing their support for one another. Well done Team Year 8 for creating such a lovely atmosphere in the Year group! 🌊❤️
Year 9
Spotlight on… Trip Week!
Your children in Year 9 have worked so hard on their end of year assessments, their teachers are so proud of them and we hope they are proud of themselves too.
Next week, we have our very exciting Trip Week! Communication has been sent to you about Duke of Edinburgh and you should have received information about the day trips your child is going on.
Here is a summary of what is happening from Monday 8th July - Friday 12th July for Year 9:
What to expect during Trip Week
Duke of Edinburgh
Pupils should all now have their kit and know their groups. All information regarding the kit and details of the trips can be found in the letter Sam Harvey sent on Friday 28th July. Pupils should arrive at school at the usual time on Day 1 of their expedition and will return to school by 3:30pm on Day 2 of their expedition. Pupils cannot bring their mobile phones unless they are the allocated phone carrier in their group. Use of a mobile phone other than in an emergency can result in them and their group being deferred. If you have any questions please email Sam Harvey on samantha.harvey@reachacademy.org.uk.
University of West London - Monday
On the day, your son/daughter should arrive at registration as normal. We will depart from school just after 9.00am and will be returning just after 3pm. The Front Office will notify you if there is a delay to our return time for any reason. Students will be provided with lunch, and the cost of their travel will be covered. However, they will need to bring their 11 - 16 Oyster Cards to board the bus for free - please ensure they remember this. Students should wear their uniform with comfortable shoes, as there will be some walking involved. Depending on the weather please also make sure your child has suitable clothing and a water bottle.
Hyde Park - Tuesday/Friday
On the day, your son/daughter should arrive at registration as normal. We will depart from school just after 9.00am and will be returning just after 3.30pm. The Front Office will notify you if there is a delay to our return time for any reason. Your child may wear their own clothes for this reward trip. Please ensure your child wears sensible clothing that is appropriate for the weather.
Students will be provided with lunch, and the cost of their travel will be covered. Your child may bring their own healthy, nut free snacks for the train journey (e.g. fruit, popcorn).
Community Action Day - Wednesday
On the day, your son/daughter should arrive at registration as normal. We will be in school until 10:50am then we will walk to the Hub Space next to Feltham Library. Pupils will be dismissed from Feltham Library at 2:30pm. If you wish for your child to be dismissed from school instead please let us know.
Royal Holloway - Thursday
On the day, your son/daughter should arrive at school by 8:25 as normal. We will depart from school just after 8.45am and walk to Feltham Station. We will then board the train to Egham, and walk from Egham Station to the University. We will be arriving back in Feltham around 3pm.
Students will be provided with lunch, and the cost of their travel will be covered. Students must attend in their normal school uniforms, with comfortable shoes, as we will be doing lots of walking. Depending on the weather please also make sure your child has suitable clothing and a water bottle.
If you have any questions about the above information please do not hesitate to contact me on lily.bough@reachacademy.org.uk. We cannot wait to share our adventures with you at the end of the week!
Year 10
The Year 10 made it through a challenging exam week where they faced full length GCSE papers and exam conditions in our sports hall for the first time. They were resilient in the face of difficulty and showed great maturity during ‘independent study’ sessions that will become a part of their routine in Year 11.
We also had a fantastic time at Tile Barn for the residential. The staff from both Reach and Tile Barn were incredibly complimentary on the enthusiasm, kindness and joy that the Year 10s brought with them. All in all it was a pleasure to spend four days together and a fantastic end to their exams.
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Celebrating the Year 12 Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Trip to Tile Barn, New Forest
Dear Parents,
We’re excited to share the highlights from our Year 12 students’ recent Bronze Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Award trip to Tile Barn in the New Forest. The adventure took place over July 3rd-4th, and it was a fantastic experience for everyone involved.
Trip Highlights:
- Location: Tile Barn, right in the heart of the beautiful New Forest, was the perfect spot for our outdoor adventures and personal growth activities.
- Activities: The students got to enjoy hiking, orienteering, camping, and lots of team-building exercises. They really showed resilience, leadership, and teamwork.
- Skills Development: The DofE program is all about developing essential life skills. Our students came back with improved problem-solving abilities, boosted self-confidence, and greater independence.
Key Details:
- Accommodation: The students camped in self-pitched tents at Tile Barn
- Supervision: Our fantastic staff and DofE leaders (Sam and Andy) were there to ensure everyone’s safety and well-being throughout the trip.
Achievements and memories:
Safety was a top priority. Before the trip, all students attended a briefing on safety protocols and expected behaviour, plus some basic first aid and equipment handling training.
We’re incredibly proud of how the students came together as a team. They navigated challenging terrains, set up their own campsites, and developed a stronger sense of community and self-reliance.
Thank You:
Thank you for your support in making this trip possible. Your trust and encouragement meant a lot, and it really helped ensure the trip was a success.
The Bronze DofE trip to Tile Barn was a remarkable experience, and we’re already looking forward to more adventures in the future!
Childcare hours
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From September 2024, 15 hours childcare support will be extended to eligible working parents of children from the age of 9 months to 3-year-olds.
You check your eligibility or sign up for your government childcare account by visiting
https://www.gov.uk/sign-in-childcare-account
Alternatively, visit the Child care choices website. It's important to apply before September so that you can use your hours for the coming school term in September.
Hounslow offer a uniform grant to pupils in primary and secondary eligible families or those in receipt of certain benefits. In primary you can apply anytime, and for secondary its only for pupils in Y6 and Y9. You can view more information and apply via the link below.
