Headteacher's Newsletter

Friday 30th January 2026

Dear Parents and Carers,

As we move into a new week, I would like to take a moment to say a heartfelt thank you to our whole school community. It is a genuine joy to see the learning, progress and personal growth taking place across the school each day, not only among our children, but also among our dedicated staff.

This Sunday’s Gospel (Matthew 5:1–12a), where Jesus teaches us through the Beatitudes, reminds us that true happiness is found in humility, kindness and a generous spirit. These values are lived out daily in our classrooms, playgrounds and shared moments of prayer and reflection.

I would also like to congratulate the children who represented our school at the KS2 Maths Quiz at St Thomas Becket. Their effort, focus and positive attitude were exemplary, and they made our school very proud.

Thank you to Class 3E for their beautiful class liturgy, which was prepared and delivered with great reverence and thoughtfulness. It was a wonderful example of faith in action.

Thank you also to the families who were able to attend and support this special time of worship. Your presence strengthens the sense of community we are so proud of here at

our school.

Dates for you Diary:

Monday 9^th February 2026 – Dress up in something that makes you feel happy/special

Tuesday 10^th February 2026 – Parents Evenings (Apart from 6 St. Patrick, to be confirmed)

Friday 13^th February 2026 – INSET Day – School Closed

Monday 23^rd February 2026 – Children return to school

Children’s Mental Health and Wellbeing week 9th–15th February

Children’s mental health and wellbeing are always at the forefront of our work, and we will be joining schools across the country in marking Children’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Week here at St Mary’s. Throughout the week, the children will take part in a range of activities designed to support emotional awareness and wellbeing. This year’s theme, “This Is My Place”, encourages children to reflect on belonging and what helps them feel safe, valued and understood. We regularly remind children how important it is to express their emotions and to talk openly about how they are feeling.

To celebrate individuality and what makes us unique, we are inviting children to come to school on Monday 9th February 2026 dressed in something that makes them feel happy or special.

Achievement Certificates

The achievement certificates this week are awarded to:

in 3A Michela
in 3E Talise
in 4D Keifer
in 4T Benniel
in 5B Beatriz
in 5C Kali Annah
in 6G Zion
in 6P Eileen

The Headteacher’s award goes to Josiah

The Kindness Award goes to Eileen

Yours faithfully,

Sarah Fizul

Acting Headteacher