Headteacher's Newsletter

Friday 3^rd July 2026

Dear Families,

As another busy week draws to a close, I have found myself reflecting on just how much our school community has achieved together. It has been a week full of opportunities, celebration and teamwork.

Our pupils have represented the school brilliantly at the Catholic Schools Athletics Competition and at the Maths Quiz Finals in Oxford. We have enjoyed a range of visits and activities across the school, while our Year 6 pupils have been working incredibly hard as rehearsals continue for their end-of-year production. This afternoon, we look forward to welcoming families to our Summer Fair, another wonderful opportunity to come together as a community.

None of these experiences would be possible without the dedication, generosity and enthusiasm of our staff and volunteers, who consistently give so much of their time and energy for the benefit of our children. I am incredibly grateful to every member of our school community for helping to make these opportunities possible.

This Sunday's Gospel reminds us of Jesus' words: "I am gentle and humble of heart." In a world that often celebrates being the loudest or the strongest, Jesus shows us a different way. He teaches us that true greatness is found in humility, kindness and service to others.

As I have watched our staff and children throughout this week, I have seen these qualities lived out in so many ways: teachers and support staff quietly going the extra mile, children encouraging one another, volunteers giving their time and families supporting school events. These small acts of generosity and care reflect the gentle and humble heart that Jesus asks each of us to have.

As we begin our final full week of the academic year, let us continue to look after one another, celebrate each other's successes and approach each day with grateful and humble hearts.

I wish all of our families a peaceful and blessed weekend. Thank you, as always, for your continued support of our school.

Dates for your Diary: (UPDATED)

Tuesday 7th July – Year 3, 4 & 5 Disco - 5.00pm - 7.00pm

Wednesday 8^th July– Sports Day - 9.15am-10.45am

Monday 13th July – Year 6 Production (Daytime) - 1.45pm - 3.00pm

Tuesday 14th July - Year 6 Production (Daytime & Evening) - 1.45pm - 3.00pm and 6.30pm - 8pm

Wednesday 15th July – Year 6 Prom - 5pm - 7pm

Thursday 16^th July – End of Term – 2pm

Achievement Certificates

The achievement certificates this week are awarded to:

Sowmithra in 3A
Dhyan in 3E
Oluchi in 4D
Filippo in 4T
Emanuel in 5B
Muna & Mikaela in 5C
Denis in 6G
Zachary in 6P

The Headteacher’s award goes to Serah & Jasmine

The Kindness Award goes to All of Year 5

Yours faithfully,

Sarah Fizul

Headteacher

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