St Charles Newsletter

Dear Parent/Carer,

We have had a very busy two weeks since our return to school after the holiday period and your children have settled back into their class routines. As I move around both schools, I am struck by how courteous and polite your children are and it is always lovely to be greeted with a wave or a smile.

You will be aware that Pope Francis has declared this year as a Jubilee Year. The theme ‘Pilgrims of Hope’, is a year of hope for a world suffering the impacts of war, the ongoing legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic, and an escalating climate crisis. We hope you will journey with us as we begin the exploration of the theme now, and in the coming months. Please check the diary dates in the newsletter for up and coming events relating to the jubilee year. as we would like share our school journey with you all – with the hope that you too will make your own journey through your parishes and communities.

Wishing you a lovely weekend,

Best wishes,

Geraldine Hampton

Executive Headteacher

Gospel: The Wedding at Cana (John 2:1-11)

Using the Wednesday Word link below, read this Sunday’s Gospel

The children look lovely in their school uniform. Sadly, some children are not wearing their ties.

The St Charles school tie gives the school its unique identity and this is something we want to preserve and promote throughout the local area. Staff will be checking to ensure that all school uniform criteria is followed. Thank you for your support.

Our whole school attendance is currently at 93.5%

We are working towards achieving 96% attendance this academic year. Please help us to achieve this by ensuring that your child attends school each day and by not booking any holiday during term time. Please be aware that holiday leave in term time cannot be authorised.

In line with the Department for Education guidelines, where pupils miss school without a good reason (including a holiday), the Local Authority and schools can intervene, and you may be issued a fine.

There is strong correlation between good attendance and good progress. So together, let’s give our children the best possible chance of reaching their potential.

There are a few spaces available for the Triborough Music Hub's Junior Voices Choir

Junior Voices (years 3-6) is a non-auditioned ensemble where students learn and perform music from a range of musical styles and through various teaching styles, including notation. The students develop key musicianship and performance skills, whilst engaging in regular performance opportunities throughout the year.

Thursdays 4.30pm–5.30pm

Ages 7-11 who are in school years 3-6

Venue: Lyric Theatre, Hammersmith

Number of sessions: 30

Cost: £60 per term*

*50% remissions for eligible families (pupil premium) or 25% sibling discount

You can find out more information using the link Junior Voices and apply via this link - Registration - Tri-borough Music Hub (speedadmin.dk)

This week, the whole school enjoyed a fantastic performance of Beauty and the Beast from Chaplins Pantomime, which brought joy and laughter to everyone!

A huge thank you to the PFA for their contribution towards the cost, helping to make this wonderful experience possible.

Each week a different child in Nursey will take Polly, our Nursery Prayer Bear, home for the weekend.

Last weekend, Polly spent time with Rufael, who really enjoyed praying with Polly Bear.

We look forward to seeing where her adventures take her this weekend!

This week Nursery have been retelling the story of Noah’s Ark using small world toys. We also turned our hands to ship building and made our own ark's out of kapla blocks.

Reception have been exploring polar landscapes through small world play and practicing their writing on frosty looking surfaces. Lots of fun and learning had by all!

This week, 1D have been reading Beegu by Alexis Deacon. The children really enjoyed exploring the characters and retelling the story through role-play.

Congratulations to the following children who were recognised for making good choices during the week beginning 13th January.

First Half Term

Staff Training – Monday 6th January – School Closed

First Day of School – Tuesday 7th January

Last Day of School – Friday 14th February

Half Term – Monday 17th – Friday 21st February

Second Half Term

First Day of School – Monday 24th February

Last Day of School – Friday 4th April - School Closes at 1.45pm

Easter Holiday – Monday 7th April – Monday 21st April

Summer Term – 2025

First Half Term

Staff Training – Tuesday 22nd April ­– School Closed

First Day of School – Wednesday 23rd April

Bank Holiday – Monday 5th May

Last Day of School – Friday 23rd May

Half Term – Monday 26th – Friday 30th May

Second Half Term

First Day of School – Monday 2nd June

Staff Training – Monday 30th June – School Closed

Last Day of School – Tuesday 22nd July - School Closes at 1.45pm

Email: info@st-charles.rbkc.sch.uk
Website: www.st-charles.rbkc.sch.uk
Location: St Charles Square, London W10 6EB, UK
Phone: 020 8969 5566