RTS Parents' Newsletter

I am delighted to announce that the RTS Head Students for 2024-2025 are: Harry and Sophia S. It was a close vote and all candidates put forward compelling arguments and campaigns during the hustings. Well done to Harry and Sophia, we look forward to you representing the school for the year ahead.

On Monday we welcomed our new Year 7 cohort to RTS for their Transition Day. They were extremely excited and enthusiastic with many comments about starting now, not in September. The students were put into their new tutor groups and it was great at break time to see students mixing together and making new friends, not just gravitating back to their primary school friends - the wonderful mix of colourful Year 6 leaver's hoodies was lovely to see. Mabel, the school dog, was on hand to make sure that they lined up correctly - and to try and sniff out any free food!

We also enjoyed our annual whole school Sports Day this week where all students head offsite to Osterley Athletics Track. This is a mammoth feat which is expertly and efficiently organised by the Sports Department every year. Nearly every member of staff, across all departments, is involved and it really is a fantastic day - thankfully it was held on Thursday in sunshine and not Friday in the rain!

There are some photos below - and a fantastic reel can be seen on our social media accounts.

These large scale events have been run alongside normal timetables and GCSE Drama and Geography coursework elements for Year 10.

After a rest over the weekend we look forward to seeing you on Tuesday evening for our Creative Arts Showcase & Summer Fair.

~Ms K Dooley | Head Teacher

A group of 13 Year 8 students took part in South West London Science and Technology Challenge Day held at Richmond Upon Thames College on Wednesday 26 June. Our enthusiastic scientists displayed immense pleasure and pride in their collaboration with students from a large variety of local schools. RTS students served as excellent ambassadors through the demonstration of exemplary dedication to problem solving, resilience, innovation and thinking out of the box.

The workshops focused on real life STEM applications such as medical diagnostics, robotics, Forensic science and 3D construction amongst others. All participants excelled in every facet of the challenges presented to them and were left ever more enthused and passionate about pursuing STEM careers.

Last week, students from Year 9 attended NPL’s Water Rocket Challenge 2024. The challenge is to land an air pressurised rocket, using water as a propellant, exactly 70 m from launch point, three times, with extra points for flight duration. By all accounts it was a great success and NPL have reported that there were over 500 attendees joining them as part of the 42 school teams, 26 evening teams and 40 teams/individuals taking part in their 'build your own rocket' workshop. The event raised over £2,000 for local scouts.

What a day! The weather was with us for this year's sports day - sunny, but windy! 600 students boarded coaches and headed off to Osterley Athletics Track, accompanied by nearly every single member of staff - across all departments. It truly is a whole school effort.

Our Year 10 Sports Leaders were also heavily involved in running the event - in what was their last RTS Sports Day. They set a fantastic example for the younger year groups.

Amongst the traditional events of javelin, high jump, long jump, shot put and sprint, we had vortex - and the ever popular staff relay race! The competition was fierce but Mr Marimuth, Mr Novi, Mr Glossop and Mr Nunn brought home the win for Shakespeare.

On return to school there was a BBQ and prize giving.

More updates will be shared on our social media pages, so please do keep an eye out.

The RTS Summer Fair & Creative Arts Showcase returns this year on Tuesday 09 July and we're looking forward to seeing you there! It will run from 18:00-20:00 at the Richmond upon Thames School.

There will be a creative arts showcase with music and art projects as well as food, drink, fun events and house stalls.

We will be running a second hand book stall raising money for the school, if you have any books you are willing to donate please ask your child to bring them in and drop them to Ms Nockolds in the library.

If you have concerns in relation to a student at RTS or indeed with regards to your own child, you may want to contact Single Point of Access (SPA) which acts as a central information hub for all professional agencies in Kingston and Richmond.

Richmond and Kingston SPA

The SPA phone lines are now open as follows:

• Monday-Thursday 08.00-17.15 and Friday 08.00-17.00 - the phone number during these times is 020 8547 5008

• Out of hours: 020 8770 5000

Hounslow Early Help Assessment

• Telephone number: 020 8583 6600

• Out of hours: 020 8583 2222

• Email: earlyhelp@hounslow.gov.uk

NSPCC:

Speak to a counsellor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

• Telephone number: 0808 800 5000, or text 88858

• Email: help@nspcc.org.uk

• Signvideo using British Sign Language (Mon - Fri, 9am - 6pm)

FoRTS update

The school summer fair and creative arts showcase is next Tuesday 9th July 6-8pm. FoRTS will be selling food and beverages; come along and see what skills our children have. If you can spare an hour to help, please contact Carmelle as below.

If you will be attending the RTS summer fair please register your interest by clicking here so the catering team knows how much food to purchase - none of us likes wastage.

The Senior Leadership team will be at Chase Bridge this Saturday 11am-3pm selling pre-loved uniform. Entry is free; why not join for the entire time. Chase Bridge volunteers always put on a good display. Food and beverages will also be available to purchase.

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Easyfundraising

Great news, we’ve registered Friends of Richmond upon Thames School with #easyfundraising, which means over 7,500 brands will now donate to us for FREE every time you use easyfundraising to shop with them. These donations will help SO MUCH, so please sign up to support us – it’s completely FREE and doesn’t take long. Sign up here: Easyfundraising

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FoRTS Volunteering

If you are interested in joining or would like to know more about some of the vacant roles please contact Carmelle at the general email address below.

There are only 3 of us on the committee so we’re not actually a big group and with the Year 11 volunteers leaving this year we are looking for more help in order to successfully raise more money for our children’s school and enrichment activities.

It really is less than 30 minutes of your time a week. All processes are in place so there’s no extra work to do.

Join FoRTS by clicking here. It’s as simple as that!

Your FoRTS team,

Carmelle (Chair and Acting Secretary) and Jason & Somi (Treasurers)

General: forts@rts.richmond.sch.uk

Parking: fortsparking@rts.richmond.sch.uk

Schooldays will again be operating an appointment system during the summer months.
Book your slot early to avoid disappointment at:

https://schooldaysllp.co.uk/index.php/booking-form/

Also - you can now spread the cost of your purchases over 3 months - using Paypal, (Online only)

Best Wishes
The Schooldays & Just Dancing Team

94 High Street Whitton Whitton TW2 7LN T: 0208 898 4881 W:Schooldaysllp.co.uk

Stevensons' appointment service that they offer for new starters enables peace of mind to parents to have an hour booking with one of their trained members of staff to go through the school’s full uniform, allowing for a tailored experience and ensuring that the correct uniform is purchased ready for the start of the new academic year at a new school.

Full-term dates and Inset day information is available on the school's website:

• Summer Term 2: Monday 03 June-Wednesday 17 July 2024

Calling Everyone Aged 15-25 for a Creative Youth Assembly on Wednesday 10 July, 6-8pm, Rehearsal rooms, Orange Tree Theatre, Clarence Street, TW9 2SA

Book now - Creative Youth Assembly

Have your voice heard, be represented, and help shape a new vibrant and relevant arts festival.

• Want a platform to voice your ideas and watch them come to life?

• Are you passionate about music, dance, spoken word, gaming, film and activism?

• Want to help create a festival?

• Are you ready to activate audiences and tell us how we should act on the ecological crisis?

Then we want to hear from you!

The Richmond Arts and Ideas Festival is a thought-provoking event that takes place across the borough of Richmond (and beyond). Over two weeks in June, venues and streets are filled with music, dance, exhibitions, theatre and more. In 2025 the festival will be inspired by the theme Cultural Reforesting, an award-winning programme of artist-led projects sharing how we can (and must) take action on the ecological crisis.

We are now programming the festival for June 2025, and we want YOU to help build and form the festival. Join us on Wednesday 10 July for the first Creative Youth Assembly.

What to expect:

A supportive environment for young people to share their views and vision for a dynamic festival in Richmond. A creative space to share thoughts on the climate emergency. Advice and opportunities to produce your own events.

Free pizza, soft drinks and refreshments. (Gluten free options, all food will be vegetarian/vegan)

Who is this for?

Everyone aged 15-25

Join us for a fun-filled month of sports and activities at the FUEL Multisport Camp! This camp is designed to engage children in various sports, promoting physical activity and teamwork. FREE HOT MEAL EVERY DAY!

Dates: 5th August - 30th August

Time: 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM

Eligibility: The camp is free for children who are eligible for free school meals. You should receive a 17-digit code from your school.

The FUEL Multisport Camp will feature a variety of sports to ensure children have a diverse and engaging experience. Sports likely to be included are:

1. Soccer: Enhances cardiovascular fitness, teamwork, and coordination.
2. Cricket: Enhances hand-eye coordination, strategic thinking, and teamwork.
3. Rugby: Improves physical strength, coordination, and team collaboration.
4. Netball: Promotes agility, coordination, and team communication.
5. Ultimate Frisbee: Develops reflexes, hand-eye coordination, and agility.

These sports will not only keep children physically active but also help them develop a range of skills and interests.

Attending the FUEL Multisport Camp offers a variety of benefits for children, especially those eligible for free school meals:

1. Physical Fitness: Engaging in multiple sports helps improve overall fitness, including strength, endurance, flexibility, and coordination.
2. Skill Development: Children can learn and enhance skills in various sports, fostering a well-rounded athletic ability.
3. Social Interaction: The camp provides an opportunity to make new friends, work in teams, and develop social skills through group activities.
4. Confidence Building: Successfully participating in different sports can boost self-esteem and confidence.
5. Healthy Habits: Promotes a healthy lifestyle by encouraging regular physical activity and potentially influencing better dietary choices.
6. Variety and Fun: Exposure to different sports keeps the activities exciting and engaging, preventing boredom.
7. Discipline and Teamwork: Learning the rules and strategies of various sports can instil discipline, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
8. Stress Relief: Physical activity is a great way for children to release stress and energy positively.
9. Inclusion and Accessibility: Being free for eligible children ensures that financial barriers do not prevent participation, promoting inclusivity.
10. Structured Environment: Provides a safe and structured environment during summer holidays, giving parents peace of mind.

Overall, the FUEL Multisport Camp aims to provide a holistic development experience that benefits children physically, mentally, and socially. FREE HOT MEAL EVERY DAY!

Don't miss this opportunity for your child to stay active and have fun this summer!

To Book:

https://richmondcommunity.ticketco.events/uk/en/e/fuel_summer_holidays

This Summer Kaizen Kaikan will be hosting a 3-day Gasshuku (Training) Camp. This camp is offered to current students as well as any new students who would like to join us. All year groups and schools are welcome. A grading will take place on the final day of the camp for those who have attended the whole camp or are specially invited to grade.

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Dates: Monday 5th, Tuesday 6th and Wednesday 7th August 2024

Times: 10am- 2pm. Students are expected to arrive at 9.50am at the latest with parents able to pick up their children at 2:00pm

Venue: Kingston Dojo, Kingston Methodist Church Hall, Fairfield South, Kingston Upon Thames, KT1 2UJ.

Price: £120 Full Camp & Grading, £50 for one day, £90 for 2 Days, £190 for siblings (only offered for full camp)

What students should bring with them

Students should bring suitable clothing for the day (Gi and fight kit for those who have them or loose comfortable clothing), and appropriate drinks and snacks for lunch/ drink breaks during the camp day.

Booking your space

Spaces for our Karate camps are limited and book quickly. We will allocate spaces on a first-come-first-served basis. To reserve a space please visit our website and select the summer camp link at the top of the page, or follow the link below.

https://kaizenkaikan.com/summer-camp/

If you have any other questions, please feel free to contact us at office@kaizenkaikan.com

Marble Hill Playcentres are excited to announce our upcoming Summer Holiday schedule.

We would be very grateful if you could circulate the attached poster advertising our opening times during the Summer holidays in the Adventure Playground and One O'Clock Club, in your upcoming newsletter.

As a charity organisation, we rely on the support of the community to spread the word about our amazing facility. Any assistance you can provide in communicating this with your parents and carers would be greatly appreciated.

PowerStation Youth Centre Summer 2024

The PowerStation Summer programme is starting off with a bang. With a wide range of free activities and trips for young people aged 8-19 years old.

Check out the full programme for dates, times, age ranges and activities.

We are building a girls section at Rosslyn Park and currently run open training sessions on a Monday 17:00-18:00 (subject to change).
Parents/carers can use this google form to register their interest on

I am writing to seek your help to promote our “Teens 7 Habits” summer camp, an educational course for teenagers aged 13-17. The 2-day camp focuses on essential life skills and has received positive feedback for its impact on personal development and academic success.

Attached is a bite-size A5 flyer outlining the camp’s key details. We would greatly appreciate it if you could distribute this flyer to your students in Years 8 -11 through your usual channels.

Are you looking for a fun drama activity this Summer holiday?

Rose Youth Theatre Summer Schools are back for 2024!

Booking is now open for our 'Three Day' and 'Play in a Week' courses! This year we are running our Three Day course between 31st July - 16th August. Our Play in a Week groups run from 29th July - 31st August. Please visit our website to see a full list of course options.

Click here to find out more and book your place: Summer Schools 2024

��A SHOUT OUT TO FOOTBALL-LOVING YEAR 7 GIRLS ��

Hearts of Teddlothian is seeking new players to join its Bobcats Team (u13s in September).

We’re looking for all positions, but we’re really keen to recruit:

⚽ A Keeper

⚽ Defenders

⚽ A Centre Forward

We play our home games at Waldegrave School, Twickenham, and are one of the only clubs in the

area that plays home games on a Saturday (Sunday morning lie-in anyone?!).

We’re lucky enough to be trained by @platformcoaching on a Tuesday, so have an emphasis on both fun and developing the girls as players.

Interested? We can’t wait to hear from you. Drop us a line at girlsfootball@heartsofteddlothian.com

or WhatsApp Kate on 07368134273.

Got a daughter in a different age group who’d be keen? We have spaces in various age groups

so drop us a line.

Harlequins Girls Summer Residential Camps are on sale now - read more about them and book here.

The Tween Tribe summer dates, I have included a £5 discount code for the pupils.

The Tween Tribe is a very unusual holiday club, a brand-new childcare concept, excursions only and exclusively for ages 10-13.

We are finalists of multiple awards, including Small Business of The Year & have recently attracted the attention of a national TV program!

Join our mission to get tweens off screens and safely exploring the real world! Buidling independence, autonomy, making friends, getting outdoors and having HUGE adventures along the way.

Trips departing from Kingston & Twickenham!

Join Netball Coach UK for a summer & pre-season netball camp in Richmond Upon Thames.

Our camps are open to children in School Years 2-9 and are suitable for experienced and aspiring ballers, as well as those new to the game.

What to expect: Expert coaching by qualified coaches, skills development and the chance to make new friends and tons of match play!

Summer Camp

25 & 26 July at Tiffin Girls School, KT2

Pre-season Camp

29 & 30 August at Grey Court School, TW10

Cost: £40 per session, 9am-12noon

Book at: https://netballcoachuk.com/richmondcamp

Netball Coach UK believes in the power of sport to elevate and inspire young people. Our company is run by netballers for netballers to provide high quality, fun and accessible netball provision across London.

It's time to set sail for sunny shores, tropical lands....and London's West End!

Tickets for Moana JR are on sale now, our West End Musicals Weekend cast lists close soon, there is something 'tasty' happening in Twickenham and our 10% off school holiday workshops ends this Sunday! Read on to find out how to join us on these epic musical theatre adventures.

It’s only 4 weeks until our first Barracudas summer camps open!

We know now is a key time for parents to sort their childcare for the long school holiday and we’re experiencing high booking levels!

This a great chance to remind your school community of their exclusive discounts on summer activities at your local Barracudas camp. Parents just need to add SCHOOL20 in the promotion box to receive an extra £20 off a full week booking

We’re looking forward to a summer of FUN and look forward to welcoming children from your school to camp.

Just a reminder, as we're Ofsted registered, we also accept ALL Childcare Vouchers and Tax-Free Childcare. Please share this coded leaflet with parents.

Amazing residential camps

We’re really excited about our summer holiday residential camps, in partnership with PGL, now available to book for 8-16 year olds. This is a great opportunity for children to grow in confidence and independence during the school holidays.

What’s more, we’re happy to offer exclusive discounts for your school community!

Parents just need to add OFFER20 in the promotion box to receive an extra £20 off their booking for any 4-night stays. Or for any 7-night stays, add OFFER30 in the promotion box to receive an extra £30 off their booking.

We wouldn’t want your school parents to miss out on this exclusive offer and would really appreciate it if you could promote this in your newsletters

With 4 night and 7 night options at 2 great locations in Suffolk or Surrey to choose from, they’ll enjoy beautiful surroundings, modern accommodation, dining facilities and high adrenaline activities!

See our residential camps here: https://www.barracudas.co.uk/locations-prices/residential-camps/

We really appreciate the relationships we build with local school communities. Please do share our assets with your parents and staff in your updates and newsletters. We look forward to welcoming your school’s children to camp this year.

If you have a PTA or school association group that would be interested in partnership opportunities, please feel free to forward this on to them and get them to contact us.

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