We have been overwhelmed by the generous response to the Reverse Advent Calendar. The incentive of wearing a Christmas Jumper has inspired a fantastic level of generosity. The contributions were gratefully received by the Food Bank when Mrs Hales delivered them. It has been heart-warming to see the level of compassion for others amongst…
A huge thank you to Tania Dalton from Cafod who joined us on Tuesday to support the children with their considerations of how the Christmas story links to our obligations as a Christian. She led a whole school assembly with the help of years 5 and 6 to share the work Cafod does to meet…
Please enjoy the last newsletter for this year. School Newsletter – December 2017
The Diocese of Westminster Academy Trust, of which St John’s is a member, together with the John Henry Newman school, Our Lady Catholic Primary school, St Thomas More and others has been earmarked as one of the best performing Trusts in the UK. Please see the full story here: http://www.thecomet.net/news/north-herts-and-stevenage-schools-part-of-one-of-the-uk-s-best-academy-trusts-according-to-new-study-1-5311214
For the first time St John’s have entered the Primary Maths Challenge. The children in years 5 and 6 sat a special paper designed to find out the best mathematicians in the country for their age group. The School recognises the internal winners and we share our results with the national organisers to see if…
Please enjoy our latest newsletter. School Newsletter – November 2017
As the days shorten we begin our countdown to the Nativity. There is a particular focus on Lectio Divina and Christmas Around the World in Y1-6. Early Years will look at the symbols which help us to prepare: The Jesse Tree, Advent Calendars and Wreaths. EARLY YEARS RE Newsletter – Autumn 2 2017 – Advent…
The Prayer Group with Mrs Hales have taken on the challenge of reducing food waste at lunchtime here at St John’s. Last month in one day, 6.5 kg of food was thrown away after lunch. The children in the prayer group were aghast at how much food is being thrown away. What did you notice…
An important aspect of ensuring the world is fed in 2050 is reducing food waste and we are keen to see pumpkins used rather than discarded. Our children will be the thinkers and planners of 2050 so we need to educate them about how food can be used to avoid waste. Today the School Council…
Please enjoy our latest newsletter. School Newsletter – October 2017