Insert Extract from The Wednesday Word
Adapted from Matthew 5:13-16, The 5th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A
Jesus said to his disciples: “You are the salt of the earth. But if salt becomes tasteless, what can make it salty again? It is good for nothing, and can only be thrown out to be trampled underfoot by men. You are the light of the world. A city built on a hill top cannot be hidden. No one lights a lamp to put it under a tub; they put it on the lamp-stand where it shines for everyone in the house. In the same way your light must shine in the sight of all people, so that, seeing your good works, they may give the praise to your Father in heaven.”
Attendance Award – Year R – 98% – Well done!
Whole School Attendance – 96%
Superstars of the Week!
YR – Isaac for his participation in his independent tasks this week! Keep up the good work!
Y1 – Sophie for her lovely ideas in RE this week, thinking about how the little children felt being welcomed by Jesus.
Y2 – Isaac for his participation and enthusiasm in Maths this week.
Y3 – Hannah for always being the first person on the carpet ready to learn. Hannah is always fully engaged in learning and always tries her best.
Y4 -Blu for his attention to the Common Good, consistent solidarity towards others (with the courage to speak up) and for his lovely cheerful energy.
Y5 – Arina for showing kindness to those around her. A valuable quality to have.
Y6 -Cuba for using his initiative and increasing his vocabulary in French, noting down new words correctly, without being asked! Excellent francais, tres bien!
Proud Work: 06/02/2026
YR – Jessica for her beautiful symmetrical butterfly painting.
Y1 – Lydia for trying super hard in her spelling test this week (and every week)
Y2 -Isabella for her beautiful prayer written in response to her understanding of the story ‘The Calming of the Storm’.
Y3 – For his fantastic participation during Phonics. Aiden achieved 100% on his Phase 2 sounds. Well done Aiden, keep up the good work.
Y4 -Molly for her thoughtful, compassionate and persuasive description of Frindleswylde; finding the good in an unappealing character.
Y5 – Jayden for his use of modal verbs in his letter.
Y6 – Aurelia for a striking Wolrd War 2 propaganda poster, using clever word play and a colourful design. She took into account solidarity and the common good.
Bronze Reader
YR – Ralphie, Amelia, Lily
Y1 – Theo
Y2 -Sofiia P
Y4 – Molly
Y6 – Salvo
Silver Reader
Y3 – Mariana, Lewis, Elsa, Holly
Gold Reader
Y1 – Lydia
Y3 – Annie
Y5 – Cailyn, Charlotte, Antoni, Aiden, Mati
Numbots
Tungsten: Ross B
Kevlar: Toby M
Aluminium: Ross B
Steel: Amelie G
Rust: Natan R
Gold: Aurora B
Iron: Pippy F
Carbon Fibre: Adam L
Glass : Kian F, Arlo H, Jayden S
Bronze : Molly H
Brass : Ariela N
Copper : Sophie B
Diamond : Noah C
Times Tables Rockstars
Headliner: Zenata S
Support Act: Maria M, Miriam H
Breakthrough Artist: Joseph B
Wannabe: Nicholas S-S
Rock Legend: Eloise G, Arlo H, Alanna M
Rock Star : Henry G, Milo T
Unsigned Act: Adam L
Gone Green : Noah C, Joseph B
Times Tables Rockstars
Congratulations to Year 6 (who beat Year 5) and Year 3 (who beat Year 4) in this week’s Times Tables Battle of the Bands. Excellent commitment and dedication from many key players and loads of learning!
RESPECT assembly – mental health
Our RESPECT assembly this week was about mental health in preparation for children’s mental health week next week.
This year’s theme is ‘a place to be’. We talked about what mental health is and what belonging means. We shared ideas on how we can help everyone to feel welcome and ensure that nobody is alone. We also discussed the importance of speaking to our trusted adults.
To support children’s mental health week, children are invited to wear something green or yellow (or wear school uniform with yellow or green accessories).
Many thanks for your continued support.
Miss Miles
Chartwells Order Deadline Dates
Please order by the dates below to ensure your child has a hot lunch in the Spring Term.
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Week commencing |
Order deadline |
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Mon 16 Feb |
Thurs 5 Feb |
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Mon 2 March |
Thurs 19 Feb |
| Mon 16 March | Thurs 5 March |
| Mon 30 March | Thurs 19 March |
| Mon 13 April | Thurs 2 April |
| Mon 27 April | Thurs 16 April |
| Mon 11 May | Thurs 30 April |
Year 5 Online Safety Workshop
This week, our enthusiastic Tanbridge Year 11 computing students visited Year 5 to conduct an engaging online safety workshop. They facilitated a meaningful discussion that covered a wide range of important topics, from the intricacies of gaming to the nuances of social media. The session was interactive and included a fun quiz focused on the age ratings of popular apps, helping the younger students understand the importance of online safety in a digital world.
2026 Term Dates!
Spring Term
Monday 9 February: Child Mental Health Day – (wear green or yellow instead of/alongside uniform)
Friday 13 February: INSET day
Monday 16 – Friday 20 February: half term
Monday 23 February: INSET day
Tuesday 24 February: children return to school, 100th Anniversary World Thinking Day (wear scouting/guiding uniform for those who participate)
Monday 2 March: Rags 2 Riches collection day
Thursday 5 March: World Book Day – dress up day
Friday 6 March: Mass to celebrate Lent- 10am at Church
Friday 13 March: International Storytelling day/ PJ day (fundraiser for reading resources)
Wednesday 18th, Thursday 19th March: Parents Evening
Friday 27 March: break up for Easter
Summer Term
Monday 13 April: children return to school. Class and Leavers Photos (full school uniform)
Monday 20 April: Whole school Mass – 9am school hall
Thursday 7 May: Whole school mass to celebrate First Holy Communion, 2pm school hall
Monday 11 – Thursday 14 May: Year 6 SATS week
Friday 22 May: children break up for May half term
Monday 1 June – children return to school. Year 6 Bikeability week
Monday 8 – Thurs 11 June: Y4 Multiplication Check & Phonics Screening Week
Thursday 11 June: Break the Rules day!
Friday 12 June: INSET day
Friday 19 June: International Food Festival day
Thursday 25 June: Sports Day
Monday 20 July at 2pm: Leavers Mass at Church
Tuesday 22 July: children break up for Summer holidays
To keep up to date with future school events, please visit the school calendar which can be found on the parents page on our website.
Did You Know….?
If you are on Universal Credit, you can apply for Free School Meals which not only provides your child with a free hot lunch, but also allocates the school extra funding to support your child with fees towards school trips, school uniform and more. See here for further information.
Also, if you are entitled to Free School Meals, you can access Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) courses during the Easter, Summer and Christmas holidays. Booking for the Easter holidays open Monday 2 March at 9am. You will need your HAF code, which can be found on your award letter. Please see here for more information.
Lockdown procedures in school
Just to make you aware that in school this week we have been talking to the children in each class about what would happen if we needed to secure the school for various reasons, in order to keep our staff and children safe. We have spoken about senarious such as a dog or fox being loose on the playground and shutting doors and windows to block entry points. In the modern world it is important that we have safeguards in place should they be required. This is common practice across all educational settings and we will do a calm lockdown procedure drill next week. The children have been assured that there is nothing to worry about and it is best to be prepared in the unlikely event of an emergancy. If you have any questions about this do ask your class teachers.
Free West Sussex Parent & Toddler courses
Please see below links for some free Parent & Toddler courses run by WSCC for toddlers aged 2-5 years old and held during term-time.
Horsham
Roar and Explore – Wednesdays – Starts 25th February – 10am-12pm – Roffey Millenium Hall
Explore the wonderful world of animals through engaging sessions inspired by beloved children’s books. Click here
How To Help Your Child With KS2 Literacy – Wednesdays – Starts 25th February – 1pm-2:30pm – Roffey Millennium Hall
This course is designed to help parents support their Key Stage 2 children with confidence and clarity in learning literacy at home. Click here
Southwater
Play, Taste & Create: Food Fun for Little Hands! – Tuesdays – Starts 24th February – 10am-12pm
Ready for some food fun without the fuss of cooking? Click here
Once Upon A Playtime – Wednesdays – Starts 25th February – 10am-12pm
Step into a world of imagination and adventure. Click here
Communication Club – Thursdays – Starts 26th February- 10am-12pm
Feel empowered to support your child with speech and communication challenges. Click here
How To Help Your Child With Learning In KS1 – Wednesdays – Starts 25th February – 1pm-2:30pm
Confidently support your Key Stage 1 children with phonics, reading, and maths at home. Click here