Headteacher's Message
This spring term has been the shortest I have known but we have packed a lot in, and I am so pleased with the learning across the school.
During the last two weeks of term I will meet with all the teachers and talk to them about the progress of each child. Teachers too are meeting, with groups of children, to talk about their learning in various subjects and to find out more about what helps them learn. Talk plays such an important part of our learning and helps us develop our ability to think and reason.
Next week is Parent’s Evening (Tuesday 26th March and Wednesday 27th March) so please book an appointment to see your childs teacher to talk through the progress your child has made and targets to achieve by the end of the year.
It has felt like spring over the past couple of weeks and the KG Circle have organised our school Spring Festival for Friday 22nd March. Please come along and support their fundraising event.
And finally I’d like to remind you all just how important a smile and friendly ‘hello’ is. It is difficult to turn on the TV, listen to the news and not be upset by scenes of conflict and aggression. Let’s make our KG community a haven of positivity and smiles.
Parents Evening March 2024
We have Parent’s Evenings in the last week of term, Tuesday 26th March and Wednesday 27th March. Appointments can be booked on Scopay. Bookings for this went live on Friday 15th March at 6.00pm. If you are having any trouble with making an appointment please contact the school office admin@kelvingrove.lewisham.sch.uk or 0208 699 6300 and someone will assist you.
World Book Day 2024
World Book Day was non-stop this year! Children came in dressed up in imaginative costumes, brought in their favourite books to talk about and across the school stories were shared and enjoyed. Miss Magee hosted assemblies where whole classes and year groups came together to celebrate their favourite books and characters.
The celebration of reading continued beyond book day with another Book Swap where all children were able to take a book home. Thank you to all the children who donated books to this and a special thank you to Mrs Merzouki for giving her time to organise it.
Year groups have also been hosting Stay and Read sessions, inviting parents and carers into school to enjoy a story or two with their children in class. It was lovely to see so many parents turn up for Reception, Year 1 and Year 3’s sessions. Year 2 are looking forward to welcoming parents and carers on Tuesday 26th March at 9.00am.
See the letter for more information.
Painting Birds!
Thank you to all the children who submitted entries to the Sky Arts and Access All Arts Bird Painting Competition. Wow! You really went the extra mile creating such a variety of different birds. It’s going to be a tough pick for the judges at Sky Arts.
Swimming Gala Splendor
On Friday 8th March 2024, a small group of Y5 & Y6 pupils represented Kelvin Grove in the Lewisham Primary School Swimming Gala. The competition runs once a year due to the hard work and dedication of the staff at Saxon Crown Swimming Club.
The swimmers were Lenny (Y6), Alba F, Alice, Charlie B, Kai , Benjamin and Dylan J (all from Y5). The children had a range of previous experience when it came to racing, but they all had previously demonstrated the ability to swim 100m unassisted in their chosen event. On the day, their behaviour was excellent. They supported each other and showed so much patience during what was a very long afternoon at the pool. They all gave their all in the pool and it was lovely to see how much they enjoyed it. It was incredibly pleasing to see a number of them overcoming nerves and competing so well at such a huge event against many other state and independent Lewisham schools. All the Y5 swimmers set personal best times and between them we had a number of top eight, top ten and top finishes. A special mention goes to Lenny who competed in four events (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly) and was awarded three bronze medals and a silver medal. Congratulations to all those who took part – you’re efforts were tremendous!
School Council
Magnificent Manga!
As part of their topic learning this term Year 6 have been delving into to Manga and Anime in art lessons. Year 6 have started off by learning how to draw in the Manga style and creating some of their favourite characters. Don’t they look fab!
Year 6 are all very excited to be visiting the Young V&A Museum this week to see their Myths to Manga exhibition.
Story Time Library Visit
Story Time Plus Club had a wonderful visit to Forest Hill Library, where they were able to explore the books on offer, curl up for some time to read and heard a story read by one of the Library volunteers. It was such a nice visit and the children thoroughly enjoyed themselves.
Creative Competitions
KG pupils have an excellent track record for wowing us and the judges when it comes to art competitions. We have already had some fantastic and creative entries to the open competitions and there is still plenty of time to enter the last one!
Firstly a thank you to all the children who submitted entries for The Fourth Plinth Schools Awards 2024 our deadline for this was Friday 15th March, we wish everyone good luck!
The last current open competition we are accepting submissions for is the Royal Academy Young Artists Summer Show 2024 children can enter up until Monday 25th March 2024. This is a wonderful opportunity for children to express their creativity and share their artwork, with winners being showcased at the Royal Academy Gallery and online.
Check the link for the full information and details of the Royal Academy’s competition, and if you have any questions, please ask to speak with Miss Gibbs.
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Class News
Copper Class News
Copper class have had a wonderful term so far. Year 6 have been celebrating World Book Day by sharing their love of reading with Magenta, Rainbow
Story Time Plus Club Library visit
Story Time Plus Club had a wonderful visit to Forest Hill Library, where they were able to explore the books on offer, curl up for some
Azure Class News
In Azure Class we have been learning about rivers and the water cycle. We have learnt about the river process and how the river flows from
Cerise Class News
This term, Cerise Class have been excited to go to Forest School and we have had heaps of fun whilst learning. Now we know the Forest
Turquoise Class News
In maths, Turquoise class have been using our timetables knowledge to help us solve division problems which involve remainders. We have been learning new strategies and
Violet Class News
It’s been a super hectic term so far in Violet class. We’ve dived right into our new topic ‘Treasured Tombs and Fascinating Pharaohs’ learning about ancient
Cinnamon Class News
In Cinnamon Class this week, the children have been writing fact files about The Great Fire of London. They have learned where the fire started, how it spread
Birds, Birds, Birds
Thank you and well done to all the children who entered the Sky Art’s Painting Birds Competition. We’ve received a wonderful range of artworks showcasing different
Letters sent home
Year 6 Curriculum Letter Spring 2
Year 4 Curriculum Letter Spring 2
Turquoise Class Update
Parents Evening 26th and 27th March
Y5 Trip to Horniman Museum – 17th April 2024
Parents Evening Magenta and Brass Class
Year 3 Stay and Read Session
Year 2 Stay and Read Session
Reception Newsletter 01-03-2024
Governors' and Friends News
the Governors
The KG Circle
We’re all really looking forward to the Spring Fest, this Friday 22nd March, it promises to be another fun packed day for all- let’s hope the sun shines for us on the day ☀️
This year we’ve launched a new ‘Decorate Your Own Egg’ competition. Your child can take part by bringing in their work of art between Monday 18th and Wednesday 20th, giving their entries to their class teacher and donating £1 per child to participate. All entries will get a little ‘thank you’ and there’ll be prizes for the three most fun and creative eggs. Please bring your egg in in an egg box or other secure container to avoid any early breakages!! Good luck to all of you taking part!!
- Cakes (homemade or shop bought are great! – just remember no nuts please)
- Jolly jam jars (filled or empty)
- Teddys and gifts for the tombola
- Friday 19th April – EID Bake Sale
- Friday 5th July – Summer Fest
If you are interested in becoming a member of the PTA or just giving your time to help with events in the run up to and on the day – the success of our events relies on the help and support of the full school community. We hope to see more new faces joining us this year, as always please do come and have a chat to us or drop us a mail on pta@kelvingrove.lewisham.sch.uk if you have any questions or want to chat about joining the team.
Thanks,
Sam, Emily, Jenni, Wei & The KG Circle
Community News
Children's Centre
Please join our Facebook page: Eliot and Kelvin for the latest updates or join our WhatsApp Channel ‘Kelvin Grove and Eliot Bank Children and Family Centre
Our timetable is also available here
For enquiries please call us on: 0208 613 0172
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Babies & Crawlers at Eliot Bank CFC on Mondays 10.00am – 11.30am
Latino Bambino Toddlers at TNG on Tuesday 9.30am – 10.15am
Latino Bambino Mum and Baby at TNG on Tuesday 10.15am – 11.00am
Adventure Time (soft play) at TNG on Wednesdays 10.ooam-11.30am
Mini Chefs at Eliot CFC on Wednesdays 1.00pm-2.30pm
Messy Play at TNG on Thursdays 10.ooam-11.30am
Sydenham Community Supermarket at Kelvin Grove on Thursdays 9.00am – 12.00pm and 1.00pm – 3.00pm
£3.50 membership fee per week.
We can now accept healthy start vouchers for your shopping at Sydenham Community Supermarket. Do you have children under 4? Have you registered for your Healthy Start vouchers? Use this link to register for your vouchers now.
Employment and Training Back to Work advice and support at Kelvin Grove CFC on Thursdays 10.00am – 2.00pm
Health Visitor Clinic at Eliot Bank CFC on Thursdays 10.00am – 2.00pm by appointment only
Babies Massage at Eliot Bank CFC on Fridays 9.30am – 11.15am
L.I.F.E. Cooking Sessions for mums aged 16-35 at Eliot Bank CFC on Fridays 11.00am – 1.15pm
Free Legal Advice Duncan Lewis via phone call 0208 613 0172 for appointment
All sessions held at TNG will be charged @ £2 per adult.
Low income families are free
The Spring Fest is right around the corner and we are hoping to see you all there.
At the Fest, you will be able to grab a bag and help yourself to as much FREE school uniform as you like.
On the day we will also have The Clothes Tree, our Clothes bank, open for you to take items from, that is also FREE.
Looking forward to seeing you all there.
#KST #GIVEBACK #TCT
We are always open to accept donations, please see the attached poster for more information on clothing that we do and do not accept.
Our gofundme page, with all donations going directly to the Kelvin Grove Community Centre is here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/kids-support-tree
Instagram: @kidsupportree
Twitter: @kidsupportree
Facebook: Kid’s Support Tree
Family Craft Saturdays
Join Horniman Museum’s volunteer team on Saturday afternoons for family craft activities inspired by the Museum’s collections. Learn about some of the 350,000 objects in the Horniman’s collections, and discover more about music, nature, wildlife, and the world around us.
Get stuck into some crafts and have fun with Horniman’s wonderful volunteers at these free, drop-in sessions.
When: Saturdays
Time: 2.00pm- 4.00pm (last entry 3:30pm)
Tickets: Free
Perfect for children aged 3 and above. (Children must be accompanied by an adult).
March
Celebrating Women
Women make, and have made, countless important contributions to our society which have often gone unnoticed. To help celebrate the work of women, join us this Women’s History Month to create a medal for a woman you admire. There might be someone in your family, or a teacher or a historical figure that you want to show your appreciation for through creating a medal on 16th March.
Spring Fair
On 30th March, join a special edition of our weekly volunteer-led craft. Create your very own Easter bonnet to parade through the fair and take home with you. The craft workshop will be open to Spring Fair ticket holders only.
Please note: There will be no Family Craft session on 23rd March.
Location: Education Centre – near the entrance
Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ
Easter Multisports Camp
BALLERS are back with their Multisports Easter Camp.
Endless sports and fun for everyone!
Book for one or all of our camp days.
When: Tuesday 2nd April – Friday 12th April 2024
Ages: 4-14 | All abilities welcome
Where: Sydenham School, Darthmouth Road, SE26 4RD
Price: £25 per day (Childcare vouchers accepted)
Book: call 0207 1013 652 or email admin@ballerssportscoaching.com
Create! Studios at the Young V&A
Meet our ‘Designer in the Shed’ Clara Chu, fashion accessories designer. Explore her design process and unique approach to materials. This is an opportunity to meet a designer and ask them questions while having a tour and rare insight studio a busy design studio. Clara Chu will display her new collection of accessories inspired by Young V&A collections and created during her placement.
Open to the public for drop-in show and tell every Saturday 2.00pm-4.00pm.
When: every Saturday 9th March 2024 – until Saturday 23rd March 2024.
Time: 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Where: Young V&A Museum, The Shed, Design Gallery
Cambridge Heath Road, Bethnal Green, London, E2 9PA
Price: Free
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Little Groovers
Join Little Groovers every Saturday for some fun filled dance classes, where rythm meets joy in every step through the vibrant beats of amapiano music.
FREE all of March!
Find more information and book here.
Ages: 6-12
Time: 10.00am – 11.30am
When: Saturdays
Location: The Garden of Lewisham, SE12 8ES
Horniman's Spring Festival
Join us at the Spring Fair in the Horniman Gardens. Expect circus skills and games, music performances, and an Easter bonnet parade. Enjoy traditional fete games, bubbles and craft workshops!
With a full programme of events join us on Saturday 30th March see the full event list and timings here.
When: Saturday 30th March 2024
Time: 11.00am- 4.00pm
Tickets: adults and children under 16 years £5.00, under 2’s are free
Tickets to the Butterfly House – We have a discounted price to visit the Butterfly House during the Fair. Tickets can be purchased from the Butterfly House on the day which is only open for Fair goers. £2.50 per person.
Perfect for children and adults.
Location: Museum Gardens
Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ