Headteacher's Message
Back in school, we have also enjoyed welcoming parents into classrooms this week, sharing learning, and taking part in crafts with Year 1, and today, being hosted for tea by Year 5. Opportunities like these are always special and we look forward to more next term.
Nethercott Farm
Year 5 have had an unforgettable first residential at Nethercott Farm, spending the week living and working like real farmers. From caring for horses to cuddling chickens, the children embraced every new experience, tried new foods and built wonderful friendships along the way. A huge thank you to Mrs Heron-Njie, Ms Adams, Ms Hussein, Ms G and Mr Danny, who gave their time to make the trip possible and took such great care of the children throughout the week.
World Book Day
World Book Day are hosting a creative competition, to design a book token for 2026! See more details here and ask your teacher for a template to enter after half term!
Year 2 Home Learning
Year 1's Stay and Craft
Year 1 were delighted to welcome parents and carers into class for another stay and craft session. This time there was a Valentine theme, with plenty of heart-shaped creations made together. It was lovely to share the morning and see everyone enjoying crafting side by side.
See more in the Class News below ⤵️
Y5 Morning Cream Tea
Year 5 have been busy developing their cooking skills in DT, testing recipes and preparing ingredients before hosting a morning cream tea for their parents and carers. It was a fantastic way to celebrate a successful week of baking and food preparation together.
School Photo Day!
Art Competitions 2026
It’s always wonderful to see the creativity of our KG community and we are excited to once again be taking part in several art competitions.
Open to children aged 4+ (Nursery – Year 6), this national competition celebrates creativity in all forms. Children are invited to submit up to 3 original pieces of art which could be showcased in an online exhibition or in person at the prestigious Royal Academy of Arts! The deadline for entries is Monday 2nd March. More information can be found in the individual letter sent home. 
🏛️ Fourth Plinth Schools Awards 2026
Open to school children aged 5 and up (Reception – Year 6), this exciting competition invites pupils to share their ideas inspired by London and the Fourth Plinth in Trafalgar Square. Entries can be in all art forms, including drawing, painting, sculpture, collage and digital designs, and must be handed into school by Friday 20th March. Please see the letter sent out for full details.
If any children would like help or support with their entries please speak with Miss Gibbs.
Library Call Out
Forest School Volunteers
Forest School has been a valued part of life at Kelvin Grove for over 12 years, and we would love to welcome parent and carer volunteers to support our sessions. Volunteering enriches the children’s experiences and offers a rewarding opportunity to be part of their learning journey. If you can spare a couple of hours a week and would like to get involved, please see the letter from Mr Murray here for full details, and complete the Volunteer Application Form on the school website.
Attendance Reminder
A reminder if your child is absent, please let us know before 9:30am either by completing the online form or calling the school office.
Absence Form
If your child is absent for more than one day, please contact us each day, unless it is part of a long-term illness already discussed with school.
Please note that holidays during term time cannot be authorised.
If you need to request an exceptional absence, please submit the form and arrange to meet with Mr Hyde to discuss it:
Exceptional Absence Request Form
Thank you for helping us support strong attendance, it really does make a difference.
Highlights from Class
Year 2 Home Learning
Year 2 have impressed us with their fantastic home learning! As part of their topic on animal habitats, they created their own regions and carefully chose
Year 5 High Tea
Year 5 have had a fantastic week preparing for their morning High Tea with parents! They’ve been taste testing sandwich fillings, making mini wraps, and learning
Year 5 at Nethercott Farm – Heading Home
Our final morning at Nethercott Farm has arrived and what a fantastic week it has been! The children have had a brilliant time getting stuck into
Year 5 at Nethercott Farm – Day 4 Adventures
We made the most of our final full day here at Nethercott Farm and it’s been packed with even more hands-on experiences! In the morning we
Year 5 at Nethercott Farm – Day 3 Highlights!
Day 3 has been another incredibly busy and memorable one here at Nethercott Farm! A firm favourite activity has quickly become grooming the horses and donkeys.
Year 5 at Nethercott Farm – Day 2 Afternoon & Cosy Evening
What a fantastic afternoon we’ve had on the farm! Group 1 had such a fun time down at the Spinney, taking part in forest school activities.
Year 5 at Nethercott Farm – Day 2’s Activities!
After a hearty breakfast, we split into our day groups to take on today’s farm tasks, getting stuck into horse care, gardening, and cooking lunch! Group
Year 5 at Nethercott Farm – Arrival and First Farm Jobs!
Year 5 have arrived safely at Nethercott Farm after a long coach journey and were very grateful to settle in at Nettercott House with a huge
Year 1 Smoothy Making
Year 1 have been busy preparing smoothies as part of their DT learning. The children practised safe cutting and chopping techniques before blending fruit to create
Year 4 Roman Rule!
Year 4 have been immersing themselves in their Roman topic, first, stepping back in time as they explored Roman army formations. Year 4 worked together to
Year 1 Forest School Fun
Year 1 have been enjoying their Forest School sessions this term, including their final fire session, roasting marshmallows! they were delicious! We also got creative making
Year 3 Sketching Fossils!
In Year 3, our Science topic has been Rocks, Soils and Fossils. We were lucky enough to borrow a fossil box this half term and carefully
The Rhythm Continues in Year 5
Year 5 have continued developing their Djembe drumming skills, practising techniques and learning new rhythms. The classroom has been full of energy as everyone worked hard
Shared Learning
Year 3 Emerald Class enjoyed a visit to Year 6 Bronze for a fascinating presentation all about the heart last week! It was a joyful afternoon
Letters sent home
Parent Governor Result 2026
School Photographs – Wednesday 25th February 2026
Update on Year 3 Classes
Primary School Swimming Gala 2026
Year 4 Green and Blue Class Swimming Lessons
Free School Meals (FSM) form
Nethercott Residential Trip – Tracking Devices
Nethercott February Final Reminders
Update Regarding Year 4 Class Arrangements
Reception Hearing and Sight Test Tuesday 21st April 2026
Year 5 Morning Cream Tea Friday 13th February 2026
Lavender Class Update – Monday 9th February to Friday 13th February 2026
Year 1 Valentine’s Stay and Craft, Friday 13th February, 8:45am – 9:15am
Health Guidance Reminder
Parent Governor Ballot 2026
Year 4 Class Changes Azure
Year 4 Class Changes Cobalt
Year 4 Class Changes Turquoise
Year 4 Class Swimming Lessons
Royal Academy of Arts Young Artists’ Summer Show 2026
The Fourth Plinth Schools Award 2026
Governors' and Friends News
The Governors
We will continue to benefit from Chris’ experience as our Health & Safety link governor, and Hilary brings a wide range of skills including HR, finance and management. Thank you to the other candidates and to those who expressed an interest in the positions, it is great to see so much enthusiasm and care for our school.
The KG Circle
A huge thank you to everyone who baked, bought and supported the Year 5 fundraiser, your generosity made a real difference. We’re also so grateful to those who attended our Movie Time events at the start of term. It was fantastic to see so many families there and enjoying the events together.
Do you have a child under five? Have you visited the KG Family Mornings yet? You should! They are free sessions which include a hot drink and toast. A friendly warm space with good company and lots of toys. Come and join us in the Kelvin Grove Children’s Centre from 9.00am – 11.00am every Thursday. (Just opposite the nursery).
Please remember to use easyfundraising EVERY time you shop online. Over 8,000 retailers will donate to Kelvin Grove Charitable Trust for FREE when you use easyfundraising to shop with them, so you can support us no matter what you’re buying! If you haven’t signed up yet, it’s easy and completely FREE. Please sign up and help us raise more at the link here!
There are lots of ways to get involved in school life – whether that’s helping with KG Circle events, gardening, forest school, reading or even becoming a school governor. If you are interested in any of the above, please reach out to the school office.
As always, thank you for your continued support of the PTA and our school. We have some exciting plans in the pipeline for next term and look forward to hosting more events to bring our community together and raise valuable funds.
Wishing you all a wonderful and restful half term!
Sam, Emily, Kerrin, Mariam, Sara, Anita, Rebecca and Einat
Join our Facebook Page or contact us pta@kelvingrove.lewisham.sch.uk
Community News
Kids Support Tree
Wishing you all a lovely and restful half term!
We are currently accepting donations of the following items:
Red School Jumpers/Cardigans (branded or non-branded)
Grey Trousers
Grey Shorts
Grey/ Gingham Dresses
PE Kits (Plain White T-shirts, Black or Grey Jogging Bottoms)
Please leave any donations with the School Office. Thank You!
#KST #GIVEBACK
Catbytes Digital Community!
All at sea in the digital world? Tangled up in the world wide web? Broken down on the hard shoulder of the information superhighway?
Catbytes Digital Community are here to help! Every Monday from 10.00am to 12.00pm (noon), we’ll have a table set aside for a drop-in clinic with a friendly expert. Whether you’re trying to complete an online form or use your personal devices, struggling with a website or confused about app permissions, come on by and we’ll take a look.
No need to book a space, no charge – just turn up with your problem and any devices you might need help with. You can access the internet through the library computers if necessary.
Phone 02083144702
Email info@catbytes.community
Sydenham Library
210 Sydenham Rd, London SE26 5SE
Rhyme Time Forest Hill Library
Crystal Palace Market
Seasonal fruit and veg. Organic farm butchers. Fresh fish. Locally baked bread. Small batch cakes and biscuits. Cheeses. Farm made pies. Charcuterie. Olives. Pasta. SAUCES. VEGAN CHEESES. Biltong. KIMCHI. Raw honey. BONE BROTH. Olive Oils. Natural wines. Craft beer.
AWARD WINNING STREET FOOD
Open every Sunday from 10.00am – 3.00pm.
Stay up to date through our online channels
Where: Crystal Palace Park
Thicket Rd, London SE19 2GA
Family Craft Saturdays at Horniman
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
Please note there will be no Family Craft Saturdays on 31st January 2026.
Perfect for children aged 3 and above. (Children must be accompanied by an adult).
🐙 14th February 🦑
Celebrate the opening of our new exhibition ‘Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures’ by making a fun paper plate squid inspired by creatures of the depths.
💮Lunar New Year 21st February 🏮
Celebrate Lunar New Year by making a lantern.
🏵️28th February
Join us to make your own daffodil as they start to appear in our Gardens.
🌺7th and 14th March 2026 🐝
Celebrate Women’s History Month and create a mini botanical painting inspired by pioneer Anna Atkins, an artist and botanist whose work features in our Library Collections.
🏷️21st and 28th March
Celebrate Women’s History Month and create a badge inspired by the Egyptian women in our !كل العيون عليها / All Eyes on Her! display.
Location: Education Centre – near the entrance
Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ
Horniman Octonauts
The Octonauts crew need your help on some mini-missions throughout the Museum. As an Octocadet you will search for shells, mimic musical instruments and design your own underwater vehicle. Along the way you will also discover some fun Octofacts, before collecting a ‘mission complete’ sticker from HQ. Then head outside to the Sound Garden for a bonus adventure. Octocadets, let’s do this!
Pick up a free Octonauts: Adventure at the Horniman trail from the Ticket Desk, or inside the Voyage to the Deep – Underwater Adventures exhibition.
Horniman Market
Alongside food stalls, you’ll find body care, clothing, jewellery, design and craft; most are locally produced, ethical and many use environmentally friendly materials, natural and organic ingredients.
Join us on 30th November for a seasonal special edition of the Horniman Market! Stock up on Christmas presents and treat yourself to some seasonal foods.
The last market of 2025 will take place on 21st December. We will return in 2026 on 11th January.
Open every Sunday from 10.00am – 3.00pm.
Discover a hidden treasure at Second-hand Sundays. From vinyl to clothes, toys to homewares, there’s something for everyone.
Second-hand Sundays take place alongside our Sunday Market.
Where: Horniman Gardens
Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, Forest Hill, SE23 3PQ
Family Design Challenge - Young V&A
Family Design Challenge is an opportunity for the whole family with children 3-14 years old to get hands-on and creative with a variety of materials. Run every second Saturday in Open Studio in the Design Gallery, please see below for dates and themes. Sessions are timed drop-in and last approximately 30mins, please note last entry is around 3.30pm.
Location: Open Studio, Design Gallery
Young V&A, Cambridge Heath Road
Bethnal Green, London, E2 9PA
Price: Free
See more information online here
Family Events at Tate
Tate Modern
Uniqlo Tate Playmake Studio, The Joy of Not Knowing
Let your imagination run wild with a variety of hands-on activities for the whole family, all using recycled materials sourced right from within our galleries. You’ll be encouraged to imagine and explore magical futures by creating props and costumes made from sensory, re-purposed materials. There’s something for everyone!
Perfect for artists of all ages, including our tiniest creators aged 5 and under.
On Wednesdays, we offer special activities just for them featuring themed storybooks, sensory exploration and more. Using everyday materials and objects we’ll explore new ways of seeing the world and create fresh, joyful perspectives.
Please note that you may be asked to queue at busy times.
See the webpage for more details.
Days and Time: Every weekend and Fridays
All the family: Saturday – Sunday at 10.30am – 6.00pm (Last entry 45 minutes before event finishes.)
Price: Free
Tate Britain
Play Studio
Try on a cape, climb through a tunnel and play peekaboo using artist-designed play items, in this mid-week Play Studio Pop-up for under 5s.
This pop-up was designed in collaboration with India Harvey.
23rd May 2025 at 10.30am–5.00pm
Dress-up, move and play with different ways of expressing yourself through performance, music and making in our creative learning space for children, young people and families.
Inspired by the ways artists portray themselves and others, Play Studio: POSE by Harold Offeh invites you to react to artwork at Tate Britain in your own way, while discovering something new about yourself in the process.
Make something together inspired by the stories you’ve encountered in the galleries, or relax with under 5s next to the sand trays, collections of objects and books.
Visit the Play Studio page for full details
Days and Time: Open every weekend and Fridays during term-time from 10.00am – 5.00pm.
Location: Learning Gallery. Entry via Manton or Millbank Entrance
Price: Free