Headteacher's Message
Welcome back to a new school year. It has been excellent to see the children return and settle so well into their new classes and routines. There is always a real sense of excitement at the beginning of a new school year as children get to know their new teachers, reconnect with friends and begin to find their feet in their new year groups.
It is a great example of the difference that good attendance makes, and I would encourage all of our other year groups to aim for the same. Every day in school matters, and regular attendance helps children make the most of their learning, maintain friendships and feel settled in their routines. We know that there are times when children are unwell or families face difficulties, but where children are well enough to attend, please make school attendance a priority.
We have a busy term ahead, with lots already planned across the school. Please make sure you keep up to date with events and important dates by reading the curriculum letters sent home and checking our school website regularly.
Year 6 have an important year ahead as they begin the process of transferring to secondary school. Thank you to all the parents and carers who joined me for the meeting this week. There is further information to support you with the secondary transfer process available online, and I am always happy to help if you have questions or would like to talk through anything. The school office can also support parents with applications, please make an appointment.
Nursery Places
Is your child turning 3?
We would like to remind families that children are entitled to a nursery place from the age of 3, and we currently have spaces available in our nursery.
Our nursery provides a caring and nurturing environment where children can learn, play and develop their confidence as they take their first steps into school life.
If your child is approaching 3, or you would like to find out more about the spaces we currently have available, please contact the school office. We would be very happy to answer any questions and have a chat with you about what we can offer.
Mobile Phone Free Zone
Going forward, our school will be a mobile phone-free zone. We kindly ask all parents, carers and visitors to support us by keeping mobile phones out of sight while on the school site. Together, we can promote a focused, connected and child-centred environment.
Our Mobile Phone Policy is now available online for parents and carers to read. A link to our Mobile Phone Agreement has also been shared this week. This should be completed and signed for any child who may need to bring a mobile phone to school.
Permission will be granted for children who require a mobile phone for medical needs or who walk to and from school independently.
Thank you for your continued support in helping us establish clear and consistent expectations around mobile phone use.
Please see the letter from Mr Hyde for more details on this update here.
Scholastic Book Fair
We’re delighted to welcome our Scholastic Book Fair back to school this term! There’ll be a fantastic 3 for 2 offer on all books, so it’s the perfect opportunity to discover some new favourites.
The Book Fair will be open in school from 3:15pm on:
- Friday 25th
- Monday 28th
- Tuesday 29th
- Wednesday 30th
Look out for a letter next week with all the details, including a booklist to help you choose your next great read!
Clubs for Autumn Term
We’re pleased to offer a fantastic range of extra-curricular clubs this term! With returning favourites and new clubs in the mix, there are lots of exciting opportunities for children to learn new skills, have fun and try something different.
Please see the letter sent home for full details, including the clubs available and how to sign up.
New School Dinners
We’re delighted to introduce Taylor Shaw Catering as our new school catering provider.
Please take a look at our new Autumn/Winter menu here to see the meals available to pupils.
You can also find the menu online on the schools website.
If your child has a food allergy, intolerance or other medical dietary requirement, please remember to complete the relevant dietary form directly with Taylor Shaw.
You can find full guidance and information on how to do this here.
We’re looking forward to working with Taylor Shaw and providing our children with enjoyable, nutritious meals.
ParentMail
We have now moved to IRIS ParentMail as our main communication and payment system for the school. ParentMail is now used for school messages, trip information, payments and important updates, helping us keep all communication in one place.
Please make sure you are signed up to ParentMail, that your email address is up to date, and that you have downloaded the ParentMail app if you haven’t already, so you don’t miss any important information.
Please see the letter for more details here.
Highlights from Class
Year 4 Woodland Explorers
Year 4 enjoyed a fantastic visit to Sydenham Hill Wood, where they took part in a habitats and conservation workshop led by the London Wildlife Trust.
Year 1 Seaside Day
Year 1 had a fantastic Seaside Day to celebrate the end of the year and our seaside topic! We enjoyed delicious seaside treats, met some friendly
A Fantastic Sports Day!
A huge thank you to all the parents and carers who came along to support our Sports Day. The children had a wonderful time, showing fantastic
Year 2 Visit St Paul’s Cathedral
Year 2 had a wonderful trip to St Paul’s Cathedral as part of our learning about the Great Fire of London. We walked from London Bridge
Year 6 Adventure Week
While some of Year 6 were enjoying their residential trip to France, the rest of us had an action-packed week at school! We cooked delicious croque
Aurevoir France ’26
Year 6 have said aurevoir to la Château du Molay and we are on our way home! While we are sad to see our adventure in
Year 6 France ’26, Day 4 – Market Adventure and a Trip to Bayeux!
It’s our final full day in France! Our morning began with a trip into town for our exciting market challenge. The task? To shop for ingredients
Year 6 France ’26 – Day 3, Caramels d’Isigny and Omaha Beach
We kicked off our third day in Normandy with a lovely morning visiting Caramels d’Isigny, a traditional caramel factory in Normandy. We were warmly welcomed by
Year 6 France ’26 Day 2 – Mont Saint-Michel & Alligator Bay
Wow! Our first full day in France has been incredible! We were up bright and early for our visit to Mont Saint-Michel. Even though we’d heard
Year 6 France ’26 – Day 1
Year 6 have had a fantastic start to our trip to Normandy, France! We had a gentle start, leaving school at 7.00am and having some much
Year 2 – Animating with Aardman!
Year 2 had an exciting trip to the Young V&A Museum this week, where we explored the incredible Aardman Animation exhibition. We learned how animators bring
Year 5 – Microbits
Year 5 have been diving into the wonderful world of Microbits in Computing this term. We have been experimenting with coding, testing different programs and learning
Year 4 – Devonshire Road Nature Reserve
Year 4 have enjoyed exciting trips to Devonshire Road Nature Reserve this week. Despite experiencing both sunshine and rain, the children embraced every moment. We practised
Year 1 – Goldilocks and One Bear
Year 1 have been enjoying reading Goldilocks and One Bear this week. To bring the story to life, we spent an afternoon tasting delicious porridge of
Year 6 – Yearbook Memories
Year 6 are making the most of their final weeks at primary school. This week, we began planning and designing our Yearbook, reflecting on the many
Year 3 – South America & The Andes
Year 3 have launched their new topic on South America in a deliciously creative way! To learn about how the Andes mountain range was formed, we
Year 5’s Animation with Aardman!
Year 5 have had a brilliantly busy week with each class visiting the Young V&A Museum to explore the Aardman, Wallace & Gromit and Friends exhibition.
Year 2 Nature Reserve Adventure
Year 2 enjoyed some fantastic trips to Devonshire Road Nature Reserve this week! Using the knowledge they have gained during their Seeds and Soils topic, the
Year 1 Gardening and Mindfulness
Year 1 have been enjoying some peaceful time in the garden this week, exploring the outdoor space and helping care for the plants in the sunshine.
Year 3 Painting without Brushes!
To celebrate our plant topic, Year 3 created beautiful paintings of flowering plants… but with a challenge! We weren’t allowed to use paintbrushes or even our
Letters sent home
Mobile Phones in Schools: New Policy and Guidance
Message from Lewisham Council FSM Vouchers
Y6 Leavers Assembly – 17 07 2026
Y6 End of Year Party (Prom) – 16 07 2026
Governors' and Friends News
The Governors
As another school year comes to a close, I would like to take a moment, on behalf of the Governing Board, to thank everyone who has helped make this such a positive and successful year for our school.
A huge thank you goes to our amazing PTA, the KG Circle. Your time, energy and dedication make such a difference to the children and our whole school community. We are so grateful for everything you do – we simply couldn’t do it without you.
Well done to our wonderful Year 6 pupils on your fantastic SATs results. Your hard work, determination and resilience have really paid off, and we are incredibly proud of everything you have achieved. We wish you every success as you begin the next stage of your journey.
I’d also like to congratulate all of our pupils, staff and families on another brilliant year. It has been fantastic to see so many achievements, both in and out of the classroom, and the continued progress our school is making. As governors, we are excited to build on everything we have achieved together this year and look forward to supporting the school as it continues to grow and thrive.
This year also brings a bittersweet farewell as we say goodbye to Mrs Legouix after 19 years of dedicated service. During her time with us, she has inspired countless children and made a lasting impact through her passion for play and the School Council, helping our school achieve so much along the way. We thank her for everything she has given to our school and wish her every happiness in the future.
Finally, thank you to our entire school community for your continued support throughout the year. Have a fantastic, well-deserved summer break, and we look forward to seeing you all again in September.
The KG Circle
As another fantastic year comes to an end, we’d like to say a huge thank you to all of our parents, carers and families for supporting the PTA and attending our events throughout the year. Whether you’ve volunteered your time, donated prizes or simply come along to join in the fun, your support means so much.
A special thank you to everyone who helped make our Summer Fair such a fantastic success. It was wonderful to see so many families enjoying the afternoon together, and every penny raised will go towards enriching the children’s experiences at school.
We’re already looking forward to another exciting year of fundraising and community events. We’ll be bringing back favourites like Movie Nights and Cake Sales, along with plenty more opportunities to get together as a school community.
Don’t forget that voting is still open for the KG Community Garden in Tesco Stronger Starts project, so if you’re shopping in one of the participating stores, please pop your blue token in our box.
Voting is open until the end of July 2026.
We can be voted for at the following Tescos:
🌸5729 Sydenham Express SE26 4QJ (The Tesco on Kirkdale)
🌸6843 Sydenham Road Express SE26 5QF (the Tesco on Sydenham High Street)
🌸2253 Catford Superstore SE6 4JU
🌸2345 Bell Green Catford Express SE6 4EY
🌸2556 Forest Hill Express SE23 3PE
🌸5513 Lewisham Way Express SE4 1UY
🌸6048 Deptford High Street Express SE8 4AF
🌸6495 Catford Rushey Road Express SE6 4AS
Please support our school by voting for our project during this time period. The project with the highest vote will receive £1,500.
You can also support us all year round through easyfundraising whenever you shop online – it doesn’t cost you a penny and makes a real difference to our school.
Thank you once again for all your support. Have a brilliant summer, and we’ll see you in September!
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
A huge thank you to everyone who came along to the Summer Fair and supported the Uniform Shop. We are so grateful for your generosity and continued support throughout the year.
As we work towards moving the Uniform Shop to a new location, we are unable to accept uniform donations at this time. Please do not leave donations at the school office, as they are unable to store them.
For any upcycled uniform, please fill out the form using the link here. Uniform requests will be processed when we return in September.
#KST #GIVEBACK
Sydenham Bat Walk
Sydenham Night Market
Starting this Friday, the Sydenham Night Market is here! 🌙🍜✨
Come and explore the incredible lineup of fantastic food, local vendors, and great vibes. Be sure to check it out!
If you’re looking for the perfect spot to sit back and enjoy your feast, head down to us at Ignition Brewery. All outside food is welcome, so grab your favourite bites from the market and pair them with a fresh pint of our craft beer.
When: Fridays from 17th July – 18th September 2026
Time: 5:00pm – 10:00pm
Location: Sydenham Station Approach, SE26 SEU
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.
Days and Time: Open every weekend other Saturday 12.00pm – 4.00pm.
Location: Open Studio, Design Gallery
Young V&A, Cambridge Heath Road
Bethnal Green, London, E2 9PA
Price: Free
See more information online here
Inclusive Sports Opportunities
Lots of inclusive sports opportunities are being offered this summer in Lewisham. 
Click the Flyers for full details!
Sydenham Hill Wood Family Events
Free Family Nature Activities
Looking for something to do over the summer? London Wildlife Trust is running a range of free family learning events at Sydenham Hill Wood, including wildlife discovery, nature crafts, bushcraft, storytelling and outdoor activities for children of all ages. It’s a fantastic opportunity to explore local woodland and connect with nature as a family.
For more information and to book, visit: London Wildlife Trust Family Learning Events.
Family Events at Tate
Tate Modern
Uniqlo Tate Playmake Studio, The Joy of Not Knowing
Come and discover the unknown inspired by joyful artworks in Tate’s collection.
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.
Under 5s
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