Year 6 SATs Triumph, First Holy Communion and Sports Day Ahead — Newsletter 15 May 2026
Welcome back from half-term! Our Y6s tackled Bikeability training in Bexley this week, and we look ahead to Miss McGrath's KS2 Quiz Night and our Pentecost Mass with Fr Regis.
Welcome back to SPC
This week's Gospel Celebration of the Word reminded us that God loved the world so much that he sent his only Son, Jesus, so that we might have eternal life. We reflected on ways we can look after the wonderful gift of the Earth God has made. Being great stewards means looking after our classrooms, our playgrounds, our homes and our local communities.
Don't forget next Thursday is Miss McGrath's KS2 Quiz Night, running from 3:45pm to 4:45pm.
KS2 Quiz Night — Thursday 11th June
Miss McGrath's KS2 Quiz Night runs from 3:45pm–4:45pm next Thursday. Entry costs £2.50 and must be handed in to the school office by Wednesday 10th June in a sealed envelope with your child's name and class on the front.
Wanted: new music learners
Mr McShane is looking for new music learners, as some of our Year 6s are flying our nest at the end of the half-term. If you are interested in piano and/or guitar lessons for your child, please take a look at SchoolPing and complete the attached application form. If you need a paper copy, please speak to the school office. Fees are £16 per half-hour session, paid in advance.
Year 6 Bikeability — well done everyone!
This week, 10 of our brilliant Year 6s worked with Clive from Bikeability Bexley to train themselves on bicycle safety while out and about in the community. Miss Ford even joined the sessions. The children were fantastic ambassadors for the school and now have a much greater understanding of how to stay safe on the roads — well done everyone!
Children's Commissioner — The Big Future Survey
Children and young people across England are being invited to share their views with Rachel, the Children's Commissioner. These views are then passed on to the Government to help them make life better for our children and young people. The survey link is shared on SchoolPing — please note all responses are anonymous and cannot be traced back to individual children.
Families First in Bexley — new website
Bexley have launched a brand new website, participating in the Department for Education's Best Start in Life initiative, to support Bexley families from pregnancy to age 19. It offers tailored support for different ages and stages and information about Bexley's Family Hubs. Support for parents and carers of children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities is also available — it really is a one-stop shop.
Child Accident Prevention Trust — top tips
As part of Child Safety Week, the Child Accident Prevention Trust have put together a parent pack of top tips. Miss Strong has attached this to SchoolPing for your reference.
Key dates next week
- Monday 8th June — Education Welfare Attendance Surgery (AM); Year 4 Swimming; Reception–Y3 Football Club, 3:30pm; Year 1 Trip Volunteer Meeting with Mrs Crane, 3:30pm
- Tuesday 9th June — Year 1 Trip to Footscray Meadows; Y6 MHST Transition Workshop; KS1 Cricket Club, 3:30pm
- Wednesday 10th June — Pentecost Mass with Fr Regis, 2pm; KS2 Athletics Club, 3:30pm
- Thursday 11th June — Chris McShane in; Year 5/6 Phase Mass with Fr Regis, 11am; KS2 Girls Football Club, 3:30pm; KS2 Quiz, 3:45pm–4:45pm
- Friday 12th June — Achievement Assembly, 9am; Year 5 at David Lloyd (PM); KS2 Tennis Club, 3:30pm
Quote of the week
"A good rain in June sets all in tune." — Farmers' Almanac
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