Weekly News - Friday 19th January 2024

5R Class Assembly 

As part of our Centenary celebrations in 2024, each year group is researching a different decade over the past 100 years. Pupils are finding out about important historical events and influential people who have contributed to significant scientific or cultural breakthroughs which have paved the way for change.  

5R have been researching the 1930s and today presented a brilliant assembly about the trailblazing aviator and adventurer Amelia Earhart. We learnt how this intrepid explorer became the first female pilot to fly solo across the Atlantic and set many other records throughout her remarkable life.

Pupils confidently shared reimagined extracts from Amelia's diary and delivered their own poetry about 'flying high'. They also took us on a whistle stop journey around the world with flags and interesting facts from the equatorial countries Amelia flew across as she circumnavigated the globe. Amelia's inspiring story demonstrates determination and perseverance, key school values that we encourage in school every day. 

Year 6 French Pen Pals 

Year 6 recently wrote introductory letters to pen pals in France and were very excited to receive their first replies!

The return letters are from a school close to Château de la Baudonnière in Normandy and will be the first of many letters crossing the channel before Year 6 visit the region for their residential in the summer term.

Pupils will then have the opportunity to meet their pen pals in person, joining them for activities at their school and more fun back at the Château!

 

House Mottos

We have a thriving House system here at St. Helen's College and run a programme of fun, competitive challenges where every child has the opportunity to be involved and to win valuable House points. The latest challenge is for the children to create new mottos for their Houses: Caledonia, Hibernia, Windsor and Cambria. They can post their suggestions on their House Google Classrooms in time for the next House assembly in March. The House motto should reflect the values of the school that each House strives for in everything they do. The chosen mottos will be revealed at Exhibition Day on March 16th, good luck everyone!

Royal Academy of Arts Young Artists' Summer Show

Calling all budding artists! The prestigious Royal Academy of Arts is calling for submissions for the annual Young Artists' Summer Show. This is a free, open submission exhibition for students aged 4 - 19 studying in the UK. Judged by a panel of artists and art professionals, selected artworks are displayed online and on site at the Royal Academy of Arts.  

We have some amazingly talented artists here at St. Helen's College and this is a wonderful opportunity for pupils to show artwork at one of the most influential art venues in the world. Information on how to register can be found here. The deadline for submissions is Wednesday 27th March 2024 at 5 p.m.

We hope that this piece of artwork by Tiya T (Year 6) will inspire many pupils to enter!

Kitchen Retains 5 Star Rating

Following an unannounced spot inspection today, we are delighted to report that our school kitchen has once again been awarded a 5 star rating for food hygiene from the Health & Safety Inspectorate at Hillingdon Food Standards Agency. Well done to Chef Soula and all the Accent team!

2+ Entry - September 2024

We are now allocating places for entry to Ducklings Kindergarten in September. If you have a child who will turn two before the end of August, and you would like them to join Ducklings in September, please contact Mrs. Smith at susmith@sthelenscollege.com as soon as possible. Please alert any family and friends too!

Bedtime Connection Resource

Helping children to wind down at bedtime promotes a healthy sleep routine and can also be a valuable opportunity for parents to connect with their children after a busy day. Here are some simple and enjoyable ideas to build connection with your child at bedtime. 

Beaconsfield School Half Term Camp

There will be a holiday camp at Beaconsfield School over the February half term for children aged 5 - 12, which offers the opportunity for children to try new activities. Details are here.

Next Week

Wednesday 24th January - Trunk Theatre Company visiting Y2
Wednesday 24th January - Y4 Trip to Amersham Field Centre 
Thursday 25th January - 1C Coffee Morning and Class Assembly 
Thursday 25th January - Ducklings, Nursery and Reception Parents' Evenings
Friday 26th January - 6H Coffee Morning and Class Assembly
Friday 26th January - Month End Music Recital
Friday 26th January - Girls Football Festival at Radlett Prep Y3/4/5/6