Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.

• Meet a Musician

  Tue 25 Feb 2025

  Earlier today, musicians from the BBC Symphony Orchestra, Peter Mallinson and Shirley Turner, paid a visit to Year 4 pupils, offering them a fascinating introduction to the four elements of music: beat, melody, harmony and silence. Through a selection of beautiful pieces, including some composed by Mozart, the duo performed on their violin and viola, captivating both the children and staff alike. It was a memorable and enriching experience, one that will be cherished for a long time!

  

• Family Friday - Healthy Living

  Fri 14 Feb 2025

  Today we hosted another successful Family Friday with a healthy living theme. The teaches did a fantastic job of planning and creating an interactive provision for our children to explore with their families. They were making fruit kebabs, tasting different healthy food, becoming dentists, making Supertato and much more. It was a successful morning with lots of family members joining us. We really do believe in our school motto that: Together we learn. Together we achieve.  

  

• Science Fair at Little Ilford School

  Thu 13 Feb 2025

  Sir John Heron participated in Little Ilford's Science Fair for the first time and we absolutely loved it! Our contribution to the fair was made by our Spectacular Science Club and we chose 'Space' as our theme. We made:  dioramas of the solar system, a 3D poster of Katherine Johnson, a replica of NASA's space station, a 3D model of a rocket and we made balloon rockets! A few children were chosen to represent our school for the day and they did a tremendous job explaining and demonstrating how to conduct the balloon rocket experiment. 

  

• Safer Internet Day

  Tue 11 Feb 2025

  Today was Internet Safety Day and to raise awareness all pupils had sessions on how to keep safe online. Pupils in Year 5 and 6 took part in special workshops for Internet Safety Day, learning how to stay safe online. The sessions were led by GAV (Growing Against Violence), who taught students about the risks of the internet, including cyberbullying, scams, and protecting personal information. Through interactive discussions, the children explored how to make responsible choices online and where to seek help if needed. The workshops were engaging and informative, helping students feel more confident about using the internet safely.

  

• NSPCC Number Day

  Tue 11 Feb 2025

  At Sir John Heron we celebrated NSPCC's Number Day in style! To raise money for the charity we had a digit dress up and the children donated £1. We also invited our parents in to take part in different maths games including Times Table Rock Star battles. Year One even had a giant snakes and ladders on the carpet that their teacher had made. For our mathematics lessons, the children made cakes using their number skills to carefully measure out the ingredients. To top off the day, we then had a cake sale using the children's baked goods to raise more money. We raised over £400 and a great day was had by all! 

  

• Year 5 visits the British Museum.

  Thu 06 Feb 2025

  Earlier today, year 5 went on an exciting visit to the British Museum! The class explored the Mesopotamia exhibit, learning about agriculture, the invention of writing, and the advancements in technology and artistry made by the people of Sumer and the Babylonians. They delved into the fascinating world of Mesopotamia, studying the achievements of the Sumerians, including their intricate jewellery and other remarkable creations. It was a great opportunity to bring their history lessons to life and explore ancient civilisation up close!

  

• Year 2 RE: Exploring the Creation Story with Faith in Schools

  Wed 05 Feb 2025

  Leading up to RE Day, Year 2 was privileged to host visitors from 'Faith in Schools' who introduced the Christian creation story through a creative and inclusive game. Pupils were enlightened on the narrative that describes how the world was crafted in six days, culminating in God's rest on the seventh day. Furthermore, students engaged in discussions about their responsibilities in caring for God's beautiful and precious creation. This enriching experience not only deepened their understanding of the creation story but also inspired them to consider their role in protecting and nurturing the environment.