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

• Santa Claus came to SJH!

  Thu 18 Dec 2025

  Children across school were visited by the man in red today; Santa Claus! Amongst the class parties, delicious food and games, the sound of sleigh bells caught children’s attention. Santa, accompanied by his trusted elf, made his appearance after the morning registers were completed. The children were very excited and grateful for the gifts he brought. Merry Christmas to all!

  

• Christmas Fayre

  Wed 17 Dec 2025

  Once again, our annual Christmas Fayre was a huge success! Visitors were treated to a wide range of stalls selling crafts, pre-loved toys and books, raffle prizes, cakes, candy floss, a visit to Santa’s Grotto, a photo booth experience and Christmas themed games to name a few. We would like to thank our staff, visitors, our year 6 pupils and E12 Pizza and Chicken for making this an unforgettable fayre. We wish you a very merry Christmas and prosperous 2026!

  

• Year 2 Nativity Performance!

  Tue 16 Dec 2025

  Year 2 proudly presented their nativity this afternoon, delivering an energetic and joyful performance. Every child took part with enthusiasm and confidence, bringing the story to life through singing, acting and narration. It was a wonderful celebration of their hard work and was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone who attended.

  

• Years 5 and 6 visit Stratford East Theatre to watch Mama Goose!

  Tue 16 Dec 2025

  Year 5 and 6 children were treated to a visit to Stratford East Theatre this morning to watch the pantomime performance of Mama Goose. The children thoroughly enjoyed watching the performance, laughing and singing along with the characters and joining in the fun. Even Mr Worth and Mr Gipp joined in the fun! Tomorrow, it will the Lower Key Stage Two's turn! 

  

• Reception Christmas Concert

  Tue 16 Dec 2025

  This morning, our Reception children delighted parents with a joyful concert, singing a selection of songs with wonderful confidence and bright smiles. The children performed enthusiastically, showing how much they have grown in confidence and teamwork. It was a cheerful and memorable event that was enjoyed by everyone present. 

  

• The Pantomime comes to school for KS1

  Mon 15 Dec 2025

  KS1 children were treated to a wonderful afternoon when a pantomime came into school. The children thoroughly enjoyed watching Aladdin, laughing along with the characters and joining in with the fun. It was a magical and memorable experience for everyone involved.

  

• Family Friday- Developing Gross Motor Skills!

  Fri 12 Dec 2025

  Today we held our Family Friday in Reception, welcoming parents into school to take part in a range of activities focused on developing children’s gross motor skills. It was a wonderful opportunity for families to explore engaging, hands-on activities together, while gaining practical ideas and strategies to support gross motor development at home. Thank you to all the parents who joined us and helped make the session such a success!

  

• Year 1 visit Manor Park Methodist Church

  Thu 11 Dec 2025

  We visited Manor Park Methodist Church where we explored the Christmas story through different themed activities. First, we visited the “Shepherds’ Hillside”, we imagined what it was like for the shepherds when the angels appeared. Next we went to “Mary’s Kitchen”, we learned more about Mary and talked about how she might have felt when Jesus was born.  At the “Star Watchers’ Palace”, we discovered what the three wise men gave Jesus and why their gifts were special. Finally, we visited “Christmas Today”, where we learned how people celebrate Christmas now. The visit helped us understand the Christmas story much better, and we enjoyed exploring each part together.

  

• An afternoon at the Opera

  Wed 10 Dec 2025

  The choir was very fortunate to attend a dress rehearsal of an opera performance earlier today. The performance was an adaptation of The Brothers Grimm’s tale of Hansel and Gretel. It was interesting to watch a story portrayed only through song and music. The opera singers executed the different roles perfectly, projecting their beautiful voices. On the way back to school, we walked past the River Thames, spotting Greenwich and the Cutty Sark across the water.

  

• Year 3 Sharing Assembly

  Tue 09 Dec 2025

  This week the children in year 3 had their sharing assembly. Both classes worked really hard to come up with a wonderful performance which they shared with their families. The children spoke about their learning in English, Geography and PSHCE and even sang a few songs from choir club as well as their music lessons.