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

• Thursday Together in Reception

  Thu 13 Jun 2024

  Reception parents and carers visited the school for our 'Thursday Together' session this week. The focus was 'Physical Development' and children had a blast showing their skills and knowledge to their families. Parents/carers had a lot of fun joining in too! It was a very enjoyable morning, as demonstrated by the feedback given by parents/carers:

   

  "The children are very involved and happy; my child is really enjoying school time. Lots of activities and we got some idea for the garden and playtime at the park. Thank you!"

   

  "It was a great pleasure to spend time with the children, it is good for children's confidence to play with their friends, parents and teachers."

   

  " As always, I enjoyed the session. The children were very creative and active; there was a lot of buzz!"

   

   

   

  

• Basketball Festival

  Tue 21 May 2024

  Well done to the year 5 and 6 pupils who represented Sir John Heron at the basketball festival at the UEL SportsDock last Friday. Overall, they finished in second place, which makes us very proud! It goes to show that hard work really does pay off!

  

• Thursday Together in Reception

  Fri 10 May 2024

  Reception parents and carers visited the school for our 'Thursday Together' session this week. The focus was 'Expressive Art and Design' and children had a blast showing their skills and knowledge to their families. Parents/carers had a lot of fun joining in too! It was a very enjoyable morning, as demonstrated by the feedback given by parents/carers:

   

  "I found the activities engaging and exciting. My daughter was doing all her activities spontaneously."

   

  "A great session, great materials to be creative with. The snack table is a very good idea. My child was happy during the session, and that she could share her everyday school life with me and show me around her class."

   

  "My son's enthusiasm for art has grown over the year and it is so lovely to see him help his friends during the activities."

   

  

• Year 2 Immersive Lesson about Bangladesh

  Fri 03 May 2024

  Year 2 had an incredible afternoon exploring the diverse aspects of Bangladeshi culture. The children delighted in tasting scrumptious Bangladeshi dishes, learning basic Bengali phrases, marvelling at the intricate details of traditional Bangladeshi garments, for example sarees and lungis, dancing to the vibrant rhythms of Bangladeshi music, and joyfully crafting miniature Bangladesh flags to proudly wave. This immersive experience was truly enriching and unforgettable.

  

• Blue and Red Classes Visit the Gruffalo!

  Fri 26 Apr 2024

  On Friday, Blue and Red Classes made their way to the forest to search for the Gruffalo and his friends. When we arrived, we began our search. The first creature we met was...the Gruffalo! He had knobbly knees, and turned-out toes, and a poisonous wart at the end of his nose. His eyes were orange, his tongue was black, he had purple prickles all over his back. We also met other characters, such as snake, mouse, squirrel, owl and fox! Not only did we have to find these creatures, we were tasked with building a house out of sticks for mouse! It was a very memorable day indeed! 

  

• Earth Day 2024

  Wed 24 Apr 2024

   

  On April 22nd, Sir John Heron Primary School celebrated Earth Day with fun activities that taught pupils to care for the environment. They made posters on recycled cardboard and flowers from newspaper, showing how to reuse things. They planted flowers in reusable bottles and made bird feeders to help wildlife. Children in nursery got a plant to take home, symbolizing their commitment to the planet. These activities helped the students understand Earth's ecosystems and their role in protecting them for the future.

  

• Year 1 at London Zoo

  Mon 22 Apr 2024

  Year 1 had an exciting trip to London Zoo on Friday 19th April. Despite a setback when the coach broke down, we didn't let it dampen our spirits. Thanks to a quick fix, we were back on track in no time. The weather turned gloomy as it started to rain, but we embraced it with our raincoats. The animals seemed to enjoy the rain too, from the playful penguins to the majestic lions. The children's faces lit up with amazement as they learned about different species and habitats. It was a day filled with laughter, learning, and adventure, proving that a little rain couldn't wash away our fun!

  

• EYFS Bikeability

  Thu 18 Apr 2024

  This week some of our Reception children have been taking part in a bike training course. This training has given them the opportunity to learn the skill of balancing confidently, learn how to pedal and also learn the safety of riding a bike. Bikeability gives everyone the confidence to enjoy this skill for life!

   

  

• SEND Easter Workshops

  Thu 28 Mar 2024

  This week at Sir John Heron we held SEND Easter Workshops. These workshops were specifically designed to engage our students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in a fun and enriching Easter-themed activity. Utilising the principles of Attention Autism, our dedicated team led parents and children through interactive sessions aimed at enhancing attention and sensory experiences. The highlight of these workshops was undoubtedly the creation of Easter bonnets, where participants had the opportunity to explore various tactile materials such as feathers, knobbly eggs, and adorable bunnies. It was heartening to witness the joy and creativity unleashed as families worked together to craft beautiful bonnets, fostering a sense of collaboration and accomplishment within our school community. We are excited to showcase these wonderful creations and celebrate the talents of all our students.

  

• Silly Science Workshops

  Mon 18 Mar 2024

  All pupils at SJH had the opportunity to participate in Silly Science Workshops on Friday 15th March. All children were bubbling with excitement as they saw wacky experiments. Amidst giggles and wide-eyed wonder, they eagerly explored the magic of science, turning ordinary materials into extraordinary discoveries. These workshops ignited their curiosity, fostering a love for experimentation and sparking imaginative inquiry in their young minds.