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

• SJH gains Thinking School Accreditation from the University of Exeter

  Fri 24 Oct 2025

  We are delighted to announce that Sir John Heron Primary School has been awarded Thinking School status by the University of Exeter!

  Since beginning our journey in the summer of 2023, we have worked hard to create a culture where ‘thinking serves as a golden thread throughout daily school life.’ This achievement reflects the dedication of our pupils, staff, parents, and governors, all of whom have embraced the Thinking School approach.

  We are very proud of this recognition and look forward to continuing to develop and embed our work on thinking skills and tools across the school.

  If you would like to read our Thinking School Accreditation report click on the link here.

   

  

• Family Friday in Reception- Fine Motor Skills!

  Fri 24 Oct 2025

  We hosted our first Family Friday of this academic year in Reception today and the focus was fine motor skills. We had a fantastic turn out, which reflects the positive parental engagement in the early years. Parents were able to find out how they can continue to support their children at home with developing their fine motor skills. They were able to see and experience first hand the activities in our Reception classrooms and engage with this alongside their child.

  

• Girls Football Festival- Our SJH Girls did us Proud!

  Fri 17 Oct 2025

  The girls football team played three games against Selwyn and Park Primary. They won two games and tied one game. They worked hard as a team to score goals, passing the ball in a strategic way whilst defending the opposing team. Their collaboration throughout the matches really shone through and we are incredibly proud of them. Well done to our lionesses! 

  

• LEGO workshop with the British Science Assosiation

  Thu 16 Oct 2025

  This week, we were delighted to welcome representatives from the British Science Association, who visited our ECO Warriors to explore children’s perceptions and feelings about nature. During the workshop, pupils expressed their ideas through thoughtful discussions and creative drawings, showcasing their curiosity and appreciation for the natural world. It was a valuable opportunity for our children to share their enthusiasm and deepen their connection with environmental themes. We look forward to our next workshop, where we will continue to build on these ideas and explore them in greater depth using Lego!

  

• Reception Open Day for 2026 Starters

  Wed 15 Oct 2025

  We opened our doors to new families and hosted our Reception Open Day today. A number of new families attended and showed an interest in joining the Sir John Heron community in Reception 2026. Families engaged in an information meeting, followed by exploring our Reception provision first hand, with all our Reception staff present. Parents/carers had the opportunity to have any questions answered. 

  

• Year 4 Visits Sri Murugan Temple

  Tue 14 Oct 2025

  Earlier this week, the year 4 children visited Sri Murugan Temple in Manor Park to learn more about how HIndus worship in a temple. They were guided by the temple priest, who told them about the importance of the five elements in Hinduism and why Hindus worship at a temple. The children also learnt about the different deities and rituals that Hindus believe in. This visit allowed the children to make links to their learning in class and they were curious about their learning, which led to them asking questions about worshipping in a temple.

  

• Year 1 Visit St Michael's Church to Learn about Baptism

  Fri 10 Oct 2025

  Year 1 had a visit to St Michael's Church, where they learnt about baptism. The priest talked through a baptism ceremony, which welcomes a baby into the Christian family. Pupils also learnt about the symbolism of water and the sign of the cross. 

  

• Reception Open Day on Wednesday 15th October (3.30pm-4.30pm)

  Thu 09 Oct 2025

  Is your child starting school in September 2026? Come and see what makes our Reception such a wonderful place to learn, grow and play! Meet the team, explore the classroom, ask questions and see our learning in action. We can't wait to meet you!

  

• Year 3 Visits a Buddhist Temple

  Wed 08 Oct 2025

  Earlier today, the children in year 3 took a trip to the Buddhist temple in Ilford. The children were greeted by a monk who explained the teaching of the Buddha and what Buddhism is all about. The children watched some stories and looked at some statues before being given some time to ask questions.

  

• Piano Fun Club Sessions at SJH

  Wed 08 Oct 2025

  Pupils have continued to have their piano sessions with Edward the piano tutor. Each pupil who has signed up will receive 10 lessons per term - lessons are booked in and paid for at the beginning of every new term and half term. Instruments for school lessons are provided by PianoFunClub. If you are interested in booking your child up for sessions click on the link below: 

  https://www.pianofunclub.co.uk/parent-page