Headteacher Message

Hello all,

Well that was a lovely summer while it lasted! The weather this week has been dreadful and we have had to cancel break times and some PE sessions. This is a real shame as I believe exercise outdoors is great for all of our children. There have been two recent reports extolling the virtues of exercise for children returning from lockdown and as a school we recognise the importance of movement. I certainly had great fun leading some skipping in the Key Stage 1 playground at lunchtime. As we come towards half-term, we are working on finalising our staffing plans for next year and who will be teaching which class. The nice thing for me is that I firmly believe that whatever class teacher your child has next year they will be warmly welcomed and supported to do as well as they can, no matter their starting point. I am not envisaging big changes and I can assure you that as soon as everything is finalised we will let you know.

I wanted to clear up something that has come to my attention. There has been some rumblings regarding the school meals that we serve at Darell. As a school we buy into the Richmond schools contract and as far as I am aware, this contract has been up for consultation. I am not aware of the result of this consultation and will let you know when I am. I would like the meals we serve to be the best they can possibly be and will work closely with whoever gets the contract to ensure that barriers to this happening are removed. Anecdotally, I have had three school meals this week and they have been good. I particularly enjoyed the coleslaw accompaniment to the Gammon roast. Pack lunches is a job that falls to me at home and ideally I would like to free up more parent time by providing extremely appealing lunches for all. We are working on it.

I have to pause now as I have an important job. It is Mr Gilbert’s birthday today and I am going to attempt a first. If you were walking past the school at 2.50pm hopefully you will have heard 200 voices singing a heartfelt happy birthday to the universally popular Mr Gilbert. I am and we are lucky to have him. He is also lucky to have such youthful looks. He is the most fresh-faced 40-year-old I have ever seen.

Lastly, Blue the dog is coming in for a short visit next week. We have sent a text message to all parents asking you to inform us if your child is allergic or has a fear of dogs. Thanks to those who have already let us know. Please have a lovely weekend. I hope the weather breaks and you are able to spend some time with your lovely families outdoors.

Take care,

Mr Porter.

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Kew The Transition

Sunflower Sunday – 23 May

2021 is the Year of the Sunflower, so let's spread a bit of sunshine!

This Sunday 23 May from 11am - 12:30pm we are planning to meet and greet our neighbours with a sunflower seed giveaway, taking place pop-up style at the gazebo in front of St. Luke's Open Space on Sandycombe Road.

follow the link for more information:

https://mailchi.mp/1fddf974c302/kew-the-transitions-very-first-newsletter-4774190?e=df1760ed8d

Girls Only FREE Football Camp

We have an exciting Girls only Football camp on Tuesday 1^st June. This is FREE to attend and will take place at Bedfont Sports Club, Bedfont Rec Ground/Hatton Rd, Feltham TW14 8JA.

The football camp is open to girls from the ages of 6 to 16 years old, but you must register online beforehand. The camp will run 10am-1pm. The day will be filled with fun activities and football sessions, finishing off with some matches. We require you to fill out if your child has any allergies, we have planned for a move ‘n’ smooth bike to come down where participants are able to make their own smoothies by riding the bike. (please state in an email to myself if you do not want your child to participate in this). In order to register please use the link. No prior football experience required but please do ensure your daughter has shin pads on the day. (if you do not have any shin pad please email me and we will be able to arrange this)

https://www.brentfordfccst.com/product/girls-only-whitsun-football-camp/

Girls Football Development Centre Trials

Participants have the opportunity to attend our weekly training sessions at venues in Gunnersbury and Feltham delivered by FA and UEFA qualified coaching staff. This is open to girls from Year 2 through to Year 10.

Our football programme includes a structured development match programme against other professional club’s Community Sports Trust’s such as Coventry City, Fulham, Ipswich Town, MK Dons, QPR, Oxford United, Reading, Wycombe Wanderers and more.

https://www.brentfordfccst.com/product/girls-trials-june-2021/

We have some exciting activities that we are delivering at Gunnersbury park over the Whitsun Half term. We would love to get as many children involved as much as possible.

Please see below the booking link for the Multi-Sport Camp at Gunnersbury and also our Minibees and Tumblebees sessions for 18months old to 6 years.

https://www.brentfordfccst.com/product/gunnersbury-park-sports-hub-whitsun-camp/

Minibee and Tumblebees sessions – 18 months old – 6 years.

https://www.brentfordfccst.com/product/mini-bees-whitsun-sessions/

https://www.brentfordfccst.com/product/tumble-bees-whitsun-sessions/

Get Support

It's been a challenging time for many families, especially during the pandemic. If you are a family with a child under the age of five and are finding things difficult then we are here to help. Home-Start is a registered charity that provides compassionate and confidential emotional support, practical help and friendship to families through their challenging times across Richmond Borough. If you are feeling lonely or isolated, or struggling with no one to talk to, please reach out to us. For an initial confidential chat and to find out if our service is right for you contact us on 0208 487 8500 or email: info@homestart-rkh.org.uk. Or if you would like to ask for support visit: https://homestart-rkh.org.uk/get-support/get-help-for-yourself, submit your details and we will be in touch.

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