Dear Parents and Carers,
The sun has been shining (mostly!) and we have had a great couple of weeks at St Mary’s.
Albert Hall Haringey Music Festival Showreel
We’re still buzzing from the incredible performances at the Haringey Music Festival! A huge well done to all the children who took part – your talent, teamwork and enthusiasm shone through. You can watch the Instagram showreel of the Albert Hall performance, put together by the Haringey Music Service – it’s well worth a look. We are super proud of you all and Mrs Peacock and the staff that make this happen Haringey Music Festival Showreel
Thermomix Demonstration – Monday 4.30pm @ RG
Ever heard of the Thermomix? It’s a clever all-in-one cooking system and we’re having a live demo on Monday at 4.30pm. If you’re curious (like we are!), come along and see it in action. Even better, if enough of us attend, the school could receive one for free! Let’s find out what it’s all about together.
International Evening – Monday 19th May between 5.30-7.30pm @ RG
Join us for our much-loved International Evening – a celebration of cultures and community! Bring a dish, dress up in cultural clothes, and share a game or tradition. It’s always a highlight – we can’t wait to see (and taste!) what everyone brings.
WIGUD – When I Grow Up Day – Wednesday 21st May
Children are invited to wear something that shows what they want to be when they grow up – whether that’s a doctor’s coat, football kit, or a homemade lanyard! They can also bring a book or item linked to their dream job. We’re also welcoming some amazing visitors to speak to the children – it’s going to be inspiring.
School Street Reminder – Rectory Gardens
Just a gentle reminder that Rectory Gardens is a School Street. This means no driving on the road between 8am–9am and 2.45–3.30pm. Let’s keep our children safe, the air clean and prevent you from getting a penalty notice!
SATs – Well Done Year 6!
A huge congratulations to our Y6 children and staff – your calm, positive attitude through SATs week was fantastic. No fuss, just focus. Whatever the outcome, you should all be very proud. We are extremely proud of you all.
Christian Aid Fundraising
Some of us wore red to support Christian Aid this week – thank you for your donations! Naomi from the Church Team has taken the money away to count it up and will let us know the total soon.
Bikeability – Year 4 and Year 5
Year 4 and Year 5 have receiving Bikeability training, including Year 5 going out on the roads learning how to ride safely. It’s such an important life skill and we’re proud of their effort and determination.
Exciting News (with a touch of sadness!)
We’re delighted to share that our brilliant Assistant Headteacher and Inclusion Lead, Aria Zavrou has been successful in securing a new role with the Haringey Inclusion Team from September. This is a position she’s been passionate about for some time, and we’re so pleased she’ll be able to bring her expertise and care to an even wider group of children and families. Of course, while we’re excited for her, we’re also incredibly sad to see her go. She has been a much-loved and valued member of the St Mary’s team for over 20 years (with a short break in the middle) and her impact on the school – and especially on our children and families – has been enormous. We will miss her warmth, her commitment, and her deep care for every child. There will be time to celebrate and say goodbye properly, but for now – a big congratulations and thank you from all of us.
Have a lovely weekend and we look forward to seeing many of you at the Thermomix demo and International evening next week.
Best wishes
Jane O’Brien
Headteacher
