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Message from Rachel and Jo
As we come to the end of a sunny and successful half term, we want to take a moment to reflect on all the wonderful things happening across our school. The warm weather has lifted spirits, and it’s been lovely to see children enjoying learning both inside and outside the classroom. We’d like to extend a special thank you to Sting, Cala, Joshua and Parminder for giving up their Saturday to represent our school so brilliantly at the Hackney Schools’ Challenge. Well done to all the children who took part — we are so proud of you! (Take a look at the fantastic pictures below.)
Looking ahead, we’re excited to share an overview of events planned for next half term — there’s so much to look forward to as we move towards the end of the school year. We’ve also been working hard behind the scenes in response to the helpful feedback parents gave us earlier in the year. After half term, we’ll be sharing a “We Said, You Did” update to show the actions we’ve taken and the changes we’re making based on your suggestions. Thank you for being such an engaged and supportive community — we wish you all a restful and enjoyable break.
Finally, a reminder that we start back after half term on Monday 2nd June at the normal time.
Jo and Rachel
Rainbow Nursery (Children’s Centre) Admissions September 2025
Do you have a child who will turn 2 before the 31st of August this year? If so, applications are now open for our Rainbow Nursery (Children’s Centre) for September 2025. We have full time and part time places available (15 or 30 hours). Please state your preference on the application form. Places will be allocated using Hackney’s nursery admissions criteria. The closing date for applications is 31st May 2025. Any applications received after this date will be allocated if spaces are available. You can get a paper copy of the form from the Children’s Centre office. If you have any questions, or you would like any further information or a tour of the centre, please contact Simran in the Children’s Centre by emailing centre@morningside.hackney.sch.uk or calling on 020 8525 2400.
Community Events and Workshop
Here are all the events and workshops taking place next half term:
Safeguarding Spotlight
Half-Term Holiday – keeping our children safe
As we head into a well-earned break, here are a few gentle reminders you can share at home:
- Online wisdom – Check privacy settings together, keep devices in shared spaces and encourage children to tell a trusted adult if something online makes them unsure or upset. You can report serious concerns at www.ceop.police.uk.
- Out & about – Rehearse crossing roads safely, wearing a helmet on bikes/scooters and staying within agreed boundaries when playing out.
- Five trusted adults – Help your child name five grown-ups they could turn to if they feel worried. Stick the list on the fridge before the break starts.
If you have a safeguarding concern during the holiday you can email MASH@hackney.gov.uk or phone 020 8356 5500 (out of hours 020 8356 2710). In an emergency, call 999.
Free swimming lessons over May Half Term for children in Years 5 & 6 at Kings Hall
Are there children in year 5 & 6 who aren’t yet confident swimmers? King’s Hall want to help support children to gain this important life skill! They are offering the opportunity for children to have one week of funded intensive lessons during May Half Term at Kings Hall Leisure Centre. The offer includes free costumes, goggles and swimming cap and child membership to the local pool funded by Sports England in partnership with Better and Hackney Council’s 10×10.
https://forms.office.com/e/9T5fcqKxHm
Places are on a first come first serve notice and families need to sign up their children by 11th May
Here is a google link to a recording with Better and the Swimming coach which explains how the 10×10 half term swimming programme works.
Attendance Classes of The Week
This week, we want to celebrate 1S who have 96.9% attendance. A HUGE congratulations and keep up the excellent work, it has a great impact on learning and progress. You can help your child’s class win the weekly fruit platter by making sure they are at school everyday.
Our next group of 100% attendance winners were very happy to receive their prizes today.
Class Attendance this week
| RM | 89.8% | RS | 89.2% |
| 1M | 88.8% | 1S | 96.9% |
| 2M | 93.5% | 2S | 94.8% |
| 3M | 96.7% | 3S | 93.1% |
| 4M | 96.4% | 4S | 97.2% |
| 5M | 94.8% | 5S | 90.1% |
| 6M | 95.6% | 6S | 90.5% |
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Dates to Note
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”newsletter-events”]Monday 2nd June: School reopens for all children. Breakfast Club as usual.
Tuesday 3rd June: Magdalena (WAMHS) in school
Tuesday 3rd June: Year 6 trip to the Bank of America
Wednesday 4th June: Y6 Transition Workshops in school
Wednesday 4th June: PTA Bake Sale to celebrate Eid
Friday 6th June: Relationships and Sex Education Information Session for Parents: 9:15am
Tuesday 10th June: Years 1-3 Sports Day at London Fields 9:30-11:30am – families welcome
Wednesday 11th June: EYFS Sports Day at school 9:30-10:30am – families welcome
Thursday 12th June: Wear blue for Diabetes Awareness Day – bring a coin
Friday 13th June: Years 4-6 Sports Day at London Fields 9:30-11:30am – families welcome
Tuesday 17th June: Year 6 Mentivation workshops – in school
Wednesday 18th June: 3M Sir John Soane’s Museum trip
Thursday 19th June: 3S Sir John Soane’s Museum trip
Thursday 19th June: Year 6 transition workshops in school
Friday 20th June: Whole school Family Friday ‘Great Science Share’ 08:45 – all welcome
Friday 20th June: Year 6 Fencing session – in school
Monday 23rd June: Books, Biscuits and Brilliant Readers family workshop 08:45am
Tuesday 24th June: Year 6 Mentivation workshops
Wednesday 25th June: Year 2 Hackney Singing Festival at the Round Chapel 10:45am – families welcome
Wednesday 25th June: Year 4 Hackney Singing Festival at the Round Chapel 4:15pm – families welcome
Friday 27th June: Non-uniform day -bring a prize for the tombola
Friday 27th June: Reception Hackney Singing Festival at the Round Chapel 10:00am – families welcome
Friday 27th June: Year 6 fencing session in school
Monday 30th June: Year 5 trip to the British Museum
Tuesday 1st July: Magdalena (WAMHS) in school – transition session for parents
Tuesday 1st July: 6M trip to the Garden Classroom
Tuesday 1st July: 4M trip to the London Archives
Wednesday 2nd July: Year 3 trip to St Augustine’s Tower
Wednesday 2nd July: 6S trip to the Garden Classroom
Thursday 3rd July: Year 6 Secondary transition day
Thursday 3rd July: Morningside transition morning
Thursday 3rd July: Year 1 parents transition meeting 2:45pm
Friday 4th July: OPaL Family Friday – all welcome
Friday 4th July: Year 6 Fencing session in school
Friday 4th July: Summer Fete 3:30-4:30pm
Monday 7th July: Year 5 Sharing assembly 9:10am – families welcome
Monday 7th July: Year 3 Sharing assembly 3:00pm – families welcome
Tuesday 8th July: Year 4 Sharing assembly 9:10am – families welcome
Tuesday 8th July: 1M trip to Hackney City Farm
Tuesday 8th July: Year 6 Show – 2:00pm – families welcome
Wednesday 9th July: Year 1 Sharing assembly 9:10am – families welcome
Wednesday 9th July: 1S trip to Hackney City Farm
Wednesday 9th July: 4S trip to London Archives
Wednesday 9th July: Year 6 trip to Hampstead Heath
Thursday 10th July: Reception 2025 starters welcome meeting 9:30am
Thursday 10th July: Reception sharing assembly 3:00pm
Friday 11th July: Nursery 2025 starters welcome meeting 9:30am
Friday 11th July: Nursery Celebration with families 9:00am and 3:00pm
Monday 14th July: Holiday Art and Activities family workshop 8:45am
Monday 14th July: Meet the new teacher 3:45pm
Tuesday 15th July: Magdalena (WAMHS) in school
Tuesday 15th July: Transition SENDCo drop in 8:45am
Tuesday 15th July: Year 6 Leavers Festival 2:00pm
Thursday 16th July: Rainbow Nursery Celebration 8:45am and 12:30pm
Friday 18th July: Break the rules day
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