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• 📢 End of Term, Website Update & Autumn Term Key Dates

  Fri 11 Jul 2025 Clare Haines

  Please note that our current school website will not be updated after Friday, 11th July 2025, as we transition to our new school website. During this time, the school calendar will not be updated on the existing site.

   

  Reminder term ends on 22nd July at 2.30pm for all pupils.  Childcare available from 2.30pm.

   

  To help you plan ahead, here are the confirmed key dates and events for the Autumn Term 2025:

   

  🗓️ Term Dates

  • Monday 1 & Tuesday 2 September – Staff Training Days (School closed to pupils)
  • Wednesday 3 September – First day of term for all pupils (Years N–6)
  • Monday 27 – Friday 31 October – Half-term holiday
  • Friday 19 December – Last day of Autumn Term

   

  📌 Key Parent Events

  • Family Links Coffee Morning 10th September, 9.15 

  • Reception Parent Workshops:

    • Phonics – Tuesday 30 September
    • Writing – Tuesday 4 November
    • Maths – Tuesday 11 November

  • Parent Consultations:

    • Monday 22 September (not Nursery)
    • Monday 29 September ( not Nursery)
    • 6- 8 October Nursery Dragonfly class
    • 13-14  October Nursery Ladybird class
  • Sharing assemblies, Fridays at 9am:
    • 26 September – 2H
    •  3 October – 2F
    • 10 October – 2P
    • 17 October – 2S
    •  7 November – 3S
    • 14 November – 3P
    • 21 November – 3F
    • 28 November – 3H
  • Year 2,  Diwali showcase for parents 7th November, 3pm

   

  • Christmas Events (times to be confirmed)

    • Nursery Carol Concerts – 1–3 December
    • Year 1 Carol Concert – Thursday 4 December
    • Reception Nativities – 9 & 10 December
    • Musical Theatre Performance – Thursday 11 December
    • Christmas Dinner & Jumper Day – Wednesday 10 December

   

• End of year thanks from Governing Board

  Thu 10 Jul 2025 Governing Board

  As we approach the end of another busy and successful school year, the Governing Body would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your continued support of our school community.

   

  It has been a year full of learning, growth, and achievement, and we are incredibly proud of the progress made across the school. We would especially like to express our sincere thanks to the dedicated staff team, including all teaching staff as well as after-school, holiday club and specialist club staff members. Their passion, professionalism, and commitment continue to make a real difference every day.

   

  We’d also like to say a big thank you to you—our parents and carers—not only for the way you support your children day to day, but also for your valuable input throughout the year. Whether it’s through parent surveys, feedback on the recent changes to the school lunch provision, or your involvement in events and activities, your voices help shape the direction and decisions of the school. A special thank you also goes to our fantastic class reps and the PTFA, whose time, energy and enthusiasm have helped raise significant funds and create wonderful opportunities for extra-curricular fun—for pupils and parents alike.

   

  We would also like to take this opportunity to congratulate all the children who have taken part in the many extra-curricular opportunities offered this year. From the outstanding musical performance at the Royal Albert Hall, to the enthusiastic participation in various maths challenges, and the incredible effort and sportsmanship shown at numerous sporting events, the children have represented the school with enthusiasm, talent, and pride.

   

  We continue to receive extremely positive feedback from external organisations who have worked with or observed our pupils. Their behaviour, respectfulness, and positive attitudes are frequently highlighted, and we are incredibly proud of the way they consistently embody the values of our school community.  Maintaining high standards of behaviour and respect is a key part of our school ethos, and we appreciate your continued support in reinforcing these values at home. When children see a consistent message between school and home, it really helps them grow in confidence and character. 

   

  A special mention must go to our ARP pupils and staff, whose dedication, resilience, and hard work have been nothing short of inspiring. We are thrilled to share that the ARP has been nominated for a prestigious SEND award — a true testament to the inclusive ethos of the school and the incredible commitment of the team. This recognition is richly deserved, and we are immensely proud of everything they have achieved.

   

  To those families who are leaving us this year—whether your children are moving on to secondary school or relocating—we wish you all the very best for the future. And to those returning in September, we look forward to another exciting year ahead.

   

  Wishing you all a restful and enjoyable summer break.

• Year 6 excellent end of key-stage (SATS) outcomes

  Thu 10 Jul 2025 Peter Dunmall

  81% 'secondary ready'.  Superb reading outcomes

  The majority of Fielding's Year 6 leavers have reached the government's expected standard (or above) in reading, writing and mathematics outcomes combined.  This headline measure of school performance shows how many pupils leave a primary school 'ready' for secondary school. 

   

  The school continues to focus on improving this measure, maintaining very high outcomes compared to other schools nationally.  Last year, 71% of our leavers met the standard, compared to 61% of Year 6 pupils nationally.  Nearly 1 in 5 (17%) of our pupils reached the higher standard in reading, writing and mathematics combined; compared to 14% last year and just 8% nationally.

   

  Reading outcomes are especially high. 9 out of 10 children (91%) reached the expected standard with over half (53%) achieving the higher standard, reflecting sufficient stretch and challenge by teachers. This reflects a change in our approach to teaching reading several years ago. Last year, 87% met the expected standard with 49% reaching the higher standard.

   

  Maths remains a strength with nearly 9 out of 10 pupils (88%) reaching the expected standard. A few were just 1 mark away from the pass mark threshold - we're now checking marking accuracy.  Nearly half (46%) met the higher standard. 

   

  Writing outcomes have improved considerably, reflecting our new I Am A Clever Writer (IAACW) approach.  Nearly 9 out of 10 children (88%) reached the expected standard. 

   

  Looking ahead to next year, writing remains a school improvement priority to drive up the quality of pupils' writing even further by deepening and embedding the IAACW approach. We are also going to refine our approach to reading, following the work of authors Christopher Such and Doug Lemov. 

• Nursery Summer Holiday Club

  Thu 10 Jul 2025

  The Summer Holidays are fast approaching and places for holiday club in Nursery are already proving popular. Nursery holiday club will be running Wednesday 23 July to Friday 15 August.

  Nursery are planning filled weeks with some exciting  activities planned, including, summer themed baking/cooking, lots of art, craft and sensory activities, outdoor group games and music and dancing. 

  There will be plenty of outdoor play and visits to the Pirate Ship, Fielding Forest and School Field if the the weather allows. We hope to visit the Kitchen Garden in School to see what is growing.

  To book your place for Nursery holiday club, please log into your Ziggi Systems account here: https://fps.slsr.uk/  Please see the Nursery holiday club page for our holiday club fees.

  Meals

  Breakfast is included for the 7.30-8am session, please provide a healthy packed lunch and snack for tea labelled with your child's name and ideally separated into lunch and tea. You are welcome to provide food in a thermos if you would like your child to have a hot meal. Please support us by labelling the boxes and bags. Fruit will be freely available during the day.

  Remember that Fielding is a 'nut free' school and you should check ingredients in snack bars, breads, snack packs etc.as these can contain 'nut traces' or may have been prepared in an environment where other products containing nuts have been prepared. Please note that any food containing traces of nuts will be sent home. Also, any chocolate or sweets will also be sent home.

  Important

  Do be very careful when selecting and clicking your chosen sessions, as once these are confirmed and appear in your nursery cashbook, they are non-refundable. Please don’t be disappointed if you receive a refusal for mistakes, swaps or a change of mind.

  Late bookings and late collection for holiday club sessions 

  Bookings made after 5pm on Wednesdays for the following week’s Holiday Club will be subject to an increased fees to cover the administration required to put in place adequate extra staffing at short notice. Late collection of children will be subject to a late fee as per term time. Please see the Nursery holiday club page for full details.

• PTFA: Final Secondhand Uniform Sale of the Year

  Thu 10 Jul 2025 PTFA

  The uniform shed is ready for its last sale of the academic year on Saturday 12 July between 10am - 11.30am.  The shop is located in the Reception playground. Please access via Wyndham Road entrance and turn left. If you have any uniform to donate, then please drop into the school office (in a bag) - this is especially useful to any Year 6 families who will be leaving the school this year.

• PTFA - Look What You Helped Us Achieve This Year!

  Thu 10 Jul 2025 PTFA

   Dear Parents and Carers,
  As we approach the end of the academic year, I wanted to take a moment on behalf of the PTFA to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has supported our fundraising efforts throughout the year.  

   

  We’re so proud that this year the PTFA has continued to deliver on its two core goals: building a strong, connected parent/carer community and raising essential funds to enrich school life. Thanks to your incredible support, we’ve been able to contribute to the things that make Fielding such a special place - from the refit of the KS1 Library, kitchen garden and forest school, to library resources, class trips, and more. These are the experiences that create lasting memories for our children and help them thrive beyond the classroom.  
  
  From baking cakes and donating prizes, to manning stalls and attending events - your time, energy, and generosity have made an enormous difference. 

   

  We’re thrilled to share that our recent Summer Fair raised an incredible £15,000. Despite a few cheeky rain showers, the Summer Fair was an unforgettable day - and a perfect example of the Fielding spirit in action! The parent band 'The Constellations' kept the energy high with a new set of songs, undeterred by the weather, with Mr McEvoy powering through Oasis classics to a very enthusiastic crowd. Meanwhile, the bar team took to the field with drinks trolleys, making sure no one went thirsty, and the BBQ - heroically run by our amazing Nursery parents - kept everyone well fed. With over 35 fantastic stalls and activities, including Laser Tag, Welly Wanging, the ever-popular tombolas, silent auction and raffle, the day was bursting with fun, laughter, and community pride. It was a huge team effort and a real highlight of the year!

   

  This year has reminded us that the PTFA simply cannot run without volunteers. We are so grateful to everyone who pitched in, no matter how big or small your contribution. But we must also be honest: a huge amount has been done by a small number of people, and it has taken its toll. Looking ahead to next year, as a PTFA group, we say goodbye to stalwarts such as Lucy and Charlotte, and huge contributors such as Nolan and Steve will see their youngest children enter year 6. We are losing a lot of experience and we need some fresh energy and ideas to help bridge the gap - plus I need my hips replaced (not PTFA related!) - and so my mobility will be on hold for a while!

   

  Aside from giving back to the school and the wider community, volunteers make firm friends and develop skills they didn't know they had. I do recommend getting more involved. Even 60 minutes of your time each term can make a massive difference. We promise it can be fun, rewarding, and a great way to meet others in the school community. Email us on fieldingPTFA@gmail.com

  
  We’d also like to say a special thank you to the Year 6 families who are moving on to new adventures. Your support over the years has helped build the vibrant school community we have today. We wish you and your children all the very best, and no doubt there will be some emotional farewells in the weeks ahead.
  
  Reflecting on the past year, we’ve had some amazing events:

  • The Parent Quiz Night
  • Our spooky Halloween and eggstatic Easter Trails
  • The Ealing Mini Mile
  • The Back to School Picnic
  • The Mother’s Day Gift Shop
  • Movie Afternoon
  • Weekly Bake Sales
  • Second-Hand Uniform Sales
  • And of course, the Christmas and Summer Fairs.

  A real highlight was the Christmas Fair, where the class tea towels alone raised over £4,000 - an idea led by the incredible Gina MacCarthy, a relatively new parent who brought such warmth and creativity to our school community. Gina sadly passed away earlier this year, but the legacy she leaves behind is a lasting one. We are deeply grateful for the time she gave so generously to support Fielding.
  
  Though the school year is drawing to a close, we’re already looking ahead to our September events, including the Back to School Picnic and the Ealing Mini Mile. If you’d like to help out -  in any way at all - we’d love to hear from you.
  
  Wishing you all a wonderful, restful Summer break.
  Beir bua & beannacht = Sending best wishes
  Conor Lyne, Chair of Fielding Primary School PTFA

• Parents stop scrolling and start reading

  Mon 07 Jul 2025 Peter Dunmall

  Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson, urges parents to swap scrolling with reading as she launches a National Year of Reading for 2026 to boost children's literacy and life chances.

   

  The Education Secretary is calling on parents to lead by example and make reading a daily habit to help reverse the decline in reading for pleasure, to help give children the best start in life.

   

  Let's take a moment to reflect on our own habits. How often do our pupils see adults enjoying reading from a book rather than scrolling on a device. Could you be a better role model and adjust your own reading habits?

• Constellation Winners Summer Term

  Fri 04 Jul 2025 Clare Haines

  Pegasus are the winners of this term's constellation prize. Congratulations Pegasus.

   

  The Constellation treat will take place on Wednesday 16th July.

   

  Pegasus Star Leaders have decided on the following treats for children in Years 1 -6:

  1. 🎵 Disco outside 
  2. 🍧 Ice-Lolly for all
  3. ⚽ Sports on the artificial pitch 

  As it is also Charity Day, all pupils are invited to wear 👕👖 Non-school uniform.

   

  Reception Pegasus children will be special helpers for the day.

• Who will win the constellation treat this term? Look out for the winner!

  Fri 04 Jul 2025 Clare Haines

  Our last constellation treat of the school year will take place on Wednesday 16th July during the afternoon.

  Star Leaders have been busy thinking about what the treat will be. The final count will take place today and winners will be announced later on. Don't forget to check back to see who has won!

• Signing up for instrumental tuition for September 2025

  Thu 03 Jul 2025

  If your child would like to start learning an instrument in September with Ealing Music Service (EMS) or TotallyRAD, you can register your interest by submitting an online booking form. The form will be open from 8am on Monday 7th July and will close when all available slots have been filled. 
  
  For information on what we offer including prices, read our Terms and Conditions for instrumental tuition.
  
  Places are allocated on a first come first served basis and you will be notified by email if your child will have lessons starting from September.
  
  If your child is currently having lessons, they will automatically be re-enrolled in September. You do not need to complete a booking form for the lessons to continue.
  If you submitted a cancellation form by the published cancellation deadline, your child’s lessons will end this term.
  
  Once you receive confirmation that your child has been re-enrolled, you will not be able to cancel as instrumental tutors and their payments will have already been secured.
  
  Ealing Music Service also offer a Saturday morning music school called ‘Cadenza’ for aspiring musicians. More information can be found below.
  
  EMS Tuition – What we offer

  EMS Online Booking Form

  EMS Terms and Conditions

  EMS Cadenza Saturday school