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Oceania Class treated the school to a very special assembly this week. Miss Booth’s class shared the wonderful art work they have been creating while studying the artist Laurel Burch and her vibrant, colourful pieces. All the children in Upper Key Stage 2 have been learning about Laurel Burch this term as part of our art curriculum, which aims to introduce pupils to lesser-known artists alongside more established names. What made Oceania’s assembly extra special was how the children led the whole school in a live drawing session, showing everyone how to recreate Laurel Burch’s distinctive style. The result was a hall filled with fantastic artwork!

We’ve had a wonderful day celebrating Children in Need!  Events like Children in Need are about more than just fun—they help our pupils understand the importance of charity, empathy, and supporting those in need. Learning to give and contribute fosters a sense of responsibility and kindness, values that will stay with them for life. It also helps children feel connected to their wider community and appreciate that even small actions can make a big difference. Being part of a nationwide event gives our pupils a sense of unity and belonging, showing them that they are part of something bigger than themselves. These experiences encourage teamwork, gratitude, and the belief that together we can create positive change. Thank you for all your generous donations and support for such a worthy cause. 

Today, pupils and staff at Torfield School came together to mark Armistice Day with a series of thoughtful and creative activities that honoured the memory of those who have served and sacrificed in conflicts past and present. Pupils engaged in a range of classroom activities designed to help them understand the significance of Remembrance Day. In one class children made their own poppies, using a variety of materials to produce beautiful and heartfelt tributes. Ahead of Remembrance Sunday we held a  whole-school assembly, where pupils learned about the history of Armistice Day and the symbolism of the poppy. We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the families who generously donated to the Royal British Legion. Your contributions will go a long way in supporting veterans and their families, and we are incredibly grateful for your kindness and support. At Torfield, we believe it is vital to help our pupils understand the importance of remembrance and to foster a sense of respect and empathy for others. We are proud of how thoughtfully our pupils engaged with this important time.  

Please see the attached flyer inviting you to join a closed group (for Torfield parents only) focusing on parenting children with SEND. In the past, parents have found these opportunities really useful to come together with other parents in similar situations and facing similar difficulties. This is open to any of our parents from Reception through to year 6. You need to be available to attend all of the sessions and they will take place at our Croft Road site. The course is run by the parenting team, who usually operate from the family hubs so we are really pleased to be offering this to parents and carers in the school. If you would like to book onto the course, please either use the details on the flyer or alternatively you can message Mrs Love via Class Dojo and she will book you a place.

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for your generous donations of food items for our Harvest celebrations this term. Your kindness and support have made a real difference in our community. The donations were proudly showcased during our special Harvest Assembly, where pupils reflected on the importance of sharing and helping others as well as learning about where food comes from and the important role of farmers. Following the assembly, a class delivered the collected items to our local food bank. The staff at the food bank were incredibly grateful and expressed how much these contributions will help families in need. Thank you once again for your continued support and generosity. You are helping to make a positive impact beyond our school gates.

At Torfield, we view our personal development curriculum as just as important to a child’s growth as our academic curriculum. We measure and celebrate pupils’ success in personal development through our Rainbow Awards, and each week we choose one pupil to receive the Rainbow Star of the Week. This recognition may go to a child who has made exceptional progress, as identified during the class’s pupil progress meeting, or to someone who has truly stood out by embodying a particular Rainbow Award value. This week’s Rainbow Star of the Week is a pupil who showed what it means to Be a Good Friend. On the first day back, he greeted his classmates with a friendly smile and a warm welcome as they came through the gate. By being a good friend, this pupil helped ensure that everyone in the class started the new school year feeling welcomed and supported at Torfield.