Friday 27th March 2026

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This week's letter from Mrs Mayers...

Dear Parents and Carers

As we reach the end of the spring term, our school has been filled with a wonderful sense of creativity and purpose. All of our classes have been busy working with artists from Bow Arts this week to create a whole school art installation based on the theme of creation. This collaborative piece will be displayed on the building just outside our main entrance, where it will replace the tiles that are currently on the wall.  We are very excited to see the final piece unveiled.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to the Adult Education Centre, who have very kindly supported the project and allowed us to use their facilities and resources.

I would also like to say 'thank you' to everyone who attended our Scholastic Book Fair. All of the book sales mean that we can buy many new books for our school library and classrooms.

We wish Ms Holme well as she embarks on her maternity leave and we look forward to meeting her new arrival! In the meantime, I am delighted to welcome Miss Bryan and Miss McKenzie, who will be providing cover in the Nursery. 

It is now the end of the spring term, and I wish you all a wonderful and restful Easter break. I hope you enjoy this holy season with your families, and we look forward to seeing the children return safely for the summer term.

Warm regards

Hayley Mayers (Headteacher) 

Moments from our week

24 Mar 2026
The Way of the Cross Service
Our Year 4, 5, and 6 pupils led a moving The Way of the Cross service this morning, beautifully retelling the Easter story through a cohesive blend of readings, prayer, and song that offered a profound reminder of faith and love as we approach Holy Week
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18 Mar 2026
Reception Trip to the Fire Station
Our Reception children experienced a day in the life of a firefighter at the local station, where they learned about community service from the "real-life superheroes" of Blue Watch through plenty of water-based fun
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Friday Club with Mrs Mayers

This week's Friday Club was... Eduard, Chibuike, Faith, Favour, Dawid and Masiyin 

Well done to all of you! You have been recognised for being ACE and for consistently going 'over and above'

Our Rights Respecting School Article of the Week is...

Article 24 - Health, Water, Food, Environment

Every child has the right to the best possible health. Governments must provide good quality health care, clean water, nutritious food, and a clean environment and education on health and well-being so that children can stay healthy. 

We have been thinking about World Water Day, which is on 22nd March 2026, and how this connects with this important article.

Reflections of the Week

We have been thinking about the Easter Story and the importance of Faith and Love as we approach Holy Week.

The children have been thinking of ways that they can show their faith and love during the Lenten season.

Our Makaton Sign of the Week is...Family

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The Book Fair has arrived at SWOY! Opening times this week: Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday morning: 8:30 - 8:50 Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon: 3:15 - 3:45 Every sale helps our school to buy books for our classrooms and library! #SWOY #Stwilliamofyork #Catholicprimaryschool #Selondon #Lewisham #Foresthill #SE23 #education #bookfair #reading
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School Information / Reminders

Key Information for Next Week

School will be closed for the next two weeks. Children will return to school on Monday 13th April 2026 at 8.45am. 

If you have any safeguarding concerns during the Easter holidays, please contact Lewisham Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (FFCP) on 0208 314 6660 or 0208 314 6000.

Gentle Reminders

Please refer back to the School Uniform Lists before you buy new items of clothing or footwear for your child. 

Please remember that children should be wearing black school shoes. No trainers or boots are allowed unless your child has a medical reason for needing to wear alternative footwear.

White Rose Infinity

We have started using White Rose Infinity as our Homework Platform. To login, you will need the following information.

Website: https://infinity.whiteroseeducation.com/

School Code: FFP - TWM

Pupil Code: this was sent home by your child's class teacher

Join Us

On: Sunday 29th March 2026

At: 9.15am (Please note the earlier mass time)

In: School Hall and then SWOY Church

For: Palm Sunday Mass

News and Updates

RHE Parent Consultation

Don't forget to share your feedback on our updated Relationships and Health Education (RHE) curriculum. You can access our RHE curriculum resources via the Parent Portal using hte login details below:

Parent Portal Link: https://www.tentenresources.co.uk/parent-portal/

School Username: st-william-york-se23

School Password: cup-3-se23

Please complete the Google Form to provide feedback by 13th April 2026. Thank you for your support!

Thank You 

Thank you to you all for the items that you have donated to Lewisham Foodbank. They were incredibly grateful to receive so many donations!

A huge thank you to SWOYSA for organising our Easter Arts, Crafts and Cake afternoon. We are very fortunate to have such a dedicated group of volunteers in our PTA. 

Congratulations

I am delighted to share that Mr Taylor and Ms Thorn are engaged! Mr Taylor asked Ms Thorn to marry him last weekend and we are so happy to be able to share this joyous news with you. I am sure you will join me in wishing them a lifetime of happiness!

Competition (Yr3 - Yr6)

Knights of St Columba invite you to take part in the National Easter Season Painting Competition. Your painting should: 

  • Be a scene of your choice of an incident recalled from Palm Sunday and through the Easter Season
  • Write Bible Chapter and Verse that best relates to your drawing on the back of your entry
  • Entries should be A4 or A3, on paper or card
  • On the back of your work, you should also include: your name, age, DOB, year group, name & address of school

Deadline: Return your design to school by Friday 17th April at the very latest

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Enrichment Clubs: Lego, Art and Multi-Sports

Rainbow will be launching 3 exciting after-school enrichment clubs after the Easter holidays until May half-term.

Bookings will be for the duration of this period and will work out at £7 per session. Payment is due at the time of booking.

  • Mon - Multi-sports (Y2 - Y6 only)
  • Wed - Lego Club (Y4 - Y6 only)
  • Thurs - Crafts (Y1 - Y3 only)

Please book the classes directly with Rainbow, by emailing them on rainbow.asc@hotmail.co.uk

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Dates for your diary...

Return to School
All Day
13
April
Chick Eggs Arriving in Reception Class
All Day
14
April
SWOYSA Krispy Kreme Sale
All Day
17
April
Bow Arts Workshops
All Day
20
April
Bow Arts Workshops
All Day
from 22 Apr until 23 Apr
22
April
Walk to School Month
All Day
from 04 May until 21 May
04
May
May Bank Holiday - School Closed
All Day
04
May
Yr6 SATs
All Day
from 11 May until 14 May
11
May

Local News / Events

Please be aware the Holiday Activities and Food programme will be taking place this Easter break.

HAF supports children and families on means-tested free school meals by offering free activities and healthy food for the holidays. 

Parents of eligible children will receive a voucher code for each child, with which they can book onto a provision of their choice.  

Please find attached and linked below the timetable detailing the events occurring from next month. 

Lewisham Council - Holiday activities and food programme

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