Not long to go now! Bring a brolly... to ward off the rain.

Huge thanks to Kenny Addeh for coming in and talking to the children about the huge variety of roles in the creative sector. As a Motion Designer, Animator & Illustrator, he outlined opportunities, shared his top tips & answered lots of great questions. kenaddeh.com

As part of our eco-code commitment, Y5 have been involved in the Urbanwise.London Mudlarks project. Today some children took part in a conference sharing findings about water pollution, presenting work confidently & highlighting issues around plastic pollution. Well done team!

As part of the Mudlarks project the children have borrowed and installed a camera in the hope of capturing some images of the night time wildlife that inhabits the middle playground. Any guesses Chris Packham, who will be our first visitor?

Ten of our very best Y4 chess players joined 300 others from all over the UK to enjoy a day of #Chess fun with a tournament, simul & lessons at #ChessFest. They have learned lots over the year from organisers Chess in Schools and Communities and our own Miss Cummins too, bringing home three medals!

Y5 called in the London Fire Brigade today to explain a little about what they do. The children learned about all of the prevention work that the #LFB do and how they can play their part... "Mums & Dads, don't leave your phones on charge overnight, it could be dangerous."

SUPER CHAMPIONS! 🏆 As champions from the north of H&F Council the Girl's Team played the champions of the south... Another draw, another penalty shoot out & another winning pen by Viva - our very own Georgia Stanway. Lionesses of da'Bush sending best wishes to Lionesses at FIFA Women's World Cup

It's that time of year again! Yesterday, Mandy kicked off the H&F Council #SummerReadingChallenge2023 which this year has teamed up with the Youth Sport Trust to inspire children to discover the power of sport and play through reading. Find out more & sign up at bit.ly/43uPV1K

The Prayer Group began Collective Worship this morning speaking about John 4:13-14 - No Water, No Life. The children then listened to Waterfall by Chris Tomlin bit.ly/3XWMZtG learning to sing it by the end of the day. Every child wrote a prayer on a raindrop for display.

For a great match report and some amazing action photos check out the H&F Council website bit.ly/44OHUG3 and click through to flickr. Here's a taster...

Another busy week brings another busy year to a close. Take a look at Mr Schumm's final Friday Night Round Up for the year... no, it's not a recent picture 😲 ststephensce.lbhf.sch.uk/news-and-event… Have a super summer and see here for the new season on Wednesday 6th September.

We're back, with the first Hymn Practice of the year. Through God We Achieve.

A HUGE shout out to Aniela who walked away with a Gold Distinction at the #Polonus London Young Talents Competition. Up against Polish children from across UK, Aniela's amazing artistic talent took her through to the next stage! What an fantastic achievement. We're all so proud!

Y2 pupils enjoyed an amazing trip to St Paul's Cathedral climbing 300+ steps to reach the famous Whispering Gallery. They learned that the cathedral has been rebuilt 5 times over the centuries & linked to learning about the Great Fire of London. Anyone see Samuel Pepys? #History

As a whole school, we joined the Great Big Live Assembly, celebrating the much overlooked, yet huge contributions of Black women. Next week, during our Black Voices Week, we will be learning more about the pioneering women who have helped shape our country. #BlackHistoryMonth

It's Hispanic Day - a day learning about the history, geography and cultures of Spanish speaking countries. Each year group will explore an iconic festival from their country, which include La Tomatina from Spain & Bolivia's Tinku Festival!!!

Big thanks to Dr Marl'ene from Goldsmiths, University of London who delivered a brilliant Caribbean Creoles Workshop to Y6. After finding out how the language(s) evolved & exploring the geography, they learned the numbers to & she read an Anansi story too.

The year 1 & 2 children are in great need of a climbing frame in their playground. I’m running to raise money for them as they need to explore, climb, swing & slide their way through break times! Anything you can contribute will be hugely appreciated….bit.ly/3FpeRyg

All here at St Stephen's are hugely saddened by the passing of Benjamin, in particular the children in Y6 Zephaniah. Studying this inspirational writer's work has opened eyes & hearts, he will be greatly missed. We will continue his legacy; our thoughts are with his family. RIP

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