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Friday 12th June 2026

Dear Parents and Carers,

A busy and productive week - this week has seen us produce great History learning; 5 Turner and 6 Hockney attended their swimming sessions; Year 5 started with their Millwall ‘Joy of Movement’ sessions; Year 3 attended the British Museum, and 4 Kahlo also attended Southwark Park Gallery with parents and carers to see on display their recent lovely artwork with a local artist. 

Our Collective Worship theme for this week has seen us continue to explore our school vision of ‘Let your light shine’ and our school aims and values with the children. This week – ‘Being Confident!’.

Shout Out Youth Theatre and Sports Camp
Join Mr Brenta and Miss Jess for a fantastic week of sport and performing arts during the summer holidays. A week packed with games, challenges, singing, dancing, drama, and plenty of fun! 📆Monday 20^th July - Friday 24^th July; ⏰9:00am - 4:00pm daily; Available to all Key Stage 2 children; 💷 £25 per day or book the full 5-day week for only £100! Whether your child loves being active, performing, or just having fun there is something for everyone! Places are limited, so, to register your interest, email: soytcamp@gmail.com now! See further details on the flier attached.

St. James’s Church ‘Toast’ After School Every Wednesday 
Please again find a flier attached advertising weekly ‘Toast’ sessions at St. James’s Church. Pop along to church each Wednesday with your children to meet Katie and Dom, spend time with one another as a community and get to know the church team and each other. This will happen each Wednesday during term time and promises a weekly hangout for children and parents. 

Mums for Lungs’ Webinar 
Introductory webinar on air pollution, Tuesday 16th June, 8:15pm. If you've ever wondered what the air on your street is doing to your family's health, Mums for Lungs is there to help you find out. Next Tuesday, 16^th June, they’re hosting a free introductory webinar about air pollution. Using Southwark in London as the starting point, they will explore what air pollution is, where it comes from, and what we can all do about it. Dr Chinthika Piyasena will speak about the health impacts of air pollution on children. There will also be practical tips for reducing your exposure to air pollution and a Q&A at the end. Tuesday 16th June, online at 8:15pm. Register below:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/introduction-to-air-pollution-in-southwark-and-beyond-tickets-1989542135083

Year 6 – PGL Monday 22^nd – Wednesday 24^th June
It’s nearly time for our Year 6 residential which we’re really looking forward to attending! Please find a kit list attached as a reminder of all the items to get ready to bring. As always, we suggest old clothes and trainers as activities may require mud etc!

Family Lives Newsletter
Please follow the link below for this month's Family Lives newsletter: 

https://mailchi.mp/coramfamilylives.org.uk/coram-family-lives-newsletter-may26?e=82d627eec2 

Bede Summer Fair 2026 – Wednesday 24^th June
The Bede Centre has asked us to share the attached flier for their summer fair. This is for parents/carers, as do note this is on Wednesday 24^th June and the children will be in school at the time. Do have a look if you’re interested.

Events next week

Monday 15th	Y5 continue sessions with Millwall for ‘Joy of Movement’ sports each week – PE KITS ON ADDITIONAL DAY; 5 Turner and 6 Hockney taking part in swimming lessons each Monday at Downside Fisher – SWIMMING KITS PLEASE; Monday enrichment clubs continue after school – these finish at 16:15 (Alexis St) and 16:30 (OJR).
Tuesday 16th	Blue Anchor Summer Reading Challenge assemblies across both sites; Y5&6 Athletics competition – separate invitation; Y4 at Sports Festival at the Salmon Youth Centre; Y5 Boys’ football after school – separate invitation.
Wednesday 17th	Y5 & 6 Kings’ College outreach sessions on medicine, health and staying safe and healthy.
Thursday 18th	Y6 Careers Day at Alexis St.
Friday 19th	Mini-Girls’ Football tournament – Alexis St playground.

Wishing you, and our whole community, a lovely weekend.

God bless, from the St. James’ team