St James' CE Primary School News Feed - Announcements

Weekly Planner

Thu, 4 Jun 2026 16:26:33 GMT

Monday 8^th: Y5 Millwall ‘Joy of Movement’ sport – PE kit; 4 Khalo art exhibition Southwark Park; 5 Turner & 6 Hockney swimming; After school enrichment clubs. Tuesday 9^th: Y5&6 girls cricket (invitation); Y5 boys’ football (invitation). Wednesday 10^th: Y5&6 Boys’ Cricket (invitation); Reception trip to Young V&A;Y3 Gardening Borough Market. Thursday 11^th: Y3 British Museum;Y6 Science Museum;Y5 ‘Mini-Police’ citizenship course. Friday 12^th: Y4 Gold trip (invitation).

Latest Newsletter - Friday 5th June 2026

Thu, 4 Jun 2026 16:02:57 GMT

It’s great to see the children back for the final half term of the academic year! This week has seen some super History learning in action; class photos were taken; 5 Turner and 6 Hockney began their swimming sessions for the term; Year 5 started with their Millwall ‘Joy of Movement’ sessions; Year 6 took part in Cycle Confident sessions and clubs have re-commenced which will end on Monday 6^th July for the year. 4 Kahlo also attended Southwark Park Gallery to help display their recent lovely artwork with a local artist – further details in our full newsletter attached below regarding the grand opening next Monday which parents and carers are invited to!

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

In addition to our full newsletter attached below, please also see below our updated diary dates list and a reminder of the Wednesday 'Toast' session from 3.30-4.30pm.

Wishing you, and our whole community, a super weekend.
God bless, from the St. James’ team.

Little Digital Helps Toolkit

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:24:35 GMT

internetmatters.org have partnered with Tesco to develop digital toolkits to help families set controls and privacy settings on new and old devices that they use, along with plenty of advice on how to deal with online risks. They've included tips on how to make the most of a digital world, based on what children like to do.

The links to each age grouped section is below and we have attached at the bottom of this page their individual guides grouped by age with additional information.

Digital Family Agreement

Mon, 9 Feb 2026 09:15:56 GMT

Sometimes it is difficult to set digital boundaries about amount of use, what is suitable and how we should all behave online. Agreeing ground rules for devices in and out of the home can help to have everyone working from the same page. Use the template we have attached below from internetmatters.org to help your family agree what is right for you.

Stepping Away from Digital Distraction

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 08:23:30 GMT

Everyone can have a difficult moment from time to time. Being constantly online can make students feel like there's not enough time to gather their thoughts.

These short meditation videos can help you step away from digital distractions and get through to the other side.

Below is the link to three short videos posted by BBC Bitesize that demonstrate how children can use the internet for moments of relaxation, reflection or to help deal with difficult moments.

Layer Up for Online Safety

Thu, 5 Feb 2026 15:08:28 GMT

internetmatters.org produces many useful resources and family-friendly information around internet safety. Their Layer Up for Online Safety sheets attached at the bottom of this page explain simple ways you can use safety settings to support children's online safety.

Cybersecurity Top Tips

Wed, 4 Feb 2026 14:45:30 GMT

We are highlighting the many useful resources provided by internetmatters.org when investigating ways for you and your family to remain cybersecure.

Cyber security is an important part of daily life, whether you’re connecting to public WiFi or browsing at home. Learn how to keep your family secure with expert guidance.

Cyber security means protection in the online space. Therefore, it can refer to the security settings you use on your online social and video gaming accounts or the software you use on your family’s devices.

Good cyber security means the risk of your family’s personal information falling into the wrong hands is less likely. As such, it’s important to implement security measures that protect your devices.

Support St James' Stronger Start Campaign!

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:37:16 GMT

Here's a message to our St James' community from Jessica Ennis-Hill as we start our Tesco Stronger Starts Campaign. Just ask for the blue tokens at the Tesco till when you finish your shopping and pop them in the St James' box to help us gain funding for school projects.

Thank you for your support!

Translate our website!

Thu, 8 May 2025 12:49:36 GMT

If you wish to view this website in a language other than English, this short video will show you how to do so using a Google browser on your device.

A virtual visit to St James!

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 13:07:23 GMT

We're proud of our school and of our children!

For Parents/Carers of children 5-19 years old at school in Southwark or Lambeth

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 13:08:36 GMT

We would like to take this opportunity to introduce the Evelina London School Nursing Service. If you are a parent/carer of a child(ren) at school and are worried about your child’s health and wellbeing, school nurses are here to help. We work in teams across Southwark and Lambeth and you can contact us for confidential advice and support on a wide range of issues. Please see our flyer attached below for further details of the services we can offer.

Please let us know if your child has medical or physical and/or emotional health needs for which they need support. You can text a school nurse on 07520 631130.