Events for the week
Published 27/04/26
Friday 8th - 5 Turner swimming; Cezanne class attending ‘Festival of Sport’ at the Oval – PE kits to be worn; Y1 & 2 story-telling from @storying_space.
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Read MoreFriday 8th May
Published 07/05/26Another busy week, focusing our attentions on Design and Food Technology learning for our topic work. 4 Kahlo have continued with their series of art workshops with a local artist with a link to Southwark Park Gallery; Years 1&2 took part in story-telling workshops; Cezanne class attend the Kia Oval for a Festival of Sport and Year 5 continue with their Mini-Police workshops with the British Transport Police.
Our Collective Worship theme for this half term has continued with stories from Acts, what we can learn from these and apply to our lives. This week we’ve thought about Stephen and Saul/Paul.
Below we attach our complete newsletter, a flyer for half term activities from Southwark, news of our Mums for Lungs Coffee Morning and our regular diary dates reminders.
Wishing you, and our whole community, a great weekend
God bless, from the St. James’ team.
Read MoreCultural Diversity Day - 21st May 2026
Published 01/05/26We're excited to remind you of our Cultural Diversity Day which will take place on Thursday 21st May. Children are invited to wear clothes/costumes which reflect their cultures/identities.
Read MoreFriday 1st May 2026
Published 30/04/26We’ve had another sunny and productive week, continuing to focus on Science learning for our topic work. 5 Ofili have begun their swimming lessons; all EYFS and Key Stage One children have taken part in drama workshops delivered by Drama4All and 4 Kahlo have begun a series of art workshops with a local artist with a link to Southwark Park Gallery. Our KS2 Parents’ Evening was very well-attended and performing arts, music and PE lessons continue to be enjoyed by all.
Our Collective Worship theme for this half term focusses on stories from Acts, what we can learn from these and apply to our lives. This week we’ve thought further about the apostles’ actions and the Holy Spirit and celebrated this.
Our full newsletter is attached below together with our diary date sheet, a flyer for the summer half term and a poster for our Cultural Diversity celebration on Thursday 21st May.
Wishing you, and our whole community, a super long, May Day bank holiday weekend!
God bless, from the St. James’ team.
Read MoreLittle Digital Helps Toolkit
Published 04/02/26internetmatters.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.
Read MoreDigital Family Agreement
Published 04/02/26Sometimes 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.
Read MoreStepping Away from Digital Distraction
Published 04/02/26Everyone 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.
Read MoreLayer Up for Online Safety
Published 04/02/26internetmatters.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.
Read MoreCybersecurity Top Tips
Published 04/02/26We 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.
Read MoreSupport St James' Stronger Start Campaign!
Published 23/01/26Here'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!
Read MoreTranslate our website!
Published 08/05/25If 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.
Read MoreA virtual visit to St James!
Published 09/12/21We're proud of our school and of our children!
