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• September Newsletter

  Mon 30 Sep 2024

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• Cemex Hatfield Concrete Plant & Quarry

  Fri 20 Sep 2024

  Jays have been lucky enough to go on a trip to see a working quarry and find out what happens there. They observed the process of washing and separating of the different materials that were dug out from underneath the soil. An area that had been quarried  was being returned to farm land as the soil was redistributed over the old dig site. This activity feeds into their History and Science curriculum by looking at changes over time and different materials and how they are used. We will be going to see an old quarry site that has become a nature reserve next week. 

  

• Voting day at Southfield school

  Thu 19 Sep 2024

  Today at Southfield, it was voting day and pupil and staff were voting on who should be the head pupils and the deputy head pupils. We have 2 heads and 2 deputy's.

  All year 6 pupils had met with Jackie our Assistant Head and made their campaign videos, which were then shared in assembly on Monday. 

  Thursday arrived and pupils were keen to vote for the new junior leadership team. 

  After the votes had been counted and verified, it was decided that the new 2024 junior leadership team would be Lennon and Oscar E as head pupils and Jack and Teigan would be their deputy's. All 4 of them were over the moon and keen to get started in their new roles. 

  

• Welwyn Hatfield Times- Andrew Lewin visit

  Wed 18 Sep 2024

  Andrew Lewin shared his visit to us with the local paper- Welwyn & Hatfield times. Such a privilege to have him visit us. 

  

• Rubicon training day

  Thu 12 Sep 2024

  Our FOSS team have been working hard and liaising with local councillors to try and raise funds to purchase some more scooters for the pupils. The children love using the scooters to support their physical and mental health. We were very lucky to receive donations from several local councillors from their locality budgets. 

  The company, Rubicon came in to deliver the scooters and to run some sessions with the children on scooters and skateboards. Fun was had by all on the day and we are very grateful for the support from the local councillors. 

  Pictured with our Chair of Governors Peter Hebden are Councillors Fiona Thomson, Marios Artemi

  

• Blessing of the school

  Thu 12 Sep 2024

  Team Rector of Bishops Hatfield - Fr Darren Collins, visited Southfield school today. Fr Darren was invited to 'Bless' the school and classes. He blessed the water of Southfield school and used a fresh Rosemary branch to scatter/spray the water over the walls. The children in classes were invited to take part in this activity, the children's faces were gleaming with joy to have the opportunity of a sensory approach that Fr Darren so warmly offered. It is lovely to have formed this link with the community and we are very excited that Fr Darren has now committed his time to visit our pupils every 6 weeks.

  

• Jays class starting gymnastics

  Wed 11 Sep 2024

  This term it's the turn of Jays class to go to gymnastics at a gym in Bishops Stortford. The children really enjoyed this first session, getting familiar with the equipment and following instructions. Everyone joined in and they are looking forward to the next session.

  

• Ofsted Report Release 11 September 2024

  Wed 11 Sep 2024

  Outcome: There has been no change to this school’s overall judgement of good as a result of this ungraded (section 8) inspection. However, the evidence gathered suggests that the inspection grade might be outstanding if a graded (section 5) inspection were carried out now. The school’s next inspection will be a graded inspection.

   

  The school helps pupils to overcome historical challenges to their education. As a result, pupils rebuild their confidence. Caring and dedicated staff know how to bring out the best in pupils. This helps pupils to listen, learn and get along with their peers. The school also restores parents and carers’ faith in the education system. They appreciate the school’s tenacity in the way it advocates for their children with external partners. All parties working together aims to ensure pupils are happy and safe.

   

  The school radiates an atmosphere of enthusiasm and excellence at every turn.  It makes the school an inspiring place for pupils to attend, parents to visit, and staff to work.

   

  The school curated its curriculum to meet the unique needs of each pupil.

  The school excels in identifying and supporting pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND). Leaders oversee a multifaceted approach. It includes targeted therapies, comprehensive planning and robust review systems. These ensure each pupil receives the personalised support they need.

  Staff nurture each pupil’s self-esteem

• New playground

  Thu 05 Sep 2024

  Its' a thumbs up from the children at Southfield in the completion of our playground project.

  Pupils are especially proud of the new playground equipment through the decision making of the school council in collating the views from their peers.

  It includes various climbing frames, sunken trampolines, and what pupils affectionately call the ‘spinney thingy’. These additions make social times enjoyable and help pupils to make friends.