Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.

• Jays and Blackbirds visit to a local church.

  Tue 25 Nov 2025

  Jays and Blackbird's classes went to visit St Etheldreda's church. On arrival, the children were warmly welcomed by Reverend Indira, a familiar face who visits Southfield School regularly. The children then went for a tour around the church. They were set the challenge of looking for different symbols within the windows, furniture and the building that we had learnt about in our RE learning in school, this included looking for crosses, hands and doves. The children asked lots of great questions, they learnt about why there are the different colours used within the church and got to try on some of the items that Reverend Indira and Father Darren wear during church services. 

  

• Goldfinches visit Aldenham Country Park

  Tue 25 Nov 2025

  On Tuesday 25^th November goldfinches class thoroughly enjoyed a tour of Aldenham Country Park Farm. Children experienced feeding and stroking a range of animals and delighted in using the mini-tractors and sensory tunnel!

  

• Grand Opening of the Southfield Mini Golf Course

  Fri 21 Nov 2025

  Southfield school hosted their official opening of their mini golf course, constructed by Brocket Hall in the summer. 

  The course was officially opened by Lady Salisbury of Hatfield House. 

  Along with Lady Salisbury, the Mayoress of Hatfield and her consort joined the fun along with many other local important dignitaries. 

  Our pupils in Jays class also got to have a golf lesson taught by some Brocket Hall professionals. 

  

• Archery lessons at Southfield

  Wed 19 Nov 2025

  Woodpeckers class were very lucky to have an Archery lesson today taught by Jo Moxham from the Stanborough School Partnership. 

  Pupils learnt how to hold the bows correctly, focus and aim the arrow and then release. Pupil enjoyed the competition with each other to see who could hit the target and there were some excellent shots!

  

• Greenacres Care home visit

  Wed 05 Nov 2025

  This afternoon we received a visit from a couple of staff and residents from the Greenacres Care Home who raised £100 for the school by holding a quiz, a fire dance and a fish and chip supper. 

  Thank you so much to the Greenacres care home team and residents, we are very grateful. 

  

• Jays' Class Visits Sky Studios – A Cinematic Adventure!

  Tue 21 Oct 2025

  Jays' class recently had the exciting opportunity to visit Sky Studios, where they stepped into the world of movie-making and media production. In preparation for the trip, the children worked in teams to plan their own movie ideas, developing storylines and characters ready to bring to life. 

  Once at the studios, the students were immersed in a hands-on experience using professional technology and props to create their own short films. From green screens to sound effects, they explored the creative process behind filmmaking and saw their ideas come alive on screen. 

  The visit also included a behind-the-scenes tour of the studio facilities. Students watched movie trailers in Sky’s private cinema room and were thrilled to sit in the original Jurassic Park jeep used in the iconic 1993 film — a definite highlight of the day! 

  It was an inspiring and educational experience that sparked creativity and teamwork, giving the children a glimpse into the exciting world of media production. 

  

• Reverend Indira visits Southfield

  Tue 21 Oct 2025

  Today we had Reverend Indira come and visit the pupils to tell them the story of Stone Soup. Reverend Indira brought along visuals to support the story and visited all classes. 

  Children enjoyed learning about the story and how it relates to Harvest time. 

  

• Herts For Learning- Big Talk

  Wed 15 Oct 2025

  The junior leadership team attend the 'Big Talk' Herts for learning event on Wednesday at Nobel school to celebrate Black history month. At the talk they listened to a choir sing in Mandarin and heard all about the life of Kit Brown. A presenter, football, content creator and author who has written the book 'How to shine at primary school.' We were so proud of how the leadership team listened and represented our school amongst other local schools and recalled some facts about Kit's life. 

  

• African Drumming workshop

  Tue 14 Oct 2025

  Today we had Steven with us to do an African Drumming Workshop with the children. It was an engaging, inclusive African drumming workshop designed specifically for pupils with special educational needs at Southfield School. This hands-on music session introduced pupils to traditional African rhythms and drumming techniques through a multi-sensory, accessible approach.

  

• Voices of Hertfordshire

  Tue 14 Oct 2025

  This year we are thrilled to be invited to participate in Voices of Hertfordshire Sessions.  Some of the School Council and Junior Leadership Team attended The Holy Family School and we were discussing hidden disabilities and how we can help their mascot Banjo.  It was a fantastic morning with our Southfield pupils making new friends and we are already looking forward to our next session.