The Outreach team’s Knitting, Crochet & Embroidery group spreads warmth and kindness with handmade treasures. From orange hats for premature babies to sanitary pouches for students, and a comforting blanket for a brave year 6 pupil, their crafting brings joy and support.
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650 attend Read Aloud launch events in our primary schools
Dear families
Over 650 attend the recent Read Aloud launch events in our primary schools
As CEO of the Trust that manages your school, I wanted to tell you that I found your commitment to fostering a love of reading in our children to be truly inspiring.
With several hundred family members joining us in the schools for special events, we launched our new 3-year campaign, Read Aloud, to help get children reading outside of the classroom.
As our campaign slogan for Read Aloud says: 15 minutes. Every day. Every child. Every parent.
The events were not just about storytelling and activities; they were a testament to the vital role reading plays in our children’s lives, both in and out of the classroom.
They also highlighted the power of community, of all of us coming together, to encourage the children’s literacy journey.
If you missed the launches, or just want to find out more about Read Aloud, visit your school website Read Aloud pages here: Woodpecker Hall Kingfisher Hall Enfield Heights
Reading at home creates exam success
Reading together at home builds stronger literacy skills, enhances vocabulary, and nurtures a lifelong love for books.
This foundation is critical for academic success, particularly as our children approach key stages in their education.
When it comes to GCSEs, we know that for children to be successful in their exams they need to have a reading age of 16.
Thank you for making Read Aloud happen
I also want to acknowledge the fantastic efforts of our brilliant Community Outreach team, our headteachers and teachers, in organizing these events.
Two parent’s comment particularly resonated with me:
“Seeing our children so excited about books and stories is wonderful. It’s events like these that remind us of the joy and importance of reading together.”
“My boy doesn’t like picking up a book, but he loved Read Aloud and wants to know when the next one is please!”
December book swaps
Looking forward, I encourage you to participate in our upcoming winter book swaps,
These events are a fantastic opportunity to refresh your child’s reading material and share the joy of discovering new stories.
Best of all, book swap is free. Just bring an old book to swap!
We also welcome any book donations, which can be dropped off at the school office.
Once again, thank you for your enthusiasm and support. Together, we are building a strong, reading-focused community for our children.
Watch out for more events coming to your school soon!
Warm regards,
Marino Charalambous
CEO, North Star Community Trust
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Join us for the launch of Read Aloud
Welcome to the Read Aloud Initiative!
The Trust that manages our school is organising its biggest ever reading initiative across its 3 primary schools: Woodpecker Hall Academy, Kingfisher Hall Academy and Enfield Heights
We are excited to be a part of this campaign that aims to foster a love for reading among our children outside of the classroom.
The aim is to create a vibrant reading community within our schools, bridging the gap between education and home life.
By doing so, we’re not only preparing our children to access learning at all stages of their development, or for the complexities of GCSEs – where a reading age of 16 is crucial – but also laying a strong foundation for their overall educational success.
Get ready for an exciting array of activities and events that will bring this initiative to life.
Launch events:
Woodpecker Hall – 27 November, Enfield Heights – 28 November, Kingfisher Hall – 30 November. Don’t forget to collect your free gift!
Read Aloud launch events – be part of the story
Woodpecker Hall Academy
Monday 27 November 3.15-4.15pm
Admission: Absolutely Free!
Enfield Heights Academy
Tuesday, 28 November 3.15-4.15pm
Admission: Absolutely Free!
Kingfisher Hall Academy
Thursday, 30 November 3-4pm
Admission: Absolutely Free!
Join us for stories and surprises with the launch of Read Aloud
• Story time
• The Hungry caterpillar
• Masked Marvels & Superheroes
• Crafts & games
• Put on capes and masks from our superhero collection!
• Magazines and comics
• Book swap
• Gifts and prizes
• Take home a free Read Aloud bag
• Win art sets and colouring books
• Tips for encouraging reading at home
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Black Friday Exclusive: Get 15% Off Schoolwear
Exclusive offer on 24 November with a 15% discount on schoolwear. Use code BLACKFRIDAY on www.smithsschoolwear.co.uk
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NHS Vaccination catch-up clinics at Enfield Heights Academy during half term
During half term, Enfield Heights Academy will be hosting two NHS vaccination catch-up clinics.
No appointment is needed.These are walk-in clinics open to both parents and members of the local community whose children may have missed any of the vaccinations the NHS offer.
Date Time Location Tuesday 24th October 9.00 am to 3.00 pm Enfield Heights Academy 3 Pitfield Way, Enfield EN3 5BY Friday 27th October 9.00 am to 12.00 pm Vaccinations available FluMeasles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR)Diphtheria, Tetanus and Polio booster vaccine (DTP) Meningitis (MenACWY) -
Free lunches and activities over half term – book now!
Don’t miss out on a great hot lunch each day and lots of activities for children every day over half term. Children must be supervised by parents.
Children and families receiving free school meals can join us at The Nest, Nightingale Road, Edmonton N9 8BF (11.30am-1.30pm).
We are open from Monday, 23 to Friday 27 October.
But you need to reserve your place by emailing us with your name, number & lunches required. Email us here. or [email protected]
Your child will also be able to enjoy arts & crafts, games & a free book swap corner.
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Free Activities for Children During Half Term
FREE activities for children receiving free school meals over the half term. Book your place here
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A Record-Breaking Open Evening
Thank you to everyone who was able to come to our Open Evening. We had a record-breaking year. You can still have a morning tour of the school. Check out this link here for more information https
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Open Evening at Heron Hall Academy
Come and see around the Trust’s school – Heron Hall Academy.
This year our Open Evening will take place on Tuesday, 10 October 2023 5.30pm -7.30pm.
You will be able to have a tour around the school to see our fantastic classroom, sports, teaching and learning facilities. Plus speak to the teachers and existing students.
Headteacher, Arthur Barzey, will do two presentations about the school to families in the great hall at 5.45pm, 6.45pm.
Open Week Tours
Come and see the school in the day at 9.10am and 10.10am each day, 17-20 October.
Please call the school to book or email us here.