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Year 6 Residential Trip to Grosvenor Hall We will be taking our year 6 children to Grosvenor Hall, Kent in June 2026. The trip is a wonderful opportunity for the children to develop their independence and confidence as well as their ability to socialise and work collaboratively with others before starting secondary school. Essential Information PGL Centre (formally Kingswood) Grosvenor Hall Kennington Ashford TN25 4AJ Sunday 13th June – Wednesday 16th June 2027 Please note, if we feel that the behaviour displayed by your child in school could affect the safety of the group when we are away, we reserve the right not to take your child on the trip. Once there, if the behaviour of your child is affecting the safety of the group, you will be asked to come and collect them. Sunday 13 th June Children should arrive at school at 11:45am and report to the Centenary Hall to be registered by a teacher (holdalls should be left with staff in the car park next to the dining hall). Wednesday 16th June We should return to school at approx. 4:00pm. Parents will be informed by email after 2:30pm to let them know whether we are on schedule. Example Itinerary Accommo dation Grosvenor House has a range of accommodation – some rooms are ensuite whilst others have communal bathrooms (single-sex). Accommodation is allocated to schools two weeks before departure. Staff rooms are interspersed between the children’s bedrooms. Children have a small space to store their belongings. The children will need to bring a pillow case and duvet or sleeping bag. 1/1 Please note, this video shows the year 6 trip to Bembridge on the Isle of Wight not Grosvenor House in Kent. Kit List Kit should be packed in a soft holdall that can be carried by your child (please be aware that their accommodation may be up a flight of stairs). All bags should be labelled on the outside with your child's name and HJS. Clothes and Footwear Swimsuit At least 4 tops - t-shirts. Some must be long sleeved as arms need to be covered to so some activities.. No string or crop tops. At least 3 pairs of tracksuit trousers or leggings (no jeans). Plus shorts for if it's hot - these must be below the knee. No denim shorts or shorts above the knee. Two warm jumpers/sweatshirts Enough socks and underwear to last for 4 days 2 x trainers (a pair to wear for activities and an old pair for water sports.). A pair of dry shoes for evening activities Lightweight pyjamas (it gets hot in the rooms) and dressing gown / something to wear after showering slippers A waterproof jacket A hat Hamstel Leavers’ Hoodie (optional) Hamstel Leavers’ Hoodies will be available to buy from Brand Identity if you would like your child to have one to wear whilst on the school trip. The children will still receive a Leavers’ t-shirt at the end of the year from the PTA with every year 6 child’s name on it . There is no requirement to buy a hoodie, but they are available for those parents who would like one for their child. Essential Items Sleeping bag or duvet and pillow Two towels - one for activities and one to use after showering One holdall to fit everything in (labelled on the outside with your child's name and HJS) Toiletries - including toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, roll-on deodorant (no aerosols) Hair tie for long hair (if appropriate) Sun cream and sunglasses A named metal water bottle - children have access to water all day. In exceptional circumstances, your child may bring a small Robinsons Squash’d (or equivalent) to flavour the water Two large labelled plastic bags for dirty washing Other items A watch (however, children will not be allowed to wear it for any activity) A quiet game that the children can play in their room e.g. travel chess, cards Pocket money – up to £7 for small presents / souvenirs etc. Children won’t be able to buy sweets or drinks; they will be responsible for their own money. EVERYTHING MUST BE MARKED CLEARLY WITH BOTH YOUR CHILD’S AND THE SCHOOL’S NAME Medication Medication must be handed to a member of staff before departure; children should not keep their own medication Prescribed Medication Prescribed medication must be clearly labelled with your child’s name and the dosage and be in its original packaging. The dosage and timings on the label must match what is recorded on the medical form completed by the parent/carer. Asthma - anyone with asthma must have two inhalers for the trip (inhalers kept in school can be taken home at the end of the day on Friday before the trip). Non-prescribed Medication Non-prescribed medication must be in its original packaging Bottled medicine must be in an unopened bottle. Tablets must be in their original strips (do not cut into strips of tablets) Medical Form - Non Prescription Medical Form - Prescription For the Journey Items for the coach should be packed in a separate small bag (a small rucksack / your child's school bag is ideal). A pen and pencil Quiet activities or games (reading books, puzzle books, travel chess etc) A small snack (for example a piece of fruit) and drink for when we arrive (children should eat an early lunch before meeting at the school). Children should not take any other food with them. Note - Children should travel in clothes they can wear for their first activity i.e. long sleeves, trousers or shorts below the knee and trainers Please ensure your child takes any travel sickness pills before leaving school What not to take Jewellery Make-up Sprays e.g., deodorants, perfumes etc Any electronic device Table / iPad etc Mobile phone (children are not allowed to take a mobile phone with them on the trip) Camera Additional Information Children should: Avoid loose clothing. Have extra warm clothing & waterproofs for cold & wet weather conditions Remove all watches and earrings during activities Remove any hard and sharp objects from pockets during activities Tie long hair back – children should have a hairbrush & accessories All Personal Protective Equipment for activities will be provided by PGL. Meals Children will be served breakfast, lunch and dinner buffet style each day (except on the days they arrive and leave - see below). Meals are served in a communal dining room where there is always a choice of hot and cold dishes, a vegetarian selection and a fresh salad bar. On Sunday, children will be given dinner. On the Wednesday, they will be given breakfast and a packed lunch. What's on the menu? UK PGL Menu - PGL Schools & Groups Useful Documents PGL Trip Parent Meeting and Online Medical/Dietary Form 2026 Payment Please ensure payments are made via Arbor in line with the payment schedule. Please be aware that if full payment is not received by the final date on the schedule your child may lose their place on the trip. You may wish to take out private travel insurance for this trip. Daily Updates: PGL Residential Grosvenor Hall Sunday 7th - Wednesday 10th June 2026 Sunday - Day 1 We arrived safely at Grosvenor Hall at 2:15pm on Sunday afternoon, with the children full of excitement as we pulled into the centre. After a quick snack, the group spent some time settling into their rooms and unpacking. We were then given a tour of the site by our PGL leaders, Ollie and Jack, who got things off to a great start by leading the children in a range of fun games. Following dinner, there was a welcome change of plan, as the children were treated to a campfire. It was a fantastic way to end an exciting first day! Monday - Day 2 After a hearty cooked breakfast, everyone was ready for a very active, fun-filled day. The morning saw the first of our groups tackling some of the exciting high rope activities, whilst others worked together in teams to complete an obstacle course. In spite of some rain in the afternoon, the children demonstrated their Hamstel Habits of courage and determination when raft building. The way the groups tackled the very muddy sensory trail showed just how well they are learning to work together as a team. The evening saw the children enjoying sessions of laser tag or archery tag – an exciting way to finish a great day. Tuesday - Day 3 After a good night’s sleep, everyone was full of energy and ready to get stuck into another busy day of activities. The zip wire was a big hit, with children flying along the 100-metre line and loving every minute. The crate challenge was another favourite – a high ropes activity where teamwork was key, as children stacked and climbed crates higher and higher… until they all came crashing down! A quick trip to the shop before dinner gave everyone the chance to grab a small souvenir to remember the trip. Later on, groups swapped activities from the previous evening, finishing the day with either laser tag or archery tag. A brilliant way to end a fun-filled and action-packed day. Wednesday - Day 4 After packing and clearing our rooms before breakfast everyone enjoyed a fantastic last day at PGL. With groups climbing, orienteering and working together to complete the obstacle course everyone had a great time. After a picnic lunch and a chance to say goodbye to our great lead instructors Jack and Ollie, it was time to board the coaches and wave goodbye to PGL for another year. We'll be back in 2027! PGL Residential Trip 2027 Please see letter below for next year's PGL Residential Trip 2027 for year 6: PGL Residential Trip 2027 First Letter - 22.5.26

The internet is a great tool for us all to use; it provides endless opportunities to create, play, communicate and learn. Whilst the internet can be beneficial for children, it is essential that we educate them and ourselves in order to keep safe online. Online Safety The internet is a great tool for us all to use; it provides endless opportunities to create, play, communicate and learn. Whilst the internet can be beneficial for children, it is essential that we educate them and ourselves in order to keep safe online. We hope that you find the resources below helpful; you can also follow our social media channels for regular e-safety advice as technology continues to evolve. CEOP Please click here to visit the CEOP (Child and Exploitation and Online Protection) website if you have concerns over content or communication online. Useful Websites Think U Know Internet matters Childnet NSPCC UK safter Internet Centre Parent Info Parent Zone - The experts in digital family life top-tips-for-safety-on-social-media minecraft-2025 (1) youtube-kids-2025 nintendo-switch-2 roblox-2025 snapchat in-game-chat Instagram using-and-reviewing-parental-controls 1/3 1/1 1/2 1/1 1/1

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Year 5 Letters Home Relationships and Sex Education for Year 5 Children - 5.6.26 Sports Day - 3.6.26 PGL Residential Trip 2027 - 22.5.26 5W Change of Class Teacher - 12.5.26 5S Rescheduled Learning Conversations - 24.4.26 Southend City Council Admissions 2027 - A Short Guide For Parents - 24.4.26 PIRLS NCS Testing on behalf of DfE letter 5L and 5W - 20.3.26 5S Postponed Learning Conversations - 11.3.26 Red Nose Day 2026 - 9.3.26 Summer Term Clubs Letter 2026 11+ and Transition to Secondary School - 2.3.26 Spring Term Learning Conversations - 12.2.26 World Book Day - 4.2.26 Residential Trip to Skreens Park - 2.2.26 Bikeability Spring 2026 - 19.1.26 Ofsted Framework - Letter from CEO Portico Academy Trust - 8.1.26 Spring Term Clubs - 2.12.25 Football Spring Term - 2.12.25 Christmas Production Costumes - 2.12.25 Christmas Discos 2025 - 21.11.25 Year 5 Christmas Production - 21.11.25 Christmas Jumper Day 2025 - 21.11.25 Scholastic Christmas Book Club - 14.11.25 Children In Need 2025 - 4.11.25 Cooking Autumn Term - 24.10.25 Hamstel Schools Pool letter from Portico Academy Trust - 21.10.25 Harvest Celebration - 10.10.25 Ancient Greek Day - 30.9.25 Ancient Greek Day Costume Ideas 30.9.25 Portico Academy Trust Attendance Letter - 26.9.25 Learning Conversations Autumn - 19.9.25 NSPCC Speak Out Stay Safe - 19.9.25 Individual and Sibling Photographs - 17.9.25 Autumn Term Clubs 2025 - 4.9.25 Football at Hamstel Junior School - 4.9.25 NHS Flu Immunisation Guidance - 3.9.25 Flu Immunisation Letter - 3.9.25 Year 5 PG Film letter - 3.9.25 PE Kit Change - 2.9.25 First Day Back - 2.9.25

Year 6 Letters Home Relationships and Sex Education - 12.6.26 Sports Day - 3.6.26 Adventure Week - 8.5.26 Bikeability - 27.3.26 SATs and Mock SATs letter - 27.3.26 Homework Letter - 19.3.26 Red Nose Day 2026 - 9.3.26 Summer Term Clubs Letter 2026 Spring Term Learning Conversations - 12.2.26 Homework Letter - 6.2.26 World Book Day - 4.2.26 Year 6 National Child Measurement Programme - 12.1.26 Ofsted Framework - Letter from CEO Portico Academy Trust - 8.1.26 Homework letter - 11.12.25 Spring Term Clubs - 2.12.25 Service at Holy Trinity Church 6A, 6P and half of 6Du - 21.11.25 Service at Holy Trinity Church 6D, 6E and half of 6Du - 21.11.25 Christmas Discos 2025 - 21.11.25 Christmas Jumper Day 2025 - 21.11.25 Scholastic Christmas Book Club - 14.11.25 Children In Need 2025 - 4.11.25 Hamstel Schools Pool letter from Portico Academy Trust - 21.10.25 Home Work Autumn Term - 21.10.25 Year 6 Bootcamp - Rescheduled - 14.10.25 Harvest Celebration - 10.10.25 Portico Academy Trust Attendance Letter - 26.9.25 Bootcamp - 23.9.25 Learning Conversations Autumn - 19.9.25 NSPCC Speak Out Stay Safe - 19.9.25 Individual and Sibling Photographs - 17.9.25 World War II Day - 5.9.25 World War II Day Costume Ideas - 5.9.25 Autumn Term Clubs 2025 - 4.9.25 Football at Hamstel Junior School - 4.9.25 Duxford Trip - 4.9.25 NHS Flu Immunisation Guidance - 3.9.25 Flu Immunisation Letter - 3.9.25 PE Kit Change - 2.9.25 First Day Back - 2.9.25 PGL Residential Letter 2026 - 23.5.25

If your child has been attending Hamstel Infant School he or she may already know some of our staff. We have links with the Infant School and sometimes the staff meet to discuss common interests e.g. in relation to Special Educational Needs. Transition Transitioning from Infant School to Junior School If your child has been attending Hamstel Infant School he or she may already know some of our staff. We have links with the Infant School and sometimes the staff meet to discuss common interests e.g. in relation to Special Educational Needs. In addition, there are meetings held between year 2 teachers from the infants and year 3 teachers from the Juniors. Children also have the opportunity to visit the school before the summer break to meet their class teacher and spend time in their new classroom. Transitioning from Junior School to Secondary School Secondary School Education The allocation of secondary schools is made during the final year of junior education; a place normally being allocated to each child at their local school. Parents are given information from the Local Authority in how to make an application for a secondary place and, as much as possible, we will support parents in this process. Southend also has selective schools within the city. Secondary School Admissions Click here to read information about the admission criteria, admission process and details of local secondary schools on Southend City Council's website. Key Information Visit the websites of the following schools to find out open day dates and other key information. Belfairs Academy Cecil Jones Academy Chase High School Eastwood Academy (The) The King Edmund School Southchurch High Southend High School for Boys Southend High School for Girls St. Bernard's High School St. Nicholas School St. Thomas More High School Westcliff High School for Boys Westcliff High School for Girls Selective Schools and the 11+ What is the 11+? The 11+ is a series of tests sat by children to gain a place in year 7 at several local schools. The purpose of the 11+ test is to select the children who have the potential to thrive in an environment which provides a highly academic curriculum and a range of challenging pursuits. The Consortium of Selective Schools in Essex The 11+ in Southend-On-Sea is administered by CSSE. Please click here to access their website for the latest information and to register your child for the test. Consultations (Admissions) Heycroft Primary School Consultation Letter 2027/2028 Heycroft Primary School Admissions Arrangements 2027/2028 Greenways Primary School Admissions Consultation 2027/28 St George's Catholic Primary School Admissions Policy 2027/28 Chase High School Letter from Headteacher Admissions Arrangements 2027/2028 Chase High School Admissions Policy 2027/2028 St Bernard's High School Consultation Letter 2027/2028 St Bernard's High School Proposed Admissions Arrangements 2027/2028 Greenways Consultation PAN Variation 2026/2027 Cecil Jones Admissions Criteria 2027/2028 Cecil Jones Admissions Consultation 2027/2028 Bournes Green Infants Consultation 2027/28 Bournes Green Junior Consultation 2027/28 Richmond Consultation 2027/28 Hinguar Consultation 2027/28 Thorpedene Consultation 2027/28 Shoebury High Consultation 2027/28 Consulations (Proposed change to the school day) The King Edmund School Change of Times September 2027

The school follows the National Curriculum which was introduced in September 2014. Children are taught the three core subjects of English, Mathematics and Science. Year 3 Spellings Summer 2 Spelling Patterns and WWNTK Summer 1 Spelling Patterns and WWNTK Spring 2 Spelling Patterns and WWNTK Spring 1 Spelling Patterns and WWNTK Autumn 2 Spelling Patterns and WWNTK Autumn 1 Spelling Patterns and WWNTK 1/1

The school follows the National Curriculum which was introduced in September 2014. Children are taught the three core subjects of English, Mathematics and Science. Year 5 Spellings Summer 2 Spelling Patterns and WWNTK Summer 1 Spelling Patterns and WWNTK Spring 2 Spelling Patterns and WWNTK Spring 1 Spelling Patterns and WWNTK Autumn 2 Spelling Patterns and WWNTK Autumn 1 Spelling Patterns and WWNTK 1/1

Over the year, the children will be taught a broad and balanced curriculum which provides a range of opportunities to support and extend their learning. ​ Year 6 Over the year, the children will be taught a broad and balanced curriculum which provides a range of opportunities to support and extend their learning. More information about the curriculum at Hamstel Junior School can be found under ‘Curriculum’. Meet the team 6Du - Year group leader Mrs Dunn 6A Miss Austin 6E Miss Eldridge 6D Miss Duggans Library Children should have their library books in school every day. 6P Mrs Price 1/1 Year 6 Letters Newsletters Arbor Calendar Lunch Menu PGL Residential Trip Bikeability PE Children should wear their PE kit to school on the days they have PE. Parents will be notified if these days change. Monday - 6A & 6P Tuesday - 6D & 6E Wednesday - 6Du & 6E Thursday - Friday - 6A, 6D, 6Du & 6P Spellings KIRFs Key Dates 2025 - 2026 Year 6 Curriculum Overview * Dates may be liable to change, please use as a guide. Homework Homework expectations for each week Reading - daily reading for approx. 25 minutes - 10 Books to Read in Year 6 Spelling - weekly spelling task - searching the books read at home for words matching the weekly spelling pattern/ learning the list of 'Words We Need to Know' Maths - daily practice of the key skills (KIRFs) as outlined for each half term. Year 6 pupils will be given additional more formal homework in preparation for the SATs and transition to secondary school. TT Rock Stars - Practising your tables regularly will really help you learn them and speed up your recall. Using TT Rock Stars will help you. Aim to practise your tables every day. WWII Day - Potato Cake Recipe Year 6 took part in WWII day on the 19th September which involved many interesting activities nostalgic of this period in time. One of the exercises was to make 'baked potato cakes' which proved very popular amongst the children. As requested by the children, here is the recipe for them to recreate at home. Year 6 Latest News Ainda não há posts publicados nesse idioma Assim que novos posts forem publicados, você poderá vê-los aqui.

View all of our staff that interact with the children. Meet the Staff Senior Team Mrs C. Farrell Headteacher Ms K. Hall Deputy Headteacher Mr T. Goddard Assistant Headteacher for Curriculum Portico Team Mrs C. Woolf CEO of Portico Academy Trust Mr R. Queenborough Director of Teaching & Learning Office Team Miss Martin Office Manager & PA to Headteacher Mrs Colby Admin Assistant Miss Cadman Attendance Officer Teaching staff and their responsibilities Year 3 Mrs Reeves 3R - Year Group Leader Mr Brierley 3B - Science Miss Hendle 3H - DT Mr Hodges and Ms Webster 3HW Ms Lothian 3L - Maths Year 4 Miss Hall 4H - Year Group Leader Miss Bath 4B - PE Ms Dimoglou Tohill 4D - MFL Miss Mountier 4M - History Mr Wallis 4W - RE Mrs Woolf 5 W - Year Group Leader Miss Dobson 5D - PSHE Mr Lynch 5L - Geography Miss Murphy 5Mu - Music Mrs Smale 5S - Reading Miss Austin 6A - Writing Miss Duggans 6D - ECT Induction Tutor Miss Eldridge 6E - PE Mrs Price 6P - PE Year 5 Year 6 Mrs Dunn 6Du - Year Group Leader Part-time Teaching Staff Mr Hodges Computing Mrs Roberts Art Mrs Sims Healthy Schools Mrs King Emerging Reading Mrs Webster Art Trainee Teacher Miss Bennett 3L SEN Teacher Miss Gale SENCo Mr Taylor SEN Teacher ICT Miss Pulham IT Support Library Mrs Pitts School Librarian Inclusion Team Miss Williams Child and Family Support Of ficer Miss Hawes Learning Mentor Mrs Hodgkinson School Counsellor/ Play Therapist Learning Support Assistant Mrs Aspel Mrs Billington Mrs Clapham Mrs Gomes Mrs Kipp Miss Sylvester Mrs Huseyin Mrs Jones Mrs Koen Mrs Saunders Miss Sims Mrs Skone Ms Downing Mrs Kemble Mrs Selfe Mrs Stanford Ms Naylor Reading Assistant Mrs Arnold Ms Hunter Mrs Pitts Ms Bambrook Ms Dhesi Mrs Brown Ms Turner Ms Hudson Mr Johns Daily After School Club Supervisor Mrs Martin Daily After School Club Supervisor Site Staff Mr Palmer Lead Caretaker Mr Johnston Caretaker Ms Nixon Caretaker Midday Assistants Mrs M Martin Lead Midday Assistant Ms Anderson Ms Hudson Ms Roberts Ms Turner Mr Johns

The school follows the National Curriculum which was introduced in September 2014. Children are taught the three core subjects of English, Mathematics and Science. Curriculum The school follows the National Curriculum which was introduced in September 2014. Children are taught the three core subjects of English, Mathematics and Science. They are also taught the foundation subjects: History, Geography, Design and Technology (D & T), Physical Education, Computing, French, Art and Design and Music. Religious Education is also taught through the locally agreed syllabus. These subjects are often approached through topic-based, cross curricular learning which encompasses National Curriculum core and foundation subjects in a relevant and meaningful way. Teaching will involve a variety of styles with great emphasis being placed on the high quality of children’s work. If you have any further questions about the curriculum please feel free to contact the school office and somebody will be more than happy to help. Curriculum Overview Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 6 Subjects Art & Design Computing D & T English French Geography History Maths Music PE PSHE RE Science 1/1 The National Curriculum Click here to read more about the national curriculum on www.gov.uk If you have any further questions about the curriculum please feel free to contact the school office and somebody will be more than happy to help.