We thought we would let you know how the Friends of Kender (PTA) are getting on with the items our children kindly brought in for Children in Need.

The Christmas Hampers are coming along nicely!

Next Friday is Children in Need. We are launching a collection for our annual Christmas Hampers. Next Friday we are asking children to dress up in yellow or spots.

In return for dressing up we ask each child to bring an item for one of our hampers. This could be:

a tin or packet of food ie pasta, a tin of soup, a sauce in a jar

chocolates or sweets

drinks ie soft drinks, juices, alcoholic drinks

bathroom items ie shower gel, hand wash, body lotion

a small toy or gift item

In general please send your child in with an item that you think you would like to receive a start of a hamper. All items should be unopened and be in good condition.

Thank you all so much for your continued support and co-operation this term. It has been really challenging to ensure all of our arrangements for keeping children in school have worked effectively. So far so good. No cases in school and no year groups have had to close; we aim for this to continue next half-term too.

Our first Open Evening will be held on Wednesday, 21 October 2020 from 4pm to 7pm. Unfortunately, we can only offer 1 person per child to come in due to the current situation with Covid-19, which means five adults in total for each open session.

Please choose one of the slots below:

4pm - 4.40pm

4.45 to 5.20pm

5.25 – 6.05pm

6.10pm - 6.45pm

Prompt attendance is paramount. You will need to arrive on time for each session and will need to wait outside the main entrance until you are escorted into the building at your allocated time. You will also be asked to wear a mask.

If one of the slots above is suitable for you, please email info@kender.lewishm.school.uk or use the email provided on our newsletter; you should include your child's full name and date of birth so we can secure your place for the 21st. At the Open Evening there will be a chance to meet the Headteacher, School Business Manager, Deputy Headteacher and Early Years Lead; you will be able to meet each one in a separate room ensuring there are only even six adult in one space at a time.

In the event of a bubble having to close due to COVID-19 we will ensure the continuity of learning for your children. The children in Year 1 - 6 will take their packs home which will include school resources such as an iPad, charger and reading books. 

    Headteachers Video for Secondary Transfer

Here is a short video explaining the process of applying for places at Secondary Schools. There is also a PDF below of key dates and information on Secondary Transfer.

The Local Authority are providing support for parents of children in Year 6. You should have received a copy of the Bright Futures brochure - one for each Year 6 pupil. 

There is a digital version available to download on the Lewisham website - please use this link to access this version.

Also, the Admissions team at Lewisham are planning a webinar within the next month. This will be an explanation of the application process and a Q&A session. As son as we have further details we will share these with you.