Dear Families,
We are now into the final two weeks of this half term, and as always, so much has been happening at Surrey Square!
Over the last two weeks, children have been showing great perseverance as they completed their assessments in reading, writing, and maths—we are so proud of their effort and focus.
Last Friday, our Surrey Square Shakespeare Company took to the stage at The Source in Stratford, performing Twelfth Night as part of the Shakespeare Schools Festival. They were absolutely incredible—they truly shone on stage, and the audience loved it! We received so much positive feedback about their performance. A huge thank you to all the parents, carers, and staff who came along to support them. A special shoutout to Netra and Debbie for supporting the children on the day, and to Chris, who gave up so much time to make it happen. I had the pleasure of being involved in directing alongside him and it was an absolute joy!
A big thank you to everyone who wore a splash of red on Friday and donated for Comic Relief. The generous amount we raised will go towards supporting charities that help others—such a brilliant example of our school value of community.
Continuing the theme of community – On Friday, we welcomed Nabhi Das to our assemblies, who shared about the recent Hindu festival of Holi—what it means to Hindus and how they celebrate. It was fascinating to see the bright coloured powders used in the celebrations and to reflect on the similarities with other religious festivals.
A reminder that next Wednesday (2nd April) is Night at the Museum!
This exciting annual event will start at 5pm, and you can arrive any time between 5pm and 6:30pm to explore the "museum"—you don’t have to be here at 5pm! We’re looking forward to seeing all the fantastic learning from Early Years and the History projects from Years 1-6. Children will go home as normal at 3:30pm and return with an adult at 5pm—please note that unaccompanied children will not be allowed in.
Looking forward to another great week at Ssq!
Matt
I am available in school from Monday to Wednesday – do get in touch ([email protected]) if you have any questions in the meantime.
The Walworth Living Room (opposite SSq is reopening during the Easter holidays) take a look at the flyers below for more information on the services they provide.
Our partners Burgess Sports are offering a wide range of activities this Easter Holiday
Click here to sign up to a wonderful opportunity for adults aged 18-25 who would be interested in floristry.
Keep an eye on my information page outlining advice from me about various issues that may concern you plus many opportunities that are available to you and your family here in Southwark.
Maths Mastery Resources for KS1 Families
Here is the presentation from Fiona – our maths lead – for anyone who couldn’t make it last week. There are also resources in the office for anyone who would like them.
Science Update
Marcia has ordered the seeds and they will be delivered to children who have signed up for the Summer Flower Competition.
OKRFZ – THIS SATURDAY – FREE – HERE AT SSq!
After School Clubs Update
Spring Term is coming to an end & so are Spring term 4:30pm clubs. These finish on Thursday 3rd April – the day before school breaks up for the holidays.
Look out for an email this week with information about Summer term clubs and the link to sign up for them.
Summer term 4:30pm clubs will be starting on the 1st day back next term (Tuesday 22nd April)
Remember, you child’s doesn’t automatically get a place in next term’s 4:30pm clubs; you have to sign them up again.
LAST WEEKEND TO GET YOUR HOMEWORK SUBMITTED
Key Dates for the rest of the year
Please see our updated Key Dates summary for the rest of 2025
Look out for all the OKRFZ dates including an extra one in May!
Attendance
Well done Year 3 Yee Class who had 98.2% attendance last week. Keep it up folks!
Please contact us daily if your child is off ill or for another reason.
Email [email protected] or phone 0207 7033049 (option 1)
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Week beginning 21st April (After Easter Holiday)
Latest Community News
Check out this amazing opportunity for children to learn an instrument outside of school.
Check out this amazing opportunity for girls from UDA.
Easter Holiday Opportunities
Last few days to make a difference for the children at Ssq!
By simply shopping at a local Tesco and voting using their blue token system you can make a difference at SSq and help Edible Rotherhithe who provide so many amazing opportunities for our young gardeners. They have the chance to get more funding to help teach pupils how to prepare a healthy salad using ingredients grown in our outdoor polytunnel. You can vote until the end of March in these stores: Old Kent Road, The Cut, London Bridge High St, Blackfriars Circus, Tabard Square Tower Bridge Rd, Borough Rd, Gt Suffolk St, Tooley Street or Borough New Kt Rd.
