Dear Families,
It has certainly been a busy week at SSQ!
As many of you know, we welcomed Ofsted to the school on Tuesday and Wednesday. While we are unable to share the outcome at this stage, it was a lovely opportunity to showcase all of the things that make Surrey Square such a special place to learn and belong. The inspectors spent time speaking with children, staff, governors and families, visiting lessons and learning more about our curriculum and wider provision.
A huge thank you to everyone who completed the parent survey. We received some wonderful comments, many of which we will be sharing with the staff team. Feedback from our families means a great deal to us, and it was lovely to read so many reflections about the positive impact of the school on children and families.
This week has been Refugee Awareness Week. On Monday, we will be holding an assembly to help children understand the experiences of refugees and asylum seekers, and to reflect on how we can show compassion, understanding and welcome to others. Thank you to everyone who has already contributed to the toiletries collection, which will be donated to support asylum seekers in Southwark. This is a wonderful example of our values of community and compassion in action.
Two weeks ago, our Prime Minister and Cabinet officially launched ICESQ – the Surrey Square ice cream stand with the slogan: "Stay Cool, Support School!" Thank you to everyone who has supported this initiative so far. The Cabinet have been hard at work developing their business skills, calculating profits, carrying out stock takes and analysing which products are proving most popular. So far, they have made an incredible £300 profit!
The next stage is for the Cabinet to work with the wider Pupil Parliament to decide how this money should be spent. Ideas already suggested include improved bike and scooter storage, additional playground equipment and even some new astro turf. We are looking forward to seeing democracy in action as the children debate, discuss and decide how to invest the money for the benefit of the school community.
Thank you, as always, for your ongoing support.
Matt
NEXT OPEN MORNING FOR PROSPECTIVE FAMILIES
We have spaces available in our Reception classes for September 2026. If you know of any families new to the area who may be looking for a school place, please do spread the word – we would love to welcome them to our SSQ community. More information can be found here.
Please keep an eye on the community noticeboard below and this information page outlining information from me about various other issues that I can help with.
FI
SUMMER FESTIVAL – SPONSORSHIP NEEDED!
Do you know any potential sponsors for upcoming community festival in collaboration with the Old Kent Road Family Zone? Please email Kelly ([email protected]) or Lea ([email protected]) if you have any ideas or contacts who could help! Thank you!
NEWS – Plant Judging – Thursday 2nd July
The flower judge will be visiting school on Thursday 2nd July to judge the class plants.
Please make sure your plants are looking their best by:
• Watering them regularly
• Removing any dead leaves or flowers
• Keeping pots tidy and weed-free
• Taking good care of them each day
Please bring them to school either the night before or the morning of the 2nd The judge will be arriving at around 10.30 am
Please ensure you bring a drainage saucer or something to go under your plant. Label your plant with your name, age and class.
Good luck everyone – we can’t wait to see your beautiful plants!
NEWS – World Cup Fever in Full Flow!
Years 4-6 are enjoying their world cup tournament during their lunchtimes. Their tournament – organised by Nick, Quentin and Michael – culminates on Friday 17th July with a match between staff and parents also taking place.
If you would like to take part then please email coach Nick: [email protected].
NEWS – Sports Week Sprinting Ever Closer!
We’re looking forward to celebrating Sports Week 2026 in July. Please note the dates and times below. Each session (N-Y3) will run from 9.15-10.30 in the playground. Families up to Year 3 are welcome to come and watch.
Monday 6th July: Year 3
Tuesday 7th July: Year 2
Wednesday 8th July: Reeds for yrs 4-6*
Thursday 9th July: Year 1
Friday 10th July: Reception
Monday 13th July: Nursery
* Years 4-6 will be attending Reeds School so families are unable to attend.
Well done to all our Responsibility Core Value champions from last week
Attendance from last week:
Well done to Year 5 Bellos Class who had 98% 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)
MENU @SSq
Check out what’s on the menu – this week is week 2!
Key Dates for the rest of the academic year
Please note the new date for the SSq Festival which will be in collaboration with the Old Kent Road Family Zone’s Marketplace on Saturday 11th July 2026.
These are subject to change and we will endeavour to inform you of this as soon as possible.
NEWS – Parent Workshops Coming Up
There are still a few sessions left before the end of the school year. See the details below:
Check out all the ongoing Community Notices here.
