ℯNEWS MARCH, 13 2026
This week during assembly, the children learned about the importance of good sleep hygiene. They discussed why sleep is essential for their health, well being, and learning, and were able to recognise how good sleep habits help them feel ready for the school day. Mrs Hampton explained that children of primary age should aim for 10–12 hours of sleep each night to support their growth and concentration.
Pupils contributed thoughtfully to the discussion. Luca from Form Five suggested avoiding blue screens before bedtime, while Richard in Form Two recognised that limiting sugary foods in the evening can help promote better sleep. All pupils were highly engaged and shared excellent ideas.
To reinforce their learning, a short questionnaire has been added to the Google Classroom for Forms One to Six. Pupils can complete this to help us see how much they have remembered from the assembly.
Form Four, Five & Six Trip to British Library
Armed with packed lunches, sturdy walking shoes and curious minds, Forms Four, Five and Six headed off to the British Library on Monday. Having travelled by tube, they arrived at King’s Cross Station, adjacent to the British Library. After a leisurely lunch in the sunny Library Piazza, the children were taken in two groups on a Writing Adventure. Each group was guided through the library by the workshop leaders (Ian or Sandra) and encountered particular library treasures and curios. They saw The King’s Library Tower, where to their delight, they witnessed the rare event of the bookshelves moving, as though on the command of a magician. Among the other treasures viewed were the giant Klencke Atlas, Magna Carta and wall murals depicting a medley of book and history characters. These, in harmony, provided the inspiration for stories, which the children planned and wrote for the last part of the sessions. They returned to school, their heads swimming with creative ideas and, hopefully, a plan to visit a local public library in the near future.
Form Two Healthy Eating
As part of their Jigsaw PSHE lesson this week, the children had to make a healthy snack and taste test it! They chose to make a fresh fruit and vegetable salad. They enjoyed chopping up all the vegetables and fruits, from fresh watermelon, sweet peppers, strawberries and avocado! Once they were happy with their salads, they tasted them! Some children felt they had done such a great job that they wanted to take some home to mummy and daddy as a special healthy treat! They made excellent chefs, cleaning up after themselves too!
Government Online Safety Campaign
The Government has set up a new website with information for parents on how to keep your child safe online.
There is lots of great advice, and it is worth checking out whether you have a young child, one at Primary school or teenagers.
You can access it at: Kidsonlinesafety.campaign.gov.uk
Upcoming
Form Three Trip to British Museum - Tuesday 17 March
Packed lunch in hand, Form Three will visiting the British Museum next Tuesday. They will be exploring the Ancient Britain galleries and the objects of Sutton Hoo, using augmented reality technology to develop historical inquiry skills and engage with the past in exciting and innovative ways. In this activity, the children will learn about the Sutton Hoo burial and what the objects found within can tell us about Anglo-Saxon society and culture.
Easter Egg Collection - St John’s Hospice
As part of our ongoing charitable work with the local community and the Marble Arch Partnership, we are once again collecting donations of Easter eggs for St John’s Hospice. If you would like to contribute, please send an Easter egg in with your child on Wednesday, 18 or Thursday, 19 March. These will then be delivered to the hospice on Friday, 20 March.
This small act of kindness brings great joy to the recipients and serves as a valuable opportunity for our pupils to develop empathy and an awareness of those in need. Thank you for your generosity and support.
Form One Open Dance - Wednesday 18 March
Form One pupils will showcase all that they have learnt with Miss Ellie this term for parents to see on Wednesday, 18 March at Sylvia Young School.
Open Day - Friday 27 March
The annual Open Day is always a highlight at CHS, and this year it will take place on the last day of term, Friday, 27 March. All family members are welcome to visit during the course of the morning accompanied by their child who will show them their work and introduce them to the rest of the school staff. They will then finish for the Easter holidays.
An invitation with a link to book your entry time slot will be sent to you early next week to enable us to manage the flow of entry, Families are welcome to stay until the end of the Open Morning at 11.30 am. The staff will then be preparing for the Open Afternoon, where prospective parents will visit, and the Form Six children will act as ambassadors for the school. We look forward to welcoming you on the morning of Friday, 27 March.
House Points
Clifton = 1568 Sussex = 1463
Artwork of the week
Lara in Form Six, for fantastic work inspired by Geodes. Brilliant use of paint techniques and an excellent start with circular weaving. Well done Lara!
Upcoming Dates for Your Diary
March
Wednesday 18th Form One Open Dance - (Parent event)
Wednesday 18th and 19th Easter Egg collection for St John’s Hospice
Friday 27th OPEN DAY - Parent in school event in the morning (no school in the afternoon, no after school clubs)
Friday 27th END OF TERM
April
Tuesday 21st - First day of Summer term
Thursday 30th - Virtual Coffee Morning for F4 & F5: 11 plus with Mrs Hampton
May
Monday 4th - BANK HOLIDAY School closed
Tuesday 5th - J1 and F1 Trip to The Postal Museum
