The Week Ahead 11th May 2025

Dear Glebe Families,       

A week of sunny weather really makes a positive difference, doesn't it?  The school celebrated VE Day in the sunshine which was fabulous.  If you have not yet seen the video from the day, click here: https://www.glebe.harrow.sch.uk/WholeSchoolEvents/   

Also, here’s a little something we noticed… 

While chatting about VE Day and the idea of being evacuated during the war, we were surprised by how many children don’t know their own address or postcode! It took us right back to when we were children, learning our home phone number by heart – a rite of passage back then! 

But in today’s digital world of saved contacts and smart devices, it seems many of our children haven’t picked that up. So why not have a family chat about your home address and an emergency contact number? It’s one of those handy life skills we hope they never need in a crisis – but it’s so important that they do know it, just in case! 

Lots going on at Glebe so we want to keep reminding you!  This week we have SEVEN reminders (not the usual five)!

SEVEN REMINDERS FOR THE WEEK AHEAD:

1. FRIDAY 16TH MAY  NON UNIFORM DAY FOR A £1 DONATION

This FRIDAY will be a non-uniform day to raise money towards funding our in-school mental health support work.  In these times of tight budgets, the extra things we do are not sustainable, so all we can do as a community to help is appreciated.  We ask for a £1 donation towards “The Space” counselling service, the work of Lucy, whom your children all know.  Thanks for your support in advance.  

2. OUR GLEBE PTFA SUMMER FESTIVAL – SATURDAY 12TH JULY 11am-2pm

We are excited to bring a Summer Festival to our Glebe community and the local area, but we desperately need volunteers and donations to make it a success. If you can help with time or food donations or if you work for a company that can donate a raffle prize, we would love to hear from you! A PING was sent on Friday with the details for signing up! 

3. BIRTHDAY GIFTS FOR THE CLASS

Bringing in a gift on your child's birthday is such a kind gesture! This is a reminder that we have a number of children with nut allergies who only have halal products. To reduce risks, we asked families to donate a book for the class to share rather than sweets and chocolates/party bags. If you could support this, it would be appreciated. 

4. GLEBE'S GOT TALENT (GGT)

Hopefully, your children have told you about this!  We are holding our own "GLEBE'S GOT TALENT" competition!  Every child can participate if they wish to share their talent! 

The process will be:
CLASS HEATS - each class will choose their winner (19th and 20th May)
YEAR GROUP SEMI FINALS - each year group will choose a year group winner (22nd May) 
WHOLE SCHOOL FINALS - a GGT Panel will pick their winning act (6th June)

ALL the finalists will perform at our SUMMER FESTIVAL on Saturday 12th July!

5. LOST PROPERTY - IT WANTS TO BE WANTED AGAIN!

We are displaying unnamed jumpers, coats, hats, lunch bags and water bottles, in the playground at the end of each day.  It is in the middle of the playground by the white doors and Miss Patel and Miss Esmond will be there.  Please check it with your child.  We had 18 unnamed coats on Friday!!!

6. PINGS LAST WEEK WHICH YOU NEED TO ACTION/BE AWARE OF:

ALL: VE DAY LOOK-BACK; OUR SUMMER FESTIVAL – we need our community’s help! 

RECEPTION: Form Reminder: Reception Educational Visit to Hertfordshire Zoo 

YEAR 1: Form Reminder: Year 1 Educational Visit to Hertfordshire Zoo 

YEAR 3: Form Reminder: Year 3 Educational Visit to British Museum 

YEAR 4: No Swimming Lessons Next Week 

YEAR 6: Y6 SATS Breakfast Week, Final Week of Year 6 Booster Sessions, Form Reminder: Matilda The Musical  

7. CALENDAR DATES  

As always, keep an eye on the school PING calendar and attached are the next 2 weeks! 

PLEASE CHECK THE CALENDAR IN YOUR APP EACH WEEK! 

 Things coming up this week include:    

MON: Y6 SATS WEEK inc Y6 breakfast from 8.15am 

TUE: Y6 SATS WEEK inc Y6 breakfast from 8.15am 

WED: Y6 SATS WEEK inc Y6 breakfast from 8.15am 

THU: Y6 SATS WEEK inc Y6 breakfast from 8.15am 

FRI: Non-uniform day for everyone (£1 donation) 

Week ahead weather:        

This warm, settled, sunny weather is forecast to last right into the following week! Remember to keep your child sun-safe:
- wear a sun hat (named)

- wear a thick layer of SPF50 sun lotion

- water bottle everyday

LUCY "The Space” Family Support Idea for the Week:    

Developing Friendship Skills 

School is the place where children learn to navigate the world of friendships. At this age, alliances often shift and change. Learning to make friends and get along with peers can cause some distress to most children.  

How can parents help? 

It is important to listen to your child’s experiences with peer challenges. Instead of telling them what to do, help them problem-solve, and also to clarify and understand their feelings. It is always best to stay away from taking sides with either child- offer empathy for all of your child’s feelings and also reflect together on how their peer might be feeling. Coach your child to stand up for themselves using their words and help them learn to express their needs rather than attacking their friend. It is helpful to practice this together!  Remind them that 'The Space' is available at school if they want to talk to Lucy. 

Lucy Cohen, Therapeutic Lead, Schools Counselling Partnership 

Email: lucy@schoolscounsellingpartnership.co.uk 

Tel: 07469 705 850 

Glebe Primary School every Tuesday 

On the horizon...      

Thursday 8th May: VE Day non-uniform 

12th-15th May: Y6 SATS Week & Y6 come in early for SATS breakfast 

From 19th May: Children in “Glebe’s Got Talent” (details to come) 

Friday 23rd May: Last day of half term finishing usual time from 3.10pm 

Sat 24th May-Mon 2nd June Half Term: including Monday 2nd June Staff Development Day - closed to children 

Tuesday 3rd June: Children back in school

HOME/SCHOOL Communication reminders:   
1. Learning/behaviour queries to class teachers   
2. Email office@glebe.harrow.sch.uk if anything needs more support, and they will direct it to the right person   
3. Please do not approach each other or the children if there is a concern – speak to Glebe staff first         

Remember, everything on our website can be translated into different languages: www.glebe.harrow.sch.uk/   

Enjoy the rest of your weekend!     

Sash Hamidi        

Headteacher        

Glebe Primary School...       

"Making a Positive Difference Together"