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This half term, Cello Class has loved exploring the wonderful world of woodlands! The children have been learning about ...
16/10/2026

This half term, Cello Class has loved exploring the wonderful world of woodlands!

The children have been learning about trees, seeds and leaves, discovering how woodland animals survive, and proudly identifying trees at Harmony Woods. A sunny trip to Alice Holt Forest with Harp Class was a special highlight!

In Art, they created patterns using natural materials. In Maths, they sorted, measured and counted woodland treasures. Phonics focused on reading and communication, while PE brought lots of fun through ball games and badminton. The children also enjoyed making stuffed mushrooms and flapjacks in Cooking, developing their confidence and independence along the way.

In Personal Development, they explored positive qualities and different careers, sharing their own hopes and ambitions for the future.

When asked about their favourite moments, the children agreed that woodland walks and spending time with friends were hard to beat!

Well done, Cello Class, for a fantastic half term full of learning, exploration and happy memories!

This month, we’ll be discussing the changes and practical considerations that come with your child turning 18.Topics may...
15/10/2026

This month, we’ll be discussing the changes and practical considerations that come with your child turning 18.

Topics may include deputyship, Universal Credit, permissions and legal requirements, with parents of current and former FE students sharing their own experiences, helpful advice and tips for navigating the process.

Turning 18 can bring lots of questions, so this will be a friendly, supportive opportunity to chat, share experiences and find out more about planning for the future.

It’s never too early to start thinking ahead, and we look forward to welcoming you!

📅 Makaton Sign of the Week: Today! 📅This week’s sign is today, a useful everyday word for talking about what’s happening...
14/10/2026

📅 Makaton Sign of the Week: Today! 📅

This week’s sign is today, a useful everyday word for talking about what’s happening now, making plans, and sharing our daily activities.

To sign today:

Extend both hands with your palms facing up.
Gesture both hands up and down twice.
Always speak the word clearly while making the sign.

A helpful sign for everyday conversations, routines, and activities. Keep learning and signing together!

Makaton Sign of the Week: Dance! This week’s sign is dance, a fun and energetic word for movement, music, and having fun...
07/10/2026

Makaton Sign of the Week: Dance!

This week’s sign is dance, a fun and energetic word for movement, music, and having fun! 🎶✨

To sign dance:

Hold both hands in front of you with your palms facing down.
Move your hands up and down alternately, as if they are dancing.
Always speak the word clearly while making the sign.

A fun and lively sign that’s perfect for music, movement, and getting everyone involved! Keep learning and signing together! 💬💛

We’re recruiting!We’re looking for some new people to join our team:Driver -Driving our school minibuses to bring pupils...
30/09/2026

We’re recruiting!

We’re looking for some new people to join our team:

Driver -
Driving our school minibuses to bring pupils into school in the morning and take them home in the afternoon. Midas training will be provided.
Monday–Friday | Term-time only | Morning and afternoon runs
Starting January 2027

Transport Assistant -
Working alongside our drivers to support pupils on their journeys to and from school. No formal qualifications are needed, but you’ll need to be comfortable working with children and young people with additional needs.
Monday–Friday | Term-time only | Morning and afternoon runs

You don’t need to have all the answers. We’re looking for people who are kind, reliable, patient, good with people and able to work as part of a team.

We’re proud of our Icknield family, and our motto “Your journey matters” applies to our staff just as much as it does to our pupils.

If you’d like to find out more, or to request an application pack, email Sarah Greenwood at [email protected]

All successful applicants will be subject to the relevant safeguarding and DBS checks.

Come and meet us and see what makes Icknield such a special place to work. 💙

This week’s sign is autumn, a beautiful season of changing leaves, cooler days, and cosy moments.To sign autumn:Hold you...
30/09/2026

This week’s sign is autumn, a beautiful season of changing leaves, cooler days, and cosy moments.

To sign autumn:

Hold your dominant hand open with your fingers spread.

Move your hand downwards in front of you, gently wiggling your fingers as if leaves are falling from a tree.

Always speak the word clearly while making the sign.

A lovely seasonal sign that’s perfect for talking about the changing world around us. Keep learning and signing together!

What a wonderful start to the new school year in Tambourine Class! The children have settled back into school brilliantl...
18/09/2026

What a wonderful start to the new school year in Tambourine Class!

The children have settled back into school brilliantly and have taken the new routines, friends and adults in their stride. It has been lovely to see their confidence growing each day.

This term, our topic is ‘In the Forest’ and we have already been busy exploring through lots of sensory and practical activities. We started with a Bucket Session, exploring woodland animals, leaves and natural objects, and the children have also been enjoying our forest sensory story.

Learning has continued beyond the classroom too! The children enjoyed a trip to Tesco, where they practised their shopping skills, and they have been developing their independence by making delicious sandwiches together.

In RSHE, we have been thinking about what makes a happy and safe class, including being kind, listening to others, having fun and keeping ourselves and our friends safe.

We are so proud of how well the children have settled and can’t wait for more exploring, learning and fun as we continue our journey ‘In the Forest’!

Once again, we are proud to be fundraising for the fantastic Jeans for Genes charity! Tomorrow, Friday 18th September, w...
17/09/2026

Once again, we are proud to be fundraising for the fantastic Jeans for Genes charity!

Tomorrow, Friday 18th September, we would love to see as much denim as possible around school!

We kindly suggest a small donation of £1 to £2 per child, with all money raised going towards this wonderful charity, which is particularly close to our hearts as we have many students here living with genetic conditions.

Would your child prefer to wear their school clothes? That's absolutely fine!

Donations are still very welcome.

Every donation, big or small, can help make a difference. 💙

Thank you for your continued support!

Makaton Sign of the Week: The World! 🌍This week’s sign is the world, a wonderful word for talking about our planet, diff...
16/09/2026

Makaton Sign of the Week: The World! 🌍

This week’s sign is the world, a wonderful word for talking about our planet, different countries, people, and places.

To sign the world:

Hold both hands in front of you with your fingers spread.

Move your hands around in a large circular motion, as if showing the shape of the Earth.

Always speak the words clearly while making the sign.

A brilliant sign for exploring our amazing world and learning about everything in it! Keep learning and signing together!

Parents and carers are warmly invited to join us for our next School Coffee Morning tomorrow at main school.📅 Wednesday ...
15/09/2026

Parents and carers are warmly invited to join us for our next School Coffee Morning tomorrow at main school.

📅 Wednesday 16th September, at 1:30pm

These informal sessions are a great opportunity to meet with other parents and carers, chat with members of the school team, share experiences and ask any questions in a relaxed and friendly setting.

We look forward to seeing you there for a cup of coffee and a catch-up.

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