Stella Maris Catholic Primary School

🧠 Mental Health Matters at ! Access Young Minds resources for your child's wellbeing.

Visit: https://www.youngminds.org.uk/parent/

Safeguarding at : Strong leadership, robust policies, staff training, and community partnership.

More info: https://www.stellamaris.kent.sch.uk/safeguarding/

☀️ Wishing All our Families a Joyful Summer! ☀️

Now the school year has finished and the summer sunshine rolls in, we want to wish all parents, carers, and children a restful, joy-filled, and adventure-packed summer holiday! 🌈📚🪁

Need some inspiration for keeping young minds and hands busy? 🎒🎨🌳
Here's a few ideas right on your doorstep:

🔗 Explore Summer in Kent – from seaside spots to family-friendly festivals:
👉 https://bit.ly/44LqKfu

🌿 Get outdoors with Kent Country Parks – packed with events and nature-based activities for children of all ages:
👉 https://bit.ly/4lKFXTW

However you choose to spend it, we hope your summer is full of laughter, sunshine, and special memories. 🌞💛

As we reach the end of another school year, we want to say a heartfelt goodbye and good luck to our wonderful Year 6 pupils. 💫 You've made us so proud, and we know you'll continue to shine as you begin your next exciting chapter in secondary school. 🌟

To all our families, children, and staff – thank you for an incredible year. Wishing you a happy, safe, and restful summer break. ☀️🌈

See you in September! 💛

🌕 Today marks the anniversary of the historic moon landings! 🚀
In 1969, humans set foot on the moon for the first time—a giant leap for mankind that continues to inspire new generations of explorers and scientists.

Did you know that Tim Peake became the first British astronaut to visit the International Space Station in 2015? 🇬🇧👨‍🚀

Explore more about space and the moon landing:
👉 https://bbc.in/4nJAH4e

The Moon – KS2 Science curriculum - BBC Bitesize Learn all about the Moon with these interactive learning resources for KS2 Science students aged 7-11 from BBC Bitesize.

🌟 Stella Maris: Integrating learning with faith.
Mission: Building God's kingdom through learning, playing, and friendship.
More: https://www.stellamaris.kent.sch.uk/school-values-1/

🌿 The Summer Reading Challenge is back!
From Saturday 5 July to Saturday 6 September in Kent Libraries, children aged 4–11 are invited to join this year’s Story Garden – Adventures in Nature & the Great Outdoors challenge. 🌸

✅ It’s free and open to everyone.
📖 Find any Kent library or mobile stop to sign up and start reading. Each child gets a reading folder, plus:
• 2 books = bookmark
• 4 books = packet of seeds
• 6 books = medal & certificate!

Not a library member? No problem! Sign up online with The Reading Agency to take part virtually — unlock digital rewards and still collect your medal in person!

🎨 Free family events await too: storytelling, crafts, STEM, gardening and the Paper Beehive workshop. A blooming way to inspire a love of reading and nature all summer long! Find them here 👉 https://bit.ly/44UncX8

📚 Discover more and sign up via your local Kent library or head to the official Summer Reading Challenge website. Let the adventure grow! 🌱

Ensure your child's nutrition with free school meals at . Benefits include holiday support & vouchers.
Apply here: www.gov.uk/apply-free-school-meals

🕊️ Forgiveness Day is a special time to think about saying “I’m sorry” and “I forgive you.”

We learn that forgiving someone isn’t always easy – but it helps us feel better, grow stronger friendships, and show kindness to others. 💛

Why not take a moment today to think about what forgiveness means? A kind word or a simple “let’s start again” can make a big difference. 🌈

🌟 Explore educational resources & support for your child at Stella Maris. From free meals to learning tools, find it on our site.
Visit: https://www.stellamaris.kent.sch.uk/