Mead Primary School

The year 6 children have arrived safely and are enjoying themselves.

Amazing Awards!

Attendance Awards

A huge well done to the following classes who have all achieved 95% and above. New Zealand, Fiji, Kenya, Madagascar, Morocco, Northern Ireland, England, Italy, England, Greece, Germany, Spain, USA, Brazil and Canada. As you can see lots of classes have had an excellent week for attendance. With the final week of term next week please continue to ensure your child attends school. There are lots of exciting things in store for the children and it would be a shame if they miss out on all the fun!

15 Books Certificates
Bronze (5 books) - Oscar, Noor, Leo, Teddy N, Kevin, Re’niyah, Jamarb and Luke (New Zealand) Thomas and Ishaq (Palau),
Silver (10 books) - Emma, Teddy G, Robbie, Samuel, Ruby, Elsie, Rois, Kevin, Ozil, Lukas, Neel, Harry, James, Gabriela and Albie(New Zealand), Rose, Lilith (Fjij)
Gold (15 books) - Caitlin, Harry and Gabriela (New Zealand), Gracie-May, Maaz, Reggie, Harley, Thomas, Holly, Maxim, Theo (Fiji), Carter, Yani, Aahil (Palau)

Star Writer Certificates
These children have excelled with their writing this week. Well done to Kevin (England), Re’niyah (New Zealand), Maaru (Greece), Zofia (Germany), Reggie (Fiji), Chelsea (Wales), Hazel (St Lucia), Antonio (Brazil), Mayra (Northern Ireland), Eve A, Jessiah, JJ and Nifemi (Morocco) Lucas (Jamaica), Isha (Scotland), Gloria (Mexico), Evie B, Preston (Kenya), Artem (Palau), Lexi (Canada), William (Egypt), D’E’Ja (Italy), Blu (Antigua), Carter (India), Milena (Spain), Daniel (Madagascar) William (USA)

Star Reader Certificates
These children have worked really hard on their reading this week. Well done to Amy (England), Oscar (New Zealand), Nathan (Greece), Zofia (Germany), Savannah (Fiji), Ella (Wales), Lucas (St Lucia), Leya (Brazil), Emily (Northern Ireland), Aiza (Morocco) Nina (Jamaica), Harry (Scotland), Karma (Palau), Lucille (Mexico), Briana, Cory, Nellie (Kenya), Sidrah (Canada), Dennis (Egypt), Mahir (Italy), Sarajane (Antigua), Teddy (India), Vinnie (Spain), Flourish (Madagascar) Andrew (USA)

Star Mathematician Certificates
These children have enjoyed a fantastic week with their maths. Well done to Ellie (England), Kevin (New Zealand), Emaan (Greece), Nathan (Germany), Maaz (Fiji), Mujeeb (Wales), Inaya (St Lucia), Constantine (Brazil), Monelen (Northern Ireland),PJ,Atanas, Alessia and Princess (Morocco) Leo (Jamaica), JJ (Scotland),
Kevin (Mexico), Teddy, Olivia, Rishi (Kenya), Lenny (Canada), Elhan (Palau), Sebastian (Egypt), Olivia (Italy), Andreea (Antigua), Gracelyn (India), Reggie (Spain), Aria (Madagascar) Ella (USA)

Achievement Certificates
These children have earned 20 Achievement points and are on their way to the Mead Roll of honour: Rayan A, Kavi Adriana, Ella (Spain), Olivia (Greece), Theo, Vivaan, Harley (Fiji), Phoebe (Wales), Neel, Rois, James, Gabriela, Lukas, Jamarb, Luke, Shay Shay, Ava, Kevin, Robbie and Noor (New Zealand), April and Emily (Northern Ireland), Alessia (Morocco), Varnika, Nikole and Liyana-Mae, Abdullah, Preston, Oscar, Evie B (Kenya), Scarlett-May (Palau) Kevin (Mexico), Rubi (Mexico) Zuzanna, Domas, Ignacy, Johnny Gracie (USA)

Mathletics Awards

Bronze certificate
Mayra (Northern Ireland), Roman (Canada) Charlotte (Germany), Amirah, Adriana (Spain)
Silver certificate
Milena (Spain)
Gold Certificate
Harry (New Zealand), Heavenly (Wales), Chloe (Scotland)
Platinum Certificate
Max (Wales), Grace (Canada) , Aayan (Spain)
Emerald Certificate
Nancy (Northern Ireland), Enki (Scotland)
Diamond Certificate
Sebastian (New Zealand), Maaz (Fiji), Alicia (Wales), Sydney (Northern Ireland), Sid (Scotland), Leo (Canada)
Epic Certificate
Jake (England), Jamarb (New Zealand), Azrah & Ethan (Wales), Katy (Scotland), Leo (Canada)
Legend Certificate
Olivia, Lilly (England), Luke and Emma Sebastian (New Zealand), Jaxson-Bridge (Fiji) Sofia P, Elhan, Aahil, Artem (Palau)
Cool Legend
Amy (England), Thomas (Fiji), Amy, Ustym (Canada)
Super Legend
Georgia (Fiji)
Mythic Legend
Maxim, Vivaan (Fiji), Albert (Wales)
Diamond Legend
Stefan (England), Adrian (Palau),

Golden Certificate
Congratulations to these children who have been awarded a Golden Certificate as they have made exceptionally good choices linked to The Mead Creed. These certificates are not easy to get so very well done to this week’s winners!

St Lucia (YR)
Mirko

Antigua (YR)
Vladimir

Jamaica (YR)
Harper

New Zealand (Y1)
Gabriela

Palau (Y1)

Fiji (Y1)
Harley

Madagascar (Y2)
Whole class and Vinnie

Morocco (Y2)
Whole class

Kenya (Y2)
Teddy, Ezra, Whole Class

Egypt (Y2)
Whole Class and Eman

Scotland (Y3)
Nikole

Wales (Y3)
JJ

Northern Ireland (Y3)
Malachi

England (Y3)
Mitakshi

Italy (Y4)
Amelia

Greece (Y4)
Charlie

Spain (Y4)
Nubian- Reign

Germany (Y4)
Amelia

Brazil (Y5)
Haider

Canada (Y5)
Angelo

Mexico (Y5)
Leona

USA (Y5)
USA Class

China (Y6)
China Class

Malaysia (Y6)
Keeley, Paulina & Kaden

India (Y6)
India

Weekly Newsletter
Friday 11th July 2025
Dear Parents and Carers,

As we enter the final week of the 24–25 academic year, it’s a moment to reflect on what has been a truly incredible year at Mead. Our children have made fantastic progress, overcome challenges, and embraced every opportunity to grow, both personally and academically.

One of the standout highlights for me has been the many moments we’ve shared together as a school community. Whether it’s been sports events, parent workshops, performances, or whole-school celebrations, these moments have truly captured what makes Mead so special.

Your ongoing support has been unwavering, and we can’t thank you enough. In school, we often use the phrase: “Together we can!”—and this absolutely includes you. Everything we’ve achieved this year has been made possible through your partnership and encouragement.

We’re looking forward to seeing many of you at our Farewell Picnic on Friday 18th July, please refer to the letter from Mrs Wagstaff for more details.

Children may continue wearing PE kit for the remainder of the term and we are gratefully accepting donations of good-quality school uniform.

📅 Key Dates:
Last day of term: Friday 18th July
Return to school: Wednesday 3rd September
And in true Mead style… keep an eye out next week for something special. Our end of year staff video will be shared in place of the newsletter to celebrate another amazing year together!
Wishing you all a safe, restful, and joyful summer break.

Together we can! 💚
Kindest regards,

Ms A Holmes
Headteacher

Important Information

Goodbyes and New Beginnings

As we reach the end of the school year, we are also saying goodbye to three valued members of staff who have each made a meaningful contribution to life at Mead.

Miss Bergasse, our Maths Lead and Year 5 Year Group Leader will be stepping away from Mead at the end of this term to explore new opportunities and take time for personal development. She has been an inspiring leader, a committed teacher, and a much-loved member of our team. While she’ll be greatly missed, this is not necessarily goodbye forever and we hope to welcome her back in the future.

Miss Burt-Davis, who has supported pupils both in the ARP and across mainstream classes, will also be moving on to a new school. She has played a key role in nurturing and supporting so many children across the school and has brought warmth and dedication to every role she has undertaken.

Mrs Bernardes will be leaving us to take an exciting next step in her career. Following further training, she has secured a new opportunity at another school where she will continue to develop and grow professionally. Her calm, caring approach and unwavering support for her pupils will be greatly missed.
We thank each of them for their dedication, care and hard work, and we wish them all the very best in their next chapters. Once a part of Mead, always a part of Mead. 💚

Reports and Open Evening – Report Follow-Up
Children will be bringing home their end-of-year reports today. Please take time to read through them together and celebrate their successes and hard work. They’ve truly earned it. A reminder that our Open Evening will take place on Monday between 3pm and 4pm. This is an opportunity for parents and carers to speak with teachers about their child’s end-of-year report. No appointments are necessary, please drop in during the hour if you would like to discuss your child’s progress.

Mobile Phones – School Policy Reminder
Mobile phones should not be brought into school unless a signed mobile phone agreement is already in place. These agreements are only available to children who walk to and from school independently. Any phones brought in without permission will be held securely and returned to a parent or carer.

AirTags & Tracking Devices – Important Reminder
A reminder that tracking devices such as Apple AirTags are not permitted in school or on school trips.

While we understand that families may wish to feel reassured about their child’s safety, these devices raise serious safeguarding, privacy, and security concerns.

Key concerns include:
Privacy risks, including tracking without a child’s informed consent
Location sharing, which could endanger children—especially those with specific safeguarding needs
Disruption to school trip management and protocols

We encourage parents to trust in our robust safeguarding systems. If you have specific concerns about your child’s safety, please speak with a member of staff in advance.
Full guidance is available on the school website.

Labubu Dolls – Not Permitted in School
Please note that Labubu dolls and similar soft toys are not allowed in school. These items can cause distraction during learning time and are not appropriate for the school setting. We appreciate your support in keeping toys at home.

Support for Parents and Carers

Mental Health Support
If you would like information on how to support your mental health and your child’s mental health, please see the website below which contains useful resources: https://www.place2be.org.uk/our-services/parents-and-carers/

Amazing Awards!

Attendance Awards
A huge well done to the following classes who have all achieved 95% and above. Kenya, Northern Ireland, Wales, Italy, Mexico, USA, Canada and Malaysia.
Our overall class winners this week were Northern Ireland with an impressive 99.2%! Once again they can come to school on Monday in Non School Uniform. Let's keep it up and see all of our children in school for the last two weeks before our summer break.

15 Books Certificates
Bronze (5 books) -
Silver (10 books) -
Gold (15 books) - Ella, Sofia J (Palau)

Malta Star of the Week
Congratulations to Mason M who has received Malta Star of the Week for starting to use the toilet!

Star Writer Certificates
These children have excelled with their writing this week. Well done to Ellie (England),Aaliyah and Princess (Morocco), Darcy (St Lucia) Ella (USA), Poppy (Canada), Harry (New Zealand) Moksha(Mexico), Mirellie (Antigua), JJ (Wales), Milena (Northern Ireland), Esther (Scotland), Freya (Palau), Haider (Brazil), Jax (Madagascar), Rosie (Kenya), Ivy-Rose (Fiji), Harvey (Italy), Zofia (Germany), Ella (Greece), Nubian- Reign (Spain), Anja (Egypt)

Star Reader Certificates
These children have worked really hard on their reading this week. Well done to Yasmin (England),Ethan (Morocco), Maeve (St Lucia) Lavinia (USA), Maisy (Canada), Robbie (New Zealand) Coby (Mexico), Vinnie (Antigua), Max (Wales), Daniel (Northern Ireland), Enki (Scotland), Arthur (Palau), Bobbie (Brazil), Anas (Madagascar), Angelica, Iyaz, Donatela (Kenya), Rose (Fiji), Ezra (Italy), Ellison (Germany), Maaru (Greece), Kane (Spain), Tamia (Egypt)

Star Mathematician Certificates
These children have enjoyed a fantastic week with their maths. Well done to Jake (England), Tyler and Luna (Morocco), Augustus (St Lucia) Gracie-Anne (USA),, Ustym (Canada), Dulcie (New Zealand)
Lily (Mexico), Robyn (Antigua), Tereza (Wales), Matas (Northern Ireland), Logan (Scotland), Artem (Palau), Jason (Brazil), Flora (Madagascar), Thomas (Fiji), Preston, Evie B (Kenya), Elena (Italy), Domas (Germany),Charlie (Greece), Dennie (Spain), Isla and Ella (Egypt)

Achievement Certificates
These children have earned 20 Achievement points and are on their way to the Mead Roll of honour: Tyler and Denizhan (Morocco) Kelvin (USA), Roman and Maisy (Canada), JJ, Ruby,Heavenly, Azrah, David, Dylan De, Alicia, Mujeeb, Tillie, Aleena, Chloe, Iulian & Albert (Wales), Siyaa and Lucian (Northern Ireland), Sid and Kian (Scotland), Esmae, Eleanor, Sofia P (Palau), Kaisan, Maaz, Gracie-May, Kaine (Fiji), Stefan (Kenya),

Mathletics Awards

Silver certificate
Faith, Milena, Zion-Elijah, Sophie (Spain)
Gold Certificate
Mikel (USA), Chloe (Scotland), Kaiyan (Fiji), Mahir, Faith, Kane, Lenny (Spain), Heavenly (Wales)
Platinum Certificate
Malakai (USA), Isha (Scotland), Aayan (Spain), Max (Wales)
Emerald Certificate
Enki (Scotland), Sai, Victoria (Spain), David (Wales)
Diamond Certificate
Sydney (Northern Ireland), Yasmin (England), Sid (Scotland), Maaz (Fiji), Elena (Italy), Jacob, Mahir (Spain)
Epic Certificate
Jamarb (New Zealand), Jake (England), Katy (Scotland), Sofia P (Palau), Jaxson-Bridge (Fiji), Domas (Germany), Tadei (Italy), Azrah & Ethan (Wales)
Legend Certificate
Luke and Emma (New Zealand) Nuhaa (Mexico), Amy, Lily and Olivia (England), Milena (Scotland), Thomas, Georgia (Fiji) Elhan, Aahil, Artem, Nathan (Greece), Ahmet, Lenny (Italy)
Cool Legend
Akhila, Sara (Italy), Rayan A (Spain)
Super Legend
Stefan (England), Adrian (Palau), Akhila (Italy), Rayan A (Spain)
Diamond Legend
Vivaan, Maxim (Fiji), Albert (Wales)
Epic Legend
Aum, Amber, Isla (USA)
Ultimate Legend
Sebastian (Greece)

June Year 4 Times Table Rock Star Awards
Headliner
Harvey, Sophia (Italy)
Support Act
Ella (Spain)
Rock Hero
Lenny (Italy), Sohie (Spain)
Rock Legend
Zach (Germany), Ruby M, Lillie W (Italy), Reggie, Nubian-Reign (Spain)
Rock Star
Henry (Greece), Jack (Italy), Emma (Spain)
Gone Green
David (Greece), Delia (Italy), Vinnie & Blessing (Spain)

Well done to Spain class for winning the June Year 4 Battle. The top three scorers in each class were; Faith, Sophie & Oscar (Spain),Zach, Ollie & Emilia (Germany), Maaru, Ruby & Callum (Greece), Roens,Lenny & Gabriel (Italy)

Golden Certificate
Congratulations to these children who have been awarded a Golden Certificate as they have made exceptionally good choices linked to The Mead Creed. These certificates are not easy to get so very well done to this week’s winners!

St Lucia (YR)
Ella-Rose

Antigua (YR)
Jessica

Jamaica (YR)

New Zealand (Y1)
Leo

Palau (Y1)
Aren

Fiji (Y1)
Fiji Class

Madagascar (Y2)
Whole class

Morocco (Y2)
Alessia

Kenya (Y2)
Oscar

Egypt (Y2)
Leo

Scotland (Y3)
Rayne

Wales (Y3)
Heavenly

Northern Ireland (Y3)
Sara and Talula

England (Y3)
Kevin

Italy (Y4)
Akhila

Greece (Y4)
Yoyin

Spain (Y4)
Lenny

Germany (Y4)
Eva

Brazil (Y5)
Visha

Canada (Y5)
Canada Class

Mexico (Y5)
Biddy

USA (Y5)
Ignacy

Weekly Newsletter
Friday 4th July 2025
Dear Parents and Carers,
What a busy and brilliant week it’s been!

Thank you to all parents and carers for your understanding and support with the optional early collection on Tuesday due to the hot weather. Your cooperation helped us manage the day safely and smoothly, and we really appreciate it.

A huge well done to our Year 6 pupils who took part in their residential trip this week—you stepped outside your comfort zones, embraced new challenges, and quite literally reached new heights! We are incredibly proud of you. Thank you also to the dedicated staff team who gave their time and energy to make the experience such a success.

This week, we were also proud to host the Havering Collective SEND Festival, welcoming children from across the borough for a day filled with fun, inclusive activities. The event was filled with laughter, teamwork, and joy—beautifully summed up by one child who said, “This has been the best day of my life.”
What a fantastic week to be part of the Mead community! 💚
Kindest regards,

Ms A Holmes
Headteacher

Important Information
Respecting Our School Environment and Local Community
We have recently been contacted by one of our neighbours, who witnessed a member of our school community removing litter from their car and discarding it onto Amersham Road. This behaviour is not acceptable and does not reflect the values we promote as a school.

We are also aware of an increase in general littering around the school site at drop-off and pick-up times. As a school, we are now required to comply with new waste management regulations aimed at improving sustainability and reducing environmental impact. This includes stricter controls around the collection and disposal of all waste on school premises.

We kindly ask all parents and carers to support us by taking rubbish home or using the bins provided, and by setting a positive example for our pupils. Let’s continue working together to ensure our school and local community remain clean, safe, and respectful environments for everyone.

Year 6 End of Year Production
Year 6 will be performing their end-of-year production titled "I'm a Year Six – Get Me Out of Here!" on Monday 14th July at 2:00pm in the Key Stage 2 hall. We’re excited to share this special event with you and look forward to seeing you there!

Support for Parents and Carers

Mental Health Support
If you would like information on how to support your mental health and your child’s mental health, please see the website below which contains useful resources: https://www.place2be.org.uk/our-services/parents-and-carers/

Amazing Awards!

Attendance Awards
A huge well done to the following classes who have all achieved 95% and above. Palau, Fiji, Kenya, Egypt, Madagascar, Morocco, Northern Ireland, Wales, England, Italy, Germany, Spain, USA, Brazil, Canada and Malaysia.
What a fantastic week we have had here at Mead in terms of attendance. Let’s keep it up and continue seeing our children enjoy all the summer activities and learning opportunities.
In addition, a huge well done and congratulations to Kenya class for achieving 100% attendance last week. This is excellent and they will be able to come to school on Monday in Non school uniform as a special reward.

15 Books Certificates
Bronze (5 books) -
Silver (10 books) - Keyaan (Palau)
Gold (15 books) - Jaxon, Mark, Scarlett-May, Sofia P (Palau)

Malta Star of the Week
Congratulations to Nathan who is awarded Star of the Week for working really hard in his Speech and Language sessions!

Star Writer Certificates
These children have excelled with their writing this week. Well done to Ethan (England), Nifemi (Morocco), Tereza & Ella (Wales), Izabella (Greece) Jeremiah (USA), Kavi (Spain), James (New Zealand), Poppy (Canada), Scotland Class, Aria (Palau), Lily (Mexico), April (Northern Ireland), Holly (Fiji), Sofia and Paulina (Malaysia), Tommy (Italy), Akshara, Gemma, Preston, Oscar (Kenya), Beau (Egypt) Sienna (Madagascar), Kayleigh (India), Isla (Germany), Olivia (St Lucia), Visha (Brazil)

Star Reader Certificates
These children have worked really hard on their reading this week. Well done to Arnie (England), PJ (Morocco), Albert & Ja’c (Wales), Amari (Greece) Domas (USA). Aayan (Spain), Emma (New Zealand), Amy (Canada), Liyana-Mae (Scotland), Ava (Palau), Aysha (Mexico), Mayra (Northern Ireland), Maaz (Fiji), D’E’Ja (Italy), Samiyah (Egypt), Hezekiah (Kenya), Sophie (Madagascar), Maathumai (India), Camelia (Germany), Frazer (Malaysia), Ivy-May (St Lucia), Charley (Brazil)

Star Mathematician Certificates
These children have enjoyed a fantastic week with their maths. Well done to Amy (England),Aiza (Morocco), Parisha, Chelsea & JJ (Wales), Khasim (Greece) Andrew (USA). Zion- Elijah (Spain), Ruby (New Zealand), Chloe (Canada), Naomi (Scotland), Adrian (Palau), Darius (Mexico), Sara (Northern Ireland), Kaiyan (Fiji), Eduard & Zaydh (Malaysia), Gabriel (Italy), Rian (Egypt), Tommy H, Tommy C (Kenya), Emily (Madagascar), Sadie (India), Zachary (Germany), Gabriel (St Lucia), Bobbie (Brazil)

Achievement Certificates
These children have earned 20 Achievement points and are on their way to the Mead Roll of honour:
Emma, Eve E, JJ and Aaliyah (Morocco), Amelia D, Emaan (Greece), Summer, Lenny, Faith (Spain) Anays (USA), Harry, Samuel and Teddy G (New Zealand), Ustym, Hollie-Rai (Canada), Rayne (Scotland), Richard (Palau), Alessia, Leo, Talula and Olivia (Northern Ireland), Lennie (Fiji), D’E’ja, Zakariya,Mahir, Nancy, Amelia (Italy),Anastasia (Madagascar), Sophie (Madagascar), Leonela (Madagascar), Shayan, Arsalaan (Brazil)

Mathletics Awards

Bronze certificate
Penelope (England), Delia (Italy), Freddie, Vinnie, Amirah, Adriana, Summer (Spain), Nicolas (Fiji), Roman (Canada)
Silver certificate
Ivan (England), Amari (Greece), Kane, Milena, Zion-Elijah, Reggie, Sophie, Oscar, Bella (Spain)
Gold Certificate
Max & Heavenly (Wales), Mikel (USA), Aayan, Lenny (Spain), Shay (Canada), Kaiyan (Fiji) Aria (Madagascar),
Platinum Certificate
Dawood (England), Malakai (USA), Grace (Canada)
Emerald Certificate
Sai, Kavi (Spain)
Diamond Certificate
Yasmin (England), Alicia (Wales), Zelda (Germany), Jacob (Spain), Maaz (Fiji), Leo, Shay (Canada)
Epic Certificate
Olivia & Jake (England), Azrah (Wales) David, Isla (USA), Domas (Germany), Rayan S (Spain), Sofia P, Elhan (Palau),
Legend Certificate
Amy, Stefan, Lilly (England), Nathan (Greece), Ahmet, Lenny, Sara (Italy), Adrian (Palau), Thomas, Georgia (Fiji), Amy, Ustym (Canada)
Super Legend
Albert (Wales), Vivaan, Maxim (Fiji)
Diamond Legend
Olivia (Italy)
Epic Legend
Sebastian (Greece)
Majestic Legend
Aum (USA)
Galactic Legend

Golden Certificate
Congratulations to these children who have been awarded a Golden Certificate as they have made exceptionally good choices linked to The Mead Creed. These certificates are not easy to get so very well done to this week’s winners!

St Lucia (YR)
Maeve

Antigua (YR)
Lilliarna

Jamaica (YR)

New Zealand (Y1)
Noor

Palau (Y1)
Palau Class

Fiji (Y1)
Georgia

Madagascar (Y2)
Jordan and Aria

Morocco (Y2)
Emma, Aaliyah and Nifemi

Kenya (Y2)
Nellie

Egypt (Y2)
Emmanuel

Scotland (Y3)
JJ

Wales (Y3)
Alicia, Azrah & Roman

Northern Ireland (Y3)
Mayra

England (Y3)
Sophie

Italy (Y4)
Akhila

Greece (Y4)
Maaru

Spain (Y4)
Summer & Nubian

Germany (Y4)
Ollie

Brazil (Y5)
Jahshountea

Canada (Y5)
Shay

Mexico (Y5)
Emma

USA (Y5)
Ria

China (Y6)

Malaysia (Y6)
Kaden

India (Y6)
Lewis

Weekly Newsletter
Friday 27th June 2025

Dear Parents and Carers,

On Monday, I had the honour of visiting Havering Town Hall to meet the Mayor and receive recognition on behalf of Mead for the outcome of our Ofsted inspection. The event celebrated the incredible work taking place across Havering schools, and it was a proud moment to see our school acknowledged.
This recognition is a reflection of the dedication, care, and commitment that our staff demonstrate every day to support and inspire your children. It is also a tribute to the whole Mead community—our staff, pupils, and families. Thank you for the ongoing support you continue to give; it truly makes a difference.

On Tuesday, it was a pleasure to welcome our new Reception parents and carers into the Mead community during their first welcome meeting. This time of year always reminds us how quickly the school year passes and how important transition is for all of our pupils.

This week, the children also began meeting their new teachers for the next academic year. These transition sessions are a valuable opportunity for children to begin forming positive relationships, ask questions, and feel more confident about the year ahead. They will meet with their new teachers two more times before the summer break.

And finally, a huge thank you and well done to the Friends of Mead for organising our incredible Summer Carnival 2025! The event was full of fun, laughter, and community spirit. We’re so grateful for the time and energy they give to creating such memorable experiences for our children and families.
Thank you again for your continued support. Mead is what it is because of the strength of our whole school community. 💚

Kindest regards,

Ms A Holmes
Headteacher

Important Information

Year 6 End of Year Production
Year 6 will be performing their end-of-year production titled "I'm a Year Six – Get Me Out of Here!" on Monday 14th July at 2:00pm in the Key Stage 2 hall. We’re excited to share this special event with you and look forward to seeing you there!

Farewell and Best Wishes to Mrs Mackman
Next week, we say a fond farewell to Mrs Mackman, who has now completed her teacher training here at Mead and is ready to take on her very own class in September. Mrs Mackman has been a valued member of the Mead team since 2017. Throughout her time with us, she has brought warmth, dedication, and a true passion for working with children. She will be greatly missed by staff and pupils alike, but we are incredibly proud of her achievements and excited for all that lies ahead. We wish Mrs Mackman every success and happiness in her new role.

Support for Parents and Carers

Mental Health Support
If you would like information on how to support your mental health and your child’s mental health, please see the website below which contains useful resources: https://www.place2be.org.uk/our-services/parents-and-carers/

Amazing Awards!

Attendance Awards
A huge well done to the following classes who have all achieved 95% and above. Palau, Fiji, Kenya, Madagascar, Northern Ireland, USA, Canada and Malaysia.

Italy are our class attendance winners this week so as a special reward they can all come into school on Monday in Non school uniform. Well done and thank you for your continued support.

15 Books Certificates
Bronze (5 books) - Nancy and Monelen (Northern Ireland)
Silver (10 books) - Nancy and Talula (Northern Ireland), Karma, Freya, Ava, Tyler (Palau),

Malta Star of the Week
Congratulations to Julianna who is awarded Star of the Week for great engagement during Science this week!

Star Writer Certificates
These children have excelled with their writing this week. Well done to Azrah & Iulian (Wales), Stefan (England), Kian (Scotland) Poppy (Mexico) Maryam (USA), Sofia (Morocco), Elda (Malaysia), Stephen (St Lucia), Manha (Germany), Daniel (Northern Ireland) Nina (Jamaica), Evie G (Kenya), Simeon (Antigua), Callum (Greece), Amelia (Fiji), Esmae (Palau), Leo (New Zealand), Clio (Italy), Elijah (Brazil), Haider (Brazil), Kavi (Spain), Muhammad (China), Tamia (Egypt), Indigo (India), Lenny (Canada), Erica (Madagascar)

Star Reader Certificates
These children have worked really hard on their reading this week. Well done to Parisha & Aleena (Wales), Ethan (England), Grace (Scotland) Jevin (Mexico) Ria (USA), Ifra (Morocco), Sofia (Malaysia), Rojus (St Lucia), Satara (Germany), Oscar & Kiyaan (Jamaica), Ivy-Rose (Antigua), Amelia R (Greece), Madhav (Fiji), Aahil (Palau), Teddy (Kenya), Michael D (Northern Ireland), Teddy G (New Zealand), Gabriel (Italy), Samhita (Brazil), Kane, Aleem & Vinnie (Spain), Ryan (China), Chloe (Egypt), Jack (India), Amelia (Canada), Anas (Madagascar)

Star Mathematician Certificates
These children have enjoyed a fantastic week with their maths. Well done Albert & Lily (Wales), Sophie (England), Harry (Scotland) Roman (Mexico) Malakai (USA), Leon (Morocco), Samuel (Malaysia), Dawud (St Lucia) Esame (Germany), Noura (Northern Ireland) Skye (Jamaica), Sophie, Besa (Kenya), Vladimir (Antigua), Yoyin (Greece), Lilith (Fiji), Elhan (Palau), Teddy N (New Zealand), Jack (Italy), Hiyan (Brazil), Mahir (Spain), Renaz (China), Isla, Dennis, Chloe, Emmanuel, Isabelle B, Kimberleigh (Egypt), Lils (India), Roman (Canada), Nisin (Madagascar)

Achievement Certificates
These children have earned 20 Achievement points and are on their way to the Mead Roll of honour: Penelope, Ethan, Lilly, Mitakshi, Stefan, Sophie & Aliyah (England) Sidiq (Mexico), Gloria (Mexico), Kevin (Mexico), Biddy (Mexico) Ria (USA), Leon and Princess (Morocco), Amelia and Kelsie (Germany), Michael D and Amelia (Northern Ireland) Angelica (Kenya), Amelia, Hamza, L*l, Nicolas, Sofia, Samson, Ivy-Rose, Arthur (Fiji), Ava (Palau), Dulcie and Nicoleta (New Zealand), Emilia, Karl, Elijah, Haider (Brazil), Milena & Amirah (Spain), Erik & Ella (Wales), Daniel K, David, Mo (China), Lorienne, Amy, Andrey (Canada)

Mathletics Awards

Bronze certificate
Camelia (Germany)
Silver certificate
Kaiyan (Fiji), Faith, Milena, Zion-Elijah (Spain), Renat (Canada),
Gold Certificate
Max & Heavenly (Wales), Nikole (Scotland)
Platinum Certificate
Isha (Scotland) Malakai (USA) Darius (Mexico), Grace (Canada)
Emerald Certificate
David (Wales), Sid and Enki (Scotland), Jacob, Victoria, Kavi (Spain), Shay (Canada)
Diamond Certificate
Azrah & Ethan (Wales), Sydney (Northern Ireland), Emilia (Germany), Mahir (Spain), Leo (Canada)
Epic Certificate
Olivia & Jake (England), Sofia P, Elhan (Palau), Luke and Jamarb (New Zealand), Tadei (Italy), Rayan S (Spain)
Legend Certificate
Albert (Wales), Amy, Stefan & Lilly (England), Milena (Scotland), Vivaan, Thomas, Georgia, Maxim (Fiji), Aahil, Artem, Adrian (Palau), Nathan (Greece), Ahmet, Lenny, Akhila,Sara (Italy), Rayan A (Spain), Ustym, Amy (Canada)
Super Legend
Olivia (Italy)
Majestic Legend
Aum (USA)
Galactic Legend
Sebastian (Greece)

Golden Certificate
Congratulations to these children who have been awarded a Golden Certificate as they have made exceptionally good choices linked to The Mead Creed. These certificates are not easy to get so very well done to this week’s winners!

St Lucia (YR)
Azara

Antigua (YR)
Zachary

Jamaica (YR)
Stephanie

New Zealand (Y1)
New Zealand Class

Palau (Y1)
Sofia J

Fiji (Y1)
Samson

Madagascar (Y2)
Jax and Flourish

Morocco (Y2)
Ethan

Kenya (Y2)
Evie G

Egypt (Y2)
William and Izabel

Scotland (Y3)
Milena

Wales (Y3)
Parisha

Northern Ireland (Y3)
Leo

England (Y3)
Evie

Italy (Y4)
Sethika

Greece (Y4)
Rubie-Rose

Spain (Y4)
Ella

Germany (Y4)
Robert

Brazil (Y5)
Jahshountea

Canada (Y5)
Hollie

Mexico (Y5)
Della

USA (Y5)
Isla

China (Y6)
Venbaa

Malaysia (Y6)
Jessie

India (Y6)
Izampela