The Mall School

This term our Reception and Year 1 pupils have grown in confidence when cooking. They have developed their independence and skill when using various ingredients and utensils to make a range of delicious food including crumbles, halloumi bakes and just in time for the festive season, Christmas cookies.😀🍪🎄

We cannot wait to see what they make next term with Kiddy Cook.😊

Merry Christmas from The Mall!❤🎅

On the last day of term, we had a special visit from Father Christmas and his elf. It was wonderful to see the smiles on our pupils faces when they met him and revealed what was on their Christmas lists. The festivities continued as it snowed just as our pupils finished the day, which was another fantastic moment for them to share together in the playground.😀❄⛄

On the 11 February, we will be hosting an exciting Discovery Day for boys and girls aged 7-9 to join the school in September 2025 in Years 3-5. They will take part in a range of exciting and engaging activities which will give them an insight into the excellent facilities at The Mall, the rigorous curriculum and the enrichment the school offers through its ethos and excellent approach to teaching and learning.

We send children on to the best independent senior and state grammar schools in the area and surrounding counties through our individual attention and time spent on each child. Coupled with our resources, facilities and co-curricular provision, pupils benefit from a broad and strong curriculum, delivered from our long-standing staff.

Parents can join our open morning on the 30 January to witness the school in action, hear from our new Headmaster, Mr Sam Gosden, and meet our Year 6 pupils. Their children can then attend the Discovery Day on the 11 February.

Register your place today: www.themallschool.org.uk/7-9-discovery-day/

As part of our Christmas entertainment this term, our pupils enjoyed a magical performance by Richard Pinner. This was a brilliant interactive show, with a few taking part in the magic themselves. It is always wonderful to see the smiles on our pupils faces. 😀

Our teachers go the extra mile to ensure our pupils enjoy achieving excellence. Their personal attention to each child’s progress is unrivalled. This is why The Mall pupils are so well regarded by senior schools. We asked Mr Selby about why he enjoys teaching at The Mall, and this was his response.

"Since joining The Mall in 2022, I have felt very fortunate to work as part of a wonderful team that come together collaboratively to form an inspiring and creative environment for all of our pupils to flourish. This, combined with a thoughtful and caring leadership team and supported by a well-established sense of community, is why I look forward to coming to school each day and helping children to learn."

Year 2 have crafted their very own Christmas wreaths for the festive season. They have each shown incredible joy during their art lessons with Miss Lever, as they are able to learn new techniques each week.

Our pupils enjoy working in an environment that encourages their passion and creativity to develop.😀

Joyeux Noel! 🎄

Our Year 3 class have written their families Christmas cards in French, with support from Madame Capell. The pupils have developed their writing skills throughout the Autumn term and have gained more confidence when independently writing their own messages.😀

Thank you to all of our pupils and parents that donated to the Rotary Club Shoebox Scheme. The boxes included gifts for disadvantaged children, teenagers and families in Eastern Europe.

Our school captains and Mr Gosden met with Eva Martin from the charity to donate the shoeboxes on behalf of the school. We are very fortunate to have such generous pupils and families at The Mall.❤

During our Carols by Candlelight service, Year 3 to 6 pupils gave their parents a beautiful performance of many carols and a retelling of the birth of Jesus. Our pupils sang, acted and performed with incredible poise, joy and confidence. 😀🎄

Pupils at The Mall have many opportunities to perform and it is wonderful to see those across all year groups working together to achieve such greatness. 👏

Thank you to all the parents who have joined us for our coffee mornings this term.☕😀

This has been a brilliant way for Mr Gosden to meet with you all and to discuss both pupils and the school. We value our parents' feedback and it is fantastic to hear how well your children are developing at The Mall.

Our pupils have access to excellent facilities, encouraging them to thrive and develop their true potential, whether it is academic, musical, sporting, or artistic.👏

It's the last day of term and Christmas Jumper Day!😀🎄⛄

We have had an exciting and fulfilling Autumn term, with our pupils taking part in concerts, swimming galas, football tournaments and plays. Our pupils have continued to show incredible enthusiasm and effort in the classroom, as reflected by the many Headmaster's Commendations awarded during today's assembly.👏

We look forward to seeing you all in the Spring term. Have a wonderful festive break. Merry Christmas to you all!❤

We enjoyed a delicious Christmas lunch yesterday. Thank you to our caterers, Accent. Our pupils bring out the best in each other and build strong friendships throughout their time at The Mall. Lunchtime is the perfect time for them to bond and mix with those in different year groups or houses.😀🎄

Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 impressed staff, pupils and parents last week during our Christmas Play, Beep Beep Bethlehem. Their ability to remember their lines, lyrics and positioning in the theatre was outstanding and they each showcased incredible confidence. Thank you to all the staff involved in putting together such a brilliant play.😀🎄

Our teachers go the extra mile to ensure our pupils enjoy achieving excellence. Their personal attention to each child’s progress is unrivalled. This is why The Mall pupils are so well regarded by senior schools. We asked Mrs Singh about why she enjoys her teaching at The Mall, and this was her response.

"Being a maths teacher at The Mall School is a dream come true for me. I’ve always had a deep love for numbers and the way they can explain the world around us. Whether it's the symmetry in a flower or the rhythm of a song, maths is everywhere, and I find that fascinating. Sharing this passion with my students is incredibly fulfilling. Watching their eyes light up when they grasp a new concept or solve a tricky problem is the best part of my day. I strive to inspire my students by showing them how maths is not just a subject, but a powerful tool they can use to understand and shape their world. I hope to instill a lifelong appreciation for the beauty and utility of maths."

We have a vacancy for a School Finance Administrator (Maternity Cover).

Responsible to the Bursar, we are looking for a proactive, experienced professional to assist in the routine financial and accounting matters within the school. This is a full-time position; 35 hours per week starting in January 2025 and ending no later than January 2026.

Hours: 8.30 am – 4.30 pm Monday to Friday. This is a temporary role.

Applications close on Sunday 8th December.

www.themallschool.org.uk/vacancies/school-finance-administrator-maternity-cover/

In French, Year 5 have been learning to talk about the weather with Madame Capell. They created chatterboxes to practise. They displayed great knowledge and teamwork by helping each other and they had enjoyed practising together. 😀

A big well done to our Year 5 and 6 cross country team for competing in the annual Richmond Borough Cross Country event in Bushy Park.😀

Cheered on by parents, our runners tackled the 2.2km course with determination.
Congratulations to our top three finishers, helping the team secure a respectable 12th place overall. A fantastic effort from all involved!

Year 3 visited Richmond Synagogue today. It was a wonderful opportunity for the children to learn more about the synagogue and Jewish faith. We learnt that Jewish culture is about love, family, tradition and charity.😀