St james Primary e-NEWS

17th July 2025

Welcome to the St James Primary School's E-News, a weekly roundup of the latest news and events at the school

Executive Headteacher's Blog

Dear Parents and Carers

I hope that you enjoyed our KS2 Finding Nemo production. It has been a huge team effort, with some children taking on several parts, the making of huge number of props for the production and the expert support of the technical and backstage crew.

I would particularly like to thank Miss Hitchen, Mrs Lambert and Mr Gardner for putting the show together over the last few months. They have been brilliant.
I would also like to thank Mrs Peach for staying on after school and coming in during the weekend to paint the amazing scenery, Mrs Chambers for her management of everything back stage, John Flood for repairs to our scenery panels, and Musicworks for providing microphones and the support of Russell, their sound technician, during performances.

Best wishes

Valerie Elliott

School Notices

Are you aware of a recent children's insult craze called “Italian brainrot”? - Some children may know of this and think it is a funny thing, but in fact it is not, it is deeply insulting and offensive. The content around this craze is mainly accessed on Tik Tok. One of our parents has kindly shared this information guide so that you can be informed. The images look very sweet, but the songs are cruel and offensive, so please click on the picture below to read the article so you are aware of the offensive content. www.safeonsocial.com

Roadworks begin Monday 21st July - on Thursley Road from outside Heathfield to the junction of Red House Lane for the duration of the work. A signed diversion will be in place and access will be maintained for residents. Please be aware that this may impact arrival times and parking availability.
Finding Nemo Retiring Collection - if you have enjoyed our production of Finding Nemo and would like to contribute the the cost of this or future St James Primary School productions you can donate to the retiring collection by clicking on the picture below.

End Of Academic Year - please remember that school finishes on Tuesday, 22nd July at the earlier time of 2pm
PTA Bake Sale - thank you to everyone who has supported the Bake Sale. The amount raised will be shared at the PTA AGM in September.
KidsQuest Summer Camp - this popular club will be running at St James Primary this summer. Please see the flyer on the Parent Portal for more details.
Festival of Joy at St Albans Hindhead 23rd to 25th July - St Alban's Hindhead would like to invite all St James families to their Festival of Joy. An affordable festival for all ages with many different activities including a children's club, Community Café, Eco Project and preschool activities to name but a few. Please click on the picture below to find out more.

Drop in sessions with our Home School Link Worker, Helen Owen - The role of the Home School Link Worker (HSLW) is to support families with a range of issues at home or at school. 1:1 sessions are available on Wednesdays. To book an appointment, email Helen on hslw@st-james-elstead.surrey.sch.uk or ring the school office to request a call back.