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Belmont School 14th November 2025 Newsletter

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Global Goal 4 – Quality Education - Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.

Dear Families,

We have had a wonderful start to the second half of this term. It is lovely to see all of our pupils in school and showcasing their learning. 

A reminder as the weather is changing, for families to provide a raincoat for rainy days like today. Please make sure that you label everything with your child's name and class.

Remembrance day 2025

On Tuesday, we took time to honour and remember the brave soldiers who fought during the First and Second World Wars.

Mrs Karimboy and some of the Year 6 pupils shared an incredible assembly on what life might have been like for the soldiers — the challenges they faced, the risks they took, and the sacrifices they made to protect the freedoms we enjoy today. We linked their actions and values to key aspects of British values, such as the Rule of Law and Individual Liberty, understanding how their efforts helped shape the society we live in.

Children created large posters showcasing impactful words of remembrance. Our displays are a tribute to those who served and a reminder of why it’s so important to remember them today and every day.

Anti-Bullying Week 2025: Power for Good

This week we have been participating in a variety of activities for 'Anti-Bullying Week 2025' with the theme: Power for Good. We kicked off with Odd Socks Day and would like to thank all the adults and children who wore odd socks this week to celebrate what makes us all unique.

Miss Richards presented a wonderful assembly with help from the Junior Health Stars and some choir members from Year 3. 

It is important for us to use the theme to remind all of our community, that as duty bearers, it is our responsibility to spread good around us. 

4 Neptune Class Assembly

4 Neptune blew the spectators away with their sensational class assembly based on the book they have been reading in class, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, a novel by C. S. Lewis. 

The children were clear, sang beautifully and kept the audience on the edge of their seats! 

Thank you to the staff and families for your continued support and showcasing why we are 'Stronger Together'. 

Another Healthy Schools Reminder

As a Gold Healthy School, the Junior Health Ambassadors would like to remind our families that we are part of the Fit4Life Harrow project.

As a parent of a Harrow pupil, it is expected that you uphold your section of this charter by pledging to:

  • Reduce the amount of sugary foods and drinks
  • Provide healthy snacks at the end of the school day
  • Exercise with children outside of school for at least 30 minutes a day – this could be as simple as a walk
  • Sign-up and regularly attend an NHS Dentist and ensure your child brushes their teeth at least twice a day
  • Ensure your children are up-to-date with vaccinations
  • Talk to your children each day about how they are feeling and how their day went

Health and fitness must be a priority to help improve your children’s life chances. Please do not bring unhealthy snacks afterschool. If you need to bring your child a snack, please make sure it is healthy: 

Winter Fair 2025 

We’re excited to welcome you to Belmont’s Winter Fair on Friday 12th December from 2:30pm to 4:30pm. It’s always a lovely way for families to come together and enjoy a fun afternoon of games, food, and community spirit. 

This year, we’ll have a range of activities, stalls, and entertainment for all ages. There will be something for everyone, from games and challenges to delicious treats and exciting prizes. 

If you'd like to get involved, there are a few ways to help: 

  • Run your own stall – spaces are available for £30 (deadline: Friday 28th November) 

  • Donate pre-loved toys, books, or winter jumpers/clothes 

  • Bring in nut-free baked goods (homemade or shop-bought) Please keep the ingredients) 

Please complete the form below if you’re happy to lend a hand with setting up, running a stall, or helping with packing down after the event. 

https://forms.office.com/e/D3UEYH7jQQ

To make things smoother on the day, we’ll be using a quick and easy ticketing system where families can buy tokens in advance. These tokens can be used for activities, games, and certain stalls. More info on this will be shared closer to the date—no need to do anything just yet! 

Raffle tickets and tokens will go on sale from Tuesday 2nd December. 

Thank you for your continued support. These events are only possible because of our brilliant families. We’re looking forward to seeing you there! 

Outstandingly Happy Harrow School!

Belmont pupils and staff are always looking to live outside their zone of comfort and, as part of this, we would like to share the following quote with you:

The power of being more human-KIND - Art of Brilliance

Do not forget that as a school we are all working in the 2% Mindset mode:

 

We hope you have a lovely weekend! 

Best wishes, 

Mrs P Aggarwall

Headteacher 

Reading support 

Many families ask for extra learning. The best activity is being outside for daily physical exercise and reading to exercise the brain! 

Below explains the importance of why reading for 20 minutes minimum has on your child's outcomes:

Do not forget to log your child's reading on our Reading Log App and to take pictures of them reading in the sun! 

Communication

Please review the 'What's On' list, as well as the home learning and curriculum overviews that will include information on what your child will learn this term. 

A reminder to all families: If you have any issues or concerns, please do not hesitate to speak to any member of staff on duty or email the school office via office@belmont.harrow.sch.uk or by submitting your query on our virtual form found on our website (https://www.belmont.harrow.sch.uk/contact-us-form). We aim to respond to queries within 10 working days as outlined in our Positive Communication Policy, which can be found in the policy section on our website, where you will also find:

  • Positive Communication Policy
  • Community Behaviour Policy 
  • Complaints Policy and Procedure 
  • Managing Serial and Unreasonable Complaints Policy

What Families and Educators Need to Know 

Young Harrow Foundation

Young Harrow Foundation have developed a new hub for cost of living support on their website: www.youngharrowfoundation.org/cost-of-living-support

This hub aims to signpost people to local services from the voluntary sector and local authority - and is particularly aimed at families or carers that have children and young people in their household.

The online hub, developed by Young Harrow Foundation, lists services that can help with things like, mental health and wellbeing, warm hubs in the borough, help with accessing food, housing support and low cost furniture providers.

Early Support in Harrow 

For all Harrow residents, Harrow Early Support Services provide families with strategies and advice groups to help you with your children, wellbeing and health. Please click the links for the timetables and further information:

https://www.facebook.com/harrowcc/?locale=en_GB

https://www.harrow.gov.uk/downloads/download/12765/childrens-centres-timetables

https://www.harrow.gov.uk/childrenscentres

PE KIT days

Below are the days that pupils will be coming into school wearing their PE Kit:

  • Reception – Friday
  • Y1 – Wednesday & Tuesday
  • Y2 – Wednesday & Tuesday
  • Y3 – Monday & Thursday
  • Y4 – Monday's Swimming & Thursday 
  • Y5 – Wednesday & Thursday
  • Y6 – Wednesday & Thursday 
  • Stargazers – Tuesday

The PE kit worn into school must be as follows:

  • Black trainers with plain laces. (No brightly coloured trainers please)
  • Black/Grey PE shorts, jogging bottoms (when it gets colder) or skorts – with no logo.
  • Plain white T-shirt or polo shirt (with no logo)
  • Pupils wear their purple school sweatshirt.

Please note that children should not be wearing any branded clothing or jewellery. They must only wear what is stated above. 

Be Active Sports and Clubs- Breakfast and After School Club Wraparound Care

Be Active Sports and Clubs provides much-needed provision for children beyond the school day. Our flexible approach enables families to access sessions based upon their individual childcare needs. Be Active Sports and Clubs commitment is to offer families access to our breakfast and after-school clubs when they need us. Our bespoke booking system enables families to book and pay for the days they require.

Our mission is to provide safe and engaging childcare, offering a range of activities to reflect the interests of the children in our care, helping them to develop a high self-esteem while also emphasising the positive power of physical activity to support their ongoing development.

With over 15 years’ experience in Physical Education and School Sport, we have designed a wraparound care programme that provides a range of engaging and creative activities delivered by our team of fully trained professionals. We actively promote healthy lifestyle choices by encouraging participation in physical activities and educating children about nutrition and wellbeing. We uphold the highest standards in safeguarding while providing a safe, secure and happy environment for children to play and develop, giving parents further peace of mind.

After a nutritious breakfast, we provide a selection of resources and activities designed to motivate and stimulate children in preparation for the day ahead.

After School Club

Our after-school clubs provide a variety of enriching activities that compliment children’s learning in the classroom. We offer a range of options for children, including arts and crafts, board games, construction, physical play, outdoor activities and sport, as well as the opportunity to read and complete homework.

We provide healthy snacks, including fresh fruit and vegetables and promote independence by encouraging the children to prepare their own snacks and to clear away after themselves. We recognise the importance of healthy nutrition for children delivered in a calm, friendly setting.

Be Active Sports and Clubs offers before and after-school care settings at Belmont School. Our extended schools provisions offer working families flexible and affordable childcare solutions. 

They provide peace of mind that children are in a safe and fun environment, participating in Magna’s wide range of specialist activities. The wrap-around care provision will be available for term time Monday to Friday.

Breakfast Club:

7.30am – 8.30am- £6

After School Club

Part session – 3.00pm-6.00pm - £12

Part session – 4.30pm-6.00pm- £7 (including Snack) 

Bookings

Book can be made via our website (https://www.beactivesportsandclubs.co.uk) and paid online for each half term by selecting days and service required. We offer a sibling discount if booking for more than 1 child (USE SIB10 at checkout).

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Be Active booking line on 07715847132 or email info@beactivesports.co.uk

Please note that any children who are not collected at the designated end times of the session will be escorted to the after school club (Be Active) which will result in a charge for this service for parents.

Attendance

School attendance is mandatory for all pupils.

If your child is ill, please notify the school office on 0208 427 0903. You can now leave a voicemail to report your child's absence.

Punctuality

All pupils must in school and collected at their designated time:

Key Stage 

Start of School time

End of School time 

Reception 

8.35am

3.15pm

Key Stage 1

8.35am

3.15pm

Key Stage 2

8.35am

3.15pm

Nursery am

8.35am

11.35am

Nursery pm 

12.15am

3.15pm

It is important that your child starts school with their peers as this will help them to get ready for the amazing learning planned. It is your responsibility to ensure that your child is in school at their designated times. Repeated lateness means that your child is losing out on valuable learning, therefore the school’s safeguarding procedures will be followed and referrals will be made to external agencies where necessary.

Attendance and Punctuality Updates 

Parents, it is important that you drop your children at the correct time and pick them up at their designated collection times. A reminder that any child/ren not collected at their designated time will be escorted to the after-school club (ACE), which will result in a charge for this service. If you would like your child to attend any these then you MUST book online prior to attendance at https://www.beactivesportsandclubs.co.uk/book-online, who will provide you with the price and other information. 

Pupils who are not collected at the designated times at the end of the day will be escorted to the afterschool club (Be Active) which will result in a charge for this service for parents.

Online Learning Expectations and Support 

We continue to set online weekly home learning online via Microsoft Teams and OneNote. Staff will review what has been completed and leave feedback on the pupil’s page.

We are digitising the way the school operates. This means you will have access to your child's daily learning to review what they have learnt during the school day from home.

Please focus on reading with your child every day for at least 20 minutes, help them to learn their times tables and spellings and talk to them about their learning in school.

If you need help or support with online home learning, Mr Baig, our Computing Technician will be available to support you on Tuesday's and Wednesday's from 8.35am to 9am.

Uniform Reminders

Children must come into school wearing the correct uniform listed below. on PE days, pupils should come into school wearing the correct PE kit:

1. All children will be allowed to wear black shoes or black trainers. The black trainers must have no

White/coloured soles or laces. If there are logos, these must be black (see pictures below):

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2. The PE kit worn into school must be as follows:

  • Black or white trainers with plain laces. (No brightly coloured trainers please)
  • Black/Grey PE shorts, jogging bottoms (when it gets colder) or skorts – with no logo.
  • Plain white T-shirt or polo shirt (with no logo)
  • Pupils wear their purple school sweatshirt.

Please note that children should not be wearing any branded clothing and must only wear what is stated above.

Children in Year 5 and 6 will be expected to wear a school tie that can be bought from Teeny Wear in Harrow Weald. They must come to school wearing it on the first day back.

Long hair must be tied up. Hair accessories are not allowed and hijabs worn must be white.

We will be monitoring pupils’ presentation and expect all children to be wearing the correct uniform from the first day of school.

Health & Safety and general reminders - 14/11/25 

To ensure that we are following safeguarding measures, we ask you to continue to help us by:

  • Ensure that you come to school at the allocated time
  • Do not bring food on school site
  • Please all follow the 1-way system to help you move around the site safely.
  • Ensuring that you are joining the queueing system and not pushing in.
  • Wash your hands regularly with soap.
  • Cover your face when coughing and sneezing, dispose of any tissues immediately. 

Safeguarding remains ‘EVERYONE’S BUSINESS AT BELMONT SCHOOL.’

Harrow Children Services’ Golden Number is available to everyone, and gives people one number to call for information or advice on services for children, young people and their families.

Golden Number: 020 8901 2690.

A person points to themselves within a circle of black dots.

UNCRC Article 19
I have the right to be protected from being hurt or badly treated

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