Parent Update – 19th December

Horsmonden Parent Update

Dear Parents 

It has been an incredibly busy term, particularly over these last few weeks as we’ve raced toward the Christmas break! The festive spirit has been in full swing, and it’s been wonderful to see everyone enjoying the celebrations.

This week, our children shone in a variety of performances, including the KS2 Carol Service, the EYFS Nativity, “Camel-Ama-Ding-Dong,” and our Rocksteady and Christmas Music concerts. Providing these opportunities is vital for helping children discover their passions and build self-assurance. Even for those who feel less comfortable in the spotlight, performing builds resilience and teaches valuable life skills. A huge thank you to all the parents for your support – whether by attending the shows or providing the costumes and props that made these productions such a success.

FoHPS Christmas Capers 

“Christmas Capers” was a resounding success! The children had a wonderful time crafting beautiful gifts, visiting Father Christmas in his magical grotto, and picking out surprises for their families at the Christmas Present Fair. It was a truly festive day, made possible by the incredible hard work of our FoHPS Committee and volunteers.

We are so grateful to everyone who helped with the preparations and volunteered on the day. The children of Horsmonden are incredibly fortunate to have such a dedicated group of parents giving their time to create these memories while raising vital funds. Since September, the new committee has raised an astonishing £10,725.44! This is a phenomenal achievement; a huge thank you to our FoHPS Chair, Cicely, and the entire team for their tireless efforts.

On behalf of everyone at Leigh Academy Horsmonden, I would like to wish you all a wonderful Christmas that’s full of family fun and happiness. 

I look forward to seeing everyone back on Tuesday 6th January. 

Kind regards

Hayley Sharp 

 

PTO for diary dates – new/amended dates are in bold

Diary Dates  2025 – 2026

Tuesday 6th January  Start of Term 3
Tuesday 10th February  Internet Safety Day 
Thursday 12th February Year 3 Class Assembly @ 9:00am
Thursday 12th February  End of Term 3 for children
Thursday 12th February  FoHPS Disco,  3:20pm-5pm
Friday 13th February  INSET Day for staff

 

Monday 23rd February Start of Term 4
Thursday 5th March World Book Day 
Friday 13th March  Fabulous Females, 2:15pm – 3:00pm
Wednesday 25th March  Parent Consultation evening,  3:30pm – 6:00pm
Thursday 26th March  Parent Consultation evening,  3:30pm – 6:00pm
Thursday 2nd April  Year 2 Class Assembly @ 9:00am
Thursday 2nd April  FoHPS Easter Egg hunt 
Thursday 2nd April  End of Term 4

 

Monday 20th April Start of Term 5
Monday 11th May Y6 SATs week 
Monday 18th – Friday 22nd  May Y6 Residential – PGL Windmill Hill
Friday 22nd May Year 1 Class Assembly @ 9:00am
Friday 22nd May End of Term 5

 

Monday 1st June  Start of Term 6
Monday 1st June Year 4 Multiplication Check week 
Monday 8th June  Phonics Screening week 
Friday 19th June  Marvellous Males Event 2:15pm to 3:00pm
Wednesday 24th June  Sports Day KS1 @ 9.15am, KS2 @ 1.15pm 
Friday 3rd July LAT Cricket Tournament – selected KS2 children 
Tuesday 7th July LAT Sports Day – selected KS2 children 
Thursday 9th July  Year 6 Production @ 2:00pm and 5.00pm 
Monday 13th July   Whole school transition morning 
Friday 17th July  Y6 Leavers’ Assembly @ 2:15pm 
Friday 17th July  End of Term 6