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 |




