St Edmund's recently held it's annual STEAM Day. STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) is a very special day for our pupils to further explore a range of subjects through fun, purposeful and engaging activities. 

Each year we also choose one of the United Nation's Global Goals as a focus for our learning. This year it was Global Goal 15, which is 'Life On Land'. Children took part in a range of activities which focused on protecting and restoring life on our planet.

There were protests in the playground, year group debates, invention creating and more for children to enjoy across the day.

Thank you Miss Nugent for organising!

We are proud to share with you all that St Edmund's has recently been re-awarded its Quality Mark Accreditation.

The Quality Mark Award promotes, supports and celebrates progress and improvements made by a school in English and Mathematics. To achieve a Quality Mark, schools have to undergo an assessment by an external accredited assessor against 10 'elements' of the Quality Mark framework. These cover key aspects of the school's improvement plan, including the identifications and analysis of the school's needs; strategic planning, target setting for improvement; intervention and support for pupils underachieving or under-attaining; provision of quality in both teaching and resources; staff development; and active engagement with families. Effective monitoring and evaluation are also required - particularly to achieve renewal.

This award highlights just some of the fantastic work in St Edmund's, and we should all be delighted that this has been recognised.

A huge well done to the whole St Edmund's family!

More information about the Quality Mark Award can be found here.

Unfortunately, this year KS2 could not all come together to perform their Christmas Carol Concert in the Church. However, the children and staff have been working very hard over the last few weeks to learn some very special songs, which we are very excited to bring to you virtually. Today in school, our whole community watched it at the same time, in phases, and even though we are still separated, there was a lovely feeling of togetherness.

So grab a cup of tea, sit back, and we hope you enjoy the KS2 Christmas Carol Concert 2021.

The KS1 Christmas Nativity is often one of the highlights of the year. However, due to our ongoing efforts to keep everyone safe, we again decided to make this year's performance virtual. All the staff and children have been working very hard over the last few weeks to learn about this special time of year. They have also been learning some joyful songs which they wanted to share with everyone at home.

So grab another cup of tea, and we hope you enjoy the KS1 Christmas Nativity!

This morning class 6.2 took part in a two-hour creative workshop to introduce children to the history of graffiti art and give them the chance to develop their own piece with guidance from an experienced artist. There were also discussions on careers in the arts and the ways we can make our ideas a reality. 

Children used a variety of materials to create their own design for a business logo. This included using spray cans, stencils, Posca paint pens and airbrushes. It has been a fantastic and exciting morning for all, and we know Class 6.1 are even more excited now and are eagerly awaiting their turn next week. Thank you to Edmonton Community Partnership for helping to bring this opportunity to St Edmund's. 

Yesterday was a very special day for our whole school community as we celebrated and remembered St Edmund. St Edmund's day, which is celebrated around the world on the 20th November each year, is a day to remember his sacrifice, faith and strength to not denounce Christ to the invading Danes. St Edmund was loved by his people for his loving, caring nature and each year we remember his story and try to learn from his example. 

Children in school have been retelling St Edmund's story through role play, posters, poems and writing, as well as all joining a very special virtual assembly led by Miss Pittendreigh. There was even some time to enjoy some special treats and a class party.

During the assembly Aysha-Rei, who is in Year 6, shared with us all exactly what it means to be a St Edmund's pupil. It was a lovely piece of writing and demonstrates the special community we have.

'I have been in this school since Reception. Over the years, I have not only made great friends, but made great memories. To be a St Edmund's child to other people looking in, may seem like being a child at any other school, but it is not. St. Edmund's is not only a school or community, it is a family, it's a home. To be a St. Edmund's child means to be someone who is comfortable being themselves and who is celebrated for it! I am proud to be a St Edmund's child, and I wouldn't change a thing!'

Please make sure to ask your child about our special day, and we hope you all had a great St Edmund's Day too!