Taking Stock: January 2026

• To ensure our children are happy and we explain things well
• To ensure no child leaves our school unable to read
• To ensure children learn a broad vocabulary to access the world around them
• To enhance the educational experiences of diagnosed and undiagnosed children with SEND

We have started 2026 as we mean to go on, with purpose. Our new Nursery and Pre-School children have settled into their classes well, and have made the transition to life at Stockwell effectively.

The focus on high standards across the school remains, with workshops and drop-ins happening in early January to upskill parents so you can support the children at home.

Thanks to all that came along.

Our dining experience has had an upgrade. We have a new salad station and trolleys, flavoured water each day (so far we have had watermelon, strawberry and cucumber), and new cutlery. The children have commented that they 'love the new dining room' and one asked me, 'Is this forever?'. (It is!)

Remember, school lunches are free for all children from Reception to Year 6. If your child isn't currently having school lunch, why not give them another try? It's a hot meal in the middle of the day, which keeps them well-fuelled for the afternoon.

Have a chat with your child(ren) and see if they'd like to give school dinners a try.

Click the button below to see the Spring/ Summer menu.

We started the term with our Art, DT, Topic and Homework exhibition. This was a wonderful way to showcase the creativity that happens across our curriculum. There were moving toys and electrical vehicles, Roman coins and Roman shields, pieces of playground equipment and Greek pottery, firework pictures and Viking illustrations, to name just a few of the pieces on display.

Many parents and carers had worked with children at home to create projects that brought the children's learning to life. I particularly enjoyed the burning houses as part of the children in Year 2's learning about the Great Fire of London.

I am delighted to be able to share the Dove Day video with you all. The team from Dove came into Stockwell during our Wellbeing Week in October. The focus of Dove Day is body confidence and positivity. Children in years 4-6 completed activities about what makes us all unique and special. We are all fantastic and no two of us are the same. Dove Day aims to celebrate these differences and encourages children to be confident in who they are - a message I am sure we can get behind.

January's Father Figure Friday event saw dads, grandads, bothers and uncles come into the school to spend time with their children. Despite the weather's best efforts, the children spent time both inside and outside playing games and clearing the beds around the Forest School area.

James, from Father Nature, who worked with the school to create the Forest School area, came along and got the children and adults planting and clearing beds, ready for Spring. There was even hot chocolate on offer after all that hard work.

Keep an eye out for the next Father Figure Friday event and do come along.

Next week is E-safety Week at the BJS Federation.

Safer Internet Day is taking place on Tuesday 10th February 2026, and we’re proud to be supporting this important event once again. We’d love for everyone to get involved – whether that’s planning an activity, starting a conversation about online safety, or simply helping spread the word.

Safer Internet Day is a great opportunity to highlight how we can all help children and young people stay safe and confident online, and for 2026 we are focusing on the theme: Smart tech, safe choices – Exploring the safe and responsible use of AI.

You can find everything you need, including free resources and ideas for getting involved, at saferinternetday.org.uk.

Our Digital Leaders have been working together to create a film about how to stay safe online and use AI safely. I will share this in our next issue.

• Children in Years 3 and 4 swim weekly. If the children are well enough to be in school, they are well enough to swim. We expect all children who are at school on those days to swim and will call for parents to bring in swimming kits if they are forgotten.

• I have seen a few whole cakes coming past me in the mornings. While I am happy for children to bring things in to share with their classes, we do not have the staffing capacity to cut these up and distribute them. Please bring individual items such as cupcakes or fruit for the children to share.

Stockwell Enjoy Outstanding Month with Four Impressive Victories

It was a highly successful Month for Stockwell football, with both the main team and Stockwell B producing dominant performances and excellent results across four fixtures.

The Stockwell A team started the Month with a confident 3–0 win over Loughborough. Stockwell controlled possession throughout and showed great discipline defensively, limiting their opponents to very few chances. The team’s composure in front of goal ensured a comfortable victory and set the tone for the matches to follow.

That momentum continued in emphatic fashion with a 7–2 victory against Wyvil. Stockwell were electric going forward, combining sharp passing with ruthless finishing. As the game opened up, Stockwell took full advantage, pulling clear and showcasing their attacking depth.

Across both fixtures, Alexander (6K) was the clear difference. His impact on the games was undeniable, driving the team forward and influencing key moments in both matches. Luay (6K) also delivered strong, noticeable performances, contributing energy and consistency, while Rakeem (6A) impressed with his physical presence and determination, playing an important role in the team’s attacks.

Stockwell B were equally impressive, starting with a strong 5–2 win over Allen Edwards. The B team showed great character and attacking intent, responding well to challenges and finishing their chances clinically. Their teamwork and confidence were evident throughout the match.

The week was capped off with a disciplined and professional 3–0 victory away against VGP. Stockwell B controlled the game from start to finish, keeping a clean sheet and demonstrating excellent organisation alongside effective counter-attacking play.

Overall, it was a fantastic week for Stockwell football. With convincing wins, standout individual performances, and strong team cohesion across both squads, the future looks very bright as Stockwell head into their next set of fixtures full of confidence.

Stockwell Girls Make History with Record-Breaking Win

The Stockwell girls’ football team delivered a performance to remember this week, breaking a school record by scoring five goals in a single match in a stunning 5–0 victory over St Stephens.

From the first whistle, Stockwell played with confidence, energy, and belief. Their attacking intent was clear early on, and the team’s sharp passing and movement kept St Stephen's under constant pressure. Once the opening goal arrived, Stockwell never looked back, continuing to push forward while staying organised and disciplined at the back to secure a well-deserved clean sheet.

This historic win was powered by a group of standout performers who truly shone on the day. Valentina (6K) led by example with her determination and skill, while Naeshalai (6A) impressed with her composure and all-round contribution. Jada Lei (6K) and Mariah (6K) were constant threats going forward, showing confidence and teamwork throughout the match. Firdaus (6K) added energy and drive, and Shayla (6A) made a strong impact with her work rate and commitment.

A special mention also goes to Arielle (3T), who showed incredible bravery and enthusiasm, proving that age is no barrier to making a difference on the pitch.

This record-breaking result is a huge moment for Stockwell girls’ football and a testament to the team’s hard work, teamwork, and growing confidence. A fantastic achievement and a performance that will be remembered for a long time.

Stockwell Year 5/6 Athletics Team Shines Across the Borough

The Stockwell Year 5/6 athletics team delivered an outstanding performance at the borough athletics championships, achieving some of the school’s strongest results in recent years.

Stockwell placed an impressive second overall in track events across the entire borough, a remarkable achievement that reflects the team’s speed, determination, and consistency throughout the competition. In the field events, Stockwell finished 8th in the borough, and when all results were combined, the team secured an excellent 6th place overall in the borough standings.

One of the highlights of the day was Stockwell’s success in the relay races, where the team won two individual relay events. The girls’ relay team, led by team captain, Ava (5E), produced a spectacular performance, showing outstanding teamwork, smooth baton changes, and determination to secure a memorable victory. Ava’s leadership and encouragement played a key role in guiding the team to success.

The boys’ team were equally impressive, with Christopher (6K) leading by example. His strong performances helped drive the boys to several important wins on the track, contributing significantly to Stockwell’s high overall placing.

These results are a huge credit to all the athletes involved, highlighting their hard work, commitment, and sportsmanship. Finishing among the top schools in the borough is a fantastic achievement for Stockwell, and the Year 5/6 athletics team should be extremely proud of their success.

Mr Osman - Sports Coach

Check out the latest issue of the BJS Federation SEND Newsletter by clicking the button below. This issue is al about vocabulary and attachment.

Don't forget to drop off your old, unwanted clothes. The donations will go to new homes that need them and we will raise money for the school. We have already filled the bank once, so keep your items coming please. Every time we fill the bank it raises money for the school.

Fill up a bag and pop it in.

Have a look at the poster below for more information.

The clothes bank is located outside the Main Hall.

Happiness is a feeling that comes over you when you know life is good and you can’t help but smile. It’s the opposite of sadness.

Synonyms: pleasure, satisfaction, joyousness, joyfulness, exhilaration, laughter, merriness, glee, contentment, merriment, bliss, pleasure

Example sentences:

• Mrs Fraga felt happiness when she was going on a long walk.

• Mr Serra feels happiness when he visits new countries.

• Ms McIntosh feels happiness when she plays games with her friends.

To learn more about the curriculum for your year group/s next term, visit the school's website to access the knowledge organisers.

Homework is issued on a Friday and is due back in on a Wednesday. Please make time to help your child with their homework. All tasks are based on what the children have been learning in school. While the children can learn independently, they might need your help to get started.

All children should be reading at home daily. Please remember to make a comment in your child's reading record after you have listened to them read.

February

• 9th - 13th - E-Safety Week
• 10th - Safer Internet Day
• 12th - KS2 Maths Parent Workshop
• 12th - Federation Spanish Parent Workshop
• 13th - PTA Non-Uniform Day
• 13th - Last Day of Half term - 3:30 finish

Monday 16th - Friday 20th February

Half Term

School Closed

• 23rd Spring Term 2 Begins - School reopens for all children
• 23rd - 27th - 6A Into University Week
• 23rd - 27th - MFL Week
• 25th - School Council House of Commons Trip
• 25th - Y6 Bus Safety Session
• 27th - Year 3 and 4 Multiplication Check Parent Workshop

March

• 3rd - 5E Class Assembly
• 4th - 5M Class Assembly
• 5th - Whole School Reading Drop-In/ World Book Day
• 6th - 6K Class Assembly
• 6th - Y1 Trip to Science Museum
• 6th - Y3 Trip to Imperial War Museum/ Y3 Sleepover
• 9th - 13th - Science Week
• 9th - Year 5 Netball Tournament
• 9th - International Women's Day
• 10th - EYFS Science Experiment Drop-In
• 11th - EYFS Science Experiment Drop-In
• 11th - PTA Disco/ Own Clothes Day
• 12th - UKS2 Science Experiment Drop-In
• 13th - LKS2 Science Experiment Drop-In
• 13th - Y5 Into University Day
• 16th - 20th - Enterprise Week
• 16th - 2A Class Assembly
• 17th - 2S Class Assembly
• 18th - 1B Class Assembly
• 19th - 1A Class Assembly
• 20th - Comic Relief - Wear Red
• 20th - ASAs end
• 20th - World Poetry Day
• 24th - Primary Singing Concert @ Southbank Centre
• 25th/ 26th - Parent/ Teacher Consultations
• 25th - BJS Topic Dress Up Day
• 26th - LKS2 performance
• 26th - World Maths Day
• 26th - PTA Cake Sale
• 27th - EYFS/ KS1 Easter Bonnet Parade
• 27th - 1:30pm - End of Term

Monday 30th March - Friday 10th April

Easter Holidays

School Closed for All Pupils

Artificial intelligence is becoming a familiar part of young people’s online experiences, with a myriad of school tools and entertainment platforms in use. This guide from the National College breaks down what AI really is, helping adults explain it clearly and realistically so children don’t overestimate its abilities or trust it unquestioningly. It explores how AI systems work, where they appear online, and why understanding them matters.

The guide also highlights key online safety considerations, including misinformation, data privacy, bias and over-reliance on AI tools. With practical advice on setting boundaries, choosing age-appropriate platforms and encouraging ethical, creative use, it empowers parents and educators to build digital literacy while keeping children safe, curious and critically engaged.

We have an active PTA, called Friends of Stockwell, who do a brilliant job of fundraising for the school and bringing the community together. It is great to see new faces taking part. Every parent is a Friend of Stockwell. I ask that everyone gets involved. If you can spare an hour per term (that's three hours per year), your contribution would make a huge difference.

Please email friendsofstockwell@gmail.com to get involved.

We are often asked how parents and carers can support the school. We have worked with the school to create an Amazon Wish List to enable parents, carers, friends and family members to buy items that the school really needs.

If you are in a position to support the school in this way, please have a look through, and if you see something you would like to buy, just follow the same process as you would if you were ordering something for yourself. Items will be delivered directly to the school, marked for the attention of the relevant teacher.

Can you help out around the school? Are you a keen gardener? Do you have skills or knowledge that the children would benefit from? Visit our Call to Action page to let us know how you can help.

Central to raising standards in all schools and ensuring all pupils can fulfil their potential is the need for children to attend school regularly to benefit from their education.

There is a strong link between good learning, high achievement, rapid progress and developing good social skills with excellent attendance.

We want to take this opportunity to outline our expectations for school attendance this academic year.

If your child arrives at school from 9am they will be marked as LATE, if they arrive after 9.30am, they will be classed as “late after the register is closed” and their attendance is classed as absent for the morning session. As the registers would have already been returned to the Department for Education.

Regular poor punctuality can also have a negative effect on your child’s attendance as well as their academic learning. Being 6 minutes late each day equals 30 minutes of missed learning every week.

If your child’s attendance drops below 90%, we will need to share our concerns with the Local Authority Education Welfare Officer at Lambeth Council.

Holidays in Term Time

Education Law states that it is not a parent’s right to take a child out of school during term time to go on holiday. Families must seek permission from the school and your school’s Headteacher is limited in what they can authorise. We can authorise leave if a child is in a performance and a performance license has been granted by the local authority. For any other authorised holiday, there must be extenuating circumstances therefore we cannot authorise a holiday because it is cheaper outside of term time.

Well done everyone. We have made a great start to 2026, with whole school attendance back at the National expectation.

January's attendance was 95%

A particular special mention goes to RB, whose attendance has jumped from 88% in December to 94% this month.

Keep up the good work everyone.

School uniform should be worn throughout the school day. While we do not enforce that all school uniform should be branded, children should be wearing the correct colours (white t-shirt tops, navy trousers/ skirts/ pinafore dresses, sensible black shoes). Football boots/ coloured trainers are not school uniform and should not be worn.

Children should be changing into their PE kits for PE lessons (blue or black tracksuit bottoms, plain white t-shirt, trainers). We have made arrangements for girls and boys to be able to change separately, so the expectation is that all children change for PE.

While our supplier of school uniform is WearAbouts, we do have some items available for sale from the school office. Please check with us to see if we have what you need in stock.

If you have a concern, please see your child's class teacher in the first instance.

If they are unable to resolve the problem, please speak to your child's phase leader.

If they are unable to help, please see one of the school's Assistant Headteachers.

If you are still dissatisfied, please see the Head of School.

We let space around the school.

You can hire the school hall, and grounds, on a regular basis or as a one off.

Need a space for a party?

Looking for a pitch for your team?

Contact the school office on:

clericalofficer2@stockwell-pri.lambeth.sch.uk

to make an enquiry.

What are Pre-School, Nursery and Reception learning about? Find out below.

Years 1 and 2 are incredibly busy with their learning. Find out more on our website.

Are you keen to find out more about the learning in Years 3 and 4? If so, have a look by clicking the button below.

Please check our website, to find out what the children in Years 5 and 6 are learning about.

We are delighted to to have on site our Children Centre where the team works with families at Stockwell and our local community. The Children Centre is open every week day and during the holidays. All of the team will be happy to meet parents and carers to give help, advice and support relating to the following issues:

• Citizens Advice
• Parenting Support and Advice
• ESOL classes
• Vaccination clinics
• Access to Midwives and Health Visitors practitioners
• Take Your Pick sessions
• Baby and Toddler session
• Benefits advice
• Food Bank Vouchers
• Disability Living Allowance applications
• Cost of Living information
• Training and employment advice
• Activities for children during half-term breaks
• Advice on support available within Lambeth

In these difficult times any of us can find ourselves in challenging situations. Should you need support, please contact Mrs Fraga, or the staff at the Children's Centre, who can support with food vouchers discreetly.

Our Children Centre team have a great deal of knowledge and expertise and are a fantastic asset to have working with us at Stockwell. Please feel welcome to pop in and find out more during their opening times.

The Gaia Centre provides support for Lambeth residents affected by gender-based violence, including domestic abuse. It’s closed on 29th March and April 1st, 2024, but has an out-of-hours on-call service: 07725245779. Normal hours are 8am-6pm Monday – Friday. It also offers services for young people and advice for practitioners. Tel: 020 7733 8724, E: lambethvawg@refuge.org.uk.

Helpline support is available:

• National Domestic Abuse Helpline, 24/7
• Women’s Aid live chat, daily 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• Men’s Advice Line, weekdays, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Samaritans Helpline, 24/7
• Childline 24/7
• In emergencies, call 999

Support online:

Kooth is a free online mental health and wellbeing service available to all young people in Lambeth aged 10-25. It is a self-referral service, where young people have access to fully-qualified online counsellors until 10pm every single day of the year. There is also a range of other support including: an online interactive magazine, discussion boards, self-help tools, and wellbeing activities.

The new Lambeth microsite to accompany the ‘It’s Not That Deep’ campaign is aimed specifically at young people and contains information for those experiencing harassment, those wanting to become allies, and those who are doing the harmful behaviour.

You can view useful resources on emotional wellbeing and mental health support services for children in Lambeth.

For the latest Lambeth VAWG news and campaigns please go to: https://linktr.ee/lambethvawg

We have an engagement hub with a specific page focused on what we can do to improve public safety for women and girls which asks residents and visitors to tell us where in Lambeth they feel safe and unsafe by placing a pin on the Map. Please sign up for email updates about the project using the ‘follow’ button on the new site.

If you have a safeguarding concern about a child during the holidays, please make use of the following contacts:

• Lambeth Integrated Referral Hub (Education & Children's Social Care): Office Hours: 020 7926 3100 | Out-of-Hours: 020 7926 5555
• Emergency Duty Team: Out-of-Hours: 020 7926 5555
• Police (Immediate Danger): 999
• Lambeth CAMHS (Mental Health Crisis Support): 020 3228 7370

A new child comes into care every day in Lambeth. Many of these children will need the love and stability that a foster carer can provide.

What is fostering?

Being a foster parent means caring for someone else’s child as part of your family. Foster carers look after children who are unable to live with their parents, through no fault of their own. You'll be given lots of training and support, as well as allowances to cover living costs, the costs of food, travel and for the time you'll need to invest in supporting any child in your care.

Who can foster?

Lambeth Fostering welcome applications from everyone with a passion for caring. You just need to be over 21, have a spare room, good written and spoken English, and permanent UK residency.

Find out how you can be the difference: www.lambeth.gov.uk/be-the-difference

Have you downloaded the BJS Federation parent app?

Stay abreast of school events, book trips, clubs and give permission.

If you are finding it difficult to find your way around the app, check out our guide below.