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Issue 32 - Friday 26 May 2023
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Next Week is Half Term
Monday 29 May 2023 - Friday 2 June 2023
Monday 5 June 2023
Annual Review Day / Training Day
School is CLOSED to pupils
Tuesday 6 June 2023
Back to school for all pupils - 9am
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Dear Families
Have a lovely half-term and enjoy the sunshine.
Mrs Rigby
Headteacher
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SPORTS WEEK
CHANGE OF ARRANGEMENTS
Dear Parents/ Carers,
There has been a change to Sports Week to accommodate the exams. (Best of luck to the students sitting their exams!)
Sports week will be taking place Tuesday 6th June - Friday 9th June 2023
On this day please make sure you send your child in with their PE kit and a top to represent their house colour.
The pupils will be outside for large periods of the day, please make sure your child has plenty of water and sun cream with them.
Here are the days / times:
- Tuesday 6th June
Key Stage 5/Sixth Form (including Year 11 to support with transition)\
- Parents / Carers can attend from 13.50-15.00 (1.50pm-3pm) if you wish
- Wednesday 7th June
Key Stage 4 (yr 9/10)
- Parents/ Carers can attend from 13:50 - 15:00 (1.50pm-3pm) if you wish.
- Thursday 8th June
Pathway 1
- Parents/ Carers can attend from 13:50 - 15:00 (1.50pm - 3pm) if you wish.
- Friday 9th June
Key Stage 3 (yr 7/8)
- Parents / Carers can attend from 11:25am - 12:45pm if you wish.
There will be NO parking on site unless you have a blue badge for personal use only. Please contact reception if you wish to reserve a parking space.
Please let me know if there are any questions.
Thanks
Mr Anstee
Faculty Leader, PE
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 Meadow High School Hello
Youtube Channel
– Lots of Stories to enjoy!
Extended Learning: Half term is a really a important time to relax and get ready for the busy final part of the year so no pressure... However, if you get a moment, please remember our youtube channel where you’ll find a wide of stories to enjoy. Listening to stories can help boost reading and language skills;
- spark your imagination and stimulate curiosity
- help your brain, social skills and communication skills develop
- help learn new words as you read. Subconsciously, you will absorb information on how to structure sentences and how to use words and other language features effectively
- help with develop understanding of how to read, modelling pacing, proper intonation (using voice for expression) and correct pronunciation whilst immersing children in stories
- help develop comprehension skills – a crucial part of reading
- help inspire a love of books and reading – a life-long learning tool
We will be posting two new stories on Thursday 1st June. The stories this month are:
  
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August and His Smile
by Catherine Rayner
read by Miss Willis
& signed by Miss Bonnar
Augustus the tiger is sad. He has lost his smile. So he does a HUGE tigery stretch and sets off to find it and the adventure begins! [A good chance to practise your signing skills!]
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The Hunger Games Mockingjay
by Suzanne Collins
read by Miss McGee.
[This is a young adult book.]
She has chosen an intriguing chapter from the final book in this story. This writer is a master at descriptive writing – if you want to build your skills have a listen to see how it’s done!
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MHS Library Refurbishment Update:
We’re SO nearly there!
Thanks to the support of our amazing school governors, we are in the position to say that our new library is ready to go!
The library will be closed for a final time from Monday 5th June to Monday 26th June 2023. This is so the carpet crew and then library fitters can do their magic! This project will also provide storage in the corridor, freeing up library space for our students whilst ensuring staff can access the resources they need easily.
WE NEED YOUR HELP: We obviously want to reopen the library as soon as possible. If you could offer some time to help restock the shelves on Wednesday 21st June 2023 [morning or afternoon], please contact Miss Gaafar on agaafar@meadowhighschool.org, she will be delighted to hear from you!
Staff have restocked their class reading books to ensure our students have suitable reading materials to keep us going, we need to ask for your patience one last time – because this is what we will gain in return! We have planned the space to maximise accessibility, all the seating is moveable and shelving is at a range of heights. In addition, the story wall will provide a space to sit and think and the bigger library space is separated into smaller areas with seating to create quieter moments in what can be a busy school. The study zone is an area we are excited to develop further and of course more shelves = more books. Our Reading Champions will be helping us make sure our students are involved in this so we get it right!
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[For more information, please feel free to contact Mrs. Sugden on asugden@meadowhighschool.org]
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PROM 2023:
As we are involved in packing up ready for the start of our next exciting new build, we are doing things a little differently this year. Please don’t worry, it will still be fun and totally fabulous – our students deserve no less! We will post more information after the half-term break however we would be grateful for your help if you get a minute over half-term.
We need lots of brightly coloured material for an idea we’re developing. If you have any clothes, duvet covers, sheets, scarfs – any lightweight material you are getting rid of, please send our way.
Mrs Sugden & Mrs Tudor
[on behalf of the Prom Team]
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9LD went to the Battle of Britain Bunker
They were able to ask and answer lots of questions about World War 2. They saw the operations room and some original artefacts. They tried on uniforms whilst looking around the museum and listened to a true story about Flight Lieutenant James Nicholson, who had received the Victoria cross for his efforts during the war.
Mrs Daniels
Teacher - 9LD
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11ZK & 10BA - Trip to the Natural History Museum
11ZK and 10BA went to the Natural History Museum last Thursday as part of their studies in Science.
They have been learning about the topic of 'Extinction' and enjoyed exploring the museum and learning about a range of prehistoric species - especially the Dinosaurs!
They also had the opportunity to attend the exhibition 'Titanosaur- Life as the Biggest Dinosaur'
Miss Khan
Teacher 11ZK
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Pathway 1 Visit to Aldenham Country Park
A group of pupils from Pathway 1, Key stage 4/5, enjoyed visiting Aldenham Country park in Hertfordshire this week.
Pupils enjoyed feeding the sheep. We saw baby goats, piglets, cows, rabbits, guinea pigs and more. The alpacas were pleased to see us and came over to say “hello.” The weather was lovely and we enjoyed a picnic close to the 100 acre wood!
Himesh thought the peacock was; “absolutely amazing when he showed off his feathers!”
Mrs Evans
Pathway 1 Teacher
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Pathway 1 - Sixth Form - Afternoon Tea
This week, our friends at Langley Haven Care Home came to visit Meadow High School for an Afternoon Tea. They were hosted by our Pathway 1 Sixth Form classes MP and IM. Pupils put lots of effort into preparing for the Afternoon Tea and made a variety of sandwiches, cakes, scones and drinks. A menu was also made on the computer by our pupils. Classes MP and IM were very brave and all worked together to serve food and drinks, using their communication skills to interact with the residents. Throughout the afternoon, Mr Whittle provided a relaxing and enjoyable ambience with his excellent piano playing skills. He really brought The Ritz to Meadow High School! The afternoon was finished off by an amazing rendition of 'Daisy Daisy' with our pupils singing and signing.
A wonderful time was had by all, and we look forward to inviting them in again soon.
Mr Parker & Mrs Merabti
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Pathway 1 - Key Stage 4 Trip To Mrs Tiggywinkles
Key stage 4 pupils in Pathway 1, enjoyed their trip to Tiggywinkles - The Wildlife Hospital Trust to support their learning of ‘Living Things and Habitats’. The pupils learned interesting facts about the British wildlife and met a 100 year old tortoise. Pupils enjoyed their picnic in the splendid weather.
Mrs Majidi and Mrs Evans
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Year 14 - Thorpe Park Trip
Year 14’s enjoyed a lovely day at Thorpe Park on Wednesday which they had planned themselves as part of moving on. Students were able to research places to go on a budget and work out how best to get there. The weather was amazing, they all had a brilliant day, and we’re really brave going on the rides.
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Summer Holiday Club
31st July – 4th August 2023
7th August – 11th August 2023
14th August – 18th August 2023
Open now on ParentPay
PSD will be back to run their holiday sports club with more fun activities to keep your children entertained for a few weeks over Summer.
The day runs from 9am – 3pm, and you must send your child with a packed lunch.
Mr P Heffernan
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NEW SCHOOL TOURS (ROYAL LANE SITE)
Past pupils, families and staff are invited to book onto one of our school tours on the following dates:
Friday 30th June 2023
Friday 14th July 2023
Gather from 12.00pm, tour starts promptly at 12.15pm.
If you would like to come to one of the tours you must book your place(s) prior to attending, as there is a limit on numbers. Please call School Reception to check availability and book (01895 443310).
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This Week on
Meadow Twitter
https://twitter.com/MeadowHighSch
Pathway 1 Centreparks Visit
Friday Enrichment Activities
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Calendar / Letters Home / Lunches
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Monday 29 May -
Friday 2 June 2023
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HALF TERM
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Monday 5 June 2023
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ANNUAL REVIEW DAY / TRAINING DAY
School is CLOSED to pupils
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Tuesday 6 June
- Friday 9 June 2023
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Sports Week
Please check your child's day below and the times parents may attend:
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Tuesday 6 June 2023
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Sports Day - Key Stage 5 and Year 11
(including Yr 11 to support with transition)
Parents can attend 1.50pm-3pm (if you wish)
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Wednesday 7 June 2023
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Sports Day - Key Stage 4 (yr 9/10)
Parents can attend 1.50pm - 3pm (if you wish)
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Thursday 8 June 2023
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Sports Day - Pathway 1
Parents can attend 1.50pm-3pm (if you wish)
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Friday 9 June 2023
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Sports Day - Key Stage 3 (Yr 7/8)
Parents can attend 11.25am-12.45pm (if you wish)
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Monday 19 June 2023 - Friday 23 June 2023
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Meadow Festival of Colour
(Inclusivity and Diversity celebration week)
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Friday 23 June 2023
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Whole School Parade Day
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Wednesday 28 June 2023
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Eid al Adha Celebration Day in School
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Friday 30 June 2023
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New School Tour (Royal Lane Site)
12.15pm
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Friday 30 June 2023
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Leavers Ceremony (time to be confirmed)
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3 - 6 July 2023
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Annual Reports sent home
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Tuesday 4 July 2023
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Transition Day
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Tuesday 11 July 2023
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Parents Evening
4pm - 7pm
More information to follow
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Thursday 13 July 2023
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PROM (Invitation only)
7pm
More information to follow
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Friday 14 July 2023
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New School Tour (Royal Lane Site)
12.15pm
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Friday 21 July 2023
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Last day of term - school finishes at 2pm
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School Lunches
Tuesday 6 June 2023 - Friday 9 June 2023
We will be on Week 1 (Menu below)
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Here is a printable version of the menu: PDF: Spring Summer 2023 Menu
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Keeping Pupils Safe Online
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News & Events in the Community
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MRS BULLEN (MEADOW TA) IS RAISING FUNDS AND AWARENESS FOR CALM
(Campaign Against Living Miserably)
125 lives are lost every week to suicide
and 75% of all UK suicides are male
CALM currently spends 80% of its expenditure on delivering mental health services which are answering calls and webchats on their helpline; working with communities across the country; and campaigning for better awareness and understanding of suicide and its devastating impact it has on families and loved ones.
I have decided to do a 25km charity walk on Saturday 24th June 2023 to raise money for CALM in respect of my brother who we sadly lost and for everyone that is suffering with mental health issues and needs support.
Thank you for reading my story and I appreciate anything that you can give to ensure this charity can continue to provide the mental health services that are desperately needed in these stressful times.
https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/lisa-bullen3?utm_source=Sharethis&utm_medium=fundraising&utm_content=lisa-bullen3&utm_campaign=pfp-email&utm_term=a89927e8139f436790a42078a455cfda
Here is the link to the CALM website for further information
https://www.thecalmzone.net/
Thank you
Mrs L Bullen
Teaching Assistant at Meadow
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Brunel University are restarting the Children and Young People’s Wheelchair Basketball sessions on the dates below before restarting in full September 2023.
Any child with movement difficulties can join, this includes both wheelchair and non-wheelchair users. I have attached a campus map to support with directions. The Wheelchair Basketball Club is not specific to Hillingdon only, families outside of the Hillingdon Borough are invited to attend also.
It is £5 for children (with a disability) and £3 for sibling (without disability) and free for the first session.
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Thursday 25th may
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Session 1
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6-7pm
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Sports Hall
Sports Centre, Brunel University London, Uxbridge, UB8 3PH, United Kingdom
Parking on site is free
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Thursday 1st June
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Session 2
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Thursday 8th June
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Session 3
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Thursday 15th June
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Session 4
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Thursday 22nd June
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Session 5
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Thursday 29th June
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Session 6
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Thursday 6th July
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Session 7
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If parents have any questions, please signpost them to our email address: kidspace@brunel.ac.uk
PDF: Brunel Campus Map
Kind regards,
Stephanie Exley
Occupational Therapist
Brunel University London
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Could you Foster a Child?
For Foster Care Fortnight (15th to 28th May) we'll be celebrating the remarkable people who provide care and support for children, babies and young people in need of a loving home.
We are always looking for more people to become foster carers and change the lives of children for the better. We're hosting a range of events to help those interested in becoming foster carers find out more about what's involved.
https://www.hillingdon.gov.uk/fostering
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HACS Events in June.
Please find below some events Hillingdon Autistic Care and Support are running soon. Please visit their website for further information and to book your place. https://www.hacs.org.uk/what-s-on
*Autism Surgery F2F*
Who can attend an Autism Surgery? Members, non-members and professionals who are supporting children/families with autism. This session is free to attend
Date: Wednesday 07th June
*Coffee Morning with Stronger Families*
This is a chance for parents/carers to meet up in a relaxed atmosphere, enjoy tea or coffee and a sweet treat alongside our Family Support Team and access up-to-date information about what’s going on both at HACS and locally.
Date: Wednesday 14th June
*Training Autism & Sensory Differences*
A training workshop for parents/carers and professionals. This workshop will cover how autistic people experience the sensory world, tips on creating a sensory profile and provide a toolkit of strategies to use including a creating your own sensory resources! *If you are member contact for the discount code*
Date: Tuesday 13th June 2023
*Adult Social – Pottery Painting*
Date: Wednesday 14th June 2023
*VIRTUAL Autism Surgery AM/PM *
Who can attend an Autism Surgery? Members, non-members and professionals who are supporting children/families with autism. This session is free to attend.(Please arrive at the start of the session)
Date: Wednesday 21st June
*Training Autism: Promoting Positive Behaviour*
A training webinar for parents/carers and professionals to understand the functions of behaviour and identify what may cause an autistic meltdown. We will look at adjusting environments and provide tools to support autistic people using a positive behaviour approach.
Date: Tuesday 18th July
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Job vacancies are advertised on the Crinklerecruitment.com website.
Applications must be made via the Crinklerecruitment.com website.
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DESIGNATED SAFEGUARDING LEAD
JOB REFERENCE: CJ3182
Advert Posted On: 02/05/2023
Post Start Date: September 2023
Closing date: 29/05/2023
Closing time: 11:59 AM
Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
Following the expansion of our school we are seeking to recruit a Safeguarding Lead.
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TEACHING ASSISTANTS
JOB REFERENCE: CJ3224
Advert Posted On: 09/05/2023
Post Start Date: ASAP
Closing date: 05/06/2023
Closing time: 11:59 AM
Teaching Assistant(s)
We have a choice of contracts available to start as soon as possible:
Click here for more details.
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Email: meadow@meadowhighschool.org
Reporting Pupil Absence: attendance@meadowhighschool.org
Telephone: 01895 443310
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