St Edmund’s In September, St. Edmund’s welcomed a new Executive Head, Helen Biles-Wood into the school community. We also welcomed new members to our staffing team, all of whom are already making a positive contribution to school life. During Term 1, we were fortunate to welcome Paralympic champion Katrina Hart to our school. Her visit made a significant impact, inspiring and motivating pupils to persevere and embody the value of resilience. With the support of FOSE (Friends of Saint Edmund’s), we were able to invite, The Rise Theatre Company, to deliver a performance of their new show: ‘The Treasure Within’. This production successfully engaged the whole school while reinforcing the seven principles of Catholic Social Teaching. Our children shone through our school RE inspection report and inspectors noted many strengths for us to celebrate, including our; ‘strong family community, where all are cared for and valued, especially those most vulnerable’. We offered a ‘Light Party’ on Halloween to all children of the school. This was a very special occasion during the half term led by our talented LSA Mrs Butler. During Term 2, we welcomed Father Vincent into school to offer the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Members of our Chaplaincy Team participated in a special reflection session delivered by the Chaplaincy Team at St. Louis, strengthening spiritual development across both schools. Our Year 6 pupils also led a reverent Remembrance service for the school. Pupil leadership continues to grow through our new Enrichment teams, which include the School Council, Eco Ambassadors, Anti-Bullying Ambassadors, Arts Council, Chaplaincy Team, and Well-being Teams. These groups have provided pupils with increased opportunity to influence school life and contribute to whole-school initiatives. In addition, our newly formed school choir has already made a positive contribution to the wider community, performing at a local care home and during our Christingle service. We remain grateful for the generosity of our families, particularly during this year’s Harvest collection for the local food bank. Contributions were exceptional, with one family donating an entire wheelbarrow of food! The school recently took part in the local Lantern Parade for the Christmas light switch-on. From all the pupils and staff of St. Edmund’s, we wish you all a very happy Christmas and New Year.
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