Parent & School Newsletters

Friday 2nd October 2026

Can you believe we are already in Week 4? Time is flying by at Acton Gardens Primary School, but we are taking a moment this week to focus on something truly special: Compassionomics.

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Friday 18th September 2026

It has been wonderful to see our school community come back together over the past two weeks. There has been a real sense of energy, excitement and purpose across the school as we begin another year of learning together for the future.

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Friday 4th September 2026

On Thursday, we welcomed back all our families after the long six-week summer break, and what a joy it was to see the corridors buzzing with energy again. The staff were already back in school on Wednesday for a day of learning, focusing on creating a culture where every child can belong and thrive, as well as reviewing some important updates to safeguarding and medical procedures.

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Friday 10th January 2025

Welcome back to all our Acton Gardens families and we would love to wish you all a very Happy New Year! As we kick off the second term of our academic year, we hope you had a restful and joyful Christmas break. View or Download Here

Friday 4th October 2024

What a fantastic week we’ve had at Acton Gardens Primary School! Our sports excellence continues to grow as some of our children took part in a local Bowling Tournament and proudly won first place, bringing home gold medals and a shiny new trophy.

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Friday 11th October 2024

I can hardly believe we are already at the end of week 6 of the Autumn 1 half-term! This week, we had a very successful Local Authority visit, with many strengths identified across the school

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Summer Term - June 2024

What has been happening this term? We have been working
incredibly hard on our whole school development.

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Newsletters Archive

Friday 24th April 2026

We hope you have been enjoying the beautiful sunshine we’ve been having lately; it certainly makes the playground a much brighter place to be. It has been such a joy to see the children making the most of the weather and staying so engaged with their learning. We have an incredibly busy few weeks ahead with plenty of events to look forward to, so do make sure to check the dates below. We are having a wonderful time in school at the moment, and we can’t wait to share these upcoming experiences with you all.

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Monday 13th April 2026

Whole School Announcements:

• As a school we will be celebrating World Autism Acceptance Month and this will start with an assembly for all of our children tomorrow. There will be further information sent out about how we are celebrating this month.

• On Thursday 30th April we will be inviting the children to wear their own clothes to school to celebrate the end of World Autism Acceptance Month.

• KS1 (Year 1 and 2) Class Photos will be on Wednesday 20th May.

• EYFS and KS2 (Year 3, 4, 5, 6) Class Photos will be on Friday 22nd May.

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Friday 13th March 2026

The LTM have been in to work with Year 5 not once, but twice! And they’ll be in again before Easter to continue their work around sustainability. In Maths Y5 have been learning about decimals, which can always be tricky – we’re proud of how hard they’ve all been trying! In reading and writing the year 5 work has centred around The Silver Sword. The Year 5 children have demonstrated incredible maturity reading a book with very serious themes, based during and immediately after World War 2.

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Friday 13th February 2026

Clearly the highlight over the last 2 weeks was the trip to the London Eye! What a day out! The children represented the school beautifully on the trip, and they all had a thoroughly enjoyable day out. They also got to experience seeing the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, and the London Skyline. We also had the absolute pleasure of watching Dahlia classes sharing assembly all about the Fire of London! What an absolute masterclass – we are so proud of Dahlia Class and Miss Michael! After half-term, you’re invited to join the Parent Reading Cafe where you will be Spring has sprung… a leak! A very wet half-term welcome to come into your child’s class and share in a reading lesson with them – this will be on Tuesday 3rd March at 9am. A very important, exciting date is Wednesday 4th March when Sunflower Class will be doing their sharing assembly at 9:15 and 2:30 to make sure you have plenty of options to attend.

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Friday 30th January 2026

It has been a busy two weeks in Nursery! Our little explorers have loved learning about farm and zoo animals. We asked for a giraffe for the playground, but the office said no, something about the height of the trees! In Phonics, we have been practicing the ‘o’ sound. We are also using the NELI program to help us become amazing storytellers. It is wonderful to see the children using so many new words. This shows their great behaviour and hard work. Next week, we will learn about where animals live. We are so proud of our clever learners!

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Friday 16th January 2026

Happy New Year and a very warm welcome to 2026 and the start of the Spring Term! It is hard to believe that we are already two weeks in; time, it seems, moves even faster when children are happily settled and learning with enthusiasm. This is our first newsletter of the year, and our first week back was intentionally calm, giving everyone the chance to ease gently into routines, reconnect with friends and staff, and remind ourselves where we left our reading books.

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Friday 19th December 2025

It has been a fortnight full to the brim with learning, laughter and a fair sprinkling of festive sparkle, so thank you for your patience while we bring you a bumper edition of our weekly news. We began the period in fine sporting style, with some of our Key Stage 1 pupils proudly representing the school at an athletics tournament and returning with well-earned bronze medals. Reception Iris Class also enjoyed a magical trip to the Lyric Theatre in Hammersmith to see The Father Christmas Show, an experience that brought stories vividly to life and reminded us all just how powerful learning beyond the classroom can be.

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Friday 5th December 2025

What a joyful and bustling week it has been here at Acton Gardens Primary School. Reception’s Lavender Class set the tone beautifully with their trip to the Lyric Theatre in Hammersmith to see Father Christmas. The children returned full of wonder, excitement and more than a few ideas about what might be going on at the North Pole right now. Miss Richards, our fantastic EYFS and Year 1 leader, also hosted an open morning for prospective parents this week. It was a pleasure to welcome new families into the building and to showcase the warm, purposeful learning environment that defines our early years provision.

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Friday 28th November 2025

What a vibrant week it has been at AGPS! We began on Monday with our wonderful Year 1 Peony Class welcoming parents for a cosy and joyful parent–child reading session. Thank you to everyone who joined us; there’s something special about seeing little readers beam with pride as they share their books. Throughout the day, families also enjoyed our parent food-tasting sessions led by ISS and Ms Kisiedu, giving everyone a flavour (literally!) of the high-quality meals our children enjoy each day. Meanwhile, our girls’ football team, under the energetic leadership of Ms Dynott, headed off to Goals Hayes for a fantastic afternoon of teamwork, resilience and plenty of muddy knees; always a sign of commitment on the pitch!

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Friday 21st November 2025

What a whirlwind week it has been at Acton Gardens Primary, one of those weeks that reminds us why our school is such a vibrant, and ambitious place to learn. Year 6 started us off in style with their trip to the Odeon Richmond to watch Kensuke’s Kingdom, returning full of inspiration. They also continued their swimming lessons, making great progress and demonstrating remarkable resilience in the water. Meanwhile, our Year 5 teachers ventured to the London Transport Museum for specialist training that builds on the fantastic work in Year 4, proof that learning doesn’t stop with the children! Several pupils proudly represented us at a gymnastics festival at Featherstone High School, performing with the confidence and grace of budding Olympians.

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Friday 14th November 2025

What a fantastic week it has been at Acton Gardens Primary School, one that showcased kindness, community, and a whole lot of enthusiasm! We started the week on Monday with Odd Socks Day to launch Anti-Bullying Week. The playground looked wonderfully mismatched as children proudly wore their brightest, funniest, and most spectacular socks to celebrate uniqueness. On Tuesday, we continued the theme with our whole-school anti-bullying assembly, where children were challenged to “catch someone being kind” as part of the Power for Good message. We also held a thoughtful Armistice Day assembly, reflecting on the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought for the freedoms we enjoy today.

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Friday 7th November 2025

Welcome back, everyone! After a well-earned half-term break, it’s been wonderful to see the school buzzing once again with happy faces and purposeful learning. This week has been a relatively calm one by Acton Gardens standards (which, of course, still means plenty going on!). On Monday, our talented music teacher returned to work with Year 4, introducing them to the junior saxophone — the sound of jazz drifting down the corridors was a real treat. The children showed great enthusiasm (and, thankfully, a developing sense of volume control!). It’s always lovely to see pupils exploring new instruments and discovering the joy of making music together.

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Friday 24th October 2025

We missed our newsletter last week, so this one’s a bumper edition, and what a week it was at Acton Gardens last week! On Monday, our school governor Naema visited to meet with Ms Hylton, our Maths Lead, to see the wonderful maths learning taking place across the school. On Tuesday, Year 3 enjoyed an inspiring trip to the Tate Modern, returning full of creative ideas and colourful sketches. Wednesday was packed with excitement as Year 5 set off early for their visit to The Living Rainforest, exploring tropical plants and exotic creatures before returning slightly muddy but very enthusiastic.

Friday 10th October 2025

What a week it has been here at Acton Gardens, we’re truly in full swing now, and the school is buzzing with activity (and possibly the faint smell of science experiments!). We started our Monday with a lucky group of children heading out for a ten-pin bowling trip; a fantastic way to kick off the week with teamwork, fun, and a few very impressive strikes. We also welcomed our English Link Governor, Emily Chalk, who spent time in classrooms talking with teachers and children about their love of reading and writing.

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Friday 3rd October 2025

What a week it has been at Acton Gardens! We started Monday with the last day of the Book Fair, which has been a huge success with children (and quite a few parents!) excitedly choosing their next great read. On Tuesday, our Year 1 pupils set off for their very first trip of the year – to none other than Buckingham Palace. They represented our school with exemplary manners, curiosity and a touch of wide-eyed wonder. It was wonderful to see them asking questions and soaking in the history of such a grand location. Meanwhile, Jasmine from Artis continued her inspiring workshops with Year 3 and Year 5, helping children to explore creativity, expression, and confidence through the arts.

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Friday 26th September 2025

We’ve officially reached the halfway mark of Autumn 1, and what a busy and inspiring week it has been at Acton Gardens! Our Senior Leadership Team hosted the first Full Governing Board meeting of the academic year, where we shared our ambitions and the exciting direction for the school. Alongside this, our corridors have been buzzing with excitement as the Book Fair came to school, giving children (and parents!) the chance to discover new favourites to curl up with. Reading truly is at the heart of everything we do, and it was wonderful to see so many families stopping by to support the event.

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Friday 19th September 2025

What a week of connection and leadership we’ve had! Many thanks to all the families who came to the “Meet the Phase Leader” meetings for Phases 1, 2, and 3. It’s been wonderful to share our vision, answer your questions, and hear your thoughts about how we can work together for the best possible learning environment. These sessions are one of the many ways we ensure Acton Gardens is a school shaped by its community, rooted in collaboration.

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Friday 12th September 2025

What a fantastic start to the new school year we’ve had here at Acton Gardens Primary! Monday saw Ms Patel leading the Headteachers’ Meeting, where she set out her inspiring vision and ambition for our school community. It was a wonderful reminder of the high standards we hold and the exciting journey ahead of us. Throughout the week we also welcomed parents and carers into school for our ‘Meet the Teacher’ sessions. It was lovely to see so many families engaging with their child’s learning and getting a flavour of what’s to come this term. One parent did ask if they could swap places with their child and come back to school themselves – we’re taking that as a compliment!

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Friday 5th September 2025

On Wednesday, we welcomed back all our families after the long six-week summer break, and what a joy it was to see the corridors buzzing with energy again. There’s something quite special about that first day back, the excitement of new shoes that are still shiny, pencil pots filled with never-been-used stationery, and the chatter of children swapping holiday stories. For our youngest pupils, their school journey begins next Monday, while our oldest returned with the confidence of seasoned experts. It reminded us all that primary school is a place of beginnings, milestones, and everything in between.

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Tuesday 2nd September 2025

Welcome back to a brand-new academic year at Acton Gardens Primary School! We hope you and your families had a wonderful summer and are ready for an exciting Autumn Term ahead. The children’s first day back is Wednesday 3rd September (tomorrow!), and we can’t wait to see the classrooms buzzing with energy and smiles once again. There’s plenty happening straight away, so keep those diaries handy; this September is going to be busy, inspiring and (dare we say) fun!

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Friday 27th June 2025

What a week it’s been at Acton Gardens! We began with the long-awaited unveiling of our OFSTED report, and we’re absolutely delighted to have been rated ‘Good’ in all areas. If you haven’t had a chance to read it yet, it’s well worth a cup of tea and a biscuit (or two) – you can find it here. This outcome is a reflection of the dedication and passion of our staff, the support of our incredible parent community, and, of course, our wonderful children.

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Friday 20th June 2025

Last week was a truly exceptional one at Acton Gardens Primary School, filled with memorable moments that showcased the breadth and quality of our provision. As part of National Sports Week, our pupils had the incredible opportunity to take part in a range of physical activities, including a visit from Olympic bronze medalist Victoria Ohuruogu. Her inspiring workshops with every class brought energy and motivation to all, and she left our pupils buzzing with excitement.

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Friday 13th June 2025

We have now completed Week 2 of Summer Term 2, and what a fantastic week it has been here at Acton Gardens Primary School! Our Year 5 and 6 pupils returned on Wednesday from an unforgettable school journey to Danbury. From Monday to Wednesday, they threw themselves into outdoor adventures including rock climbing, zip lining, and camping under the stars for two nights. The children demonstrated remarkable teamwork, resilience, and courage throughout the experience, making it truly the trip of a lifetime.

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Friday 16th May 2025

This week was a truly exceptional one at AGPS, packed with inspiring learning experiences, creativity, and community spirit. Our incredible Year 6 pupils showed real maturity and determination as they sat their Key Stage 2 SATs examinations. We were so proud to see so many of them joining us for our pre-SAT’s breakfasts, creating a calm and positive start to each day. As a reward for their hard work, the children enjoyed a fantastic day out at Gunnersbury Park on Friday, an opportunity to relax, celebrate, and reflect on all they’ve achieved.

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Friday 9th May 2025

It was another inspiring week at AGPS, filled with enriching opportunities and proud achievements across all year groups. The week began on Tuesday following the May Day Bank Holiday, and we hope all our families enjoyed the extra day of rest and relaxation. Our Year 2 children continued their swimming lessons with great enthusiasm, building essential life skills and confidence in the water. On Thursday, a group of Year 3 and Year 4 pupils represented the school at a cricket tournament hosted by Selborne Primary School. They displayed fantastic teamwork, sportsmanship, and energy throughout the event. Well done to all who took part!

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Friday 2nd May 2025

Last week was a vibrant and productive one at AGPS, reflecting the dedication and ambition that define our school community. Senior leaders met with class teachers for our termly Pupil Progress Meetings, a key opportunity to reflect on each child’s development and identify the next steps in their learning journey. We also welcomed Mary Collier, one of our committed school governors, who met with Miss Rose, our SENDCo, to review the progress of our SEND provision and continue driving high standards of inclusive education across the school.

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Friday 25th April 2025

Welcome back to all our families after what we hope was a restful and enjoyable break. It’s hard to believe we’re already in the penultimate half-term of the year – time certainly flies when you’re part of a thriving, energetic school community like ours! We jumped straight back into action this week, with Year 2 diving into their swimming lessons on Tuesday, showing courage and enthusiasm as they built water confidence and new skills from the very start.

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Friday 4th April 2025

This week was a truly special one at Acton Gardens, filled with celebration, learning, and a real sense of community. On Monday, many of our colleagues and families marked the end of Ramadan by celebrating Eid with their loved ones — we hope everyone who celebrated had a joyful and peaceful time. Meanwhile, back at school, some of our KS2 children took part in a Netball tournament, showing great sportsmanship and teamwork. We were also proud to welcome our Chair of Governors, Pete Bainbridge, for a Design and Technology learning walk, expertly led by Miss Titus, our Head of DT. It was a fantastic opportunity to showcase the creativity and innovation that runs through our D&T curriculum.

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Friday 28th March 2025

This week, our school has been buzzing with activity and we are proud of all our pupils for their continued enthusiasm and participation. On Monday, our Year 6 children began their Mock SATs week, and we couldn’t be prouder of how maturely they conducted themselves throughout, showing a strong understanding of exam expectations. Meanwhile, some of our AGPS girls represented the school at a rugby tournament hosted by Ealing Trailfinders, showcasing brilliant teamwork and determination.

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Friday 21st March 2025

This week has been filled with exciting learning experiences and achievements across all year groups! Year 1 pupils have been working hard to prepare for their upcoming phonics screening check next term, showing great enthusiasm and progress. Meanwhile, Year 4 Dahlia Class continued their swimming lessons on Tuesday, building their confidence and skills in the water. A huge congratulations to our Ten Pin Bowling Team, who competed in the West London Tournament on Wednesday and secured an impressive second place!

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Friday 14th March 2025

This week, Acton Gardens was buzzing with excitement as we celebrated British Science Week! To kickstart the week, students from Years 3, 4, and 5 took part in an interactive Science Workshop on Monday. Our students explored the wonders of science through a variety of engaging activities. The poster competition saw students researching famous scientists or this year’s theme, “Change and Adapt,” creating creative and informative posters.

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Friday 7th March 2025

This week at AGPS has been packed with exciting activities! We started with a phonics workshop for our EYFS parents, expertly led by Miss Richards, our Phase 1 Leader. Parents learned valuable strategies to support their children’s early reading skills. Year 5 and 6 parents also joined us for a special reading café hosted by Mr. Hackman, where they shared books and reading time with their children.

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Friday 28th February 2025

This week at AGPS has been filled with exciting activities and achievements. Monday marked our return after the half-term break, and while it was a relatively quiet start, we introduced our brand-new state-of-the-art fobbing system. This upgrade strengthens the security of our school entrances and exits, reinforcing our commitment to safeguarding. Our dedicated SENDCo, Miss Rose, held one-on-one meetings with every teacher to discuss SEND needs and explore strategies to enhance teaching and learning.

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Friday 14th February 2025

What an exciting and eventful week it has been at Acton Gardens Primary School as we wrap up the Spring 1 half-term! On Monday, our boys’ football team showcased their skills and determination at the Goals Hayes football tournament, competing fiercely in several matches. Their hard work paid off as they secured third place overall—an incredible achievement!

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Friday 7th February 2025

We have now reached the end of the 20th week of the academic year, marking the halfway point! This is a great time to reflect on the fantastic progress our children have made so far, both academically and personally. Their enthusiasm, resilience, and curiosity continue to shine, and we are so proud of everything they have achieved. A huge thank you to our wonderful staff and families for their continued support in making Acton Gardens such a vibrant and nurturing learning community.

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Friday 31st January 2025

This week started on a calm note, with Monday bringing the soothing sounds of piano lessons filling our halls. Our Reception children also had the opportunity to explore nature in their Forest School session, learning through hands-on outdoor experiences. Meanwhile, behind the scenes, our Deputy Head and Attendance Champion, Mr. Swarbrick, met with Diane from the Local Authority to discuss strategies for improving attendance across the school, ensuring that every child gets the most out of their learning.

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Friday 24th January 2025

We’ve had a truly action-packed week at AGPS! On Monday, some of our KS1 children proudly represented the school at the Multiskills Festival at Ealing Trailfinders, showing off their talents and teamwork. They returned with shiny medals and big smiles—well done to everyone who participated!

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Friday 17th January 2025

It’s been a relatively quiet week at Acton Gardens Primary School, but that doesn’t mean we haven’t been busy with some exciting and important activities! Our Pupil Progress meetings for Years 2 to 6 provided a great opportunity for teachers and senior leaders to catch up on how students are doing, discuss any attainment gaps, and make plans to help everyone thrive.

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Friday 10th January 2025

Welcome back to all our Acton Gardens families and we would love to wish you all a very Happy New Year! As we kick off the second term of our academic year, we hope you had a restful and joyful Christmas break.

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Friday 20th December 2024

As we conclude another remarkable term at Acton Gardens Primary School, we are thrilled to share the highlights from a truly festive and action-packed final week of term. This week has been a celebration of talent, teamwork, and togetherness, showcasing the exceptional achievements of our pupils, staff, and wider school community.

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Friday 6th December 2024

As week 5 draws to a close, we find ourselves one-third of the way through the academic year—how time flies when you’re having fun! It’s been a week brimming with excitement and festive cheer. On Monday, our Boys Football League team kicked off their season with Round 1

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Friday 29th November 2024

As we wrap up another fantastic week at Acton Gardens Primary School, we are brimming with pride over the achievements and activities that made week 4 so memorable. A huge congratulations to our Key Stage 1 athletes who participated in the Sports Hall Athletics competition at Featherstone High School. 

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Friday 22nd November 2024

Continuing with the theme of being a busy half-term, this week was no different and was jam-packed with learning, fun, and development. This week, we were delighted to welcome HG Construction to our school, bringing along their mascot, HG Harry, to teach children about safety near construction sites.

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Friday 15th November 2024

This week AGPS has been buzzing with exciting events and learning opportunities! Years 2, 5, and 6 participated in NSPCC workshops as part of the “Speak Out, Stay Safe” campaign, empowering them to understand their rights and stay safe.

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Friday 8th November 2024

Welcome back to all our families after what we hope was a restful and fun half-term break! It’s been an incredibly busy and exciting first week back here at Acton Gardens Primary School, filled with valuable learning experiences and special activities.

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Friday 25th October 2024

As we reach the end of Autumn 1, we want to celebrate what has truly been one of the best half-terms yet at Acton Gardens Primary School!

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Friday 18th October 2024

We have reached the end of Week 7 and can hardly believe there’s just one week left of Autumn 1! It’s been a busy half-term for all of our children and staff, and everyone is looking forward to a well-deserved rest.

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Friday 11th October 2024

I can hardly believe we are already at the end of week 6 of the Autumn 1 half-term! This week, we had a very successful Local Authority visit, with many strengths identified across the school

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Friday 4th October 2024

What a fantastic week we’ve had at Acton Gardens Primary School! Our sports excellence continues to grow as some of our children took part in a local Bowling Tournament and proudly won first place, bringing home gold medals and a shiny new trophy.

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Friday 27th September 2024

Today marks the halfway point of Autumn 1! This week’s newsletter is a busy one, so sit down with a cup of tea and a biscuit and read about everything we’ve got going on at AGPS! We held our Pupil Progress Meetings (PPM), where teachers reviewed student achievements and set goals for the upcoming term.

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Friday 20th September 2024

We are delighted to have completed three wonderful weeks of the new school term! This week was extra special as we had our school photographs taken. The children looked so smart and confident in their uniforms, and we can’t wait to see the final photos! It’s always a joy to capture these moments to remember how much everyone grows each year.

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Friday 13th September 2024

Welcome back to a new school year at Acton Gardens Primary School! We hope you had a wonderful summer break filled with fun, relaxation, and cherished moments with family and friends. We are thrilled to see our students’ bright smiles and hear their joyful laughter once again fill our school halls!

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What has been happening this term? We have been working incredibly hard on our whole school development.

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Our relentless pursuit of a child’s best is at the heart of every decision we make, and we believe that going the extra mile is necessary in achieving that goal.

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The learning challenge is designed to normalise challenge, resilience, and reflection, to build a growth mindset.

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Wow, what a term it has been at Acton Gardens! I’m thrilled to share with you the latest news and highlights from our amazing school.

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As we look ahead to the second half-term, we are committed to maintaining this momentum and providing our pupils with the best possible educational experience.

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Welcome back to the first newsletter of the year! We have had a fantastic start to the new school year; it has been wonderful to see how our children have settled back in to school life so happily

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Acton Gardens Primary School judged as GOOD in all areas