Menu

News

64 Blog Posts found - Showing 10-18

  1. First
  2. 1
  3. 2
  4. 3
  5. 4
  6. ..
  7. Last
Posted on: 13/03/2026

Grand Opening of the New Build - Canon Victor Darlington

We were honoured to welcome Canon Victor (Episcopal Victor for Education) to officially open our new building. His presence made the occasion feel truly significant, marking an exciting new chapter for our school community. The opening ceremony was a moment of pride for everyone involved. a chance to celebrate the hard work, planning, and dedication that brought this project to life. Canon Victor's warm words and encouragement added a special touch to the day, reminding us of the importance of community, collaboration and shared purpose. During his visit, we had the pleasure of showing him and Colette Doran Hannon, (Diocesan Schools Commissioner) around the school and sharing the vision behind our new spaces. They took a genuine interest in the learning environment, the children, and the opportunities this building will create for years to come. It was wonderful to see their enthusiasm and learnt more about the work taking place across the school. We look forward to all the learning, creativity and growth that will take place within these new walls and we are grateful to Canon Victor for helping us mark the beginning of this exciting journey.    
Posted on: 12/03/2026

Year 6 Residential Trip to Kingswood

Year 6 had a fantastic trip to PGL Ashford. Their three days were jam-packed with exciting activities including archery, raft building, climbing walls, the trapeze, problem-solving challenges, a thrilling ride on the 5G swing, aeroball, a campfire and orienteering. The pupils had an amazing time while developing teamwork, resilience and problem-solving skills. It was a memorable trip and a wonderful opportunity for them to learn new skills outside the classroom.        
Posted on: 9/03/2026

World Book Day

Our Lady of Grace had a fantastic time celebrating World Book Day! Thursday and Friday were filled with a variety of exciting activities designed to foster a love of reading amongst our pupils. We were fortunate to welcome Julian, an artist who worked with our Year 5 pupils to create new artwork for our library. Their favourite book characters will soon be proudly displayed for everyone to enjoy. We were also delighted to host Marcello Salas, a local author, who delivered two inspiring assemblies and led creative writing workshops for our Year 2 pupils. Parents were warmly welcomed into school to take part in reading sessions with their child and other pupils from the class. Our dedicated staff joined in the fun by dressing up as a range of book characters, while pupils took part in a treasure hunt around the school. Following reading clues, they travelled from classroom to classroom meeting different characters along the way until they finally discovered the treasure! All pupils had the opportunity to visit our new library, and many enjoyed shared reading sessions with older or younger peers. Key Stage 2 pupils also took part in the National Literacy Trust’s Footy and Book Quiz online. It was a wonderful celebration of reading and storytelling, and a fantastic opportunity to share our love of books across the whole school community.          
Posted on: 2/03/2026

Social Media and Online Safety Workshop

Today, Year 5 welcomed Mr Taylor, who gave a talk about social media and mobile phone safety. He discussed the appropriate age limits for different apps and emphasised that online friends are strangers. The children enjoyed sharing their own experiences, including their social media habits and what their parents do and don’t know about how they use their devices. We also talked about how to report and block anything that makes us feel uncomfortable online.     We will share the presentation here when it is available.  
Posted on: 25/02/2026

New Build Update and Thank you to PTFA

Over the half-term break, our building contractors were on site completing all outstanding snagging items in the new building. This marks another important step in ensuring that the space is fully ready for the children to enjoy, and we are delighted with the progress that has been made. I would also like to express my sincere thanks to the PTFA, who have very generously donated £9,000 towards the installation of the red rubber crumb surface at the back of the new building. This new surface will significantly enhance the outdoor learning and play environment, providing a safer, more durable, and more accessible area for all pupils to use throughout the year. The PTFA’s continued support plays a vital role in enriching the school experience for our children. Their fundraising efforts made possible by the time, energy, and generosity of our parent community have a direct and meaningful impact on the facilities and opportunities we are able to offer. We are extremely grateful for their commitment and for the difference they make.  
Posted on: 10/02/2026

Safer Internet Day - 10th February 2026

Safer Internet Day 2026 - 10th February 2026 The children took part in a whole-school assembly focused on staying safe online. During the assembly, we talked about the importance of keeping personal information private and why details such as passwords, addresses and school information should never be shared online. We also explored the idea of a digital footprint, helping the children understand that what we post, share or comment on can stay online and become part of our online story. Following the assembly, the children continued the conversation in their classes, where they were able to ask questions and discuss different scenarios in more detail. We talked about how to recognise when something online doesn’t feel right and what to do if they ever feel worried or uncomfortable. The clear message was: stop, don’t respond, and tell a trusted adult straight away. We encourage you to continue these conversations at home, as regular reminders help children feel confident, informed and safe when using the internet.   Please click onto the link below for the presentation. Safer Internet Work Samples
Posted on: 5/02/2026

EYFS Dentist Visit - 4th February 2026

On Wednesday 4th February, we had a special visit from the dentist, Nick, in EYFS. The dentist checked the children’s teeth and talked to them about the importance of looking after their smiles. The children learned that they should brush their teeth twice a day for two minutes and visit the dentist two times a year. Everyone listened really well and enjoyed learning how to keep their teeth healthy and clean. Thank you, dentist Nick!      
Posted on: 5/02/2026

Vote for Our Lady of Grace Church

Vote for Our Lady of Grace Church project: Building Stronger Communities As you know parishioners and Our Lady of Grace school are working hard to raise funds to secure the parish's future. As part of this we have applied for funding to the Greenwich Neighbourhood Fund for a grant to renovate the crypt of the church to create a much-needed community space. The next stage of the application process is a public vote. We would be very grateful if you could vote for our project and share with friends and family. Every vote makes a difference! To vote for the project, click this link Vote on projects and scroll down to our project, which is called 'Building Stronger Communities' (number 33 on the list) and click the green vote button. Voting closes on 8th February. Please support and share the link widely!  Thank you for your support and please continue to pray for us.  

64 Blog Posts found - Showing 10-18

  1. First
  2. 1
  3. 2
  4. 3
  5. 4
  6. ..
  7. Last

Categories

Category / All Articles

Archives