Weekly Newsletter

Reminders
and Notices

Whole School

Uniform and Jewellery Reminder 

As the weather has become colder, please make sure all children are wearing coats to school. Staff will make sure the children are wearing them when outside at break/lunch times and when going to the sports field. Year 1 – 6 children should wear the smart grey coat with their uniform and the red sports coat only with PE/Games kit. 

Jewellery:

Just a reminder that children should not be wearing jewellery to school such as rings, bracelets, necklaces and dangling earrings as they can become caught and cause injuries.  It can also become an issue if jewellery is lost or broken, as well as causing a distraction in the classroom.  Children can however, wear small, stud type earrings, although these should be avoided on Games/PE days. If your child wears a piece of jewellery for religious reasons, please let the class teacher know.

 

Harvest Donations

Our Harvest Festival Assembly will be taking place on Friday 23rd October, and we are planning on making the same donation requests as last year. We ask all families in Years 4, 5 and 6 to fill a decorated shoebox with foodie treats: a small box of chocolates, a packet of fancy biscuits, lovely jams or chutneys for example. The recipients of your generosity are elderly and housebound residents of Kew, and the gifts will be hand-delivered by small groups of Year 6 children during the afternoon of Friday 23rd. We are grateful to the Kew Neighbourhood Association which supports us in identifying those in need. All other year groups are asked to give donations of food which will be delivered to Richmond Food Bank. Please follow this link to see a list of food currently needed: Richmond Food Bank Donations. All donations will be collected in the Atrium during the week beginning 19th October. Year 6 parents are invited to join us for the assembly at 9am and we anticipate it will be finished by 10.15am. Year 6 parent volunteers are also needed to support the children with making the deliveries. Thank you in advance for your generosity in supporting our Harvest causes.

Flu Immunisation

Please find attached to the newsletter email, a letter for the upcoming Flu Vaccination programme on the Thursday 15th October in the morning.  The vaccine is offered to all pupils from Kindergarten to Year 6.

Please complete the online consent form by Monday 12th October

Pupil Photos

Individual and Class Photographs – Free Delivery Period is Ending on 14/10/2026

The contact sheets came home in the children’s bags last week and the deadline for ordering has been extended to 14/10/2026.
You can still order after 14/10/2026, but a delivery charge will apply.

To View and Purchase your Images 

  1. Login/Create your account – https://www.imagophotography.co.uk/account/login
  2. Add your images in the Add Gallery Tab, using the gallery details on your contact sheet
  3. View, select your favourites and Order your images by selecting your shoot from My Library tab.
  4. Press Create Order to order

Gallery Logins Details 
Your gallery details will be on your low res contact sheet(s), which your child should have brought home from your School.

FOR LOST / NOT RECEIVED GALLERY DETAILS 
Click here and enter your Safeword and your details.
We will then add your gallery to your account for you.
Safeword/code for your Individual shoot on 14/9/2026: BHSUCO*W26

Safeword/code for your Group shoot on 21/9/2026: BHSMUL*W26

Alternatively, your School has a master-list with all gallery details.

If you have any questions or need any help please contact us on the details below;
Tel: 01252 728457 | Email: enquiries@imagophotography.co.uk

Pre- Kindergarten

Pee-Wee Karate

Following feedback from families, we have been working with our partners at Pee-Wee Karate and are delighted to share that they have agreed to offer a new session for Pre-Kindergarten pupils starting at 12.00pm and finishing at 12:30pm. This means that all Pre-Kindergarten children will now be able to take part, including those who do not stay for the full day on Mondays.

The new session will run subject to sufficient interest, so if your child would like to participate, we would encourage you to sign up by 15th October by emailing the office on office@broomfieldhouse.com.

 

 

Music Department News

We are delighted to welcome Mrs Legroux to the Broomfield Music Department. Mrs Legroux has already taught several of our pupils and will be providing piano lessons at Broomfield every Wednesday.

Exciting Update

From after half term, we will also be offering Broomfield parents the opportunity to book Mrs Legroux as an accompanist for children taking music examinations.

If your child is already entered for a music exam in November or December and requires an accompanist, please contact Miss Fourie for further information at ifourie@broomfieldhouse.com.

We look forward to expanding the musical opportunities available to our pupils.

Dukes Club

Dukes Festival of Stories is back this November!
Saturday 21st November
Eaton House the Manor School, 58 Clapham Common North Side, London
Early bird booking available now
We’re bringing together some of the UK’s best-loved children’s authors, illustrators and performers for a giant celebration of books and storytelling. Come and meet the people behind your most-loved books and discover some new favourites. 
 
Featuring a bug show, puppets, comic club, character meet and greets, book signings, story readings, and draw-alongs, we’ve got something for everyone. 
See the full incredible line up and book tickets at dukesfestivalofstories.com 
We’re also pleased to offer Dukes Club’s Autumn Programme…
(Links to more information and booking are within each title)
4+ and 7+ preparation with Dukes Tutoring
October half term
Dukes House, 58 Buckingham Gate, London
20% discount with code Purple20
Expert-led workshops, mock exams and seminars to prepare for the 4+ and 7+. Includes mock assessment, mock exams and interview preparation.
 
Free English Lessons for Parents
6th, 13th and 20th November, 10am – 11.30am
Dukes House, 58 Buckingham Gate, London
FREE
 
We are delighted to invite you to a series of free English taster sessions designed specifically for Dukes Education parents who are new to the UK and looking to improve their English language skills while meeting new friends. The relaxed sessions will be held by an expert languages teacher from Dukes Tutoring and will last an hour, with some time afterwards to socialise over tea, coffee and cake. 
Family First Aid
(Ages 6+ to adults)
Sunday 8th November, 10am – 12pm
Dukes House, 58 Buckingham Gate, London
£5 per person
Two age-appropriate Family First Aid classes will be offered at the same time so everyone in the family can be given the confidence and practical skills to respond in an emergency.
 
Ages 12+ & Adults: adult & child CPR, choking, burns, fractures, bleeding, head injuries, allergic reactions (including practical EpiPen training) and asthma.
Mini First Aid Kids (Ages 6-11): bumps and bruises, burns, breaks and bleeding, choking and CPR.
 
Parent Talk: Exploring the Impact of AI in Young People’s Learning
Libby Nicholas, Dukes Education Group Education Director
Thursday 12th November, 6pm – 7pm
Online or in person at Knightsbridge School, 67 Pont Street, London

In her role as Group Education Director, Libby Nicholas is at the forefront of Dukes Education’s thinking on AI. In a series of talks for Dukes Club parents, Libby will explore the current and potential impact of AI on children and young people’s learning, as well as Dukes Education’s approach and strategy.

With a firm belief in keeping the human at the heart of education, she will consider how we can equip students with the future-ready skills they need for an AI-enabled world, while supporting parents as they navigate this rapidly evolving landscape.
The Tiger Who Came To Tea – Tea Party at Dukes Festival of Stories
Priority booking, exclusive to Dukes Club members
Saturday 21st November, 11am – 12pm
Eaton House The Manor School, 58 Clapham Common North Side, London
£15 per child
Join us for this very special afternoon tea event. With an interactive storytime, delicious afternoon tea and VIP guest, this event brings a much-loved children’s classic to life for a new generation. 
Dino Disco at the Natural History Museum
Suitable for children aged 6–12, to be accompanied by adults
Saturday 28th November, 7pm – 9pm
Natural History Museum Cromwell Road, London
£10 per person
Join us in the spectacular Natural History Museum Hintze Hall for a headphone disco that’s fun for all the family. With tunes suitable for kids and adults alike and a choice of three different DJs to choose from, there’s something for everyone at their headphone disco with a difference.
Pizza and Ponytails
Thursday 3rd December, 5.30pm – 7.00pm
Dukes House, 58 Buckingham Gate, London
FREE
Following the success of our first Pizza and Ponytails, we’re running it again – just in time for the festive season. During the relaxed workshop, an experienced stylist will break down step by step, 4 new styles – all topped off with some delicious pizza.
 
Latest Articles
 
Half term on the horizon
This week we have looked ahead and suggested some workshops and events over half term that are being booked quickly. There are heaps to choose from. Plus, a story festival at the Imperial War Museum, spooky drawing in Dulwich and our favourite Halloween trail.
October Fun in London
As we enter October the evenings are getting longer and there is a hint of a nip in the air. It is one of the best times of year to spend in London as a family: a plethora of new exhibitions and shows, plus some seasonal activities as the leaves turn and the conkers start to fall. 

PTA Reminders
and Notices

2026 Parent's Christmas Social

The Broomfield PTA warmly invites you to our annual Parent’s Christmas Social at The Greyhound Bar on Kew Green at 19.00 on Friday 27 November 2026.

Similar to last year’s popular event, there will be welcome drinks and canapés included in the ticket price which is being hosted in a private area of a great local venue.

Ticket purchasing is now open on ClassList, with the deadline for purchase being 30th October. We are looking forward to seeing you there to celebrate ahead of a busy end to the school term! 

👻 BOO! It’s Halloween! 🎃

R3s, PK, KG, Y1 and Y2… join us for fun and giggles, treats and games. Get your costumes ready because Halloween fun awaits on Sunday 1st November 2026. There will be two sessions:
R3s, PK, KG: 10-11:30am
Y1, Y2: 12-1:30pm
Parent(s)/guardian must please attend and siblings are very welcome to join!
This is the first event for our children which will be funded via the PTA sub – link below if you haven’t yet had a chance to pay.
RSVP on Classlist by 16 October

PTA Events Autumn Term

Wreath-Making Night, Please note the change of date to Wednesday 2nd December @7pm: for parents, in partnership with our friends at Trindle in the village.
Santa’s Visit, Friday 4th December: Santa will be popping into every class to hand out gifts and collect letters and we will also treat parents to mulled wine and mince pies at pick up!

Annual PTA Contribution

Thank you so much to everyone who has already made their PTA contribution. If you haven’t had a chance yet, you can pay via the link below. Please include your children’s names and year groups in the comments box so we can match up payments.
Together with income from our pre-loved uniform sales and the annual auction, your contribution helps fund all of the following:
  • Summer Fair (to be held offsite after the success of the 2025 event!)
  • Halloween Disco
  • Senior School Disco
  • Ice creams on the last day of each term
  • Chocolate eggs for the Easter Egg Hunt
  • A Christmas gift for every child, delivered by Santa
  • Cupcakes to celebrate birthdays
  • New joiner bears
  • Year 6 yearbooks
  • Leavers’ gifts
  • Christmas presents for teachers and TAs
  • End-of-year presents for teachers and TAs

Highlights

ISA Champions

Each year, we enter a number of accomplished pieces of artwork into the regional ISA competition and we are absolutely delighted to have won three 1st place prizes and one highly commended! Our ‘150 Years of Broomfield House School’ collage, to which every child at the school contributed a small drawing, was awarded 1st prize in the Group 2D category. Year 6’s outstanding clay piece was chosen as the winner of the Group 3D category.

Congratulations also to Linna in Kindergarten, whose eye-catching bunny received 1st prize in the Early Years category and to Enna in Year 4, whose beautiful lizard was highly commended.

A huge congratulations to all our talented pupils for their creativity and hard work!

Pupil Experience

Following in Palmer’s footsteps, this week it was Mead’s turn to create their piece of group art. The children from Mead house worked together wonderfully to make a masterpiece that reflected their values, including their motto ‘Mead the speed, they’re in the lead!’, and “we are kind, caring and helpful.” As you can see from the picture, the results were amazing, featuring some impressive lion drawings and a healthy dose of glitter! It will be such a ray of sunshine on the walls of the Broomfield Room. Next week it will be Rose’s turn to create their artwork – watch this space!

Eco Club

Some of  the team continued to work on their marine animals, illustrating how plastic rubbish in the ocean can work itself into that food chain. We made a giant shark, that was not only consuming plastic itself but also feasting on other animals that had eaten plastic. We also discussed the specific effects the plastic rubbish is having on marine turtles,  especially the Hawksbill turtle which is now on the endangered animal list due to an 80% decline in numbers. Turtles are not only eating the plastic rubbish mistaking it for food but also becoming tangled up in it and then being unable to swim to the surface to breathe. One turtle was examined and found to have ingested over 100 pieces of plastic. The team all made turtles and we updated the school noticeboard to educate others on their plight.

Author Visit - Nat Harrison

On Wednesday 7th October, local author Nat Harrison came to Broomfield House School and talked about her book “The Girl who Raced the World” and her adventures in assembly. The children listened enthusiastically and asked many questions on her book so hopefully this will encourage their love of reading.

If your child still wants to purchase a book by Monday 12th October, we still have a few left at school so please click on the link here: Click here to purchase “The Girl who Raced the World” Book

OVS Netball Tournament

Our Year 4 and Year 5 girls competed in their first netball tournament on Saturday. Across eight matches, the girls had the opportunity to try new positions, develop their netball skills, and gain valuable match experience. It was wonderful to see all of the children putting their training into practice and impressing us with their shooting skills during the breaks between rounds. Throughout the tournament, the girls demonstrated great determination, teamwork, and enthusiasm. We thoroughly enjoyed coaching the team and are incredibly proud of the way they played with smiles on their faces, supported one another, and celebrated each other’s successes! Their positive attitude and sportsmanship were a credit to the school.

A huge thank you to all the parents who came along to watch. Your support helped keep the girls’ spirits high throughout an early Saturday morning and was greatly appreciated by both the players and coaches.

Well done, girls! We look forward to seeing your continued progress this season.

 

 

Hampton Boys Football Tournament

The Broomfield boys football team took part in a 5-aside tournament on Saturday at Hampton School. They competed brilliantly throughout the day, finishing an impressive 4th place against some tricky Year 6 teams! Although some of the results did not go their way, the children showed fantastic determination, teamwork and resilience in every match.

The team supported one another, worked hard from start to finish and represented the school with great enthusiasm, respect and sportsmanship, the Broomfield way! We were incredibly proud of their positive attitude and the way they never gave up, even when faced with strong opposition.

A huge thank you to the parents who came along to support the team, your encouragement was greatly appreciated.

Well done Year 5 and Year 6 boys!

Year 5 - Science

Year 5 are learning about ‘Mixtures and Separation’ in science.  This week, the children made their own water filters, combining different sized materials to make their filters.  They then added very muddy water and were amazed by the results!

LAMDA Success

Huge congratulations to Ella on achieving a Distinction in her LAMDA exam! All your hard work, dedication and confidence have really paid off. We are so incredibly proud of you, Ella, what an amazing achievement!

Weekly Awards

Drama Star of the Week
Charlotte Y5
Artist of the Week
Enna Y4
Artist of the Week
Linna K
Sports Star of the Week
Lily Y4
Music Star of the Week
Mila K

Polite Person of the Week

Rising 3s and Pre-Kindergarten: Lamya has had such a brilliant start in Rising 3s. She is always smiling and has a wonderfully positive attitude and is keen to join in. We've especially enjoyed her wonderful singing!
Kindergarten: Aiden has had a wonderful start to Kindergarten. He is engaged in lessons and has had lots of compliments about his politeness and listening in specialist lessons. Well done Aiden!
Year 1: Ilyana: For always engaging well in lessons and for being a ray of sunshine in our classroom. Keep up your excellent work and beautiful manners.
Year 2: Safia: Thank you for making such a real effort to focus and stay on task. Your resilience and determination have not gone unnoticed! You have produced some fantastic work in class, Safia. Keep it up; you should be very proud of yourself!
Year 3: Natasha: For making exceptional efforts to always show respectful active listening and answer challenging questions. Your handwriting and presentation are always to a high standard, and this just shows how much pride you have in your learning. I’m so impressed, Natasha!
Year 4: Will is a wonderfully polite member of our class. He always uses excellent manners and approaches every learning opportunity with enthusiasm and a positive attitude. Keep up the fantastic work, Will!
Year 5: Sophie is polite and engaging and has been working hard this term. This week, I was particularly impressed with her creative writing and her powerful use of language – well done!
Year 6: Frankie: For making a super effort in all of her learning and for her excellent presentation of her wonderful Victorian project to our school visitors yesterday.

Upcoming Events

Monday 12th Oct

1.30pm Y5 to Kew Gardens  

Tuesday 13th Oct

Normal Swimming Day

9.45am: ISA Swimming Gala (Red team)

Wednesday 14th Oct

10am: Cicero Debating Workshop at School 

Thursday 15th Oct

8.30am: Flu Immunisation K to Y6 

 

Friday 16th Oct

8.30am: Y6 Victorian Presentations 

9.30am: Vision and Hearing Tests – PTA organised

9.30am: PK Forest School at School 

4pm: Stagecoach  

Monday 19th Oct

Harvest Box and Food Bank donations to be brought to the Atrium 

Tuesday 20th Oct

Harvest Box and Food Bank donations to be brought to the Atrium 

Wednesday 21st Oct

Harvest Box/Food Bank donations deadline 

Thursday 22nd Oct
Friday 23rd Oct

9am: Harvest Assembly and Harvest Delivery (1:30pm)

10.20am: Headmaster Award Tea 

4pm: Stagecoach  

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