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9th January 2026
NEW YEAR
For many the New Year is an exciting time of new beginnings and fresh starts. Many of you may have set resolutions for the coming months.
On Tuesday we continued our annual tradition of reminding the children that the New Year falls one-third of the way through our academic year. Rather than setting resolutions we use the opportunity to look back on 2025 and reflect on the lessons learned and how we can continue to strive to be better, improve and grow as people.
To do this we looked at 10 family films from 2025 and the messages they gave us. It is a lovely way to draw out how to act as a person in school and society.
For example, Dora the Explorer taught us to be prepared, which should make morning routines easier at home. The Bad Guys 2 showed us it is possible to change and enhance our decision making. DogMan was an example of being creative. Snow White taught us to be kind. Wicked: For Good supported us to get to know people rather than judge them.
Of course, the children are already showcasing the vast majority of these ten movie lessons and this is why the New Year (2026) doesn’t mark the beginning but serves as a reminder to continue the excellent choices children make at our school.
MENUS
The menus from Oasis Catering for the beginning of 2026 are now available on the school website.
Visit the Parents Page and click on School Lunches. In line with our Our Schools, Our World programme Oasis will be keeping our Meat Free Mondays during 2026. You can download the menu from the site.
PE CHANGES
In the Spring Term there are some changes to your child’s Physical Education timetable. Please see below for the days each year group will take part in PE. *Please note this is updated from December.
Nursery
PE: Friday
plus continuous provision
* Reception
PE: Wednesday
plus continuous provision
Year One:
Indoor PE: Monday
Outdoor PE: Thursday
Year Two
*Indoor PE: 2R on Monday
Indoor PE: 2H on Friday
Outdoor: 2H Mon/ 2R Thurs
Year Three
Indoor PE: 3M on Tuesday
Indoor PE: 3A on Friday
Outdoor PE: Wednesday
Year Four
Indoor PE: 4V on Tuesday
Indoor PE: 4B on Friday
Outdoor PE: Wednesday
Year Five
Indoor PE: Thursday
Outdoor PE: Tuesday
Year Six
Indoor PE: 6H on Tuesday
*Indoor PE: 6P on Monday
Outdoor PE: Friday
BIG ME DAY
On Wednesday, 21st January it is our annual Big Me Day celebration where the children show their hopes and dreams for the future.
Every child in the school is encouraged to come to school dressed as their future career as we share stories from people who have lived out their dream. Please remember that no money needs to be spent on costumes for the day. If your child wants to be a chef send them in with a wooden spoon. If they want to be a writer send them in with a pen. If they want to be vet then a cuddly snake with do nicely.
The day will be full of surprises for the children. This year Big Me Day will be the launch our most ambitious project yet. Placing careers in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) at the core of Big Me Day, every child in the school will feed into an almost impossible machine building task unlike anything seen at a primary school before. This year Big Me Day just got bigger, bolder and more brilliant.
WELLBEING WATCH
‘What I wish my parents or carers knew…’: A guide for parents and carers on managing children’s digital lives
Parenting today can feel overwhelming - especially when childhood looks so different from what we grew up with. There’s no manual, and it can be hard to keep up with the fast-changing digital world your child moves through every day.
The Children’s Commissioner has released a guide aiming to make those conversations easier and help you support your child with confidence.
Take a look:
SPRING TERM CLUBS
The Spring Term Clubs begin next week.
Unfortunately Dance, Kickboxing and Portuguese Club will not run due to low numbers of children signing up.
If you are still looking for clubs it is not too late to book.
Head over to the address below to see what is on offer this term:
https://www.ansonprimaryschool.com/parents/school-clubs
19th December
ROCKING STEADY AROUND THE CHRISTMAS TREE
What a way to end the term with the children and staff of Anson rocking the stage with their 4th gig!
We would like to thank Tom from RockSteady for his continued commitment to helping the children shine at each performance. A special mention must also go to some of the children who stepped on to the stage for the first time as part of this event. They were all sensational.
Plus, a huge thank you to Miss Murray for heading straight from her new school to join Playground Sound for the staff performance. Videos of all the songs will be available on Anson TV soon.
GOING FOR GOLD CERTIFICATES
This morning we celebrated over 240 children at Anson who have shown the highest standards of behaviour this term.
During assembly we created the ultimate Golden Mexican Wave as children from Year 6 to year 1 all stood up as their name appeared on our screen. Each pupil received a certificate and a small gift in recognition of their excellence.
Those who have remained ‘On Gold’ this term are on the way to a big reward at the end of the academic year. When a pupil receives certificates in all three school terms, they will qualify for the end of year reward. This could be a party, a film event or a special trip. So congratulations to those awesome ambassadors at Anson. We are very proud of you all.
PLEASE TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS
As you will now be well aware Anson no longer sends text messages to parents.
At a cost of £3,000 a year we could not afford the service. All communication now comes through the School Gateway app. Unfortunately, we sent 300 app notifications earlier this week for the newsletter (issue 434) and only 147 were read. We receive a number of calls, or chat to parents, about content we have already advertised in the newsletter. As you are reading this, please share in your What’s App groups that to ensure parents don’t miss out on news about clubs, events, school dates and emergencies they should switch on notifications in the app. This way they will not miss any news from Anson. Thank you.
SPRING PE CHANGES
In the Spring Term there may be some changes to your child’s Physical Education timetable. Please see below for the days each year group will take part in PE.
Nursery
PE: Friday
plus continuous provision
Reception
PE: Monday
plus continuous provision
Year One:
Indoor PE: Monday
Outdoor PE: Thursday
Year Two
Indoor PE: 2R on Wednesday
Indoor PE: 2H on Friday
Outdoor PE: Monday
Year Three
Indoor PE: 3M on Tuesday
Indoor PE: 3A on Friday
Outdoor PE: Wednesday
Year Four
Indoor PE: 4V on Tuesday
Indoor PE: 4B on Friday
Outdoor PE: Wednesday
Year Five
Indoor PE: Thursday
Outdoor PE: Tuesday
Year Six
Indoor PE: 6H on Tuesday
Indoor PE: 6P on Wednesday
Outdoor PE: Friday
SPRING TERM EVENTS
As always, there is much to be enjoyed during your time at Anson Primary School. The Spring Term is packed with events for families, children and the wider community. Take a look at what is coming up.
January
Tuesday 6th January: Children return to school
Wednesday 21st January: Big Me Day (pupils dress as future careers)
Thursday 22nd January: Battersea Class Assembly at 9.10am
Thursday 29th January: Victoria Class Assembly at 9.10am
February
Thursday 5th February: Mapesbury Class Assembly at 9.10am
Monday 9th February: Children’s Mental Health Week
Tuesday 10th February: Safer Internet Day
Thursday 12th February: Alexandra Class Assembly at 9.10am
Friday 13th February: Festival of Food
Monday 16th February: Half Term
Monday 23rd February: Children return to school
March
Thursday 5th/ Friday 6th: World Book Day (to be confirmed)
Thursday 5th/ Friday 6th: World Book Day Dance (to be confirmed)
Monday 9th March: Science Fortnight
Thursday 12th March: Regent’s Class Assembly at 9.10am
Monday 16th March: Easter Egg Hunt and Egg-hibition Launch
Thursday 19th March: Parents’ Evening (3.40pm to 7.00pm)
Monday 23rd March: Easter Eggs: The Egghibition
Thursday 26th March: Hampstead Class Assembly at 9.10am
Thursday 26th March: Bingo Night
Friday 27th March: Last Day of Term
WINTER HOLIDAY CAMP
Anson will be hosting the Winter Holiday Camp with DFY this Christmas.
The camp will run on the 22nd, 23rd, 29th and 30th of December at the school.
Head over to the website for more details and to book your place:
www.dfy.org.uk/winter2025
FASTER THAN MR PILE
Congratulations to Jana in 4V and Aws (3M) who are the latest pupils to beat Mr Pile’s time of 0.79s per question in TT Rockstars.
2025 - A YEAR OF GROWTH AT ANSON
And finally, I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday. We are back on Tuesday 6th January.
I have spent time reflecting with members of the Governing Body on the many highlights and achievements at Anson this year. From the relocation of classrooms to create our Early Years unit, to national recognition in the press, competition successes and the joy of coming together with Friends of Anson, there is much to celebrate.
Our expansion in September welcomed almost 30 new children and families, reflecting not only the popularity of our school but also demonstrating the strength of our community and the warmth of the Anson Family.
We end 2025 full of positivity and look forward to the adventures 2026 will bring. Thank you for your continued support of the staff and of your children. I wish each and every member of the school peace and happiness. Take care of yourselves and each other. We’ll see you in January for more doses of happiness.