School Letters Home

Meadow High School

Royal Lane, Hillingdon, Middlesex UB8 3QU
Telephone: (01895) 443310

Email: meadow@meadowschool.co.uk
Website: www.meadowhighschool.org

Headteacher: Mrs Jenny Rigby
Deputy Headteachers: Miss M Taylor (PW2)
Miss A Willis (PW1)

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SCHOOL LETTERS HOME

Summer Term 2025

Letter to Whole School - Cake Sale / Fund Raising Event

13 June 2025

Dear Parent / Carer,

On Friday 20th June, the Sixth Form Committee will be holding a fund raising event to support our school Prom and Young Minds. Young Minds is a remarkable organisation fighting for a world where no young person feels alone with their mental health.

The Sixth Form Committee will be raising money to support our Prom and Young Minds by holding a cake sale throughout the day on 20th June. We need your support by donating cakes that the committee can sell to the school community. Not only will we raising money for an excellent charity, but it will also be a good opportunity for the committee to further develop key skills and gain experience in organizing an event.

Thank you in advance,

Kind Regards
Sixth Form Committee

Letter to Sixth Form - Pre Loved Sale / Fundraising Event

13 June 2025

Dear Parent / Carer,

The Sixth Form Committee will be raising money to support our Prom and Young Minds by holding a pre loved sale on the afternoon of 20th June. We need your support by donating items that the committee can sell to the school community. Not only will we raising money for an excellent charity, but it will also be a good opportunity for the committee to further develop key skills and gain experience in organizing an event.

Thank you in advance,

Kind Regards
Sixth Form Committee

Letter to selected pupils - Brentford FC Special Olympics Taster Day

Dear Parents/ Carers,

Special Olympics Taster Day - Hosted by Brentford Football Club Community Trust

Your child has been chosen to attend the Olympics Tater Day on Tuesday 17th June. The event will be taking place between 09:30 – 14:45 so no extra travel arrangements need to be made.

Pupils will need to bring a healthy packed lunch on the day. If your child is entitled to free school meals, please indicate on the reply-slip, if you would like a packed lunch provided.

On the day, your child should come into school in their PE kit.

Brentford’s consent form (attached) needs to be completed, otherwise your child would not be able to attend.

If you have any questions just let me know.

Kind regards,
Mr. Anstee
PE Faculty Lead

CONSENT FORM TO SIGN:

Letter to Year 14 and Sixth Form Leavers - Trip to Brighton

June 2025

RE: day trip to Brighton for Year 14’s & 6th form leavers

The year 14 students have come together and requested a day trip to celebrate their final year at Meadow High School. Students have voted and held many discussions and a final decision has been made to attend Brighton for a day trip on Tuesday 24th June 2025. Staff have agreed to drive the school mini buses to transport the students to the seaside for the day. Students will need to bring some spending money and up to £15 to purchase lunch and ice-cream etc.

The buses will be leaving school at 9.15am and would return around 5.15pm. It is therefore your responsibility to arrange to collect your young person at 5.15pm from Meadow High School, unless they are an independent traveller and will make their own way home.

Please see itinerary below:

9.00am - 9.15am Registration

9.15am - 11.15am Travel to Brighton

11.15am - 12.15pm Class groups walk around the beach, shops and pier with class support.

12.15pm - 1.15pm All students lunch on the beach / students to purchase fish and chips / ice-cream etc. or enjoy a packed lunch from home / school (if eligible for FSM)

1.15pm - 3.00pm Class groups walk around the beach, shops and pier with class support.

3.00pm - 3.15pm Classes and staff gather, register and board buses.

3.15pm - 5.15pm Travel back to Meadow High School

5.15pm Parents collect onsite or students with permission travel home independently

Please complete the below form and return to your child's form tutor as soon as possible:

Kind Regards,
A Fabisch
Head of 6th Form
afabisch@meadowhighschool.org
01895443310 ext 241

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REPLY SLIP: Trip to Brighton – please return to form tutor

I give permission for (name) ____________________________________ to attend the trip into Brighton.

My child is eligible for Free School Meals Yes / No

I will send up to £15 for lunch Yes / No

I will send spending money Yes / No

I will collect my child at 5.15pm Yes / No

My child is an independent traveller and will make their way home Yes / No

My child’s mobile number is: _________________________. This will be used in case of emergency.

Parent / Carer Name: _____________________________ Signature: _____________________________

A contact number for the day is: 07851254258

Letter to Leavers - Leavers Assembly

6 June 2025

Dear Parents / Carers,

Re: Leavers assembly

As you are aware, the leavers’ school year will come to an end on 27th June 2025.

We wish to invite you to our Leavers Assembly, which will take place on Friday, 27th June 27th at 11.30am.

Please see the schedule below:

11.30 - 12.15 Leavers Assembly; parents/carers to leave by 12.30 at the latest

12.15 - 12.45 Book signing / tutor based

12.45 - 13.05 Normal lunch break

13.05 - 14.30 6th Form BBQ

The school is no longer able to provide leavers' T-shirts; however, your child is welcome to bring their own if they would like it to be signed.

Please note that your child is required to contribute £2 towards the BBQ if they wish to take part. Alternatively, they are welcome to bring a packed lunch or have a school meal as usual. If your child is entitled to Free School Meals (FSM), the £2 contribution is not required.

Please see dates of other events happening this academic year:

Pathway 2 Brighton Leavers Trip - 24th June
Pathway 1 Chessington Leavers Trip - 26th June
Prom - 10th July - your child will be invited to attend the Prom

We look forward to seeing you to celebrate your young person's next steps in life beyond Meadow.

Best wishes,

Mrs. A.J Fabisch Miss F Bonnar
Head of 6th Form (F) Assistant Headteacher PW1 afabisch@meadowhighschool.org

Please return the attached reply slip to your child’s form tutor by 13th June 2025. Thank you

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Student’s name: ______________________________________________________________________________

I would like my child to take part in the BBQ and agree to contribute £2 towards it by 20th June 2025 YES/ NO

I would like my child who is entitled to FSM to take part in the BBQ YES/ NO

I would like my child to have the school meal as usual instead YES/ NO

My child will bring a packed lunch on the day
YES/ NO

Parent’s / Carer’s signature: _________________________________________________________________

Letter to Leavers - BBQ

9 June 2025

Dear Parents / Carers,

Re: 6th Form BBQ - 27th June 2025

As the school year comes to an end for our leavers, we would like to give them a warm and memorable send-off.

To celebrate their time with us, we are organising a Sixth Form BBQ. All Sixth Form students are invited to join us for this event.

We kindly ask for a £2 contribution from students who would like to take part in the BBQ. Alternatively, students are welcome to bring a packed lunch or have a school meal as usual.

Please note that if your child is entitled to Free School Meals (FSM), the £2 contribution is not required.

Mrs. A.J Fabisch Miss F Bonnar Mrs H O’Neill
Head of 6th Form (F) Assistant Head PW1 Assistant Head PW1 afabisch@meadowhighschool.org

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Leavers BBQ - Please return the below reply slip to your child’s form tutor by 13th June 2025.

Student’s name: ____________________________________________

I would like my child to take part in the BBQ and agree to contribute £2 towards it

by 20th June 2025 YES/ NO

I would like my child who is entitled to FSM to take part in the BBQ YES/ NO

I would like my child to have the school meal as usual instead YES/ NO

My child will bring a packed lunch on the day YES/ NO

Parent’s/ carer’s signature: ________________________________________

Selected Year 12 and 13 PW2 - Trip to Higgins Construction Project

9th June 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

I am writing to inform you that your child will be visiting the Higgins construction projects in Hayes town centre on 13/06/2025 as part of the Career’s visit to a local employer.

The sites address are -

3 Wellings House, 236 Avondale Drive, Hayes UB3 3PN
Avondale Drive Estate, Phase 1a Avondale Drive, Hayes UB3 3PP

Students and school staff members will leave school around 10.00 am on the school minibus and will be returning to school by 12:30 pm. During the visit, students will have an opportunity to learn about the company, build knowledge of various job roles within the construction sector, meet with professionals/skilled labour and tour the construction sites. Students will not carry out any practical tasks due to the nature of the business and risk involved. This trip is free of charge and doesn’t require any contribution.

Please note: this visit can be cancelled or postponed at any time due to unforeseen circumstances.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email me on: skabhoo@meadowschool.co.uk or call school on 01895 443310 ext. 244

Yours Sincerely,
Mrs Kabhoo
Trip Organiser

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Brompton Photo Permission Slip - Please sign and return this slip if you give permission for the photo to be taken by the hosting organisation for their internal and external publication purposes.

Child name - _____________________ Form - ____________

Parent name - ____________________

Signature of parent - __________________ Date - ______________

Letter to Pathway 1 Year 14 Leavers - Trip to Chessington

3 June 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

Year 14 Pathway 1 Leavers Trip to Chessington World of Adventures

As a celebration of the Year 14s journey through Meadow, we are planning a leavers trip to Chessington World of Adventures on Thursday 26th June.

Pupils will come to school as normal and leave school by 9.30am. We will be back later than the school day, so are asking that parents collect from the school between 4.00pm -5.30pm. The exact time will be communicated to you on the afternoon of the trip, as it will be traffic dependant.

We are requesting a voluntary contribution of either £10 or £15 per pupil to support the cost of the trip. Please log onto ParentPay for this.

Pupils need to bring a heathy packed lunch (the school can provide a lunch for anyone who is entitled to a Free School Meal – please indicate on attached reply-slip).

On the day, the pupils will also need a water bottle/drink, sun hat, sunscreen and a change of clothes in case they get wet on water rides.

If you have any further questions, feel free to contact me via fbonnar@meadowhighschool.org

Many thanks,
F Bonnar
Assistant Headteacher

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REPLY SLIP: Year 14 Leavers Trip - F Bonnar

Please delete as appropriate

I give permission for my child ______________________________________ to attend the Chessington trip and I agree to collect my child from the school between 4.00-5.30pm (exact time to be communicated on the afternoon of 26th June)

I DO NOT give permission for my child ______________________________________ to attend the Chessington trip.

If attending please tick relevant boxes:

I will voluntarily contribute £10 to support the cost of the trip via Parent Pay.

I will voluntarily contribute £15 to support the cost of the trip via Parent Pay.

and

I will provide a healthy packed lunch

My child is entitled to a Free School Meal and would like a packed lunch

provided

[ ] cheese [ ] egg mayo [ ] tuna mayo please tick sandwich choice

Signed _________________________________________ Date _______________________

Letter to Year 7 (Pathway 2) - Trip to Basil & Crew Mobile Farm

Tuesday 3rd June 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

Trip to Basil and Crew Mobile Farm – Friday 6th June 2025

To support your child with their learning in PSHCE and Citizenship, we have been given the opportunity to visit a mobile farm near Slough called Basil and Crew.

We will be leaving school after registration at 9:30am and returning to school in time for normal lunchtime arrangements at 12:45pm. Your child will not need anything extra apart from a water bottle and a snack if wanted. A First-Aider will also accompany us.

We have been offered the experience free of charge, this includes a coach that will pick us up from school and bring us back. Therefore, you do not need to contribute anything.

Please could you return the reply slip below ONLY IF your child has an allergy or if there is something you would like to let us know. If not then this letter is just for your information and you do not need to send a reply slip back.

Yours sincerely,
Ms Sojka
Year 7 Form Tutor

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Reply-Slip: Basil and Crew Mobile Farm Trip: Friday 6th June 2025

My child …………………………………………………………….. has the following allergy/requires the following to be taken into consideration: ……………………………………………………………..…………………………………………………………..…………………………………

Signed …………………………………………………………… Date ……………………………………………………………………

(Parent/Carer)

Letter to 11 LD - Trip to Basil & Crew Mobile Farm

Tuesday 3rd June 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

Trip to Basil and Crew Mobile Farm – Friday 6th June 2025

am pleased to let you know that 11LD will be visiting Basil and Crew Farm on Friday, 6th June. The trip will take place during the school day from 11:30am to 12:30pm, and pupils will be enjoying their lunch at the farm.

There are no additional travel arrangements needed, as transport will be organised by the school. Pupils will need to bring a packed lunch with them for this event.

If your child is entitled to free school meals, a packed lunch can be provided by the school. Please indicate your child’s sandwich preference on the reply slip provided.

If you have any questions or would like more information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Kind regards,
Mrs Ali
11LD Form Tutor

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Reply Slip – 11LD Trip to Basil and Crew Farm (Thursday 6th June)

Please return this slip to Mrs Ali by [Monday, 2nd June].

Pupil’s Name: ___________________________________________

Packed Lunch (please tick one):
Only complete this section if your child is entitled to Free School Meals.

☐ Cheese Sandwich
☐ Egg Sandwich
☐ Tuna Sandwich
☐ I will provide a packed lunch from home

Parent/Carer Name: _______________________________________

Signature: ___________________________

Letter to selected year groups (PW2) - Residential Trip to Devon

23 May 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

Residential Trip

Monday 20th April 2026 - Friday 24th April 2026

I am pleased to say that we are able to run the residential trip to the Calvert Trust, Exmoor, Devon on Monday 20th April 2026 - Friday 24th April 2026

The trip will give pupils an opportunity to take part in outdoor and team building activities such as canoeing, climbing, archery, swimming and many other exciting outdoor activities. It also gives the children a chance to improve personal living skills and social skills, it really is a memorable experience, one which creates fond memories for all involved.

The total cost of the trip, at the moment, is unconfirmed but would be in the region of £450-£550.

The Calvert Trust prices have increased this year, but I have requested money from various organisations to help keep the cost down. The cost will include the transport to and from school (coach), food, accommodation, staffing and activities, which is amazing value for money.

We are now changing the offer for pupils who receive free school meals. The cost of the trip will be subsidised for the first trip your child attends. Any additional trips that pupils attend after this, parents will be required to pay the full amount. Please note, this includes any pupils who have attended any trips previously.

A final price letter will be sent to all parents, when confirmed, and a payment plan will be available to help stagger payments once the total is confirmed.

There are 32 places available and these will be allocated via a ballot draw

If you are interested please complete the slip below and return to the school by Friday 13th June 2025

Yours sincerely

Mr G Millard

Trip Organiser

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Re: Residential trip on Monday 20th April 2026 - Friday 24th April 2026 –

please return to Mr Millard no later than Friday 13th June 2025

I would like my child ___________________________________________________________(name) in ______________________________(form) to attend the Devon Residential

Signed _____________________________ Date _______________

Letter to Year 9 - Options Preferences 2025 2026

15 May 2025

Dear Parent / Carer

OPTIONS PREFERENCES 2025/26

Following a successful taster day yesterday, students will be completing their preferences to select their options for the next two academic years.

Over the page, you will see the available options to select.

If you wish, you can help your child complete the form at home, however, please ensure it is sent back to your child’s form tutor by Thursday 22nd May 2025 so that the forms can be checked and included in the selection process that will be taking place by the Assistant Headteachers and the Faculty Leads.

Each student needs to select 4 options, ranked from 1 to 4:

1 = first choice (most preferable)

2 = second choice

3 = third choice

4 = fourth choice (least preferable)

Please remember the form only shows an interest in the subjects and does not confirm a place on the course. Whilst every effort will be made to give your child their most preferred option subjects, please be aware this may not be possible.

Problems may also arise if there are high numbers of students opting for one particular subject or conversely if very few students choose an option. In this case subject teachers will select students who would benefit most from the course. Some options may also be combined with other subjects if necessary; this will be discussed with your child.

Option choices will be confirmed before we break up for Summer.

The staff, with your help, will encourage each pupil to achieve their best.

Please do not hesitate to contact relevant teachers if you have any questions.

Kind Regards,

Miss M Taylor
Deputy Headteacher

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REPLY-SLIP: OPTIONS PREFERENCES 2025/26

Pease return to Form Tutor by Thursday 22 May 2025

Student’s full name: _________________________________________________

Explorer Scouts		Humanities
Hairdressing		Sports Leadership
Art & Design		Resistant Materials
Dance		Drama
Food Technology		Music

1 = first choice (most preferable)

2 = second choice

3 = third choice

4 = fourth choice (least preferable)

Letter to Year 11 - Options Preferences 2025 2026

15 May 2025

Dear Parent / Carer

OPTIONS PREFERENCES 2025/26

Following a successful taster day yesterday, students will be completing their preferences to select their options for the next two academic years.

Over the page, you will see the available options to select.

Each student needs to select 4 options, ranked from 1 to 4:

1 = first choice (most preferable)

2 = second choice

3 = third choice

4 = fourth choice (least preferable)

Option choices will be confirmed before we break up for Summer.

The staff, with your help, will encourage each pupil to achieve their best.

Please do not hesitate to contact relevant teachers if you have any questions.

Kind Regards,
Miss M Taylor
Deputy Headteacher

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REPLY-SLIP - OPTIONS PREFERENCES 2025/26

Please return to Form Tutor by Thursday 22 May 2025

Student’s full name: _________________________________________________

Explorer Scouts		Health & Social Care
Hairdressing		Sports Leadership
Art & Design		Resistant Materials
Dance		Drama
Food Technology		Music
Construction		Science

1 = first choice (most preferable)

2 = second choice

3 = third choice

4 = fourth choice (least preferable)

Letter to Year 8 - Trip to Warner Bros Studios

Monday 15th May 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

To support your child with their learning, we have arranged an educational trip to Warner Bros. Studios on Wednesday 24th June 2025 as part of their studies in English. This is a great opportunity for students to reinforce what they are learning about in their lessons.

We will be leaving school after registration at 9.00am and returning to school in time for transport home.

Please provide your child with a healthy packed lunch. If your child is entitled to a free school meal, a packed lunch can be provided for them. Please indicate on the reply-slip below if you would like us to provide one.

We will travel by coach. To cover the cost of the trip, we need to ask for a voluntary contribution of £20, which can be paid via parent pay. We have been fortunate enough to get this trip at a negotiated reduced rate and also received some additional funding. However, without your financial assistance, we will be unable to run this trip and your contribution is greatly appreciated.

As well as being an enjoyable day out, this trip will be an invaluable learning experience to support their English work.

Please complete the attached slip and return it as soon as possible. If you have any queries, please feel free to contact me.

We are asking the pupils to not bring any pocket money, as we will not have time to visit the gift shop.

Thank you in advance for your support.

Yours sincerely,
Miss Krupinska
Year 8 Tutor

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Reply-Slip: Warner Bros. Studio - Wednesday 24th June 2025

I acknowledge that my child ………………………………………………………………………………………….. will take part in this educational trip.

( ) I will be providing my child with a healthy packed lunch on the day.

( ) My child is entitled to a free lunch. Please provide one for them - Cheese ( ) Tuna ( ) Egg ( )

( ) I have paid a contribution of £20 on parent pay.

Signed …………………………………………………………………….... Date ……………………………………………………………………(Parent/Carer)

Letter to selected pupils - Mission Employable Cafe

Thursday 15th May 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

Trip to Mission EmployAble Community Cafe – Thursday 22^nd May 2025

As part of your child’s Vocational Studies programme, I have organised a visit to the Mission EmployAble Community Café in Chorleywood on Thursday 22nd May 2025.

We will depart school at 9:50am, following Lesson 1, and return in time for lunch at 12:45pm. Transport will be provided via the school minibus, which will be driven by a fully qualified MIDAS-trained driver. A designated First Aider will also be accompanying the group.

During the visit, students will explore the structure and daily operations of a community café, as well as gain insight into the various roles involved and how supported internships work in such a setting.

Students will also have the opportunity to purchase a snack and a drink from the café. If they would like to do so, please ensure they bring a small amount of spending money.

If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact me or your child’s form tutor.

Yours sincerely,

Mrs Tudor
Vocational Faculty Lead

Letter to Y9 and Y11 - Options Taster Day on 14 May

8 May 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

Options Taster Day : 14th May 2025

Please take the time to read through this options booklet with your child to help them make informed decisions about their subject choices for September 2025.

All pupils will have opportunities in school to explore different subjects and ask any questions they may have. Many are already experiencing some of these subjects in their current timetable. On Wednesday 14th May, students will be off timetable for the day to trial a range of available options. During this time, Faculty and Subject Leaders will present the courses and help students understand what each subject involves.

To meet the diverse needs of our students, we aim to offer both accredited and non-accredited courses in most subject areas.

Please note:

The final list of courses available will depend on student interest. A minimum of 10 students is required for a course to run. If fewer than 10 pupils choose a subject, we may not be able to offer it, or may have to merge two similar subjects together.
Each pupil will be asked to choose four subjects they are interested in (e.g., Art, Food Technology, Dance, PE) in preference order.

The Faculty and Subject Leaders, along with the relevant Assistant Headteacher, will decide the appropriate level of each course your child can access, based on their needs and abilities (see the booklet for more details).
Final option allocations will be discussed with pupils and shared with parents and carers in July.

Please also be aware:
Some courses span two academic years due to their accreditation requirements.

If you have any questions about the options process or individual subjects, please contact the relevant teacher by email or phone (contact details are included in the booklet).

Thank you,

Miss Taylor Mrs Fabisch Ms Sohun

DHT Royal Lane / Pathway 2 AHT 6th Form Royal Lane / Pathway 2 AHT KS4 Royal Lane / Pathway 2

Letter to selected pupils - GCSE and GCE Art Arrangements

1 May 2025

Dear Parent/Carers,

I am writing to you regarding the Art and Design GCSE and AS Level arrangements.

If your child is studying GCSE Art and Design they will be following an Art prep period:

Art Prep and Mounting - Tuesday 6th of May to Thursday 14th of May 2025.

During this period, pupils will be working on mounting and preparing for their accreditation. Pupils will still attend their English and Maths lessons during this time.

The GCSE Art exams will start on Thursday 15th May and conclude on Thursday 22nd of May 2025.

The last two days of this period will be assigned for pupils to complete any roll over time from breaks taken during the exam period and write their written evaluation of their work once the exam roll over time is completed.

The exam times will be given to the students by their form tutors with a maximum of 3 hours and a minimum of 1 hour 30 daily. Pupils will also be assessed daily to see if adjustments need to be made to the amount they do on a particular day i.e. pupils are entitled to take the breaks they need without reducing their exam time.

For pupils sitting AS Level Art and Design, they will not be sitting an exam, but will be required to attend the Art prep time for coursework from 6th May until 22nd of May. N.B: this will not interrupt their English or Maths lessons or examinations. The art sessions will be confirmed daily by the form Tutor.

Please can you support us by encouraging your child to attend school for these weeks to make sure they can achieve their full potential.

Regards,

Miss Kepinska
Arts Faculty Leader

Letter to 8NK - Swimming Lessons

Wednesday 7th May 2025

Dear Parents / Carers,

Re: Swimming Lessons for Year 8 students

Starting on Thursday 15th May, your child will be having their swimming lessons on a Thursday period 4 and 5, instead of PE. They will not need their PE kit, but will need their swimming kit. These lessons are conducted off site and students will be transported there via school mini bus. These lessons will run until the end of the school year.

They will need to bring:

Swimming trunks / costume (no bikinis)
A towel
Goggles if required

If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact me at school.

Yours Sincerely,

Miss C Sojka
Swim Teacher

Letter to Year 9 - Trip to Compass Theatre

Friday 2nd May 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

Trip to Compass Theatre – Friday 23 May 2025

To support your child with their learning of ‘Macbeth’ in English we have arranged a trip to the Compass Theatre in Ickenham on Friday, 23rd May 2025.

We will be leaving school after registration at 9:30am and returning to school in time for lunch at 12:45pm. We will travel on the minibus, which will be driven by a MIDAS (qualified) trained driver. A First-Aider will also accompany us.

The visit includes sitting in the auditorium as an audience, going up onto the stage, and showing the wings, lights and Stage Manager desk. Be shown inside the theatres' Lighting Box and Sound Desk, go into the Dressing Rooms to try on a costume or puppet to bring back on stage, go upstairs to the Costume Store to see all the other theatre costumes.

Please complete the attached slip and return it as soon as possible. If you have any queries, please feel free to contact myself or your child’s form tutor.

Yours sincerely,

Ms Kovacs
year 9 Form Tutor

Letter to selected pupils - Dance Lessons Kit

29th April 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

Dance Lessons

Your child is taking Dance this term as part of the Performing Arts carousal. It will be every Monday.

For this lesson, they will require a dance kit they will need to bring each week to take part.

We would suggest suitable clothing would be their PE kit or similar such as:

Jogging bottoms or leggings
T-shirt (plain)
Trainers
Water bottle

Students will have time to change in and out of their kit within lessons.

Thank you for your support,

Yours sincerely,
Miss Kalia
Dance Lead

Letter to selected pupils - WEX Greencore to Go Foods

28th April 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

I am writing to inform you that your child will be visiting the food company in Stockley on 06/05/2025 as part of the world of work curriculum. This company prepares deli products such as wraps, sandwiches and salads for various supermarkets.

The site address is - GreenCore Food to Go, 366 Stockley, West Drayton, UB7 9BL

Students and school staff members will leave school around 9:45 am on the school minibus and will return to school by 12:45pm. During the visit, students will have an opportunity to learn about the company, tour the site, build knowledge of various job roles, meet with different professionals and see the production line. Students will also get an opportunity to pack their own meal as part of the work experience. This trip is free of charge and doesn’t require any contribution. Due to the nature of the business, the production floor will be very cold and students will be walking through the fridge/chillers. Hence, students must bring a warm coat and gloves on that day to school.

Please note - This visit can be cancelled or postponed at the short notice due to unforeseen circumstances.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email me on: skabhoo@meadowschool.org or call school on 01895 443310 ext. 244

Yours Sincerely,
Mrs Kabhoo
Trip Organiser

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GreenCore Food To Go - Photo permission slip

Please sign and return this slip if you give permission for the photo to be taken by the school and hosting organisation for their internal and external publication purposes.

Child name: _________________________________________________ Form: ____________

Parent name: ________________________________________________

Signature of parent: __________________ Date: ______________

Letter to selected pupils - Year 11 Sports Leaders Festival

1st May 2025

Dear Parents/ Carers,

Year 11 Sports Leaders; Festival

To support your child’s Sports Leaders course, your child has volunteered to lead an event for a Primary school festival on Tuesday 6th May. The event will be taking place between 09:00 – 14:30 so no extra travel arrangements need to be made.

Pupils will need to bring their own packed lunch for this event. If your child is entitled to a free school meal then a packed lunch will be provided; please indicate which sandwich on the reply slip.

On the day your child should come into school in their PE kit and ‘Sports Leader’ jumper (weather dependent; including a sun hat and sunscreen if needed). Your child will also need to bring a bottle of water with them.

If you have any questions just let me know.

Kind regards,

Mr. Anstee
PE Faculty Lead

___________________ for the reply slip, turn over ___________________

REPLY SLIP: Year 11 Sports Leaders; Festival – please return to Mr Anstee

I am aware that my child ……………………………………….…………………………..…….… medical needs/ medication has changed since the last time I notified the school

	My child is bringing their own packed lunch

	My child has free school meals and would like a: tuna / cheese / egg sandwich (please circle)

	I have attached medical documentation to help the school update their Risk Assessment
	Or
	I acknowledge that there are NO updates to report for my child ……………………………..…………………………….

My emergency contact details are ______________________________________

Signed: _______________________________ Print Name: _____________________________

Letter to Whole School - Wealdstone FC Schools Initiative Opportunity

24th April 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

Wealdstone FC – Schools Initiative Opportunity

A link has been created with Wealdstone FC, a semi professional football club, who are based in Ruislip. They are a family friendly football club who play their football in the National League of English football.

As part of that link with the club, they are giving our pupils, along with their families, the opportunity to come along to one of their games for free. This would be an amazing opportunity for pupils who love football to go along to a live football match. We previously completed this initiative in November and February and took over 100 tickets!

Details of the game are:

Wealdstone FC vs FC Halifax Town

Monday 5th May 2025

Kick off time is 3pm at Wealdstone FC – Grosvenor Vale, Ruislip, HA4 6JQ.

Families can request up to 4 tickets. Please note pupils need to attend this event with their family members / friends. Meadow High School staff are not leading or attending this event, Travel to and from the event is the responsibility of the family themselves. Please also note that tickets are for standing only, no seated tickets are available.

If you are interested in attending this event, please complete the reply slip below and more information will be provided regarding tickets for the game.

Yours sincerely,

Mr G Millard

Article 23:- 'A child with a disability has the right to live a full and decent life with dignity and independence, and to play an active part in the community.'

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Reply-Slip: Wealdstone FC – Schools initiative opportunity – please return to Mr Millard no later than Tuesday 29th April 2025

Pupil name: ___________________________________________ Form group: ________

Parent email address: __________________________________

Number of tickets requested: _________

Letter to selected students - WEX Trip to Greencore Food To Go

23rd April 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

I am writing to inform you that your child will be visiting the food company in Stockley on Tuesday 29 April 2025 as part of the world of work curriculum. This company prepares deli products such as wraps, sandwiches and salads for various supermarkets.

The site address is -

GreenCore Food to Go, 366 Stockley, West Drayton, UB7 9BL

Please note - This visit can be cancelled or postponed at the short notice due to unforeseen circumstances.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email me on: skabhoo@meadowschool.co.uk or call school on 01895 443310 ext. 244

Yours Sincerely,
Mrs Kabhoo
Trip organiser

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GreenCore Food To Go Photo Permission Slip

Please sign and return this slip if you give permission for the photo to be taken by the school and hosting organisation for their internal and external publication purposes.

Child name: _________________________________________ Form: ____________

Parent name: ________________________________________

Signature of parent: __________________________________ Date: ______________

Letter to Whole School - Leading Parent Partnership Award Survey

April 2025

As a school, we are currently working on achieving the Leading Parent Partnership Award.

In order to evaluate our current provision, we need your input. Your views are important in helping us understand what we are doing well and how we can do even better.

If you could please complete the attached Survey by Wednesday 30th April 2025 and return to school with your child. it would be very much appreciated. All responses and suggestions will be carefully considered and used to plan a range of school improvements.

We also need some parents who would be willing to meet with the verifier on Tuesday 6th May 2025 (the time is to be decided). If you are available and would be willing to support the verifier, please complete the form below.

If you have any queries about this survey or being part of our parent interview, please contact us at gmillard@meadowhighschool.org or lgrieve@meadowhighschool.org

Yours sincerely,

G Millard and L Grieve

(LPPA coordinators)

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REPLY-SLIP: LPPA meeting – Verification day Tuesday 6th May 2025.

I would like to be part of the parents meeting on Tuesday 6th May 2025.

Parent name: ………………………..……………………………

Parent signature: …………………………………………………

Letter to selected pupils - Rebound Therapy

3rd April 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

Rebound Therapy

The Therapy team are currently organising Rebound Therapy sessions and feel it would be beneficial for your child to participate. The purpose of the sessions is to develop and enhance both gross motor control and sensory processing. Rebound Therapy is a therapeutic form of trampolining and the therapist is able to target particular areas without impacting the student.

Our intention is to conduct a series of at least six sessions, after which we will review the progress and effectiveness of the programme. These sessions are scheduled to take place one day a week (day TBC) and will be facilitated by our occupational therapists.

Please complete and return the enclosed reply slip to the school as soon as possible. Please also return the medical information.

Should you have any questions or require further information regarding this intervention, please feel free to reach out to any member of the therapy department.

Best regards,

Therapy Team

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REPLY-SLIP – Rebound Therapy – please return to Therapy Team

Pupil Name: …………………………………………………………..Class: ……………. Age: ……..

I give consent for my child to participate in Rebound Therapy sessions.

Signed (Parent/Carer): …………………………………………………… Date: ……………………

Consent and Medical Form - Rebound Therapy

Does the participant have any of the following?	YES	NO	Comments and Initial
Spinal rodding
Dwarfism
Brittle Bones
Pregnancy
Atlanto-axial instability (confirmed)
Detached retina(s)
Osteoporosis
Haemophilia
Cardiac or circulatory problems
Epilepsy
Arthritis or Stills Disease
Asthma / respiratory problems
Cystic Fibrosis
Muscular Dystrophy
Spina Bifida or Hydrocephalus
Changeable muscle tone
Dislocated hip(s) / other joint problems

Letter to Leavers Pathway 2

April 2025

Dear Parents / Carers

As you are aware, the Year 14 students and other leavers will be finishing their school year on 27th June 2025.

You are invited to attend this year's Leavers' Assembly, where students will be presented with their Records of Achievement.

Before this, on 24th June 2025, we will be organising a Year 14 trip, allowing students to spend time with their peers and enjoy a memorable send-off.

Additionally, all leavers are invited to the school Prom, which will be held on 10th July 2025.

Further details regarding these events, including timings and any additional information, will be shared in due course.

Kind Regards,

Mrs A Fabisch
Head of 6th Form

Letter to Year 7 - Trip To Windsor Castle

Wednesday 2nd of April 2025

Dear Parent / Carer,

We will be visiting Windsor Castle on Monday 9th of June 2025. This trip will provide pupils with the opportunity to explore topics we will be studying during our History lessons.

We will be travelling by minibus, which will be driven by a MIDAS (qualified) trained drivers. A First-Aider will also accompany us. We will be leaving soon after registration and we will be back at school for normal home time arrangements. All pupils are required to wear school uniform.

Please provide your child with a healthy packed lunch. If your child receives free school meals and you would like a lunch provided, please indicate this on the slip below. Please provide your child with a water bottle.

To cover the cost of the trip, we are asking for a voluntary contribution of £7. This includes a walking trail around the area, exploring the sights, a Sensory Session – The Fire at Windsor Castle and a self-guided tour of the Windsor Castle. Please pay this via ParentPay.

If you require any further information about this event, please feel free to contact me.

Yours sincerely,
Ms Kaminska
Year 7 Form Tutor

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Reply-Slip: Windsor Castle – 9th June 2025 - Please return to Ms Kaminska

I acknowledge that my child ………………………………………………………………………… will take part in this educational trip.

( ) I will be providing my child with a healthy packed lunch on that day.

( ) My child is entitled to a free school meal. Please provide one for them.

[ ] tuna mayo [ ] egg mayo [ ] cheese please tick choice of sandwich

( ) I have paid my contribution of £7 via Parent Pay.

Signed ………………………………………………………………………… Date ……………………………………

(Parent/Carer)

Letter tp Whole School - Physiotherapy Provision at Meadow High School

Dear Parents/Carers,

Re: Physiotherapy Provision at Meadow High School

I am writing to inform you that Sonali, our Physiotherapist, will be leaving Meadow High School after Easter. She will be returning for two additional days on the 28th and 29th of April to support students before her departure.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank Sonali for the invaluable contribution she has made to the school community and wish her well in her future endeavours.

Following Sonali’s departure, there will be no replacement Physiotherapist at Meadow High School. CNWL will continue to provide Physiotherapy support for students via the Child Development Centre (CDC) or other relevant teams, depending on the student’s local authority.

From May 2025 onwards, no therapy led physiotherapy programmes will take place on-site. However, class based staff led programmes may continue, if this is a mandatory requirement in the students EHC plan. Annual Physiotherapy assessments will still be conducted at the school by a Physiotherapist from CDC or another relevant team, depending on the borough that the student resides in.

Any ongoing Physiotherapy advice will come directly from these external teams, and guidance on support will be provided via parents/carers as necessary.

The therapy team at Meadow will continue to signpost Meadow staff and families to relevant external professionals as needed. However, we will not be able to provide any advice or physical intervention regarding Physiotherapy programmes on-site from May 2025 onwards.

If you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to contact me.

Yours sincerely,

Gillian Sapiano
Clinical Therapy Lead
Meadow High School

Letter to Pathway 1 - After School Music Club

26th March 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

I am delighted to share that after the Easter Holidays, we will be offering Pathway 1 pupils the opportunity to join an after school music club.

The club will be led by our music teacher from Teach Major. This club will take place on Wednesday’s after school from 3:30pm until 4:15pm. The club will run from 23rd April to 16th July 2025.

Please note that pupils will need to be collected from school at 4:15pm.

If you would be interested in your child being consider for the club please return the slip below.

Please note that there are limited spaces available.

Yours sincerely,

Hayley O’Neill
Assistant Head of Inclusion and Pastoral – PW1

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Reply Slip: After School Music Club – please return to Mrs O’Neill

Pupils name: ____________________________ Class:____________________

I would like my child to be considered for after school music club………………. Yes / No

I will collect my child promptly at 4:15pm from Meadow High School…………. Yes

Signed (Parent/Carer): _____________________________

Letter to Pathway 1 Year 14 - Leavers Date

Monday 24th March 2025

Dear Parents / Carers,

Your young person is in year 14 so is in their final year at Meadow High School. The school year for leavers ends following the leavers assembly on Friday 27th June. You will be invited to attend this year's assembly in person where students will be presented with their record of achievement. They are not required to attend school following this date and we have no facility for pupils to attend beyond this date.

In addition, following this date there will be some optional events, such as prom, a BBQ and a leavers trip that young people are invited to attend if they wish.

More information about the events will be shared in due course.

Thank-you for your understanding.

Kind Regards,
Amy Willis
Deputy Head- Pathway 1/ Northwood Road
Meadow High School
awillis@meadowhighschool.org
01895 443310 ext: 201

Letter to 10MK - Trip to Uxbridge

31^st March 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

Class Trip to Uxbridge – Tuesday 1st April 2025 – class 10MK

To celebrate their award, winning the Jack Petchey certificate for the month, one of our students has decided to spend the money on a class trip. We have arranged a visit to Uxbridge for the day on Tuesday 1st April 2025.

The trip will begin at 10.30am and we will be back before the end of the school day, in time for normal transport arrange,ents home. We will be using public transport and eating lunch at McDonalds, then going to Fassnidge Park to play outdoor sports and then ending the day with dessert at Gooey Waffle. There will be three staff members attending to support students at all times.

There will be no cost to you for food. Please can you send in an Oyster card with your child for them to use the public bus. Please do not provide lunch for your child on Tuesday.

We hope that your child will be able to take part in this trip, as it is designed to support the celebration of achievement within the class and sharing the reward with each other. If you have any enquiries, please feel free to contact me.

Thank you in advance for your help and support.

Yours faithfully,

Miss Kalia
10MK Form tutor

Letter to 7KK - Swimming

Monday 31st March 2025

Dear Parents / Carers,

Re: Swimming Lessons for Year 7 students

Your child will be having their swimming lessons every Tuesday period 2 and 3, instead of PE, starting on Tuesday 22nd April 2025.

These lessons are conducted off site and students will be taken there via school mini bus.

Swimming lessons will be taken by a teacher from Meadow who is qualified to teach swimming lessons. They will run until Tuesday 20th May 2025

They will need to bring:

Swimming trunks / costume (no bikinis)
A towel
Goggles if required

If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact me at school.

Yours Sincerely,

Ms C Sojka

(Swim Teacher)

Letter to selected pupils - Workshops for Sixth Form Art & Design

17th March 2025

Dear Parent/Carers,

To support students with their learning in Art we have arranged workshops for all 6th form Art and Design students.

Please see highlighted below which course your child is currently studying in Art and Design:

Year 1 Accreditation

Year 2 GCSE

AS Level

Students studying GCSE Art year 2 and AS Level will be in the art workshop Monday to Friday next week

Monday- 24th to Friday the 28th March.

Students who are studying year 1 accredited Art will be in the workshops on Wednesday the 26th for the day from 9:40- 3:00 and Thursday morning 27th March for 2 periods from 9:40- 11:10.

Students who are studying year 2 GCSE and AS Level Art will be in the workshops from 9:15: 3:00 for the week except for their English lessons.

The purpose of the workshops is to support work experience so pupils learn to experience working consistently on a body of work for a longer period. It also aimed to support accreditation. The experience aims to give pupils the opportunity to develop their ideas for their accreditation, without distraction to help them achieve optimum accreditation.

For year 12/13: This is also the opportunity to assess the best course of study for next year i.e. for those taking Year 1 accreditation, would they be better suited to studying a higher AQA accreditation next year (cycle 2 of year 1 accreditation) or might they be ready for GCSE next (year 2 accreditation).

Or for year 2 GCSE are they ready for AS Level art next year, or are they better suited for AQA Level 2 embedding independence and careers focus next year studying AQA units at Level 2-3.

Please could you support pupils by explaining the value of these life experiences and reminding them of what to expect next week.

N.B. All students will still attend their relative English lessons, those in year 14 who are not doing GCSE or AS Level Art will still attend external work experience on Thursday.

Yours Sincerely,

MS Brar Miss Kepinska Mrs Tudor
Year 2 GCSE & AS Art Teacher Year 1 Art Teacher & Arts Faculty Leader Vocational Faculty
Leader

Letter to Whole School - Collection of Library Books - End of Term

Thursday 20th March 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

As we approach half term, we kindly ask that you check at home for any school library books your child may have taken home.

If you have any school library books at home, please send them back to school with your child so that they can be returned to Miss Gaafar, the school Librarian, by Wednesday 2nd April 2025.

If books are not returned by Wednesday 2nd April then we will assume they are lost, and you may be issued a fine to replace these books. Please note that any extenuating circumstances will be taken into consideration before payment is requested.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Miss Gaafar via email on sgaafar@meadowhighschool.org.

Kind Regards,

Miss S Gaafar
Librarian (Supporting and Delivering Learning)

Letter to selected pupils - cancellation of Football after school club

20th March 2025

Dear Parents/ Carers,

Cancellation of Football After-School Club

Apologies, but due to us not having enough volunteering staff, we are no longer able to offer Football After School Club on a Wednesday.

If you are owed money, a refund will be processed as soon as possible.

If you owe money, we will be in contact soon.

Apologies for the inconvenience. Pupils will be leaving school at normal time 15:05 on Wednesday's.

Yours sincerely,

Mr B Anstee
PE Faculty Lead

Letter to selected pupils - cancellation of Gymnastics after school club

20th March 2025

Dear Parents/ Carers,

Cancellation of Gymnastics After-School Club

Apologies, but due to us not having enough volunteering staff, we are no longer able to offer Gymnastics After School Club on a Wednesday.

If you are owed money, a refund will be processed as soon as possible.

If you owe money, we will be in contact soon.

Apologies for the inconvenience. Pupils will be leaving school at normal time 15:05 on Wednesday's.

Yours sincerely,

Mr B Anstee
PE Faculty Lead

Letter to Whole School - Celebrating Eid el-Fitr in school

Eid Celebrations

Thursday 3rd April 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

On Thursday 3rd April 2025, we will be celebrating Eid al-Fitr at school. We will be having a themed lunch with Asian street food and pupils can come in wearing their traditional clothes.

The pupils will be learning about the observed holiday in assemblies and PSHCE lessons that week.

We will be accepting voluntary charity donations to raise money for Friends of Meadow via your child’s parent pay account.

Many thanks for your continued support.

Mrs Mistry

AHT Workforce Development

Letter to Pathway 1 - Eid Celebration - Henna and Mehndi

17th March 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

As part of our school’s celebration of Eid, we are organising a special Eid party for our students on Thursday,

3rd April 2025.

One of the activities planned for the event is the application of Mehndi on the children’s hands.

Mehndi application is a traditional and culturally significant practice during Eid festivities. It is an opportunity for our students to engage with and celebrate cultural diversity within our school community.

We assure you that the Mehndi paste we will be using is safe and made from natural ingredients. However, we understand that some parents may have concerns about their child participating in this activity, particularly if their child has allergies.

If your child has any known allergies or sensitivities, please indicate so on the slip below. Additionally, if you would like to give permission for your child to have henna applied on their hand during the Eid party, please complete the slip below and return it to the school.

Many thanks,

Mrs Majidi
Pathway 1 Teacher

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REPLY-SLIP: Eid Party – 3rd April 2025 - Henna or Mehndi reply slip

please return to Mrs Majidi

Name of Child: ………………………………………………………………. Class: ………………………

( ) I do not give permission for my child to have henna / mehndi applied on their hand.

( ) I give permission for my child to have henna / mehndi applied on their hand during the Eid party

( ) My child has allergies or sensitivities to the following substances:

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Signed: ……………………………………….…………………. Date: …………….

Letter to Class YA - Swimming

18th March 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

As part of PE lessons, pupils in Class YA will be having swimming lessons starting on 28th April 2025 until 21st July 2025.

Pupils will travel via minibus to Windsor Leisure Centre and be taught by qualified swim instructors. Members of staff from the class team will also be in the water to support.

Swimming will occur each Monday. Pupils will require suitable swimming shorts, a towel and any other personal preferences when swimming such as googles. I also suggest sending in an extra snack and drink as swimming can make you hungry.

Yours sincerely,
Faye Bonnar
Assistant Head Teacher Pathway 1

Letter to GCSE Art Students - Trip to Sculpture Park

17 March 2025

Dear Parent/Carers,

To support students with their learning in Art we have arranged a trip to the Sculpture Park for all GCSE students on Friday 21st March.

Pupils on the trip should aim to arrive at school promptly by 8:50 if possible. We aim to leave school from the main hall prompt at 9:00 am and return to school for period 6 by 2:10pm.

The visit will heavily support the students Accredited learning/ GCSE qualification

Pupils are Learning: how to use photography and quick sketching skills to research ideas for their project theme. Direct observation and their use of real sources is a requirement of their studies.

Visits to Sculpture Parks are an excellent opportunity to learn about Artists work from around the world and develop imagination in our work to inspire pupils' own art pieces. All the artwork at the Park is for sale, so students will be able to use their mobile phones using the QR code to find out more about them online! If you specifically would not like your child to bring their phone on the trip please notify their Form Tutor or Art teacher by the 19th of March at the latest.

We will travel to Farnham on a minibus, which will be driven by staff who are MIDAS trained. The sculpture park is outside so Students need to bring:

1) A waterproof jacket preferably with hood, (if sunny please provide a sun cap and sunblock)

2) A water bottle/drink

3) A healthy packed lunch with them, but if they are entitled to a free school meal then they will be provided with one.

4) A backpack/Rucksack large enough to carry a standard A4 Sketch book, an Ipad and their lunch

5) A pencil/Pen and rubber

6) A Mobile phone if desired

Any of these additional items that pupils bring on the trip will be documented before departure, whilst the school will take due care and attention to verify items pupils take on the trip return with them, the pupil is responsible for their possessions and the school does not take responsibility for any lost or stolen or damaged equipment.

IPads and SLR Camera’s will be provided for photographic research by the school and pupils are reminded to take due care and attention of any device or equipment they will use.

Please note there is a shallow pond for part of the planned route should water levels be considered higher than usual by the Park Staff or evaluated as a risk by the trip Leader on the day due to heavy rain the original planned blue and green route will be adjusted to the red route without the pond or the trip rescheduled. Students will be reminded of general safety walking around the park especially with regard to water.

We will return to school within normal school hours. This is an educational visit and pupils are expected to attend the trip as part of their learning.

We are looking forward to an exciting and inspiring day out.

Yours Sincerely,
MS Brar & Miss Kepinska
Art Teachers

Letter to Year 7 (Pathway 2) - Junior Citizenship Event at Brunel

Dear Parent / Carer,

We will be attending the Hillingdon Junior Citizenship event at Brunel University on the morning of Thursday 20th March. The pupils are given an opportunity to listen to and interact with various public services including the police, the fire brigade and TfL.

We will be walking to and from Brunel, leaving soon after registration and we will be back at school for normal lunch arrangements. A minibus will be dropping some pupils off if required. All pupils are required to wear school uniform as usual.

Please can you fill in and return the attached publicity consent form.

If you require any further information about this event, please contact me at school.

Yours sincerely,
Ms Sojka
Year 7 tutor

Publicity Consent Form

London Fire Brigade is run by the
Greater London Authority
Date MARCH 2025
Our Ref Junior Citizens Event 2025

Publicity Consent Form

Dear Sir or Madam,

From time-to-time photographs may be taken during the Junior Citizens Event being held in March 2025. The local press may also attend during the event to take some publicity photos for local newspapers or magazines. There is also the possibility that photos may be used on our website, social media platform or other Brigade publications.

I understand and authorise the use of photographs of my child for publicity purposes for the 2025 Junior Citizens Event.

Name of child: ………………………………………………………………………….................................

Name of parent or guardian: ………………………………………………………………………………………

Signature of parent or guardian: ………………………………………………………………………………..

Name of school: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….

Date: …………………................

Letter to Pathway 1 - Eid Celebration Afternoon

14th March 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

On 3rd April 2025, Pathway 1 are hosting an Eid Celebration Afternoon as part of Religious Education within Theme learning and PSHCE.

In order to successfully immerse in the learning, we would like to invite parents/carers to join us for a feast and games to celebrate Eid together. Last year's event was a great success. There was delicious food on offer from families and staff, so once again we are requesting for pupils/families to bring in food for the celebration, either homemade or bought. Please note foods must be nut-free and anything homemade requires an accompanying full list of ingredients.

Please return the reply-slip confirming attendance and if you wish to take your child home with you afterwards. You are welcome to take photos of your own child, but please do not take photos of other children or include these in any social media posts.

Please note that Parking is not allowed in the school car park.

There is space for dropping off food. Cars must then be parked offsite.

Please arrive at 1.40 ready for the Eid Celebration. The event will finish promptly at 2.40.

We hope you can join us. Any questions please email fbonnar@meadowhighschool.org.

Many thanks,

F Bonnar
Assistant Head PW1

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Reply Slip – Pathway 1 Eid Celebration Afternoon – please return to F Bonnar

Pupils name: ____________________________ Class:_______________

	I will be attending the Eid Celebration Afternoon on 3rd April and my child will go home as normal.

	I will be attending the Eid Celebration Afternoon on 3rd April and will take my child home at 2.40pm.

	Unfortunately, I cannot attend.

Signed (Parent/Carer): ______________________________________________________

Letter to Pathway 1 - Year 14 - Leavers Date

Monday 10th March 2025

Dear Parents / Carers,

In addition, following this date there will be some optional events, such as prom, a BBQ and a leavers trip that young people are invited to attend if they wish.

More information about the events will be shared in due course.

Thank-you for your understanding.

Kind Regards,

Amy Willis
Deputy Head- Pathway 1/ Northwood Road
Meadow High School
awillis@meadowhighschool.org
01895 443310 ext: 201

Letter to Year 8 - Cotswold Wildlife Park

Wednesday 12th March 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

To support your child with their learning of ‘Environments’ in Geography we have arranged a trip to Cotswold Wildlife Park on Tuesday 18th March 2025.

We will be leaving school after registration at 9:10am and returning to school in time for transport at 3pm. Therefore, you will need to provide your child with a healthy packed lunch and plenty of water. If your child is entitled to a free school meal then one can be provided for them. We will travel on a coach and will be accompanied by First-Aid members of staff.

The cost of the trip will be covered by the school. We will not be visiting the gift shop, so your child will require no money on the day.

Please complete the attached slip and return it as soon as possible. If you have any queries, please feel free to contact me.

Yours sincerely,
Mrs Rottmann

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REPLY-SLIP: Cotswold Wildlife Park. Tuesday 18th March 2025

I acknowledge that my child ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. will take part in this educational trip.

( ) I will be providing my child with a healthy packed lunch on that day.

( ) My child is entitled to a free lunch. Please provide one for him/her.

Sandwich choice: Cheese ( ) Tuna Mayo ( ) Egg Mayo ( )

Signed …………………………………………………………… Date ……………………………………………………………………

(Parent/Carer)

Letter to 6KB and 6MS - Marriott Visit

11th March 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

I am writing to inform you that your child will be visiting Marriott Hotel on 21/03/2025 as part of the Career curriculum.

The site address is -

Marriott Hotel
Bath Road
Heathrow Airport
Hayes
UB3 5AN

Students and school staff members will leave school around 9:45am on the school minibus and will return to school by 12:45 pm. During the visit, students will be shown a small presentation about the Project SEARCH. Students will also get an opportunity to tour the hotel and speak to a few interns in various departments to understand the programme. This trip is free of charge and does not require any contribution.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email me on: skabhoo@meadowschool.co.uk or call school on 01895 443310 ext. 244

Yours Sincerely,
Mrs Kabhoo
Trip Organiser

Letter to Whole School - Parents Evening

4th March 2025

Parents Evening

Thursday 13th March 2025

4pm - 7pm

Dear Parents/Carers,

We would like to invite you and your son / daughter to attend our Parents Evening on Thursday 13th March 2025. This is an important evening and provides you with an opportunity to speak to your child’s form tutor and subject teachers.

We will not be making appointments this time; all meetings will be face-to-face at school.

Please can we ask that you let us know in advance of your preferred time slot; you will be asked to sit and wait to see the teachers during your chosen time slot.

Please return the attached reply-slip to school as soon as possible.

Thank you.

Michelle Taylor Amy Willis
Deputy Headteacher PW2 Deputy Headteacher PW1

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REPLY-SLIP: Parents Evening – Thursday 13 March 2025 – please return to Reception

Pupil Name: _______________________________ Class: ___________

	I am unable to attend
	I am able to attend and will arrive at the time below

	4:00-5:00
	5:00-6:00
	6:00-7:00

Signed ______________________________ (Parent / Carer)

Print the letter and reply slip here

Letter to Whole School - Comic Relief Red Nose Day

Comic Relief / Red Nose Day

Friday 21st March 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

On Friday 21st March, we will celebrate 40 years of Comic Relief by hosting a non-uniform day with an '80s throwback theme! If your child would prefer, they may wear red.

The pupils will be learning about the charity and all the work they do across the world in assemblies and PSHCE lessons that week. There will be a 80s themed disco run at lunchtime for all students to enjoy the iconic music and style of the decade!

We will be accepting voluntary charity donations via your child’s parent pay account.

Many thanks for your continued support.

Mrs Mistry
Assistant Headteacher Workforce Development

Letter to Year 7 (Pathway 2) - Roald Dhal Museum Trip

Monday 3^rd March

Dear Parent/Carer

To support your child with their learning of ‘George’s Marvellous Medicine’ in English I have arranged a trip to the Roald Dahl Museum in Great Missenden on Monday 31st March 2025.

We will be leaving school after registration at 9:30am and returning to school in time for transport at 3pm. Therefore, you will need to provide your child with a healthy packed lunch and plenty of water. If your child is entitled to a free school meal then one can be provided for them. We will travel on the mini bus, which will be driven by a MIDAS (qualified) trained driver. A First-Aider will also accompany us.

To cover the cost of the trip I am asking for a voluntary contribution of £10. This includes a walking trail around the area, exploring the sights and sounds that inspired Roald Dahls’ stories, a Sensory Storytelling Experience run by the Museum and a private, self-guided tour of the museum.

Please pay this via ParentPay.

Please complete the attached slip and return it as soon as possible. If you have any queries, please feel free to contact me.

Yours sincerely,
Ms Sojka (Year 7 Form Tutor)

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Re: Roald Dahl Museum Trip. Monday 31st March 2025 – please return to Ms Sojka

I acknowledge that my child ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. will take part in this educational trip.

( ) I will be providing my child with a healthy packed lunch on that day.

( ) My child is entitled to a free lunch. Please provide one.

Sandwich choice: cheese ( ) tuna mayo ( ) egg mayo ( )

( ) I have paid my contribution of £10 onto Parent Pay.

Signed …………………………………………………………… Date …………………………………………………

(Parent/Carer)

Letter to selected pupils - football trip

7th March 2025

Dear Parents/ Careers,

Football Tournament

Your child has been selected to attend a Football Event on Tuesday, 11th March 2025.

The event will take place between 10:00 – 15:00.

On the day, your child should come into school in their PE kit with shin pads. They will also need to bring a healthy packed lunch, as lunch will not be provided at the event. If your child is entitled to a free school meal, then we can provide a packed lunch (please indicate on reply-slip below if you require a lunch.

Please note that your child will be picked up from school at the usual time of 15:05.

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out.

Kind regards,
Mr. Anstee
PE Faculty Lead

Letter to selected pupils - PE for Leisure : Trampolining

4th March 2025

Dear Parents/ Carers,

PE for Leisure; Trampolining

To support your child’s PE for Leisure course, your child will be taking part in two trampolining sessions (10th and 17th March 2025), with the aim for student’s to experience as many different sports as possible. The event will be taking place between 11:30 – 12:45 so no extra travel arrangements need to be made. On the day, your child should come into school in their PE kit and comfortable trainers.

As required by the external providers, please fill the consent forms attached before Friday 7th March.

If you have any questions just let me know.

Kind regards,

Mr. Anstee
PE Faculty Lead

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REPLY SLIP: PE for Leisure; Trampolining – please return to Mr Anstee

I am aware that my child ……………………………………….…………….… medical needs/ medication has changed since the last time I notified the school

I have attached medical documentation to help the school update their Risk Assessment

I acknowledge that there are NO updates to report for my child …………………………………………….

My emergency contact details are ______________________________________

I have attached the Parental Consent Form

Signed: __________________________ Print Name: __________________________

Letter to Whole School - World Book Day & Careers Week: Monday 3rd – Friday 7th March 2025

27th February 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

Re: Curriculum link PE Faculty – Healthy Choices, Communication + Resilience

World Book Day and Careers Week is nearly here! As always, we use this as a fun way to promote core literacy and communication skills as well as build links with to life beyond school. This year marks the 30th World Book Day since it was created and it is celebrated in over 100 countries.

To support our students in building the skills and knowledge needed for life beyond Meadow, this year we are teaming up with the PE Faculty to focus on how staying active and taking part in sports can have a positive impact on your life. We have a wide range of events planned to ensure that all students have an opportunity to build awareness of the world of work and discuss their aspirations for the future. During the week students will

take part in a competition to research and explain who their sporting hero is
take part in a range of job related activities with some very special visitors from the world of work
have fun building fitness and team work skills in a giant inflatable obstacle course
visit our library to hear staff reading some of the World Book Day books and join us at lunchtime for film club [check out our YouTube channel, Meadow High School Hello, too!]
join in an special assembly, collect their World Book Day book and new class reading corner books
take part in a non-uniform day on Thursday 6th March – the theme is sport and sporting heroes . OR come dressed as a favourite character from a story or for a job they are interested in.

We hope that the students all have a fantastic week!

Yours faithfully,

Mrs. Sugden             Mrs. Tudor Miss Gaafar                             Mr Anstee
on behalf of the     on behalf of the       MHS Librarian           on behalf of the
English & Vocational Faculty Supporting Delivering PE Faculty
Communication & Learning
Faculty

Letter to selected pupils - Brentford FC Tour

Stadium Tour; Brentford FC

I am happy to announce that your child has the opportunity to attend a stadium tour at GTECH Stadium, the home of Brentford FC. This trip will take place this Friday (28th Feb), between 09:30 - 13:00, so no extra arrangements need to be made.

However, in order for your child to attend, please fill out the Consent Form attached and return to Mr Szabo ASAP.

Please contact me if you have any questions.

Kind regards,

Mr. Szabo

PE Teacher

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REPLY SLIP: Stadium Tour; Brentford FC - please return to Mr Szabo.

I am aware that my child ……………………………………….………….…………….… medical needs/ medication has changed since the last time I notified the school

		I have attached the completed ‘Consent Form’

		I have attached medical documentation to help the school update their Risk Assessment
		Or

		I acknowledge that there are NO updates to report for my child

My emergency contact details are ______________________________________

Signed (Parent/Carer): __________________________ Print Name: __________________________

Letter to Year 11 and Sixth Form - Careers Week - Brenford FC

27th February 2025

Dear Parents / Carers,

Career’s Week; Brentford FC

To support Career’s Week, all year 11 and 6th form staff will be attending the Building Connections Career Fair hosted at the GTECH stadium, which will be delivered in partnership with UK Youth and CCEP.

At the last event, they had 30+ exhibitors and welcomed 400+ young people. The details are:

Date: Tuesday, 4th March 2025
Time: 10:00 – 14:00
Venue: GTECH Community Stadium, Brentford (TW8 0RU)

The event is aimed at 16–25-year-olds, and we encourage exhibitors to include a ‘have-a-go’ activity where possible to make the experience more interactive.

We will have exhibitors from: Corporates, Colleges/University, Local Support Services, Entry-Level Roles, Training Providers

Please contact your pupils from the tutor if you have any questions.

Kind regards,

Mrs Tudor

Vocational’s Lead

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REPLY SLIP: Career’s Week; Brentford FC; please return to your Form Tutor.

I am aware that my child ……………………………………….…………….… medical needs/ medication has changed since the last time I notified the school

My child is bringing their own packed lunch.

My child has free school meals and would like a: tuna/cheese/egg sandwich (please circle).

I have attached medical documentation to help the school update their Risk Assessment

Or…..

I acknowledge that there are NO updates to report for my child …………………………………………….

My emergency contact details are ______________________________________

Signed: __________________________ Print Name: __________________________

Letter to Year 9 - Food Tech

February 2025,

Dear Parents/Carer,

In Food Technology in Year 9, we focus on Meat and Dairy products. This term we will be making:

Cauliflower Cheese
Chilli Con Carne
Cheese Scones
Cheese and Tomato Pasta Bake

Pupils will also taste and evaluate a range of dishes containing cereal products.

If you wish your child to take the products that he/she prepares, the amount required for 4 practical lessons will be £8.00 which is equivalent to £2.00 per lesson. We will also provide a suitable container for the food to be taken home in.

Please make payment via your ParentPay account. If you require assistance with your account, please speak to the Reception team. If you are unable to make this payment in full, please let us know and we will arrange for weekly payments to be made.

Thank you in advance.

Food Technology Department

Letter to Year 8 - Food Tech

February 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

In Food Technology in Year 8, pupils focus on Fruit and Vegetables. This term we will be making:

Muesli Bars
Mini Quiche
Pasta Salad
Banana Muffins

Pupils will also taste and evaluate a range of foods.

Please make payment via your ParentPay account. If you require assistance with your account, please speak to the reception team. If you are unable to make this payment in full, please let us know and we will arrange for weekly payments to be made.

Thank you in advance.

Miss LePage
Food Technology Department

Letter to Year 7 - Food Tech

February 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

In Food Technology in Year 7, pupils focus on health and safety whilst making a range of dishes. This term pupils will be making:

Vegetable Cornish Pasties
Cupcakes
Mediterranean Rice
Quick Bap Pizza

If you wish your child to take the products that they prepare, the amount required for 4 practical lessons will be £8.00, which is equivalent to £2.00 per lesson. We will also provide a suitable container for the food to be taken home in.

Please make payment via your Parent Pay account. If you require assistance with your account, please contact the reception team. If you are unable to make this payment in full, please let us know and we will arrange for weekly payments to be made.

Thank you in advance.

Food Technology Department

Letter (all pupils) re: Brentford FC CST A free full day at Battle of Britain Bunker and The Norman Leddy Gardens

12th February 2025

Dear Parents / Carers,

Brentford FC CST: A free full day at Battle of Britain Bunker and The Norman Leddy Gardens

I'd like to invite your students to the next Short-Breaks activity, which we'll deliver free of charge.

Before going through the details, bear in mind that enclosed to this email, you can find:

The consent form is needed for every participant.
A flyer that you can forward to the families.

During the Spring half-term, through the AccessAbility project, Brentford FC CST will continue to deliver a free-of-charge day for young people aged 14-25 years with a disability or who are Deaf/Hard of Hearing.

I am thrilled to invite you to an exciting day structured for the first time this year; you will be the first to participate!

In the morning, we'll have a guided visit to the Battle of Britain Bunker, the underground bunker where the RAF was stationed during the Second World War. It's perfectly preserved; literally, it's like a time machine through history.
In the afternoon, we'll visit Norman Leddy Memorial Gardens, one of the borough's gardens of excellence. The gardens are popular for planting commemorative trees and shrubs, and their layout allows circular and linear walks for people of all ages and abilities.

The detailed information about the day is as follows:

Date: Monday, 17th February 2025.
Meeting time: 10 am at Battle of Britain Bunker (Wren Ave, Uxbridge UB10 0GG).
Collecting time: 3 pm at The Norman Leddy Gardens (Hayes End Rd, Hayes UB4 8EJ).

Key information for the day:

If your child requires one-to-one support, we request that a parent or carer stay with them throughout the trip.
We'll take a bus to move from Battle of Britain Bunker to The Norman Leddy Gardens; if you won't be with your daughter/son, give him/her an Oyster for the short trip.
Lunch will not be provided.

Please give us:

The overall number of spaces you would like to book, i.e., Robert Ross + 1.
The participants' full names, specifying if they are participants or parents/careers.

This trip is completely free of charge to all participants. Spaces are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

If you book a space, please attend the session. Otherwise, you are keeping a slot that another family cannot take.

For more information or to book a space for your child/young adult/student, please get in touch with Antonio Scicchitano: ascicchitano@brentfordfccst.com

Enclosed in this email you can find the sensory map for the Battle of Britain Bunker too.

We would love to see you there!

Kind regards,
Antonio Scicchitano (AccessAbility Project Coordinator)

ATTACHMENT: Consent Form
ATTACHMENT: Battle of Britain Bunker - Map

Letter (all pupils) Brentford FC Para Talent Pathway

12th February 2025

Dear Parents / Carers,

Brentford FC CST: Para Talent Pathway

The Football Association has a programme called England Para Talent Pathway; it is a program that helps players with specific impairments develop their skills to aspire to play for the England Para squad. In details:

Football ability: No previous skill is required to start training at an England Para squad Hub .
Impairments: To include players with cerebral palsy, visual, or hearing impairments .
Goal: To find players with the potential to play for England, even if they are "hidden" in mainstream clubs .

Brentford FC Community Trust is an accredited centre for the England Para Talent Pathway, and we often organise England Para Talent ID days .

That means I can forward students with cerebral palsy, visual, or hearing impairments to the proper centre so they can start playing football and aspire to be national England Players .

You can find more information at:

Video of one of our PARA Talent ID Day: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q1hsFsOR75I
England Para Talent pathway TheFA website: https://www.englandfootball.com/play/Disability-Football/England-Para-Talent-Pathway

If you have any players who could start this pathway, please do not hesitate to message me. I can then come at Meadow Special School to follow up.

All the best!

Kind regards,
Antonio Scicchitano (AccessAbility Project Coordinator)

Letter (all pupils) - Wealdstone FC - Schools Initiative Opportunity

11 February 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

Wealdstone FC – Schools Initiative Opportunity

Details of the game are:

Wealdstone FC vs Ebbsfleet FC

Saturday 22nd February 2025

Kick off time is 3pm at Wealdstone FC – Grosvenor Vale, Ruislip, HA4 6JQ.

Families can request up to 4 tickets. Please note pupils need to attend this event with their family members / friends. Please note Meadow High School staff are not leading or attending this event, Travel to and from the event is the responsibility of the family themselves. Please also note that tickets are for standing only, no seated tickets are available.

If you are interested in attending this event, please complete the reply slip below and more information will be provided regarding tickets for the game.

Yours sincerely,
Mr G Millard

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Reply-Slip: Wealdstone FC – Schools initiative opportunity – please return to Mr Millard no later than Friday 14th February 2025

Pupil name and Form group: __________________________________________

Parent email address: __________________________________

Number of tickets requested: _________

Letter to Whole School - Book Fayre Parent Carer Coffee Afternoons

Wednesday 5th February 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

We are very excited to announce that from Tuesday 25th February till Friday 28th February we will be running a Scholastic Book Fair in our Library, just in time for World Book Day!

The Scholastic Book Fair is a pop-up celebration of reading that puts the very best books directly into your child’s hands, all while raising rewards to spend on free books and essential resources for our school! For every sale made, Meadow High School will receive 50% in FREE rewards that we can use for even more resources for our students!

We will be hosting two parent coffee afternoons on:

One session on Tuesday 25th February:

3.15pm till 4.15pm

One session on Thursday 27th February:

1.45pm till 2.45pm

These will give you the opportunity to visit the Fair with your child and choose some of the fantastic books that will be on offer! You can pay at our parent coffee afternoons via card, Google Pay or Apple Pay using a card machine we will provide at the fair.

If you would like to join us at one of the parent coffee afternoons, please fill out the reply slip below and return it to your child’s form tutor. If you have any questions, please contact our Librarian, Miss S Gaafar, on sgaafar@meadowhighschool.org.

Kind Regards,

Miss S Gaafar

Librarian (Supporting and Delivering Learning)

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Re: Scholastic Book Fair Parents Coffee Afternoon Sessions 25.02.25 or 27.02.25

( ) I would like to attend the Tuesday 25th February 3.15pm - 4.15pm session with my child.

( ) I would like to attend the Thursday 27th February 1.45pm - 2.45pm session with my child.

Child’s Name: __________________________________________ Class: ____________________

Signed: _________________________________________________________________

PRINT NAME: ___________________________________________________________

Letter to Class 8SR - Swimming lessons

Monday 10th February 2025

Dear Parents / Carers,

Re: Swimming Lessons for Year 8 students

Your child will be having their swimming lessons on a Thursday, Period 4 and 5, instead of PE. The lessons will start on Thursday 27th February 2025.

They will not need their PE kit, but will need their swimming kit. These lessons take place off site and students will be transported there via school mini bus. Their last swimming lesson will be on Thursday the 8th May 2025. After this, they will have PE twice per week again.

They will need to bring:

Swimming trunks / costume (no bikinis)
A towel
Goggles if required

If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact me at school.

Yours Sincerely,

Miss C Sojka
(Swim Teacher)

Letter to Class 7CS - Swimming Lessons

Monday 10th February 2025

Dear Parents / Carers,

Re: Swimming Lessons for Year 7 students.

Your child will be having their swimming lessons every Tuesday Period 2 and 3, instead of PE. The lessons will start on Tuesday 25th February 2025.

These lessons take place off site and students will be taken there via school mini bus. Swimming lessons will be taken by a teacher from Meadow who is qualified to teach swimming lessons. They will run until Tuesday 1st April 2025.

They will need to bring:

Swimming trunks / costume (no bikinis)
A towel
Goggles if required

If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact me at school.

Yours Sincerely,
Ms C Sojka
(Swim Teacher)

Letter to selected pupils - Gymnastics Club Acceptance

27 January 2025

Dear Parents / Carer

After School Club; Gymnastics with NMO Sports

Your child has successfully gained a place at the above club. The club will start from Wednesday 29 January 2025 for 8 weeks.

Payment of £5-per-session needs to be made on ParentPay before the start of each session. If payment has not been received by lunchtime on the day, parents will be informed that their child will be going home at normal time (15:05). If participation numbers reduce, the price may have to be reviewed. Parents will be contacted of this PRIOR to any changes.

Please note, students will be required to bring their own PE kit to wear. If for any reason they cannot attend the club that week, please send a message to either myself or the school reception.

Please be aware, in order for this club to run MHS staff are supporting on a voluntary basis, so there is no extra MHS staffing. If your child is unable to access the club or does not take part we will have to withdraw them from the club. This is because the child will be gaining a negative experience from sport, which is something we do not want. We will contact you if this situation occurs.

Lastly, if your child does not wish for a place anymore please let me know as soon as possible.

Please contact me if you have any questions.

Kind regards.

Yours sincerely

Mr. Anstee

PE Faculty Lead and NMO Sports

Letter to 9DK - Visit to The Dogs Trust

29th January 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

Visit to Dogs Trust – Thursday 13th February 2025 – class 9DK

To support your child with their learning in English, we have arranged an educational visit Dogs Trust in Harefield on Thursday 13th February 2025.

The trip will be after lunch and we will be back before the end of school day. We will be leaving school at 1:05 pm and returning to school at 2:50 pm in time for normal transport home. We will be travelling by minibus, which will be driven by MIDAS (qualified) trained drivers, first aiders will also accompany us.

There will be no cost to you.

We hope that your child will be able to take part in this trip, as it is designed to support the learning that takes place in the classroom. If you have any enquiries, please feel free to contact your child’s form tutor.

Thank you in advance for your help and support.

Yours faithfully,

Mrs Mansoor Ms Kovacs Mr Gordon

(Year 9 English team)

Letter to 9DM - Visit to The Dogs Trust

29th January 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

Visit to Dogs Trust – Tuesday 4th February 2025 – class 9DM

To support your child with their learning in English, we have arranged an educational visit Dogs Trust in Harefield on Tuesday 4th February 2025.

There will be no cost to you.

Thank you in advance for your help and support.

Yours faithfully,

Mrs Mansoor Ms Kovacs Mr Gordon

(Year 9 English team)

Letter to 9SA - Visit To The Dogs Trust

29th January 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

Visit to Dogs Trust – Thursday 6th February 2025 – class 9SA

To support your child with their learning in English, we have arranged an educational visit Dogs Trust in Harefield on Thursday 6th February 2025.

There will be no cost to you.

Thank you in advance for your help and support.

Yours faithfully,

Mrs Mansoor Ms Kovacs Mr Gordon

(Year 9 English team)

Letter to Whole School - Flair Survey

Dear Parent,

During the week of the 3rd February 2025, all students and staff will receive an email invite to take part in an anonymous 'Race In The School Community' questionnaire, run by an external company called FLAIR.

The questions will provide an opportunity for students and staff to reflect on their views and experiences related to race while at school. The responses will give us a better idea of student and staff experiences and help us to understand in which areas we can improve. The findings from this research will also help guide our policy decisions.

The questionnaire is anonymous and names are not attached to the responses, so we have no way of knowing who completed it. To guarantee that participants remain anonymous, a confidentiality threshold of 5 has been set. It is very important to us that our students and staff are completely honest.

The questionnaire only takes 10 minutes to complete and will be done in school time, with the support of your child’s teachers and teaching assistants.

What happens next?

In the next few days, students and staff will receive an email link to complete the questionnaire.

Once results are in, we will share key findings so you can see how we are doing. Action planning will then begin shortly after. At each stage, we will share our progress with you.

Thank you for playing your part in our efforts to continually improve our culture. If you have any questions, please get in touch.

Many thanks,
Claire Sojka Maxine Newmancsojka@meadowhighschool.org mnewman@meadowhighschool.org
EDI Lead EDI Lead

Letter to Y10 Pathway 1 - Duke of Edinburgh Award Bronze

9th January 2025

Dear Parents/Carers,

Pupils in Year 10 class have been working towards their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award. To achieve the full award pupils are required to undertake a 2 day, 1 night expedition.

We are arranging two expeditions to cater for the number of young people ready to take on this adventure. The first one is planned for 19th and 20th June 2025. We have 8 spaces available. We have more pupils than spaces so, if not attending this expedition, another will run in either September 2025 or June 2026 to ensure all pupils achieve the award.

The expedition will occur at Rickmansworth Canoe Sports Trust for two days undertaking water sports, including canoeing, kayaking and paddle boarding (pupils do not need to be able to swim). Pupils will then ‘camp’ (in the classroom/school field) on the Thursday night. They will also be cooking their own food for dinner on the Thursday evening (if needed food can be supplied from home).

It is a great opportunity for pupils to undertake a new challenge and push themselves. Familiar staff from school will support throughout the duration of the expedition. All pupils' needs will be discussed in advance with families to ensure everyone is supported and feeling confident to undertake the expedition.

Unfortunately, if the young people do not attend an expedition, they won't achieve the full award. They will still receive their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award for the sections they have achieved in school but will not achieve the full accreditation.

Please reply by 17th January and I will inform families and pupils who will be attending on which dates.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact fbonnar@meadowhighschool.org

Many thanks,

Faye Bonnar
Assistant Head Pathway 1

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Return slip – Duke of Edinburgh – please return to Miss F Bonnar or email fbonnar@meadowhighschool.org

I would like ___________________________________ (pupils name) to attend the 2 day,

1 night expedition in June 2025.

I am keen for ___________________________________ (pupils name) to attend an expedition but would prefer to be on the second list in Sept 2025/June 2026.

I am not interested in ___________________________________ (pupils name) attending any expedition.

Signed _____________________________________ (Parent/Carer)

Letter to Class SS

15th January 2025

Dear Parents and Carers,

Re: Ms Sewell Absence

I am writing to inform you that from Monday 20th January 2025 Ms Sewell will be absent for a short period (4-6 weeks anticipated) to have a planned medical procedure. I am sure you join me in wishing her a quick and speedy recovery. Ms Sewell will prepare your son/daughter of her absence with a social story.

In her absence, your son/daughter will be taught by Mrs Daniels, who is an experienced form tutor at Meadow High School. The class Teaching Assistants will be present throughout and myself, Mrs O’Neill and Miss Bonner available for support where needed.

If you need to contact the class team, Mrs Daniels is available on the email address: ldaniels@meadowhighschool.org or via the school office on 01895443310. Mrs Daniels has spent the last week getting to know your child and observing the class routines alongside Ms Sewell, so she is a familiar face to your child.

Kind Regards,

Amy Willis
Deputy Head Teacher
Meadow High School

Letter to Whole School - After School Gymnastics Club

15th January 2025

Dear Parents / Carers,

After School Club: Gymnastics w NMO Sports

I am happy to announce that NMO Sports are offering an After School Club for our pupils. These sessions will take place from Wednesday 29th January 2024.

Each session will be up to £10 per child [however, the more pupils the less cost per pupil]. Payments need to be made via Parent Pay - However, the actual cost will be confirmed once the number of pupils have been confirmed.

Gymnastics will be taking place inside in the Main Hall.

Please note, students will be required to bring their own PE kit to wear. If for any reason they cannot attend the club that week, please send a message to either myself or school reception.

If you would like your child to attend the gymnastics club, please complete the reply slip and send it back to me. I will then send home a letter informing you if your child has a place or not. It is first come first serve basis so please do not assume you have a place until you receive a confirmation letter.

Please be aware, in order for this club to run MHS staff are supporting on a voluntary basis. If it becomes apparent that a pupil requires additional support, they will not be allowed to continue to attend.

The first session will be taking place on Wednesday 29th January 2025.

Please contact me if you have any questions.

Kind regards,
Mr. Anstee
PE Faculty Lead and NMO Sports

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REPLY SLIP: After School Club: Gymnastics w NMO Sports; please return to Mr Anstee.

My child ……………………………………….…………….… would like a place at the Gymnastics Club
I acknowledge that I must pay no more than £10 per session.

- Please identify the maximum you are willing to pay per session - will we use this information to negotiate with the company however, we can not guarantee the price will change; _£______________

I acknowledge that I must pick my child up from reception at 16:15.

My child is an independent traveller and will make their own way home (please tick if yes).

I acknowledge that I have to wait for a confirmation letter before my child’s place is confirmed.

My emergency contact details are ______________________________________

Signed: __________________________ Print Name: __________________________

Letter to selected pupils - Devon Parents Meeting

Dear Parents/Carers,

Residential Trip to Devon Monday 24^th March - Friday 28^th March 2025

Parents Information Meeting: Thursday 30^th January at 4:00pm.

The purpose of this meeting is to provide you with important information regarding the trip. It will also give you the opportunity to ask any questions/raise any concerns that you may have.

The meeting will begin at 4:00pm promptly so please arrive in plenty of time. We will start with a short welcome and presentation, explaining all the arrangements for the day of departure and arrival back at school. There will be an opportunity for you to ask questions and meet some of the staff who will be attending the trip.

Parents/Carers of children, who have attended this trip before, are welcome and recommended to attend this meeting just in case of any changes from previous trips.

If you need your child to remain at school and not go on transport and be supervised until 4pm please indicate this on the reply slip below.

Kind regards,
Mr Millard
Trip Leader

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REPLY-SLIP: Parent Information Meeting for the Devon Trip - Thursday 30^th January at 4:00pm.

Name of Child: __________________________________________ Form class: ________

Names of people attending: __________________________________________________

[ ] I / will need my child to be supervised between 3pm and 4pm on the day of the meeting.

[ ] I / we will be attending the meeting on Thursday 30th January at 4:00pm.

[ ] I am unable to attend and would appreciate the pack being sent home with my child

Please complete and return to Mr Millard

Letter - Bikeability Invitation (selected pupils)

YEAR 6 2024-25 Bikeability Level 1&2 - Meadow High (AM ONLY)

Dear Parent/Guardian

On behalf of your child’s school, I am writing to invite your child to a safer cycling course, which will enable them to complete Levels 1 and 2 combined.

Course Information:

The course will run for 4 days for 2 hours each session.

Trainees MUST be able to ride a bike at a basic level of competence unaided. To include, cycle in a straight line, cycle one handed (L & R), use brakes to slow-down/stop.
Trainees attending the Bikeability course must have their own bike or use a suitable bike Trainees must attend all sessions (unless they are unsuccessful in Level 1). The bike MUST be roadworthy or they will not be able to take part in the course. Please view the TFL Quick Cycle Safety Check and LB of Hillingdon Cycle Check to help.

Monday 17th March 2025	Level 1	9:30 – 11:30
Tuesday 18th March 2025	Level 2	9:30 – 11:30
Wednesday 19th March 2025	Level 2	9:30 – 11:30
Thursday 20th March 2025	Level 2	9:30 – 11:30

You can apply for your child to attend this course by completing the online booking form via the link below. This form must be completed for your child to be registered to take part in the course!

Online Bikeability Booking Form

Applicants will be registered on a first come first serve basis.

Yours sincerely,

Ian Ramsay
Borough Cycle Support Officer

Letter to Whole School - Administering of Medication

8 January 2025

Dear Parent/carer

IMPORTANT: Administering of Medicines

In accordance with the school policy, the school will only be able to give medicine to your child when you complete and sign this form. Following new guidance, this form will need to be completed on a yearly basis.

This form will need to completed for all medications, including any emergency and/or ad hoc pain relief medication.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Keri Walsh or Rita Reed.

Please compete and return as soon as possible to the Welfare Team.

Kind Regards,

Keri Walsh
Designated Safeguarding Lead

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Meadow High School - Administering of Medicines - Please return to school reception.

Child’s Name: …………………………………………………………… Class: …………………….

Child’s Date of Birth:…………………………

Date: …………………………………………

Note: Medicines must be in their original container as dispensed by the pharmacy.

The School Welfare Team advise that antibiotics can only be given in school if four times a day.

Name and Strength of Medication
Dose to be given
Days to be administered
Expiry Date
Any other instructions

Name and Strength of Medication
Dose to be given
Days to be administered
Expiry Date
Any other instructions

The above information is, to the best of my knowledge, accurate at the time of writing and I give consent to school staff to administer the medicine, who have received appropriate training in accordance with the Local Education Authority Code Of Practice. I undertake to ensure that the school has adequate supplies of the mediation.

I undertake to ensure that the medicine(s) supplied by me and prescribed by my child’s Doctor are labelled correctly, in date, with storage details attached, and will inform the school if there is any change in dosage or frequency of the medication or if the medicine is to be stopped.

Parent /carer signature: …………………………………………………………

Print Name:………………………………………………………………………...

Daytime phone number of parent/contact:………………………………………

Letter - Food Tech - Year 7 - Spring Term

January 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

In Food Technology in Year 7 pupils focus on health and safety whilst making bread based dishes. This term pupils will be making:

Vegetable Pasty
Jam Cookies
Quick Bap Pizza
Festival Project

If you wish your child to take the products that he/she prepares, the amount required for 4 practical lessons will be £7.50 which is equivalent to £1.50 per lesson. We will also provide a suitable container for the food to be taken home in.

All payments are to be made via Parent Pay. If you are unable to make this payment in full, please let us know and we will arrange for weekly payments to be made. If you need assistance with your Parent Pay account, please contact Reception.

Thank you in advance.

Food Technology Department

Letter - Food Tech - Year 8 - Spring Term

January 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

In Food Technology in Year 8 pupils focus on Fruit and Vegetables. This term we will be making:

Muesli Bars
Banana Muffins
Mini Quiche
Jam Cookies

Pupils will also taste and evaluate a range of foods.

Thank you in advance.

Miss LePage
Food Technology Department

Letter - Food Tech - Year 9 - Spring Term

January 2025

Dear Parents/Carer,

In Food Technology in Year 9 we focus on Meat and Dairy products. This term we will be making:

Banana Muffins
Shortbread
Brownies
Cheese Scones
Festival Project

Pupils will also taste and evaluate a range of dishes containing cereal products.

Thank you in advance.
Food Technology Department

Letter - Food Tech - Year 10 - Spring Term

January 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

For their Unit Award in Food Technology pupils in Year 10 will be focusing on 4-6 units of work, with a range of different cooked products. Pupils will be taking part in some theory lessons to further their understanding of Health and Safety in the kitchen and practical lessons where they will be building up their confidence towards everyday cooking.

Pupils will also take part in sensory evaluations of various foods. If you wish your child to take home the products that he/she prepares, the amount required for the practical and taste-testing lessons will be £10.00 for each Term.

In order to save administration time, we would like the cost of your child’s Food Technology practical work to be paid all at once. If you are unable to make this payment in full, please let us know and we will arrange for weekly payments to be made. If you need assistance with your Parent Pay account, please contact Reception.

Thank you in advance.
Food Technology Department

Letter - Food Tech - Year 11 - Spring Term

January 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

For their Unit Award in Food Technology pupils in Year 11 will be focusing on 4-6 units of work, with a range of different cooked products. Pupils will be taking part in some theory lessons to further their understanding of Health and Safety in the kitchen and practical lessons where they will be building up their confidence towards everyday cooking.

Pupils will also take part in sensory evaluations of various foods. If you wish your child to take home the products that he/she prepares, the amount required for the practical and taste testing lessons will be £10.00 for each Term.

In order to save administration time, we would like the cost of your child’s Food Technology practical work to be paid all at once, however if this causes a problem could you please let us know and we can arrange weekly payments. If you need assistance with your Parent Pay account, please contact Reception.

Thank you in advance.
Food Technology Department

Letter - Food Tech - Sixth Form - Spring Term

January 2025

Dear Parent/Carer,

In Food Technology we will be focusing on independent cooking. We will focus on Health and Safety within a kitchen and cooking everyday meals to learn new skills. There will be a combination of taste testing, evaluation of products as well as practical lessons.

In order to save administration time, we would like the termly cost of your child’s Food Technology practical work to be paid all at once. However, if this causes a problem could you please let me know by filling in the appropriate part of the slip below.

If you wish your child to take home the products that he/she prepared, the amount required for the practical and taste testing lessons will be £10.00 which is equivalent to £1.00 per lesson.

There will be a total of 3 payments throughout the year and a letter will be sent at the beginning of each term. This will be your second payment.

If you need assistance with your Parent Pay account, please contact Reception.

Thank you in advance.

Yours faithfully,
Food Technology Department