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    Spring Term 2026

     

    Letter to Whole School - World Book Day

    Dear Parents/Carers,  

    Re:  World Book Day & Careers Week:  Monday 2nd – Friday 6th March 2026

    Curriculum link Humanities Faculty – Exploring Our Local History + Celebrating MHS 60th Anniversary

    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 is the National Literacy Trust’s Year of Reading which makes this even more special. It is also worth remembering that World Book Day is celebrated in over 100 countries.

    To support our students in building the skills and knowledge needed for life beyond Meadow, we are teaming up with the Humanities Faculty to focus on exploring our local history and celebrating Meadow High School’s 60th anniversary year.  We have a wide range of events planned to ensure that all students have an opportunity to gain knowledge of their local area and build awareness of the world of work including discussing their aspirations for the future. During the week students will

    • take part in a competition – Find the most interesting fact about your local area [ask parents/ carers to use their knowledge or research information] – Great prizes to be won!
    • take part in a range of job or history/geography related activities with some very special visitors from the world of work  
    • visit our library to add to our local history VERY big book and pop by at lunchtime to hear staff reading some favourite stories [check out our YouTube channel, Meadow High School Hello, too!]
    • join in special assemblies and collect the World Book Day book they have chosen
    • take part in a non-uniform day on Thursday 5th March – the theme this year is Reading for Pleasure so come dressed as a favourite character from a story or for a job they are interested in.
    • AND a special event is happening on Friday – weather permitting [so keep your fingers crossed for us!]       

    We hope that the students all have a fantastic week!

    Yours faithfully,

    Mrs. Sugden                Mrs. Tudor                   Mrs. Kennedy + Miss Gaafar        Mrs Musk
    on behalf of the          on behalf of the          MHS Librarian                                on behalf of the
    English &                     Vocational Faculty     Supporting & Delivering                Humanities Faculty
    Communication                                                Learning
    Faculty                   

    Letter to Whole School - Red Nose Day

    24 February 2026


    Dear Parent/Carer,

     

    On Friday 20th March 2026, we will be celebrating Red Nose Day! 

    Staff and students will be swapping roles that day, your child is invited to come into school wearing a non-uniform (dressed like a smart teacher) on that day and staff will be coming in school uniform!    Pupils will be learning about Comic Relief during the week in assemblies and lessons. 

    We will be hosting a bake sale at breaktime so please send your child in with change on the day.

    To take part, we kindly ask for a 50p donation, which can be paid:

    • In cash on the day handed in to the class team / reception, or
    • Via Parent Pay 

    If you have any questions, please contact Mrs Mistry via the school office.

    Kind Regards, 

    Mrs A Mistry
    AHT Workforce Development

    Letter to selected Pathway 1 students - Acceptance - Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award Expedition

    24th February 2026 

    Dear Parents/Carers,

    Following your expressed interest, I am pleased to confirm that your young person has been given a place for a 2-day, 1 night expedition as part of their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award. The dates for this are confirmed as Thursday 25th - Friday 26th June 2026. 

    Please note this is separate from the Centre Parcs Residential occurring in May 2026.  This is a Duke of Edinburgh Expedition. 

    To remind you, 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).  

    We will be sending out medical forms and a “kit list” in due course. 

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

    Many thanks,
    Jennie Evans 
    Class Teacher and PSHCE lead  

    Letter to Class KS - Educational Visit to Airport Bowl

    23 February 2026

    Dear Parents and Carers,

    24th March 2026 – Educational Visit to Airport Bowl – Social Skills Practice

    We are excited to inform you that on Tuesday 24th March 2026, the class will be going on an educational visit to Airport Bowl in Harlington. We will be travelling to and from Airport Bowl by school minibus. This trip is designed to support the development of important social skills, including:

    ●          Working together as a team

    ●          Taking turns

    ●          Positively encouraging and supporting their peers in a real-life situation

    As part of the experience, pupils will also have the opportunity to order and purchase a snack, helping them to practise communication and money-handling skills in a practical, everyday context.

    What pupils will need:

    ●          £10 in a purse/wallet or envelope to cover the cost of a drink and snack - they will bring any change home with them.

     (You can view the value menu here: https://www.airport-bowl.com/barcelos-flame-grilled-chicken/#OUR_MENU )

    We will be back in school for lunch time, so they will still need to order a lunch from the school or bring in a packed lunch as usual.

    Cost of the Trip:

    ●          The estimated cost of the visit is £3, which covers one game of bowling.

    ●          Voluntary contributions towards the cost of the trip would be greatly appreciated.

    Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to a fun, practical, and enriching experience for all pupils!

    Kind regards,

    The KS Class Team

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    REPLY-SLIP – KS Class Visit to Airport Bowl

    Consent Form      

    I _____________________________________ give/do not give my consent for

    ______________________ to attend the trip to Airport Bowl on 24th March 2026

    I will/will not pay a voluntary contribution towards the cost of this trip by the parent pay app

    I will/will not give my child £10 to purchase a drink and snack

    Signed (Parent/Carer): __________________________________________

     

    Letter to Pathway 1 KS4 - Trip to Whipsnade Zoo

    Tuesday 16th March 2026

     Dear Parents/Carers,

    Trip to Whipsnade Zoo - Tuesday 21st April 2026

    We are pleased to inform you that we will be taking the pupils in Key Stage 4 on an educational visit to Whipsnade Zoo.

    This trip links directly to our current learning in science, where pupils are exploring different animal groups, including mammals, reptiles, birds and amphibians. During the visit, pupils will learn about the characteristics of these groups, their habitats, diets and how their needs are met both in the wild and within a zoo environment. The experience will provide valuable opportunities to see animals up close and deepen their understanding of classification, adaptation and conservation.

    We will be leaving school straight after registration and returning to school at 2:45pm in time for normal transport home.  

    Students are required to wear school uniform. Please ensure that your young person has sensible footwear and a coat with them.

    Students will need to bring their own healthy packed lunch, if your child is entitled to a free school meal, we can provide lunch, please indicate below with sandwich choice. 

    In order to cover the cost of transport and entry, we are asking for a voluntary contribution of £13.50 per pupil. While no child will be excluded if a contribution is not made, please be aware that the trip may not be able to go ahead if insufficient contributions are received. If you have any concerns regarding payment, please contact your child Form Tutor.

    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. Please complete the attached slip and return it as soon as possible. 

    Kind Regards,
    Mrs Majidi

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    Reply-Slip: Trip to Whipsnade Zoo on Tuesday 21st April – please return to Mrs Majidi 

    I am aware that my child…………………………………………………………………………. has a trip to Whipsnade Zoo on the stated date

    (  ) I have made the £13.50 Voluntary contribution via Parent Pay

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

    (  ) My child is entitled to a free school meal.

         Please specify the sandwich filling below 

         Egg mayonnaise (   )    Tuna mayonnaise (    )     Cheese (    )

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

     

    Letter to Pathway 1 - Centreparks Residential Trip Meeting

    12th February 2026

    Dear Parent/Carer, 

    Pathway 1 Residential trip to Center Parcs - Parent meeting

    I am writing to invite you to a Center Parcs meeting for parents. To allow all parents the opportunity to attend I have decided to hold this meeting virtually on Tuesday 3rd March at 5pm. It will take place on google meets and a calendar invite will be sent to your email address with the link to attend.

    This meeting will allow me to provide you with all the information you need for the trip, as well as answer any questions you may have. 

    If you have any further questions after the meeting that you wish to discuss privately, please do not hesitate to contact me on mparker@meadowhighschool.org or on 01895 443310. 

    Please fill in the below reply slip including your email address and return to me by Friday 27th February.

    Best wishes to you all, 

    Mr Matthew Parker   
    Trip leader                                                               

    Letter to selected students - Taster Driving Sessions

    Monday 9th February 2026

    Dear Parents/Carers,

    We are delighted to let you know that on Monday 2nd March 2026 a certified driving school will be partnering with us to offer taster driving lessons to eligible students here at Meadow High School.  As this is risk assessed by the company and by us, and is on our property, students do not need to have a driver's license to access this opportunity. 

    This exciting programme gives students the chance to get behind the wheel of a real vehicle and experience professional driving instruction in a safe, supportive and structured environment. Each taster session will last 15 minutes and will be delivered by a fully qualified driving instructor during the school day.

    This is a trial initiative, so places are limited for this first round and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. If the programme proves successful, we hope to build on this opportunity in the future as part of our wider Life Skills Curriculum.

    This is an exciting opportunity for students to be introduced to driving and take their first step towards this important life skill.

    Parental consent is required before any student can take part. If you would like your child to participate, please complete the reply slip below. Students who have secured a place will be informed by Friday 27th February.

    Kind regards,

    Mrs J Tudor
    Vocational Faculty Leader/Teacher  

    Letter to Whole School - Mental Health Week

    2nd February 2026

    Dear Parents and Carers,

    Meadow High School will be recognising Children’s Mental Health Week by taking part in the Shine Bright, Wear Bright non-uniform day on Thursday 12th February 2026.

    On this day, pupils are invited to wear their favourite colour or outfit to express how they are feeling. This can be as simple or as creative as they like. Shine Bright, Wear Bright is an opportunity to encourage self expression and celebrate a diverse range of emotions.

    Throughout the week, pupils will be learning about mental health during assemblies and PSHCE lessons. This will provide an opportunity for everyone to be open, learn more, and help raise positive awareness within our school community.

    If you would like to support this fundraising event, donations can be made directly via the CHUMS Charity website: https://chumscharity.org/sbwb26/

    Thank you for your continued support.

    Yours sincerely,
    Mrs A Mistry
    AHT Workforce Development

    Letter to Whole School - Coffee Morning with Headteacher

    2 February 2026

    Dear Parents/Carers,        

    Parent/Carer Coffee Morning with Headteacher  

    We would like to invite parents and carers to two further coffee mornings, where you will have the opportunity to meet with our Headteacher to hear about feedback from our peer review and updates on our plans for two sites.  

    We are offering two sessions, which will be hosted in the small dining room:

    Wednesday 25th February 2026:  9am – 10am

    Wednesday 22nd April 2026: 9am – 10am

    Please indicate on the reply-slip what session you would like to attend; please can we ask that no children attend. 

    Please note that car parking is extremely limited.

    We look forward to seeing you.

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    REPLY-SLIP:  Parent/Carer Coffee Morning with Headteacher – please return to office

    Child’s Name:  ____________________________________  Class:   _____________

     

    I will be attending the following session (please tick):

     

     

    Wednesday 25th February 2026:  09.00 – 10.00am

     

    Wednesday 22nd April 2026:  09.00 – 10.00am

     

    Signed (Parent/Carer):   ___________________________________ 

     

    Letter to Whole School - Ramadan Arrangements

    26 January 2026

    Dear Parents and Carers,

    As Ramadan approaches, we would like to share the arrangements we will have in place to support students who are observing the month of fasting.

    We are keen to ensure that all students feel respected, supported, and able to engage positively with school life during this important period.

    Prayer and Reflection

    • We will provide staffed rooms for students who wish to pray during the school day. These spaces will be separated by gender, but will be mixed aged.
    • In addition, there will be staffed rooms available for students who are fasting and would like a quiet place to rest or relax. These spaces will be mixed gender and age.
    • We will have prayer mats for students to use, these will be shared. 
    • We will also have copies of the Quran provided including simple print for young learners.

    Lessons and Wellbeing

    Students will be encouraged to attend all lessons as normal. However, we recognise that fasting can be challenging, particularly during physical or practical lessons. Students will be supported to take short breaks where required, and staff will be mindful of their wellbeing throughout the day.

    Thank you for your continued support, and we wish all families observing Ramadan a peaceful and meaningful month. We are planning to celebrate Eid with parents and carers this year across both pathways, so please keep an eye out for information in due course. 

    Kind regards,
    Michelle Taylor / Anju Mistry 
    Senior Leaders

    Letter to Year 12 and 13 - SEND Careers Fayre

    20 January 2026

    Dear Parents and Carers,

    Hillingdon Joint SEND Careers Fair

    Date: Thursday 12 February 2026
    Time: 11:00am – 2:00pm
     Venue: Hewens College, Hewens Road, Hayes, UB4 8J

    Years 12 and 13 pupils at Meadow have been invited to attend the Hillingdon Joint SEND Careers Fair on Thursday 12th February 2026. This event provides a valuable opportunity for pupils and their parents/carers to explore a wide range of post-Meadow options and to discuss future pathways together.

    We strongly encourage parents/carers to accompany their young person to the event so that you can jointly review and discuss the opportunities available.

    Please complete and return the form below to confirm whether you will be taking your young person to the Careers Fair on 12 February. Pupils who attend the event will not be required to attend school on that day, and their absence will be authorised.

    If you are unable to accompany your young person, the school may be able to transport pupils to the event via public transport. While this will still provide a valuable experience for the pupils, it will not give parents or carers the opportunity to view the options themselves or discuss them directly at the event. 

    Whether attending with family or as part of the school group, pupils will need to bring a packed lunch. Light refreshments, including tea, coffee, cakes, and biscuits, will be provided at the venue.

    Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to myself Pathway 1 pupils or Aggie Fabisch Pathway 2 pupils. 

    Yours sincerely,

    Faye Bonnar
    Assistant Headteacher, Pathway 1 Curriculum 

    Letter to selected pupils - PW2 Residential Trip to Devon - Parent Meeting

    15th January 2026

    Dear Parents/Carers,

    Residential Trip to Devon Monday 20th April - Friday 24th April 2026.
    Parents Information Meeting:  Thursday 10th February 2026

    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 10th February 2026
    please return to Mr Millard

    Name of Child: __________________________________________ Form class: ________

    Names of people attending: _____________________________________________________________

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

    [   ] I / we will be attending the meeting on Thursday 10th February at 4:00pm.

    [  ] I /we are unable to attend and would appreciate the pack being sent home with my child.

    Signed (Parent/Carer):  ________________________________________

     

    Letter to selected pupils - Jack Petchey Awards Evening

    20th January 2025

    Dear Parents/Carers. 

    The Jack Petchey Achievement Awards Presentation Evening will take place at Cineworld South Ruislip, on Thursday 23rd April 2026 7.30pm – 9.30pm. 

    This is a prestigious borough wide event, where all the Award Achievers from the last 12 months, along with their families and members of school staff, are commended for their contributions and efforts for which they received this award.  Award winners will be called onto the stage to receive a boxed medallion and have their photo taken with the rest of the achievers from Meadow High School.

    Entry to the event is strictly ticket only and you will be asked to provide tickets at the door of the venue. Please indicate below whether you can attend and how many tickets you require (award winner plus max 2 guests).  

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

    Yours sincerely

    Maxine Newman 
    Jack Petchey Co-ordinator

    …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…………………

    Reply Slip: Jack Petchey Foundation Presentation Evening – please return to Maxine Newman 

     

    Award winner – 

     

    [   ]   We are unable to attend                            [   ]  Yes, we are able to attend 

     

    We require …………  Tickets (max 2 guests to attend plus the Award winner)

     

    Signed (Parent/Carer): ___________________________________

    Letter to selected pupils - U16s Middlesex FA Tournament

    19th January 2026

    Dear Parents / Carers,

    U16’s Middlesex FA Tournament

    Your child has been chosen to attend the U16’s Football Event on Wednesday 21st January. The event will be taking place between 09:30 – 12:40 so no extra travel arrangements need to be made. Pupils will also be back for lunch on time. On the day your child should come into school in their PE kit with shin pads.

    If you have any questions just let me know.

    Kind regards,

    Mr. Anstee
    PE Faculty Lead

    Letter to Whole School from the Headteacher

    14 January 2026

    Dear Parents/Carers,

    Welcome back to the new term.  I wanted to write you, as I did in the Autumn Term, to share with you our focus for the term ahead.  As you are well aware our main priority is to plan and prepare for the opening of our second site at Northwood Road from September 2026.  This will involve a major review of our student grouping and our curriculum, including independent learning, as we move towards the site being opened.  I will keep you informed of developments as the building evolves.

    Away from this significant project we will also be focusing on getting the basics right.  It is important that students adopt small habits in school that they can apply to their life away from Meadow High School now and in the future.  These basics are summarised in 4 simple statements

    • Be Present
    • Be Smart
    • Be Hard Working
    • Be Kind

    In the Autumn Term we did a lot of work with students and training with staff to unpick what we mean by these statements and how we can support students in achieving them.  We have shared them with students in assemblies this week and we will be prioritising them in the weeks ahead. I want to share them with you at the start of this term so you can reinforce them at home.

    Being present means arriving in school and to lessons on time, every day.  Being smart means adhering to the correct dress code and not being a screen addict.  Every so often it is good to look up and engage in the world around us. Working hard and applying yourself is expected in every aspect of school life and being kind is important in order to grow as a community and as an individual.

    We will be recognising students who demonstrate they are meeting these four fundamentals through letters from me and Valued Behaviour Notes home.  We will also be reinforcing our processes for students who need support in meeting our high expectations.  These will always be based on strong positive relationships, but will involve periods of reflection for students and restorative conversations where necessary.  We have developed scripts to support staff and students in these processes as well as using corridor passes when students need to be away from their classrooms to reset and regulate.

    All of these ideas stem from your feedback in the first term.  You shared your views through the survey and the drop-in sessions many of you attended.  I hope this letter and our actions demonstrate we will always listen and act upon stakeholder views.

    I wish you well for the term ahead.

    Yours sincerely,

    Mr Cunningham
    Headteacher

    Letter to Class 6MS - Press Trip

    Friday 9th January 2026

    Dear Parents/Carers,

    To support your child with their learning, we have arranged an educational visit to Press Breakfast Café in Hillingdon on Friday 16th January, as part of their studies in Personal Development

    We will be leaving school at 9.30 and returning to school at 12.00. We will be travelling by minibus, which will be driven by MIDAS (qualified) trained drivers, first aiders will also accompany us.

    Each student has chosen their own option they would like to purchase from the Café. The school have a budget of £7 per student to contribute towards their item. Please see your child’s individualized letter for the additional contribution.

    We hope that your child will be able to take part in this trip, as it is designed to support the learning that takes places in the lesson and promotes independence in life skills. Please send students in with cash on or before Friday. If you have any enquiries, please feel free to contact Miss Taylor.

    Yours sincerely,

    Miss Taylor
    Assistant Head Teacher

    Letter to Whole School - New Report Template

    Dear Parent/Carer,

    New report template - Spring term

    At Meadow High School we are trialling a new report template for the Spring term. Please see the following information below and an example of what the report will look like. The new report will be sent home the week commencing Monday 9th March 2026. 

    To ensure that our reports are clear and supportive of your child’s learning journey, we have introduced a consistent set of descriptors across key areas. These descriptors are designed to give you a broad picture of how your child is progressing both academically and personally.

    Understanding the Report Template

    Your child’s report will include teacher judgements in the following areas:

    • Attendance – How consistently your child is attending school and engaging with the learning environment.
       
    • Attitude – Your child’s general approach to learning, including motivation, effort, and perseverance.
       
    • Engagement – How your child participates in lessons, contributes to discussions, and focuses on tasks.
       
    • Knowledge and Skills – Your child’s understanding of subject content and their ability to apply what they’ve learned.
       

    Each of these areas is assessed using one of four developmental levels:

     

    ⭐ Assessment Level Descriptors

    Level

    What it means

    Emerging

    Your child is starting to develop in this area and is building the foundations for future progress. With support and encouragement, they are beginning to make positive steps.

    Developing

    Your child is showing growing confidence and consistency. They are engaging more regularly and starting to apply skills more independently.

    Secure

    Your child has reached a good level of understanding or behaviour in this area. They are able to work with confidence and consistency across different contexts.

    Generalising

    Your child is confidently applying their learning in a wide range of situations. They show leadership, initiative, and a strong level of independence in this area.

    This system allows us to recognise not only academic achievement, but also the personal qualities and behaviours that contribute to a successful learning experience.

    We encourage you to talk through the report with your child, celebrate their progress, and reflect on any areas where further growth can be supported.

    You will have the opportunity to discuss this with the subject teacher on Parents Evening on Tuesday 17th March 2026.

    Thank you for your continued support in helping every child thrive.

    Yours sincerely,

    G Millard
    EFL Lead

    Attachment: New Report Template

    Letter to Class 6SR - Class Changes

    6th January 2026

    Dear Parents/Carers,

    I am writing to inform you that your child’s class teacher remains absent at this time. While there is a possibility that they may return to work within the next three weeks, this is currently uncertain. As a result, we need to make some small, temporary adjustments to your child’s timetable to ensure continuity of learning and appropriate support.

    During registration time, your child will join the class they were with during the final week of last term. For the remainder of the day, they will follow a slightly adapted timetable, which is attached to this letter for your reference.

    We have already spoken with the children to explain the changes and to provide reassurance. Staff will continue to support your child closely throughout this period, with their learning and wellbeing remaining our top priorities.

    We appreciate that changes to routine can be unsettling, and we thank you for your understanding and support during this time. Should you have any questions or wish to discuss this further, please do not hesitate to contact us.

    Yours sincerely,

     

    Mrs AJ Fabisch
    Assistant Head Teacher - KS5 and post 19 Careers Leader 

     

     

     

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