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Issue 26 - Thursday 28 March 2024
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Dear Families
There are not many years when so many religions celebrate together at the same time, but as this is a year when Holi, Easter and Eid all fall within a fortnight of each other may we wish you:
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On behalf of all the staff and Governors we wish you all a very happy holiday and we look forward to seeing pupils again on Monday 15th April.
Please remember that if you have any concerns about
your child or another child's safety during the holidays, you can use the following contacts:
If a child is in immediate danger or at risk of immediate harm, you should contact the Police on 999
If you are concerned about a child you should share your concern with our local Children’s Social Care Service by calling Hillingdon Children's Services/Stronger Families Hub on 01895 556006 or email StrongerFamiliesHub@hillingdon.gov.uk
You can also contact the NSPCC for advice on 0808 800 5000 or email help@NSPCC.org.uk
If you have non-urgent information about the safety or welfare of a child to share with the safeguarding team at Meadow High School then please contact the relevant Safeguarding Designated Lead listed on our Safeguarding page, and below. You can also email meadow@meadowhighschool.org
Happy Holi, Happy Easter and Eid Mubarak.
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Reminder:
School finishes at 2pm today.
Back to school - Monday 15 April 2024
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Holi Festival
This week in school, we have been celebrating Holi Festival.
Here are some photos and there are more on the school's Instagram.
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Easter Sale 2024
Many thanks to all parents/carers, school staff and students to support the school Easter sale. Students sold everything and it was very successful.
Ms S Kabhoo
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Residential Trip to Devon
Last week, 32 pupils and staff attended a residential trip to The Calvert Trust in Exmoor. During the week, pupils participated in many different activities, which included canoeing, abseiling, horse riding, archery, crate stacking and biking! These activities provided pupils with the chance to face and conquer different fears and all pupils made their own personal achievements on the trip.
Other schools and families who were attending their own trip on the site commented on how amazing the pupils were, quoting 'Your school should be extremely proud of the attitude, manners and behaviour of all students, and they are a credit to your school!' Which is amazing praise and all pupils should be extremely proud of themselves.
Diego, who attended the trip, wrote some words about his experience of the Devon trip.
'Devon is such a nice place to go for a few days away. The Calvert Trust is a place to stay and enjoy. You can have fun mixing with other people from school, enjoy late night activities and the food is fantastic. During the day there are so many great activities for you to enjoy. Some you will find interesting and some a bit scary as they involve heights. The staff are amazing and supportive. So every March come and join the fun and get away for a few days!
My favourite thing about Devon is all the activities but crate stacking is my ultimate place because I enjoyed beating the record and they call me the crate stacking king!!'
Information and letters will soon be coming out for the Devon 2025 trip!
Mr G Millard (Trip Leader)
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Year 7
Visit To The Roald Dahl Museum
In line with their current literary focus on "George's Marvellous Medicine," Year 7 students embarked on a trip to the Roald Dahl Museum. Travelling by coach, they were greeted by museum staff upon arrival. Led by a Learning Session Leader, students explored various sections of the museum, including the story centre, solo gallery, and boy gallery. They also participated in a sensory storytelling experience inspired by the book. Following lunch, the students embarked on a village trail walk, tracing Roald Dahl's footsteps for inspiration, and discovering the settings that influenced his stories.
Mrs H Ali
Year 7 Teacher
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Class IM
Visit To Hounslow Urban Farm
On Monday 25th of March, Class IM went to Hounslow Urban Farm. The pupils enjoyed meeting a variety of animals including a tarantula, a tortoise, a cockroach and a mouse. They had the opportunity to stroke, hold and feed some of the animals. They also had fun in the play area and enjoyed a snack at the cafe.
Mrs I Merabti
Pathway 1 Teacher
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Engaging with a range of stories provides lots of extra learning opportunities. Check out our YouTube channel, where you’ll find a wide range of stories to enjoy. Listening to stories can help boost reading and language skills.
We will be posting two new stories on Monday 1st April 2024. The stories this month are:
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Bookworms
by Nyanda Foday & Joelle Avelino
read by Miss Gaafar
What does a book mean to those who search for acceptance and understanding? A place to find friends, feel part of a family, or to be your true self. A good book takes you to new worlds, the right one shows you can exist in this one. So for all bookworms – lovers of books – we hope you enjoy this wonderful picture book story.
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Finding Her Feet
by Eve Ainsworth
read by Mr Cowley
Do you ever feel like you don’t fit in? Lily does. She always feels a little bit left out. Shy and anxious, she finds school really hard, particularly as most of the other girls seem so confident. Most of the time, Lily wishes that she could just disappear.
But during a game of football in PE, Lily’s teacher spots her natural talent.
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Heads-up:
Harry Potter Day is on the way
We will be celebrating on the 2nd May!
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Further details to follow, we just wanted to let you know so that you can start planning now if you want to dress up. Some of our students really enjoy sorting through their wardrobe to find items they can adapt and making props to complete their vision.
Don’t worry if you’re not a Harry Potter fan, at Meadow High School we use this as a chance to celebrate all stories in the fantasy fiction genre. Whether you are on a quest to destroy the one ring, have travelled to the enchanted world of Narnia or are caught up in the political game-playing in Westeros, school will be a place to rest on your journey on the 2nd of May!
We hope you join in an enjoy the day!
Mrs. Sugden Miss Gaafar
Lead Practitioner Librarian (Supporting and English & Communication Faculty Leader Delivering Learning)
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Calendar, Letters Home & Lunches
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Upcoming Events
SPRING TERM
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Friday 29 March 2024
- Friday 12 April 2024
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SCHOOL HOLIDAY
School is CLOSED
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SUMMER TERM
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Monday 15 April 2024
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Back to school - 9am start
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Wednesday 17 April 2024
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Class photographs (morning)
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Thursday 2 May 2024
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Harry Potter Day
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Monday 6 May 2024
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May Day Bank Holiday
School is CLOSED
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Monday 3 June 2024
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ANNUAL REVIEW DAY
School is CLOSED to pupils
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Monday 27 May 2024
- Friday 31 May 2024
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HALF TERM
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Monday 17 June 2024
- Friday 21 June 2024
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Sports Week
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Thursday 11 July 2024
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PROM (Year 11-14)
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Wednesday 24 July 2024
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Last Day of Term
School finishes at 2pm
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School Lunches
Monday 15 April - Friday 19 April 2024
NEW MENU STARTS THIS WEEK
Week 1 - Summer Menu
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Here is a printable copy of the menu above: PDF 2024 Spring Menu
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A list of Designated Safeguarding Leads at Meadow High School
can be found here
More information about
Safeguarding can be found on our website here Our School / Safeguarding. Information is also on the website about what to do if you are worried about a child
Out of Hours Safeguarding Contact Information / Reporting a Safeguarding Concern
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Emergency Contact Numbers / Help and Assistance Over The Holidays
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Worried about a child out of school hours?
Please see contact details in Mrs Rigby's letter at the top of this page.
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Pupils
If you have any concerns over the holidays you can contact:
 
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Food
Should you need support with food over the holiday please contact the London Borough of Hillingdon at 0203 949 5786 or Help Through Hardship 08082 082138.
Domestic Abuse
- Should you have concerns regarding Domestic Abuse please contact the HIllingdon Domestic Abuse Advocacy Service (HDAAS) in confidence (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm) by emailing hdaas@hillingdon.gov.uk or calling 07874 620954 Outside of HDAAS' opening hours and on bank holidays, contact our Stronger Families Hub by calling 01895 556006 or emailing strongerfamilieshub@hillingdon.gov.uk
- If you are a victim of domestic violence and abuse, you can make a safety plan to help you live safely and be safe if you stay - we can help you to do this. In an emergency, call the police on 999. If you are calling 999 from a mobile telephone and are unable to speak, remain silent and follow the operator's instructions. When prompted, press 55 as part of the silent solution option (this option does not apply to 999 calls made from a landline telephone).
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Keeping Pupils Safe Online
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News & Events in the Community
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Hillingdon HAF Programme
- Still time to book your place -
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Holiday activities for children and young people who receive Free School Meals
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Dear Parent/Guardian,
We're almost there, just a few days to go until the start of our HAF Easter holiday programme!
Whilst some programmes are now fully booked, we still have places available across a number of our activities, so if you have not yet done so there's still time to book your child a place.
These programmes are fully funded by the Department for Education so there will be no cost for your child's place and your child will also receive a healthy meal each day.
You can view the full list of programmes available on our webpage: Click here to view all our programmes this Easter.
Read on to see some examples of programmes you can book...
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C-Change West: Creative Filmmaking Programme
Tuesday 2 to Friday 5 April, 11am to 3pm
At St Margaret's Church, Uxbridge, UB8 1AB
Gain hands-on experience in creating short films through a range of fun games and activities.
Open to 11 to 16-year-olds
Book onto C-Change West: Creative Filmmaking Programme
Please note: If you need help with your online booking, call 07840 047771.
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Community Connex - Youth Connex sessions for children with SEN
Tuesday 2 to Friday 5 April, 10am to 2pm
Monday 8 to Thursday 11 April, 10am to 2pm
At Walter Pomeroy Hall, Royal Lane, Uxbridge, UB8 3QU
A range of activities to develop life skills and enhance knowledge. Activities include IT, crafts, cooking and sports.
Open to 5 to 18-year-olds
Click here to book onto Community Connex: Youth ConneX
Please note: If you need help with your online booking, email ycxreferral@communityconnex.co.uk or call 020 8869 8484.
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West Drayton Kids Club
Tuesday 2 to Friday 5 April, 10.30am to 3pm
Monday 8 to Wednesday 10 April, 10.30am to 3pm
At Southland Arts Centre, West Drayton, UB7 7PW
Learn about the community and its history in a creative way. Activities include arts and crafts, cooking and sports.
Open to 5 to 14-year-olds
Click here to book onto West Drayton Kids Club
Please note: If you need help with your online booking, call 07462 268488.
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Fresh Arts Holiday Camp
Tuesday 2 to Friday 5 April, 9am to 3pm
At Ruislip Gardens Primary School, Ruislip, HA4 6PD
Activities include arts and crafts, drama, dance, singing and outdoor play.
Open to 5 to 11-year-olds
Click here to book onto Fresh Arts Holiday Camp
Please note: If you need help with your online booking, email admin@fresharts.co.
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HAF Easter programme at home cookery pack
The HAF programme are offering a free at home cooking activity for the family to enjoy. This activity pack contains all the plant-based ingredients you need to create 4 delicious hot meals to feed a family of 4. Boxes include recipes and meal planners to help your family prepare healthy, well-balanced, nutritious food.
We have a small number of cookery packs remaining please complete the form to request a pack: https://forms.office.com/e/3cGX1jYRqf
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HAF Programme
Children's Services
London Borough of Hillingdon
Based at: Civic Centre, High Street, Uxbridge, UB8 1UW
Telephone: 01895 277 881
Email: hafprogramme@hillingdon.gov.uk
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BECK THEATRE
SUMMER YOUTH PROJECT 2024!
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The Beck Theatre’s Summer Youth Project (SYP) is an opportunity for local 9 - 19 year olds to get experience with working in their local professional theatre and learn what is involved with putting on a production from Mon 5 – Sat 17 August. Under the instruction of a professional Creative Team (Director, Choreographer, Musical Director, Designer), participants learn the singing, acting, dancing and design to the show in just two weeks! It’s a masterclass in musical theatre as well as a testament to the hard work and dedication of all participants.
For more information and to apply: https://forms.gle/9vhZTVZu6EV7dZQk9
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NHS Easter Oral Health Activity Pack
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All Meadow High School job vacancies are advertised on the Crinklerecruitment.com website.
Applications must be made via the crinklerecruitment.com website.
Meadow High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and governors to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and other pre-employment checks.
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ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER
(YEAR 7 AND PATHWAY 2 CONSULTATIONS)
JOB REFERENCE: CJ4282
Advert Posted On: 24/03/2024
Post Start Date: September 2024
Closing date: 21/04/2024
Closing time: 11:59 PM
If you are a dynamic, committed and inspirational leader who wants to make a difference to the lives of young people then we would like to hear from you.
Contract type: Full-time, Permanent
Location: Hillingdon, West London, Royal Lane Site
School group: 8
Salary information: L19 – L23, £77,258 - £84,812 per annum (dependent upon experience)
Start date: September 2024
For more information and to apply please click here
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CLASS TEACHER
JOB REFERENCE: CJ4259
Advert Posted On: 18/03/2024
Post Start Date: September 2024
Closing date: 12/04/2024
Closing time: 11:59 AM
Class Teacher
Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Salary information: MPR – UPR, £34,514 - £51,179 per annum (dependent upon experience) + SEN1 Allowance; £2,539
Location: Initially at Royal Lane (Hillingdon) then relocated to Northwood Road (Harefield Village)
Start date: September 2024
We require 2 Classroom Teachers to work with students with moderate and complex learning difficulties.
For further information and to apply please click here.
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ASSISTANT HEADTEACHER (INCLUSION)
JOB REFERENCE: CJ4258
Advert Posted On: 18/03/2024
Post Start Date: September 2024
Closing date: 14/04/2024
Closing time: 11:59 PM
If you are a dynamic, committed and inspirational leader who wants to make a difference tto the lives of young people then we would like to hear from you.
Assistant Headteacher Inclusion and Pastoral
Salary information: L19 - L23, £77,258 - £84,812 per annum (depending on experience)
Contract type: Full time, Permanent
School group: 8
Location: Hillingdon, West London
Start date: September 2024
For further information and to apply please click here
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School Telephone: 01895 443310
Reporting Pupil Absence: attendance@meadowhighschool.org
Email: meadow@meadowhighschool.org
Instagram: @meadowhighsch
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