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Issue 17 - Friday 16 January 2026
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Dear Parents and Carers
It was wonderful to welcome all the students back last week and to hear what they had done over the holidays. I was impressed to see how quickly they settled back into the routines of school life. This was commented on by guests I had in school on Friday who commented on how calm the school was, how friendly and welcoming the staff and students were and how engaged students were in lessons.
I wanted to use this edition of the bulletin to update you on what we have done in relation to the feedback you gave to me in the drop-in sessions and surveys you completed in the Autumn Term.
The majority of the feedback focussed on improving communication between home and school. Specifically, you mentioned that you would like messages home on positives involving your child. In response to this, I have begun writing to students and delivering the letters to them in class to bring home to you in order to talk about what they have been doing in school. This week we have begun our ‘Positive Notes.’ These will be an email sent to you by teachers commenting on positive things your child has done in school. This term you will also receive your child’s report, and we will also be adding in a third report this academic year so you will receive one report that covers each school term.
Mr Millard will lead on this and will speak to you directly.
You also commented on how much you appreciated the face to face sessions I ran in the Autumn. I will be repeating these in the Spring Term and I will be holding a drop in before Easter. As I did last term, I will also be writing to you early this term outlining what we will be focussing on in the term ahead.
We are also developing a Communication Policy to pull all of this together. In the short term, please remember that you should receive an initial response to your emails within 48 hours with a full response within 5 working days. Staff have been reminded of this.
Away from communication we are also looking at Independent Learning in readiness for September 2026 and also some form of School to Home book or app to discuss how your child is getting on in class. These take time, but please be assured we are addressing your points. Finally, we are also looking at transition into the school and between Key Stages.
I wish you all a good week ahead.
Mr G Cunningham
Headteacher
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The lastest video update from Mr Cunningham
is available on the website
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LAST DAY OF TERM
CHANGE TO FINISH TIMES
Dear Parents / Carers,
Please note that the finish time for the last day of term in the Spring and Summer will now be 1pm for students. We have notified transport of this arrangement.
An updated term times document is attached below:
Term Times 2025 2026 - Issue 3
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Winner -
Jack Petchey Award
Kaytlin from 6KB won our KS5 Jack Petchey Award for November 2025.
Kaytlin has won the Jack Petchey Award for being a great friend, working hard, helping others in lessons and being generous.
Kaytlin has chosen to spend the funds on our School Prom 2026.
Congratulations Kaytlin !
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Carers Trust Hillingdon is a fantastic organisation, offering support to families across the Borough.
We will be organising a coffee morning at Meadow High with the Carers Trust very soon.
'Becoming a carer for a member of your family is not something you would generally plan for. Our mission is to offer support and guidance to carers of all ages throughout the London Borough of Hillingdon. We aim to provide the information, advice, training and support you need when you become a carer. Sign up today!'
Kind regards
Keri Walsh
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Boomerang Club !
Meadow High School invites our leavers to attend our Silent Disco
On Wednesday 25th February 1:45pm to 2:45pm in our main hall
RSVP: 01895 443310 call to book your space - only 40 spaces available !
This will be to discuss how your transition has been, what you are liking at your new placement and how life is going.
You will have the opportunity to have a catch up , enjoy some great music and show us your dance moves.
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Sixth Form Workshop
Sixth form students took part in a workshop on Wednesday led by guest speaker Eddie McGinty. Eddie is a local businessman who works closely with young people and community organisations to raise awareness of the risks and consequences associated with unsafe and harmful behaviour. The session was highly successful and helped students develop a better understanding of how to stay safe and make informed decisions.
Ms Perry
Job Coach
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Calendar, Letters Home & Lunches
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Upcoming Events
Autumn Term 2025
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Monday 19 January 2026
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Open Day - Supported Internships
at The Marriott Hotel
4pm - 5pm
- see flyer in this bulletin
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Monday 2 February
- Friday 6 February 2026
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Maths Week
More information to follow
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Monday 9 February
- Thursday 12 February 2026
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"Wear It Bright"
- Children's Mental Health Week
More information to follow
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Thursday 12 February 2026
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"Wear It Bright" Non-Uniform Day
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Friday 13 February 2026
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Training Day
School is CLOSED to pupils
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Monday 16 February -
Friday 20 February 2026
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HALF TERM
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Monday 2 March
- Friday 9 March 2026
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Careers Week / World Book Day Week / Humanities Week.
More information to follow
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Tuesday 17 March 2026
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Parents' Evening
3.30pm - 7pm
More information to follow
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Friday 27 March 2026
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Last day of Term - school finishes at 1pm
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Monday 30 March -
Friday 10 April 2026
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SCHOOL HOLIDAY
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Monday 13 April 2026
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Training Day
School is CLOSED to pupils
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Tuesday 14 April 2026
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Back to school - 9am start
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School Lunches
Monday 19 January - Friday 23 January 2026
Week 3
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There are additional options every day as follows:
- Pasta King
- Jacket Potato with various fillings
- "Meal Deal" - sandwich (various fillings), fruit and water.
The menu and options are also on the school website here
Download and print a copy of the menu here
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A full list of
Designated Safeguarding Leads
at Meadow High School
can be found on the website 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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Keeping Pupils Safe Online
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News & Events In The Community
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DASH Need New Premises
- can you help ?
Unfortunately, DASH has been informed that it will be required to vacate The DASH Hub, located in the Pavilions Shopping Centre, by Easter 2026.
The organisation has operated its activity programme from this location for almost ten years, during which time The DASH Hub has become an integral part of DASH’s work and presence in the community. While this decision is met with great sadness, DASH is now actively seeking a new premises from which to continue delivering its services.
Securing suitable accommodation is proving to be challenging. DASH is therefore appealing to the local community for support. If any individuals or organisations are aware of an available hall or community space within the local area that could be used Monday to Friday, DASH would be grateful to hear from you. Please contact the team via direct message or by emailing info@dash.org.uk
DASH will continue to keep supporters and stakeholders informed of any further developments.
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DASH is an incredible charity who works closely with Meadow and many of our families. Please email them if you know of any suitable space that could be used for their very popular activity programme. info@dash.org.uk
Dash website: https://www.dash.org.uk/
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Hillingdon Council -
Exciting New Youth Opportunities - Specialist & Accredited Programmes
We're excited to share that we have some fantastic new programmes running in our youth sessions this term:
- AQA Unit Award Scheme is a flexible recognition programme designed to celebrate learners' achievements in small, topic-focused units. It formally acknowledges their skills, knowledge, and personal development with certificates for each unit completed. This term includes Circuit Training, DJing, and Jewellery Making.
- CREST Awards - A UK-wide STEM recognition programme for young people. Projects can cover any STEM topic, including environmental protection, sustainability, biodiversity, and climate change. This term's focus is on the environment, offering amazing STEM learning opportunities for Year 7-13.
At our Ruislip Young People's Centre, we're also supporting the This Girl Can campaign by offering girls-only fitness sessions in our sports hall. These sessions aim to help young girls build confidence and enjoy fitness.
Of course, our main young people's sessions will continue to include a variety of mixed-gender activities for everyone to enjoy, they will also be offering AQA Units and CREST.
For more information, please visit our website Specialist and accredited programmes - Hillingdon Council or email us at youthoffer@hillingdon.gov.uk
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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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School Telephone:
01895 443310
Reporting Pupil Absence:
attendance@meadowhighschool.org
Email:
meadow@meadowhighschool.org
Instagram:
@meadowhighsch
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