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Issue 21 - Friday 13 February 2026
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Reminder
Friday 13th is a Staff Training Day - School is CLOSED to pupils
Next week (16-20 February) is Half Term
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Dear Parents and Carers
An eventful half-term draws to a close and looking back there have been some real highlights for us. Last week was Maths Week with the Maths Fair and the Enterprise Group held their Valentine's Sale. We have also had a significant number of trips, including the one on Monday this week when all of Pathway 1 went out of school for their Science Visit.
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We have also had visits from external speakers, participated in sports fixtures, developed life skills through regular swimming and work experience. All of these are important aspects of education and sit strongly alongside quality first teaching and learning in all lessons. Since September, we have had 547 planned school visits and over 1600 educational experiences. There are a further 347 planned for the remainder of this term. I would like to thank all the staff for their commitment to these on behalf of our students.
We will shortly be receiving the names of the students who will be joining us in September. We are already planning for what life over two sites will look like, and I wanted to use the last bulletin of the half-term to update you.
The building is running on schedule and the steel frame and all the related infrastructure is in place on the roof and on the ground floor. Bricklaying has also started on site, and we will soon be able to see walls and the outline of the building in more detail. Over half-term, a lot of the work will be done to ensure we can access power and water on the site when we open.
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We are working hard at school to look at how we will group the children across two sites, and we will communicate separately with all parents about this when we return after the half-term break. A growth in our intake also requires us to look at our therapy model and our curriculum and all staff are working hard on this. If you would like to know more about this, please come along to my next Parent Coffee Morning on 25th February at 9am.
Finally, for this edition can I thank all parents for their ongoing support around our drive on basics. We have worked hard alongside you to ensure students adhere to the school dress code and are arriving on time for school. Our attendance is 90%, sitting above the national figure for Special Schools. We are aspiring for 95% for all students, so we still have some way to go. Please can you support us by not booking holidays in term time and, wherever possible, making routine medical appointments or dental visits outside of school hours.
Mr G Cunningham
Headteacher
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Thank You
Thank you to Mr Adams (parent of a student in 6MS) for your very kind donation of a new dart board for the 6th form students.
The site team set it up for us this week and the students will enjoy playing darts with staff supervision during lunchtime breaks.
The 6th Form Team.
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A-life At Home - Free Resources
Dear Parents,
Our school now has free access to A-life At Home – a safe, ad-free video platform designed to support your child’s physical and mental wellbeing beyond the classroom!
Here’s what’s included:
 Brain Boosts – Short, engaging videos (3–8 mins) to explore topics like mental health, sleep, screen time, and more—plus downloadable family discussion sheets and activities.
 Body Boosts – Turn screen time into active time with these 1-10 minute fun movement videos, including wake & shake, mini workouts, active games, stretching and more!
 Children’s Mental Health Page – Tools and resources to help children understand and take care of their own mental wellbeing in age-appropriate ways.
To access, simply click the link below and set up your own username and password:
 Access A-life At Home https://families.a-lifeathome.com/register
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2nd – 6th March 2026
Celebrating Reading and National Careers Week
This year collaborating with the Humanities Faculty
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Theme: Exploring Our Local History + Celebrating MHS 60th Anniversary
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 We are always planning to make learning as engaging and fun as possible and prepare our students for life after Meadow High School. This year we are working with the Humanities Faculty to support our students to explore the history of our local area and also our school as we enter our 60th anniversary year. Meadow High School opened in 1966 and we know what happened at the World Cup – who knows, could this be a positive sign for the tournament this year?
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 We will be writing after half term to let you know more. For now we just wanted to give you a heads-up that we will be having a non-uniform day on Thursday 5th March [World Book Day]. The theme of World Book Day 2026 is Reading for Pleasure so students are welcome to dressed up in anything that connects with their favourite books, fiction or non-fiction. As it is also Careers Week, students may prefer to dress up in clothes that fit with their favourite job.
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Mrs. Sugden, Mrs. Tudor, Mrs. Musk & the Library team
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Pathway 1 - KS3 Trip
On Monday 9th February Key Stage 3 Pathway 1 pupils had an exciting trip to The Lookout Discovery Centre in Bracknell. All pupils behaved in such a mature manner and everyone had an amazing time. Pupils have been learning about the five senses in their Theme lessons and this trip allowed them to continue their learning outside the classroom with the wide variety of activities available at the centre.
Well done to all staff and pupils for making this trip a huge success!
Mr M Parker
Pathway 1 Teacher
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Pathway 2 Trip - Year 7 and Year 10
Year 7 and year 10 went on a trip to St. John the Baptist Church in Hillingdon, where they learnt all about the features of a church. Both year groups asked and answered lots of interesting questions and enjoyed seeing a historical church for themselves to consolidate their learning.
Mrs A Musk
Faculty Leader, Humanities
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Meadow Maths Fair
Last week's Maths Week and 'Meadow Maths Fair' were a great success. Students and staff produced fantastic, creative maths-themed stalls, each offering something unique. It was wonderful to see the whole school come together, supporting one another and working collaboratively to complete each challenge.
Thank you to everyone who contributed to making the event such an enjoyable and memorable experience.
Miss Le Page
Maths Faculty Leader
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Here is what some of the pupils had to say about the day:
"Darts was a really good stall, I wish we could play it more!"
"The escape rooms were amazing! We all worked as a class to figure them out!"
"People said they really enjoyed our stall at Axe throwing, we had so many people wanting to come back to try again!"
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Calendar, Letters Home & Lunches
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Upcoming Events
Autumn Term 2025
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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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Wednesday 25 February 2026
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Parent / Carer Meet the Headteacher
Coffee Morning
9am - 10am
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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 20 March 2026
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Red Nose / Comic Relief Day
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 23 February - Friday 27 February 2026
Week 1
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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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What’s on for children and young people in Hillingdon this February half-term and beyond?
Hillingdon Youth Offer brings together three teams (Universal, Targeted, Community & Voluntary) to provide a variety of services and activities for children and young people in the borough. Visit www.hillingdon.gov.uk/youth-offer for more information on our year round offer and see below for a snapshot of what's on this February half-term.
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Monday
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Next Gen community pop-up at Ruislip Manor Library (HA4 8TW), 2pm-5pm - Community event everyone welcome. Come find out more about the Hillingdon Youth Offer. The team will be there to answer your questions alongside fun activities for children and young people. While you are there you could also check out the  Let's Connect Group at Ruislip Manor Library.pptx for 11-14 year olds.
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Juniors Youth Session (school years 4-6)* at Harlington Young People’s Centre (UB3 1PB), 11am-1.30pm - Socialising, cooking, sports, games, craft, music and CREST Awards and more.
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Inters/Seniors Youth Session (school years7+)* at Harlington Young People’s Centre (UB3 1PB), 2pm-4.30pm - Socialising, cooking, sports, games, craft, music, AQA Unit Awards and more.
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Detached and Outreach Team will be out and about in the community in the Northwood and Ruislip area, 2.15pm-4.45pm - Engaging with children and young people in places and spaces.
Tuesday
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Juniors Youth Session (school years 4-6)* at Harlington Young People’s Centre (UB3 1PB), 9am-11.30am - Socialising, cooking, sports, games, craft, music and CREST Awards and more.
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Inters/Seniors Youth Session (school years7+)* at Harlington Young People’s Centre (UB3 1PB), 12noon-2.30pm - Socialising, cooking, sports, games, craft, music, AQA Unit Awards and more.
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Detached and Outreach Team will be out and about in the community in Hayes Town area, 2.15pm-4.45pm - Engaging with children and young people in places and spaces.
Wednesday
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Juniors Youth Session (school years 4-6)* at Ruislip Young People’s Centre (HA4 7SX), 11am-1.30pm - Socialising, cooking, sports, games, craft, music and CREST Awards and more.
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Juniors Youth Session (school years 4-6)* at St Matthew's (UB7 7QH), 3.45pm-6pm - Socialising, cooking, sports, games, craft, music and CREST Awards and more.
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Inters/Seniors Youth Session (school years 7+)* at Ruislip Young People’s Centre (HA4 7SX), 2pm-4.30pm - Socialising, cooking, sports, games, craft, music, AQA Unit Awards and more.
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Detached and Outreach Team will be out and about in the community in the West Drayton and Yiewsley area, 4.45pm-7.15pm - Engaging with children and young people in places and spaces.
Thursday
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Juniors Youth Session (school years 4-6)* at Ruislip Young People’s Centre (HA4 7SX), 9am-11.30am - Socialising, cooking, sports, games, craft, music and CREST Awards and more.
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Inters/Seniors Youth Session (school years 7+)* at Ruislip Young People’s Centre (HA4 7SX), 12noon-2.30pm - Socialising, cooking, sports, games, craft, music, AQA Unit Awards and more.
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Detached and Outreach Team will be out and about in the community in the Hayes Town area, 4.45pm-7.15pm - Engaging with children and young people in places and spaces.
Friday
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Next Gen community pop-up at Oak Farm Library (UB10 9PB), 1.30pm-4.30pm - Community event everyone welcome. Come find out more about the Hillingdon Youth Offer. The team will be there to answer your questions alongside fun activities for children and young people. While you are there you could also check out the Teen Board Games Group at Oak Farm Library for 11-18 year olds.
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Juniors Youth Session (school years 4-6)* at Harlington Young People’s Centre (UB3 1PB), 1pm-3.30pm - Socialising, cooking, sports, games, craft, music and CREST Awards and more.
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Juniors Youth Session (school years 4-6)* at Ruislip Young People’s Centre (HA4 7SX), 4pm-6.30pm - Socialising, cooking, sports, games, craft, music and CREST Awards and more.
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Inters/Seniors Youth Session (school years 7+)* at Harlington Young People’s Centre (UB3 1PB), 4pm-6.30pm - Socialising, cooking, sports, games, craft, music, AQA Unit Awards and more.
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Seniors Youth Session (school years 9+)* at Ruislip Young People’s Centre (HA4 7SX),7pm-9.30pm - Socialising, cooking, sports, games, craft, music, AQA Unit Awards and more.
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Detached and Outreach Team will be out and about in the community in the Uxbridge Town area, 4.45pm-7.15pm - Engaging with children and young people in places and spaces.
*There's no need to book, but you must be a member to attend. Register to become a member here. You'll need to pay 50p when you arrive.
For further information or any questions please email youthoffer@hillingdon.gov.uk
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The following links provide further information about other activities available to children and young people this school holiday and all year round in Hillingdon.
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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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Payroll Officer
Post Start Date: ASAP
Closing date: 01/03/2026
Closing time: 23:59
Job Reference: CJ5510
Advert Posted On: 02/02/2026
Payroll Officer
Contract type: Permanent
Location: Across both Meadow High School sites; Royal Lane (Hillingdon) & Northwood Road (Harefield Village).
Salary information: Scale 4, £15,263 - £15,929 per annum (dependent upon experience) + Special Schools Allowance, £775 per annum
Work pattern: 20 hours per week, Term time + 5 training days + 2 weeks to be worked during the school holidays (41 weeks). This will be discussed further with shortlisted candidates during the interview process.
Start date: ASAP
For more information and to apply click here
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IT Technician
Post Start Date: ASAP
Closing date: 02/03/2026
Closing time: 11:59
Job Reference: CJ5504
Advert Posted On: 03/02/2026
IT Technician
Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Work pattern: 36 hours per week, All year around (52 weeks)
Location: Across both Meadow High School sites; Royal Lane (Hillingdon) & Northwood Road (Harefield Village).
Salary information: Scale 4, £30,288 - £31,611 per annum (dependent upon experience) + Special Schools Allowance, £1,539 per annum
Start date: ASAP
For more information and to apply click here
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School Business Manager
Post Start Date: ASAP
Closing date: 22/02/2026
Closing time: 23:59
Job Reference: CJ5500
Advert Posted On: 28/01/2026
School Business Manager
Salary information: POC, £53,172 - £57,402 per annum (depending on experience)
Work pattern: 36 hours per week, All year round (52 weeks)
Contract type: Full time, Permanent
Start date: ASAP
For full 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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