<![CDATA[Connaught Junior School News Feed - News]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk%2Fnews%2F%3Fpid%3D13%26amp%3Bnid%3D4 Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Tue, 3 Feb 2026 08:57:10 GMT Tue, 3 Feb 2026 08:57:10 GMT <![CDATA[ Mufti day for Children's Mental Health Week ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=142 On Monday 9th February, your child is invited to come to school in mufti as part of Mental Health Week. Our theme this year is Belonging.

]]> Tue, 3 Feb 2026 08:57:10 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=142 <![CDATA[ SATs information evening ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=141 Thank you to those parents who were able to join us for our SATs information evening, we hope you found it informative.  Please continue to review the slides again.

]]> Mon, 19 Jan 2026 13:24:05 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=141 <![CDATA[ Fields in Trust ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=140 Some of our children and Miss Fidge were very lucky to be invited to take part in a football coaching session with the Prince of Wales and Jill Scott, MBE.

]]> Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:14:12 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=140 <![CDATA[ Christmas Fair ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=139 The Christmas Fair will be held this Saturday - 29th November from midday until 2pm.  We hope that you will be able to join us.

]]> Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:31:15 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=139 <![CDATA[ Odd Socks Day ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=138 Odd sock day Monday 10th November- Superhero Sock Day

]]> Thu, 6 Nov 2025 10:44:21 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=138 <![CDATA[ Open Mornings ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=137 If you have a child who is currently in Year 2 and would like to come and have a tour of our school, bookings are now open for our upcoming tours.

]]> Thu, 11 Sep 2025 14:57:01 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=137 <![CDATA[ Meet the teacher ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=136 Thank you to those parents who have been able to attend the Meet the Teacher evenings.

]]> Thu, 11 Sep 2025 14:13:00 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=136 <![CDATA[ Who's in charge? ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=135  A reminder that the “Who’s in Charge?” course starts next week— these are supportive and practical sessions designed to help parents feel more confident in setting boundaries and managing behaviour at home.

Parents who’ve attended in the past have found it incredibly useful, often saying it gave them fresh tools and a renewed sense of calm. It comes highly recommended, and we’d love for you to be part of it.

More details on the flyer attached.

]]> Thu, 11 Sep 2025 08:36:30 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=135 <![CDATA[ End of term ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=134 As we have reached the end of this academic year, may we take this opportunity to wish you all a relaxing summer break.  We look forward to seeing the children back to school on Thursday 4th September 2025.

]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2025 15:25:47 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=134 <![CDATA[ Well Being Hub ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=133 As you may be aware, we have access to “The Well-being Hub”. This is a great central resource to use and may help to support you as you navigate the parenting journey.

]]> Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:50:15 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=133 <![CDATA[ Sebastians Action Trust ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=132 We had a visit today from Susan Blues from Sebastians Action Trust.  

]]> Fri, 4 Apr 2025 15:00:20 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=132 <![CDATA[ SATs Information Evening ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=131 Please read on for details from the SATs information evening.

]]> Fri, 17 Jan 2025 15:13:16 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=131 <![CDATA[ Staff Panto ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=130 It has become a tradition that each year the staff take part in a panto which is recorded for the children.  We would like to share our version of Rapunzel with you all.  Enjoy!

]]> Wed, 18 Dec 2024 14:09:51 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=130 <![CDATA[ Attendance Matters! ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=129 Please find the Attendance Policy below

]]> Tue, 19 Nov 2024 11:16:08 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=129 <![CDATA[ Odd Socks day ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=128 On Tuesday 12th November, Connaught will be celebrating diversity and supporting anti-bullying/pro-kindness week by wearing odd socks.

]]> Thu, 7 Nov 2024 13:58:20 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=128 <![CDATA[ Meet the teacher evenings ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=127 Thank you to those parents who were able to join us for our Meet the Teacher evenings.  If you were unable to attend, or would like to remind yourselves of what was discussed please read on.

]]> Tue, 19 Nov 2024 09:25:55 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=127 <![CDATA[ Open Mornings ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=126 We are now taking bookings for our upcoming open mornings for prospective families with children who are currently in Year 2.  Please see the attached flyer for more details.

]]> Wed, 11 Sep 2024 08:35:21 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=126 <![CDATA[ Outstanding OFSTED! ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=115 We have been graded as Outstanding!

]]> Fri, 7 Jul 2023 16:34:09 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=115 <![CDATA[ We're Famous! ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=111 CJS features in Hello! Magazine

]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2023 14:28:23 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=111 <![CDATA[ The Royal Visit ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=110 We were thrilled to welcome HRH The Countess of Wessex to CJS on 19th January 2023

]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2023 18:32:25 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=110 <![CDATA[ Year 6 websites ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=108 Please read on to see some of the wonderful work that year 6 have completed.

]]> Fri, 16 Dec 2022 12:27:17 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=108 <![CDATA[ Reading Challenge ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=103 The Book Ambassadors have created a reading challenge to promote reading within the school.  Read on for details.

]]> Fri, 11 Nov 2022 09:53:02 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=103 <![CDATA[ STEAM Lab ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=102 Our cookery room has had a makeover!!!!

]]> Thu, 10 Nov 2022 08:45:40 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=102 <![CDATA[ End of Term and INSET ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=100 End of term today, 20th October

]]> Thu, 20 Oct 2022 08:40:42 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=100 <![CDATA[ Meet the teacher ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=98 Thank you to those parents who have been able to attend the meet the teacher evenings so far.  

]]> Wed, 14 Sep 2022 08:34:51 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=98 <![CDATA[ Staff Panto ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=81 It has become a tradition for the staff to take part in a pantomime for the children to enjoy.  We hope that you enjoy it to!

]]> Fri, 17 Dec 2021 12:47:08 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=81 <![CDATA[ The Rotary Club Young Photographer's Competition. ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=78 Interested in photography? Read on...

]]> Tue, 14 Dec 2021 11:09:17 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=78 <![CDATA[ Our new pets! ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=68 Meet our new pets....

]]> Thu, 24 Jun 2021 15:07:53 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=68 <![CDATA[ The daily mile track is open! ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=67 Over the past couple of months work has been progressing on the Daily Mile Track.  We are now really excited that this is now complete!

]]> Mon, 24 May 2021 13:10:04 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=67 <![CDATA[ We need your help!!!! ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=62 We need your help to vote for us in the Surrey Heath 'Think Big' campaign.  Please read on for details.

]]> Fri, 14 May 2021 14:48:39 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=62 <![CDATA[ Think Big ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=57 Surrey County Council are running a scheme to invest £100M pounds in community projects.  Read on.......

]]> Fri, 29 Jan 2021 15:02:15 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=57 <![CDATA[ Reading Training ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=55 Please read on to see some tips on helping your child read at home.

]]> Fri, 18 Dec 2020 10:40:00 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=55 <![CDATA[ Panto Time!!!! ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=54 It has become a bit of a Connaught tradition where the staff take part in a school panto.  We hope that you enjoy this years!

]]> Fri, 18 Dec 2020 09:53:33 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=54 <![CDATA[ PSHE, Relationships and Sex Education Consultation ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=52 Please read on for details about the PSHE, Relationships and Sex Education consultation

]]> Mon, 30 Nov 2020 09:49:25 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=52 <![CDATA[ Harvest Donations ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=51 Please see the letter of thanks from the Besom following our Harvest donations.

]]> Mon, 9 Nov 2020 14:46:49 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=51 <![CDATA[ Virtual Tour & FAQs ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=48 Please do have a look at a virtual tour of our lovely school.

]]> Sat, 17 Oct 2020 14:10:19 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=48 <![CDATA[ Parents Evening ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=47 Don't forget, bookings are now being taken for Parents Evening.

]]> Wed, 14 Oct 2020 15:12:34 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=47 <![CDATA[ Open Day ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=46 Please read on for details of our upcoming open days for prospective parents.

]]> Tue, 6 Oct 2020 10:44:25 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=46 <![CDATA[ Individual Photos ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=45 Children's Photos Monday 14th September

]]> Wed, 9 Sep 2020 16:46:21 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=45 <![CDATA[ Children's Risk Assessment ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=44 Please take the time to watch this video with your child/ren before returning to school.  We are looking forward to seeing everyone in school.

]]> Thu, 27 Aug 2020 08:35:21 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=44 <![CDATA[ Care Homes Video ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=43 Before half term, the children were asked to send in messages that we could send to our local care homes.  Please read on....

]]> Thu, 11 Jun 2020 09:43:06 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=43 <![CDATA[ Meet the Teacher ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=42 Meet the Teacher has been cancelled. Videos presentations will be coming to you soon!

]]> Wed, 9 Sep 2020 16:36:02 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=42 <![CDATA[ Support and Wellbeing ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=41 Support and Wellbeing Bulletin

]]> Sun, 3 May 2020 14:16:45 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=41 <![CDATA[ Year 3 September ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=40 For parents or carers of children who are due to start with us in September 2020 please read on.

]]> Tue, 21 Apr 2020 15:05:29 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=40 <![CDATA[ Online Reading Materials ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=38 Free E-Reading for your children

]]> Wed, 8 Apr 2020 10:26:39 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=38 <![CDATA[ A letter from the Headteacher ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=36 Please see the attached letter from the Headteacher.

]]> Sun, 29 Mar 2020 15:53:02 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=36 <![CDATA[ URGENT - KEY WORKERS ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=35 Parentmail is struggling with everything that is being sent just now.  Please find attached the keyworkers form that must be completed and returned ASAP.  Please email it to school@cjs.tamat.org.uk.

]]> Fri, 20 Mar 2020 14:32:08 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=35 <![CDATA[ Clubs Cancelled ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=34 Please note that all teacher and external clubs are cancelled until further notice.

]]> Thu, 19 Mar 2020 14:59:47 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=34 <![CDATA[ Education Today Article ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=28 Connaught Junior School has had an article published in the February edition of Education Today!

]]> Fri, 28 Feb 2020 16:17:54 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=28 <![CDATA[ Anxiety Workshop ]]> https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=27 We recently held an anxiety workshop in school.  We would like to share the presentation from this workshop with you.

]]> Fri, 14 Feb 2020 10:25:17 GMT https://www.connaughtjuniorschool.co.uk/news/?pid=13&nid=4&storyid=27