Packed Lunch We would like to take this opportunity to remind all families of our packed lunch policy, which remains in place during school trips as well as regular school days. As a reminder, packed lunches should include: A balanced selection of healthy items such...
We would like to take this opportunity to remind all families of our packed lunch policy, which remains in place during school trips as well as regular school days.
As a reminder, packed lunches should include:
They should not include:
We appreciate your support in helping us promote healthy eating habits and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all our pupils.
If you have any questions about the policy, please do not hesitate to contact the school office.
We are pleased to let you know that school photos will be taken on Tuesday 4th November. The photographs will be taken by Carmel Jane Photography and will include:
Please ensure that all children come to school wearing their full school uniform, including their red jumpers.
Children in Reception, Years 4 and Year 5 should not wear their PE kit on this day, even if it is their usual PE day. Please ensure they come to school in full uniform instead.
We are so excited to invite you to their annual Lightparty! Where bright colours and Superhero fancy dress are a must, this is your invite to come along for lots of FUN for the family.
The room will be packed with inflatables, stalls, face painting, prizes, craft activities, food and much much more!
All children MUST be accompanied by an adult and have signed up using the below QR code:
We would like to share details about the Community Catch-Up Vaccination Clinics available for students who may have missed any of their routine immunisations.
Appointments are available for the following vaccinations:
How to book:
Parents and carers can book an appointment by following the link in the poster below:
These clinics are open to all eligible children and young people within the community who have missed vaccinations at school or through their GP.
The seasons are changing, and we’re starting to plan for a magical festive season at SJSJ! Here’s how you can get involved early:
Call for Carol Singers: All voices are welcome — big or small
We’re putting together a group of singers for the Highbury and Islington Christmas Carols on Friday 19th December (time TBC, likely 3pm or later).
Last year we raised £704.21 in just 1.5 hours – let’s make the magic even bigger this year!
To join in, email us at stjohnandstjamespta@gmail.com
Christmas Raffle – Prize Donations Wanted!
We’re now collecting prizes for our Christmas Raffle – from generous gifts to little treats (perfect for creating our famous hampers).
Every penny raised will go towards the end of year school trips and new play equipment for the children.
If you, your workplace, or a local business can donate a product or service, please speak to a PTA member or email us at stjohnandstjamespta@gmail.com
Thank you for helping us spread the festive cheer early!
Please can we remind all parents and carers that the school gate opens at 8.50am, ready for school to start promptly at 8.55am. We kindly ask that parents or carers do not come into the school playground or building with their child/ren.
Teachers and support staff are generally not available in the mornings as they are settling the children straight into assembly – should you need to speak with an adult, please go directly to the school office and Miss Nifa will be more than happy to assist you in arranging a suitable time.
Thank you for your continued support in ensuring that all children come into school in a calm manner and ready for a day of learning.
We would like to remind all families that a late collection charge of £5 for every 5 minutes will be applied if a child is not collected promptly at the end of the school day or from after-school clubs.
Please ensure that you are collecting your child on time to avoid any additional charges.
We also kindly ask that you check your ParentPay account regularly and clear any outstanding balances as soon as possible.
Thank you for your cooperation and continued support.
As part of our ongoing efforts to maintain a smart, inclusive and focused learning environment, we’d like to send a friendly reminder about the school uniform policy here at St John and St James.
Our school uniform consists of the following items:
During the summer months, children are also permitted to wear:
Please also be reminded of the following additional guidelines:
We appreciate your support in helping ensure that your child arrives at school in the correct uniform each day. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact the school office.
Thank you for your continued cooperation in maintaining our school’s standards.
Children going to secondary school in 2026, please click the below link to see the time and dates for secondary school open events starting from September 2025:
Safeguarding is EVERYONE’S responsibility. Our attitude is, it could happen here.
At St John & St James we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect ALL staff, volunteers and visitors to the school to share this commitment.
If you have any concerns about the safety of a child, please speak immediately to our Designated Safeguarding Lead, Joshua Watson.
If Mr Watson is not available, you can always speak to one of our school’s Deputy Safeguarding Leads:
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