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Prospective Parents – Summer Tour

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:10:36 GMT

Oohwee, we are inviting anyone out there who is interested in seeing for themselves the fantastic offer we make our children, here at Edmund Waller.

We are delighted to offer 2 dates for an informal summer session, which will also include a chance to see a Forest School session and a tour of the school and a brief (we promise) outline of our values and aspirations for the children.

The summer tours are scheduled for:

Thursday 21st May

Thursday 25th June

Both tours will start at 9:30am and we expect them to last approximately 45 mins.

Please book a ticket (100% free) using the Eventbrite Link below.

We look forward to seeing you then.

Tours for 2027!

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:51:35 GMT

Having been oversubscribed for the past 4 years, we expect to be so again for the Reception intake for September 2026.

If you have a child due to start Reception in September 2027 and would like to be added to the mailing list for the next round of school tours, please add your details to the MS Form below:

Reception 2027 - Register for Tours

Upper Phase Recognition Assembly 26.03.26

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:49:21 GMT

For our last recognition assembly of the term, we were treated to a host of fantastic learning from Years 4, 5 and 6. Come and take a look!

Lower Phase Recognition Assembly

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 16:15:13 GMT

Our last assembly of the Spring term was jam-packed with fantastic contributions from our children in years 2 and 3.

Upper Phase Recognition Assembly 18.03.26

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 21:29:35 GMT

Hot on the heels of last week's slides, here are yet more examples of brilliant learning from our Upper Phase children. Enjoy!

Lower Phase Recognition Assembly 18.03.2026

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 14:55:26 GMT

Have a look at the brilliant work our year 2 and 3 children showed us in assembly today. Year 2 have loved having the chicks with them this week!

UKS2 recognition assembly 11.03

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:47:55 GMT

Sorry for the delay in uploading this - here's last week's fantastic work

Lower Phase Recognition Assembly 3.3.26

Wed, 4 Mar 2026 14:42:11 GMT

Please enjoy looking at the work from this week's assembly – the children confidently shared their learning and talked about what they were most proud of.

A Safer Route to School

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:04:32 GMT

We are throwing our support behind the campaign for a safer road crossing on one of the main routes to school.

Lower Phase Recognition Assembly 10.2.26

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:41:27 GMT

Here's the fantastic work from the week before half term. Have a look and get ready to be impressed!

Lower Phase Recognition Assembly 24.2.26

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:21:14 GMT

Please have a look at some of the wonderful achievements from this week!

UKS2 Recognition assembly 25.02

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:33:28 GMT

Welcome back everyone! Have a look at some the great work the children have created recently.

Upper Phase Recognition Assembly 11.02.26

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 20:50:52 GMT

Come and browse some of the brilliant learning that's been taking place across the Upper Phase this week.

LGBTQ History Month

Fri, 6 Feb 2026 11:18:49 GMT

Ms Kalitsi led an assembly on Monday to mark LGBTQ+ History Month.

Upper KS2 Recognition Assembly

Wed, 4 Feb 2026 10:18:30 GMT

Some cracking writing this week, be it poetry, short stories or science. Enjoy!

New X Fire

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:54:34 GMT

This year marks the 45th anniversary of the tragic events that claimed the lives of 14 Lewisham teenagers - the New Cross Fire

The deaths were the result of an arson attack on a teenage birthday party, took place on 18th January 1981.

Upper Phase Recognition Assembly

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:08:23 GMT

After a short hiatus we were back this week celebrating the fantastic learning produced by our Years 4 to 6 children. Come and take a look!

Lower Phase Recognition Assembly

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 10:05:37 GMT

This week was jam-packed with excellent work from our children in years 2 and 3! Have a look and prepare yourself to be impressed!

Lower Phase Recognition Assembly

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:00:47 GMT

It was our first Recognition Assembly of the new term and the children have clearly started 2026 raring to go! Have a look at some of the great work from this week.

Lower Phase Recognition Assembly

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 08:18:14 GMT

Our last assembly of the term was as exceptional as our first. The children in years 2 and 3 have worked so hard this term – we are all feeling very proud of what they have learnt and achieved.

UKS2 recognition assembly 12.12.25

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 10:01:28 GMT

It's the last recognition assembly of 2025, but we're still going strong with our learning. Nearly there team! Have a lovely break, see you in 2026!

Lower Phase Recognition Assembly 9.12.25

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 11:18:58 GMT

We thought the concerts were as fun-filled as this term could get but our assembly this week was jam-packed with wonderful contributions from the children in years 2 and 3. Take a look and find out!

Upper Phase Recognition Assembly 4.12.25

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 20:47:03 GMT

This week, after a short hiatus, we were back celebrating the impressive work of our Upper Phase children. Come and take a look at what was on show.

Lower Phase Recognition

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 14:14:51 GMT

Please have a look at the children's work that we recognised in our assembly this week. The children in years 2 and 3 really enjoy coming together to celebrate the achievements of their peers.

Day 5 at PGL

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 12:42:34 GMT

The final day - we're coming home!

Year 6 at PGL - Day 4

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 11:42:18 GMT

Blue skies, overcoming our fear of heights and D-I-S-C-O

Lower Phase Recognition

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 11:28:23 GMT

Have a look at the wonderful offerings from our fantastic children in years 2 and 3 this week. There was a big focus on feeling proud of the quantity and quality of work each child had produced. Very well done to all!

HSJ - Days 1, 2 + 3!

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:55:40 GMT

Residential school journeys are not for every child. Although we work with all families to ensure that finances are not a barrier to their child attending a residential visit, we are also always respectful of the wishes of all families and children regarding these trips.

Year 6 at PGL - day 3

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 19:55:18 GMT

Battling the elements and coming out on top!

Year 6 at PGL - Day 2

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:24:49 GMT

Otherwise known as "Giant Swing Face" day

Year 6 at PGL - Day 1

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:28:06 GMT

Day 1 at PGL has not disappointed!

Upper phase recognition assembly 14.11

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:39:52 GMT

Have a look at some of the great work done by years 4,5 & 6 this week!

Lower Phase Recognition Assembly 11.11.25

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 12:43:51 GMT

Please have a look at the great examples of work from our children in Years 2 and 3.

Upper Phase Recognition Assembly 7.11.25

Fri, 7 Nov 2025 11:03:49 GMT

This week's recognition assembly reflected the breadth of our curriculum here at Edmund Waller, showcasing some fantastic historical fiction as well as portraiture and sports skills. Come and have a look!

BHM - Assembly

Fri, 7 Nov 2025 09:29:11 GMT

Lower Phase Recognition Assembly

Wed, 5 Nov 2025 09:20:48 GMT

Please have a look at the wonderful learning from the week before half-term. Apologies to those who have been searching for it - it had been posted in the wrong part of the website! We were treated to fabulous artwork, maths and writing. We were lucky enough to have extra children in the assembly because everyone is working so hard that it's getting more difficult for the teachers to choose who to put forward each week! Each child chosen was selected specifically because of the extra effort and resilience they displayed whilst completing their learning. Well done!

UKS2 Recognition assembly

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:23:46 GMT

Feast your eyes on the last recognition assembly of the first half term! Have a great break, see you in November.

Upper Phase Recognition Assembly 17.10.25

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 12:56:42 GMT

This week, we celebrated learning from across the Upper Phase which demonstrated the power of resilience and of learning from our mistakes. Come and take a look at the children's accurate calculation, precise scientific vocabulary, careful observational drawing and effective storytelling!

A Time for Reflection

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 12:13:26 GMT

Please see the linked document below for the Reflection Record templates, plus some examples of children's thoughts about how they will move on and get back into their classrooms and be ready for learning.

Lower Phase Recognition Assembly

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 14:07:58 GMT

Resilience and persistence were the themes of this week's assembly. The children spoke confidently about what happens when we make mistakes and what happens when we keep trying, even when the learning is very challenging.

Upper phase recognition assembly 10.10.25

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:05:09 GMT

Have a look at some of the fantastic work from years 4,5,6 from the past week.

Black History Month 2025

Thu, 9 Oct 2025 09:25:11 GMT

Black History Month 2025

This year’s Black History Monh was introduced to the children with an assembly on Monday 6th October led by Ms Kalitsi (Y5) and Ms Rennie. This year’s BHM theme is “Standing Firm in Power and Pride,” a powerful tribute to the resilience, strength, and unwavering commitment to progress that defines the Black community across the globe. This year, the theme highlights the profound contributions made by Black people, be they leaders, activists, or pioneers who have shaped history, while also looking towards a future of continued empowerment, unity, and growth. Click on the BHM banner (left of this box) to find out more.

Lower Phase recognition Assembly

Wed, 8 Oct 2025 10:45:30 GMT

In this week's assembly, we have been celebrating the successes that can come from the errors we make, or the struggles we face, whilst we are learning. It was great to hear the children speak so confidently about how they feel when they make mistakes. We are working hard to notice how we feel when things go wrong, and recognise that doing this can help us become more resilient. Well done years 2 and 3!

Upper Phase Recognition Assembly 3.10.25

Fri, 3 Oct 2025 08:31:01 GMT

Writing was the theme of this week's recognition assembly, with some brilliant examples of precise vocabulary selected for purpose across Years 4 to 6. We also had some observational drawing and maths on show too... take a look!

Upper Phase Recognition Assembly 26.9.25

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 16:15:11 GMT

This week we have been wowed by the children's use of powerful adjectives, precise historical vocabulary and careful shading in close observational drawing. Well done, Upper Phase!

Lower Phase Recognition assembly

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 12:10:55 GMT

This week, we were treated to some excellent explanations - the children were able to use key vocabulary to explain exactly what they had been learning, from mathematical strategies to sketching techniques and historical processes. Well done years 2 and 3!

Upper Phase Recognition Assembly 19.9.25

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 16:30:37 GMT

Take a look at the brilliant learning that's been taking place in the Upper Phase this week!

Lower Phase Recognition Assembly

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 11:39:40 GMT

It looks like we're off to a flying start - our first recognition assembly of the term saw the children proudly sharing their writing, maths and History learning. Have a look below to see what the children have been learning and keep your eyes peeled for what's coming next!

UKS2 Recognition assembly

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 07:40:39 GMT

Welcome to the first recognition assembly of the year for years 4,5 & 6! Some wonderful artwork and non-chronological reports all about our biomes. Well done for some cracking learning to start the year

Prospective Parent Tours

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:52:11 GMT

We are delighted to be able to announce the dates for tours for families with children due to start Reception in September 2026 are here!

There will be tours of the school on the following dates:

SOLD OUT - Tuesday 23^rd September - SOLD OUT

SOLD OUT - Friday 3^rd October - SOLD OUT

SOLD OUT - Friday 10^th October - SOLD OUT

SOLD OUT - Friday 17^th October - SOLD OUT

SOLD OUT - Saturday 8^th November - SOLD OUT

SOLD OUT - Friday 21^st November - SOLD OUT

SOLD OUT - Friday 28^th November - SOLD OUT

SOLD OUT - Friday 9^th January 2026 - SOLD OUT