Spring Term 2024

Class 3G assembly – Thursday 21st February

Class 3G took us into the world of TV programmes and demonstrated their talents in singing, poetry writing and reciting, sport, dance, gymnastics and history knowledge. They impressed us all – perhaps one day one of them might get a job producing or performing on the TV!

Bikeability – Year 5

Thirty Year 5 children have had the opportunity to achieve level 1 and 2 in cycling through the Bikeability initiative which is being offered free from Transport for London. Groups of eight children took to the road with their instructors Mario and Richard. It was a fantastic opportunity to learn how to cycle safely on […]

Millfield Dance Festival – Wednesday 20th March

Some of our most talented dancers in Years 5 and 6 took to the stage at the Millfield Theatre for Enfield Schools’ Dance Festival. Unfortunately Dylan was unwell and missed the recording in the theatre (shown below) for the dress rehearsal, but was there for the two events for parents. The theme of the show […]

OPAL project – tyres!

100 tyres were delivered to the school on 15th March. The children have had great fun finding inventive ways to play with them!

Year 6 trip to Hilltop

The Year 6 children had a fabulous residential trip to Hilltop 11th-15th March. They enjoyed a range of activities such as climbing, abseiling, cycling, walking, high-ropes, tree-top trail, archery, crate building and team tasks. They were encouraged to challenge themselves to be stretched physically and mentally. They came home with a suitcase of filthy clothes […]

Pilgrimage to St Monica’s Food Bank

On Monday 4th March, the whole school walked en masse to St Monica’s Church who provide a food bank to our community every Monday. Hundreds and hundreds of food items were donated by our very generous families. Sadly, the volunteers at church (many of whom are past parents of the school), are supporting about 900 […]

6Y Class Assembly – Thursday 7th March

Class 6Y’s assembly coincided with World Book Day, so it’s no surprise their assembly was all about books and how they can inspire and enrich our lives. It was wonderful to hear them sing and act so fabulously and it was evident that they love reading which was heart warming!

6G Class Assembly – 29th February

On Thursday, we were all entertained by Class 6G’s assembly. They took us to a book Oscars and wowed us with their wide range of reading and technological skills to show case their acting! Very well done to our authors, actors and cinematographers of the future!

Class 6Y make biscuits!

Class 6Y are continuing their food technology lesson by making biscuits. They had to measure the ingredients carefully and combine them to make the dough. The finished products looked delicious!

Class 3Y assembly – 22nd February

On Thursday Class 3Y led a wonderful assembly which celebrated the rich diversity of their cultures and heritage. They were proud to speak in different languages and talk about the places they or their family members were born. They recognise that we are all unique and should live in harmony, respecting everyone around us. It […]

Food Technology with Class 6Y – 21st February

Class 6Y worked with Charley from HCL (Herts Catering Company) this week. They enjoyed developing their knife skills to cut vegetables and make a wrap pizza – yum! Apparently it tasted as good as it looked. They confidently explored different flavours and evaluated what they might leave out or add next time.

Year 5 Inter-School Maths Competition

On Tuesday 20th February, four keen mathematicians from Year 5, from eleven different Enfield schools joined together for a maths competition. Children from The Raglan, Hazelwood, West Grove, Firs Farm, Highfield, St John and St James, Starksfield, Honilands, Garfield, St Michael at Bowes and of course St Monica’s were challenged to think deeply about maths […]

Year 6 Inter-School Maths Competition

Our maths leader, Mrs Hindle, hosted another quiz for the most able mathematical minds of Enfield Primary schools just before the half term break. Four children from Year 6 from ten different schools took part. None of them managed to complete the tangram, despite considerable effort! Congratulations to West Grove who came 3rd, Our Lady […]

School Council visit Enfield Council!

The children thoroughly enjoyed their trip to Enfield Civic Centre. They met Councillor Suna Hurman who is the Mayor of Enfield and local councillor Edward Smith. The children enjoyed going into the Council Chambers and asking them both questions and learning more about Mayoral duties. The children also got to go into the Mayoral chambers. […]

A Star is Born – Friday show

On Friday 2nd February, 80 children from Years 4, 5 and 6 took part in our annual “A Star is Born” talent show. We were delighted to welcome back four former members of staff, Karen Borley, Mr Ross, Ms Phillips and Mrs Holly as judges. There were trophies and medals awarded for 1st, 2nd and […]

A Star is Born – Thursday show

On Thursday 1st February, fifty children took part in our annual “A Star is Born” show which showcases singing and dancing talent. On the Thursday show it was mainly children from Reception, Years 1, 2 and 3 with a few older siblings included as well. It was a great fun evening and thoroughly enjoyed!

Racial Justice Sunday

It was Racial Justice Sunday 28th January and one of parents, local GP and children’s author, Lorreta Besong came to school on Friday 26th to give a powerful talk to the KS2 children about her experiences of arriving in the UK from Cameroon as a teenager. She experienced awful bullying at school because she looked […]

New Debating and Mooting Society

One of our parents, Jamie Okoro who is a qualified barrister, is setting up a Debating and Mooting Society for Year 6. He came to speak to the children and launch the club – there is a lot of interest. See the letter here for more details.St. Monica’s Debating & Mooting Society First Letter to […]