Newsletter 14th November 25
| Key Event | Date |
| Year 1 outing - Celebration of the failure of the bonfire plot' walk | Tuesday18 November |
| Reception Class outings to the Secret Garden (Re organised due to weather conditions) | Monday 24 November |
| Selected Year 6 children taking part in Camden Debating competition | Tuesday 25 November |
| Inset day - school closed | Friday 28 November |
| Brookfield School Community Winter Fair | Saturday 6 December |
| Year 2 Christmas Show | Thursday 11 December 2pm |
|
Christmas song concert at St Mary Brookfield Church (Key stage 1 @ 10am and key stage 2 @ 2pm) |
Tuesday 16 December |
| School Christmas Lunch | Wednesday 17 December |
| End of Autumn Term - School closes 1pm | Friday 19 December |
Simon's Update
It’s been another busy and exciting week in school!
Our Reception children have been taking part in balance bike training and have grown in confidence each day – it’s been wonderful to see their smiles as they whizz around the playground. In Year 6, the art workshops with Alix have been truly fantastic, exploring the theme of art and activism and helping the children to see how creativity can be used to make a difference in the world.
Sport is also well underway this term, with our Year 5/6 football teams playing their first fixtures. A special mention to the girls’ team, who won two games and lost one – a brilliant start to the season. There will be more to come from all our football teams over the coming weeks.
Year 5 have also taken part in a Money Matters workshop, where they have been learning about financial education and how to make sensible choices with money – such an important life skill. And finally, Year 2 enjoyed a visit from an author this week; the children were inspired by the story time and were thrilled that each of them received their very own book to take home.
Well done to all the children and staff involved in making these opportunities happen.
Our Learning Week
Whole School News
New Autumn/Winter Menu
Please see below, the new Autumn/Winter menu from our catering partners, Caterlink. This is also available on the website, and if you have any questions or queries about meals, you can get in touch with us via the admin email address where your question will be forwarded to the relevant staff member
camden autumn winter menu 2025.pdf
Are you entitled to Free School Meals?
Even though all children from Reception to Year 6 receive a free school meal via the universal infant free school meals, or the London Mayors free school meal funds, there are further benefits to registering, such as free breakfast clubs, and food vouchers in the holidays.
The school also receive more vital funds, which allow us to provide financial relief for families with other extra curricular activities, so it really is worth checking if you're eligible and applying:
https://www.camden.gov.uk/free-school-meals
Starting School in Camden 2026?
If you have a child, or know a local family with a child who is due to start primary school in September 2026 (if they were born between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022. You need to apply for a Reception place by 15th January 2026.
You will need to apply via the Camden e-admissions website here camden.gov.uk/primary-admissions
Even if your child is currently at nursery at Brookfield, you need to apply in the same way
Brookfield host Parent tours for the school every Wednesday morning, with the Headteacher, Simon. You can book them via the admissions page of the website.
Brookfield School Community
We cannot wait to see you all at this year’s Winter Fair on Saturday December 6th, 12.00 - 15.00. The Winter Fair is our biggest event of the year, with free entrance, free hotdogs for all the children, arts and crafts stations, Santa’s grotto and so much more. We are holding two meetings next week where you can find out how you can help:
Tuesday 18th November 8.15pm, video meeting using this link:
https://meet.google.com/syg-okxv-rhb Otherwise, to join by phone, dial +44 20 3956 5774 and enter this PIN: 136 213 365#
To view more phone numbers, click this link: https://tel.meet/syg-okxv-rhb?hs=5
and
Wednesday 19th November 9am at the school bottom hall.
We hope to see some of you at these meetings to help prepare for the Fair. Your class rep will let you know how you can help next week - every year group will be allocated a stall. Do you own a business or know of local companies that might be interested in sponsoring our Winter Fair? Sponsors gain valuable exposure to our school community while supporting our children’s education and activities. If you have any connections or ideas, please contact BSC co-chair Niki/ niki@brookfieldsch.org.uk.
Finally, Y6 are having a bake sale at pick up next Friday 21st November to raise money for their leavers’ hoodies! Please pop by to buy their treats and help them on their endeavour!
...Finally, finally! An appeal to all of you planning some seasonal shopping: your shopping can help our school! Retailers will donate to Brookfield Primary Highgate for free every time you shop. Easyfundraising is an online fundraising platform that lets you raise money for our school simply by shopping online.
Sign up in November and the school will get an extra £2 donation:
https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/easyfundraising-app/?causeId=167342&utm_term=DSN5G
Information for Parents and Carers
Black History Season in Camden
Come and celebrate Black History Season. It’s a jam-packed programme filled with art, film, talks, walks and more - each designed to educate, inspire and empower you.
This week, we’re spotlighting Beyond Expectations, an exhibition at Swiss Cottage Gallery – up until 11 December. It’s a unique opportunity that explores the untold stories of Black British communities during the 1960s and 1970s. Check out the details of the exhibition and our full programme of events at lovecamden.org/blackhistoryseason.
SENDIASS Camden SEND Father's Group
SENDIASS (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Information, Advice and Support Service) are running two events for dads and male carers of children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to connect, share experiences and support each other.
- Online event: 27 November, 6pm to 7:30 pm. Book your free ticket for this online event here.
- Face-to-face event: 6th December, 10am to 12pm at Regent’s Park Family Hub. There’s no need to RSVP to this event – just show up on the day.
If you have any questions, email sendiass@camden.gov.uk or call 020 7974 6264
Saving the Planet with Brookfield
Grand Daffodil Planting Event!
Come and help the Friends of Dartmouth Park create a host of Golden Daffodils. Julian the Park Ranger will be directing us so that we put the bulbs in the right place and the right way up! Everyone welcome. Bring your children and friends. Equipment will be provided. No heavy digging and absolutely no previous experience required.
Saturday 29th November at Dartmouth Park (Front of Park facing Bickerton Road) from 12 to 2pm.
Trade Your Unused Items For New!
Swap Black Friday for Green Friday and trade in your stuff at no cost. Household goods, small homeware, unwanted gifts, clothes, toys and electronics (with wires) - all are welcome! Retail therapy at no cost to you, or to the Earth.
Friday, 28th November, 10 - 4 pm @ Kentish Town Library.
