Last week, eight VERY enthusiastic Year 5 pupils took on the HFL Education Annual Year 5 Mathematics Challenge Competition—an exciting event that brings together schools from across Hertfordshire and beyond to put their problem-solving skills to the test!

The competition, which includes both state and independent schools, is designed to stretch mathematical thinking while encouraging teamwork. And what a team effort it was! Our pupils tackled each challenge with determination, enthusiasm, and plenty of smiles along the way.

Mrs. Afenti-Sassis, our Maths Coordinator, was full of praise, saying, “Once again, our children showcased fantastic teamwork and mathematical skills. They tackled each challenge with determination, all while smiling and enjoying the experience!”

And the best part? Team A has made it through to the next round! What an incredible achievement for such a small school—proof that big things really do come in small packages. A huge congratulations to all the pupils who took part, and good luck to Team A in the next stage of the competition!

A huge shout out to Mrs Campbell for coming in to support too- thank you so much, we truly appreciate it.

Our Foodbank Friday has been a heartwarming triumph, thanks to our wonderful children and families! The generosity and enthusiasm from our school community have been truly inspiring.

The best part? This has been completely driven by the children! Our School Council wrote a heartfelt letter to the local foodbank, sharing why this matters to us, and they were absolutely thrilled to receive it. So thrilled, in fact, that they’re coming in soon to lead an assembly!

Our council has been thinking carefully about how we move forward. They are determined to continue supporting the foodbank but also understand that we must be mindful of our own families. So, the message is simple: Give if you can – every little bit helps.

The children have loved sorting the donations, seeing the boxes fill up, and knowing that they are making a real difference. One pupil summed it up perfectly:

“It feels good to help. Even just one tin of beans could mean someone has dinner tonight!”

Thank you to everyone who has contributed so far – your kindness is making a real impact.

British Science Week 2025 – Can You Help Inspire Our Children?

British Science Week is celebrating over 30 years of sparking curiosity and innovation! Running from 7th to 16th March, this year’s theme, ‘Change and Adapt’, encourages us to explore the incredible ways the world around us evolves.

At [School Name], we’re embracing this exciting theme with workshops, hands-on activities, and a special STEM assembly—and we’d love your help!

We’re looking for parents, family members, or friends with a background in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths) to lead an inspiring assembly for our children. Whether you work in engineering, healthcare, environmental science, computing, or any STEM-related field, your insights could help bring this year’s theme to life.

Possible topics include:

How cities and communities adapt to support a growing population
How animals and plants evolve to survive in changing environments
How technology has transformed to meet modern-day challenges
How stars and planets change over time

If you or someone you know would like to volunteer and inspire our young learners, please get in touch with the school office.

Together, let’s spark curiosity and inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators!

Our Green Team had an exciting and hands-on afternoon working with our Chair of Governors, Mr Hutt, to build bird boxes for our school grounds. Armed with hammers and screwdrivers, the children eagerly took on the challenge, showing fantastic focus and teamwork. The rhythmic tapping of nails filled the air as they carefully constructed each box, knowing they were creating safe havens for birds to nest.

Mr Hutt shared his DIY expertise, guiding the children step by step and ensuring everyone had a role to play. It was wonderful to see their determination as they measured, hammered, and assembled each piece with care.

These beautifully crafted bird boxes will soon be placed around the school grounds—we’re excited to see our first feathered residents move in! A big thank you to Mr Hutt for his time, encouragement, and woodworking skills.

Our fabulous Year 6 girls took on a very important job this week—cleaning out the guinea pigs! But they didn’t stop there… while their fluffy friends enjoyed a freshly tidied home, the girls treated them to a storytime session.

Now, we can’t say for sure what the guinea pigs thought of the book (if only they could talk!), but from the way they snuggled up and twitched their noses, we’re guessing they loved it! Maybe they’re literary critics in the making? Or perhaps they were just waiting for a plot twist involving extra carrots… Either way, we bet we have the happiest guinea pigs in the world! ✨

Our School Council’s Foodbank Friday has officially launched, and Willow Class led the way by bringing in an incredible selection of hygiene essentials! From toothpaste and toothbrushes to soap, shower gel, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, baby wipes, nappies, and period products—your generosity is truly inspiring.

A huge thank you to everyone who contributed! The foodbank will be delighted, and these small acts of kindness will make a big difference in our community.

Let’s keep up the fantastic support!

Today, some of our Beech class pupils had an amazing opportunity to take part in an exciting dance performance at Birchwood, alongside children from other local schools. The excitement was palpable as they took to the stage, showcasing their hard work, teamwork, and love of dance!

The day kicked off with an energetic workshop led by our wonderful dance teachers, with a little extra sparkle added by Birchwood’s fantastic Year 9 Dance students. Together, they explored new moves, built confidence, and worked as a team to create a brilliant routine! A big thank you also goes to the staff and organisers who made this event such a success.

The final performance was full of enthusiasm, rhythm, and big smiles—our pupils did us proud! A huge well done to everyone involved. Who knows? We might have some future dance stars in the making!

Applications to our Nursery  for children to start in September 2025 are now open!

Nursery Dates for Sept 2025

Monday 13th January 2025 – Applications open via schools websites

Friday 7th March 2025 – Application system closes

Monday 17th March 2025 – Offer places directly to parents by email

Friday 25thth April 2025 – Deadline for parents to accept places

View our school brochure: Little Hadham Brochure

Download an application form: 

What a dazzling Golden Morning we’ve had! From the laughter ringing through the hall to the creativity spilling out of every classroom, it was an absolute joy to see the children dive headfirst into a whirlwind of exciting activities.

They juggled and balanced their way through circus skills, unleashed their inner actors in drama workshops, and became mini-eco warriors with the Woodland Rangers. Meanwhile, the delicious aroma of baking filled the air as our young chefs whipped up treats alongside our ever-talented staff and the wonderful Mrs. Akester, our dedicated Governor. (We suspect a few of those goodies didn’t make it home—too tasty to resist!)

Sports, crafts, sewing – the list goes on! It wasn’t just about the activities but the connections formed along the way. Watching older pupils guide and cheer on the younger ones brought warmth to everyone’s hearts. This was more than just enrichment; it was community in action, a celebration of learning together and supporting one another.

A round of applause goes to our phenomenal staff and the fabulous team of Mr. Potter, Mr. Hewitt, Mrs. Battle, and Mrs. Ellicott for making this Golden Morning shine so brightly. Your hard work and creativity never go unnoticed!

Parents, if you’d like to roll up your sleeves and join us for a future Golden Morning, we’d be thrilled to have you on board!

This afternoon, our school was alive with excitement as we witnessed another unforgettable Talent Show! The stage sparkled with sensational electric guitar solos, dazzling dance routines, impressive piano performances, rib-tickling comedy acts, and jaw-dropping gymnastics. The energy in the room was electric, and it was clear how much effort and heart went into every single act.

A HUGE round of applause to everyone who stepped into the spotlight—you were all incredibly brave and absolutely brilliant! It’s inspiring to see our pupils writing scripts, creating routines, and choreographing dances all on their own. What a talented and creative group of children we have here at Little Hadham!

The judging was no easy task with so much talent on display. A massive THANK YOU to our judges, Mrs. Erswell and Mrs. Claremont, who had the pleasure of teaming up with two familiar faces—Reuben and Red, past winners and now guest judges! Their return brought an extra buzz of excitement, as they shared how much they loved being part of the show again.

Our School Captain had the honor of announcing the winners, and the squeals of delight from the audience could probably be heard across the village! Drumroll, please…

️ First Place: Bella (for her breathtaking performance!)
Second Place (tied): Belle and Wesley (what a duo!)
Third Place: The comic geniuses Billy and Jules (for a routine that left us in stitches!)

Well done to everyone who took part—you’ve left us inspired and amazed. The creativity, bravery, and sheer talent on display made this a day to remember. We can’t wait to see what you come up with next year! ✨