BLOG #7 

Imagine the scene when all of the staff at Larwood School had to suddenly take a quick English and Maths test as part of an application process during a training session. This did actually happen and it was to enable staff to access and complete the Level 2 Certificate of Awareness of Mental Health Problems. So that pupils could see that we feel very similar to them when doing tests, all staff were asked to tick either a happy, O.K or sad face about how they felt when they had to do the tests. Unsurprisingly most ticks went into the sad face area, some in the OK and just one in the happy face area! The point that has been emphasised to pupils in assembly this week is that there are tests that we all have to complete in life. Most of us do not enjoy them however, we are all bound together by trying our best when we do have to complete a test. Pupils have been reminded this week to do their best and if they do, we will be very proud of them for doing just that.

Please note that a range of supportive measures have also been in place for this week and next week to help our pupils prepare for SAT’s.

BLOG #5 January was busy and packed full of fun things, and February looks the same!  

A cold and snowy day arrived on Friday! It is always a very difficult decision to close the school on such a day, but I do hope that all concerned appreciate that for many pupils, long taxi journeys on a variety of roads may lead to all sorts of issues. It is safety for all concerned that is the moist important aspect of such a decision.

As always there continues to be lots of activity here! The new Chris Quigley curriculum, is being used by staff and pupils and is being developed fantastically! You can find out more about by using this link:

Chris Quigley

There is also lots of information on our website here:

Larwood School: Curriculum 

If you would like to ask any questions about this, please do contact us and we will be happy to obliged.

During the last few weeks, we have seen some of our KS2 pupils take part in mini Olympics, Year 6 pupils visit London and see how the Police and their horses work and are cared for, a visit for younger pupils to Tring museum and a ‘rapid fire’ sporting event. We like to keep busy!

BLOG #3 This week started with a surprise announcement and moved onto a planned change.

Please see our release on the website with information about Sandra Barr winning the Governor of The Year Award, from Herts4Learning. This was fantastic news and was announced at the Hertfordshire Governors conference on Saturday. Sandra has and continue to be a key part of our schools development and always ensures that the very best quality of teaching, learning and development is being provided for our pupils.

Following confirmation that our residential unit is now closed, we have moved swiftly to change the space that was the residential area, to enable more pupils to join our school. Staffed by Mrs Williams, Mrs McKeever and Mrs Otero, The Space Hub, officially took off on Thursday 22nd November. To start with, it has been populated with five of our current pupils. Other new pupils will join the Hub in due course. This is a new area for our school and it will be an area, whereby pupils with autism will be taught in a different way to the rest of the school. This does not mean that every pupil with autism has to be part of the Hub. I am sure it will develop very quickly and no doubt, we will see some excellent progress form our pupils whilst they are there.

BLOG #1 Welcome back to all returning pupils, new pupils and to all of our families, working partners and members of our governing body.  The start of this year equals new opportunities, a new curriculum and many changes for our school as the year proceeds. My assembly on the first day back this year reminded pupils about such opportunities, but I also the link to the history of our school. Therefore, I told the story of Harold Larwood and the many qualities that he displayed as top cricketer in challenging and changing times. Our school motto of ‘achieve, believe, expect and enjoy’ would be something that I think Harold would have great empathy with. I am sure it will be another fantastic year ahead for all concerned.

Please note that I am sending out a letter at the end of the week beginning Friday 7^th September. It will provide you with information about a range of events and activities that will take place over the coming weeks and months. Please read!

BLOG #7 Your children (our pupils) are amazing! As part of our approach to Sports Relief, Mr V began the week by setting all pupils a challenge. Therefore, during the week, pupils have had to complete daily activities such as Burpees, Star Jumps, Knee ups and Mountain Climbers! Plus, all pupils were set the task of running a mile! I am amazed at how much enthusiasm pupils and staff have displayed during the challenges, throughout the week. To top this off, a number of pupils have also raised some incredible amounts of money for Sports Relief. Sums have varied and all pupils who have raised money in this way, will be receiving a special letter form myself. The sums involved vary from £20-£100! Superb efforts from all involved and we are really proud of our pupils.

BLOG #5 Welcome back! We have had a great start to 2018 by using our first assembly to reflect upon pupils work in 2017, and take time to think about the future. During the assembly we saw photos and videos, along with staff and pupils telling us about the Skills Curriculum that operates during Thursday afternoons. It’s unique to us and something that pupils really do gain from taking part in. Therefore, we heard about Skiing, Life skills, cooking, arts and crafts, our community team and their work cleaning up local areas, sport (with Trae and Skye demonstrating), and Science. A great way to start the term celebrating some great work.