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Rosedale Primary Celebrated Nationally for Outstanding Achievement

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:30:08 GMT

Rosedale Primary is proud to announce that we have been formally recognised for delivering outstanding outcomes for disadvantaged pupils, placing our school among the strongest performers nationally in 2024/25.

2026 Admissions - Book A Guided Tour

Thu, 4 Dec 2025 12:40:15 GMT

We are pleased to invite you in for a Guided Tours of Rosedale Primary School, where you can discover the warm, inclusive and high-achieving environment praised in our recent Ofsted inspection.

Incredible Eggs

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 10:11:23 GMT

The Early Years children have had special visitors in school this week, ducklings! The children have been learning about the life cycle of ducklings from seeing them in their eggs, to watching them hatch and caring for them afterwards. The children have been taking good care of the ducklings whilst interacting with them by feeding them and giving them lots of cuddles!

Supporting A Safe Evacuation for Everyone

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 12:46:26 GMT

New Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP)

At The Rosedale Hewens Academy Trust, the safety and wellbeing of everyone in our community is our top priority. In line with updated guidance, we are introducing a new approach to ensure that individuals who may need assistance during an emergency—such as those with disabilities or temporary mobility challenges—are fully supported.

Easter Bonnet Making

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:00:36 GMT

Thank you to all parents, guardians and carers of Reception and Nursery children who came in and helped their children make their Easter Bonnets. It was lovely to see you all, they were all a work of art.

World Book Day

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:07:38 GMT

On Thursday 5th March, the children at school spread much joy and excitement as they dressed up to celebrate World Book Day. The children came in fantastic costumes as characters from their favourite books, bringing lots of fun and colour into the school. There was a wonderful array of characters from many different books and historical periods. All the children looked fantastic, as we’re sure you will agree! Thank you to our parents, guardians and carers for your generosity, we raised £140.58 for WaterAid.

Tudor Toys Workshop

Fri, 6 Mar 2026 10:54:24 GMT

On Monday 2nd March, the Year 5 pupils took part in a Tudor Toys workshop which saw them make a woodpecker toy that moved down a thin pole. The pupils learnt about different aspects of Science, Engineering, Mathematics and Technology in order to create these toys. They all thoroughly enjoyed making their beau-tifully coloured individual woodpeckers and were very excited to show off their hard work to all their friends, parents, guardians and carers!

Number Day

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:07:32 GMT

A huge thank you to all the parents, guardians, carers and children who participated in NSPCC Number Day on Friday 6th February. We were so impressed by the enthusiasm and effort shown throughout the day. Thank you as well for your generousdonations. We are delighted to share that we raised £130 for the NSPCC. Your continued support helps make a real difference!!

Young Voices Concert 2026

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:14:39 GMT

On Tuesday 3rd February, some of our Year 5 pupils travelled to the OVO Arena to take part in the Young Voices concert. The pupils have been rehearsing hard since October last year. The children continued to show their determination and dedication to the choir all the way through. Their hard work was rewarded and paid off when they are able to perform at the OVO in front of thousands of audience members. The pupils were swept away with the electric atmosphere at the OVO, showcasing their dance moves to the best of their ability and singing at the top of their lungs. It is fair to say, everyone that attended the choir had the best time and thoroughly enjoyed the entire concert.

Ancient Egyptian Workshop

Fri, 6 Feb 2026 10:17:16 GMT

As part of their Ancient Egyptian topic, our Year 4 pupils travelled back in time with an amazing archaeologist to explore the lifestyle and dress of the Egyptians. They were eager and enthusiastic to handle a range of fascinating and unusual artefacts. The pupils were dressed in fantastic outfits and armour fit for a pharaoh, his warriors, farmers, a high priestess and an Egyptian family. They were highly engaged in discussions and role-play throughout the workshop, making it a truly unforgettable Egyptian experience!

Junior Citizens Event – Year 6

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:13:48 GMT

On Thursday 22nd January, pupils from Year 6 attended a Junior Citizens event at Brunel University where they learnt how to stay safe and to be good citizens. The pupils were completely focussed as they attended different sessions that involved them in realistic and problematic scenarios where they had to think carefully about the actions they needed to take. There were eight scenarios in total, which covered health issues, fire safety, citizenship, home safety, dangerous substances, online safety, watersafety and road safety.

Life Base Workshops

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:01:21 GMT

Last week, some of our pupils took part in the exciting LifeBase workshops, which helped them develop a greater understanding of themselves, how their bodies function, and how to keep themselves safe and healthy. Pupils were enthusiastic and fully engaged in a range of fun, age-appropriate activities designed to support informed decision-making about their health, build let's go let's goself-esteem through inspiring enrichment experiences, and develop essential life skills.

Nursery Activities

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 10:20:22 GMT

The Nursery children have returned to school after the Christmas holidays and jumped straight back into various activities. The children used the interactive whiteboards to practise writing different sounds they have learnt, engaged in sensory play using the sandpit and soft foam, and attempted various mathematics games to develop and reinforce basic numeracy skills. They were all thrilled to return to Nursery and were ecstatic to see their friends!

Reception and Nursery Christmas Performance

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 15:13:45 GMT

Cock-a-Doodle Christmas! Our Nursery and Reception children delighted everyone with their joyful performance, spreading festive cheer with big smiles, songs, and lots of Christmas magic. The children thoroughly enjoyed taking part in the performance and were very excited to sing the songs they had learnt to their audience, clearly demonstrating how they had grown in confidence since September.

Year 2 Christmas Performance

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 10:26:56 GMT

On Wednesday 10th December, our Year 2 pupils reported the sighting of aliens that had landed at Rosedale Primary School! This close encounter led our Year 2 to invite the aliens in to satisfy their inquiries about the meaning of Christmas. They achieved this by acting out the reasons why Christmas is celebrated and persuaded the aliens to enjoy the festivities. In the afternoon, the children enjoyed their Christmas party, especially after all the hard work they put into their full-fledged performance in the morning!

Year 5 Christmas Performance

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:08:22 GMT

On Wednesday 3rd December, Year 5 children demonstrate their individual talents as they performed in their annual Christmas show, which this year, told the story of the cruelty of King Herod during the time of Jesus. The performance was linked to the contemporary world, sending out the message that anyone can be a superstar! It was a wonderful musical performance by the children, who sang their songs with delightful enthusiasm. A fun party for all Year 5 pupils then took place, where they all celebrated the end of a very successful day!

French Market

Fri, 5 Dec 2025 10:11:19 GMT

To celebrate the end of the Autumn Term and Christmas, the school organised a French-themed Christmas market, where our school council leaders had the chance to contribute to the organisation of this extravaganza. Children from KS1 and KS2 enjoyed using the target language to purchase Christmas presents and enjoy French patisserie.

Bikeability Training

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:19:56 GMT

From Monday 10th to Thursday 13th November, a group of Year 6 pupils had a real sense of excited achievement as they completed their Bikeability course which is a bike training scheme provided by the London Borough of Hillingdon.

Science Practical

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:23:13 GMT

Year 4 pupils had the opportunity to use a range of electrical components to build simple electric circuits in a practical session. They used a battery, a wire attached with crocodile clips, a light bulb, buzzer, motor and switch. Accepting the challenge, they also built series circuits to demonstrate their deeper understanding of the topic. Pupils used different materials to test whether they are conductors or insulators of electricity. They successfully built small fans using batteries, wires, motors and paper as the blades of their fans.

Harvest Festival Collection

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:49:10 GMT

On Wednesday 5th November, the Hillingdon Food Bank came to collect the School’s Harvest Festival donation. The pupils have been learning about how even a small contribution can go a long way in supporting and helping our local community, particularly in these more challenging times. The Hillingdon Food Bank were very grateful for the large amount of food and toiletry items our school was able to collect in support of those who need our help the most. We would like to thank all parents, guardians and carers for your support and generosity in donating items for our

Harvest Festival celebration.

Year 6 SATs Workshop

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 17:14:07 GMT

On Tuesday 21st October, the Year 6 parents, guardians and carers were invited to take part in SATs Workshop. They learnt about what the children are expected to know in preparation for their SATs, the techniques taught in school and even had a go at some of the past questions! All those who attended found the workshop very helpful and informative.

Coffee Morning – Thank You for Joining Us!

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:04:46 GMT

We were delighted to welcome the parents, guardians, and carers of Key Stage 2 to our Coffee Morning on Friday 17th October 2025. It was a fantastic opportunity to connect, share experiences, and learn more about the support available for families in our community.

Energy Sources – Year 4 Experiment

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:09:38 GMT

Last week, in Year 4, our young scientists explored the topic of renewable and non-renewable energy sources through hands-on investigations. Working in groups, pupils designed and built windmills, wind-powered cars, water wheels, and even solar ovens to demonstrate how wind, water, and sunlight can be used to generate energy. They had an exciting time testing their creations and seeing these energy sources in action. It was a fantastic way to
bring science to life and inspire curiosity about how we can power our world sustainably..

Science Investigation – Refraction

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 08:36:26 GMT

Year 6 have been investigating refraction, the way light bends when it passes from one material into another. Using a sheet of paper with an arrow drawn on it and a glass of water, the pupils were amazed to see the arrow appear to flip direction when viewed through the glass. The experiment helped pupils see how light changes direction as it travels through water and glass, creating surprising optical effects. The pupils enjoyed predicting what they thought would happen, testing it out, and then discussing the science behind the illusion.

Reception First Lunch

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 02:36:17 GMT

Last week, the Reception children stayed for lunch for the first time! The children were enthusiastic and really enjoyed this experience. They couldn’t stop talking to each other about what they were eating! On the second day, a few children realised the importance of eating first and talking after. We are encouraging the children to concentrate on eating their food but as lunchtime is a social occasion, they are still learning how to get the balance right.

Roald Dahl Day

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 10:26:34 GMT

Friday 12th September was celebrated as Roald Dahl Day in school. We joined the global celebration by honouring Roald Dahl and his beloved characters and stories in school. The highlight of the day was the children dressing up as their favourite Roald Dahl characters. Well done to all the children who participated and enjoyed reading a variety of popular Roald Dahl stories.

New Reception Children

Fri, 5 Sep 2025 08:23:02 GMT

All the new Reception children thoroughly enjoyed their first week of Primary School. They were excited to meet their teachers and eagerly took part in lots of fun learning activities. Playtime proved to be great fun as they played games and made friends!

Gordon Brown Centre Residential Trip

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 02:24:11 GMT

On Monday 7th to Friday 11th July, some of the Year 6 children visited the Gordon Brown Centre for their residential trip and they were fortunate enough to have perfect summertime weather! The children took part in various outdoor activities including the GBC Megabowl, Roman Gladiator Training Camp and the Trim Trail.

Ruislip Lido Trip

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 11:27:33 GMT

Our Nursery trip to Ruislip Lido last week was a big hit! The children had a fantastic time riding the little train, enjoying the beautiful scenery, playing on the beach and having fun on the swings. Smiles all around for a day full of adventure and laughter!

DHL – TACS

Fri, 4 Jul 2025 09:17:39 GMT

On Thursday 26th June, Pupils from Year 3 to 6 took part in DHLTACS road safety programme run by the DHL UK Foundation . The pupils enjoyed the live truck demonstrations and an interactive session with the DHL team members to alert the dangers of large vehicles. The pupils thoroughly enjoyed taking part and asked lots of very interesting questions about the size and weight of trucks, blind spots, and the difficulty drivers may have in hearing
pedestrians, even when they shout!

Rosedale Primary Summer Fair!

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 10:28:29 GMT

On Friday 20th June we held our Summer Fair and what a fair it was! We were so fortunate to have such beautiful weather which allowed our school community to come together and enjoy everything the fair had to offer. The children got stuck in with the arts and crafts stalls, some children had glitter tattoos and face paint. They enjoyed themselves on the bouncy castle and other outdoor games making sure they later rehydrated themselves with plenty of juice and ice lollies! We were also pleased to see how popular our candy floss stall was! We would like to thank all the children, staff and parents who helped to run the fair and dedicated their time to ensuring everyone had a wonderful experience. Thank you to everyone who came support the fair, as without the support of the local community, it wouldn’t have been the roaring success that it was!

Year 3 and 4 Sports Day

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 11:29:59 GMT

On Friday 13th June, the Year 3 and 4 pupils took part in their much-anticipated Sports Day. The pupils were all excited and eager to take part in the number of activities planned for the day, ranging from the egg and spoon race, penalty shoot-out, an obstacle course and various track events. All the children worked collectively in their tube stations, embodying competitive spirit and skill as well as exemplifying good sportsmanship on the field in celebrating their teammates’ achievements. Thank you to the Rosedale College Physical Education (PE) Alliance for putting on such a well-organised and varied morning for the children.

Hillingdon Parents and Carers Workshop

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 10:32:24 GMT

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Year 1 and 2 Sports Day

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 10:50:48 GMT

On Wednesday 11th June, the Year 1 and 2 pupils took part in their much-anticipated Sports Day. The children were all excited and eager to take part in the number of activities planned for the day, ranging from the egg and spoon race, penalty shoot-out, an obstacle course and various track events. All the children worked collectively in their tube stations, embodying competitive spirit and skill as well as exemplifying good sportsmanship on the field in celebrating their teammates’ achievements. Thank you to the Rosedale College Physical Education (PE) Alliance for putting on such a well-organised and varied morning for the children.

Willow Activity Farm Trip

Fri, 6 Jun 2025 12:39:50 GMT

The Reception children had a great day out at Willow Activity Farm Park on Friday 23rd May They went on a guided tractor ride around the farm to see some of the bigger animals to learn about the breed of each animal, where they originally come from and what they like to do and eat. They ended the day playing on the outdoor adventure playground and playing in the soft play areas
where they all had great fun.

Legoland Trip – Year 1

Fri, 23 May 2025 10:22:22 GMT

On Friday 9th May, Year 1 pupils went on a trip to Legoland, Windsor. All the pupils were extremely excited and couldn’t wait to get on the coach! On arrival they went to the Legoland Driving School where they had great fun driving the model cars before visiting other areas of the park. The children also went on an adventure through Miniland, where they saw miniature Lego versions of the London Eye, Tower of London and many other famous landmarks. The children really enjoyed themselves and the weather was absolutely perfect! We would like to thank all parents, guardians and carers who attended this trip and helped throughout the day.

VE Day Celebrations

Fri, 16 May 2025 09:46:48 GMT

Rosedale Primary School came together to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe with a day of meaningful celebration and reflection. The school was filled with a sense of pride and remembrance as children and staff dressed in 1940s-style clothing, took part in themed activities, and learned about the significance of Victory in Europe Day. Throughout the day, pupils engaged in history lessons focusing on World War II, explored artefacts, listened to wartime music, and created artwork and writing inspired by the era. The event not only deepened pupils’ understanding of this pivotal moment in history but also fostered a strong sense of community and gratitude! The pupils returned buzzing with excitement and newfound knowledge truly a memorable experience for our young scientists.

The Look-Out Discovery Centre Trip – Year 2

Fri, 9 May 2025 10:00:26 GMT

On Friday 2nd May 2025, our Year 2 pupils embarked on an exciting adventure to The Look Out Discovery Centre in Bracknell. The trip was packed with hands-on activities that brought science to life in the most engaging way! From launching rockets and experimenting with forces to exploring the light and sound zones, pupils were able to apply their classroom learning in a real-world setting.

Police Officer Visit

Fri, 2 May 2025 09:45:32 GMT

On Thursday 24th April, local Metropolitan Police Officers visited the children in Nursery and Reception. The children asked the Police Officers lots of questions about their job. The children were so impressed by what they heard that some of the children said when they grow up they want to be a Police Officer!

Reception and Nursery Easter Bonnet Parade

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:38:52 GMT

On Thursday 27th and Friday 28th March, the Reception and Nursery children paraded their Easter Bonnets around whilst singing at the top of voices for their families and the Easter bunny to hear. Their families were delighted to see all their bonnets that they had worked so hard on with their children.

Reception and Nursery Stay and Play

Fri, 4 Apr 2025 09:20:53 GMT

Last week, parents, guardians and carers of children in Reception and Nursery had the opportunity to come for a Stay and Play. They were able to stay see what their children did while in class, what sort of activities they do and play with their children. All those who attended really enjoyed being able to see what their children get up to during the school day and felt that it was a really invaluable experience!

Incredible Eggs

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 11:26:33 GMT

Easter Bonnet Making

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 07:53:38 GMT

St David’s Day

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 13:28:11 GMT

To celebrate St David’s Day, the children created their own St David’s Day cards to mark the occasion. To celebrate the Patron Saint of Wales, whilst engaging in a meaningful Art and anaesthetic experience, the children used a daffodil (the national flower of Wales) as a predominant feature on their cards before expressing words of gratitude to their loved ones.

STIXX Workshop

Fri, 7 Mar 2025 10:53:56 GMT

On Thursday 27th February 2025, the Year 6 pupils took part in the STIXX workshop. With the exciting opportunity to create towers solely from recycled newspaper and cable ties, the pupils adopted innovatory methods to construct a tower stable enough to stand freely with the least amount of newspaper rods. With many creative ideas blossoming, the pupils succeeded in building multiple stable towers by feeding rolled up newspaper through the STIXX machine, which turned the paper into solid poles! All of the children thoroughly enjoyed taking part in the workshop.

Natural History Museum Trip – Year 4

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 13:03:40 GMT

To consolidate their knowledge on topics related to their classwork, the Year 4 pupils visited The Natural History Museum. The museum is divided into four different zones, each offering a unique learning experience. In the Orange Zone, pupils learned about real science in the Darwin Centre and got close to a range of soft bodied specimens (fish, reptiles and amphibians). In the Blue Zone, pupils explored the skeletons of different animals. Pupils were amazed at the life-sized blue whale model. In the Green Zone, pupils walked beneath the skeleton of the largest
animal on earth, a 120 million-year-old Mantellisaurus. In the Red Zone, pupils explored the evolution of life on our planet. Overall, the pupils had a fun-filled day of exploring.

Year 4 - Art Lesson

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 09:17:38 GMT

Pupils in Year 4 learnt how to weave during their Art lesson. This was done to improve their understanding of the Viking lifestyle, which is a topic that they are learning about this half term in History and Geography. The Vikings were skilful weavers who produced top-quality warm textiles. The children were very excited to learn this new skill. As a result of them working in pairs, they also got the opportunity to apply their collaborative skills that they have been learning in PSHE.

Science Museum Trip – Year 3

Fri, 7 Feb 2025 10:11:59 GMT

Year 3 pupils went to the Science Museum on Friday 24th January. They had the chance to enjoy an electrifying Electricity and Magnetism Gallery, a ground-shaking Earth Science Gallery, a life-unearthing Palaeontology Gallery and a lively Biodiversity area. Pupils enjoyed the static displays of objects related to natural history, industry and industrial machinery. The pupils thoroughly enjoyed their experience and all it had to offer.

Young Voices Concert

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 10:33:27 GMT

On Wednesday 22nd January, some of Year 5 pupils travelled to the O2 Arena to take part in the Young Voices concert. The children have been rehearsing hard since October last year. The children continued to show their determination and dedication to the choir all the way through. Their hard work was rewarded and paid off when they are able to perform at the 02 in front of thousands of audience members. The pupils were swept away with the electric atmosphere at the 02, showcasing their dance moves to the best of their ability and singing at the top of their lungs. It is fair to say, everyone that attended the choir had the best time and thoroughly enjoyed the entire concert.

Pedestrian Training

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 11:57:58 GMT

On Tuesday 14th January the Reception children took part in Pedestrian Training delivered by the STARs team. The children were spilt into small groups and learnt about the different hazards on the roads as well as how to keep themselves safe when walking on the pavements and crossing roads, particularly busy ones. Once they had received their initial training, the children put into practice all they had learnt on the model road inside the school hall. We hope that by taking part in the Pedestrian Training, this will encourage more children to travel to school sustainably (walking, biking, scooting etc.) as they will feel more confident about travelling along our roads