Myself (Mr Wanless) and Mr Honour were so proud of the U11 boys football team who represented Parkside in today’s regional tournament at Watford FC’s training ground – The Dome.

The attitude and commitment of everyone was outstanding, they battled so hard and never gave up in any of the games they played throughout the morning.

Overall, the boys finished 3rd in their group, having won 3, lost 2 and drawn 2 but they must remember that those two games they lost the scores were only 2-1 and 1-0, so keep your heads up boys we still have lots more fixtures to take part in!

Captain’s thoughts by Barney McKoy – On Tuesday, we travelled to Watford’s training ground with confidence of winning. We played 7 games overall, winning 3, drawing 2 and losing 2. At times, it was tough but we kept going into every game with passion and confidence. I thought all of us played well and gave everything as a team, who are new to playing with each other. We eventually finished 3^rd in our group which I think was really unlucky but on the whole I am so proud of my team and it means a lot to be captain of this team in my final year at Parkside.

Children’s Mental Health Week 2024 will take place from 5–11 February 2024. This year’s theme is ‘My Voice Matters’

My Voice Matters is about empowering children and young people by providing them with the tools they need to express themselves. During Children’s Mental Health Week we want all children and young people, whoever they are, and wherever they are in the world, to be able to say – and believe – “My Voice Matters”.

From time to time children will need to leave school before the end of the school day.

In order for us to release your child we ask that you provide documentation to the school office to verify all appointments. Thank you.

A reminder to all parents about children using social apps without social maturity.

Congratulations to everyone who were awarded their wings this week for being true ambassadors of the school’s vision and mission.

Thank you children for being such a great example for others to follow. *Hot Chocolate will be on Monday with Mrs Smith.