Dear Parents and Carers,
Welcome back!
Kate led this week’s whole school assemblies, and the topic was Respect – one of our Kilmorie Qualities. She discussed the meaning of respect and how it can mean different things to different people; it’s a combination of our behaviour towards others and how that behaviour makes them feel. Together, Kate and the children discussed and noted examples of how you can show respect and how being respected makes you feel. She went on to read the book 'Emmanuel’s Dream: The True Story of Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah'.
Emmanuel’s Dream is the inspiring true story of Emmanuel Ofosu Yeboah’s life. Emmanuel was born in Ghana with only one leg. He was dismissed by most people, but not by his mother, who taught him never to give up. As a boy, Emmanuel hopped to school more than two miles each way, learned to play football and ride a bike. He left home at thirteen to help provide for his family. He eventually became a cyclist and rode an incredible four hundred miles across Ghana. Throughout his life, he was not given the respect he deserved but at every turn, he went on to gain people’s respect anyway. Kate finished by discussing how respect can be shown in the classroom, in the playground, at home and in the community.
We all know that being with nature supports our physical and mental wellbeing and we encourage children's interest in wildlife as much as we can. Many of our children engage in our gardens, which brings me to share our delight to have recently been awarded the Best Wildlife Garden by the London Children's Flower Society. It is fantastic that our school gardens have been recognised and celebrated. Later this month some of our children will be attending the Guild Hall with Eva, our school gardener, to receive the trophy. A big thank you to everyone who has helped to make our gardens the amazing space they are, and a special thank you to Eva for ensuring nature is part of our children’s educational experience.
On Wednesday, Kate and Shona's year 2 classes visited Dulwich Picture Gallery. As part of their workshop, the children looked at a small selection of paintings in the gallery to help them get an understanding of why artists use different styles and techniques. They then experimented with a variety of materials, processes and skills to produce a very personal and vibrant framed self-portrait. The children had a lovely time:
“I liked the picture gallery because they had old paintings and they looked like real people.” Emily.
“I liked the part where we draw our favourite things in white and painted over them with beautiful watercolours, it was like magic.” Isla
Here are some photos.
Individual Portrait & Sibling Photos: photo proof-slips were sent home and a letter was sent via email, on Wednesday (1st Nov). Both the email and the proof provide information about how you can order photos and get an early bird discount (ends on 12th November). If you have not received your sibling proof-slip please pop into the school office. Many thanks
Don’t forget to check the school calendar as class assemblies start next week – Elis' class is first. Remember you can subscribe to your child/ren’s year group.
From Monday 13th – Friday 17th November is Anti-Bullying week. It will kick off with Odd Socks Day on Monday 13th November, and we are asking everyone to wear odd socks to show that day to show that it is ok to be different and to stand up against bullying and discrimination. I will remind again next week.
Have a lovely weekend.
Julie
Kobi Ugbana in year 6, this week, signed a 4 year deal with Adidas. He has become the 2nd youngest player ever to be signed at the age of 10! Please join us in celebrating this amazing achievement. We are so proud; he is an inspiration to others with not only with his sportsmanship, but also how he demonstrates each and every one of the Kilmorie qualities. 
On Thursday, during Year 5 and 6 singing assembly, Elliot from Year 5 gave a recital on the cello. Accompanied by his father on piano, he performed a very complex piece. I can say that the children were mesmerised by Elliot’s playing. Dennis was particularly impressed as he did not need any sheet music and performed the piece from memory. Well done Elliot! 
Notice period to stop instrumental lessons
