Today is the start of World Autism Acceptance Week! We all know someone who is Autistic. How can we understand and support a friend, colleague, or relative with autism? The most helpful thing we can do is to understand what autism is and how it can...
On Friday 3rd February, we took part in the mega maths fundraising day to support the NSPCC’s services such as Speak out Stay safe and Childline. Some of us dressed up in digits and took part in maths activities and games. We raised £80! Thank...
Helen O’Grady Drama Academy visit Holmleigh On Tuesday 7th February Years 1-6 enjoyed drama workshops from the Helen O’Grady Drama Academy. Andrew, who delivered the session was great and the children thoroughly enjoyed the sessions. [gallery ids="2086,2085,2084,2083,2082,2081,2080,2079,2078"] ...
Hackney Education's Family Coaching Service continue to offer its services at Holmleigh. This term, they are focusing on behaviour and are open to all parents of SEND children, with or without an official diagnosis or EHCP! This service is part of the SEND team, aiming to...
10 October 2022 World Mental Health Day is coming up on Monday 10th October, and we will be marking the day in lots of different ways. The theme for this year’s day has been designated as ‘make mental health and wellbeing for all a global priority'. Take a...
The Zones of Regulation approach is used across the school to teach pupils to recognise their feelings/internal state and be able to use a variety of tools and strategies for regulation, prosocial skills, self-care, and overall wellness. There are no good or bad Zones. All...
21 – 27th March 2022 Dear pupils, parents and carers of Holmleigh, This year, we will be taking part in the Neurodiversity Celebration Week. Until last year, annual autism awareness week was an opportunity to raise awareness both here in the UK and internationally. However, the autistic...
It is Safer Internet Day today, however, keeping children safe is an everyday job and that includes online safety. We all know how hard it is to stay up to date with the latest trends, apps, challenges and technology. At Holmleigh school we want our...