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July 2023

  • Sports Day

    Published 19/07/23

    Hewens College achieved fantastic wins at Year 10 and 11 Sports Day last week, with a range of fantastic performances. Our sports stars made us so proud of their achievements. Well done to all who took part and we look forward to winning more sport events in future. And, most importantly, having a great time

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  • Science Museum Trip

    Published 14/07/23

    Our Year 8 and 9 students went to the Science Museum where they were able to see the wonderous developments in science that have been made in the last two decades. From industrial machinery and a mechanical calculator, to the wide applications of science in the modern world. With so much information, the day went quickly and before we knew it, it was time to head back. The trip was a fantastic experience for all students.

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  • Home Cooking

    Published 07/07/23

    Year 9 learnt important home cooking skills on how to create a treat from basic ingredients. They confidently used common pantry ingredients to make a treat. This practical gave students an insight on what they can make at home rather than buying in and the financial benefits of using what they have at home. Students adjusted the recipes and added different flavours to make tasty treats. It was a great lesson and they all enjoyed their new found cooking skills.

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  • Hillingdon’s Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) Programme Summer 2023

    Published 04/07/23

    Hillingdon’s Summer HAF programme will be delivered from Monday 31st July to Friday 25th August. Booking is open now!

    Through their programme of free healthy food and fun activities, children and young people can develop new skills, take part in creative and physical activities, learn about food and cooking, and enjoy a nutritious meal each day.

    The holiday programme, funded by the Department for Education, is open to school-aged children from reception to year 11 (inclusive) who receive benefits-related free school meals. We are also able to provide a limited number of discretionary places to vulnerable children that do not meet the Free School Meal criteria,

     

    if you would like for a child you are supporting to be considered for a HAF place, please email HAFprogramme@hillingdon.gov.uk with the child's name, date of birth, address and parent contact details.

     

    Activities this Summer include:

    • Learn to ride a bike or develop your cycling skills
    • Football, Cricket, Basketball, Taekwondo and multi-sports
    • Parent and child cookery sessions
    • Dance, drama and arts programmes
    • Multi-activity camps
    • Remote Control car racing
    • Coding activities
    • SEND activity camps
    • Specialist music and drama programmes for asylum/refugee children

     

    If you are interested, please take a look at the HAF webpage

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  • Playday 2023 is on 2nd August at Hillingdon Athletics' Track in Uxbridge.

    Published 04/07/23

    This is a free event for children and families to have fun during the summer.

    Activities will include:

    • Under 5 area (arts and crafts, sandpit, scooters and much more)
    • Punch and Judy Show
    • Mobile Library
    • Try out basketball, golf, cycling, BMX, Dance and more
    • Visit a real HGV lorry, a Fire truck and Hillingdon Youth Bus
    • Food will be available to purchase

     

    Book your free tickets at Playday 2023 | Hillingdon Theatres

    Free parking available in the field off Park Road.  This event is appropriate for children 2-10 years. See the attached flyer for more information.

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  • Support with school attendance – emotionally based school avoidance

    Published 04/07/23

    Hillingdon’s Educational Psychology Service can offer support to parents, guardians and carers whose child is experiencing difficulties in wanting to attend school. Please see the attached leaflet for more information.

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July 2023