Blog Author: Cait Chamberlain

Dear Parent/Carer, 

Please find attached a leaflet containing details on Summer Activities for 2023.

Wishing you all a relaxing summer, 

Little Ilford School 

The children arrived at the campsite and spent the day taking part in activities that included a boat ride and watching baby seals. The evening ended calmly around a campfire.

The children had a good night and all managed to get to sleep, today's activities will include some rock climbing…

Art Matters decided to invite primary and secondary schools in Newham to participate in a jewellery making project called 'Our Stories', using recycled materials. A number of year 9 Little Ilford School students were selected to make jewellery inspired by their experiences related to jewellery.…

There are a host of activities for young people in Newham over the summer break, most of which are free. See below for further details.

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If you are looking for ideas about what to read over your summer break, here are some suggestions from our librarian Ms Showunmi:

Years 6, 7 and 8

Years 9 & 10

These books are available on our E-Platform by clicking here.  You can request your username and…

‘Acquiring literacy is an empowering process, enabling millions to enjoy access to knowledge and information which broadens horizons, increases opportunities and creates alternatives for building a better life’
Kofi Annan

Our students have started a reading blog where they give…

What to do if your child is unwell.                                                                                                                                                                                                                 …

Recently an organisation called Create and Debate visited the school to work with our students as part of our ongoing work to address racism in our school and local community.  They came into school to work with two year 7 forms.  The workshop allowed our students to deepen their understanding of…

Art is such a great way to express yourself.  Take a look at these incredible inside-out boxes which have been created by Year 7 and and 8 students during Children's Mental Health Week.

Ayesha and Katrina, both in 8.4, Ayesha in 83, Imaan in 7.12 and Kshamya in 7.1

Here is some more…