SMM SIAMS Inspection Report
Published 22/06/26
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Read MoreFAITH, FAMILY AND FELLOWSHIP FEDERATION NEWSLETTERS
Published 11/12/25We have designed the Faith, Family and Fellowship Federation Newsletter to showcase some of the initiatives and work from across our schools’ communities.
The Faith, Family and Fellowship Newsletter will be sent to all families across the Federation each term.
We hope you enjoy reading our good news and stories.
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Read MoreDeputy Mayor Visits to Celebrate Our Mental Health and Wellbeing Work
Published 23/06/26Deputy Mayor Visits St Mary Magdalene to Celebrate Our Mental Health and Wellbeing Work
We were absolutely thrilled to welcome the Deputy Mayor, Joanne McCartney, to St Mary Magdalene this week as part of the wider London initiative to strengthen mental health support for children and young people. Representatives from Anna Freud and the Mayor’s Office also joined us - and they were genuinely impressed by the confidence, maturity and warmth shown by our pupils.
During the visit, the Deputy Mayor met with our Co‑Executive Headteachers, Co‑Principals, Primary Headteacher, School Mental Health Champions, Secondary students, Mental Health Team and wider leadership team. Our pupils spoke proudly about their roles, the projects they lead, and the positive difference they are making across our school community.
One of the standout moments came when a pupil asked the Deputy Mayor, “How is your mental health?” She responded openly, sharing that she goes for walks to calm herself when feeling stressed. It was a powerful and relatable moment - and our children handled the conversation with such confidence and empathy that both visiting representatives commented on how exceptional they were.
The visit also highlighted the strength of our whole‑school approach to wellbeing. Leaders shared how we make mental health visible and accessible across the school - through wellbeing days, parent sessions, peer‑support groups, staff training and daily practices that help pupils manage stress and build resilience.
This visit forms part of a London‑wide effort to develop a model of mental health support that can be shared with schools, government and NHS partners. We are proud to contribute to this important work and excited to champion the wellbeing of all our pupils and staff.
We are incredibly proud of our children and deeply grateful to our families for your continued support. Together, we are building a strong, caring and connected school community - and we’re excited for all that lies ahead.
Mental Health Team
Read MoreNational Thank a Teacher Day
Published 09/06/26The UK-wide celebration of teaching and support staff is back. National Thank A Teacher Day will be celebrated on Wednesday 17 June 2026. We want to celebrate every single person who makes a difference to the life and education of your children: teachers, classroom assistants, office staff, lunchtime supervisors and everyone else who keeps the school running. They all deserve a thank you and recognition for what they do daily.
Please make someone’s day by sending a free e-card to a member of staff or team within the school before the day itself. It is free and only takes a moment to do and will arrive on June 17. You can send cards for free to as many staff or teams as you wish. Use the link here: https://thankateacher.co.uk/thank-a-teacher/thank-a-teacher-form/
Thank you!
Read More(UKMT) Junior Maths Challenge
Published 18/05/26On 29th April, 91 of our top mathematicians from Years 7 and 8 took part in the United Kingdom Mathematics Trust (UKMT) Junior Maths Challenge. The UKMT is a nationally recognised organisation that promotes mathematical thinking and problem-solving through a series of quizzes held across the country each year.
The Junior Maths Challenge is designed to stretch and inspire young mathematicians, encouraging students to apply logic, reasoning, and creativity to solve a range of really challenging problems. Participants compete against thousands of students nationwide, with the highest performers progressing to follow-on rounds such as the Junior Kangaroo and Junior Olympiad.
We are delighted to celebrate the achievements of our students this year. A special congratulations goes to Alexander Lachev in Year 7, who achieved an impressive Silver Award. Many other students across both Year 7 and Year 8 also earned Bronze Awards for their excellent performances.
Congratulations to everyone who took part and represented the school so well. Certificates will be distributed in the coming days.
Read MoreSpanish Trip to Madrid
Published 22/04/26Our trip to Madrid in March 2026 was truly an unforgettable experience for everyone involved. From the moment we arrived, there was a real sense of excitement and curiosity among the students, and that energy carried through the entire visit. We explored the city’s rich culture, enjoyed its beautiful sights, and took part in activities that brought learning to life in a way the classroom simply can’t. Everything ran smoothly, and it was wonderful to see how engaged and enthusiastic the students were throughout. They not only had a lot of fun, but also grew in confidence and independence. It was especially rewarding to watch them immerse themselves in a new environment, try new things, and support one another along the way. Overall, it was an amazing trip, and one that both the students and staff will remember very fondly.
Read MoreIftar Event
Published 17/03/26On Thursday 12th March 2026, Miss Haque organised an Iftar Event – Opening of Fast – for students and staff members to come together in breaking their fast. It was a lovely way of bringing our whole school community together. Thank you to all our students and staff who attended and to all our parents and staff who contributed amazing dishes. The evening was thoroughly enjoyed by all.
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Read MoreCelebrating World Book Day
Published 11/03/26World Book Day was a fantastic celebration of reading across St Mary Magdalene C of E School, with students and staff coming together to share their love of books and stories. There was a wonderful buzz around the school throughout the day as our community embraced a range of exciting reading activities.
Staff joined in the celebrations by dressing up as their favourite book characters and sharing the books and authors they love with students during lessons. It was a brilliant way to model a passion for reading and spark conversations about favourite stories and new books to try.
Our library was at the heart of the day’s activities, hosting a variety of events during break and lunchtime. Students took part in book hunts, quizzes, riddles and creative book cover design challenges, all of which proved extremely popular.
In English lessons, Key Stage 3 students enjoyed special World Book Day activities, including literature quizzes, reading games and creative writing group competitions. These sessions encouraged collaboration, imagination and, most importantly, enjoyment of reading and storytelling.
During Family Group, students had the opportunity to watch impressive performances from their peers who are taking part in the Greenwich Poetry by Heart competition. Students performed poems of their choice from memory, and it was inspiring to see such confidence, creativity and appreciation of poetry from our talented students.
Another highlight of the day was the Teacher Character Hunt. Students were given clues to work out which book characters their teachers had dressed up as, creating lots of excitement and discussion throughout the day.
To ensure every student could continue the celebration beyond the classroom, all students were given a World Book Day token. These tokens can be used at major retailers to collect a free book or to receive £1 off a book of their choice.
Overall, the day was a fantastic celebration of reading and storytelling. Events like these reflect the importance we place at St Mary Magdalene C of E School on reading for pleasure.
We look forward to continuing to promote a love of reading throughout the year and to celebrating World Book Day again next year.
Miss Asuquo and Miss Baah
Read MoreAll Years Cricket Club
Published 24/02/26All Years Cricket Club has also started the term strongly, taking place every Monday from 3:30pm– 4:30pm on site, with good levels of participation and engagement. Students are developing their batting, bowling, and fielding skills week by week, and progress has been evident across all age groups. In addition, there is extra coaching available from 3:30pm– 4:30pm with ACE, an external cricket organisation working closely with the school to further support student development.
Read MoreAll Years Padel Club
Published 24/02/26All Years Padel Club has got off to a brilliant start this term, with strong uptake across year groups and a positive buzz around sessions. Running every Tuesday from 3:30pm–4:30pm at the O2, students have been enthusiastic, focused, and keen to learn, with clear improvements already seen in racket skills, movement, and game understanding.