Thursday 17th October 2024: 9.30 – 11.00am

Tuesday 22nd October 2024: 1.15 – 2.45pm

Wednesday 6th November 2024: 9.30 – 11.00am

Monday 11th November 2024: 1.15 – 2.45pm

Wednesday 13th November 2024: 6.00 – 7.30pm

To book into one of our Open Events, please email d.champion@stpeterswaterlooville.hants.sch.uk or call 02392 262599. Please arrive for the start time of the events listed above for a presentation by the Headteacher Mr Cunningham before a guided tour of the school.

Well done to the pupils of St Peter’s who raised £349 for CAFOD during the recent Harvest Family Fast Day by coming into school in their own clothes with the theme of “Wear it bright!”.  The school was a riot of colour, and the children included in their learning plenty about how CAFOD helps the poorest and most vulnerable around the world.  Thank you to all the families of the school community who gave their support to this fundraising initiative.

Mr R Cunningham
Headteacher

The staff at St Peter’s raised over £190.00 by hosting a MacMillan coffee morning at the end of September.

Taking a break from a very intense Inset Day, colleagues joined together for some lovely treats, all served on the best china,  to donate money to a great cause that gives incredible support to all those affected by cancer. The cakes and crockery were provided by www.anenglishtearoom.com .

Mr R Cunningham
Headteacher

On Wednesday, part of the school’s EARA (equality and rights advocates) group took part in a Climate Unity Conference with other schools in Hampshire, under the guidance of Miss Sheppard. The conference was part of Hampshire’s Climate Unity Project, raising children’s awareness of global issues effecting the environment.

During the conference, the children discussed different environmental issues brought to them by Hampshire Wildlife Trust. They worked as a group to identify solutions to each issue and it was interesting to see the range of different solutions suggested by each school.

Next, they were introduced to the David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation, who ran a workshop on elephants. The children worked together using waste materials to create an enclosure to keep these animals from eating crops. Ideas the children encompassed in their models included: loud noises, fences, alternative food sources and other things to scare off the elephants.

Finally, the children had the exciting opportunity to use a program called Lyfta, where they were able to zone in on an area of Cornwall and a man carrying what looked like an Easter Island statue! After discussing their initial thoughts on what they saw, they then watched a video where the man was seen beachcombing and using what he found to make sculptures and artwork.

The conference generated lots of food for thought of how we can protect the environment locally and globally and the children look forward to actioning some of their ideas in the future.

Mr R Cunningham
Headteacher

Fr James celebrated Mass to mark the start of the new school year at St Peter’s, with 370 children from Years 1 to 6 in attendance.  Fr James based his homily upon the upcoming Year of Jubilee 2025, the theme of which as decided by Pope Francis is to be ‘Pilgrims of Hope’. 

The children were made aware that this jubilee year will be marked across the whole Church throughout the whole world, but that its presence will be felt right here in the school on a daily basis.  Seeing the vibrancy, the solidarity and the love of the school community is a source of hope that in our little corner of the world we are creating a small piece of God’s kingdom here on earth.

Fr James explained that when he visits the school, he is always filled with hope for the future when spending time with the children of St Peter’s. 

Mr R Cunningham
Headteacher

This week has seen our newest and youngest learners join St Peter’s.  Children in the Reception Year have now started attending ‘big school’.  Once our Early Years teachers had set out to visit each child at their home, the children had an opportunity to come into school for an hour at a time with a family adult for a ‘Stay and Play’ session.  Then, a series of half-day sessions begun, giving the children a chance to experience morning and afternoon routines on different days, before moving on to include staying for lunch at school.  

From Monday 16 September, 60 girls and boys will be full time at St Peter’s in the Early Years Key Stage, setting out on a big adventure for the next 7 years of education, growth, friendship and formation.  Please keep our youngest pupils and their families in your prayers this week.

Mr R Cunningham
Headteacher

We returned to school this week straight into autumn weather, with wet playtimes and puddles on the playground. The pupils in Years 1 to 6 have settled in exceptionally well, and on Friday we welcomed new children into Year R for their “Stay and Play” sessions before they settle in to half-days next week, and full time from Monday 16th September.

The new school year got off to a collective start at St Peter’s this week with pupils from Years 1 to 6 joining together on the first morning back for worship.  Even with primary-aged children, the challenges of this summer across the country could not be ignored, likewise the tragic loss of 3 girls in Southport of primary school age.  Therefore, the Beatitudes were chosen as the scripture for our worship, and rather than dwelling on the loss and violence, the focus was on inclusion, love, understanding and community, from the classroom to the playground to the wider community.  Our worship was concluded with the following prayer:

Merciful God, author and giver of peace, as we continue to pray for the families and friends of those who died and those who were injured in Southport, we remember that You have created each of us in your image, and that everyone is worthy of dignity and respect.
Heavenly Father, listen to the cry that rises from many towns in our country, from those subjected to violence and racial hatred. We pray for peace which, as your son Jesus Christ told us, is a peace which the world cannot give. We pray that closed eyes may be opened to see beyond the boundaries of race, religion, and hatred. May hearts be renewed to embrace all your children as brothers and sisters.
In your righteousness, stir the hearts of your people that, rejoicing in our diversity, we may be assured of your love, be free of all fear and strive for peace.
Amen 

Please keep the pupils, staff, families and community of St Peter’s Catholic Primary School in your prayers for the academic year ahead.

Mr R Cunningham
Headteacher

Congratulations to the pupils who won end of year awards at St Peter’s in July 2024

Pictured here with Jodie Swaine, a member of St Peter’s governing body, and Mr Cunningham, Headteacher, are …

Performer of the Year – Luke

Sportswoman of the Year – Katie

Sportsman of the Year – Zachary

Mrs Daley Reading Award – Oliver

Early Year Governors’ Award – Anne Mary

Key Stage 1 Governors’ Award – Ishitha

Key Stage 2 Governors’ Award – Frankie

Termly House Plate (St John Paul) – Hattie

Sports Day Winners (St John Paul) – Bethany

House Cup Winners (St Oscar Romero) – Maddie

Congratulations to all of these pupils, and to all the children of St Peter’s for their hard work and many achievement over the course of the school year. We give our love and best wishes to staff and pupils leaving us at the end of this term, and wish you all a restful and enjoyable summer.

Mr R Cunningham
Headteacher

Congratulations to all the pupils of Year 6 who staged an incredible performance of the Wizard of Oz this week. 

In the space of just 6 weeks they have gone from auditions through to set building and costume making, culminating in two “in-house” performances to the other year groups in the school before then staging two evening shows for parents, carers and families.  Thank you also to the incredible school staff who have worked so hard to bring this show into a highly successful event.

Mr R Cunningham
Headteacher

Well done to members of staff from St Peter’s who ran in the 5k and 10k Race for Life on Sunday 30 June in Southsea. The team raised an incredible £5,536.00 for Cancer Research UK, an amount that won St Peter’s the award of being the biggest fundraisers at the Southsea event. It’s not too late to donate if anyone wanted to boost our funds still further via the Team Fundraising Page, with enormous thanks to all our supporters who have sponsored us so far.

Thank you to Mrs Pearson for the team photos and selfies!

Mr R Cunningham
Headteacher

The month of June was rounded off with a celebration of Mass for pupils in the whole school from Years R to 6 to mark the Feast Day of Saints Peter and Paul, the former of course being the patron saint of our school. It is no mean feat to gather over 400 pupils and 50 staff to celebrate Mass in a primary school hall, but this annual event is a key part of our faith, our ethos and our community. No such celebration would be complete without a treat, so it was ice creams for all at lunch time – much needed on such a hot June day. Thank you to both Fr Jeremy and Fr James for celebrating Mass for us at school.

Mr R Cunningham
Headteacher