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Richard Hopkins, the school's Diocesan Adviser, spoke highly of three Year 6 pupils who organised and led today's acts of collective worship at both the Infant and Junior sites. Richard, who was at the Junior site this morning to monitor the school's progress as a Church of England Voluntary Controlled School, witnessed Eden, Isla and Toby lead prayers and talk to Key Stage 2 pupils about the world's endangered species and how everyone can help to support these precious animals. Describing them as 'courageous advocates', Richard complimented the children on their presentation and organisational skills. A special thank you to Thomas from Year 4 who took the photographs.

On Tuesday 23rd May C of E took a Quad Kids squad of 32 Key Stage 2 athletes to the Feelgood Centre to take part in this year's annual event featuring schools from all over Waltham Forest. Quad Kids features four events - sprint, long distance running, vortex throwing and standing long jump.

Jake from Year 5 really enjoyed the day out of the classroom saying, "I really enjoyed sprinting. I came 2nd in my event."

Lara, also from Year 5, had a great day. "My favourite event was the long jump. I managed to leap about 1.7 metres on my second jump."

Year 4 pupils attended church today to take part in an Ascension Day service led by Father Justin. Ascension Day occurs 40 days after Easter Sunday and marks the ascension of Jesus Christ into heaven.

Our two Reception classes spent yesterday at The Hive, formerly known as Suntrap. The children spent time outside looking at mini beasts and their habitats as well as studying more exotic creatures back in the classrooms.

Year 6 pupils found themselves debating a motion to allow refugees to settle in the UK today. Year 6 Teacher Mrs Brand was very impressed with how articulate and knowledgeable the children are about topical issues. 

Melody from Pankhurst class is a keen debater having recently represented the school in a debating challenge at Bancroft’s School. She was pleased to be involved in the debating chamber again: "Although I was chosen to argue against a motion I agree with, I found the experience a challenge as I had to think on my feet. Sometimes it's good to wear someone else's shoes when arguing a point."

Jessica, also from Pankhurst class, was reluctant to take part at first saying, "I was a bit nervous to begin with as I normally don't like expressing my opinions in front of other people but once I got started I really enjoyed the experience."

Congratulations to former C of E pupil, George Murray-Jones, who helped lead Manchester City U18's team to glory when they won the Premier League National final by beating West Ham 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday 10th May.

Goal keeper George was a star of the Chingford C of E U11's team back in 2016 when the school represented Tottenham Hotspur in a Premier League school's tournament held at Goodison Park home of Everton FC. Well done, George!

As a way of celebrating Easter, children at Chingford C of E took part in an exciting competition putting their amazing D&T skills into practice. We had entries ranging from structures, mechanisms, textiles and food! It was great to see a variety of entries and it was really difficult to choose the final winners.

Well done to all the children who took part and congratulations to the winners! Have a look at some of the entries.