Safer Internet Day 2021
Tuesday 9th February 2021 is Safer Internet Day. Our children and young people
Tuesday 9th February 2021 is Safer Internet Day. Our children and young people
In line with the recent Department of Education and Public Health England
We have loved receiving your messages of hope and thanks. They have put smiles on the faces of
Have you bought your raffle tickets yet? There’s still time – you can buy them until 7pm on Sunday 13th
Children and staff have had an exciting week filming the DKH Winter Production. The final production will
On Wednesday 9th December 2020, DKH Primary School hosted an amazing display of art from around
On Wednesday 9th December 2020, Year 6 were visited by Dr Will Norman, London’s first walking and cycling
Class parties will be on Wednesday, 16th December. Traditionally we would ask children to bring in something to share with their
Friday, 11th December is Christmas Jumper Day! Wear red, green or a Christmas jumper and bring in £1. All money collected on the day will go to
Do you have a few hours to help us get the allotment ready for Spring? In January we would like to start
Mr Wales and the DKH Year 6 Brass Band are delighted to announce that they will be helping us get into the festive spirit by playing a selection of
Now that we have moved into December and are creeping closer and closer to Christmas and the end of the Autumn term, our month is filling up
Here are some pictures from Year 5 challenge day with the PE Network. The children participated in 3 different games, which are illustrated below.
You can now buy your raffle tickets and be in with a chance of winning some great prizes including £100
The children in years 4, 5, and 6 completed a workshop on Monday 23rd November relating to the polution that is caused by cars idling
We would like to thank all of our generous parents and carers who have contributed an amazing £845 towards our allotment.
Applying for a Reception place September 2021 The process to start applying for Reception places is now
Well done to Years 3 to 6 who took part in the Time Tables Rockstars Rock Out England 2020. As a school we scored a jaw-dropping 285,400 points!
The DfE has confirmed that children who are eligible for Pupil Premium will qualify for food vouchers in December, April and May Half Terms.
It’s that time of year when ordinarily our attention would be turning to the Winter Fair, but for obvious reasons it won’t be happening this year.
Anti-Bullying Week at DKH took off with a Odd Socks Day – an opportunity to celebrate our differences and what makes each of us individual and
Elder Class has been getting ready for #mathsweekEngland. They have been developing their understanding of bar models and using their reasoning skills
The DKH School Council are excited to present three Anti-Bullying competitions. Watch the video to find out more. Entries in by November
16th November 2020 – 20th November 2020 The theme for Anti-Bullying Week 2020 is: United Against Bullying. Anti-Bullying Week will
Fundraising Campaign for Young Minds A BIG thank you to everyone at DKH for raising £135 for the @YoungMindsUK #HelloYellow
DKH prides itself on its diversity and inclusivity and we are committed to reflecting this in many ways. November will see the whole school
Being online is an integral part of children and young people’s lives. Social media, online games, websites and apps can be accessed through
Our parents evening will be held virtually due to current guidelines and teachers are looking forward to meeting with you. Please see attached
October Round up I cannot believe we have already come to the end of the first half term!
Today to bring our Poetry Week activities to a close, we recorded children from different year groups reciting their favourite poems for us.
On a blustery Thursday morning, Elm class were put through their navigating paces during an Orienteering Workshop.
At DKH creativity is at the heart of all we do. We value the arts and since the start of the new school year, children have participated in a wellbeing
The weather is changing and the warm days of summer are becoming distant memories. With this in mind, we ask that parents / carers please ensure
It’s OCTOBER and we can already feel the change in temperatures. Our focus on reducing the spread of Covid-19
Miss Kearns, Miss Hulse and Miss Lewis would like to say a big thank you to all the families who contributed photos for the EYFS display.
Next week starts DKH’s Poetry Week. Children will have opportunities to read, share, write and perform poems. Poems are a great way to encourage a
October begins our celebration of diversity at DKH. We will be looking at Human Creativity from around the world, culminating in a whole school
10th October is World Mental Health Day. The pandemic has negatively impacted on the mental health of many. Promoting good mental health
Dear Parent/Carer, We are delighted to inform you that we are now offering a 15hr top up service in the nursery. If your child is currently attending 15hrs
DKH has been very fortunate to have its own allotment. There is increasing evidence that contact with nature provides a wide variety of benefits for
After careful monitoring of entrance and dismissal procedures in and outside the school and listening to parent views, as of Monday,
As part of our Healthy Eating week we will be hosing virtual coffee mornings led by Bella Caria-Hall. Ms Caria-Hall has worked with children over many
This week we welcomed some special visitors to DKH. Children and staff were very pleased to meet PC Patel
New Inset Day We would like to advise you that an inset day has been added to the school calendar for MONDAY 30th NOVEMBER 2020.
Girls’ Football Girls Only Wildcats Football Sessions begin on Tuesday 22nd September at Marlborough Gardens, SE1 1SD.
We Urgently Need Your Help Our allotment in Lettsom Gardens is indeed of urgent repair. In particular, we need to replace the planters as
A message from our Executive Headteacher It’s been yet another busy week at DKH. When visiting classes this week, I observed happy
Years 1 – 3 are able to access Maths with Parents. Children and parents can watch short videos explaining a topic and then play fun games and activities
In line with DfE requirements, all visitors to the school will be required to complete a visitor’s safety agreement and wear a mask while in
Welcome back to a new term at DKH. I am very happy to be writing to you all to invite your children to embark on
Our Arts Lead, Ms Kelly-Roberts and our PSHE Lead, Mrs Tu have been collaborating and creating some exciting opportunities to further
During the summer break and following lockdown, Mrs Parker, who has been at DKH for 20 years, has retired. From mid-day supervisor to
It has been another fun-filled week at DKH. Our wonderful Mrs Omoniyi has resumed music lessons and it has been lovely to hear the corridors filled
On Friday 4th September 2020, Year 6 had a motivational talk from Adrian Tuitt who spoke to them about
This video comprises of a series of videos created at home by our Year 6 leavers demonstrating some of their amazing talents that they have
Dog Kennel Hill would like to present you all with a magnificent video entitled “Clave jam” by members of the Briaziliqn Drumming ensemble,
During the last week of term, Mr Wales (Owen) and our year six bubbles recorded these wonderful performances from our gifted and
Tree Tops Clubs will be running After School Club at DKH Primary School from September 2020, after the Summer Holidays.
In this weeks assembly, we hear a story read by our Key Stage One Assistant Head.
With only a few weeks left till the end of term we are mindful that year 6 children have not had the typical ending at DKH that we have come to
DKH Primary are hosting an Art Week beginning Monday 29th June 2020 as part of the National event “Children’s Art Week 2020”.
In this video we explain the many changes that have been put in place at DKH Primary to start a phased
Dear Parents, Carers and children of DKH Primary, Ms Hillier our Head of School has recorded an online
In this video we explain the many changes that have been put in place at DKH Primary to start a phased
In celebration of Mental Health Awareness Week 2020 and the theme of kindness, we are encouraging
The staff at Dog Kennel Hill Primary School have a special message for our school community. We wanted to let
Friday the 8th of May marks the 75th anniversary of VE Day. At 9am, The Queen will address the nation and there will be a live stream on the BBC,
Nosy Crow publishers have worked with Axel Scheffler (illustrator of The Gruffalo) to write a book which explains the Corona Virus in a
It would be really helpful to encourage your son or daughter to improve their phonics reading skills. Click here: https://new.phonicsplay.co.uk/ to
Collins are currently offering free online access to hundreds of levelled reading books. We are sorry that they are online as we know that some
“Sketchbooks!” is a short online course AccessArt has created in response to the Covid-19 outbreak. It is made up of a combination of resources on
Dear Parents/Carers, We are pleased to let you know that your child can receive a daily phonics lesson whilst
In the likelihood that we will remain in lockdown for some time we have temporarily suspended of our
For those of you who don’t know me, I am Oliver; I’ve been teaching after school chess at DKH for several years.
We had an amazing week of science last week and every class took part in a plethora of fun and scientastic activities. We took some pictures of all
In this video guide aimed at the younger viewer, we teach young children how to wash their hands
Cherry Class had an amazing trip to the world famous Horniman Museum and Gardens to find out more
On Wednesday, Hazel Class through their study of light and reflection created periscopes. The periscopes allowed us to see over objects.
In this video, we here about how it is important that you wash your hands
The Friends of DKH are proud to announce the forthcoming Disco taking place this coming Friday 13th March 2020 in the school canteen.
To ensure our children are safe we will only release them to persons aged 16 years or older. We are following the NSPCC guidance that suggests that
It was a magical day of reading and amazing book characters today at DKH Primary School as the children and staff celebrated World Book Day
World Book Day is finally here and the fun starts tomorrow morning on Thursday 5th March 2020.
Are you interested in joining the Riverhill Federation Governing Body? We need your skills and knowledge as a parent to help steer the federation’s
Congratulations to the DKH boys’ football team for winning the league! We are incredibly proud of your hard work, determination and excellent
The following advice for parents / guardians has been received from the Department for Education:- you
Do you want to win an amazing prize? DKH are excited to announce a another great maths competition with
Junior Citizenship Workshop at Old Kent Road Fire Station. Year 6 participated in the Junior Citizenship
On Tuesday, Mr Longman wondered how many laps of the football pitch he would need to run his daily mile.
Caterpillar class are learning all about dinosaurs this term! We came back to school to find our role-play corner transformed into a dinosaur den.
Over the next few weeks DKH Primary will be introducing a series of topic related knowledge organiser
After School Care Following on from our correspondence before Christmas, we would like to update parents and carers about the after school club.
Take part in Fizz Free February Could you and your family give up fizzy drinks for February? Taking part in Fizz Free February is a great way to reduce
Please join us for our Spring Term Information Evening on Thursday the 6th of February at 5:30pm in the
Once again the DKH Brazilian percussion ensemble have wowed audiences at the annual Southwark Music Services percussion festival.
Rowan class have used drama to prepare for the conclusion of their own version of “The little match girl”.
DKH Primary School is proud to announce that we are working towards our Artsmark awarded by the Arts Council.
Year 1 curated their very own Toy Museum showcasing toys from the past and present. The children were tasked with creating our very own
Year 6 had an amazing treat to bring their studies into World War 2 to a close as they had the opportunity to take part in a fun workshop,
Willow Class had an amazing trip to the world famous Horniman Museum and Gardens to find out more about
Willow and Cherry Class recently visted Lettsom Gardens as part of their Science project looking at Micro Habitats.
Here are some pictures from Sycamore’s class assembly. As you can see, it was on the Amazon Rainforest. The children discussed the effects of
Birch Class re-told the story of the Chinese New Year Story to the whole school and explained why there are twelve animals in the zodiac calendar.
Hazel Class recently had their second guitar lesson with Ms Omoniyi. Rays of light from Winter’s sun shone into the Music Room as Hazel developed their
DKH Primary School is extremely proud to announce that we are absolutely smashing the Battle of the Schools in Times Table Rockstars!
In Rowan class we are learning about gravity and air resistance. Children were given sheets of paper and had to investigate how they could
Willow Class had a fantastic day as they set off to London to visit the world famous St Paul’s Cathedral
Willow Class have been looking extremely fit as they enjoy a day of PE multi skills. The children thoroughly enjoyed the day and came back feeling
This week, Sycamore class have been looking in detail of images of the Amazon Rain Forest.
Rowan class have been very creative this week practising their drama skills. Along with Sycamore class, they have been using drama to get to know
The East Dulwich League is currently made up of Dog Kennel Hill School, Dulwich Hamlet Junior School and Heber Primary School.
This week we have been consolidating written methods of multiplication and solved multiplying 3 digit by 2 digit numbers. The children worked really
Congratulations to these children who have won our Winter Winners certificates for completing all of the
We are looking forward to seeing parents and carers join us for the Year 1 Reading Cafe this Friday 10th January 2020 in the Year 1 classrooms
Today Year 2 burnt their Tudor houses and created a mini London’s Burning in 2019. The children have been learning all about the Great Fire
Dear Parents, The video of this mornings production “The Polar Express” performed by our Year 5
Year five children were an absolute delight this morning in the dining room hall as they put on an amazing
Here are Rowan class doing some counter balance and counter tension in Gymnastics.
Hazel Class have been busy rehearsing for their performance of the play ‘The Peace Child’.
Next week will be a bumper week for Christmas shows here at DKH Primary!
Be sure to be in a very festive mood this coming Friday 13th December as DKH Primary will be hosting both
Year 6 welcomes you to their “Reading Cafe” on Friday 13th December 2019. Please feel free to go into your child’s
On Friday 6th December, a group of Year 5 and 6 children went ice skating at the Tower of London!
Caterpillar class have been learning all about space! This week we have been writing to Neil Armstrong to ask him
Earlier in 2019 our year three children took part in the Steve McQueen Tate Project.
We would like to offer a huge welcome to all of the parents and carers who joined us at DKH Primary
As you are aware, we feel strongly about promoting a love of reading, both in and out of school.
It’s December, which means a fun packed few weeks of Christmas events leading us up to the last day of term!
Join us on Friday 6th December 2019 for our amazing DKH Winter Fair! The show starts at 3:30pm through to
Dear Parent/Guardian, On Friday the 13th of December we’re inviting all pupils to take part in Save the
Do you have a Christmas Tree to help bring some festive cheer to your home this Christmas? If not, you can order
Year 4 have been reading ‘Street Child’ as part of their topic on the Victorians. They have recently read a chapter
Birch class have been very busy learning about the traditional tale of the Little Red Hen. We have learnt how
Children in Rowan class used circuits to send messages using Morse code.
Year 5 have been concentrating on their peddle power skills this week with the team from Bikeability.
DKH is now placed 7 out of 29 nearby schools. Let’s keep rocking and get to the top of the leader board!
It’s fast approaching the chance for our keystage 2 children to get their dancing shoes on as we look forward
Children in year 1 -6 enjoyed a guitar saxophone and clarinet performance on Wednesday. Congratulations to all
Beech class have had a wonderful week learning all about electrical circuits. We began by going over
On Friday 15th November, we proudly exhibited the children’s artwork completed during Black History
The children in nursery went to Lettsom Garden for their outdoor classroom experience. They found
Sadly, we will be saying goodbye to Mrs Constantina Markides on the 3rd
Hazel Class have enjoyed participating the Maths Week England 2019 daily video puzzles. The children thoroughly
We will be collecting pennies (and pounds) in the playground before and after school for Children in Need.
On Tuesday 12th November the children and staff at DKH Primary School had an odd addition to their
Throughout this week DKH Primary School will be taking part in Anti-
To celebrate and show off the work that your children have been completing during Black History
Dear KS2 parent/carer, As part of our commitment to make maths exciting and high profile in our school, we have
The bike shed is going in and your help needed now! The big dig will take place from 18th – 22nd November at
It is important that children arrive in school on time every day for a number
As you all know, the DKH Primary family is a busy bunch with a plethora of amazing fun learning activities and
DKH Primary School prides itself on delivering the very best education in all aspects of the National Curriculum
Maths Week England is 11th-16th November 2019. There are prizes to be won including trophies and pizza
We would like to offer a huge welcome to all of the parents and carers who joined us at DKH Primary open
DKH Primary School are now recruiting. We have two posts currently available, which include a
Rowan class have used drama to act out a scene in “Street Child” where Jim Jarvis takes their last shilling to buy
We have gathered pictures now from every class and collated them into one large gallery for you to enjoy!
During the last week of the first half term, the whole school took part in the “Dog Kennel Hill Great School Bake
On Friday 8th November it’s Disco Night for the lower school children! The fun starts at 5:30pm through to
On Tuesday 5th November children from years 1 – 6 will receive their annual Flu vaccination.
Year 6 have been concentrating on their peddle power skills this week with the team from Bikeability.
Today our Year 3 children will be taking part in pedestrian training where they will learn all about road
The children were very busy on the last week of term putting their culinary skills into practice for our very own
This Friday is Apple Day here at DKH Primary. DKH traditionally celebrate Apple Day once a year every Autumn
Dear Parents, As you are aware, we feel strongly about promoting a love of reading, both in and out of school.
For National Poetry Day 2019, the theme was ‘Truth’. The children looked at a poem, analysed and read it – then,
As a matter of urgency, can I ask that all parents ensure that the school has
Years 1 and 2 took part in a Road Safety Show where they learned about the Green Cross Code and how it is
Thank you very much for your kind donations to our Harvest collection. We will be arranging for Southwark
This month has truly flown by with a plethora of fun learning experiences had by all. Just to keep you in the loop
Last week, Dog Kennel Hill’s Reading Shed was officially opened! Our shed is full of new, exciting books, picture
Children and Young People’s Wellbeing Southwark Council are
I hope most parents have had the chance to meet Mr Raheem Aslam in the playground before and
As people across the world gathered today in an international movement to address climate issues, we here at
Welcome to DKH FM and our very first podcast for the term. In this edition, our year 5 news team cover a plethora
DKH Primary is proud to announce that we are now a “Music Mark” member! Music Mark is a membership
DKH are excited to announce a great maths competition with a fantastic
With a new term underway, we have a plethora of exciting new features coming to our website this month.
We welcome you all to a new term and are looking forward to getting stuck in to the many exciting events happening
Dear Parent/Carer, We are delighted to inform you that we are now offering a 15hr top up service in the nursery.
Dear Parents/Carers. I hope you have had an enjoyable summer. The children have certainly had many
Dear Parents and Carers, you should have by now received login details for
Dear Parents and Carers, First of all, a huge welcome back to a brand new term here at Dog Kennel Hill Primary
We are extremely grateful to this year’s summer fair sponsors, local
We would like to take this opportunity to offer a huge well done to all of our amazingly gifted and talented children
It is now possible to subscribe to the school’s ICS public calendar on your Apple or Android phone. More info here.
Thursday 20th June is Clean Air Day and we would like to encourage all families to come to school by sustainable travel i.e. by train, bus, walking or cycling on this day…and longer. LEAVE YOUR CARS AT HOME. Air pollution is associated with a number of adverse health impacts and can be a contributing factor…
It really was amazing to see the whole school showcasing their talents this week at our very own art exhibition. A special thanks to Ms Kelly-Marie for organising this grand show! The results were truly spectacular.
This week we have celebrated creative learning during our Arts’ Week. We were astounded by the quality of work produced by our pupils so far, from Early Years to Year 6. Classes have been working on individual projects but have also worked collaboratively on whole school projects such as OUR SUPERHERO CITY and the SUPERHERO…
Due to popular demand, we are extending STEM club to Year 3 and 6. If you have a child in Year 3-6 who would like to take part in an after school science club, please sign up at the office. The STEM club will run on Wednesday 5th June 2019 from 3.15pm – 4.15pm. The…
If you are able to run a workshop for a class or work with groups of children during that week, would you please email our Arts’ co-ordinator Ms Kelly Roberts and let her know what you are able to come and help with. Emails can be sent to school@dkh.southwark.sch.uk and in the subject line please…
Dear Parents/Carers We appreciate the information and comments you have shared with us regarding the new online payment system – Arbor. We understand that some of our parents have encountered issues while attempting to log in and pay for clubs, trips, meals etc. Our first Arbor Login Workshop to support parents become familiar with the…
Get your Fun Run sponsorship in to the office! The total is building up, we’ve already raised well over £500, can we reach £1000 to fund our fabulous new bike shed?! Bring in your sponsorship form and cash in a sealed envelope.
A few more photos from Friday the 3rd of May. Thank you to Senor Pablo for organising such a wonderful, fun and informative day.
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