The Devonshire Hill Nursery & Primary School
Weir Hall Road
London
N17 8LB
Tel: 020 8808 2053
Email: admin@devonshirehill.haringey.sch.uk
Headteacher: Julie D’Abreu
Designated Safeguarding Lead: Rachel Bates
SENDCo: Rachel Bates
Enquiries: Sylvia Chambers
Find upcoming events from the calendar below. You can also subscribe to the school calendar, so school events will show up automatically in your calendar application of choice. You will find the subscribe options at the bottom of the page.
The Multiplication Tables Check (MTC) for Year 4 children will take place from:Monday 2 June- Friday 13 June 2025Letter: www.devonshirehill.com/letter/year-4-multiplication-tables-check-2/
As part of our Summer 2 RE topic, ‘Opening Worlds’, Year 5 will be attending a school trip to Westminster Cathedral and Westminster Abbey. During their visit, the children will learn about the differences and similarities between the two denominations of the Christian faith. Letter:www.devonshirehill.com/letter/y5-y6-trip-opening-worlds/
Our Open Day Tours offers an opportunity for prospective families to come visit our school. If you have family or friends that might be interested in joining our school please encourage them to come along to meet our staff and have a tour of our fantastic facilities before the final tour of the year on Tuesday 1st July.You can book a tour on the school website: www.devonshirehill.com/about-us/admissions/
Join our information sessions to discover what the RSE Curriculum REALLY teaches! Understand why this subject is so important for all children from Nursery through to Year 6.Book a place: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSchSZkDEqiyqDbX1-5ONKnceSGOzh2NlnPZKgmH8qQ6MP08aQ/viewform
Year 5 Onyx Class will attend a special zoology themed workshop at our local IntoUniversity Centre. During their visit the children will take part in activities aimed at introducing higher education opportunities.Note children are required to wear full school uniform, including black school shoes and a waterproof coat for this event. They will also need a packed lunch.
Year 6 children will take part in a series of Haringey Shed workshops working towards their end of year performance. Haringey Shed is a local theatre and performing arts company for children and young people: www.haringeyshed.org/
Families are invited to our weekly Celebration Assemblies to help us acknowledge our successful learners. Awards will include curriculum and Anchor achievements, star awards, reading awards, attendance and the winning house. The final assembly of the term will celebrate Home Learning (week commencing Monday 23 June). Mondays: Y3, Y4, Y5, Y6 and Fridays: Y1, Y2 + R (Opal + Pearl alternating)
Year 5 Quartz Class will attend a special zoology themed workshop at our local IntoUniversity Centre. During their visit the children will take part in activities aimed at introducing higher education opportunities. Note children will be required to wear full school uniform, including black school shoes and a waterproof coat for this event. They will also need a packed lunch.
Year 6 will take part in weekly swimming lessons until the end of term. Children in Azore Class must remember to bring a swim kit to school every Friday.Letter: www.devonshirehill.com/letter/year-6-swimming-lessons/
The Phonics Screening Check for Year 1 children will take place during the week of Monday 9 June. Letter: www.devonshirehill.com/letter/year-1-phonics-screening-check-2/
The Multiplication Tables Check (MTC) for Year 4 children will take place from:Monday 2 June- Friday 13 June 2025Letter: www.devonshirehill.com/letter/year-4-multiplication-tables-check-2/
Families are invited to our weekly Celebration Assemblies to help us acknowledge our successful learners. Awards will include curriculum and Anchor achievements, star awards, reading awards, attendance and the winning house. The final assembly of the term will celebrate Home Learning.
As part of their art topic ‘Still Life’, Coral Class will be attending a school trip to the National Gallery. Children will explore the fascinating genre of still life painting with opportunities to observe famous artworks. They will focusing on aspects like composition, light, colour, and texture, fostering their artistic appreciation and observational skills.Letter: www.devonshirehill.com/letter/y3-trip-the-national-gallery-trip/
Year 6 children will attend a special workshop in preparation for the next steps in their education at Secondary School. Following their session children should feel reassured and a little more prepared for the next steps in their learning journey.
Year 6 children will attend a special workshop in preparation for the next steps in their education at Secondary School. Following their session children should feel reassured and a little more prepared for the next steps in their learning journey.
Children in Year 4 and Year 5 who participate in the Tottenham University Programme will attend a special trip to Oxford University.
Families are invited to our weekly Celebration Assemblies to help us acknowledge our successful learners. Awards will include curriculum and Anchor achievements, star awards, reading awards, attendance and the winning house. The final assembly of the term will celebrate Home Learning.
As part of their science topic ‘Animals Including Humans’, Year 2 will be attending a school trip to London Zoo. During their visit, the children will learn about different animals, their habitat and food chains. In order for this trip to go ahead we are asking for all families to contribute £9.50 towards the cost of your child’s entry ticket which retails at £24.50.Letter: www.devonshirehill.com/letter/year-2-trip-to-london-zoo-2/
Children in Nursery, Reception and Year 1 who have already had their first application of fluoride varnish will receive their second coating at school and during the school day.
This week, parents/carers are invited to join us during the relevant Olympic Sports Day for their child(ren). Children must wear full school PE Kit and bring a refillable water bottle. They must also be prepared for the weather which may include wearing a sunhat and sunscreen. We are looking forward to welcoming you!
Families are invited to our weekly Celebration Assemblies to help us acknowledge our successful learners. Awards will include curriculum and Anchor achievements, star awards, reading awards, attendance and the winning house. The final assembly of the term will celebrate Home Learning.
Nursery children will participate in their Olympic Sports Day today. There will be two sessions to accommodate both the morning and afternoon attendees. Families are invited to join us at 9.15am and/or 2pm today Children must wear their PE Kit and bring a refillable water bottle. They must also be prepared for the weather which may include wearing a sunhat and sunscreen.
Nursery and Reception children will participate in their Olympic Sports Day today. Families are invited to join us at 2pm on this day. Children must wear their PE Kit and bring a refillable water bottle. They must also be prepared for the weather which may include wearing a sunhat and sunscreen.
Our Open Day Tours offers an opportunity for prospective families to come visit our school. If you have family or friends that might be interested in joining our school please encourage them to come along to meet our staff and have a tour of our fantastic facilities before the final tour of the year on Tuesday 1st July.You can book a tour on the school website: www.devonshirehill.com/about-us/admissions/
Year 1 and Year 2 children will participate in their Olympic Sports Day today. Families are invited to join us to cheer on our young athletes. Children must wear their PE Kit and bring a refillable water bottle. They must also be prepared for the weather which may include wearing a sunhat and sunscreen.
Design a beautiful card for us to hang pride of place for visitors to see and to celebrate all of the fantastic staff in our school. Post them in our school post box and remember to include who your card is to and from: Name & Class. All families are invited to sign our electronic thank you card using the following link: www.forms.gle/yqTWRwqGEDiFhYhw7
As part of our Summer 2 RE topic, ‘Opening Worlds’, Year 6 will be attending a school trip to Westminster Cathedral and Westminster Abbey. During their visit, the children will learn about the differences and similarities between the two denominations of the Christian faith.Letter:www.devonshirehill.com/letter/y5-y6-trip-opening-worlds/
Year 5 children will participate in their Olympic Sports Day today. Families are invited to join us to cheer on our young athletes.Children must wear their PE Kit and bring a refillable water bottle. They must also be prepared for the weather which may include wearing a sunhat and sunscreen.
Year 6 children will participate in their Olympic Sports Day today. Families are invited to join us to cheer on our young athletes.Children must wear their PE Kit and bring a refillable water bottle. They must also be prepared for the weather which may include wearing a sunhat and sunscreen.
Year 3 & Year 4 children will participate in their Olympic Sports Day today. Families are invited to join us to cheer on our young athletes.Children must wear their PE Kit and bring a refillable water bottle. They must also be prepared for the weather which may include wearing a sunhat and sunscreen.
For more information about school meals visit: www.devonshirehill.com/parents/school-meals/
Reception to Year 6 will receive a Home Learning Passport for Summer 2 Term. Children must complete and bring to school at least one project by Friday 20 June. Stars will be awarded for incredible home learning efforts. A printed copy of your child’s Home Learning Passports will be sent home during the first week of term, they are also available on the school website: www.devonshirehill.com/our-learning/home-learning/Parents/Carers are invited to attend the relevant Home Learning Assembly.
Families are invited to our weekly Celebration Assemblies to help us acknowledge our successful learners. Awards will include curriculum and Anchor achievements, star awards, reading awards, attendance and the winning house. The final assembly of the term will celebrate Home Learning.
In small groups, Year 6 children will participate in a variety of activities and scenarios from the fire brigade, ambulance service, bike safe and the police. These workshops enable the children to consider how they may safely respond to difficult situations. Full school uniform and a packed lunch is required for this trip.
During World of Work Week children across the school will learn about a variety of careers in an age appropriate way. They will learn about different career options, what they involve and in some cases the relevant education/training required. From animal care, to construction, hospitality to banking and everything in between, each year group will attend a selection of exciting lessons/workshops/trips based on career specific themes.Letter: https://devonshirehill.com/letter/world-of-work-week-2025/
Nursery children will take part in a special themed workshop during learning time at school.Letter: https://devonshirehill.com/letter/world-of-work-week-2025/
Please remember to collect your good quality, unwanted clothing for our Happy School Bag Collection. The final collection date will be on MOnday 23 June by morning registration, donations can not be accepted after this date. Additional donation bags can be collected from the Main Office.
Families are invited to our weekly Celebration Assemblies to help us acknowledge our successful learners. Awards will include curriculum and Anchor achievements, star awards, reading awards, attendance and the winning house. The final assembly of the term will celebrate Home Learning.
Year 2 Sapphire Class children will be introduced to the hospitality sector. They will role play taking orders and have a chance to make their own margherita pizzas. They will be able to take their pizzas with them to have for lunch once back at school. To find out more about Lardo visit www.lardo.co.ukChildren are required to wear full school uniform, including black school shoes and a waterproof coat. They will also need a packed lunch.Letter: https://devonshirehill.com/letter/world-of-work-week-2025/
Year 2 Diamond Class children will be introduced to the hospitality sector. They will role play taking orders and have a chance to make their own margherita pizzas. They will be able to take their pizzas with them to have for lunch once back at school. To find out more about Lardo visit www.lardo.co.ukChildren are required to wear full school uniform, including black school shoes and a waterproof coat. They will also need a packed lunch.Letter: https://devonshirehill.com/letter/world-of-work-week-2025/
Year 3 children will have an opportunity to explore London’s iconic buildings and learn about architecture. To find out more about NLA visit: www.thelondoncentre.org/Children are required to wear full school uniform, including black school shoes and a waterproof coat. They will also need a packed lunch.Letter: https://devonshirehill.com/letter/world-of-work-week-2025/
Nursery children will take part in a special themed workshop during learning time at school. Letter: https://devonshirehill.com/letter/world-of-work-week-2025/
Four mathematicians from Year 5 will attend a special maths challenge at Gladesmore School. During the event they will showcase their fantastic maths skills against children from other local schools. Participating children have now been invited and must wear full school uniform on this day.
Ms Brown welcomes our parents/carers to join us for a special singing performance with Reception. The children have been practising their favourite songs, and learning some new ones for everyone to enjoy!
The fantastic Dance Diants participants from Year 5 and Year 6 will celebrate their achievements in an end of year performance at the Bernie Grant Theatre. Additionally 25 places have been made available for selected Year 4 children to attend and watch the performance during the school day. Places will be offered to Year 4 children would like to consider signing up for Dance Giants 2025/26.Year 4 spectators will receive an invitation nearer to the event. They must wear full school uniform will arrive back to school before the end of the school day.
Year 4 children will explore different career paths in the performing arts industry. We will learn about different job roles from performers to light technicians and set designers.To find out more about GSMD visit: www.gsmd.ac.uk/Children are required to wear full school uniform, including black school shoes and a waterproof coat. They will also need a packed lunch.Letter: https://devonshirehill.com/letter/world-of-work-week-2025/
Children in Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 will present their Home Learning Projects in a special Home Learning assembly. Parents/Carers are invited to attend to celebrate our successful learners.
Children in Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6 will present their Home Learning Projects in a special Home Learning assembly. Parents/Carers are invited to attend to celebrate our successful learners. Quartz Class will present their projects in class as they are attending a trip on this day.
Year 5 children will be designing their own ethical businesses and creating presentations for their visit to KPMG. We will tour the offices and present our ethical business ideas to a panel of business professionals. To find out more about KPMG visit: www.kpmg.com/uk/en/about/offices/london.htmlChildren are required to wear full school uniform, including black school shoes and a waterproof coat. They will also need a packed lunch.Letter: https://devonshirehill.com/letter/world-of-work-week-2025/
Year 5 children will be designing their own ethical businesses and creating presentations for their visit to KPMG. We will tour the offices and present our ethical business ideas to a panel of business professionals. To find out more about KPMG visit: www.kpmg.com/uk/en/about/offices/london.htmlChildren are required to wear full school uniform, including black school shoes and a waterproof coat. They will also need a packed lunch.Letter: https://devonshirehill.com/letter/world-of-work-week-2025/
Children who have been invited to take part in this year’s Headteacher’s Awards must bring their project into school on Tuesday 1 July. Projects should be taken to your classroom and must be clearly labelled with your name and class. Please note that late submissions can’t be accepted.
Today we wish the best of luck to our terrific trio who will perform at the LIT’s Got Talent Show. The performance will take place at the London Academy of Excellence Tottenham where seven other educational establishments will also perform. Watch this space!
Children in Year 5 will attend Mulberry Academy for a fun and educational day. They will take part in a mix of engaging activities, including cooking, science, and sports. Mulberry will provide a breaktime snack and a lunch. Children with allergies should bring their packed lunch to school for this trip as usual.
Our Open Day Tours offers an opportunity for prospective families to come visit our school. If you have family or friends that might be interested in joining our school please encourage them to come along to meet our staff and have a tour of our fantastic facilities before the final tour of the year on Tuesday 1st July.You can book a tour on the school website: www.devonshirehill.com/about-us/admissions/
Ms Brown welcomes our parents/carers to join us for a special singing performance with Year 1 and Year 2. The children have been practising their favourite songs, and learning some new ones for everyone to enjoy!
In order to accommodate their World of Work Trip, children in both Ammolite Class and Azore Class will swim on Thursday 3 July. Please ensure that your child has their swim kit in school for this session.
Children in Reception, Year 1, Year 2 will spend the day experiencing their new learning environment ahead of September 2025.
Nursery will be closed to all families on Friday 4 July to accommodate our Reception Open Day for prospective families starting in September 2025.All other year groups must still attend school on this day. The nursery will reopen on Monday 7 July.
Year 6 will attend a trip for World of Work Week: ‘Tech Masters’ at Ki Insurance (The Leadenhall Building), EC3V 4AB. During their visit, children will consider the importance of technology in modern life. During their visit, children will learn about which jobs involve technology and which skills are required to work with technology. Children are required to wear full school uniform, including black school shoes. A packed lunch must also be provided. Letter: https://devonshirehill.com/letter/world-of-work-week-2025/
Children in Year 5 will attend Mulberry Academy for a fun and educational day. They will take part in a mix of engaging activities, including cooking, science, and sports. Mulberry will provide a breaktime snack and a lunch. Children with allergies should bring their packed lunch to school for this trip as usual.
Congratulations to children participating in the Tottenham University programme. They will attend a special graduation ceremony at Haringey Sixth Form College and must wear full school uniform for the occasion. We look forward to welcoming our proud parents/carers. Please follow the link to the recent letter for more information.Letter: https://devonshirehill.com/letter/tottenham-university-2025-graduation/
