In the half term holidays there was a devastating hurricane that hit Jamaica. Hurricane Melissa  devastated part of the island, flooding schools so they were left without resources. Cynthia, one of our cooks, asked for help. Without much persuasion, the members of the School council rallied - asking for contributions from our community of pens, pencils, books - any type of stationery.  There was a quick turnover because the van taking the donations was to leave a week later. 

As usual, Ranelagh was able to send in lots of items - as you can see by the photograph. 

The children in Year 5 have been learning about natural disasters in their topic on Mountains, Volcanoes and Earthquakes. This week they were lucky enough to have a school parent, Bishnu Pun, visit them to talk about her experience in the huge earthquake that hit Nepal in April 2025. With her extensive knowledge of Nepal’s history and culture, the children were able to get answers to their questions and hear first hand experience of living through an earthquake and its aftershock. They also learnt how children in Nepalese schools prepare for earthquakes and mitigate any foreseeable dangers. 

Our incredible Year 6 pupils brought the savannah to life in a truly unforgettable end-of-year performance of The Lion King. With powerful singing, confident acting, and vibrant energy, the children captivated the entire audience from start to finish. Their handmade masks and beautifully crafted props added an extra layer of magic and creativity to the show, showcasing not only their performance talents but also their artistic flair.

    

Parents and staff alike were blown away by the professionalism, passion, and teamwork displayed on stage. It was a triumphant celebration of all they’ve achieved, a roaring success in every way!

Throughout the academic year, the children at Ranelagh Primary School have been actively involved in developing and maintaining their edible garden. This hands-on project has provided pupils with the opportunity to connect with nature, learn about sustainable food growing, and take responsibility for the care of living things.

The gardening journey began with the children preparing the soil. They worked together to till and aerate the ground, ensuring it was ready for planting. Once the soil was prepared, they carefully planted a variety of crops, learning about the needs of each plant and how to give them the best chance of thriving.

Over the course of the year, the children demonstrated commitment and teamwork by regularly weeding the garden beds and ensuring the plants were well-watered. Their efforts helped the crops grow strong and healthy, and they took great pride in watching the fruits of their labour develop week by week.

This project has not only supported the children’s understanding of the natural world and healthy eating but has also fostered a sense of achievement and community spirit.

On 11th July 2025, children at Ranelagh gathered to watch the live stream of the Tapscott Learning Trust (TTLT) Awards—a fantastic event celebrating excellence, creativity, and dedication across our schools.

There was a real buzz of excitement as we cheered on our nominees and celebrated their achievements. We are incredibly proud of the Ranelagh pupils and staff who were recognised for their contributions:

 Outstanding Contribution to School Life
– Iqra (4M4)
– Teah (G1)

 Creativity Award
– Anastasia (6T5) – Winner for the Trust!

 Young Achiever Award
– Eloisa (G3)

 Outstanding Educational Achievement
– Tianna (5T6)
– Emlyn (G1)
– Hasan (RG8) – Winner for the Trust!

 Sport Achievement Award
– Sharmeela (6T8)

 Unsung Hero Award
– Sgt Robert Sewell

 Staff Member Who Enhances School Life Award
– Abdul Miraz

 External Provider Award
– Jeremy Fallows (Aviva Investors)

A huge Well done to all our nominees for their incredible efforts, and a special Congratulations to our Trust winners, Anastasia and Hasan, who represented Ranelagh brilliantly on this prestigious platform.

We are so proud of you all!

We were thrilled to welcome a special guest from Major League Baseball (MLB) to Ranelagh this week! Children in our Baseball Club had an unforgettable experience meeting a real MLB coach. Each child was given their very first baseball glove, and they were all smiles! The coach taught them lots of fun and useful baseball skills, like how to throw properly, how to catch the ball with a glove, and how to hit the ball with a bat. The children loved learning these new skills and had so much fun practicing with the coach. It was a fun, inspiring day, and one we’ll never forget!