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Joshua, one of our Year 6 children, took the initiative to reach out to the editorial team at First News with an idea for an article.
After corresponding with them and developing the piece, his article has now been published in the newspaper. We were very proud to see his work appear in print, particularly as it came about through his own motivation and enthusiasm for writing.
First News is widely recognised as the UK’s leading newspaper for young people and has a weekly readership of more than 2.6 million. It is distributed in schools across the country and aims to engage children with current affairs, journalism and critical thinking, which makes the opportunity to contribute especially exciting for a primary school pupil.
We are so proud of Joshua for already being a published journalist!
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Joshua, one of our Year 6 children, took the initiative to reach out to the editorial team at First News with an idea for an article.
After corresponding with them and developing the piece, his article has now been published in the newspaper. We were very proud to see his work appear in print, particularly as it came about through his own motivation and enthusiasm for writing.
First News is widely recognised as the UK’s leading newspaper for young people and has a weekly readership of more than 2.6 million. It is distributed in schools across the country and aims to engage children with current affairs, journalism and critical thinking, which makes the opportunity to contribute especially exciting for a primary school pupil.
We are so proud of Joshua for already being a published journalist!
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Right,...., the children are in bed, you've finally settled down on the sofa and need a good read (bearing in mind it has been World Book Day this week!).
No better place to start but by reading the latest ECS newsletter!!
Learn about:
- How ECS celebrated World Book Day 2026
- Shortlisted names for our Roly Pig (new food waste composter in the school grounds)
- ECS and individual successes on the sports fields
- Young Voices success at the O2 arena
- and so much more
Happy reading!
Esher Church School newsletter
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We had a fantastic time celebrating World Book Day this week and the school was absolutely buzzing with excitement. From the moment the doors opened, the corridors were filled with colourful costumes0 CommentsComment on Facebook
A huge thank you to all those parents/carers and staff members who gave up some of their Saturday to support the ECS Community Day.
From constructing a new Reception scooter shed, cleaning up the swimming pool area and repairing and painting the changing rooms, removing the old climbing frame (so the new one can be installed later this term), cleaning of the solar panels, to painting the staff room - and so much more.
An amazing effort from all who attended!
Thank you!
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The ECS community is second to none!
Read all about it this week in the latest ECS Newsletter - edition 176
- Our school value of Community and what it means to us
- Community Day - Saturday 7th March - sign up to support develop the school site
- Learning this week
- Sports result
- ECSA News - Happy Bags, Half Term Challenge, Claygate Flower Show, etc.
- Match Funding - have you asked your employer yet?
- Safer Internet Week
- World Book Day - book recommendations on inclusion
- Inclusive practice and the power of movement
- Parent / carer 11+ workshop
Have a great weekend. See you on Monday.
Mr Foley
Headteacher
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At ECS we know that a strong school 'community' is one of the most powerful gifts we can offer our children. When our children feel connected to the people and places around them, they grow in confide0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Match Funding – An easy way to double our school’s fundraising impact
Did you know that many employers offer match funding as part of their corporate giving programmes? This means that when a parent or carer volunteers at a fundraising event or makes a donation, their company may match the amount—sometimes even doubling it.
Match funding is one of the simplest ways to boost the money raised by our PTA. It doesn’t cost families anything extra, but it can make a huge difference to the projects and resources we’re able to provide for the children.
Companies that commonly offer match funding include banks, supermarkets, large retailers, tech firms, and many national organisations. If you’re not sure whether your employer participates, it’s always worth asking—HR departments are usually happy to help.
If you think your workplace might offer match funding, or if you’d like support with how to approach them, please get in touch with the PTA. A five‑minute conversation could unlock hundreds of pounds for our school.
Together, we can make every fundraising effort go even further for our children.
Have you checked in with your employer to see if you can get match funding for ECS and enhancing your child's education?
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A welcome from our
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Esher Church School is a well-established and highly regarded Church of England primary academy in Esher, north west Surrey. Our vision underpins our drive to provide exceptional educational experiences for all children, equipping them with knowledge, skills and understanding to thrive in an ever-changing world. We focus on developing the whole child, encouraging each one to realise their academic and personal potential while also developing a sense of responsibility for themselves and others so they can make a difference.
Esher Church School is a faith school for all, not just a church school for Christians. We are fully inclusive of different backgrounds, faiths and abilities and welcome the diversity from across Esher and surrounding areas. Everything the school does, including the staff, governors and parents and carers focuses on the best educational experience for our children through our broad, balanced and challenging curriculum. Visitors to our school always notice the caring, safe and friendly environment which is enhanced by the children’s engagement and enthusiasm for learning in classrooms, sports fields and beyond.
We are an aspirational school, where we continuously develop our curriculum and our team to keep our teaching and learning high quality and ensure all children flourish. We work in partnership with local and national schools, both in the maintained and independent sectors, to share best practice with an uncompromised focus on learning and inspiring lifelong success.
