News
Falling Leaves & Autumn Melodies
A wonderful musical morning filled the air with excitement as our Early Years and KS1 children were enthralled by a visit from musician Max McLeish, who brought the sights and sounds of autumn to life through music.
Artistic Discovery: Portraiture
Year 2 embarked on an inspiring artistic adventure this week, stepping into the world of portraiture with a visit to the National Portrait Gallery.
Year 2 Bee-Keeping Workshop
Year 2 had a fantastic time taking part in a bee-keeping workshop this week. The children were fascinated as they explored the hive, learnt about the important roles of nectar and pollen, and helped provide food for the bee colony to see them through the winter.
Year 5 Scholars Visit The National Gallery
Last week Year 5 took part in a fascinating educational visit to the distinguished National Gallery.
Instilling a Love of Reading at Thomas Jones
The National Literacy Trust’s 2026 survey highlights the importance of fostering a love of reading, with children who enjoy reading far more likely to read every day. At Thomas Jones, reading is a priority from the moment children arrive at our school.
A Bountiful Harvest - The Thomas Jones Harvest Festival
Year 2 created a joyous celebration of the season, bringing together storytelling, music and the spirit of community.
Grenfell Football Tournament
A mixed team of children represented Thomas Jones at the Grenfell Football Tournament hosted at The Westway last week.
Suitcases, Ration Books & Railway Journeys
It’s that time of year again… A frisson of excitement filled the air as our Year 5 children stepped back in time to experience what it might have felt like to be an evacuee during the Second World War.
Coming Together: Our Class Coffee Mornings
All parents and carers have or will be invited to their class-specific coffee morning over the coming weeks.
School Council Help Shape Our New Food Contract
Some of our School Council representatives played an important role in food tasting sessions on Tuesday as the school moves towards selecting a new food contractor.
A Narnian Farewell
Our Year 6 Leavers' Play, The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, was a truly memorable production and a real labour of love.
Summer Fair
Last weekend, the school hosted a summer fair in partnership with the newly formed Friends of Thomas Jones Association.
Nursery Sports Day
Although our original Sports Day was rained off, it didn't deter our Nursery children and staff from enjoying a wonderful Sports Day afternoon in school.
Curriculum Brought to Life
Connected to the Ancient Egypt topic in Year 3, the classroom was transformed into an ibw (ibu) - the sacred "Place of Purification".
Heatwave
As we concluded a very hot week, Mr Sellens and Lindsay were so impressed with the school community for the resilience, positivity and teamwork shown throughout the challenging conditions.
Key Stage Two Sports Day
Our KS2 Sports Day was a gentle and joyful affair, blessed with perfect weather and full of energy, enthusiasm and encouragement.
London Symphony Orchestra
Year One were visited by students from the Royal College of Music to complete a workshop about one of their upcoming operas.
Grenfell Remembrance
This year, Thomas Jones marked the ninth anniversary of the Grenfell Tower fire with a special assembly of remembrance.
Nature Garden Re-Vamp
The biodiversity improvements to the wildlife pond and surrounding Nature Garden are now complete, thanks the National Education Nature Park grant.
Archery, Rafting and a Disco
Year 6 immersed themselves in numerous outdoor adventure activities during their residential trip.
Exquisite Breakfast and the Magic of a Good Book!
Year 6 Scholars who remained during the school journey week went out for breakfast and selected a book from the local bookshop.
Waltham Place Farm
Year 3 and 5 have recently visited Waltham Place Farm, to learn about food production, pollinators and wildlife linked to science learning.
Holland Park Ecology Centre Trip
Last week, Reception visited the Holland Park Ecology Centre as part of their seasonal learning about spring time.
Food Growing Programme
Thanks to a joint enterprise between RBKC Ecology Service and Hammersmith Community Gardens Association, Thomas Jones have joined the fully funded School’s Food Growing Programme.
Brilliant Evocation
Year 4's class assembly was a brilliant evocation of quality. Arising from the study of the Romans, from start to finish this performance exuded joie de vivre.
Girls Football Team Reaches New Heights
The Thomas Jones girls football team are the new reigning RBKC Girls Football Champions.
Readathon
Thank you to all families that supported their child to take part in the recent Readathon fund raiser.
Eid Celebrations
On Friday, the school community celebrated Eid with a shared breakfast in class that brought everyone together in a gentle, joyful way.
Poetry Recital
This term Year Two have been writing alliterative poems about animals as part of their English curriculum. Poems include Zoe’s Zoo, Pippy’s Pet Shop and Jaden’s Jungle.
Places of Worship Class Visits
This term classes across the school have visited numerous places of worship as part of their RE learning.