Coffee Morning – Understanding Assessments

Tuesday, 13th January | 9am-11am | Citizens School

At Citizens, we use clear, purposeful assessment to build confident learners and keep families informed. To support this partnership, we’re hosting a parent coffee morning to explain how assessment works.

In the session we will cover:

– Why we assess and how it informs progress

– The difference between formative and summative assessment

– How Minimum Expected Grades (MEGs) are set and used

– How to read school reports and support learning at home

Join us to gain clarity, ask questions, and leave feeling confident about your child’s learning journey.

Our Term 1 First Aid Training coffee morning for parents runs on Tuesday, 9 September 2025, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am and is led by the Citizens School nurse. The session covers basic paediatric first aid, including how to respond to common childhood injuries and when to seek medical help — practical, hands-on training over coffee.

Whether it’s treating minor injuries or responding to an emergency, having basic first aid knowledge can make a big difference! It could be at home, at school, or in the community.

As part of our ongoing effort to promote health and safety within our school community, we are hosting a First Aid Training session for parents, guardians, and adult family members  (18 years and older) to learn important life-saving skills in a supportive and practical setting. Register to be part of the session.

At Citizens, we believe a smooth transition into school life begins with confident, prepared families. To support this journey, we are hosting an engaging session designed especially for parents. This session will focus on:

• Understanding school readiness and its components.
• Learning strategies to support smooth transitions from home to school.
• Exploring evidence based SEL practices parents can apply at home and in school.
• Providing practical tools and examples parents can use to foster emotional resilience and independence in their children.

This is a valuable opportunity to gain insights, ask questions, and feel empowered as partners in your child’s learning journey. Together, we can ensure that every learner begins their Citizens experience with confidence and care.

Join us for an interactive session with mindfulness and wellbeing coach Dina Khanat.

Our Mental Wellbeing coffee morning with Dina Khanat runs on Thursday, 15 May 2025, from 8:15 am to 9:00 am and is open to all current Citizens parents. The session focuses on how to support children’s mental wellbeing at home, with practical strategies from the school’s wellbeing team and an open Q&A over coffee.

Dina will guide you through simple mindfulness tools to help you feel more present, less stressed, and better able to manage everyday challenges.

Learn how stress impacts the mind and body, and discover practical techniques to stay calm, focused, and in control.

Register now to confirm your attendance.

School of Humanity

Join our Online Coffee Morning on Tuesday, 15^th April at 9:00 am to learn all about Beyond Earth Summer Camp! 🚀

We’re thrilled to partner with School of Humanity to launch Beyond Earth – an inspiring 3-week summer programme for curious minds aged 10–12!

Discover how your child can explore how we protect our planet while unlocking the mysteries of our solar system.

Choose between TWO hands-on challenges:

• Designing Space Habitats – Build future homes on other planets
• Sustainable Cities – Reimagine the eco-friendly cities of tomorrow

📅 Summer Camp Dates: 30^th June – 17^th July
🕘 Timings: 9 AM – 12 PM (Daily)
📍 Location: Citizens School Learning Hub

Open to non-Citizens learners. Register to confirm your attendance.

Join us for a meaningful conversation on inclusion hosted by Dialla Mustapha, Vice Principal and Head of Inclusion, Wellbeing and Safeguarding. At this session, we’ll explore ways to create a more inclusive and supportive learning environment for all learners.

This session will cover:

•  The importance of inclusion in education
• Steps we are taking to improve inclusivity at Citizens
• How parents and mentors can work together to promote a sense of belonging
• Open discussion to share thoughts, experiences, and ideas

This is a great opportunity to connect, share insights, and contribute to making Citizens a place where every learner feels valued, understood, and empowered. We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us for an insightful coffee morning with Lucy Blanchard, Head of Science and PBL, as we explore how Project-Based Learning (PBL) and entrepreneurship are shaping the way learners think, create, and problem-solve at Citizens School.

This session will cover:

• How PBL develops critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration
• The role of entrepreneurship in preparing learners for the future
• Real-world projects that bring learning to life
• How parents can support and engage with their child’s PBL journey

This is a great opportunity to understand how hands-on, inquiry-driven learning helps learners develop essential skills for success. Bring your questions, ideas, and curiosity – we look forward to seeing you there!