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		<item>	<title><![CDATA[ Tandridge Learning Trust ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.hursttlt.co.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/tandridge-learning-trust</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>We are very excited to share with you that on 1 April we will be joining five other local schools to become part of Tandridge Learning Trust.</p>

<p>Tandridge Learning Trust is a strong partnership of exceptional schools committed to providing a caring and nurturing learning environment that delivers equity and excellence in education for every child. Joining an academy that shares our vision and ethos will help us make our school an even better place for future generations of children.</p>

<p>Our Headteacher, Sarah George, will join the Trust&rsquo;s Executive Board, which comprises the Chief Executive, Rebecca Plaskitt, Director of Finance &amp; Business Operations, Suresh Shan and the Headteachers of all of TLT&rsquo;s schools.&nbsp;</p>

<p>To find out more about the partnership, click&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tandridgelearningtrust.co.uk/news/?pid=61&amp;nid=1">here</a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 17:36:02 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Help us win a share of £6,000! ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.hursttlt.co.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/help-us-win-a-share-of-6000</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Please support our school and&nbsp;help us win money by taking part in simple, quick and fun activities around reducing waste.</p>

<p>Take part in quick and simple activities designed to help you reduce waste and earn points, which can be turned into prizes for our school!&nbsp;</p>

<p>It&#39;s really easy and won&#39;t take long. By taking part, you can learn how to save pennies by reducing waste, whilst helping the environment&nbsp;<em>and</em>&nbsp;our school at the same time. It&#39;s a win, win.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Each week there are new activities to take part in. To register, visit.&nbsp;It&#39;s a win, win!&nbsp;<a href="https://t.co/OYnhbZynZ4" target="_blank">https://rethinkwaste.co.uk/schools</a></p>

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	<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 18:03:16 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ New School Orchard! ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.hursttlt.co.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/new-school-orchard</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Huge thanks to our wonderful parents and children who came along to our volunteering day on Saturday.</p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 18:05:27 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Science Award for Hurst Green ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.hursttlt.co.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/science-award-for-hurst-green</link>	<description><![CDATA[<div class="content__news__intro" style="text-align:start"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span>
<p style="margin-left:0px; margin-right:0px"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>We are extremely proud to have been awarded a Primary Science Quality Mark (PSQM) for our teaching and provision of science.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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<div class="content__news__main" style="text-align:start"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span>

<p style="margin-left:0cm; margin-right:0cm"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Huge thanks to Mrs Smith, Nursery Teacher and Science Lead, for all her hard work in making this happen. We are lucky to have a wonderful team of teachers and support staff who help build children&rsquo;s attainment and aspiration in science. We are also very fortunate to have fantastic outdoor learning and science provisions here at our school, including our brilliant Forest School, wildlife pond and school chickens.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-left:0cm; margin-right:0cm"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>PSQM is a comprehensive evidence-based professional development programme that effectively develops science leadership, ensuring teachers have the knowledge, capability and support they need to transform science education and shape future generations.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>

<p style="margin-left:0cm; margin-right:0cm"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Helen Sizer, PSQM Co-Director said: &ldquo;<em>By enabling effective science leadership, PSQM is powering the potential of all children to see the relevance and importance of science in their lives, now and in the future.&nbsp;Schools that have achieved a Primary Science Quality Mark have demonstrated a significant commitment to science leadership, teaching and learning and the profile and quality of science in each accredited school is very high.&rdquo;</em></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>

<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left:0cm; margin-right:0cm"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>Primary Science Quality Marks have been awarded to 425 nursery, infant, junior, primary, middle, international and special schools this month to celebrate their commitment to excellence in science leadership, teaching and learning, and we are extremely proud to be named one of those schools.&nbsp;</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 18:07:32 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Hurst Green Hens​​​​​​​ ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.hursttlt.co.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/hurst-green-hens</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Our hens have officially been named....</p>

<p>The votes are in. Our children have chosen the names for our three adorable hens. Please meet Mabel, Hettie and Rosie. Such beautiful names!&nbsp;Our children had lots of fun coming up with name ideas which were put to a vote in this morning&rsquo;s assembly! The girls are now laying eggs each day which are being used by our Reception children in their baking and also by our kitchen.&nbsp;</p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 18:09:15 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Pond work begins!​​​​​​​ ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.hursttlt.co.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/pond-work-begins</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Our new wildlife pond is underway</p>

<p>Work on our wildlife pond started last week and our children are already loving it.&nbsp;They are so fascinated and asking lots of questions, talking about all the wildlife&nbsp;it will support and attract. Our wildlife pond will be planted with native species and include a pond dipping platform. It will be such a fantastic learning resource for current and future children. Thanks to Surrey County Council and&nbsp;Oxted Parish Council for their help in funding this exciting project. The pond is being created by&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hazelwoodlandscapes.com/">Hazelwood Landscapes</a>&nbsp;who create wildlife-friendly ponds, gardens and habitats.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 18:10:33 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Year 1 Theatre Trip​​​​​​​ ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.hursttlt.co.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/year-1-theatre-trip</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Our Navigators took the train to London to watch Let&#39;s Build!</p>

<p>Year 1 had a brilliant morning when they took the train to Wimbledon&#39;s Polka Theatre to watch the show Let&#39;s Build!&nbsp;</p>

<p>A hilarious and interactive show,&nbsp;<strong>Let&rsquo;s Build!</strong>&nbsp;embraces the magic of discovering things for the first time, where mistakes are a door to something new.</p>

<p>There was lots of laughter and smiles and the children were even treated to building their own creations at the end of the show!</p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 18:12:09 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Wildlife Pond! ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.hursttlt.co.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/wildlife-pond</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>We&#39;re getting a brand new Wildlife Pond!</p>

<p>We&rsquo;ve received funding to create a brand new school wildlife pond.&nbsp;Not only will our pond benefit the local environment, but nature provides countless opportunities for children to discover, create and problem solve, as well as STEM education. Having a school wildlife pond really is a win-win!</p>

<p>Thanks to Oxted Parish Council and Surrey County Council for supporting our project - we couldn&#39;t do it without you!</p>

<p>Work is due to start in May, so we&#39;ll keep you updated with the progress and look forward to showing you our new pond</p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 18:14:53 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Bending it like Beckham ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.hursttlt.co.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/bending-it-like-beckham</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Children take part in football&nbsp;skills session</p>

<p>What a great way to start the school week! Thanks to Raw Skills Soccer School&nbsp;for their visit today.</p>

<p>Reception, Year 1 and Year 2&nbsp;children&nbsp;had a brilliant time taking part in some fun and creative football training drills, accompanied by some very catchy music!</p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 18:32:36 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Burglar Bill visits Hurst Green ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.hursttlt.co.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/burglar-bill-visits-hurst-green</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Who&#39;s that creeping down the street?</p>

<p>Who&#39;s that climbing up the wall?</p>

<p>Who&#39;s that coming through the window?</p>

<p>Who&#39;s that....It&#39;s Burglar Bill</p>

<p>The children had lots of fun earlier this week watching The Pied Piper Theatre Company&rsquo;s production of Burglar Bill, inspired by the classic picture book by Janet and Allan Ahlberg.</p>

<p>There was lots of laughter coming from the hall as the children got to know Burglar Bill and Burglar Betty and all their antics through a brilliant set design, puppets and original songs.</p>

<p>Thanks to our brilliant HGSA for funding this visit!</p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 18:34:47 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Looking for a nursery place?​​​​​​​ ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.hursttlt.co.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/looking-for-a-nursery-place</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>We have places available in our lovely Adventurers&#39; class</p>

<p>Our nursery is staffed by a fully qualified teacher and supported by a highly experienced team. The nursery children are integrated into school life here at Hurst Green&nbsp;and have recently started their own Forest School sessions which take place in our school grounds. Our nursery runs five days a week from 9.15 to 12.15. To find out more, please contact the school office:&nbsp;<a href="javascript:mt('office','hurstgreenschool.org','Nursery%20place',')">office@hurstgreenschool.org</a></p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 18:36:24 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Harvest Festival Fun!​​​​​​​ ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.hursttlt.co.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/harvest-festival-fun</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Our children have been busy preparing for their harvest assembly this week.</p>

<p>Reception class have been very excited this week as they have been practising for their harvest festival. As well as learning new songs, they&#39;ve also been making clay and pinecone hoglets and hedgehog bread!</p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 18:38:08 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ The Little Red Hen's Bread​​​​​​​ ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.hursttlt.co.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/the-little-red-hens-bread</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>The Little Red Hen has left some bread for Reception children to toast in Forest School this afternoon... they are all very excited!</p>

<p>Our Reception children have been reading The Little Red Hen and discussing the story in class. They were very excited this morning when they found out The Little Red Hen had left them a surprise...</p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 18:41:28 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Dance Fitness and Movement ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.hursttlt.co.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/dance-fitness-and-movement</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>New dance after school club!</p>

<p>Bastet Dancing will be coming into school this term to run an after school club every Tuesday. We cannot wait!</p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 18:39:38 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Interested in being a school governor? ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.hursttlt.co.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/interested-in-being-a-school-governor</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Come to our coffee morning on Friday 30th September 2022 at 10am</p>

<p>Come and find out more about what the role entails from Mrs George and some of the current School Governors.</p>

<p>You don&rsquo;t need any special qualifications and all training is provided so if you are interested in a rewarding and interesting way of being involved in school life, please do come along.</p>

<p>There may even be biscuits&hellip;</p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 18:42:54 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Children Perform at Hurst Green ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.hursttlt.co.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/children-perform-at-hurst-green</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Drama4ALL visit&nbsp;</p>

<p>Big thanks to Perform for visiting our school this morning and treating our Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 children to a Drama4ALL workshop. They all had a brilliant time discovering their inner actors and there was lots of laughter and happy noises coming from the&nbsp;hall!&nbsp;</p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 18:44:27 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Year 1 place available!​​​​​​​ ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.hursttlt.co.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/year-1-place-available</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Looking for a Year 1 place?</p>

<p>We are pleased to say that we have a rare space available in our Year 1 class - Navigators.&nbsp;Please contact the School Office for more information on 01883 712171 or email office@hurstgreenschool.org</p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 18:47:05 GMT</pubDate>
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</item><item>	<title><![CDATA[ Open Mornings 2022/23 ]]></title>
	<link>https://www.hursttlt.co.uk/news-and-events/latest-news/open-mornings-2022-23</link>	<description><![CDATA[<p>Is your child starting school in September 2023? We&#39;d love to show your round our school.</p>

<p>We have Open Mornings on Wednesday 19th October, Wednesday 16th November and Wednesday 11th January. We will be offering tours in small groups with slots available at 9.30, 10.30 and 11.30. Please get in touch to book a place! Call 01883 712171 or email&nbsp;<a href="javascript:mt('office','hurstgreenschool.org',',')">office@hurstgreenschool.org&nbsp;</a></p>
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	<pubDate>Sat, 18 May 2024 18:45:46 GMT</pubDate>
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