<![CDATA[Hartsfield JMI School News Feed - School News]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk%2Fnews%2F%3Fpid%3D42%26amp%3Bnid%3D2 Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:55:46 GMT Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:55:46 GMT <![CDATA[ Hartsfield Hedgerow ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=296 This week, Eco-Squad have been busy planting 30 native hedgerow saplings, provided free by the Woodland Trust.

When fully grown, the hedgerow will provide a natural barrier to reduce pollution and increase biodiversity in our school grounds.

]]> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:55:46 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=296 <![CDATA[ Christmas Dinner Day ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=295 Excitement is building as dinner time approaches. Crackers and Christmas music are prepared and the Christmas dessert options are ready! 

]]> Wed, 17 Dec 2025 11:36:23 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=295 <![CDATA[ Baldock Community Fireworks Event- thank you! ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=294 Saturday 8th November 2025 saw  around 3500 attendees and 200 volunteers and helpers at Hartsfield for the Baldock Community Fireworks event. 

]]> Mon, 10 Nov 2025 09:29:20 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=294 <![CDATA[ Baldock Community Fireworks 2025 at Hartsfield ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=293  The Baldock Community Fireworks Return to Light Up the Sky at Hartsfield School 

]]> Wed, 15 Oct 2025 11:19:01 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=293 <![CDATA[ Harvest Festival ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=292 Thank you to all our families for the generous food donations received today. 

]]> Thu, 2 Oct 2025 16:22:35 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=292 <![CDATA[ What a sight! ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=291 A dramatic way to start the day! 

]]> Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:16:45 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=291 <![CDATA[ Sports Day ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=290 Sports Day is here after a week of activities. EYFS/KS1 have had a great morning with the sun shining and lots of cheering. KS2 this afternoon! 

]]> Fri, 18 Jul 2025 11:47:41 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=290 <![CDATA[ Sports Week- Drumming fun ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=289 Children across the school are taking part in Drumba sessions today and tomorrow- a combination of zumba and drumming! Great fun and part of a range of activities across our Sports Week. 

]]> Tue, 15 Jul 2025 11:35:00 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=289 <![CDATA[ Invent and Explore Outdoors Day ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=288 Children have been enjoying a range of activities today, including building a giant 'Hartsfield Home for Bugs'!

]]> Fri, 4 Jul 2025 13:08:00 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=288 <![CDATA[ EYFS Outdoor Area update ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=287 Thanks to a contribution from the Friends of Hartsfield School (FHSA), the EYFS outdoor area has been improved with some new surfacing and general updates. Some additional learning areas and resources will also be added during the summer break ready for September 2025. 

]]> Mon, 30 Jun 2025 14:41:02 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=287 <![CDATA[ Website update ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=286 After having a professional photographer in for the day, we have updated our website photos. 

]]> Wed, 14 May 2025 16:46:35 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=286 <![CDATA[ Colour Run Fun ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=285 Friday saw the field and children covered in colour. Great fun was had by all, and we were lucky with the weather.

]]> Wed, 14 May 2025 16:14:28 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=285 <![CDATA[ Easter Raffle excitement! ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=284 This morning we are drawing our Easter Egg raffle in aid of the School Council. 

]]> Fri, 4 Apr 2025 08:56:25 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=284 <![CDATA[ Batter bike fun in KS2 ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=283 The children in KS2 have been powering the supply of batter for pancakes today and yesterday. The children have loved the cycling and also consuming the pancakes in activities led by Herts Catering.  

]]> Thu, 6 Mar 2025 10:17:22 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=283 <![CDATA[ Valentine Bake off Winners ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=282 Thank you for all the entries for The Friends Valentine Bake off.

]]> Fri, 14 Feb 2025 13:56:10 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=282 <![CDATA[ Science fun with EYFS ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=281 It is the children in EYFS's turn today to have fun sessions with The Prof from Labtots. 

]]> Thu, 23 Jan 2025 10:49:06 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=281 <![CDATA[ Winter Fair Success ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=280 The numbers are in and we managed to raise over £4000 for the school on Saturday...absolutely amazing!

Thank you to all that attended our Winter Fair, donated items or bought raffle tickets. A big thank you to the FHSA team, volunteers and staff for all their hard work- both in advance and on the day.

]]> Wed, 27 Nov 2024 08:52:36 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=280 <![CDATA[ Children in Need generosity ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=279 The children have enjoyed a great non-uniform day with many choosing to wear Pudsey and Blush 'merch'! The Year 6's assembly shared information about the causes supported by Children in Need and as I write this we have raised close to £1000 as a school.

Thank you to all families who have donated to this brilliant cause. 

Anyone wishing to donate please use this link:

Hartsfield School is fundraising for BBC Children in Need

]]> Fri, 15 Nov 2024 16:21:13 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=279 <![CDATA[ Anti-bullying Week 2024 ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=278 Across the school there will be additional opportunities this week to discuss and support positive behaviour expectations and choices and prevention of bullying. Tomorrow (12th November) is Odd Socks Day to celebrate what makes us all unique.

]]> Mon, 11 Nov 2024 13:01:18 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=278 <![CDATA[ Harvest Festival Generosity ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=277 We have had Harvest Festival assemblies today for all years. Thank you to all our families for their generous donations of food items. The Letchworth & Baldock Foodbank will be thrilled to receive these to support local families. 

]]> Thu, 10 Oct 2024 14:34:50 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=277 <![CDATA[ Happy New Academic Year! ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=276 We hope everyone had a good summer. Where di those weeks go?

It has been great to see all the children back in school for what has been a positive start to the new academic year. 

]]> Wed, 4 Sep 2024 16:44:31 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=276 <![CDATA[ Eco-Schools Green Flag Award ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=275 We have received notification of this amazing award. 

]]> Tue, 23 Jul 2024 09:41:04 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=275 <![CDATA[ Platinum School Games Mark ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=274 We are thrilled and proud to announce that we have been awarded a Platinum School Games Mark.

]]> Fri, 19 Jul 2024 12:07:36 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=274 <![CDATA[ WaterAid Pipeline Challenge ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=273 Hartsfield has gone blue today with non-school uniform and all classes taking part in the WaterAid Pipeline Challenge led by the Hartsfield Eco-Squad. The sun has decided to come out too...what a bonus!  

]]> Wed, 17 Jul 2024 14:20:17 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=273 <![CDATA[ A visit from Kylie Grimes - Paralympic Gold winner ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=272 Hartsfield were lucky to have a visit from Kylie Grimes on Wednesday 3rd July as part of our sports week. Kylie is a Paralympic gold medal winner in wheelchair rugby and was a true inspiration to us all. It was fantastic to listen to her speak and then KS2 were able to ask questions.

]]> Fri, 5 Jul 2024 13:44:19 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=272 <![CDATA[ Royal Reply ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=271 The children in Year 4 received a lovely letter sent on behalf of The King this week in response to the letter they sent regarding their concerns around the River Ivel. 

]]> Fri, 14 Jun 2024 14:35:34 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=271 <![CDATA[ Sporty Day! ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=270 We are all enjoying the sunshine in sporty non-school uniform!

]]> Fri, 10 May 2024 11:14:39 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=270 <![CDATA[ Animal Fun ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=269 Safari Stu visited us on Monday and children from EYFS and Year 1 enjoyed a lovely time handling and learning about a range of animals. 

]]> Wed, 1 May 2024 14:35:38 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=269 <![CDATA[ Happy Easter ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=268 Wishing all our families a great Easter break. 

]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2024 13:32:48 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=268 <![CDATA[ Easter Raffle ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=267 Thank you so much for all your Easter egg donations. 

]]> Wed, 27 Mar 2024 07:45:52 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=267 <![CDATA[ K'Nex Challenge ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=266 Year 6 have been busy with the K'Nex Challenge today. 

]]> Fri, 15 Mar 2024 14:13:26 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=266 <![CDATA[ Great Fire of London Workshops ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=265 The children in Year 2 enjoyed great interactive workshops linked to the topic of The Great Fire of London. 

]]> Wed, 13 Mar 2024 12:09:34 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=265 <![CDATA[ Pupil Power! ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=264 KS2 children are powering 'batter bikes' today and tomorrow as part of sessions with Herts Catering. 

]]> Thu, 15 Feb 2024 10:29:03 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=264 <![CDATA[ Gallery Winners ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=263 We now have a fixed gallery space in our school entrance. 

]]> Wed, 14 Feb 2024 10:47:13 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=263 <![CDATA[ Wrap-a-Present ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=262 The children are enjoying a great day of 'retail therapy' with the FHSA volunteers. 

]]> Fri, 1 Dec 2023 13:37:45 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=262 <![CDATA[ Children in Need ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=261 Our non-school uniform day today has raised over £600 so far. Thank you.

Please go to our Children in Need 'justgiving' site to make a donation:

https://www.justgiving.com/page/hartsfield-school-1697639848330?checkoutMode=Headless

]]> Fri, 17 Nov 2023 14:24:08 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=261 <![CDATA[ Winter Fair Prep ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=260 The tree has gone up, and we are on the final preparations for the Winter Fair. We look forward to seeing families this Saturday between 12-3.  

]]> Thu, 16 Nov 2023 15:18:23 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=260 <![CDATA[ Little City at Hartsfield ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=259 Children in Reception and Year 1 have loved their Little City sessions today. 

]]> Thu, 9 Nov 2023 15:10:43 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=259 <![CDATA[ Trading Card Club ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=258 The half-termy club proved very popular today.

]]> Thu, 19 Oct 2023 14:35:51 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=258 <![CDATA[ EYFS Healthy Eating Sessions ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=257 The children in EYFS have had some fun sessions with 'Creative Chefs' this morning and enjoyed preparing and tasting a rainbow of food.

]]> Wed, 18 Oct 2023 12:14:21 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=257 <![CDATA[ Harvest Festival Donations ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=256 Thank you to all our families for their generous donations today.

]]> Fri, 6 Oct 2023 17:14:29 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=256 <![CDATA[ Egyptian Day ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=255 Year 4 are enjoying their activities today around life in Ancient Egypt.

]]> Wed, 27 Sep 2023 12:00:26 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=255 <![CDATA[ New Year - new climbing wall ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=254 The children are enjoying the new equipment that was installed over the summer holidays, along with the final section of artificial grass, at the front of the school. 

]]> Mon, 18 Sep 2023 13:19:28 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=254 <![CDATA[ 40th Anniversary Celebrations ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=253 This week we are celebrating 'Hartsfield at 40'.

]]> Thu, 13 Jul 2023 09:22:02 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=253 <![CDATA[ FHSA Camp Out Success ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=252 The Camp Out over the weekend was a great success with hundreds attending and enjoying lots of activities.

]]> Mon, 10 Jul 2023 17:50:06 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=252 <![CDATA[ EYFS/KS1 Sports Day Success ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=251 Thank you to all that attended this morning's sports day event for the younger children in the school. 

]]> Fri, 7 Jul 2023 12:07:16 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=251 <![CDATA[ Gold School Games Mark Awarded ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=250 Great news received today on the eve of Sports Day and during our Sports Week. We have been awarded a GOLD level School Games Mark for 2022/3.

]]> Thu, 6 Jul 2023 16:51:27 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=250 <![CDATA[ Sports Week ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=249 Sports Week has begun with a day of Bounce Beyond sessions with a second morning of sessions for remaining year groups tomorrow.

]]> Mon, 3 Jul 2023 18:00:08 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=249 <![CDATA[ Year 6 are on their way to PGL ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=248 Year 6 have had their lunch and are now travelling to Caythorpe Court in Lincolnshire. 

]]> Mon, 26 Jun 2023 14:12:18 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=248 <![CDATA[ Cricket success ]]> https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=247 Our Year 5 cricketers took part in inter-school competitions at Hitchin cricket club, with many other teams formed of a mix of year 5 and 6 pupils

]]> Fri, 26 May 2023 11:23:14 GMT https://www.hartsfield.herts.sch.uk/news/?pid=42&nid=2&storyid=247