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      <title>St Mary's Catholic Primary School News</title>
      <description>News from the St Mary's Catholic Primary School website</description>
      <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk</link>
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      <copyright>Copyright: (C) St Mary's Catholic Primary School 2026</copyright>
      <lastBuildDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 12:18:34 GMT</lastBuildDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 15th May 2026</title>
        <description><![CDATA[God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,whose years never failand whose mercies are new each returning day:let the radiance of your Spirit renew our lives,warming our hearts and giving light to our minds;that we may pass the coming yearin joyful obedience and firm faith;through him who is the beginning and the end,your Son, Christ our Lord,who is alive and reigns with you,in the unity of the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-15th-May-2026</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Friendship</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Friendship</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 8th May 2026</title>
        <description><![CDATA[God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,whose years never failand whose mercies are new each returning day:let the radiance of your Spirit renew our lives,warming our hearts and giving light to our minds;that we may pass the coming yearin joyful obedience and firm faith;through him who is the beginning and the end,your Son, Christ our Lord,who is alive and reigns with you,in the unity of the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-8th-May-2026</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Crowning of Mary</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Crowning-of-Mary</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Helper</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Helper</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 1st May 2026</title>
        <description><![CDATA[God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,whose years never failand whose mercies are new each returning day:let the radiance of your Spirit renew our lives,warming our hearts and giving light to our minds;that we may pass the coming yearin joyful obedience and firm faith;through him who is the beginning and the end,your Son, Christ our Lord,who is alive and reigns with you,in the unity of the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-1st-May-2026</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Trust</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-wednesday-Word-Trust-29042026100825</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 24th April 2026</title>
        <description><![CDATA[God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,whose years never failand whose mercies are new each returning day:let the radiance of your Spirit renew our lives,warming our hearts and giving light to our minds;that we may pass the coming yearin joyful obedience and firm faith;through him who is the beginning and the end,your Son, Christ our Lord,who is alive and reigns with you,in the unity of the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-24th-April-2026</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Follow</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-wednesday-Word-Follow-22042026100432</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Ben Kinsella Trust Helping Our Children Stay Safe</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The weekly update this week is slightly different.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Ben-Kinsella-Trust-Helping-Our-Children-Stay-S</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Welcome back to the Summer Term 2026</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Welcome-back-to-the-Summer-Term-2026</link>
        <pubDate>Sat, 11 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 27th March 2026</title>
        <description><![CDATA[God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,whose years never failand whose mercies are new each returning day:let the radiance of your Spirit renew our lives,warming our hearts and giving light to our minds;that we may pass the coming yearin joyful obedience and firm faith;through him who is the beginning and the end,your Son, Christ our Lord,who is alive and reigns with you,in the unity of the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-27th-March-2026</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Governors&#39; Spring Newsletter 2026</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the latest newsletter from the GB. Remember we close at 2pm tomorrow.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Governors-Spring-Newsletter-2026</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Lent and Easter Special Booklet</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here is the Easter special Booklet.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Lent-Easter-Spec-25032026111635</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Parent Governor Vacancy</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Good morning Our governing board are looking for a parent elected rep to join them.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Parent-Governor-Vacancy</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 20th March 2026</title>
        <description><![CDATA[God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,whose years never failand whose mercies are new each returning day:let the radiance of your Spirit renew our lives,warming our hearts and giving light to our minds;that we may pass the coming yearin joyful obedience and firm faith;through him who is the beginning and the end,your Son, Christ our Lord,who is alive and reigns with you,in the unity of the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-20th-March-2026</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday word- Compassion</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-word-Compassion</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Healing</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Healing-11032026104507</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 6th March 2026</title>
        <description><![CDATA[God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,whose years never failand whose mercies are new each returning day:let the radiance of your Spirit renew our lives,warming our hearts and giving light to our minds;that we may pass the coming yearin joyful obedience and firm faith;through him who is the beginning and the end,your Son, Christ our Lord,who is alive and reigns with you,in the unity of the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-6th-March-2026</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>World Book Day Special Menu</title>
        <description><![CDATA[There&#39;s a special menu for World Book Day! Tomato Pasta will also be served. Choices won&#39;t change on ParentPay.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/World-Book-Day-Special-Menu</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- God&#39;s Love</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-God-s-Love</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 27th February 2026</title>
        <description><![CDATA[God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,whose years never failand whose mercies are new each returning day:let the radiance of your Spirit renew our lives,warming our hearts and giving light to our minds;that we may pass the coming yearin joyful obedience and firm faith;through him who is the beginning and the end,your Son, Christ our Lord,who is alive and reigns with you,in the unity of the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-27th-February-2026</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 13th February 2026</title>
        <description><![CDATA[God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,whose years never failand whose mercies are new each returning day:let the radiance of your Spirit renew our lives,warming our hearts and giving light to our minds;that we may pass the coming yearin joyful obedience and firm faith;through him who is the beginning and the end,your Son, Christ our Lord,who is alive and reigns with you,in the unity of the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-13th-February-2026</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Half Term Booklet</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Please enjoy the Half Term Booklet!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Half-Term-Booklet</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Papaya Parent &#39;Let&amp;#8217;s talk about our kids and their tech&#39;</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the presentation from Friday&#39;s Papaya Parent &#39;Let&#39;s talk about our kids and their tech&#39;. It&#39;s thought provoking. https://www.smi.hounslow.sch.uk/docs/letters_whole_school/PAPAYA_Parent_Talk_-_J_Powers_6_2_25.pdf]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Papaya-Parent-Let-s-talk-about-our-kids-and-their-</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Goodness</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Goodness</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 30th January 2026</title>
        <description><![CDATA[God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,whose years never failand whose mercies are new each returning day:let the radiance of your Spirit renew our lives,warming our hearts and giving light to our minds;that we may pass the coming yearin joyful obedience and firm faith;through him who is the beginning and the end,your Son, Christ our Lord,who is alive and reigns with you,in the unity of the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-30th-January-2026</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Papaya parent talk on safe technology</title>
        <description><![CDATA[There&#39;s been a lot in the news lately about the internet, apps and mobile phones and children. We will be hosting a 90-minute parent workshop led by Papaya Parent Talk at school on Friday 6th February from 9.00am in the Small Hall. Papaya talks and workshops empower parents and young people to make informed choices about smartphones, social media and screen use. Their expert-led sessions provide valuable insights and practical advice on the benefits of delaying smartphone and social media use, as well as the importance of establishing healthy technology boundaries within families. If you would like to attend, please email reply@smi.hounslow.sch.uk with &#39;Papaya Parent Talk&#39; in the subject line so we can get an idea of how many of you will be attending. We hope many of you will be able to join us for what promises to be a very informative and supportive session.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Papaya-parent-talk-on-safe-technology</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Happiness</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Happiness-28012026105250</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 23rd January 2026</title>
        <description><![CDATA[God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,whose years never failand whose mercies are new each returning day:let the radiance of your Spirit renew our lives,warming our hearts and giving light to our minds;that we may pass the coming yearin joyful obedience and firm faith;through him who is the beginning and the end,your Son, Christ our Lord,who is alive and reigns with you,in the unity of the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-23rd-January-2026</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Community</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Community</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 16th January 2026</title>
        <description><![CDATA[God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,whose years never failand whose mercies are new each returning day:let the radiance of your Spirit renew our lives,warming our hearts and giving light to our minds;that we may pass the coming yearin joyful obedience and firm faith;through him who is the beginning and the end,your Son, Christ our Lord,who is alive and reigns with you,in the unity of the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-16th-January-2026</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Witness</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Witness</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 9th January 2026 - The Baptism of the Lord</title>
        <description><![CDATA[God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,whose years never failand whose mercies are new each returning day:let the radiance of your Spirit renew our lives,warming our hearts and giving light to our minds;that we may pass the coming yearin joyful obedience and firm faith;through him who is the beginning and the end,your Son, Christ our Lord,who is alive and reigns with you,in the unity of the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-9th-January-2026-The-Baptism-of-</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- New Start</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-New-Start</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Welcome Back - Spring Term 2026</title>
        <description><![CDATA[God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,whose years never failand whose mercies are new each returning day:let the radiance of your Spirit renew our lives,warming our hearts and giving light to our minds;that we may pass the coming yearin joyful obedience and firm faith;through him who is the beginning and the end,your Son, Christ our Lord,who is alive and reigns with you,in the unity of the Holy Spirit,one God, now and for ever.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Welcome-Back-Spring-Term-2026</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Governors&#39; Autumn Term Newsletter</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s an update from the governing board.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Governors-Autumn-Term-Newsletter</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Christmas 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Christmas-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 12th December 2025 - Gaudete Sunday</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are launching a new School App!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-12th-December-2025-Gaudete-Sunda</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word Advent &amp;amp; Christmas Special 2025</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Please enjoy the Christmas Booklet Special!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Advent-Christmas-Special-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Parent School Uniform Consultation</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Thank you for your support during the school uniform trial. We&#39;ve gathered the views of the children and now we&#39;d like to gather your views by asking you to take part in this questionnaire.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Parent-School-Uniform-Consultation</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 5th December 2025 - The Second Sunday of Advent</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are launching a new School App!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-5th-December-2025-The-Second-Sun</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Preparations</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,Buying presents, decorations and planning our Christmas meal are all good ways of preparing for Christmas. But through all these preparations we do need to keep in mind the real reason for all these festivities. It&#39;s important that we spend some time preparing ourselves too. In this Sunday&#39;s Gospel, we hear John the Baptist calling the people to repent (to come back to God) and to prepare themselves for Christ&#39;s arrival.Christian &amp;amp;lsquo;repentance&#39; is a wholly positive experience when we invite God into our lives and take a grip on ourselves, changing some of our ways or even, maybe, our direction in life. So let&#39;s listen to John the Baptist and prepare our hearts well - being ready to receive and share God&#39;s love with all we meet as part of this week&#39;s Christmas PREPARATIONS.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Preparations</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 28th November 2025 - The First Sunday of Advent</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are launching a new School App!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-28th-November-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Advent</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Advent</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Mercy</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,This Sunday we celebrate the feast of Christ the King. InIn life, we all make mistakes, but we never have to bethis Sunday&#39;s Gospel, the leaders, the soldiers and theafraid to ask God for forgiveness &amp;amp;mdash; God is pure mercy.people all mock Jesus as God&#39;s Chosen One and as king.Jesus&#39; kingship is not one of military or political power, butone of love and mercy. Jesus forgave those who crucified him. He also showed mercy to the criminal who was sorryand called him to share in his kingdom &amp;amp;ndash; an offer Jesusalso makes to us today.In life, we all make mistakes, but we never have to beafraid to ask God for forgiveness &amp;amp;mdash; God is pure mercy.Each one of us receives mercy as a gift from God, andit is a gift we are called to share with others too.Enjoy a special time together this evening exploringthis Sunday&#39;s Gospel and this Wednesday&#39;s word,which is MERCY.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Mercy</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 14th November 2025</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are launching a new School App!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-14th-November-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>MacMillan Coffee morning today (12th November 2025)</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/MacMillan-Coffee-morning-today</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Faithfulness</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Faithfulness-12112025103104</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Anti-bullying Week</title>
        <description><![CDATA[This week is anti-bullying week and we&#39;ll be celebrating this across the school.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Anti-bullying-Week</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 7th November 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-7th-November-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Enthusiasm</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,Enthusiasm is one of life&#39;s most important ingredients.The word &amp;amp;lsquo;enthusiasm&#39; comes from the Greek word&amp;amp;lsquo;entheos&#39; which means &amp;amp;lsquo;God-filled&#39;. Life really is joyfulwhen we are enthusiastic about the right things.In this Sunday&#39;s Gospel, we read how the people hadactually lost sight of God by getting caught up in theirbuying and selling. Jesus&#39; enthusiastic action was aprotest that things had gone seriously wrong withhow they were relating to God; something neededto change.Right here &amp;amp;ndash; right now &amp;amp;ndash; we can begin or renewour relationship with God and be filled with freshenthusiasm for life. Enjoy your week together,and help share God&#39;s love &amp;amp;ndash; with ENTHUSIASM!Dom Henry Wansbrough]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Enthusiasm</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>A few reminders for the start of the new half term</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are all looking forward to seeing you all tomorrow for the start of the second half of the Autumn term. Here are a few reminders:]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/A-few-reminders-for-the-start-of-the-new-half-term</link>
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        <title>Harvest Festival - Thank you!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Thank you, on behalf of the Upper Room, for all of the donations to them as part of our celebration of Harvest Festival.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Harvest-Festival-Thank-you</link>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-17th-October-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <description><![CDATA[Please enjoy The Wednesday Word - Half Term- Special.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-word-Half-Term-Special</link>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-10th-October-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Thankfulness</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,This Sunday&#39;s Gospel reminds us how we can live happierlives by giving God what is due to him. But what is due toGod in our own lives&amp;amp;quest; Surely our thankfulness would be a good answer to this question.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Thankfulness</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 08 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Happy Feast Day for our Lady of the Rosary!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[October is the month of the Rosary, a special time in the Church&#39;s year when we focus on this beautiful form of prayer. To help the children learn more about the Rosary, we&#39;re taking part in the Mark 10 Mission Rosary Challenge. Each short video (around 6&amp;amp;ndash;7 minutes) explores a different mystery of the Rosary and helps the children reflect prayerfully. You are very welcome to watch the videos at home too: www.themark10mission.co.uk/rosary-challengeThis week, we are focusing on the Joyful Mysteries.We have also started our Rosary Club, which takes place just after 12:15 by Mary. Children are warmly invited to come along and bring their Rosary beads if they have them. It&#39;s a lovely opportunity for them to pray together and grow in faith.Throughout October, classes will also be learning more about the Rosary&amp;amp;mdash;how it began, what the beads represent, and how to pray it. We encourage you to talk about it at home too and perhaps pray a decade of the Rosary together as a fami]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Happy-Feast-Day-for-our-Lady-of-the-Rosary</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Harvest Festival - The Upper Room</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Harvest-Festival-The-Upper-Room</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 06 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 3rd October 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-3rd-October-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word-Faith</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,It is said that faith can &amp;amp;lsquo;move mountains&#39;. In this Sunday&#39;sGospel, Jesus reminds us of the power and the responsibilitythat comes with having faith in God.Faith and love go hand in hand. Helping our children togrow in faith, to know and love God, is one of the greatestgifts we can give them. Putting our faith in Jesus helps usto know God as our loving Father, and this changes howwe see the world &amp;amp;mdash; it can free us from anxiety, give usconfidence and inner strength, and help us keep growingin our love for one another.A family full of faith is a family full of joy. Enjoy exploringthis Sunday&#39;s Gospel and this Wednesday&#39;s word,which is FAITH.Dom Henry Wansbrough]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Faith</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Sharing</title>
        <description><![CDATA[In this Sunday&#39;s Gospel we read about poor Lazarus,suffering at the rich man&#39;s gate &amp;amp;ndash; and the rich man doesnothing to help him.It&#39;s easy for us to become so caught up in the busynessof life that we don&#39;t even notice the needs of othersor, worse still, ignore them. But Jesus repeatedlyteaches us about fairness, sharing and kindness toothers, particularly to the poor.The question of a successful life is not: &amp;amp;ldquo;How muchdid I accumulate&amp;amp;quest;&amp;amp;rdquo; but rather, &amp;amp;ldquo;How did I use whatGod had given me to help others&amp;amp;quest;&amp;amp;rdquo;So, let&#39;s not put off until tomorrow the goodthat we can do today. Enjoy your week andhelp share God&#39;s love.Dom Henry Wansbrough]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Sharing</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 19th September 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-19th-September-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The  Wednesday Word- Trustworthy</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Trustworthy</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 12th September 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-12th-September-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Self Giving</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Self-Giving-10092025102333</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Welcome back September 2025</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Welcome back to the new school year!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Welcome-back-September-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 01 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 11th July 2025 - St Benedict</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-11th-July-2025-St-Benedict</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 11 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Neighbour</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,Loving God and our neighbours is the foundation of agood life. But it is only through loving God first, that weare really able to love our neighbours as God intends.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Neighbour</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 09 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 4th July 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-4th-July-2025</link>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- God&#39;s Kingdom</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-God-s-Kingdom</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 02 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 27th June 2025 - The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-20th-June-2025-The-Most-Sacred-H</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Church</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Church</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Transition Week 30th June - 3rd July</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s an update on the class changes and on sports dayTomorrow, children in EYFS to Year 5 will find out who their new teacher is for next year. They will spend Monday to Thursday of next week in their new classroom with their new teacher to help them settle in.Drop-off and Pick-up Information for Next Week:Monday morning: Please drop your child off at their current classroom as usual.Monday afternoon onwards: Please collect your child from their new classroom.To help with this, please ask your child who their new teacher is and what their new class is called when you collect them tomorrow.All children have been involved in the process of choosing their new class groupings.Sports Day &amp;amp;ndash; Friday 4th JulyChildren currently in Year 1 to Year 6 should come to school in their PE kit and be dropped off at their current classroom. They&#39;ll be heading to Redlees for Sports Day.Please check last Friday&#39;s newsletter for full details.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Transition-Week-30th-June-3rd-July</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 20th June 2025 - The Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-20th-June-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Nourish</title>
        <description><![CDATA[This Sunday, the Church celebrates the great feast]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Nourish</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 18 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>School Pick Up Today 12th June 2025</title>
        <description><![CDATA[South Street remains closed following the incident this morning and we do not yet know when it will reopen.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/School-Pick-Up-Today-12th-June-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Holy Trinity</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,This coming Sunday, the Church celebrates the greatfeast of The Most Holy Trinity. This Feast gives usfurther insight into God&amp;amp;rsquo;s true nature, which is one oflove.Human language can never fully explain the mystery ofGod which is beyond our total understanding. However,Jesus teaches us that, although there is only oneGod, there are three Persons in God &amp;amp;ndash; the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. So we speak of God as theTrinity of three Persons. The Father loves the Son andthe Son loves the Father, and the Spirit is the lovebetween them.This love is one of the mysteries of faith and itprompts us to think more deeply about theHoly Trinity. Enjoy your week and help shareGod&amp;amp;rsquo;s love.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Holy-Trinity</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jun 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 23rd May 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-23rd-May-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 23 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Walk to School Breakfast - Thursday 23rd May</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Walk-to-School-Breakfast-Thursday-23rd-May</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Holiday Special Magazine</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here is the Holiday Special Magazine of the Wednesday Word.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Holiday-Special-Magazine</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 21 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 16th May 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-16th-May-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 16 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Love</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,Love is life&amp;amp;rsquo;s greatest blessing. St Teresa of Calcuttaonce said, &amp;amp;ldquo;Love begins at home, and it is not howmuch we do that matters &amp;amp;hellip; but how much love we put into it.&amp;amp;rdquo;]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Love</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 9th May 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-9th-May-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>VE Day 80 - 8th June 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/VE-Day-80-8th-June-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word-Life</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Life</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 2nd May 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-2nd-May-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for Easter Friday 25th April 2025</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Pope Francis RIP]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-Easter-Friday-25th-April-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Welcome back to the Summer Term 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Welcome-back-to-the-Summer-Term-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Sun, 20 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 4th April 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-4th-2025</link>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Easter Edition</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here is the Easter Edition of the Wednesday Word.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Easter-Edition</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 02 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 28th March 2025 - Laetare Sunday</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-28th-March-2025-Laetare-Sunday</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Forgiveness</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,Forgiveness is the lifeblood of any family or community.In this Sunday&amp;amp;rsquo;s Gospel the younger son insults hisfather; his inheritance is all he thinks about. To makematters worse, his reason for returning is not loveor consideration for his father, but simply his owndesperate hunger. The father doesn&amp;amp;rsquo;t even questionhis son&amp;amp;rsquo;s motives. He welcomes his son back with theopen heart and the open arms of forgiveness.The message for us is that, whatever we may havedone wrong, if we are truly sorry, we can still counton the loving forgiveness of God, who is our Father,and on the freedom that his forgiveness brings.Enjoy a special time with your child exploringthis Sunday&amp;amp;rsquo;s Gospel and this Wednesday&amp;amp;rsquo;s word,which is FORGIVENESS.Dom Henry Wansbrough]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Forgiveness</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 21st March 2025 - SMarts Week</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The weekly update this week is a celebration of SMarts week:]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-21st-March-2025-SMarts-Week</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 20 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Change</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Change</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 14th March 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-14th-March-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 14 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday word- Encouragement</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,There are times when we all need encouraging: thatis, to be inspired with courage and to have our hoperenewed, especially when we are going throughdifficult times.The snapshot of Jesus&amp;#8217; glory in this Sunday&amp;#8217;s Gospelwas an encouragement to the three disciples. For thefirst time they received a glimpse of the awesomedivinity of Jesus. But soon they would go throughdifficult times and see Jesus crucified.So beforehand, God tells them to listen to Jesusand allows them to see Jesus for who he really is.Following Jesus isn&amp;#8217;t easy: it never was. But if,like the disciples, we too listen to Jesus, we willexperience the encouragement that God offersfreely to each one of us &amp;#8211; today.Enjoy exploring this Sunday&amp;#8217;s Gospel and thisWednesday&amp;#8217;s word, which is ENCOURAGEMENT.Dom Henry Wansbrough]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-word-Encouragement</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 12 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 7th March 2025 - International Women&#39;s Day</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-7th-March-2025-International-Wom</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 07 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Lent</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,Today is Ash Wednesday, the first day of Lent. This is theday when Catholics throughout the world come togetherto celebrate Mass and receive ashes on their foreheads tomark the beginning of the Lenten Season.The season of Lent reminds us of Jesus&amp;rsquo; 40 days of fastingand prayer in the wilderness, where he grew strongerthrough resisting various temptations. In this Sunday&amp;rsquo;sGospel, the tempter makes three suggestions in an effortto divert Jesus from his true mission.Jesus rejects the temptations, one after another &amp;ndash; eachtime with a word from Scripture, which is the Word ofGod.It is part of the human condition to face temptations inlife. But the more familiar we become with the Wordof God, the more we too can be strengthened to resisttemptations and be filled with new life. Enjoy your weekand help spread God&amp;rsquo;s love, through LENT.Dom Henry Wansbrough]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Lent</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 28th February 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-28th-February-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Prayer for Pope Francis</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Prayer-for-Pope-Francis</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 14th February 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-14th-February-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 14 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Holiday Edition</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Holiday-Edition</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 12 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Safer Internet Day 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Safer-Internet-Day-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 7th February 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-7th-February-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>NSPCC Number Day - 7th Deb 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/NSPCC-Number-Day-7th-Deb-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Follow 2025</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Follow-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 31st January 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-31st-January-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Hope</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,In this Sunday&amp;rsquo;s Gospel, we read about Simeon who joyfully recognised Jesus as the &amp;lsquo;Light of the World&amp;rsquo; &amp;ndash; the one who fills our lives with hope.Hope is a virtue which can strengthen and sustain usthrough life&amp;rsquo;s greatest di?culties. Putting our hope inGod is trying to live and do our best in the presentmoment, and then trust the future to God.Simeon is a great example of someone who placedhis hope in God and was blessed by encountering Jesus, the &amp;lsquo;Light of the World&amp;rsquo;. We too can be blessed and enlightened when we do the same.As part of our celebrations for this Jubilee Yearof Hope, enjoy exploring this Sunday&amp;rsquo;s Gospeland this Wednesday&amp;rsquo;s word, which is HOPE.Dom Henry Wansbrough]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Hope-29012025120548</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 29 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 24th January 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Copy-of-Weekly-Update-for-24th-January-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word- Good News</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,In this Sunday&amp;rsquo;s Gospel we are reminded that Jesusbrings Good News to everyone.We can all at times be blinded by selfishness or jealousy,be prisoners of guilt or worry, or be oppressed bybad habits. But Jesus has come to set us free, to helpus renew our relationship with God and to enrich ourrelationships with each other.Today, our schools and parishes continue Jesus&amp;rsquo;work, sharing the Good News of the Gospel so thatpeople of the world can know God&amp;rsquo;s love for them.This Good News is for you and me &amp;ndash; Here! Now! Weneed only to be open to God&amp;rsquo;s Spirit.Enjoy exploring this Sunday&amp;rsquo;s Gospel and thisWednesday&amp;rsquo;s words, which are GOOD NEWS.Dom Henry Wansbrough]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Good-News</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Flu catch up clinic</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Hounslow Immunisation Team would like us to share information on the flu catch up clinics available. Please see attached leaflet. Thank you.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Flu-catch-up-clinic</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>TTRS Battle of the Bands Competition week of 20th January</title>
        <description><![CDATA[This message is for parents of children in Years 2 - 6. Next week we will be holding an inter school battle of the bands competition within our year groups on TTRS for Y2-6. Each class will compete with the other class in their year group to see who can get the most points. There will be a reward for the winning classes. A curfew of 8pm each evening has been set as we don&#39;t want any children staying up too late playing TTRS!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/TTRS-Battle-of-the-Bands-Competition-week-of-20th-</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 17th January 2025</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-17th-January-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 17 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Joy</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents &amp;amp; Carers,In this Sunday&amp;rsquo;s Gospel below, we read from the Gospel of John. John does not record many of Jesus&amp;rsquo; miracles, so why is this miracle of changing water into wine given so much importance&amp;quest;It is important for us to know that, although divine, Jesus was also human and enjoyed human happiness. In the Gospel, Jesus helps out the unfortunate bridegroom whose wedding celebrations are on the verge of disaster because they&amp;rsquo;re about to run out of wine. Jesus&amp;rsquo; miracle brings joy to his own mother and gives a joyful celebration to the whole village.This miracle also reminds us about the joy of heaven, which is often described as a wedding-feast to which we are all invited. Jesus came to bring joy to everyone in every age. Happiness comes and goes, but the joy that comes from close friendship with Jesus stays forever.Enjoy a very special time together this evening, hearing your child&amp;rsquo;s thoughts about this Sunday&amp;rsquo;s Gospeland this Wed]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Joy</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 10th January 2025 - The Baptism of the Lord</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-10th-January-2025-The-Baptism-of</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Baptism</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,Welcome back to school and a Happy New Year to all.In Church this Sunday we celebrate a special feast &amp;ndash; theBaptism of the Lord. The new year presents an opportunityto remember, or to discover, the blessings received atBaptism.In this Sunday&amp;rsquo;s Gospel, Jesus begins his mission to theworld when the Holy Spirit comes down upon him &amp;ndash; thesame Spirit we receive through Baptism and Confirmation.Pope Francis reminds us that, &amp;ldquo;Faith is a gift which wereceive in Baptism and which allows us to encounterGod.&amp;rdquo; Jesus came for everyone: to draw us all intohis family so that we can become more like him andjoyfully share in God&amp;rsquo;s own life.Enjoy your week and help spread God&amp;rsquo;s love.Blessings and best wishes for 2025.Dom Henry Wansbrough]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Baptism</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 08 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Welcome Back - Spring Term 2025</title>
        <description><![CDATA[&quot;God chose to act through littleness and hiddenness by]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Welcome-Back-Spring-Term-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Catholic Life Newsletter Autumn Term 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Catholic-Life-Newsletter-Autumn-Term-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 13th November - Advent 3</title>
        <description><![CDATA[&amp;ldquo;A little child shall lead them.&amp;rdquo;Isaiah 11:6]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-13th-November-Advent-3</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 13 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word Christmas Edition 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here is the Christmas edition of the Wednesday Word. We hope that you enjoy it!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Christmas-Edition-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 6th December - Advent 2</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-6th-December-Advent-2</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 06 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Preparation</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Preparation</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 04 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 29th November - Advent 1</title>
        <description><![CDATA[This Sunday you&#39;ll see the first candle on the Advent wreath lit. You may have a wreath or candles at home.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-29th-November-Advent-1</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 29 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Advent</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Advent</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 27 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 22nd November - St Cecilia</title>
        <description><![CDATA[St Cecilia&#39;s PrayerO glorious saint who chose to die instead of denying your king, we pray you please to help us as his fair praise we sing.We lift our hearts in joyous song to honour him this way.And while we sing, remembering, to sing is to double pray.At once in our hearts and in our tongueswe offer double prayer sent heavenward on winged notesto praise God dwelling there.While in our hearts and tongues we try with song to praise God twice,We ask dear saint, to help us be united close to Christ Amen]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-22nd-November-St-Cecilia</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 22 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Leader</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Leader</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 20 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 15th November 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[November the Month of the Holy Souls]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-15th-November-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Faithfulness</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Faithfulness</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 8th November 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-8th-November-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>FOSMI New Parents Drinks &amp;amp; Nibbles Evening</title>
        <description><![CDATA[FOSMI would like to invite our new Nursery &amp;amp; Reception parents together with any other parents who are new to our school community, to a &#39;Drinks &amp;amp; Nibbles&#39; evening on Thursday 14th November from 6.30-8.30pm in the Small Hall. Any existing parents would also be welcome. We look forward to seeing you!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/FOSMI-New-Parents-Drinks-Nibbles-Evening</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 08 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Gift</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Gift</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 06 Nov 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 25th October 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Half Term]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-25th-October-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 18th October 2024 - St Luke</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Saint Luke is the patron saint of artists. According to legend, Luke painted several portraits of the Virgin Mary and Christ. While there is no definitive historical evidence of his artistic work, this tradition endured throughout the Middle Ages and beyond, and Luke became closely linked with the practice of sacred art. The icon of Mary in the church of St Mary Major is attributed to him.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-18th-October-2024-St-Luke</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here is a Half Term Special Edition of The Wednesday Word.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 16 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Headlice (nits)</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We have some incidents of HEADLICE across the school. Headlice (nits) spread by walking from head to head.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Headlice-nits</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 11th October 2024 - Pope Saint John XXIII</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-11th-October-2024-Pope-Saint-Joh</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Happiness</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Happiness</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 09 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Harvest Festival 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Today we launched our Harvest Festival Appeal for the Upper Room. The Upper Room are asking for a variety of donations so they can support London&amp;rsquo;s most vulnerable and homeless. We are asking children to gather up as many donations (see the attached for suggestions) as they can by Friday 18th October.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Harvest-Festival-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 07 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 4th October - St Francis of Assisi</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-4th-October-St-Francis-of-Assisi</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Openness</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Openness</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 02 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>School Census Day - Thursday 3rd Oct 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[School Census Day: Why School Lunch Matters.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/School-Census-Day-Thursday-3rd-Oct-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Pre-Loved Uniform Events</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We will be holding a selection of Pre-Loved Uniform Events between now and half term which will take place on the following dates:-]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Pre-Loved-Uniform-Events</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 27th September 2024 - St Vincent De Paul</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Saint Vincent de Paul, beloved servant of the poor, may we follow your example and do good works among those whom society has abandoned, enslaved, or forgotten. Inspire us to feed the hungry, to love a child, to provide comfort and medicine to the sick, to clothe those who are threadbare, and to offer hope and our Lord&amp;rsquo;s words to all who need respite. Pray for us that we may commit ourselves selflessly to doing the same charitable acts that you did all your life, and intercede for us that we may have the favour of his guidance and strength and love upon this important and meaningful work. Amen.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-27th-September-2024-St-Vincent-D</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 26 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word 25/09/2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-25-09-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 25 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 20th September 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Our Lady of Walsingham]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-20th-September-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 20 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Parent Elected Governor</title>
        <description><![CDATA[There is a vacancy for a parent elected governor on the governing board. For more information click here.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Parent-Elected-Governor</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Autumn Term Curriculum Maps</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Our termly curriculum maps tell you what the children are learning week by week. Use them in conjunction with the Learning at Home activities.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Autumn-Term-Curriculum-Maps</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 16 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Learning At Home - update</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Each day&amp;rsquo;s learning in school is reflected in the Learning at Home activities and everyone should do these.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Learning-At-Home-update</link>
        <pubDate>Sun, 15 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for Friday 13th September - The Exaltation of the Cross</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We adore You, O Christ, and we praise You, because by Your holy cross, You have redeemed the world.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-Friday-13th-September-The-Exalta</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 13 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Autumn Term Class Newsletters</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Our term class newsletters give you lots of information about what&#39;s happening in each year group each term.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Autumn-Term-Class-Newsletters</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 11 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Learning At Home</title>
        <description><![CDATA[LAH for this week is online! You can find it via this link:]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Learning-At-Home</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 09 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 6th September 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Starting the Year with Mary]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-6th-September-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 06 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>PE kit days from next week</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Your child will need to come into PE kit on these days (please make sure this is correct PE kit - we do not allow football kits. To see the PE kit list click here:]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/PE-kit-days-from-next-week</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 05 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>School Games Award 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/School-Games-Award-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 04 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Y1-6 Friday PE starts this week</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Children in Y1 to Y6 need to come into school in PE every Friday starting this week. Please make sure they are in the correct kit:]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Y1-6-Friday-PE-starts-this-week</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Welcome back September 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Welcome-back-September-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Sun, 01 Sep 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Update for the End of the School Year 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[As we come to the end of a fantastic academic year, we want to take a moment to celebrate the numerous events and activities that have brought our community together and enriched the learning experiences of our children.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/End-of-Year-message-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Y1-6 Sports Day 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Thanks again everyone for Sports day!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Y1-6-Sports-Day-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Our Wonderful Y6 Leavers!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Our Faithful Father,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Our-wonderful-Y6-Leavers</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - 17/07/24</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here is a summer holiday bumper edition of The Wednesday Word. We hope you enjoy it!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-17-07-24</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 12th July and SMI TV! Summer 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-12th-July-and-SMI-TV-Summer-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Listening</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Listening</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>End of Year Reports 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Your child will bring their end of year report home with them tomorrow (Thursday 11th July) instead of Friday due to Y1-6 Sports Day taking place on Friday 12th at Redlees Park.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/End-of-Year-Reports-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 5th July 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-5th-July-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 05 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>CHANGE OF DATE Year 1-6 Sports Day at Redlees Park</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Due to the forecast rain tomorrow Y1-6 Sports Day will move to Friday 12th July. We will run the same timetable as we had planned for tomorrow.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/CHANGE-OF-DATE-Year-1-6-Sports-Day-at-Redlees-Park</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 04 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Welcome</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Welcome-03-07-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Y1-6 Sports Day update</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s an update on the Y1-6 sports day. We do have a second (alternative day) booking for the park which is Friday 12th July so if it&#39;s raining or the grass is wet on 5th we will move to the 12th. If it&#39;s raining or the grass is wet on the 12th we will hold the event in the playground. If you&#39;ve said that you can help on the 5th and can&#39;t make the 12th please let us know ASAP. If you can help on 12th please email reply@smi.hounslow.sch.uk with &#39;Y1-6 Sports Day 12/7/24&#39; in the subject line.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Y1-6-Sports-Day-update-03072024160146</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 03 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Art Gallery</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The art gallery will be open this afternoon after school on Wednesday before school and on Thursday and Friday before and after school.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Art-Gallery</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Y1-6 Sports Day 5th July 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are continuing to have an eye on the weather for Friday&#39;s sports day - https://www.bbc.co.uk/weather/tw7. Unfortunately we can&#39;t use Redlees Park if the grass is wet and we will have to transfer the events to the playground. If we do move to the playground the events will be staggered to avoid playtimes and lunchtimes and we will not be able to invite parents in. We will update via this app later in the week.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Y1-6-Sports-Day-5th-July-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 28th June 2024</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-27th-June-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 27 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Faith 26/06/2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Faith-26-06-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 26 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 21st June 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Holy Year 2025]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-21st-June-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 21 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Calm</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Calm</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 19 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Classes for 2024-2025</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Tomorrow we welcome new nursery and reception parents for an evening meeting. In two weeks time children in nursery-Y5 will meet their new teachers.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Classes-for-2024-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 17 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 14th June 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-14th-June-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 14 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - God&#39;s Kingdom 12/06/24</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-God-s-Kingdom-12-06-24</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 7th June 2024 - The Sacred Heart of Jesus</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place all my trust in you!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-7th-June-2024-The-Sacred-Heart-o</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Book Fair This Week</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The Book Fair will start tomorrow, with hundreds of new children&amp;rsquo;s books to browse and buy. With lots of great titles from you and your child to choose from, there is sure to be a book for everyone.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Book-Fair-This-Week</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 24th May 2024 - The Holy Trinity</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Glory be the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be. World without end. Amen.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-24th-May-2024-The-Holy-Trinity</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>SMI Celebration of Diversity Week</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Thursday 6th June:]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/SMI-Celebration-of-Diversity-Week</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 23 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Bumper Edition - 22/05/2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here is a holiday half term edition. We hope you enjoy it!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Bumper-Edition-22-05-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 22 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Active Travel &amp; Environment Competition</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We have been invited by the London Borough of Hounslow to take part in this year&amp;rsquo;s Active Travel Art Competition. The theme is &amp;lsquo;Active Travel and Environment&amp;rsquo; - The impact of walking, cycling, or scooting on your health, the environment, preserving nature and wildlife, and/or reducing pollution.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Active-Travel-Environment-Competition</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update for 17th May 2024- Pentecost</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Come, Holy Spirit, fill the hearts of your faithful and kindle in them the fire of your love.Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created.And you shalt renew the face of the earth.O God, Who did instruct the hearts of your faithful by the light of the Holy Spirit,grant us in the same Spirit to be truly wise, and ever to rejoice in His consolation.Through Christ, our Lord.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-for-17th-May-2024-Pentecost</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Pentecost</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Pentecost</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 15 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update 10th May 2024 - The Ascension of the Lord</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Risen, ascended Lord, you came down to lift us up]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Ascension-of-the-Lord</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Family Matters workshop: Dealing with Housing issues</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Family Matters Hounslow invites Hounslow families who have children with additional needs or disabilities to join us at this informative workshop: Dealing with Housing issues - with Foster &amp;amp; Foster Solicitors.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Family-Matters-workshop-Dealing-with-Housing-issue</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 09 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Care - 08/05/2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,In this Sunday&#39;s Gospel, Jesus is praying with his disciples after the last supper. Very soon, Jesus will be arrested. So before leaving them he is preparing his disciples for the difficult time to come. Jesus has cared for his followers and now he is asking God to care for them.Jesus wants us to be united with one another and with God. We show that we are united and part of God&#39;s family when we care for each other - living and working in unity.Pope Francis reminds us, &quot;It is Jesus himself who continues to care for his Church. Small gestures of tenderness and care, make people feel that the Lord is with us.&quot;Enjoy a special time together this evening hearing your child&#39;s thoughts about this Sunday&#39;s Gospel and this Wednesday&#39;s word, which is CARE.Dom Henry Wansbrough]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Care-08-05-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 3rd May 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The English Martyrs]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-3rd-May-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - 1st May 2024 - Love</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,God is love and all love comes from God. When we invite Jesus, as a loving friend, into our family life then love grows and life becomes more joyful. In this Sunday&amp;rsquo;s Gospel, Jesus entrusts his friends, the disciples, with his message of unconditional love, and asks them to carry it to the whole world - not just in their words but also in their actions.Love is life&amp;rsquo;s greatest blessing and Jesus&amp;rsquo; message is for us too. By loving as Jesus loves, we too become his friends and we experience the harmony and peace which comes from following his command &amp;ndash; to love. Enjoy a very special time this evening, hearing your child&amp;rsquo;s thoughts about this Sunday&amp;rsquo;s Gospel and this Wednesday&amp;rsquo;s word, which is LOVE.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-1st-May-2024-Love</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 26th April 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Achievement Awards Assembly]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-26th-April-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 26 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Growing - 24/11/24</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Growing-24-11-24</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 24 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Religious Education Newsletter and Mass timetable</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s an update on Religious Education for you and the Mass timetable too. Please come to mass with your child on Thursday mornings if you&#39;re able.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Religious-Education-Newsletter-and-Mass-timetable</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 19th April 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Regina Caeli]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-19th-April-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 19 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Trust</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,This Sunday is traditionally known as &#39;Good Shepherd Sunday&#39;. Jesus is the &quot;Good Shepherd&#39; who can be trusted to guide our lives in the right direction.Part of a shepherd&#39;s job is to look after the sheep, to guide them and help them to stay safe. In the Gospel below, Jesus encourages his disciples to put their trust in him; it is through trusting in Jesus that they will find security and hope.There can be many things that trouble our heart, but following and trusting in Jesus leads us on life&#39;s right and joyful path, freeing us from fears and worries.Enjoy a special time this evening, hearing your child&#39;s thoughts about this Sunday&#39;s Gospel and this Wednesday&#39;s word, which is TRUST.Dom Henry Wansbrough]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Trust</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 17 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Summer Term 2024 Welcome Back</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are looking forward to seeing you all in the morning for the start of the summer term. We hope that you had a very Happy Easter and a good break over the holidays. Keep checking the school calendar to see the events planned for this term: https://www.smi.hounslow.sch.uk/Calendar/.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Summer-Term-2024-Welcome-Back</link>
        <pubDate>Sun, 14 Apr 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Summer Term Clubs 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Please see attached for after-school clubs next term:]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Summer-Term-Clubs-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 28 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>SMI TV! World Book Day</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We adore you, O Christ, and we bless you. Because by your holy cross you have redeemed the world.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/SMI-TV-World-Book-Day</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Pre-loved Uniform events this week</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We would like to run a couple of pre-loved uniform events before the end of term. Remember we switch to summer uniform after the hols and that we&#39;ve running a uniform trial too. If you can help please email &#39;Pre-loved Uniform&#39; to reply@smi.hounslow.sch.uk. Thank you.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Pre-loved-Uniform-events-this-week</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 25 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 22nd March 2024 - Palm Sunday</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Jesus, you know what it&#39;s liketo feel abandonedlost and afraid.Walk with us]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-22nd-March-2024-Palm-Sunday</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Lent &amp; Easter Edition</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Lent-Easter-Edition</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 20 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 15th March 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[St. Mary&amp;rsquo;s Celebration of Diversity week]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-15th-March-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 15 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Follow</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Follow</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 8th March 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We have been asked to mark today as a day of prayer for the conflict in the Middle East. Today we can pray:]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-8th-March-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 08 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>International Women&#39;s Day 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/International-Women-s-Day-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 08 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Self-Giving</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,In this Sunday&#39;s Gospel, we read about the &#39;light&#39; that has come into the world. Pope Francis reminds us, &quot;Jesus is the light who brightens the darkness.&quot; Letting Jesus&#39; light shine in our lives provides a secure foundation for our lives and for the lives of our children too.This Gospel also reminds us that God loves us so much that he gave his only Son for us. Jesus&#39; great act of love, of self-giving, on the cross, has paved the way for us to share in the true richness of God&#39;s love in this life, and also in the life to come.See attached to enjoy a very special time together this evening, exploring this Sunday&#39;s Gospel and this Wednesday&#39;s word, which is SELF-GIVING.Dom Henry Wansbrough]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Self-Giving</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 06 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 1st March 2024 - St David&#39;s Day</title>
        <description><![CDATA[St David&#39;s Day]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-1st-March-2024-St-David-s-Day</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word 28th February 2024 - Enthusiasm</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-28th-February-2024-Enthusiasm</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 28 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>World Book Day 2024 - Thursday 7th March 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[On Thursday 7th March 2024, we will be celebrating World Book Day! In order to add to the enjoyment of celebrating our love of reading, we would like to encourage all pupils to come into school on that day dressed as their favourite book character and carrying their favourite book.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/World-Book-Day-2024-Thursday-7th-March-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 23rd February 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Heavenly Father]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-23rd-February-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 23 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Consultation on relationship and health education</title>
        <description><![CDATA[In 2020, Relationships Education and Health Education became statutory for all primary schools in England. Since then we have taught these areas across all subjects. You can see our current policy here:]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Consultation-on-relationship-and-health-education</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 9th February 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Lent 2024]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-9th-February-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 09 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Internet Safety Day Tuesday 6th February</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Please allow sometime to watch this online workshop for parents on internet safety: youtu.be/HzFvEb6K8RQ. This Tuesday is internet safety day.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Internet-Safety-Day-Tuesday-6th-February</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>God Save The King!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[I am saddened to learn that King Charles is now facing a time of treatment for cancer.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/God-Save-The-King</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Blue House Mufti Day - House Point Winners</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Blue House who have again won the most house points this half of term! Children in Blue House can wear their home clothes, to include a blue item, on Thursday 8th February.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Blue-House-Mufti-Day-House-Point-Winners</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 2nd February 2024 The Presentation of the Lord</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-2nd-February-2024-The-Presentati</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 02 Feb 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Healing</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,In this Sunday&#39;s Gospel, we read how Jesus healed Simon&#39;s mother-in-law. After he brought peace and recovery to her, everyone crowds in on Jesus, wanting to be healed. Finally, Jesus goes off in the early morning to gather strength by praying to his Father.Difficulties, worries and sickness can sometimes be part of our lives. St Thomas More reminds us that, &quot;Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.&quot;When we believe in Jesus and we pray and look carefully, we can often learn something about the world and ourselves, and about how Jesus is always there for us. Believing in Jesus and loving others changes how we see the world and brings healing.Enjoy a very special time with your children this evening, hearing your child&#39;s thoughts about this Sunday&#39;s Gospel and this Sunday&#39;s word, which is HEALING.Dom Henry Wansbrough]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Healing</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Childcare support for working families with two-year-olds</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Childcare support for working families with two-year-olds.The first phase of the childcare support expansion is starting in April 2024 when working parents with 2 year olds will be able to get up to 15 hours a week of funded childcare.To be eligible, the parent of the child, and their partner where applicable, must be working and earning a salary equivalent to 16 hours a week at the national minimum or living wage and under &amp;pound;100,000 adjusted net income per year.Parents have until 31 March to apply for their code. Parents are encouraged to apply between mid-January to the end of February in case they need to provide further information to support their application.Please direct families to:gov.uk/apply-free-childcare-if-youre-working to apply for their code.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Childcare-support-for-working-families-with-two-ye</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Holocaust Memorial Day 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[//www.youtube.com/embed/fWHvKYIW4WY#t=0.5]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Holocaust-Memorial-Day-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Sat, 27 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 26th January 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Parents Evenings]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-26th-January-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Teacher</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,It&#39;s important to have good teachers. Parents are the first and foremost educators of their own children - other family members and friends can also teach about what really matters in life. But who can really teach us about the best way to live&amp;quest;Jesus stood out as a teacher because he taught with authority and power. In this Sunday&#39;s Gospel, Jesus demonstrates this through the amazing healing of the man in the synagogue.Jesus&#39; teachings expose the things that weaken us - setting free all those who listen to him. The whole of Jesus&#39; life was a continual teaching. His teaching is calm and wise, powerful but gentle, and enriches family life.Just follow the simple steps overleaf to enjoy hearing your child&#39;s thoughts about this Sunday&#39;s Gospel and this Wednesday&#39;s word, which is TEACHER.Dom Henry Wansbrough]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Teacher</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Nursery 2024 Applications</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents/Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Nursery-2024-Applications</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>WOW Badge Design Competition 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The Walk to School on Wednesday (WOW) badge design competition is back!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/WOW-Badge-Design-Competition-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>MMR Immunisations - Rec to Y6</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We have been asked to share the following important information regarding MMR Immunisations by Hounslow Schools Immunisation Team:-]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/MMR-Immunisations-Rec-to-Y6</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Operation DIY</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Each January we ask the children to challenge themselves by developing their key skills for life. We call this project Operation DIY. Children were introduced to it last Monday and we hope that they are enjoying learning new life skills. This year we are asking for their feedback so that we can adapt our list of challenges - adding new and taking some out if necessary.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Operation-DIY</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word 17th January 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-17th-January-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 17 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Celebrating our wonderful food!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We&#39;ll be celebrating our wonderful school meals here on Thursday 18th January. There will be ice cream for dessert. We hope to have a record number of school lunches served on 18th so please sign your child up! We&#39;re really pleased with the announcement that school lunches will continue to be free for all children until at least 2025.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Celebrating-our-wonderful-food</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Parking in 2024!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[It&#39;s January - time to turn over a new leaf!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Parking-in-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for Friday 12th January 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Welcome back everyone and Happy New Year!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-Friday-12th-January-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 12 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Rec - Y6 Flu Vaccination Catch-Up Clinic</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Please see attached with details of Catch-Up Clinic dates for children who may have missed the Flu immunisation at school. Children do not need to have it again if they have already had it at school.Thank youHounslow School Aged Immunisation TeamHeston Health Centre25 Cranford LaneHestonMiddlesexTW5 9ERTel: 0203 691 1013Email: CLCHT.hounslowschoolagedimmunisation@nhs.net]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Rec-Y6-Flu-Vaccination-Catch-Up-Clinic</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 11 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word 10th January 2024</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,January is traditionally the month of beginnings &amp;ndash; a time for making a NEW START.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-10th-January-2024</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Spring Term Mass Timetable</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the spring term 2024 Mass timetable. Please join us at Mass if you are able.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Spring-Term-Mass-Timetable</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 10 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Universal Free School Meals 2024-2025</title>
        <description><![CDATA[From the Mayor of London:]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Universal-Free-School-Meals-2024-2025</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>We Celebrate Christmas 2023!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[In the beginning was the Word:and the Word was with Godand the Word was God.He was with God in the beginning.Through him all things came to be,not one thing had its being but through him.All that came to be had life in himand that life was the light of men,a light that shines in the dark,a light that darkness could not overpower.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/We-Celebrate-Christmas-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Mufti days this week</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Congratulations to Guadalupe class who raised &amp;pound;71.49 for World Gifts. They can wear home clothes tomorrow, Wednesday 20th December.Well done to all classes! Together, we have raised &amp;pound;584.75!The children are now deciding which gifts to buy.Further congratulations to Blue House who have won the most house points this half of term! Children in Blue House can wear their own clothes on Thursday 21st December.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Mufti-days-this-week</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 19 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Lost Property</title>
        <description><![CDATA[There&#39;s a mountain of lost property waiting to be claimed. Anything that&#39;s still here at the end of term will be added to our &#39;Pre-loved&#39; uniform store. Please have a look through it before and after school today-Thursday.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Lost-Property</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 19 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Activities for children and young people taking place during the Christmas holidays</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Please share the following link with parents if they are looking for things to do over the winter break:]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Activities-for-children-and-young-people-taking-pl</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 18 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Happy Christmas from SMI!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We wish you all a very happy and Holy Christmas and a wonderful start to 2024. Photos of the children in their Christmas costumes can be seen here with a video collection of them accessible here.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Happy-Christmas-from-SMI</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 15 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Advent and Christmas 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[&amp;ldquo;The Birth of Jesus brings us the good news that we are loved immensely and uniquely by God&amp;rdquo; Pope Francis]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Advent-and-Christmas-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 13 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Christmas at SMI - reminders for this week</title>
        <description><![CDATA[There&#39;s lots happening this week. Here&#39;s some reminders..Keep checking the school calendar: smi.hounslow.sch.uk/CalendarMonday 11th - Christmas jumper swap shop after school]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Christmas-at-SMI-reminders-for-this-week</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 11 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 8th December - The Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Pope Francis&#39; prayer for the Immaculate Conception:]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-8th-December-The-Immaculate-Conc</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 08 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Early Help Bitesize - December 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Christmas can be a difficult time for many for various reasons. The council have updated their newsletter which outlines support that is available to families over the winter months. You can see the Early Help offer by clicking here.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Early-Help-Bitesize-6th-December-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 07 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Hope</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Hope</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Christmas Costume Photography Day 12/12/23</title>
        <description><![CDATA[A reminder that children in EYFS, Y1,2,3 and 4 need to bring their Christmas concert costume in next Tuesday 12th December so that they can be photographed in it.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Christmas-Costume-Photography-Day-12-12-23</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 06 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>LBH kerbside and parking strategies</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The London Borough of Hounslow Transport Team, would like to hear your views on their new kerbside and parking strategies. We would like to invite parents to follow the link below to complete the survey before Sunday 10th December. Please note that you will either need to register for/sign in to an account to access the survey, using the link below:]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/LBH-kerbside-and-parking-strategies</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 05 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Anti-Racism survey for parents - December 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear parents,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Anti-Racism-survey-for-parents-December-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 04 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 1st December 2023 - Advent 1</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-1st-December-2023-Advent-1</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Prayer</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,This Sunday we begin to celebrate the season of Advent, a time of waiting and prayer. It&#39;s a special time to pause and reflect on the real reason and true meaning of Christmas and give thanks to God for the gift of Jesus to the world.In this Sunday&#39;s Gospel, the Master represents Jesus and the servants represent us. The message from the Gospel is very clear: we are to &#39;stay awake!&#39;A little extra daily prayer throughout Advent is a great way to do this - to be alert to Jesus&#39; presence around us. Prayer brings us not only closer to God but also closer to one another.Make a great start to Advent, enjoying a special Wednesday Word Prayer and Share time together, discussing this Sunday&#39;s Gospel and this Wednesday&#39;s word, which is PRAYER.Dom Henry Wansbrough]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Wednesday-Word-Prayer</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 29 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Christmas Jumper Swap Shop</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We will be holding a Christmas Jumper Swap Shop on Monday 11th December in readiness for our Christmas Jumper Day on Wednesday 15th.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Christmas-Jumper-Swap-Shop</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Hounslow South, Isleworth, Osterley and Spring Grove Area forum</title>
        <description><![CDATA[You can join the Chair, Councillor Tony Louki, other local ward councillors, council teams and a host of local groups to meet and interact within the marketplace.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Hounslow-South-Isleworth-Osterley-and-Spring-Grove</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 27 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 24th November - Christ The King</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Alleluia, alleluia!Blessings on him who comes in the name of the Lord!Blessings on the coming kingdom of our father David!Alleluia!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-24th-November-Christ-The-King</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 24 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Flu Vaccination Clinic - Reception to Y11</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Please see attached details of a further Walk in Clinic for Saturday 9th December 2023 at Heart of Hounslow for children who may have missed the Flu immunisation at school. Children do not need to have it again if they have already had it at school.Thank you]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Flu-Vaccination-Clinic-Reception-to-Y11</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 24 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Attendance and Punctuality Autumn 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are currently in the process of reviewing all children&#39;s attendance and punctuality. If your child&#39;s attendance has fallen below 90% or they are repeatedly late, you will receive a letter from us informing you that improvement is required and that we will be monitoring it in partnership with the local authority.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Attendance-and-Punctuality-Autumn-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Immunisation Team Flu Vaccination Catch up Clinic</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The School Nurses have provided us with dates of Catch up Clinics if your child missed having it on Monday. Please see their letter with Clinic dates.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Immunisation-Team-Flu-Vaccination-Catch-up-Clinic</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Kindness</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,This Sunday is the last in the Church&#39;s year. It is the day we celebrate the feast of Christ the king.In the Gospel, Jesus (using the language and imagery of his time) describes what will happen when he comes again at the end of time. Like a shepherd who calls his sheep to follow him, Jesus invites people to be with him forever. The only requirement is that we should have loved our neighbour: that is, we should have looked after our neighbour in need.The Gospel reminds us that every act of kindness done to someone else is also done to Jesus, and it will be rewarded accordingly.Just follow the simple steps overleaf to enjoy a very special time together, hearing your child&#39;s thoughts about this Sunday&#39;s Gospel and this Wednesday&#39;s word, which is KINDNESS.Dom Henry Wansbrough]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Kindness</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 22 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Walking to School</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are continuing to encourage all children to walk, scoot or cycle to school. The first months WOW badges have been given out and we are considering additional ways of encouraging even more of you to walk to school. If you do have to drive please park away from school and walk the last part. Please avoid the car park by our entrance and be considerate in choosing were you park.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Walking-to-School</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 20 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 17th November 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[St Mary&amp;rsquo;s remembers]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-17th-November-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 17 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Home Start</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The Home-Start service is available in the boroughs of Richmond, Kingston and Hounslow and offers one to one support for parents with a child under 5, reaching out to families at risk of social exclusion.? They place trained volunteers alongside parents to support them during difficult times. Parents may be struggling with depression, divorce, historic domestic abuse, bereavement, disability or a combination of factors that can affect their children&amp;rsquo;s welfare.? If you come across a family that could need our help, please contact us on]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Home-Start</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Wednesday Word - Talent</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dear Parents and Carers,]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Wednesday-Word-Talent</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 10th November 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Bishops&#39; Statement on the ongoing war and violence in the Holy LandBishop Declan Lang, Chair of the Bishops&amp;rsquo; Conference&amp;rsquo;s International Affairs department, and Bishop Nicholas Hudson, Chair of the Holy Land Co-ordination have released a statement on the ongoing Israel/Hamas war.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-10th-November-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 3rd November 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Remembrance in November]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-3rd-November-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Nov 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Remembrance Sunday commemorations 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[As part of the Remembrance Sunday commemorations this year, The Isleworth branch of The Royal British Legion will be hosting a parade and service of remembrance on Sunday 12th November in Memorial Square, Isleworth.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Remembrance-Sunday-commemorations-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 31 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Welcome Back to Autumn 2</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are looking forward to seeing you all in winter uniform tomorrow morning.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Welcome-Back-to-Autumn-2</link>
        <pubDate>Sun, 29 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 20th October and SMI TV!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The children are keen to tell you about this half term and the things they are looking forward to across the rest of the school year. Here&#39;s the next instalment from SMI TV! We hope you enjoy it: Welcome Back to SMI TV!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-20th-October-and-SMI-TV</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 20 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>National Bug Busting Day UK - 31st October 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[It&#39;s National Bug Busting Day on 31st October and Hounslow School Nurses have asked us to share their &#39;Top Tips for managing head lice&#39;. Please see their information attached.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/National-Bug-Busting-Day-UK-31st-October-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 19 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>MP Christmas card competition</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Please ensure that all entries for the MP Christmas card competition are handed to your child&#39;s teacher by tomorrow. Designs should be completed on the entry form, given out as part of Home Learning.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/MP-Christmas-card-competition</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 18 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Harvest Collection Update</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Thanks for all the donations to our Harvest collection for the Upper Room.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Harvest-Collection-Update</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 17 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Reception Parents&#39; Phonics Workshop</title>
        <description><![CDATA[There will be a phonics workshop for Reception parents on Tuesday 7th November at 6.00pm. Please come along to find out about how we teach phonics and how you can support at home.Check the home learning each week so you know what we are learning in school and you can support at home:https://www.smi.hounslow.sch.uk/Covid_19/Learning-at-Home/Attached is a letter introducing you to our phonics scheme, Little Wandle.Mrs LawlorEYs Lead]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Reception-Parents-Phonics-Workshop</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 16 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for the Feast of St Edward the Confessor 13th Oct 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[This Lord, you raised Saint Edward, king and confessor, to excel in good government and faithful service. May these ideals survive and flourish among us through his prayers. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-the-Feast-of-St-Edward-the-Confe</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Pre-loved Uniform Sale 18th Oct 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[There will be a pre-loved uniform event taking place after school outside the small hall on Wednesday 18th of October. Weather permitting. Please do stop by and have a look.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Preloved-Uniform-Sale-18th-Oct-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Black History Month 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Next Monday 16th October, Key Stage Two (years 3-6) will be visited by Big Foot Arts Education.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Black-History-Month-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 12 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Ruth Cadbury&#39;s Christmas Card Competition 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Children at St Mary&amp;rsquo;s, have been invited by Ruth Cadbury MP to take part in the MP Christmas Card Competition.The winning Christmas card will be sent to schools, charities and local businesses in the constituency as well as to Ruth&amp;rsquo;s colleagues in Parliament. Children will have the opportunity to enter the competition as part of their Learning at Home from Monday 16th October.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Ruth-Cadbury-s-Christmas-Card-Competition-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 11 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 6th October 2023 - Our Lady of the Rosary</title>
        <description><![CDATA[During the month of October we prayer the Rosary and ask for Mary&#39;s intercession: Hail Mary... we also praise God by saying: Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-6th-October-2023-Our-Lady-of-the</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 06 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>World Mental Health Day - 10th October</title>
        <description><![CDATA[It is World Mental Health Day on 10th October and Hounslow School Nursing Service have asked us to share information with you all.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/World-Mental-Health-Day-10th-October</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 04 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Times Table Rockstars Y2-6</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Welcome to &amp;lsquo;Times Table Rock Stars&amp;rsquo; which is launching at SMI this Friday!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Times-Table-Rockstars-Y2-6</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Harvest Collection - The Upper Room</title>
        <description><![CDATA[For many years we have supported the work of the Upper Room, https://theupperroom.org.uk. This year we are again asking the children to bring in donations over the next couple of weeks - these can range from tinned food and cooking basics to toiletries and cleaning products. The class with the most donations will have a mufti day on Wednesday 18th October.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Harvest-Collection-The-Upper-Room</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 02 Oct 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 29th September 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Today we celebrate Michaelmas - the Feast of Saints Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael - the Archangels. We pray:]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-29th-September-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 29 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Walk to School Challenge</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are taking part in the Walk to School Challenge which starts on Monday. We will be awarding WOW badges to walkers, cyclists and scooters. Have a look at the launch video here: https://youtu.be/op0zWJw1Hs0&amp;quest;feature=shared.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Walk-to-School-Challenge</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 29 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Parent Elected Governor Vacancy</title>
        <description><![CDATA[There&#39;s a vacant on our governing board for a parent elected governor. Here&#39;s more information in the attached pdf.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Parent-Elected-Governor-Vacancy-25092023094526</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 25 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Reimagining Our Streets - Launch of Kerbside &amp; Parking strategies consultation</title>
        <description><![CDATA[As part of our ambitious plans for a healthier, greener and safer Hounslow, the council are looking to reimagine our streets for the benefit of more residents and businesses. They want to update how our parking and kerbside spaces are used to create well designed streets and public areas that work for everyone. 60% of journeys in the borough are made by walking, cycling and public transport, and they would like our streets and spaces to benefit everyone.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Reimagining-Our-Streets-Launch-of-Kerbside-Parking</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 22 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 22nd September 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Curriculum meetings are starting next week. Please come if you are able as these are a chance to meet the adults teaching your children and to hear about trips and learning across the year.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-22nd-September-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 22 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Curriculum Meetings 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Our curriculum meetings are an opportunity for you to meet the people teaching your child this year and hear about the visits and workshop they will have. They start on Tuesday 26th September with Y2 and Y4. For more details please have a look at the School Calendar.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Curriculum-Meetings-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 19 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Learning At Home Activities</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Learning at Home activities have been uploaded for this week. They usually go up every Sunday afternoon ready for the new week.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Learning-At-Home-Activities</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Public Health Information</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Hounslow School Nurses have asked us to share the following information with parents:-]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Public-Health-Information</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 18 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Autumn Newsletter and Curriculum Maps</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Year group autumn newsletters and the curriculum maps for the first half of the autumn term have been sent out via the parent app. You can also access them both via our &#39;Curriculum page&#39; on our website.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Autumn-Newsletter-and-Curriculum-Maps</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 15 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 15th September 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The great start to the school year has continued - thanks everyone for your support. This week here&#39;s some info on the up coming &#39;World Car Free Day&#39; including info on how to apply: www.hounslow.gov.uk/playstreet.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-15th-September-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 15 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Macmillan coffee morning Friday 29th September</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Please come to our Macmillan coffee morning which is being organised by our Minnie Vinnie team. It&#39;s from 9am on the morning of Friday 29th September in the small hall. All are welcome!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Macmillan-coffee-morning-Friday-29th-September</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 13 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Autumn Term Clubs Information</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Autumn Term Clubs start next week. Please see the list for further information and how to enrol your children.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Autumn-Term-Clubs-Information</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 08 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update 8th September 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Today the Church celebrates Our Lady&#39;s Birthday. Let&#39;s ask her to prayer for us: Hail Mary...]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-8th-September-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 08 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Friday 8th - PE</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Let&#39;s Leap will be running PE lessons for children in Y1-6 as usual tomorrow. Please send your child in in correct PE kit, with a named sunhat, with sunscreen applied and with a full water bottle. We will monitor temperatures and sun exposure during the day. Thank you.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Friday-8th-PE</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 07 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Welcome back to the new school year!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are really looking forward to seeing all of the children tomorrow. We hope you&amp;rsquo;ve all had a lovely break over the summer and that, together, we are ready to tackle the new year! We can&amp;rsquo;t wait to start! There&#39;s important information for you in the attached.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Welcome-back-to-the-new-school-year</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 04 Sep 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>End of the School Year 2022-2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Last week the photographer took some great photos of the children. We&#39;d like to share them with you as a way of celebrating this year. You can see them here: youtube.com/watchv=7VSGE-wRd1s.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/End-of-the-School-Year-2022-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 18 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 14th July 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the last newsletter of this academic year. smi.hounslow.sch.uk/docs/newsletters/14th_July_2023.pdf. It&#39;s been a fantastic (and fast!) year! We hope you enjoy reading about the most recent things that we&#39;ve been up to. Thank you everyone and take care!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-14th-July-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 14 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Y1-6 Sports Day Update</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Sadly the forecast for tomorrow is getting worse and we cannot use the park if the grass is wet for safety reasons. This means that, unfortunately, we won&#39;t hold sports day at Redlees. We will instead run a staggered day of sports in the school playground. Regrettably parents will not be able to attend due to the space we will need to run the events. Apologies everyone!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Y1-6-Sports-Day-Update</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 13 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Achievement Awards Assembly</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The final Achievement Award Assembly of the year will be on Monday morning. Children should bring in any recent awards, medals or certificates. Remember we finish at 2pm on Monday 17th.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Achievement-Awards-Assembly</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 12 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Report Drop ins</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Your child&#39;s report was sent home yesterday via pupil mail. There&#39;s an opportunity for you to drop in to discuss their report with the teacher after school on Thursday. No appointment needed 3:15pm-4:15pm.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Report-Drop-ins</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 11 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Blue &amp; Red House &#39;House Point&#39; Winners - Mufti Day 13th July</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The joint winners of this half term&#39;s House Points are Blue and Red House. They can wear their own clothes in their house colour on Thursday 13th July. Well Done Blue &amp;amp; Red Houses!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Blue-Red-House-House-Point-Winners-Mufti-Day-13th-</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 10 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Free School Meals for all Children from Sept 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[In response to the rising cost of living, the Mayor of London has made a commitment that every primary school child is entitled to a Free School Meal. This important step extends the existing Free School Meal provision &amp;ndash; currently available to children in reception, and years 1 and 2 &amp;ndash; to all primary school children in Greater London. Here&#39;s some information on this initiative from our catering provider Chartwells.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Free-School-Meals-for-all-Children-from-Sept-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 07 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Fr Mark Leenane RIP</title>
        <description><![CDATA[It is with great sadness that we share with you that Fr Mark Leenane has passed away. Fr Mark was parish priest at St Vincent De Paul Osterley and a good friend of the school. He will be greatly missed by our community and we offer heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and parishioners.May he rest in peace and rise in glory. Hail Mary...]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Fr-Mark-Leenane-RIP</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 7th July 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the weekly newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-7th-July-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 06 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Sports Day for children in Y1 - Y6</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Sports Day for children in Y1 &amp;ndash; Y6 will take place on Friday14th July at Redlees Park from 9.40am. The day lasts until about 2.00pm and all are welcome to attend.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Sports-Day-for-children-in-Y1-Y6</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Leavers&#39; Fair 6/7/23</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Year 6 will be holding their annual Leavers&#39; fair for children in Nursery to Year 5 on Thursday 6th. Please send your child to school with no more than &amp;pound;6 in loose change, for them to spend. All monies raised will be put towards the cost of next year&#39;s Rome trip.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Leavers-Fair-6-7-23</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 04 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Pre-loved Uniform Event 12/7/23</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Before we finish for the summer break, there will be a pre-loved uniform event taking place after school outside the small hall on Wednesday 12th July. Please do stop by and have a look, we&#39;d like to help as many parents as possible!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Pre-loved-Uniform-Event-12-7-23</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 04 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>St Mary&#39;s Parent Survey 2022-2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Good morning. To help us make sure we&amp;rsquo;re providing the best for our children we are interested in finding out how you feel we&#39;ve done this academic year (2022-2023).]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/St-Mary-s-Parent-Survey-2022-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 30 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Pre-loved Uniform Event</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Before we finish for the summer break, there will be a pre-loved uniform event taking place after school outside the small hall on Wednesday 12th July. Please do stop by and have a look, we&#39;d like to help as many parents as possible!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Pre-loved-Uniform-Event</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 29 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>SMI TV Science Week 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the latest from SMI TV! Which looks back at all we got up to during Science Week: https://youtu.be/x8M5KMX35NE. We hope you enjoy it.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/SMI-TV-Science-Week-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 28 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Y6 Leavers&#39; Fair</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Year 6 will be holding their annual Leavers&#39; Fair for children in Nursery to Year 5 on Thursday 6th July. Please send your child to school with no more than &amp;pound;6 in loose change, for them to spend. All monies raised will be put towards the cost of next year&#39;s Rome trip.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Y6-Leavers-Fair</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Update on NEU action on 5th and 7th July 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[St Mary&#39;s will be closed for children on 5th and 7th July 2023.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Update-on-NEU-action-on-5th-and-7th-July-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>23rd June 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the newsletter for this week. Enjoy the weekend everyone!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/23rd-June-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 23 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Industrial Action by members of the NEU on 5th and 7th July 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[National Education Union (the NEU) have announced several days of strike action, these are the 5th and 7th July 2023. Once again the strike is happening because of a national dispute between the unions and the government over fairer funding for schools and teachers&amp;rsquo; pay and not because of any issues at our school. Please see the letter below with more information.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Industrial-Action-by-members-of-the-NEU-on-5th-and</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>REMINDER: Hounslow Mental Health Support Team Coffee Session</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We have been liaising with our link Mental Health Support Team Practitioners in Hounslow over the last few years and they have provided parent support programmes. Some members of the team will be visiting school after half term and they would like to invite parents/carers, with children in Key Stage 1 and 2, to meet them. Please see the flyer for details and email reply@smi.hounslow.sch.uk with &#39;MHST Coffee Session&#39; in the subject line, to let the office know if you plan to attend so that we can prepare. Thank you. Mrs Winchester SENCO]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Hounslow-Mental-Health-Support-Team-Coffee-Session</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 14 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly update 9th June 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We continue to pray for Pope Francis&#39; recovery. Hail Mary...]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-update-9th-June-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 09 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>KS1 and 2 Sports Day 7/7/23</title>
        <description><![CDATA[It&amp;rsquo;s that time of year again. We will be running our KS1 and 2 sports day on Friday 7th July at Redlees Park. In order for this event to run smoothly, we do need parent volunteers. Your role will be to to help set up on the day, assist with the running of an event and help with packing up. Please email reply@smi.hounslow.sch.uk with &amp;lsquo;Sports Day&amp;rsquo; in the subject line if you are able to help.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/KS1-and-2-Sports-Day-7-7-23</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 09 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Rise in measles cases in North West London</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We have been asked to share this letter with you.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Rise-in-measles-cases-in-North-West-London</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 08 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Welcome Back and an Update for Summer 2</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We hope you all had a lovely half term break! We are looking forward to an actioned packed last half term of the school year.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Welcome-Back-and-an-Update-for-Summer-2</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 05 Jun 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Book Fair 6th-9th June</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The Book Fair will be arriving in school soon, with hundreds of new children&amp;rsquo;s books to browse and buy. There are over 200 titles for you and your child to choose from, and with prices starting from only &amp;pound;2.99, there&amp;rsquo;s sure to be a book for everyone.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Book-Fair-6th-9th-June</link>
        <pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter 19th May 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the weekly newsletter with information on the upcoming Book Fair. Have a lovely weekend everyone!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-19th-May-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 19 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Walk to School Breakfast Friday 19th</title>
        <description><![CDATA[To celebrate Walk to School Week there&#39;s a breakfast this morning (from 8:20am) for children who have travelled actively to school for most of the week. They will receive a healthy snack and drink as they come into school. If you are taking part please use the smaller gate to the church hall to come in.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Walk-to-School-Breakfast-Friday-19th</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 19 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Next week is &#39;Walk to School Week&#39;</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Next week is Walk to School Week with a breakfast for walkers, cyclists and scooterists on Friday 19th. There is no newsletter this week.As in previous years children will receive stickers for actively travelling to school each day of the week (walking, cycling, scooting..). Each class will have a wall chart to track their progress as a class and there will be individual children diaries and end of week rewards for each child.The breakfast on 19th is for children who have travelled actively to school for most of the week. They will receive a healthy snack and drink as they come into school.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Next-week-is-Walk-to-School-Week</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 12 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Coronation Cake Sale 12/5/23</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Remember there&#39;s a Coronation Bake Cake Sale after school today outside the small hall. The winners of the Coronation Quiche Bake off will be announced next week. Well done to all the bakers!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Coronation-Cake-Sale-12-5-23</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 12 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>School Lunches Survey May 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Our catering company Chartwells want to gather your views on the school lunches. To take part click here: bit.ly/3LYKq4G. See the attached for more information.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/School-Lunches-Survey-May-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 11 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter 5th May 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the weekly newsletter. Have a lovely weekend everyone and God save The King!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-5th-May-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 05 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Fish &amp; Chip Picnic Lunch - Tuesday 9th May</title>
        <description><![CDATA[On Tuesday 9th May, we will be having a Fish &amp;amp; Chip Picnic Lunch outside to celebrate the Coronation. The children can wear their own home clothes.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Fish-Chip-Picnic-Lunch-Tuesday-9th-May</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 05 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Walk to School Week 15th - 19th May 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are looking forward to Walk to School Week. As in previous years children will receive stickers for actively travelling to school each day of the week (walking, cycling, scooting..). Each class will have a wall chart to track their progress as a class and there will be individual children diaries and end of week rewards for each child.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Walk-to-School-Week-15th-19th-May-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 03 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 28th April 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the weekly newsletter. Remember to click the link to the calendar to see upcoming events. School is closed on Monday (Bank Holiday) and Tuesday (Industrial action) so we will see you all on Wednesday 3rd. In the newsletter there&#39;s information about walk to school week - now that we are in the summer term we&#39;d like to ask again that everyone tries to walk, cycle or scoot to school and that if you have to drive you park away from school and walk the last part. Please don&#39;t park in the flats opposite school at any time and be mindful of only parking in the spaces in the car park outside of school too. Thank you everyone.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-28th-April-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Community Cycling Day 14th May 2023</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Community-Cycling-Day-14th-May-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 27 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Isleworth &amp; Brentford Area Forum 27/4/23</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Isleworth-Brentford-Area-Forum-27-4-23</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 24 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Update on NEU Strike Action on 27th April and 2nd May 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Please see this letter updating you on the situation here on 27th April and 2nd May. St Mary&#39;s will be closed due to the industrial action on these days.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Update-on-NEU-Strike-Action-on-27th-April-and-2nd-</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 21 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 21st April 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the weekly newsletter with lots of Coronation special events - please make a note of the dates. A reminder that on Monday children should bring in any awards, certs or medals for Achievement Award Assembly and those in &#39;scouting&#39; organisations can wear their uniforms. St George! Pray for Us! Have a lovely weekend - when it comes.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-21st-April-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 20 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>LBH Workload Charter Award</title>
        <description><![CDATA[St Mary&#39;s has once again been awarded the London Borough of Hounslow&#39;s Workload Charter Mark! This was first awarded in late 2019 and has now been renewed.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/LBH-Workload-Charter-Award</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 19 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Coronation Lunch - Wed 3rd May</title>
        <description><![CDATA[On Wednesday 3rd May, we will be having a Roast Beef &amp;amp; Yorkshire Pudding Lunch to celebrate the Coronation. The children will be able to dress up as a Kings &amp;amp; Queens and will have had the opportunity to make crowns in school.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Coronation-Lunch-Wed-3rd-May</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 19 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Summer Term Clubs</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s a reminder of the clubs which are running this term.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Summer-Term-Clubs</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 18 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Y6 Cake Sale!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Y6 will be running a cake sale after school on Friday 21st April. Cake donations to be dropped at the school office in the morning. Y6 Cake Sale]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Y6-Cake-Sale</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 18 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Parent Pay 17/4/23</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are experiencing problems with Parentpay. If you have been unable to book your KS1 child&#39;s meals, we will ask them for their choice and book it in the office. Please DO NOT pay any money if you are asked. If your child is in KS2, they should tell their teacher and we will book their meal in the office.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Parent-Pay-17-4-23</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 17 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>NEU Strike Action on 27th April and 2nd May 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[You may be aware that the NEU have declared strike action which will take place on 27/4/23 and 2/5/23. The strike is happening because of a national dispute between the unions and the government over school funding and teachers&amp;rsquo; pay and not because of any issues at our school. See the attached for more information. If the on-going talks between DfE and the unions are successful in halting the action we will update you via this app.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/NEU-Strike-Action-on-27th-April-and-2nd-May-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 17 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Whole School Update - Divine Mercy Sunday April 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Happy Easter to you all! On this Divine Mercy Sunday we renew our faith and trust in the Risen Lord:]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Whole-School-Update-Divine-Mercy-Sunday-April-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Sun, 16 Apr 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Last day of term!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[A reminder that we finish at 2pm today and that children in Y1-6 should be in PE kit. Happy holidays and Happy Easter everyone! See you all on Monday 17th in summer uniform.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Last-day-of-term-31032023082336</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 31 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>SMI TV! Learning At Home</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the latest instalment of SMI TV! which is about Learning At Home. We hope you enjoy it: youtu.be/wzhzHAnTXdc.We hope you all have a fantastic, happy and Holy Easter holiday with time to celebrate Christ&#39;s resurrection and the Good News this bring us all together.Remember it&#39;s summer uniform when we come back. That&#39;s striped dresses for girls and white polo shirts for boys. There&#39;s a new 3 week menu too. For details check out past newsletters.We are looking forward to a great summer term - we hope you are too!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/SMI-TV-Learning-At-Home</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 30 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Let&#39;s Leap Holiday Camp</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Book now for Let&#39;s Leap Holiday Camps this Easter Holidays!Let&#39;s Leap will be running our popular activity camps here at St. Mary&#39;s this Easter holidays from Monday 3rd April - Friday 14th April.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Let-s-Leap-Holiday-Camp</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Touch Rugby Winners!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Great news to share as we come to the end of term. Team St Mary&#39;s won yesterday&#39;s Touch Rugby competition and they are through to the next stage! Great job Team St Mary&#39;s! youtu.be/oljObYPoCKE]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Touch-Rugby-Winners</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Atfield House Easter Egg Hunt</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We have been asked to share this information with our families.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Atfield-House-Easter-Egg-Hunt</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Awards Assembly and Scouting Uniform Day</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The next Awards Assembly will be on Monday 24th April. Children in scouting organisations can wear their uniforms to school on 24th too including if they are doing PE on that Monday.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Awards-Assembly-and-Scouting-Uniform-Day</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 29 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 24th March 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[This is the last newsletter of the Spring term. Next week we are hoping for a further instalment of SMI TV! Keep scrolling to see what we&amp;rsquo;ve been up to this half term.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-24th-March-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 24 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Uniform Swap</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We will be holding a Uniform Swap next week, on the following days in readiness for summer uniform after Easter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Uniform-Swap</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 24 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>After-school Clubs - Summer Term</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here are our After-school Clubs for the Summer Term.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/After-school-Clubs-Summer-Term</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 24 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Summer Term Menu - Rec to Y6  &amp; Nursery</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here are our new Menus for after Easter for Rec-Y6 and for Nursery.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Summer-Term-Menu-Rec-Y6-Nursery</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 24 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>East of the Borough Family Hub meeting 28/3/23</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Come and have your say and help LBH shape services and support - so that it works better for you and your family! 9-11am at Ivybridge School. Family Hubs (for all) will be offering a range of support, including infant feeding, parent-infant relationships, mental health, parenting and home learning. Register your attendance and receive &amp;pound;25. See the attached for more info.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/East-of-the-Borough-Family-Hub-meeting-28-3-23</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 22 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Mufti Day (Red) for those in Red House on 30/3/23</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Red House will have Mufti day on Thursday 30th March for winning the most house points this half term. Your child should wear something red on 30th if they are in Red House..]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Mufti-Day-Red-for-those-in-Red-House-on-30-3-23</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 22 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Update for St Patrick&#39;s Day - Friday 17th March 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Beannachta&amp;iacute; na F&amp;eacute;ile P&amp;aacute;draig dhuit! ( tr. &amp;lsquo;May the blessings of St. Patrick be upon you&amp;rsquo;). Here&#39;s a short update for you in place of a newsletter. Thank you for your patience during the ongoing works on the school gates. Work&#39;s been disrupted by the availability of parts but we are hoping work will be completed over the holidays. Moving forward each pedestrian gate will be kept open on a magnet at drop off and pick up and then close automatically so that you won&#39;t have to push them open. Both gates will operate in the same way and open and close at the same time. Thank you for arriving on time and not before - please avoid gathering on Memorial Square. Enjoy the weekend everyone.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Update-for-St-Patrick-s-Day-Friday-17th-March-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 17 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>School Sport and Competitions Update Summer 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s some information on upcoming sports events and competitions for Y1-6. Please do give it a read. Thank you.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/School-Sport-and-Competitions-Update-Summer-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 15 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Strike Action 15th and 16th March 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Due to strike action this week St Mary&#39;s will be closed on 15th and 16th March.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Strike-Action-15th-and-16th-March-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Update for Friday 10th March 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We&#39;re looking forward to celebrating science over the next couple of weeks. For information on this and on a competition your child can take part in see the attached. There&#39;s also information for parents of children with (or awaiting) an ASD diagnosis. This update replaces the newsletter this week. Have a lovely weekend everyone!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Update-for-Friday-10th-March-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 10 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Attendance Letters Spring 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[If your child&amp;rsquo;s attendance has been below 90% this academic year or they have been late repeatedly you soon receive a letter informing you that their attendance and/or punctuality needs to improve and that we will be monitoring it in partnership with the local authority. The vast majority of you have the School App and you can check and monitor your own child&amp;rsquo;s attendance on this app too. Attendance at St Mary&amp;rsquo;s is always very good and we know that you understand the importance of children being in school. They can&amp;rsquo;t learn as well if they aren&amp;rsquo;t and even more importantly we can&amp;rsquo;t check on them and make sure that they are safe. For these reasons the Government set schools&amp;rsquo; attendance guidelines and we work with the council and the Education Welfare Officers to monitor each child&amp;rsquo;s attendance. Thank you for your attention and support in this important safeguarding matter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Attendance-Letters-Spring-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 09 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>NEU Strike Action on 15th and 16th March</title>
        <description><![CDATA[You may be aware that the NEU have declared strike action which will take place on 15/3/23 and 16/3/23. The strike is happening because of a national dispute between the unions and the government over school funding and teachers&amp;rsquo; pay and not because of any issues at our school. See the attached for more information. If the on-going talks between DfE and the unions are successful in halting the action we will update you via this app.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/NEU-Strike-Action-on-15th-and-16th-March</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 08 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 3rd March 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the newsletter this week. Great effort will all the costumes everyone! The children really enjoyed the day. Have a lovely weekend all.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-3rd-March-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>World Book Day 2023 - Wednesday 1st March 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are celebrating World Book Day tomorrow! Children can come into school dressed as your favourite book character (including Y4 who are not swimming this week). We will also have local writer Kirstin McNeil coming to visit some year groups. Kirstin will be selling her books at the end of the day outside the small hall for anyone who may wish to purchase them. You can also buy her books from her website sequoiapublishing.co.uk where you can use the code WBD10 for a 10% discount for our pupils only. Happy Reading!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/World-Book-Day-2023-Wednesday-1st-March-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 28 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Strike Action on 2nd March 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[St Mary&#39;s will be closed on Thursday 2nd March due to strike action by members of the NEU.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Strike-Action-on-2nd-March-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 27 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Update for 24th February 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[A reminder that our book day has moved to Wednesday 1st March to avoid industrial action by members of the NEU on Thursday 2nd. See the attached for information on how we&#39;re marking the day this year. An update on the impact of the NEU action will come out at the start of the week via this app. There&#39;s no newsletter this week, have a lovely weekend everyone.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Update-for-24th-February-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 24 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Update on Strike action by members of the NEU on 2/3/23</title>
        <description><![CDATA[You may be aware that the NEU have declared strike action which will take place on 2/3/23, 15/3/23 and 16/3/23. The strike is happening because of a national dispute between the unions and the government over school funding and teachers&amp;rsquo; pay and not because of any issues at our school. See the attached for more information. If the on-going talks between DfE and the unions are successful in halting the action we will update you via this app.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Update-on-Strike-action-by-members-of-the-NEU-on-2</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 22 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Menu Change for this week due to Ash Wednesday</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Due to Ash Wednesday being a &#39;no meat day&#39;. The menu has changed to the following:Thursday&#39;s menu was today. Monday&#39;s menu will be on Ash Wednesday and Wednesday&#39;s menu will be on Thursday. Apologies for the any inconvenience.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Menu-Change-for-this-week-due-to-Ash-Wednesday</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>School Gates from 20/1/23</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The gates into the school car park from South Street have now been made electronic. This means there are new arrangements in place from Monday 20th. These gates will now open on a timer at drop off in the morning and you should aim to arrive at school for 8:45am (not before) and pick up at 3:10pm (not before). The gates will be shut during the school day. The side gate by the church will be unlocked at drop off and pick up but will remain locked during the school day.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/School-Gates-from-20-1-23</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Welcome Back 20th February 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We&#39;re looking forward to starting the second half of the academic year tomorrow. Remember its Achievement Awards &amp;amp; Op DIY Assembly on Monday and Mufti Day for Turkey and Syria on Thursday. Please make your donation via donation.dec.org.uk/turkey-syria-earthquake-appeal. See other events on the school calendar here: smi.hounslow.sch.uk/Calendar]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Welcome-Back-20th-February-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Sun, 19 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>SMI TV!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the latest instalment of SMI TV! SMI TV! We hope you enjoy it. Have a great half term everyone! This replaces the newsletter for this week.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/SMI-TV-10022023102813</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 10 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Safer Internet Day 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[It&#39;s Safer Internet Day. Look here for resources to support this at home.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Safer-Internet-Day-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Safer Internet Day - a podcast for you.</title>
        <description><![CDATA[It&#39;s SID today and we want to share this 15 minutes clip (sent in by a parent) with you all. It&#39;s for adults - perhaps you can listen on your commute or whilst you are exercising. Click here: https://www.rte.ie/radio/radio1/clips/22196858/. It comes with a reminder that we don&#39;t allow (or recommend) smart phones for primary children. Have a listen and see what you think. &quot;It&#39;s not just about allowing your child unfettered access to the internet... we need to start thinking about allowing the internet unfettered access to your child&quot;.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Safer-Internet-Day-a-podcast-for-you</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 07 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Let&#39;s Leap Holiday Camps this February Half-term!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Let&#39;s Leap will be running our popular activity camps this February Half-term from Monday 13th February to Friday 17th February, 2023 at SMI.From Electric Segway Go-karts to Arts &amp;amp; Crafts, Let&amp;rsquo;s Leap are sure to have an activity for every child.Let&amp;rsquo;s Leap not only provides childcare with a safe and supportive learning environment, but it ensures that your children leave feeling empowered, confident, and excited to return the following day. Being healthy and active is for all children, which is exactly why Let&amp;rsquo;s Leap offers a wide range of varied activities to ensure every child is engaged all week long.Your children can attend our camp for any number of days or the whole week, and for parents, our days are flexible, giving you short, standard and extended day options to assist with busy family schedules and work life.Booking Link:]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Let-s-Leap-Holiday-Camps-this-February-Half-term</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 3rd February 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the newsletter for 3rd February 2023.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-3rd-February-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Feb 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Update for 27th January 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Just a short update for next week, there&#39;s no newsletter.Parents&#39; evening booking opens on Monday 30th Jan using this link: smisleworth.schoolcloud.co.uk. Parents&#39; evenings are on Tues 7th Feb from 16:30-19:30 and Thurs 9th Feb from 15:30-17:30. They are face to face in school. Remember that due to industrial action school is closed on Wed 1st Feb. Have a good weekend everyone!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Update-for-27th-January-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Update on strike action by members of the NEU</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s an update on what will happen at SMI on the days of industrial action by members of the NEU. Talks between all of the teaching unions and the DfE are ongoing and we must be hopeful for an agreed solution coming out of them. Should there be a change I will notify you of the implications for SMI. Thank you everyone for your continued support.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Update-on-strike-action-by-members-of-the-NEU</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 20th January 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for this week&#39;s newsletter. Have a lovely weekend everyone!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-20th-January-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 20 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>NEU Industrial Action 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[You may be aware from media coverage that the NEU have declared strike action, which will take place on 1/2/23, 2/3/23, 15/3/23 and 16/3/23. The strike is happening because of a national dispute between the unions and the government over school funding and teachers&amp;rsquo; pay and not because of any issues at our school. See here for more information.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/NEU-Industrial-Action-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 18 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 13th January 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the newsletter for this week with class newsletters included. Please have a look. Have a lovely weekend everyone.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-13th-January-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for the Feast of the Epiphany</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Happy Epiphany everyone. Here&#39;s the newsletter! We are off to a great start in 2023!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-the-Feast-of-the-Epiphany</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 06 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Eternal Rest Benedict XVI</title>
        <description><![CDATA[This morning we pray:]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Eternal-Rest</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>School bus trial: Parent survey</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We have started work with the London Borough of Hounslow and other local schools in the Isleworth area, to explore whether or not it would be possible to have a dedicated school bus, to serve children who live at least 1 mile away from the school.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/School-bus-trial-Parent-survey</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Happy New Year 2023 and Operation DIY</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Happy New Year everyone! We are looking forward to welcoming in 2023&#39;s new term tomorrow. It will be a normal (but shorter week) with PE lessons as normal including on Friday. Please remember to book your children&#39;s meals on Parent Pay starting with Tuesday. This half term (linked with NY resolutions) we&#39;ll be looking at &#39;Operation DIY&#39;. Details are here: www.smi.hounslow.sch.uk/Operation-DIY/. See you all tomorrow!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Happy-New-Year-2023-and-Operation-DIY</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 02 Jan 2023 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI - RIP</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Benedict XVI has died. We pray:Eternal rest grant unto&amp;hellip;When he visited us in 2010 he said these words at St Mary&amp;rsquo;s University Twickenham.&amp;lsquo;What God wants most of all for each one of you is that you should become holy. He loves you much more than you could ever begin to imagine, and he wants the very best for you. And by far the best thing for you is to grow in holiness.Perhaps some of you have never thought about this before. Perhaps some of you think being a saint is not for you. Let me explain what I mean.When we are young, we can usually think of people that we look up to, people we admire, people we want to be like. It could be someone we meet in our daily lives that we hold in great esteem. Or it could be someone famous. We live in a celebrity culture, and young people are often encouraged to model themselves on figures from the world of sport or entertainment. My question for you is this: what are the qualities you see in others that you would most like to have]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Pope-Emeritus-Benedict-XVI-RIP</link>
        <pubDate>Sat, 31 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Back to school in 2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are looking forward to welcoming all of the children back on Tuesday 3rd January. We hope you all had a lovely Christmas and we wish you all Happy New Year!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Back-to-school-in-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 29 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Happy Christmas from SMI TV!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s an update and Christmas message from us all via SMI TV!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Happy-Christmas-from-SMI-TV</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Cost of Living Support and Advice</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We&#39;ve put some information together on how we can support each other over the next few months. Click here to read it.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Cost-of-Living-Support-and-Advice</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Yellow House Mufti Day - Thursday 15th December</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The children in Yellow House have a Mufti Day (own clothes) tomorrow, Thursday 15th December. Those children can come to school wearing something yellow. Thank you. Well done &#39;Yellows&#39; for amassing the most house points this half term!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Yellow-House-Mufti-Day-Thursday-15th-December</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 14 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Christmas 2022!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The Christmas productions this year have been fantastic! It&#39;s been lovely to celebrate Christmas with the children and with you all. Happy Christmas everyone! You can see all of the photos here: bit.ly/SMIChristmas2022.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Christmas-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 13 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>End of Term and the New Year</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Remember that we break up for the Christmas holidays at 2pm on Friday 16th December and children return on Tuesday 3rd January.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/End-of-Term-and-the-New-Year</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 12 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 9th December 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for our weekly newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-9th-December-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 09 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Christmas concert photos 6/12/22</title>
        <description><![CDATA[A reminder to send your child in with their costume today so that their photos can be taken.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Christmas-concert-photos-6-12-22</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>UKHSA GAS factsheet for schools and parents</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/UKHSA-GAS-factsheet-for-schools-and-parents</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 06 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter 2nd December</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the newsletter with news on events to come this term.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-2nd-December</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 02 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 25th November 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the newsletter with information on our Let&#39;s Leap holiday club. This is also a reminder that cars parked outside of appropriate parking spaces are being photographed. So please only car in marked bays - not in the &#39;Car Club&#39; bay or in the private bays.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-25th-November-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 25 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Let&#39;s Leap Christmas Holiday Camp</title>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Let-s-Leap-Christmas-Holiday-Camp</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Flu Vaccination Catch-Up Clinic</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Please see here the details of a catch up clinic if your child missed having the flu nasal spray in school.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Flu-Vaccination-Catch-Up-Clinic</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 21 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 18th November 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for the newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-18th-November-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 18 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Y3 &amp; 4 Christmas Productions</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The booking system via SchoolCloud is now open for tickets to the Y3 &amp;amp; 4 Christmas Productions. When entering your child&#39;s details, please enter their class name as follows:-Y3 DoncasterY3 IpswichY4 KnockY4 Lourdes]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Y3-4-Christmas-Productions</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 16 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Update for Friday 11th November 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the weekly update. Next week is Anti-bullying week and Monday will be Odd Socks Day. For ABW week we are again using the resources from the Anti-bullying Alliance and you can see them here: bit.ly/SMIABW22. Please also watch and discuss this YouTube video with your child too: youtu.be/aMfgZRdVbdw. Bullying is unacceptable - we teach children this throughout the year. ABW gives us all the opportunity to raise our awareness of the anti-bullying message.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Update-for-Friday-11th-November-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 11 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 4th November</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s this week&#39;s newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-4th-November</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Parking!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We&#39;d like to encourage as many of you as possible to walk, cycle or scoot to and from school and NOT to drive. This week there have been more unpleasant incidents in the small car park caused by cars being abandoned causing others to be blocked in. Please remember that your children are watching and are seeing how you are behaving (both in how you park and in how you talk to each other). So please - more walking and more consideration for each other. More kindness to each other and to the environment. Abuse of ANY kind is not acceptable and sets a terrible example to your children.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Parking</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Remembrance Day</title>
        <description><![CDATA[As p]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Remembrance-Day</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Phonics Workshop for Parents</title>
        <description><![CDATA[You can rewatch the phonics workshop by clicking here: https://youtu.be/qk6Mxmr9r5M.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Phonics-Workshop-for-Parents</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 02 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Christmas Productions 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[EYFS (nursery and reception) Christmas concertsTuesday 6th December 9:15am (dress rehearsal) Wednesday 7th December 9:15amThursday 8th December 9:15am Years 1+2Monday 12th December 9:15am (dress rehearsal) Tuesday 13th December 9:15amThursday 15th December 1:45pm Years 3+4Tuesday 29th November 1:45pm (dress rehearsal)Wednesday 30th November 1:45pmThursday 1st December 9:15am Booking will be via SchoolCloud &amp;ndash; the same system we use for parents evenings.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Christmas-Productions-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 21st October 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the weekly newsletter. Have a lovely half term everyone.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-21st-October-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 21 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Preloved Uniform Sale</title>
        <description><![CDATA[There&#39;s a sale of pre-loved uniform after school on Wednesday 19th October.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Preloved-Uniform-Sale</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 19 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>SMI TV!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[SMI TV! The school&#39;s YouTube channel has published its first clip. A trailer of the good things to come. The channel will showcase life at St Mary&#39;s and will provide an insight from the children on all we get up to. Click here to see the trailer. There&#39;s no newsletter this week.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/SMI-TV</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 14 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>World Mental Health Day 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Today is World Mental Health day. We know that our &#39;online lives&#39; have a big impact on our well-being and mental health. Click here youtu.be/HzFvEb6K8RQ to see the recent workshop on Online Safety.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/World-Mental-Health-Day-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 10 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary 7.10.22</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the newsletter for this Feast Day: Hail Mary...]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-the-Feast-of-Our-Lady-of-the-Rosary</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 07 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Letter from the Diocese</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We&#39;d like to share this letter of congratulations from the Diocese following our recent OFSTED. Click here to read it.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Letter-from-the-Diocese</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 06 Oct 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 30th September 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here is this week&#39;s newsletter. Information and a link to a Phonics Workshop for Parents on 12th October can be found in the Newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-30th-September-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Silver ArtsMark and Platinum School Sport Award!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[There&#39;s no newsletter this week but we do have more good news to share. Once again we&#39;ve been awarded the Platinum Schools Game Mark. We are one of only a handful of schools with this award. We are also really chuffed to be awarded the Artsmark Silver Award. Thanks to our wonderful staff who make sure that the children received a broad and balanced curriculum and that participation is maximised. We are glowing this week! Have a great weekend everyone!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Silver-ArtsMark-and-Platinum-School-Sport-Award</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 23 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Glowing OFSTED report for St Mary&#39;s</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Following our visit from OFSTED in late June we are delighted to share our final report with you - please click here. It&#39;s also another opportunity to thank you for your support before, during and after the inspection. Onwards together!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Glowing-OFSTED-report-for-St-Mary-s</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 22 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 16th September 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for the weekly newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-16th-September-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 16 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Computer and online safety workshop for parents</title>
        <description><![CDATA[There&#39;s a workshop for parents on the evening of 22nd September from 18:30-19:30. Click here for the letter with more information.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Computer-and-online-safety-workshop-for-parents</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 12 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The Funeral of HM Queen Elizabeth II</title>
        <description><![CDATA[St Mary&#39;s will be closed for the Bank Holiday and funeral of HM Queen Elizabeth II on Monday 19th September.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-Funeral-of-HM-Queen-Elizabeth-II</link>
        <pubDate>Sat, 10 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 9th September 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are all in shock following the passing of The Queen. May she rest in peace and rise eternal! Click here for the weekly newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-9th-September-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 09 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>PE kit days</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Please send your child into school in PE kit (or with swimming kit if in Y4) on these days: Y1 Westminster &amp;ndash; Monday and Friday Y1 Willesden &amp;ndash; Monday and Friday Y2 Cardigan &amp;ndash; Monday and Friday Y2 Walsingham &amp;ndash; Tuesday and Friday Y3 Ipswich &amp;ndash; Wednesday and Friday Y3 Doncaster &amp;ndash; Wednesday and Friday Y4 Knock &amp;ndash; Swimming (Wednesday) and Friday Y4 Lourdes - Swimming (Wednesday) and Friday Y5 Czestochowa &amp;ndash; Tuesday and Friday Y5 Fatima &amp;ndash; Tuesday and Friday Y6 Carmel &amp;ndash;Thursday and Friday Y6 Gaudalupe &amp;ndash; Thursday and Friday]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/PE-kit-days</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 02 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Welcome back!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for a welcome back message for everyone.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Welcome-back-01092022141551</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 01 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Met Office Red Extreme Heat Warning</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The Met Office have issued a red extreme heat warning for the start of next week. This alerts us to a danger to life with that risk not limited to vulnerable people. This is therefore a national emergency. In order to avoid the worst of the heat we will close at NOON on Monday. We hope this will allow you all to avoid the highest temperatures which are due to hit us in the afternoon. We will keep this under review and may exercise the option of not opening on Monday - switching to remote learning for the day.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Met-Office-Red-Extreme-Heat-Warning</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 15 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Sports Days photos</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here to see photos of our recent sports days.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Sports-Days-photos</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Y6 Production of Peter Pan</title>
        <description><![CDATA[You can see photos of the Y6 production of Peter Pan by clicking here.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Y6-Production-of-Peter-Pan</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter 14th July 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here to see the last newsletter of the school year!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-14th-July-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 8th July 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for the weekly newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-8th-July-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 08 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Governors&#39; Summer Newsletter</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for the summer newsletter from your governors.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Governors-Summer-Newsletter</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Staffing for 2022-2023</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here to see the staffing allocations for next year. Your child will meet their new class teacher on our transition day.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Staffing-for-2022-2023</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Y1-6 Sports Day 8th July 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s more information about the upcoming Y1-6 Sports day.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Y1-6-Sports-Day-8th-July-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 04 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter 1st July 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the weekly newsletter. What a week! Thank you everyone!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-1st-July-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 01 Jul 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>OFSTED 28-29th June</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We will be hosting OFSTED over the next two days. Please have a go at the Parent View questions here: https://parentview.ofsted.gov.ukto let them know about our lovely school.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/OFSTED-28-29th-June</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 27 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter 24th June - The Sacred Heart</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the weekly newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-24th-June-The-Sacred-Heart</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 24 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 17th June 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for the weekly newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-17th-June-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Sat, 18 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update for 10th June 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Good morning! Due to unforeseen circumstances there&#39;s no newsletter this week. There is some information for you though. On Monday 20th a photographer for the website will be in so please send your child in clean summer uniform. Other dates have been added to the school calendar. Mrs Gardner will be back in next week and Curriculum Maps, which tell you what the children are learning week by week, have been uploaded here: https://bit.ly/3xklptr.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-for-10th-June-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>The school office week beginning 6th June</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Unfortunately Mrs Gardner has tested positive for COVI19. She will not be in this week. Mrs Whyms continues to not be in and so we are short staffedin the office this week.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/The-school-office-week-beginning-6th-June</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 06 Jun 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 27th May 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Isn&#39;t the year flying by! We hope you all enjoy the half term break and The Queen&#39;s Jubilee celebrations. Click here for the newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-27th-May-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 27 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Lunch choices</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We have been having ongoing supply issues with food deliveries so there have been some last minute changes to some of the lunch choices. We are working hard to resolve the issues for when we return after half term.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Lunch-choices</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 20 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 20th May 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for the latestnewsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-20th-May-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 19 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Weekly Update 13th May 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[There&#39;s no newsletter this week due to unforeseen circumstances. We want to say WELL DONE to Y6 and Y2 who&#39;ve been doing SATs and to ask you to check the school calendar to sports day dates and other events: www.smi.hounslow.sch.uk/Calendar. Thank you and enjoy the weekend everyone!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Weekly-Update-13th-May-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 13 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Phonics Update - Little Wandle</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for an update on phonics teaching at St Mary&#39;s.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Phonics-Update-Little-Wandle</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 09 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 6th May 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for the latest newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-6th-May-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 06 May 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 29th April 2022 St Catherine of Sienna</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for the weekly newsletter with Curriculum Maps which tell you what the children are learning week by week. There&#39;s also info on our nursery which will be 30 hours from September. Enjoy the Bank Holiday weekend everyone!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-29th-April-2022-St-Catherine-of-Sie</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 29 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for Easter Friday 22nd April 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the first newsletter of the new term. It&#39;s going to be a great summer term!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-Easter-Friday-22nd-April-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 22 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Whole School Update Easter Tuesday 19th April 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Happy Easter! Here&#39;s an update for everyone.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Whole-School-Update-Easter-Tuesday-19th-April-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 18 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 1st April 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here the last newsletter of the Spring Term. Have a lovely break everyone and a Happy and Holy Easter! See you all on Tuesday 19th April.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-1st-April-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>COVID19 Vaccinations for children</title>
        <description><![CDATA[COVID 19 vaccinations for children start on 4th April. Click here for more information.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/COVID19-Vaccinations-for-children</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter - The Feast of the Annunciation 25th March 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Today we celebrate Mary&#39;s acceptance of God&#39;s plan. We give thanks and we ask for her intercession: Hail Mary...Click here for the weekly newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-The-Feast-of-the-Annunciation-25th-Marc</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 25 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Year 6 Isle of Wight Parents&#39; Meeting 30/3/22</title>
        <description><![CDATA[There will be a Zoom meeting prior to the Y6 Isle of Wight trip on Wednesday 30th March at 6pm. Click this link to join: https://bit.ly/SMIIofW22. The meeting will be recorded so that we can share it with parents who are not able to make it.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Year-6-Isle-of-Wight-Parents-Meeting-30-3-22</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter 18th March 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for this week&#39;s newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-18th-March-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 18 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Science Week</title>
        <description><![CDATA[It&#39;s science week this week. Activity packs have been uploaded to the &#39;Learning at Home&#39; drive folders.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Science-Week</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 14 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Update for all parents 14th March 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s an update on staffing for all parents.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Update-for-all-parents-14th-March-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 14 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter 11th March 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for the weekly newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-11th-March-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Update for all parents 7th March 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here an update for all parents.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Update-for-all-parents-7th-March-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 07 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter 4th March 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for the weekly newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-4th-March-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 04 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Parent Elected Governor Vacancy</title>
        <description><![CDATA[There&#39;s a vacancy on our governing body for a parent elected governors. Click here for more info.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Parent-Elected-Governor-Vacancy</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter 25th February</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for the weekly newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-25th-February</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 25 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Inspection of LBH SEND</title>
        <description><![CDATA[LBH have asked us to share a letter with all of you in connection with their current SEND inspection being carried out by OFSTED and the CQC. If you&#39;d like to give your views on Hounslow&#39;s SEND provision please use the link on the letter. SMI is not involved in this inspection. Click here for the letter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Inspection-of-LBH-SEND</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 22 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Whole School Update 21st February 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are looking forward to seeing you all tomorrow. We hope you had a great half term break and that you stayed safe. Click here for a letter updating you on some changes which are coming in from Monday.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Whole-School-Update-21st-February-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 21 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter 11th February 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We&#39;ve reached the half way point of the school year! Here&#39;s the newsletter. Have a lovely half term everyone. The future looks brighter. On the Feast of OLOL we ask for her intercession: Hail Mary...]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-11th-February-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 11 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter 4th February 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the latest newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-4th-February-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 04 Feb 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>West Mid COVID19 Vaccinations Walk-In</title>
        <description><![CDATA[All vaccines are available for anyone who would like them, at West Middlesex University Hospital, Twickenham Rd, Isleworth, Middlesex TW7 6AF 8.30am - 6.30pm. No appointment necessary.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/West-Mid-COVID19-Vaccinations-Walk-In</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 31 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Parents&#39; Evenings 8th and 10th February</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Parents&#39; evenings will be held online via SchoolCloud on 8th and 10th February. You can book an appointment using this link: https://smisleworth.schoolcloud.co.ukfrom Monday.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Parents-Evenings-8th-and-10th-February</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 28 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 28th January 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for the weekly newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-28th-January-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 27 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Mandarin in Y5&amp;6</title>
        <description><![CDATA[It&#39;s wonderful to have Mandarin back after nearly two years. Miss Shiyu Yang from Gumley starts today teaching in Y5&amp;6. æ¬¢è¿Žæ¥åˆ°åœ£çŽ›ä¸½ (welcome to St Mary&#39;s).]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Mandarin-in-Y5-6</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 24 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter for 21st January 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for this week&#39;s newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-for-21st-January-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 21 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Whole School COVID19 Update 18-1-22</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for a whole school update for everyone.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Whole-School-COVID19-Update-18-1-22</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 18 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Change in COVID19 isolation guidance</title>
        <description><![CDATA[On 17th January COVID19 isolation guidance changed. Click here to read the latest guidance.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Change-in-COVID19-isolation-guidance</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 17 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter 14th January 2022</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the first newsletter of 2022.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-14th-January-2022</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 14 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>January 2022 COVID19 Update</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Happy New Year! We are all looking forward seeing you all tomorrow. There are some minor changes to how we will be operating. Click: smi.hounslow.sch.uk/docs/letters_whole_school/January_2022_COVID_19_Update.pdf.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/January-2022-COVID19-Update</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 04 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter 17th December 2021</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the final newsletter of 2021! If you are coming into the playground this afternoon please take a LFT, wear a mask and try to keep socially distanced too. Happy Christmas everyone! See you in 2022!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-17th-December-2021</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 17 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Christmas lunch for children</title>
        <description><![CDATA[It&#39;s Christmas lunch for children tomorrow - 15/12/21. Please book it (and pay for it if your child is not an infant) before 11pm tonight. Children can wear Christmas jumpers tomorrow, thanks to the PTA there will be crackers. Please make a small donation to a charity of your choice or to Save the Children: All about Christmas jumper day.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Christmas-lunch-for-children</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 14 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter Gaudete Sunday 10th December 2021</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for the latest newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-Gaudete-Sunday-10th-December-2021</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 10 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Tuesday 7th December</title>
        <description><![CDATA[There&#39;s a lot on today! Nursery, reception, 1,2,3&amp;4 need their Christmas production costumes for photographs. Some children still have the PTA Christmas shop (including those who didn&#39;t bring money in toady - suggested 10). Finally there&#39;s a PTA movie night tomorrow after school. We are all as busy as Santa&#39;s elves!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Tuesday-7th-December</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 06 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter Second Sunday of Advent 3rd December 2021</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the weekly newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-Second-Sunday-of-Advent-3rd-December-20</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Phonics Update</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Links to phonics online and a pronunciation guide have been updated and you can find them here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-fXD3wglBFOxfnr_5WpEa_ztJSUwky2l. Please have a look.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Phonics-Update</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 29 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Christmas Productions 2021</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s some information about the arrangements we&#39;ll have in place during the Christmas Productions and events.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Christmas-Productions-2021-29112021134548</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 29 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter First Sunday of Advent November 2021</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the weekly newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-First-Sunday-of-Advent-November-2021</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 26 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Mufti Day on Thursday 25 November 2021</title>
        <description><![CDATA[In support of St Bridget&amp;rsquo;s Christmas Fair all children are invited to wear their own clothes on Thursday 25th November in return for donations of bottles, boxes of chocolates or sweetie jars. Volunteers will be on hand from 8am at the fire exit doors of the parish hall to receive your generous donations. Thank you in advance for your support! St Bridget&amp;rsquo;s Event Committee.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Mufti-Day-on-Thursday-25-November-2021</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 23 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter 19th November 2021</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for the weekly newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-19th-November-2021</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 19 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Odd Socks Day 18-11-21</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are keeping Odd Socks Day (part of Anti-bullying week) tomorrow - Thursday 18th. Everyone&#39;s welcome to join in by wearing odd socks.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Odd-Socks-Day-18-11-21</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 17 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Remembrance Weekend</title>
        <description><![CDATA[This weekend we remember those who gave their lives that we might have freedom. Here&#39;s the newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Remembrance-Weekend</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 12 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>5th November Newsletter</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the weekly newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/5th-November-Newsletter</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Remember it&#39;s school photo day today!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Remember-it-s-school-photo-day-today</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>New to St Mary&#39;s PTA welcome</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We&#39;ll be in the main hall for this evening&#39;s PTA cheese and wine welcome. Please enter the school via the main gates so that you can go straight into the main hall.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/New-to-St-Mary-s-PTA-welcome</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>New Parents&#39; Evening</title>
        <description><![CDATA[The PTA are organising a social event for all new parents to the school on 4th November. Further details can be found here.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/New-Parents-Evening</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 02 Nov 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>22nd October 2021 Newsletter</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here for this week&#39;s newsletter. Have a lovely half term break everyone.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/22nd-October-2021-Newsletter</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 22 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>COVID 19 Update</title>
        <description><![CDATA[COVID19 cases are rising and so we are reminding you that your child should only come into school if they are 100% well. Headaches, sore throats, dizziness as well as coughing have all been linked to C19 in children. Help us keep the majority of children in school and avoid us moving to AMBER by testing at home and keeping unwell children home. If we are moved to AMBER we will have to re-introduce bubbles and staggered timings to the school day.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/COVID-19-Update</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 20 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Positive COVID 19 cases</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We have C19+ cases nursery, Y3 and Y6. These do not yet meet the thresholds for further action. Letters are going out this morning to those year groups with more information. Check the letters pages to see them.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Positive-COVID-19-cases</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 18 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>15th October Newsletter</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the weekly newsletter.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/15th-October-Newsletter</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 15 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Parents&#39; Evenings and LFT tests</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Parents&#39; evenings are this week. Please take a LFT test before coming in for your appointment. If you&#39;ve not yet booked an appointment use this link: https://smisleworth.schoolcloud.co.uk.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Parents-Evenings-and-LFT-tests</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 15 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Christmas Productions 2021</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Dates and times for this term&#39;s Christmas productions are on the school calendar: https://www.smi.hounslow.sch.uk/Calendar/]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Christmas-Productions-2021</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 13 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Parents&#39; Evenings</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Remember to use this linkhttps://smisleworth.schoolcloud.co.ukto book an appointment to speak to your child/ren&#39;s class teacher. Parents&#39; evenings are next week.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Parents-Evenings</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Here&#39;s the weekly newsletter.</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Here-s-the-weekly-newsletter</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 08 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>1st October 2021 Newsletter</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/1st-October-2021-Newsletter</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 01 Oct 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Friday 24th September Newsletter</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the weekly Newsletter. Enjoy the weekend everyone!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Friday-24th-September-Newsletter</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 24 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Maths Passports</title>
        <description><![CDATA[You can find all of the Maths Passports here. Maths Passports are a fun way of developing children&#39;s mental arithmetic. Give them a go!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Maths-Passports</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Macmillan Coffee morning 24-9-21</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Come join us for our Macmillan Coffee morning this Friday. Bring a cake! See you in the small hall from 9:30am.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Macmillian-Coffee-morning-24-9-21</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 20 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Friday 17th September Newsletter</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the weekly newsletter. Enjoy the weekend everyone!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Friday-17th-September-Newsletter</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 17 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Flu Vaccination Letter</title>
        <description><![CDATA[This letter, from the NHS, gives details of the 2021-2022 flu vaccination programme.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Flu-Vaccination-Letter</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 15 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Year 5 PGL September 2021 Photos</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here or visit the Y5 Google Drive to see photos of the recent Y5 trip to Marchants Hill.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Year-5-PGL-September-2021-Photos</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 13 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Friday 10th September Newsletter</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the weekly newsletter. Enjoy the weekend everyone!]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Friday-10th-September-Newsletter</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 10 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Celebrating Our Lady&#39;s Birthday</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Celebrating-Our-Lady-s-Birthday</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 08 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Learning at Home 6/9/2021</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Learning at Home for this week is now on the website (Learning at Home tab or click here). This is an addition to our regular weekly homework of reading, learning spellings, practicing Maths Passports and times tables every day and learning and researching the information on the history or geography knowledge planner. Homework timetables will go up next week in the same folders.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Learning-at-Home-6-9-2021</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 06 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Y4-5-Swimming</link>
        <pubDate>Mon, 06 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>PE days</title>
        <description><![CDATA[EYFS don&#39;t need PE but for years Y1-6 children need to wear PE kit into school on Friday and on these days:]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/PE-days</link>
        <pubDate>Sun, 05 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Y5 Marchants Hill 8-10th Sept 2021</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Apologies for the lateness of this information coming out to you! Here&#39;s the info booklet. Adults accompanying the children are: Miss Burdett, Miss Groarke, Mr S Lawlor and Mr Smyth. This booklet is also on the Y5 letters page.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Y5-Marchants-Hill-8-10th-Sept-2021</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Newsletter 3rd September 2021</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s the first newsletter of the new year.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Newsletter-3rd-September-2021</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Autumn/Spring menu</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here to see the new menu which is also on Parent Pay.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Autumn-Spring-menu</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Y5 PGL Marchants Hill</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s a message from the Y5 team all about the Y5 trip to PGL next week. We hope you can watch it with your child. https://youtu.be/HeEA0ylG2PU.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Y5-PGL-Marchants-Hill</link>
        <pubDate>Fri, 03 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Kick London</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Children in Y2,3,4,5 &amp;6 should wear PE kit this Friday as Kick are in.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Kick-London</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 01 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Welcome Back!</title>
        <description><![CDATA[We are really looking forward to seeing you all on Thursday and we hope you had a great summer! Please have a look at the attached FAQs prior to coming in on Thursday. Thank you.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Welcome-Back</link>
        <pubDate>Tue, 31 Aug 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Summer Term activities at St Mary&#39;s</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Have a look at the school gallery to see all of the things we&#39;ve been up to this term.&amp;nbsp;]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Summer-Term-activities-at-St-Mary-s</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Year 6 Leavers&#39; Mass</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here&#39;s a copy of the leavers&#39; Mass for Y6 parents.&amp;nbsp;]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Year-6-Leavers-Mass</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Year 6 Production of &#39;The Lion King&#39;</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Click here to see the Y6 Production of The Lion King. The children had great fun making and staring in it. We hope you enjoy watching it! Click here.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Year-6-Production-of-The-Lion-King</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 15 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Midweek Update</title>
        <description><![CDATA[A midweek update has been published in Letters Home - Whole School.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Midweek-Update</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 14 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Sports Day photos</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Photos from the sports days have been uploaded to the year group google drive folders: www.bit.ly/SMIHLarchive.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Sports-Day-photos</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 14 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Latest News</title>
        <description><![CDATA[Here is our&amp;nbsp;Midweek Update&amp;nbsp;for this week.]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/Midweek-Update-14th-July-2021</link>
        <pubDate>Wed, 14 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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        <title>Welcome to our new website</title>
        <description><![CDATA[]]></description>
        <link>https://smi.hounslow.sch.uk/News/WelcomeToOurNewWebsite</link>
        <pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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