Cherry Tree Primary School News Feed - Latest News

'Pupils thrive at Cherry Tree.'

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 21:27:15 GMT

Cherry Tree is a 'Good School'. OFSTED have released their report, and we would like to say a big thank you to our pupils, families, staff, governors and to the Inclusive MAT. Without the efforts of our whole school community sharing values and aims, the school would not be the place it is today; a place where the children really are kind, aim high and are brave.

Our School Achieves the 'Emotional Mental Wellbeing in Education Mark'

Fri, 5 Dec 2025 15:41:02 GMT

We are proud to announce that our school has been awarded the Emotional Mental Wellbeing in Education (EMWiE) Mark, recognising our commitment to supporting the emotional and mental wellbeing of our pupils, staff and wider community.

National Nurturing Award 2024

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 17:37:47 GMT

We were proud to welcome Nurture UK to Cherry Tree this week to receive our National Nurture Award accreditation with our Inclusive MAT colleagues.

Mermaids Mini Marathon

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 13:56:18 GMT

They only went and did it, and we couldn’t be more proud of these brave, strong, inspirational Cherry Tree Primary School girls who completed the London Mini Marathon.

Lessons at Number 10

Tue, 2 Jul 2024 13:47:56 GMT

Sixteen very lucky Year 5 & 6 children had the amazing opportunity to visit Number 10 for special 'Lessons at 10', hosted by Mrs Murty, the Prime Minister's wife.

Community Education Champions

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 14:31:05 GMT

Miss Tyler represented Cherry Tree at a reception for ‘Community Education Champions’ hosted by the Rt Hon Damian Hinds MP (who is the Minister of State for Schools) at Number 10 Downing Street. The event was held to appreciate and spotlight teachers demonstrating notable dedication at their respective schools and communities. He also acknowledged the colossal impact education leaders are making across the UK.

A Brilliant Summer Fair at Cherry Tree Primary

Thu, 13 Jul 2023 11:32:52 GMT

The Cherry Tree Summer Fair featured on Dean Russell, MP for Watford's website after he joined Cheska Tyler and Mayor Peter Taylor in awarding prizes for the fun run.

HERTFORDSHIRE EARLY YEARS GOLD AWARD

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 21:55:20 GMT

We are VERY proud to announce that Cherry Tree have been presented with the 'Early Years Quality Standard GOLD Award'.

Cherry Tree Pupils help author with book covering plight of Indian street children

Fri, 5 May 2023 11:39:38 GMT

Hertfordshire author and Cherry Tree volunteer, Caroline Boxall, has embarked on a year-long collaboration with Year Six pupils from Cherry Tree Primary School to write a book about the plight of Indian street children.

MISS TYLER GETS HER GOLD

Fri, 5 May 2023 11:30:36 GMT

After months of hard work, early starts and long weekend runs Miss Tyler has successfully completed the London Marathon.

Dog Mentor Gold Award

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 12:15:21 GMT

We are proud to announce that following the successful induction of wonderful Dog Mentor, Bonnie, we at Cherry Tree Primary School have achieved our GOLD Award from The Dog Mentor UK.

INSPIRATION: Headteacher takes on marathon to raise money for school

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 11:05:56 GMT

Location publication 'my local NEWS' has written an article featuring Miss Tyler's upcoming London marathon.

World Book Day

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 10:49:12 GMT

Children at Cherry Tree featured in the Watford Observer World Book Day supplement.

Major visits Cherry Tree with support for Biodiversity Garden Project

Mon, 6 Mar 2023 13:44:59 GMT

Thanks to a nomination from our Friends Cherry Tree Primary School have been awarded £4,500 in funding from Watford Council’s Neighbourhood Grant to create a biodiversity garden.

Cherry Tree Get Gold!

Mon, 6 Mar 2023 12:45:19 GMT

We are exceptionally proud to announce that Cherry Tree have been awarded the GOLD 'Learning Outside of the Classroom' Award - Thank you @CLOtC ! Our staff are committed to enhancing our children's curriculum and take every opportunity to ensure they really are #LearningForLife !

Mayor Visits Year 2

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 21:24:45 GMT

Mayor of Watford, Peter Taylor, visited the Year 2 classes of Cherry Tree today so that the children could read him the letters they wrote to him detailing the changes that they would like to see in Watford. We are very proud of the confidence these young students showed.

Eco Schools Award

Thu, 6 Oct 2022 17:13:26 GMT

We are very pleased to announce that, due to the work of both the Eco Council and whole school community, Cherry Tree Primary School has been awarded its very first Green Flag Award.

Message for the Children's Parliament from Dean Russell MP and Nadhim Zahawi

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 13:14:30 GMT

Our Children’s Parliament were chuffed with their special message last week from Dean Russell MP and Secretary of State for Education Nadhim Zahawi. It meant the world to our little leaders.

Proms in the Playground

Tue, 6 Jul 2021 10:04:40 GMT

Cherry Tree recently featured in the i Newspaper news in relation to a series of school-based concerts taking place between 5 and 23 July 2021. Dubbed “Proms in the Playground”, community brass bands and other local musicians will visit schools to captivate young people with a festival of music.

Postcard Campaign Update

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 13:16:27 GMT

Mrs Hill speaks to BBC 3 Counties Radio to update them on the success of the postcard campaign.

Yr 6 postcard campaign goes viral

Thu, 13 May 2021 09:23:44 GMT

Year 6 students who unfortunately had their school trip to Swanage cancelled due to Covid have received hundreds of postcards from seaside towns all over the UK.

Daily Mile

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 14:18:35 GMT

As part of Miss Tyler's involvement in the Virgin London Mini Marathon, ITV News visited Cherry Tree to film footage of the children completing their daily miles. This was aired on Thursday 15th October 2020.

Trust schools record key worker thank you song

Tue, 5 May 2020 10:18:32 GMT

Led by Mrs Makinson from Laurance Haines, staff and pupils from Laurance Haines, Beechfield and Cherry Tree wrote and recorded a song to thank our key workers.

The amazing song was featured in the Watford Observer, read the full article.

Here is the link to the song: https://youtu.be/j7mVbwG342s

IMAT Donates Hundreds of Food Boxes

Tue, 5 May 2020 10:08:20 GMT

The Inclusive Multi Academy Trust teamed up with the Watford Salvation Army to raise £3,215 in just 72 hours to raise funds for boxes of food.

With the help of the community - including Watford MP Dean Russell and Mayor of Watford Peter Taylor - the trust put together and distributed 120 boxes to be donated to families over the Easter period.

Nicola Furey, the pastoral lead at Laurance Haines School, cycled 26.2 miles on an exercise bike in her home to raise an additional £1,200, which will help fund a further 176 food boxes. Read the full article covered by the Watford Observer.

A message from Dean Russell, MP

Sun, 19 Apr 2020 19:32:12 GMT

MP for Watford, Dean Russell records message for children, parents and staff at Cherry Tree and across the Trust.

Appointment of Headteacher

Thu, 26 Mar 2020 16:07:10 GMT

Further to the announcement that Ms Bruce will be retiring at the end of the Summer term, we are delighted to confirm that Miss Cheska Tyler has been appointed as Headteacher of Cherry Tree School, joining us from the beginning of September 2020. Please read the attached letter for more information.

Latest COVID-19 Coronavirus Information

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 11:52:57 GMT

Please visit our COVID 19 Coronavirus Information page for the latest updates from the school and the Inclusive Multi Academy Trust.

Cherry Tree Awarded Woodland Trust Gold Award

Thu, 16 Apr 2020 20:49:19 GMT

We achieved the prestigious Gold Award!

Collaborative Art Exhibition at Watford Museum

Sat, 23 Mar 2019 08:45:00 GMT

A FREE art exhibition displaying work from EVERY child at Beechfield, Cherry Tree and Laurance Haines Schools is open to the public at Watford Museum until 27th April.

Cherry Tree School awarded British Council International School Award

Thu, 3 Jan 2019 15:38:59 GMT

The International School Award celebrates the achievements of schools that do exceptional work in international education.

Cherry Tree School Receives British Council International School Accreditation Award

Mon, 26 Nov 2018 12:07:18 GMT

Cherry Tree School's collaboration with their Spanish partner was recognised.

Remembrance

Sat, 10 Nov 2018 08:24:06 GMT

The children have been reflecting on Remembrance in this centenary year.

A letter from the Duke and Duchess of Sussex

Fri, 5 Oct 2018 14:48:30 GMT

Look what arrived in the post!

Cherry Tree's Early Years Team Received the Quality Gold Standard Award

Tue, 31 Jul 2018 15:58:37 GMT

Cherry Tree's Early Years Team attended a ceremony and were presented with a prestigious award.

The Grand Opening of our Edible Playground

Sun, 1 Jul 2018 08:51:28 GMT

Cherry Tree School are proud to announce that we now have an Edible Playground.

Cherry Tree children are reporters for a day

Tue, 1 Jan 2019 17:57:12 GMT

Year 3 children reported about the meteor which they found in the playground!