Welcome to the School News section, your source of information about and achievements within our school. Here, we bring you reports on recent events and stories about our school life. Stay informed and celebrate the successes of our school community with us.
Today, our pupils enjoyed a wonderful surprise at school – they were visited by Santa Claus! Every child received a small gift that brought lots of joy and smiles. In addition, the children were able to take part in various fun games and activities, which they joined in with great enthusiasm.
Our Year 1, 2 and 3 children delighted audiences with a wonderful Winter Show, performed three times — once for the whole school and twice for parents. The performances were full of joy, confidence and festive spirit, and were warmly received by everyone who attended.
Our pupils enjoyed a wonderful Christmas lunch together with their teachers and staff members, creating a truly festive atmosphere across the school. Children had the opportunity to try a delicious selection of traditional Christmas dishes prepared by our fantastic kitchen team.
Both Year 6 classes, Iroko and Jacaranda, took part in a unique two-day art project last week, exploring the history and artistic traditions of the Benin Bronzes. Building on their earlier learning in humanities, pupils created their own artworks inspired by the rich heritage of the Benin Kingdom.
Our Year 6 pupils took part in a special “Breakfast with Maths” session at UCS on Wednesday, 3rd December. The visit included a shared breakfast and an inspiring mentoring workshop led by UCS staff and students.
Pupils from Richard Cobden Primary School took part in Camden’s annual Takeover Challenge on 21 November 2025 at the Crowndale Centre.
Our school focused on Online Safety, with children sharing clear and thoughtful ideas about how young people can stay safe, responsible and confident online.
This week, our Year 6 Jacaranda and Iroko classes took part in the Junior Citizen workshop in Kentish Town. The event was part of the Junior Citizenship Scheme, supported by Transport for London, which helps children learn how to stay safe and make sensible decisions in real-life situations.
Our Year 6 classes, Jacaranda and Iroko, recently visited the British Museum to explore the fascinating Benin Bronzes. The trip allowed the children to extend their knowledge from lessons at school and to connect it with their writing project, “Children of the Benin Kingdom.”
The exhibition gave pupils the opportunity to see the incredible craftsmanship of the Benin artists and to learn more about the rich and mysterious history of the Kingdom of Benin. The children were amazed by the detail and beauty of the bronzes, especially those showing interactions between the Benin people and Portuguese traders.
Children from Years 4, 5 and 6 had an action-packed Sports Day on our school pitch, filled with energy, determination and lots of cheering! Pupils took part in a range of exciting athletic events, including throwing, long jump, speed bounce and sprints – showing great sportsmanship and effort throughout the day.
Our Nursery and Reception classes had a fantastic time on the school pitch, taking part in a variety of exciting sports activities – from football to running and throwing games. The children showed brilliant energy, teamwork and enthusiasm throughout the morning.
What happens when you mix bouncy castles, samosas, glittery face paint, penalty shootouts, crafts, and a rat that needs catching? You get an unforgettable day at Richard Cobden! Our Culture Day and Summer Fair was a joyful celebration of fun, food and community spirit – and it couldn’t have happened without the incredible support of our Parents’ Association, families, staff and, of course, our wonderful children.
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We are delighted to announce that Richard Cobden has achieved the School Games Gold Mark Award for the 2024/25 academic year.
The School Games Mark is a government-led award scheme, launched in 2012 and facilitated by the Youth Sport Trust, which rewards schools for their commitment to the development of competition within school and across the wider community. We are thrilled to have been recognised for our success.