I am excited to report that our Cross Country team completed their final qualifying match on Monday. Conditions were a little wetter this time, but I was so proud of how they competed and showed resilience in fighting all the way to the finish line.
As a result, Lili (2nd in Race 1) and Blake ( 3 wins out of 3) had already qualified for the Area Final courtesy of their individual performances. But thanks to their hard work as a TEAM, I am pleased to say that both the Boys and the Girls Teams have qualified for the Area final on 29th March. Not bad in our first year of training!
Congratulations and Well done Team Brynmill!
A link to photos kindly taken by Mrs Sullivan can be followed here, I’ve checked permissions.
Last week we welcomed Emma Cownie, a local Artist who came to visit Y5/6 as part of Welsh Week.
Emma was very impressed by our children, and took the time to email the school to let us know.
Dear Miss Simons,
I was invited to come and talk to your Y5 pupils this morning by Mrs Lewis. I am writing to you to say how much I enjoyed visiting your bright and friendly school.
I was really impressed by the enthusiasm and excellent behavior shown by your pupils. They asked lots of really thoughtful and interesting questions. I hope that I have inspired a few future artists.
The pupils were a real credit to you and your school. Please also pass on my thank to all the staff who attended the chat, including Mrs Lewis who I didn’t have a chance to speak to before I left,
Best wishes,
Emma Cownie
The children really enjoyed her talk, and even had a go at replicating one of her pieces of art.
Wow, what a busy week, with lots of activities to celebrate our Welsh Week.
On Tuesday we had our St David’s Day Concert with various classes performing, and the Chairing of the Bard ceremony, Llongyfarchiadau Alexia! This was repeated on Wednesday for the parents to watch, and we would like to thank you for your support, we had a queue stretching all the way to the shelter, and hurriedly had to organise extra chairs for you all.
The winners of last years flag competition saw their designs incorporated into one design which is proudly flying from our flagpole.
We had lots of entries for the Welsh Week Competition, which will be judged next week, so still time for any late entries.
Mrs Bruce-Lloyd who is one of our Parent Governors came into Y1/2 and cooked Welsh Cakes for the three classes and staff, they were delicious. (Culinary skills are not a requirement for being a Parent Governor, but are an added bonus 🙂 )
Nursery & Reception practised their Welsh Folk Dancing Skills, Y3/4 had a Twmpath, and Year 5/6 had a visit by local artist Emma Cownie,
Some our Eco Warriors were interviewed by The Wave and met Jamie who presents the afternoon show. They were excellent ambassadors for the school, and will also feature in their Women of Steel promotional voice clips which will be aired at a later date.
Next week we will be supporting Comic Relief, children (and staff) are invited to dress up as their favourite hero, and donate £1.00 to the Charity. There will also be a talent show in the afternoon, and games stalls, so if the children would like to bring in an extra £1.00 to play the games they are more than welcome.
Attendance – Congratulations to LFPR with 97.4%, and to Y5/6M with 99.3% attendance this week. Da iawn!
Fruit – Just a little reminder that if you would like your child to have fruit this half term, please pay £6.00 on sQuid.
Y5/6 Residential Trip. Any outstanding amount must be paid by the 15th March.
Children late for school – We have a number of parents/pupils who are frequently late and arrive after school started. This causes disruption to the office staff, the class teacher, the class, and any assemblies/concerts or school trips, and can be a cause of anxiety for the child. School starts at 8.50am, and children should either be in the Free Breakfast Club, or in the yard by 8.40am ready for the start of school. Please remember that Foundation Phase Children (Nursery to Y2) should be accompanied by a parent whilst they are in the yard before school starts. If your child arrives after the register has closed they will be classified as having unauthorised absence. If their attendance drops to under 90% you may be liable to a penalty notice.
After School Clubs next Week –
Monday – Cross County Competition, please see Dojo for more information
Wednesday – Cross Country
Thursday – Football Club
Pupil Voice -On Tuesday 26th March Wednesday 27th March we will be having some a Pupil Voice Event, where parents and governors are invited to come in and have an update on what the various Pupil Voice Groups have been doing, and what they have got planned. The event will be at 2.30pm and again at 5.30pm. There will be presentations from the
The Welsh Government has produced a leaflet for parents and carers which gives advice and suggestions on what foods to include in a nutritious packed lunch, based on the Eatwell Guide. The leaflet also gives money-saving tips and guidelines on choosing healthy options for your children.
Change of address – Just a reminder if you move house, please bring in proof of your new address to the school office. Thank you
Nursery & Reception – the children had a rainbow day today, where the children either dressed up in clothes with rainbows on them or in one of the colours of the rainbow, to celebrate the end of their topic on the weather. They looked very colourful 🙂
Packed Lunches – If you child has a yoghurt for lunch, please remember to give them a teaspoon to eat it with. If any of our teaspoons have come home with your child, please can we have them back. Thank you
KS2 Pencil cases – Over half term, please can you restock your child’s pencil case with pens, pencils, pink & green highlighters, eraser, sharpener and a gluestick. Thank you
Rags 2 Riches – We are again collecting old clothes for the Rags 2 Riches scheme which raises money for the school, collection bags are being sent home today, please fill and return to the school from Friday 8th March, ready for the collection on Tuesday 12th March. Thank you.
Personalised Assessments – Welsh government are introducing new online personalised assessments for all learners from Year 2 to Year 6 over time. This year, the current paper based assessment for procedural will be replaced. During the next half term pupils in these year groups will have to opportunity to try out and become more familiar with the new personalised assessments. A copy of FAQs and an animated short introduction to personalised assessments is available. Please click on the following link.
St David’s Day Competition -Foundation Phase Children are asked to draw or make a model of a castle. KS2 children can either draw or make a model of a lovespoon, or design a £5.00 note depicting a famous Welsh person. Please can we have entries in by Monday 4th March. Diolch!
We are going cashless! In line with other schools, and following on from the success of going cashless for school dinners, we are rolling this out for trips and offers. We will implement this from Monday 4th March. Please contact the school office if you need any help with registering, or have any other queries. Thank you.
Whats on after half term?
Monday – Deadline for the St David’s Day Competition.
Tuesday 5th March – St David’s Day Concert for School – please can children wear Welsh Costume, Welsh Rugby/Football top, or a red T Shirt/jumper on both Tuesday 5th & Wednesday 6th March.
Wednesday 6th March – St David’s Day Concert for Parents – Classes taking part = Y3/4J, LFPR ( Reception & AM Nursery), Y1/2B, Y1/2H, Y5/6D, Y5/6E.
Thursday – Football
We hope you all have a lovely half term break, and see you on Monday 4th March.
