Thank you to the PTA for organising the paper bag fund raiser. We have raised over £150. Diolch to everyone who participated.
Penblwydd hapus Mr Gardener!!!
Happy 60th birthday to our wonderful caretaker who always goes above and beyond in everything he does!
Newsletter - 26th March 2015
26th March 2015
This term has, again, been
choc-a-bloc full of activity for the children!
Willow Class visited Temple
Baptist to find out about Easter, whilst Foundation Phase shared their Mothers’
Day gifts in a special celebration held at school. There were many tears shed when the children
were sharing their ‘I love my Mam’ writing!!
Our Welsh Week was extremely successful, especially in chairing our very
first ‘Bard of the Eisteddfod’. Our
Science Week certainly caused a ‘buzz’ around the school – the children have
had a wide range of experiences, from visiting scientists delivering assemblies
and workshops, representatives from the University of South Wales, Techniquest
as school, ‘STEM’ ambassadors and, of course, lots of science in class. We even experienced the Solar Eclipse! Children
in Key Stage 2 also benefitted from visiting Pontypridd Museum, where they
created their own ‘Magical Creatures’ from K’nex.
Sycamore Class
As you are aware, Mr Carter has been
unwell throughout most of this half term.
Despite our best efforts, we were not able to secure consistent supply
cover. Over the last two weeks, the
class has been covered by Miss Papworth-Morgan who has ensured the children’s
learning continues well – as well as
working on reading and spelling tests. We
all wish Mr Carter a speedy recovery.
Parents’ Evening
Parents’ Evening was a little different
this year, with all staff being available in the hall. This has appeared to work well, with a
positive atmosphere throughout the two evenings. There was a fantastic turnout, and it was
lovely to see so many of you taking such an interest in your child’s
education. Thank you also for completing
the questionnaires – the responses can be seen on the reverse of this letter.Dinner Money
Please note: the cost of school lunches will be increasing to £2.40 per lunch after Easter. This needs to be paid to the school either through the electronic systems or by sending the money in on each Monday morning. It is essential that this is paid on time each week.
Attendance and 100% Days
I am thrilled to report that
there has been a marked increase in the number of children achieving 100%
attendance over the term since Christmas.
In December, 43 children received this recognition – this has increased
to 108 children this term. Many thanks
to families for supporting us in working towards the challenging targets set by
the local Authority.
Well done to all the children in
Ash class (100% attendance winners again!)– and again, thanks to all families
for supporting this. Look out for our next 100% days after
Easter!!!
School Photographer
Unfortunately the photographer’s
camera did not work properly on Thursday!!
We are awaiting a new date and will let you know as soon as possible,
Consideration of our Neighbours
You may have noticed that the
PCSO and traffic enforcement officers have been monitoring parking outside the
school, both at the back of the school, and at the front. This is as a result of comments from our
neighbours, as well as concerns raised by parents. The gates at the front of the school are
locked at 8.30 am to ensure safety for children attending school for
9.00am. Please ensure you park carefully
and consider the safety of children at all times.
27th Mar last day before Easter Break –
please ensure your children attend right up to the last day
13th April Children return to school on the Monday
16th April Theatre
Group at school
22nd April PC
Thomas – “I didn’t think” – Yr5
4th May No
school – Bank Holiday
6-7th May Estyn
Revisit
6th May PC
Thomas–“Who, What, where”? - Yr2
7th May Election
Day – school will remain open
22nd May Last
Day before half term
1st June INSET Day
2nd June Children
return after half term
16th June 6pm
- Meeting for new Year 3 parents
17th June Year
6 – 13 children – cycling proficiency
17th June PC
Thomas – “It’s your choice” – Yr 6
24th June Year
6 – 13 children – cycling proficiency
22-25th June Transition
for pupils moving to Ponty High
29th June RCT Music
festival
1st and 2nd July “Lion King” performed by KS2–at Hawthorn High School
3rd July Provisional
date for PTA BBQ
9th July Provisional
date for Sports’ Day
17th July Last
Day of term.
**Welsh Government tests for
Years 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 will be between 5th May and 12th May 2015. Please
avoid any absences during this time*
Remember to check out our Moodle
and Blog to keep up to date with activities in school.
Nursery Provision
At this time, RCT is planning on
introducing part time provision for Nursery pupils (mornings from the term
following their 3rd birthday), and then full time at the beginning
of the term following their 4th birthday. Please note that I believe there is a legal
challenge being introduced by some parents’ groups – I will keep you as
up-to-date with this process as I am able.
We still have a number of Microsoft Office codes available for
those families who wish to use this free offer.
Just send your email address to school and we can forward the details to
you.
I hope you all have an enjoyable
Easter break, and we look forward to seeing the children back in school on the
13th April 2015. Remember to
check out our Moodle and Blog to find out our winners of Seren yr Wythnos /
Star of the Week as well as keep up-to-date with school activities.
Yours
Mrs Loveridge
The Eclipse 2015
An incredible experience for all. We had 2 students from the University of Wales ' s astronomy department to talk to the children about the eclipse. We acquired 40 glasses from the lovely people at Dark Sky Wales, which meant that every child in our school experienced the eclipse. There was an incredible buzz in the school: something they'll remember!
Mother's day tea party
A wonderful afternoon! The children sang songs and read out why they love their Mams. All children have made picture frames, a beautiful African card and have written about their Mams. They presented these then shared cakes, tea and squash!
100% Attendance Days
Dear Parent/Carer
Thank you for
supporting our most recent 100% day – the winning classes were
Oak, Hazel and Ash.
Our next challenge
will be on:
Thursday 26th March
and Friday 27th March.
This is the last 2 days before the
Easter break and is a significant challenge!!
Please help as much as you can.
Each class that has 100%
attendance for these 2 days will have a special Friday afternoon treat!
We have noted that
attendance on Fridays is lower than all other days of the week. This is a pattern that we, at school, as well
as you as parents need to be aware of. Fridays
are an extremely important part of our week where much of the learning
throughout the whole week is brought together.
Please help us encourage this need to attend school every day in your
children.
Please note: if your
child is genuinely ill, they should not attend school.
Thank you for your
continued support.
Mrs Loveridge
Red Nose Day
Dear Parent/Carer
RED NOSE DAY – FRIDAY
13TH MARCH
You may be aware that Comic Relief / Red Nose Day this year
is on Friday 13th.
Whilst we are not ‘doing’ Red Nose Day as a whole school
activity, we are happy if you wish your child to participate by wearing red
clothes / red nose etc.
If you wish to send a donation, we will be happy to send it
on to the charity on your behalf
Newsletter - 6th March 2015
6th March 2015
The first two weeks back after
half term have been so busy!
We began with our Welsh Week /
Wythnos Cymraeg and had a wonderful celebration with our Eisteddfod on
Friday. The children’s entries to the
competitions were fantastic and our very first ‘bard’ was chaired. Check out our Blog for pictures!
This week we have had a number of
school trips, including a lovely visit to St Fagan’s for Holly class as well as
a visit to Pontypridd Museum. We were
also thrilled to send a team to Coleg y Cymoedd for the Enterprise Troopers
competition. They did themselves proud
and had a great day. Our thanks go to
Tesco Tony for supporting us with so much enthusiasm throughout the competition.
Our celebration of World Book Day
has been the highlight of the week. The children
looked amazing in their costumes yesterday.
They all also thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to share their reading
with other children across the school. The
children should have come home with the World Book day tokens. Thank you for supporting us with this.
Sycamore Class
Some of you may be aware that Mr
Carter is unwell at the moment. Despite
our best efforts, we have not been able to secure consistent supply cover this
week. I apologise for this, but am
pleased to say that we have been able to ensure the children will receive
consistent teaching staff next week. The class will be covered Miss Woodyatt. We all wish Mr Carter a speedy recovery.
The pupils have displayed a love
of books and reading since the improvements to our school library and our other
literacy based activities. The Cardiff Children's Festival of Literature offers
lots of talks and workshops by the authors and illustrators of a range of books
such as 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid', 'horrible histories,' and so on. Ash and Cherry class will be taking advantage
of a school session when they visit the author of 'Giraffe Can't Dance.'
This festival runs in the Easter
holidays. Perfect for keeping the children busy!
Consideration of our Neighbours
I have received reports from our neighbours
who live very close to the school that a number of parents have been quite
unpleasant to them. Please note that these
families need continued access to their properties and are also concerned about
the safety of their own families – whether they are young children or elderly
relatives. I am particularly concerned
that some parents have spoken in anger to these neighbours and ask that we all
remember to be calm when talking to others.
Wow! This week 3 classes have achieved 100% status
for Thursday and Friday! Well done to
all the children in Ash, Hazel and Oak classes – and thank you to all parents
for supporting this. Our next 100% days will be on 26th
and 27th March – the last 2 days of term!!! Quite a challenge – but hopefully one we
can meet together!
12th Mar Sycamore Class to St Fagan’s
16th–20th Mar Maths
and Science Week
17th Mar Parents’ Evening
18th Mar Willow Class to “Easter Cracked” (Temple Baptist)
18th Mar Parents’ Evening
24th Mar Trallwn Yr2 visit Coedpenmaen (am)
Year 1/2 to
Literary Festival in Cardiff (pm)
Hazel Class to St Fagan’s
26th Mar ‘Faces’
photography – class photographs – please send your child to school in uniform.
27th Mar last
day before Easter Break – please ensure your children attend right up to the
last day
13th April Children
return to school after Easter Break
**Welsh Government tests for
Years 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 will be between 5th May and 12th May 2015. Please
avoid any absences during this time**
Remember to check out our Moodle
and Blog to keep up to date with activities in school.
Well done to our winners of Seren
yr Wythnos / Star of the Week. Check on
the Moodle to find out who has won!
Over the next few days you will
receive your invitation to our Parents’ Evenings where you will have an opportunity
to discuss the progress your chid is making.
During the evening, there will be a questionnaire for you to fill out
where you are able to share your views of the school. Also during these evenings, our attendance
and wellbeing officer will be in attendance – she will be asking to see all
those parents of children whose attendance is below 90%.
We still have a number of
Microsoft Office codes available for those families who wish to use this free
offer. Just send your email address to
school and we can forward the details to you.
It appears that there has again
been a legal challenge to the changes to Nursery provision which have been
planned by the Local Authority. We have
received very limited information from the Council with regard to this and, as previously
advised, I will endeavour to keep families as up-to-date as possible. Unfortunately, I have no further information
at this time.
It continues to be an absolute
pleasure to work with you all as parents, and of course with the children
Yours
Mrs Loveridge
World book day
Another fabulous day at Coedpenmaen. The children looked fantastic and the buddy reading was a huge hit!
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