School News – Friday 13th June ‘25

We are well into the second half of the summer term and the children have been participating in new and exciting authentic contexts for learning. The children are enjoying being involved in developing their own project questions and having a say in what and how they would like to learn. They continue to develop their literacy, numeracy and digital competence skills as well as their subject knowledge across a range of curriculum areas. 

Reception Curriculum Celebration

This week we have welcomed families to our Reception Curriculum Celebration. The children were so excited and thoroughly enjoyed sharing some of their learning from throughout this year; they spoke with confidence, sang and danced with enthusiasm, and showcased their learning across all areas of the curriculum. It was a pleasure to see the children sharing their learning and engaging in activities alongside their families. The event really was a celebration of the children’s wonderful achievements and the fantastic progress they have made this year! Da iawn pawb!

NCC Grand Council Meeting

On the 9th June, two of our Senedd Glasllwch members attended NCC’s Grand Council Event at Bassaleg School. During the day, Violet and Holly took part in a Q&A session about Newport Leisure Centre and took part in a session with Newport Live about leadership and volunteering. The girls also engaged with children from schools across Newport to reflect on being a ‘role model’ and learnt about Barnardo’s charity. As always, both children represented Glasllwch brilliantly!

Criw Cymraeg Cluster Sports

Members of our Criw Cymraeg pupil group had a fantastic time taking part in a cluster sports day at Gaer Primary School – they combined physical activity with developing their Welsh language skills! Throughout the morning, the children had the opportunity to communicate in Welsh while taking part in various sporting activities. It was wonderful to see their enthusiasm as they encouraged each other and engaged in friendly competition—all while celebrating the Welsh language in a fun and active way. Da iawn to everyone involved!

STEM Project

Our Year 5 and 6 pupils have been engaging in an exciting STEM project ‘Glas Prix’ as part of our Science & Technology Curriculum — designing and building their very own car! Through hands-on learning, they’ve explored engineering principles, problem-solving techniques, and the mechanics of motion. Their creativity, teamwork, and enthusiasm so far has been fantastic. We have been very lucky to have Mr Hyland in school supporting the children with his expertise – thank you Mr Hyland. A huge well done to all involved – future innovators in the making!

John Frost School Sports

Year 4 had a fantastic time at their sports transition morning at The John Frost School. The children embraced the opportunity to experience a variety of activities, while getting a taste of secondary school life. It was wonderful to see their enthusiasm, teamwork, and determination as they tackled new skills and enjoyed friendly competition. Fantastic!

Playground Safety

Once again – in the interest of safety, children are not allowed to use the timber trail, run up and down the grass bank, or play ball games before and after school.  Your support in encouraging your child to remain on the playground at these times is much appreciated. Thank you!

Welsh Phrase of the Week

‘Beth yw enw dy ffrind?’ – ‘What is the name of your friend?’

INSET Days 2025/26

Our INSET Days for the academic year 2025-26 are as follows:

• Monday 1st September ‘25

• Friday 24th October ‘25

• Friday 13th February ’26

• Friday 20th March ’26 (Cluster INSET Day)

• Monday 1st June ‘26

• Monday 20th July ‘26

Upcoming Dates

18.6.25 – Year 6 to Cardiff University

18.6.25 – Y1 Strings Project

19.6.25 – Year 3-6 ICE Wales Assembly

19.6.25 – Reception Intake 2025 Welcome Meeting, 4:30pm

Summer Term Dates

18.6.25 – Y6 to Cardiff University

19.6.25 – Reception Intake Meeting 4:30pm

23.6.25 – Community Forum 3-4pm

24.6.25 – Sports Day

26.6.25 – Y5 Expressive Arts Day at John Frost School – concert for parents 4:30pm

30.6.25 – Rec/Y1/Y2 Learning Conversations, 2pm onwards

30.6.25 – Y5 Safe Cycling

1.7.25 – Nursery Learning Conversations, 10:45am & 2:30pm

2.7.25 – Y3-Y6 Learning Conversations

4.7.25 – PTA School Fayre

7.7.25 – Annual Reports to Parents

9.7.25 – Sports Day (back up date)

9.7.25 – Y1 Strings Concert 2:30pm

14.7.25 – Transition Morning

15.7.25 – Foundation Phase visit to Cefn Mably Farm

16.7.25 – Y6 Leaver’s Concert 10am

18.7.25 – Summer term ends

Please access the diary dates on our school calendar.

Thank you for your continued support. The partnership that we have enables us to continue to ‘reach for the stars’ and to build on our success; ensuring all children flourish and achieve their full potential.

Yours sincerely, 

Mrs J. Munslow

Headteacher