Llanfaes C.P. School

Bingo Night

£5 Challenge Market Place

Year 2 Staffing News

As of Monday 18th May Mrs Parry will return to her mainstream Teaching Assistant position in Year 2, after her secondment to Camau Bach. 

We would like to express our sincere thanks to Mrs Kirk-Ellis for the support, care, and dedication she has shown to the Year 2 pupils in her position as class Teaching Assistant since September. Her hard work, patience, and commitment have made a positive impact, and her contribution during this time has been greatly valued by both staff and children alike.

Kind regards,

Mrs North

Camau Bach Staffing News

Dear Parents and Carers,

We are delighted to welcome Miss Parry back to Camau Bach on Monday 18th May following her maternity leave. We know many of you will join us in wishing her and her family well, and we are very pleased to have her returning to the school community.

We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to Miss Bailey for acting as setting leader during this period. Her commitment, professionalism, and support have been greatly appreciated by both staff and pupils.

In addition, we would like to thank Mrs Parry for her secondment to Camau Bach throughout this time. We are grateful for the care and dedication she has shown. She will now return to her role in mainstream as Teaching Assistant in Year 2.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support.

Yours sincerely,

Mrs North

Plentyn Yr Wythnos

Congratulations to our Plentyn yr Wythnos winners.

Camau Bach - Oakley

Reception - Mavie

Year 1 - Jessie

Year 2 - Ffion

Year 3 – Lexi-Jay

Year 4 - Micah

Year 5 - Oli

Year 6 – Liv

The winning house with most house points was Dewi.

Car Wash Information

The Little Princess Trust

Lexi-Jay in year 3 is raising money for The Little Princess Trust by cutting and donating her hair. This is a very brave and kind thing for her to do to help others.

We will have a charity box in the foyer if you would like to make a donation to support this

Market Place

The Book fair has arrived

Bingo night

Y5 and Y6 Rugby

Powys School Nursing Team

Dear Parent/Guardian,
 The Powys School Nursing Team have been contacted by Chris who works for digital health and care Wales seeking support as many parents as possible.
 He is working on a project to improve the vaccination process for everyone involved and is interested in your views and experiences.
 If you are able to support in this research, your input would be much appreciated and would help develop a new all Wales approach to the Vaccination process.
 Kind Regards
The Powys School Nursing Team.
powysschoolnursingservice@wales.nhs.
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/6984/help-improve-the-school-aged-vaccinations-service--003-.pdf

Plentyn Yr Wythnos

Camau Bach - Gruff

Reception - Arthur

Year 1 - Mikaela

Year 2 - Ffion

Year 3 – Gracie

Year 4 - Hamish

Year 5 - Poppy

Year 6 – Alys

The winning house with most house points was Cradoc.
 

Safeguarding

https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/6984/safeguarding-policy---children-.pdf

Dear Parent/Carer,

As part of our ongoing commitment to keeping children safe and ensuring they understand how to seek help and support, we are sending home a copy of our Child-Friendly Safeguarding Policy.

This version of the policy has been written in a way that is accessible and easy for children to understand. It explains how we help keep children safe in school, who they can talk to if they are worried, and the support available to them.

The policy is also available on our school website and is displayed around school so that children can access it whenever needed.

As classes are currently taking part in the Relationships and Sex Education (RSE) topic “Changing Me”, we felt this would be a valuable opportunity to revisit the safeguarding policy with children and help remind them of the trusted adults and support systems available both in and out of school.

We encourage you to take some time to read through the policy with your child and discuss any questions they may have.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us promote a safe and supportive environment for all children.

Kind regards,
Mrs North

Bingo night

May Newsletter

Cymro/Cymraes yr wythnos awards

Reception - Everly
Year 1 - Leia
Year 2 - Jacob
Year 3 - Caden
Year 4 - Spencer
Year 5 - Lloyd
Year 6 - Catrin

Llongyfarchiadau pawb!

Plentyn Yr Wythnos

Camau Bach - Megan

Reception - Arthur

Year 1 - Osian

Year 2 - Chase

Year 3 – Ava

Year 4 - Eleri

Year 5 - Cemlyn

Year 6 – Arthur

The winning house with most house points was Cradoc.

Barry Island Bus Trip

Online parenting meeting

RSE

Fundraising Curry Night

Plentyn Yr Wythnos

Netball poster

Moving up workshop

Cymraeg I Blant poster

Market Place

Year 1's visit to the market

Plentyn Yr Wythnos

Camau Bach - Finley

Reception - Catrin

Year 1 - Frankie

Year 2- Aydan

Year 3 – Ahaana

Year 4 - Gryff

Year 5 - Lottie

Year 6 – Osian

The winning house with most house points was Hywel. Extra playtime next week!

April Newsletter

Letter from Powys

Headlice

Headlice

Royal Mint Trip

Swimming letter

Wildlife Trust

End of term

Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets for our Easter raffle. We are delighted to share that we raised an amazing £199! In response to a reading survey carried out with the children, we will using the money to develop a more inviting reading area and purchasing new books.
The raffle was drawn this morning, and our winners are pictured looking very pleased with their prizes.
Llongyfarchiadau pawb!
Thank you again for all your support during this term, and we wish you a safe and happy Easter.
Pasg Hapus!

Parent Forum

Headlice

Cymro/Cymraes yr wythnos awards

Reception - Ioan
Year 1 - Evie
Year 2 - Elin
Year 3 - Willow
Year 4 - Ava
Year 5 - Poppy
Year 6 - Catrin

Bendigedig Pawb!

Llongyfarchiadau pawb!

Year 5 Gwernyfed transition day

Parent Forum

PARENT FORUM

Red Nose Day 2026

Easter raffle

Drum Lessons

Plentyn Yr Wythnos

Camau Bach - Elis

Reception - Fynnley

Year 1 - Jackson

Year 2- Jax

Year 3 – William

Year 4 - Gryff

Year 6 – Reggie

The winning house with most house points was Brychan. Extra playtime next week!

Llongyfarchiadau pawb!

SDP Targets

Change to the Menu

Children using School Bus

Plentyn Yr Wythnos

Camau Bach - Pippa

Reception - Mason

Year 1 - Luna

Year 2- Griff

Year 3 – Ava G

Year 4 - Chloe

Year 5 - Eevee

Year 6 – Shane

The winning house with most house points was Dewi. Extra playtime next week!

Head Lice

Classy Cooks

Parenr Consultation resent

Parent Consultation

Parent Consultation Week

Parent Consultation Week

Parent Consultation Week

March Newsletter

Brecon Town Band

World Book Day

Cymro/Cymraes yr wythnos awards

Camau Bach – Emmie

Reception – Charlie-Jay
Year 1 - Elijah
Year 2 - Elinor
Year 3 - Cally
Year 4 - Ioan
Year 5 - Sophie
Year 6 – Beth

Also in photo is Dexter, receiving his award from Friday’s plentyn yr wythnos assembly.

Bendigedig Pawb!

Llongyfarchiadau pawb!

WELSH WEEK REMINDERS

Plentyn Yr Wythnos

Camau Bach - Joey

Reception - Harlow

Year 1 - Austin

Year 2- Ethan

Year 3 – Kian

Year 4 - Lewys

Year 5 - Dexter

The winning house with most house points was Brychan. Extra playtime next week!

Pre-School Admissions

Llangrannog

Good morning everyone,

All the children are up, packed, and ready for their final activities before they head back to school. They’ve had a fantastic time and are in great spirits!

They are expecting to arrive back at school at approximately 3:00pm (traffic dependent).

Please keep an eye on Google Classroom for photos from the whole trip.

See you later! 😊

World Book Day

Llangrannog

Letter from Powys

Half term achievement awards

Our Achievement winners for this half term

Camau Bach - Megan

Reception - Lucy

Year 1 - Jesse

Year 2 - Elin

Year 3 - Tomas

Year 4 - Zach

Year 5 - Celyn

Year 6 - William

Bendigedig bawb!

The winning house with the most house points for this week is Hywel.

Wishing you all a restful Half Term

Thank you for your continued support

Build the Titanic project

Llangrannog Reminders

Commuinity Pancakes & Games

Muddy Fun

Mrs Thompson-Richards

SCHOOL CAR PARK

Dear Parents and Carers,

We continue to receive a high volume of concerns regarding how the school car park is being used.

The safety of our children, families and staff is our priority, and we ask that you please take a moment to carefully read the letter below and the Traffic Management Policy below.

A revised Traffic Management Plan will follow, in line with Powys guidelines.

Thank you for your cooperation and continued support.

https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/6984/car-park.pdf

https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/6984/llanfaes-c-p-school--traffic-management-policy.pdf

WELSH WEEK

Cymro/Cymraes yr wythnos awards

Reception - Elsie
Year 1 - Amelija
Year 2 - Saffron
Year 4 - Chloe
Year 5 - Oliver
Year 6 - Paige

Bendigedig Pawb!

Llongyfarchiadau pawb!

Make a boat that Floats!

Plentyn Yr Wythnos

Camau Bach - Davyd

Reception - Arthur

Year 1 - Osian

Year 2- Freddie

Year 3 – Ahaana

Year 4 - Oliver

Year 5 - Emilia

Year 6 – Ava-Rose

The winning house with most house points was Cradoc. Extra playtime next week!

PARENT FORUM MINUTES 3.2.2026

PARENT FORUM AGENDA

February Newsletter

Plentyn Yr Wythnos

Camau Bach - Tommy

Reception - Laikley

Year 1 - Vivvie

Year 2- Saffron

Year 3 – Albie

Year 4 – Ava-Rae & Millie

Year 5 - Lucy

Year 6 – Maisie & Arthur

The winning house with most house points was Dewi. Extra playtime next week!

February Half Term Disco

Cymro/Cymraes yr wythnos awards

Reception - Fynnley
Year 1 - Nova-May
Year 2 - Maddyson
Year 3 - Willow
Year 4 - Isabel
Year 5 - Imogen
Year 6 - Michelle

Bendigedig Pawb!

Llongyfarchiadau pawb!

Plentyn Yr Wythnos

Camau Bach - Hendrix

Reception - Lennon

Year 1 - Liliana

Year 2- Griff & Toby

Year 3 – Ava H

Year 4 - Kaylan

Year 5 - Abbie

Year 6 – Noah

The winning house with most house points was Dewi. Extra playtime next week!

Year 6

Important information

Plentyn Yr Wythnos

Congratulations to -

Camau Bach - Gruff

Reception - Ioan

Year 1 - Arlee

Year 3 - Lennie

Year 4 - Bella

Year 5 - Freddie

The winners from year 2 and year 6 will receive their certificates next week.

 Bendigedig bawb!

The winning house with most house points was Hywel. Extra playtime next week!

Meet your Flo!

Dear Parents and Carers,
We are delighted to let you know that our Family Liaison Officer is in school every Thursday morning and is available in the conference room.
Please feel free to drop in for a chat, to ask questions, or to receive some friendly advice and support. No appointment is needed.
We look forward to seeing you.
Kind regards,

 

Ffrindiau Bach - Llanfaes baby and Toddler Group

AFTER SCHOOL CLUB

Dear Parents and Carers,

I am writing to make you aware that there are a number of outstanding payments for After School Club for the end of the Autumn Term 2025.

We kindly ask that any outstanding balances are settled as soon as possible. The school is required to pay staffing and food costs promptly, and timely payments help us to continue running the club smoothly for all families.

If you are experiencing any difficulties paying for sessions, please do not hesitate to speak with either myself or Nicki in confidence. We are always happy to discuss this and offer support where we can. If you are unsure of any outstanding bills please get in touch with the office.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
Kind regards,
Mrs C North

Plentyn yr Wythnos

Welcome back to Year 4

At the start of the new term, pupils took part in a short introductory activity designed to support reflection, wellbeing, and a positive start to learning.

As part of this, we used a simple “Skittles” word game, where pupils selected a coloured sweet, with each colour linked to a prompt related to dreams, goals, strengths, gratitude, or wellbeing. Pupils were invited to share thoughts such as something they are proud of, a goal they would like to work towards, or something that supports their wellbeing. Sharing was entirely voluntary and pupils were encouraged to contribute only what they felt comfortable with.

The activity aimed to:

• Encourage positive self-reflection and self-awareness

• Promote emotional wellbeing and confidence

• Help pupils think about their goals and aspirations for the term ahead

• Foster a supportive and respectful classroom environment

Absence

Staff appointment

Potential snow day

Snow update and Newsletter

Thank you very much for your understanding and patience regarding the school closure due to the snow. We really appreciate your support during these challenging weather conditions.

If conditions remain as they are currently, we plan to be open tomorrow. However, with differing weather reports for overnight, I will provide an update should anything change by 7:30am.

I would also like to extend a huge thank you to Mrs Kirk-Ellis and Evie and Mr Hardacre for doing such a fantastic job clearing snow from the school entrance and pavements, and for gritting as much of the car park as possible. Their help has been greatly appreciated.

Please find this month’s newsletter below.

Thank you again for your continued support.
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/6984/january-2026-newsletter-page-1.pdf
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/6984/january-2026-newsletter-page-2.pdf

Snow Day Amser Penigamp

Snow Day learning menu

Back to school

Happy New Year everyone. I hope you all enjoyed the Christmas break. We are very much looking forward to welcoming the children back to school tomorrow; however, as is always the case during periods of snow and freezing conditions, this does present us with a number of challenges.

My primary concern is the health and safety of our school community. This includes the safety of pupils and families on site, particularly in relation to the school car park, as well as the safety of staff who may be travelling in from areas out of town where conditions may be more severe. As you can see from the photographs below, the school park is currently covered with frozen snow and ice, which presents a significant risk.

As Headteacher, in the morning I will coordinate as many staff as possible to grit and clear the pavement to the left as you approach the school from Beilihelig Road, along with the car park and the main school entrance. However, we are forecast further freezing temperatures overnight, which may affect conditions further.

I will provide a further update as early as possible tomorrow morning regarding the opening of the school
Thank you for your patience and understanding. The safety of our pupils, families, and staff remains our highest priority, and all decisions will be made with this firmly in mind.

End of term achievement awards

Santa Run

After School Club and Breakfast Club

Cymro/Cymraes yr wythnos awards

Camau Bach - Gruff

Reception - Laikley
Year 1 - Jessie
Year 2 - Jacob
Year 3 - Ahaana
Year 4 - Ava
Year 5 - Celyn
Year 6 - Daniel

Charlie from Reception received his Child of the week award from last week.

Bendigedig Pawb!

Llongyfarchiadau pawb!

Important message -

CHRISTMAS MARKET PLACE

Dear Parents,

A huge thank you for all your support in raising an amazing £1,320 at the Christmas Market Place! Your generosity has allowed us to start an annual subscription to the Monster Phonics and Superhero Spelling scheme, as well as provide resources and training for our teachers and teaching assistants. These will all be put into action from January 2026, helping us continue to provide the best learning opportunities for our children.

We will also be working with the Playground Buddies to purchase new playground equipment using the money from the Wheelathon.

We are incredibly grateful for your support!

Christmas Jumpers

Flu information

Goodbye Mrs Jones

Year 6 Christmas Bake Off

LAST WEEK REMINDERS

School Nurse Timetable

Parent/Guardians Please see information below outlining the school Immunisation service schedule for the school year. Electronic information including electronic consent forms will be sent out as the immunisation schedules commence. Thank You

 https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/6984/annual-school-nurse-timetable-for-parents-via-school.pdf

Parent Drop in - Tyfu

Christmas Concert reminder

NOVEMBER NEWSLETTER

CHRISTMAS MARKET PLACE

BOOK FAIR HAS ARRIVED

Christmas reminders

Plenytn yr Wythnos

PARENT FORUM CHRISTMAS FAIR MEETING

Pyjama Party

Headlice

Christmas Toy Appeal for refugees

Parent Forum/Christmas Market meeting

Free Breakfast With Santa

MARKET DAY

Achievement Awards and Cymro/Cymraes yr wythnos awards

Plentyn yr Wythnos awards

Head Lice

Remembrance

Lest we forget

Family Liaison Officer

We’re pleased to share some information (see link below) about our Family Liaison Officer, who will be visiting our school on Monday, 10th November, after 3:30pm.

This is a lovely opportunity to pop in for a chat and find out more about the support available for families in the Brecon community. We hope many of you will come along!

https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/6984/family-liaison-officer.pdf

Thank you,

Mrs C North

Poppy Appeal

Year 1 Parent Consultation

Ffrindiau Bach - Little Friends

November Newsletter 2025

Classy Cooks

YEAR 1 PARENT CONSULATIONS

Dear Year 1 Parents and Carers,

I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to let you know that Miss Jarman will be absent from school until after Christmas as she is due to undergo an operation. We all wish her a speedy recovery.

In her absence, Mrs Angel Williams will be teaching Year 1 for the foreseeable future. To ensure continuity and to provide you with an opportunity to discuss your child’s progress, I will be available to meet with Year 1 parents for a short 10-minute parent consultation.

Further details on dates how to book a time slot will be shared shortly.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Yours sincerely,
Mrs C North
Headteacher

Baby and Toddler

Parent Consultation meetings

Parent Consultation Week

CAMAU BACH OPEN MORNING

RUNNING CLUB

The Tommy Trevor Davies Case - Brecon

Halloween Disco.

Halloween Raffle and Halloween Trail

Brecon Band

High School Admissions

Dear Parents,

It has been brought to our attention that there are still a large number of parents who have not applied for a place at High School for your child for September 2025.

Parents/Carers need to complete an online application at https://en.powys.gov.uk/article/1158/Applying-for-a-School-Place

Applications need to be made by the deadline of Friday 31 October 2025.

Any concerns please contact Mrs North or Mrs Jones in the office.

Thank you.

Halloween Party

Plentyn Yr Wythnos

HARVEST

We are so grateful for your very generous donations of food gifts for Brecon Foodbank. Thank you all so much for you support.

Please remember our Harvest Festival will be held in St. David's Church tomorrow afternoon at 2pm. We hope you will be able to join us!

WOW day at Brecon High School

Classy Cooks

Pumpkin Party

Plentyn yr Wythnos

HARVEST FESTIVAL

Harvest Festival

Our Harvest Festival this will be held at

St David’s Church on 17^th October at 2 pm.

All are welcome to join us.

This year we will again be supporting Brecon Foodbank.

We have been asked to provide the following items

to help others in our community:-

Tinned/carton tomatoes & passata

Rice (savoury)

Tinned fruit

Please only give what you can. Any items will be displayed in school and collected by Brecon Foodbank on Wednesday 22nd October.

AFTER SCHOOL CLUB

Parent Forum Meeting

Letter from BHS

October 2025 Newsletter

Cymro/Cymraes yr wythnos

Head Lice

Parent forum meeting - 4pm Wednesday 1st October

Squirrels - Brecon Scouts

Plentyn Yr Wythnos

Year 1 and Year 2 trip

Wheelathon and After School Clubs news!

Open Evening at Gwernyfed High School

House Captains

Flu Vaccines

Annual Governors Report to Parents and Parent Questionnaire Results

Information regarding events at Brecon High School.

Policy information for parents

Headlice

Flu Vaccines

Wheelathon

Plentyn yr Wythnos

Statement of purpose

First week back reminders

September Newsletter

Back to school!

Goodbye Letter to Parents and Families

Plentyn Yr Wythnos

Uniform

Mrs Lawrence farewell celebrations

Tuesday Leavers!

Year 6 Leavers

Teddy bear's Picnic

Headlice

Newsletter

River Dipping

Oliver!

Plentyn Yr Wythnos

Year 6 - River Usk Outreach Day

• Exploring the challenges of salmon migration and life cycle through an interactive game.
• Discovering river wildlife through a ‘Top Trumps’-style game comparing their habitats and what makes them unique.

10.45am-Depart for river walk. (Route card and risk assessment available)

11.00am-12.15pm-River measuring investigation/Investigating freshwater habitats.

Walk to Promenade for lunch and toilets/hand wash.

                LUNCH (children to bring packed lunches OR order from the kitchen )

1:15pm-2pm-River sketch at weir to identify obstacles to salmon migration and consider possible improvements. Return to school by 2.30pm. Reminder to wear wellies.

PLEASE ENSURE THE LUNCH ORDER FORM THAT COMES HOME TODAY IS RETURNED TOMORROW PLEASE.

Many thanks,

Mrs North

National Book Tokens

Transition Day

Plentyn Yr Wythnos

Eco Flag renewal!

Summer Fayre

Summer Swim Activities

Hello from Dolygaer!

Dolygaer kit list

Sports Day 2025

Sports Day and Lollipops

Trenewydd

Year 5 - Gwernyfed Transition Day

Our trip to Aberavon

Children's Shoe Campaign

Year 3 & 4 Beach letter

RSE Curriculum

Plentyn Yr Wythnos

Visit to recycling centre

Estyn letter

Sports Day 2025

Year 6 dates for the end of term.

Newsletter

RSE Curriculum

BHS Letter

Estyn Inspection Report

'Llanfaes School has a caring ethos that permeates all aspects of it's work.'

' ... the school promotes positive well-being amongst staff and pupils.'

'... pupils are happy to attend school, feel safe, respected and thrive.'

'The positive working relationships ... between staff and pupils are a notable feature of the school.' 

'... exemplary behaviour of pupils who are polite, respectful and kind towards their peers, staff and other adults.'

'... vibrant learning experiences ...'

'Staff have high expectations and are ambitious for their pupils to progress well.'

'... foster a curiosity for life long learning.' 

'The headteacher has high expectations for all and shares these, leading by example.'

'Leaders know their school very well.'

'There is a strong focus on understanding values and leading fulfilling lives.'
Furthermore, we are delighted that the inspection team noted a Spotlight for Early Years provision. Spotlights are a new feature of Estyn inspections. Spotlights -

• serve as a way to acknowledge and share best practices or successful initiatives that are worth replicating or learning from in other educational settings
• identify particularly strong aspects or innovative practices during their visit
• focus on specific areas 
• are showcased on the Estyn website making them accessible to a wider audience of educators and other interested parties.

Achievement Award Winners and Walk to School Week

Hay Festival

Brecon Little Theatre

Acting Deputy Headteacher Appointment