Durand Primary School |
Teams Meeting - Today at 11am |
15 Jan 2021 |
Rules for a successful Teams meeting (hopefully) This is my first time at hosting a teams meeting but from being a participate, here are some ideas that will help.
Hope this helps Mrs Johns |
Resources for submarine building |
11 Jan 2021 |
This week I will be posting a video of how submarines go up and down in water. If you would like to have a go yourself you will need the following. 500ml (minimum) pop bottle that is clear A bic ball point pen lid ![]() Blu tac (the size of a marble) And water. I will upload this on Thursday for you to have a go at. Mrs Johns |
Using XBox and Play Station to access Hwb |
07 Jan 2021 |
Using Xbox or Play Station to access Hwb
Xbox
Word Teams Excel Powerpoint Your emails Just to Easy Adobe Spark 6. To move around you just use the Xbox controller or plug in a mouse (If you require the use of a keyboard or mouse we may be able to loan these to you)
Play Station
Word Excel Powerpoint Your emails Just to Easy Adobe Spark
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Monmouthshire County Council letter - January Return to School |
18 Dec 2020 |
Letter to parents - carers -18-12-20.pdf |
Merry Christmas! |
16 Dec 2020 |
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Christmas film information |
16 Dec 2020 |
Important message The children's Hwb accounts are private, any information, photos and videos should not be copied or shared onto any social media platforms. We do not have the permission of all parents to share any information on social media. Thank you |
Christmas concert films |
16 Dec 2020 |
We are happy to announce that the Christmas concert films are now ready for viewing. Please follow the instructions to access them or use the link below: Infants- The Nativity Story https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zS3bDJZpOKGNKBOad35lzF-7xJjDduMw/view?usp=sharing Juniors- The Nutcracker https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NIUL--kytll5zdT9QR5xT5k7iFbJ-PRh/view?usp=sharing Laptops Sign into your child's Hwb account Click on Menu Click on Google for Education You may now need to sign into google with your child's Hwb email Click on google apps (this is at the top right corner, 6 little dots) Click on Drive Click or double tap on the film for it to play I Pad, Tablet or Phone Download Google Drive if you do not already have it Sign in using your child's Hwb email (you can not access the film using your own email) Click on icon at top right corner to make sure you are signed in with your child's Hwb email, if you are not sign in now Tap to play film If you have any problems accessing the films please feel free to email me LeyS13@hwbcymru.net This year has been a very difficult one, the children have had to get used to a lot of changes in school which they have coped with exceptionally well. We would like to thank all the children for working tirelessly during this time. They have worked extremely hard over the last few weeks putting their concerts together and we couldn't be more proud of them, so a huge well done to all of them. We hope you have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Sit back, relax and enjoy the film. Thank you Miss Ley and Mrs Noblet |
Newsletter Autumn Term Issue 3 |
15 Dec 2020 |
Newsletter Autumn Term 2020 Issue 3.pdf |
Monmouthshire County Council letter |
11 Dec 2020 |
Monmouthshire County Council letter-11-12-20.pdf Please click the link above to see a letter from Will McLean, Chief Officer for Education, explaining that Primary Schools in Monmouthshire will close at the end of Wednesday next week for face to face teaching and will be offering Blended learning for Thursday and Friday. This is in-line with other Local Authorities within the region. Take Care, Keep Safe. |
Monmouthshire County Council Christmas letter to parents |
08 Dec 2020 |
MCC Christmas letter to parents 2020.pdf |
Costume update |
08 Dec 2020 |
Due to a technical error could all children wear black clothing to school tomorrow as we need to re film their part of the Christmas concert. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. Many thanks |
New filming date |
04 Dec 2020 |
Due to running out of time year 6 will now be filming their part in the Christmas concert on Monday 7th December. Your child will need to wear their allocated clothing on this day. We apologise for the delay, filming took a lot longer than we anticipated. Many thanks Miss Ley and Mrs Noblet |
Filming day |
04 Dec 2020 |
We will be filming year 4's part in the Christmas concert on Tuesday 8th December. All children will need to come to school dressed in their allocated clothing. Please refer to the previous Schoop if you are unsure what your child should be wearing. Many thanks Miss Ley and Mrs Noblet |
ParentPay Christmas Dinner option |
02 Dec 2020 |
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Forest School start date |
28 Nov 2020 |
Your child’s forest school sessions will start on 04.12.20 and will be every Friday for a 5 week block. Forest School gives children the unique opportunity of experiencing first hand, play and learning in a controlled outdoor environment. Forest School is the name for an approach to educating children in the outdoors on a regular basis. This work will support the main curriculum (particularly literacy, science, numeracy and the arts) and will have a strong emphasis on raising all children’s self- esteem and independence. An integral part of the Forest School experience is that children will experience the outdoors in all weathers. With the exception of very high winds and thunder storms, please assume that your child will be outside when they take part in Forest Schools. To help achieve this, we will provide all children taking part in Forest School with a waterproof coat and waterproof trousers. Please provide your child with the kit list below. Your child will need to bring this kit in every Friday for their Forest School session. Due to current circumstances No kit including wellies can be left in school. Also please bear in mind your child will occasionally get muddy and wet! Forest School programs operate all year round regardless of weather conditions. If you have any questions about Forest School, please feel free to approach a member of our staff who will be able to help you. Forest School Kit List: Warm coat, no longer than hip length (with a hood but no fur trim please) Wellies (Will not be able to join in with some activities without correct footwear) Warm socks (and a spare pair) Gloves and woolly hat (cold weather) Full set of spare clothes to be brought to school on their forest school day (Fridays) Thank you Miss Ley and Mrs Johns |
Christmas Concert Update |
27 Nov 2020 |
As you may be aware we are due to film the Christmas concert next Friday (4th December) Year 4 will still be in isolation on this day but we would like to let all the children know that they will not miss out, another filming session will be scheduled for them. On this day they will need to wear the following to school; Nutcracker Soldiers- Plain black clothing Jack in the Box- Brightly coloured clothing Dolls- A dress of their choice Mice- Plain black clothing If you have any questions about any of the costumes both myself, Miss Ley and Mrs Noblet will be available each morning outside on the junior yard to speak to you. Thank You |
Christmas Concert Filming Day |
27 Nov 2020 |
All being well we are due to film the Christmas concert next Friday (4th December) For this your child will need to wear the following to school on the day; Reception- Plain black clothing Year 1- Plain Black clothing Year 2- Storytellers- Christmas jumpers/ T-shirt Main characters- own clothes, we have costumes for the this in school. If you have any questions about any of the the costumes both myself, Miss Ley and Mrs Noblet will be available each morning outside on the junior yard to speak to you. Thank you |
Christmas Concert Filming Day |
27 Nov 2020 |
All being well we are due to film the Christmas Concert next Friday (4th December) For this your child will need to wear the following to school on the day; Year 3- Brightly coloured clothing Year 5- Plain black clothing Year 6- Storytellers- Christmas jumpers/ t-shirt Main characters- Children are aware of their clothing items If you have any questions about any of the costumes both myself, Miss Ley and Mrs Koblet will be available each morning outside on the junior yard to speak to you. Thank You |
COVID19 Absence Guide for parents |
27 Nov 2020 |
Revised COVID19 related learner absence guide for parents |
ELSA Wellbeing Activities |
26 Nov 2020 |
ELSA Home activities for children isolating The following activities will help nurture wellbeing during isolation. I would love to see some of the completed tasks so please feel free to email me any pictures at Brunnocka@hwbcymru.net. Please click on the links which will take you to the ELSA Support website activity which you can then download for free. Isolation diary booklet for children - ELSA Support for emotional literacy (elsa-support.co.uk) There are 10 daily challenges but these don’t take long to do. It is a matter of doing a bit of colouring, writing a word or number. If they can’t do them all then that is fine but the more they do the more likely they will be fully occupied on nurturing their wellbeing. There are a couple of differentiated pages so this is suitable for all age groups. Gratitude and emotions tracker - ELSA Support for emotional literacy (elsa-support.co.uk) This is a weekly gratitude and emotions tracker. The pupil needs to think of 6 common emotions for them and assign a colour to each one of them. The outer part of the mandala is for tracking 2 different emotions each day. Inside the mandala they can think of one thing they have been grateful for that day. Sometimes it is tough to do this when you are perhaps having a sad or anxious day but anything at all, no matter how small can be written down. Children could also draw something they are grateful for if they aren’t keen on writing. The inside of the mandala can be used for mindful colouring. Christmas message from Santa - ELSA Support for emotional literacy (elsa-support.co.uk) This is a PowerPoint of a Christmas Santa message to reassure any worried children and to go over the rules for hygiene. It is about letting children know that Santa is coming this Christmas.
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Year 4 Home Learning Information |
26 Nov 2020 |
I have just sent an email to your child's Hwb email address with information regarding how to access the home learning activities. Below are links to some user guides that you may find useful. How to log into Hwb. How to access and use Hwb Email How to access the Year 4 Hwb class How to access and use J2homework If there are any problems please email me sissonc@hwbcymru.net Thanks Mrs Sisson |
URGENT: Year 4 will need to isolate |
25 Nov 2020 |
Dear Parent/Carer,
Re: Positive Covid-19 Case in Year 4
We have, unfortunately, been notified this evening of a confirmed case of COVID-19 in Year 4
In line with guidance from Welsh Government, Environmental Health, and Monmouthshire County Council, in the event of a positive case in a “contact group”, i.e. a year group, then all students in the year group must self-isolate. This means that students in Year 4 will now need to remain at home and self-isolate for 14 days from Monday 23rd November 2020. Therefore, the date that Year 4 students should remain at home is until 7th December 2020 they can resume normal activities on the 8th December 2020. Returning to school on Tuesday 8th December.
Home learning will be provided for all Year 4 students. Further details will be emailed to pupils through their Hwb emails by Mrs Sisson.
The school remains open to all other students. All close contacts of the individual have been identified and will receive appropriate advice. If your child has not been identified as a close contact, they do not require a test for COVID-19 unless they have symptoms.
Please continue to be alert for any symptoms of COVID-19:
If your child develops any of these symptoms, even if they are mild, you need to book a test for them by phoning 119 or through the online portal: https://www.nhs.uk/ask-for-a-coronavirus-test
Please follow the school’s process as outlined in our ‘COVID19 related learner absence guide for parents’. In addition, please adhere to the following advice:
developed symptoms
To reduce the risk of COVID-19 spreading, there are things that everyone in your family can do to help. These include:
Further information on symptoms and self-isolation can be found here: https://gov.wales/symptoms-and-self-isolation-contact-tracing
Further information on NHS Wales Test, Trace, Protect can be found here: https://gov.wales/test-trace-protect-coronavirus
For general information on COVID-19: https://gov.wales/protect-yourself-others-coronavirus
The COVID-19 online symptom checker can tell you if you need medical help and advise you what to do: https://gov.wales/check-if-you-need-coronavirus-medical-help
You are aware of all the measures we have put in place to minimise the risk of transmission of COVID-19. I want to reassure you that we will continue to be vigilant and do all we can to provide the safest possible environment for our school community.
Whilst focusing on limiting further transmission of this virus, our thoughts are also with the student and their family.
Yours faithfully Mrs A. L. Waters Headteacher |
Christmas Food Bank Donation |
25 Nov 2020 |
Christmas Caldicot Food Bank DonationAs you will know from our previous Schoop message we are unable to facilitate the giving of Christmas cards between pupils in school this year and will instead be working with our pupils to send e-cards to each other using their Hwb email addresses. We would be grateful for any donation from the list below for the Caldicot Food bank in place of purchasing these Christmas Cards. We will be collecting these items outside around our site in baskets as you drop off your children to school on Wednesday 2nd December only. Your donations will be collected at 12noon on that day. |
New Welsh Government Guidance on Face Coverings for parents |
24 Nov 2020 |
Welsh Government Guidance in relation to Face Coverings |
Online Reading at Home! |
19 Nov 2020 |
Online Reading at Home. Big News! Oxford Owl have a large free selection of online reading books that parents can now access so children can further practise their reading skills at home on an array of electronic devices. Follow the link below to join and gain free access. https://www.oxfordowl.co.uk/?selLanguage=en&mode=hub |
Information regarding a confirmed case in school |
17 Nov 2020 |
Warn and inform letter |
URGENT: Year 2 will need to self isolate |
17 Nov 2020 |
Dear Parent/Carer,
Re: Positive Covid-19 Case in year 2
We have, unfortunately, been notified today of a confirmed case of COVID-19 in Year 2
In line with guidance from Welsh Government, Environmental Health, and Monmouthshire County Council, in the event of a positive case in a “contact group”, i.e. a year group, then all students in the year group must self-isolate. This means that students in Year 2 will now need to remain at home and self-isolate for 14 days from Friday 13th November 2020. Therefore, the date that Year 2 students should remain at home is until 27th November 2020 they can resume normal activities on the 28th November 2020. Returning to school on Monday 30th November.
Home learning will be provided for all Year 2 students. Further details will be emailed to pupils through their Hwb emails by Mr Marangon.
The school remains open to all other students. All close contacts of the individual have been identified and will receive appropriate advice. If your child has not been identified as a close contact, they do not require a test for COVID-19 unless they have symptoms.
Please continue to be alert for any symptoms of COVID-19:
If your child develops any of these symptoms, even if they are mild, you need to book a test for them by phoning 119 or through the online portal: https://www.nhs.uk/ask-for-a-coronavirus-test
Please follow the school’s process as outlined in our ‘COVID19 related learner absence guide for parents’. In addition, please adhere to the following advice:
To reduce the risk of COVID-19 spreading, there are things that everyone in your family can do to help. These include:
Further information on symptoms and self-isolation can be found here: https://gov.wales/symptoms-and-self-isolation-contact-tracing
Further information on NHS Wales Test, Trace, Protect can be found here: https://gov.wales/test-trace-protect-coronavirus
For general information on COVID-19: https://gov.wales/protect-yourself-others-coronavirus
The COVID-19 online symptom checker can tell you if you need medical help and advise you what to do: https://gov.wales/check-if-you-need-coronavirus-medical-help
You are aware of all the measures we have put in place to minimise the risk of transmission of COVID-19. I want to reassure you that we will continue to be vigilant and do all we can to provide the safest possible environment for our school community.
Whilst focusing on limiting further transmission of this virus, our thoughts are also with the student and their family.
Yours faithfully
Mrs A. L. Waters
Headteacher |
Information regarding a confirmed case in school |
17 Nov 2020 |
Re: Information regarding a confirmed case of Coronavirus in Durand Primary
We have been informed of a confirmed case of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) in Durand Primary
Durand Primary remains open. It is working closely with the Local Authority and NHS Wales Test, Trace and Protect to ensure that all the appropriate measures are in place to protect students, staff and the wider community. This letter is to inform you of the current situation and to provide advice on how to support your child.
All close contacts of the case have been identified and will receive a separate communication with advice to self-isolate. If your child has not been identified as a close contact they do not need to self-isolate and do not require testing for COVID-19. They can continue to attend Durand Primary as usual.
However, as a precaution, please be alert for any symptoms of COVID-19:
If your child develops any of these symptoms, even if they are mild:
To reduce the risk of COVID-19 spreading, there are things that everyone in your family can do to help. These include:
Further information on symptoms and self-isolation can be found here https://gov.wales/symptoms-and-self-isolation-contact-tracing Further formation on Test, Trace, Protect can be found here https://gov.wales/test-trace-protect-coronavirus For general information on COVID-19 https://gov.wales/protect-yourself-others-coronavirus The COVID-19 online symptom checker can tell you if you need medical help and advise you what to do https://gov.wales/check-if-you-need-coronavirus-medical-help |
Covid-19 Symptoms |
16 Nov 2020 |
Letter in relation to Covid-19 Symptoms |
School Photographs |
13 Nov 2020 |
Ordering Individual PhotographsYour child will be given their proof photos at the end of the day for them to bring home. We have had to change how these photos are processed and given out this year so please see the information below:
Thank you. |
Year 3 Blended Learning Information |
12 Nov 2020 |
If your child is required to self isolate at home for 14 days due to contact with a Covid 19 positive person then blended learning will be set for your child via J2homework, using J2e via Hwb. This is the platform that is currently used for homework activities each week. Login details can be found on the inside cover of the Orange Home Learning book. Alternatively contact me via email and I will send out the details. The work will be set weekly and will, where possible, match the activities planned for the class that week in school. Please note some activities carried out in school may not be suitable or possible to complete at home. The work may be completed on J2homework itself and saved. The work will then appear in the 'My files' for your child. Alternatively the work may be completed in the Orange Home Learning Book that was sent home at the start of term in September. Your child also received a pencil case containing suitable writing equipment which should be used when writing in the Home learning book. If your child completes any work in their orange Home learning book then a photo should be uploaded to your child's 'My files' so that it can be marked and feedback given. Guidance on how to use J2homework and uploading photos can be found by clicking on the link below. j2Homework User Guide Once a task has been completed please ensure that the 'Mark Complete' button is selected so that I am aware the task has been completed. I will then access and mark the work and will also provide feedback. If there are any questions or problems please email me at wilksr3@hwb.net and I will get back to you as soon as possible. Thanks Mr Wilks |
Newsletter Autumn Term Issue 2 |
12 Nov 2020 |
Newsletter Autumn Term Issue 2 |
Year 4 Blended Learning Information |
11 Nov 2020 |
If your child is required to self isolate at home for 14 days due to contact with a Covid 19 positive person then blended learning will be set for your child via J2homework, using J2e via Hwb. This is the platform that is currently used for homework activities each week. Login details can be found on the inside cover of the Orange Home Learning book. Alternatively contact me via email and I will send out the details. The work will be set weekly and will, where possible, match the activities planned for the class that week in school. Please note some activities carried out in school may not be suitable or possible to complete at home. The work may be completed on J2homework itself and saved. The work will then appear in the 'My files' for your child. Alternatively the work may be completed in the Orange Home Learning Book that was sent home at the start of term in September. Your child also received a pencil case containing suitable writing equipment which should be used when writing in the Home learning book. If your child completes any work in their orange Home learning book then a photo should be uploaded to your child's 'My files' so that it can be marked and feedback given. Guidance on how to use J2homework and uploading photos can be found by clicking on the link below. j2Homework User Guide Once a task has been completed please ensure that the 'Mark Complete' button is selected so that I am aware the task has been completed. I will then access and mark the work and will also provide feedback. If there are any questions or problems please email me at sissonc@hwbcymru.net and I will get back to you as soon as possible. Thanks Mrs Sisson |
Head lice |
06 Nov 2020 |
Head-lice-fact-sheet-information.pdf |
Reception for September 2021 |
03 Nov 2020 |
Reception for September 2021The primary application process for September 2021 opens tomorrow 4th November and closes on 13th January 2021 at midnight. Please see the link below. https://oneonline.monmouthshire.gov.uk/CitizenPortal_LIVE/en?ReturnUrl=%2FCitizenPortal_LIVE%2F |
Half Term Yoga Story Videos |
27 Oct 2020 |
Anna and Her Rainbow Coloured Yoga Mats: https://spark.adobe.com/video/h9lM9xyn7anJH Maria Explores the Ocean: https://spark.adobe.com/video/HNka3Apxs69uX Trish's Fall Photography: https://spark.adobe.com/video/YaaMlMwvwn78O |
Wellbeing Support - Half Term Break |
22 Oct 2020 |
Wellbeing Support over Half Term Break Our wellbeing surveys which all children from Y1 to Y6 were asked to complete on return to school in September have been really insightful and useful to us in identifying children possibly requiring extra emotional support in school. It is clear from the results and during follow up chats with many children that the return to school has been hugely beneficial to the children’s wellbeing. With the half term break now upon us, I thought it may be useful to share some trends that seem to be appearing and direct you to some useful websites and resources which you may find useful to use with your child to support their wellbeing over the next week. There has been an overwhelmingly positive response from children to our regular ‘Feel Good Friday’ wellbeing initiative. It may be beneficial to continue some of the activities they have enjoyed in school at home to support their wellbeing. Here are some ideas from our ‘Feel Good Friday Menu’:
Gaming/sleep patterns – many children, particularly in KS2 have reported staying up very late gaming/on electrical devices and coming to school very tired. The NHS provides useful guidance and information on this: https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/sleep-and-tiredness/how-much-sleep-do-kids-need/ If your child has been showing signs of separation anxiety at drop off time, this often can be amplified on return to school after a break. The Mentally Healthy Schools website has many useful tips and activities for coping with this, which may be helpful to some parents to start preparing for ready for returning back after the half term break. https://www.mentallyhealthyschools.org.uk/media/2219/rebuild-and-recover-separation-anxiety-tips-and-guidance.pdf https://www.mentallyhealthyschools.org.uk/resources/tips-for-coping-with-separation-anxiety/ If your child is experiencing a specific issue or you would like to be signposted to other types of resources to support their emotional wellbeing, please contact me, Amy Brunnock, School ELSA on BrunnockA@Hwbcymru.net |
Monmouthshire County Council Letter |
22 Oct 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/parent-carer-letter-21-10-20.pdf |
Emergency Hospital Services in Gwent |
21 Oct 2020 |
Do you have a question about the future of Emergency Hospital Services in Gwent?
Join Aneurin Bevan University Health Board on Thursday 22nd October at 2.30pm for our Live Facebook Q&A, or you can watch it back at a later time on our Facebook page.
Members of our Emergency Department (A&E) staff will be on hand to discuss how our services will change when The Grange University Hospital opens on November 17th.
We welcome questions and comments through the medium of Welsh.
If you are unable to access the ‘Facebook Live’ please send your questions to: abb.engagement@wales.nhs.uk and we’ll ask the experts for you (please note that during this live broadcast we will only answer questions on the topic of Emergency Hospital Services).
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NHS Healthcare Services |
21 Oct 2020 |
When the new Grange University Hospital, in Cwmbran, opens on 17th November 2020, the way you access urgent healthcare will change – it is vitally important that you understand these changes for you and your family.
Please visit our website for full information about these changes (https://abuhb.nhs.wales/.../clinical-futures-caring-for.../). A dedicated information leaflet on children and maternity services can be found at https://abuhb.nhs.wales/files/clinical-futures/clinical-futures-information-leaflets/children-and-maternity-layout-1-pdf/
Please also look out for a printed A5 booklet which will be posted to your home in the coming weeks.
Thank you, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
#ClinicalFutures #GrangeUniHospital #NHSWales |
Individual/Sibling Photographs |
20 Oct 2020 |
Individual/Sibling PhotographsDear Parents/Carers, Individual/Sibling Photographs
Yours sincerely, Mrs AL Waters Headteacher |
Individual Music Tuition |
16 Oct 2020 |
Dear Parent(s), Individual Music Tuition
We are now in a position to resume face to face music tuition at Durand, having worked with the school to ensure COVID secure accommodation and working practices are in place.
In order to ensure that a blended learning approach can be delivered should your child be absent from school, or should there be any further school closures, we may have to move to delivering tuition online. To cover this scenario, we have added a section to our Terms and Conditions. Please read these carefully as you will be agreeing these terms when enrolling for tuition. You can access them now by clicking the link below, or from the “Checkout” page on our Parent Portal at the time of enrolling.
https://www.gwentmusic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Terms-Conditions-Online-Enrolments-v1.2.pdf
Due to restrictions on students working in bubbles, we are currently unable to offer a group lesson. The lesson durations available are 20 min individual and 30 minute individual. You can choose monthly or termly payments. If you pay termly then your payment will pay for tuition to February half term. If you pay monthly, then you will need to set up a standing order, after making the payment when enrolling. We are unable to start tuition until the first payment has been received.
Pupils eligible for free school meals can access a 20 minute lesson free of charge for the remainder of this term, subject to continued availability of funding.
If you would like to enrol your child(ren) for tuition please do so as soon as possible at www.gwentmusic.co.uk/parent.
We will work with the school to schedule the tuition as soon as possible. Please bear with us as this process will be more complex in the current circumstances, and capacity will be limited.
Thank you for your patience at this difficult time.
Best wishes,
Emma Archer Music Service Manager / Rheolwr Gwasanaeth Cerdd 01633 210800 |
NHS Service changes in Gwent |
15 Oct 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/clinical-futures-information-booklet.pdf |
Monmouthshire County Council COVID19 update |
14 Oct 2020 |
COVID19 Update
Please could all parents be aware that if your child presents with COVID symptoms and as a result has a test, please isolate them and your household until the result is received. On no account send your child back to school; even if they seem better in themselves. Additionally, if you, the Parent/Guardian, are symptomatic and have a test please do not send your child to school until you have received your test result. Thank you for your cooperation in helping to reduce transmission of COVID-19 and ensuring that our children are able to stay in school. |
Forest School start date amendment |
09 Oct 2020 |
Apologies, have realised there was a date error on the last forest school notification. Amended date is 16.10.20. Thank you |
Year 4 Home Reading |
05 Oct 2020 |
Reading is an essential part of any child's learning, no matter what their age. Year 4 children should ideally be reading daily for approximately 15-20 minutes. They should have the opportunity to read alone, to an adult or older sibling/family member and should also discuss the text. Children who do not read regularly at home and in school often struggle in other areas of their learning. Therefore I cannot stress how important it is that your child reads frequently. Today (Monday) I have sent home a new reading book* and your child's reading record. (If we did not receive your child's reading record or you have not be in touch regarding a new one if it has been misplaced, we have used a orange card book marker). Please return the reading book and signed reading record by the Friday of each week. It is important that all books are returned by Friday so that they can be quarantined over the weekend. We will then reissue new reading books on a Monday. * Free readers - Children who have reached the end of band 11 will become a free reader. This will have been indicated by a sticker that has been stuck in their reading record book. As a free reader your child is allowed to pick a suitable book from home to read. If you have trouble accessing suitable reading materials at home then please let me know and I will aim to resolve the issue. I would still ask that you complete the reading record book with the title of the book and an indication of the pages read and return the reading record only to school by the Friday. (You do not need to bring the actual book, if it is from home, to school). This enables me to see that free reader children are still frequently reading at home. Please also note that I would not expect a free reader to complete a whole book in one week. If you have any queries or concerns please email me and I will aim to respond in a timely manner (sissonc@hwbcymru.net) Thank you for your support Mrs Sisson |
Welsh Government Data Collection |
30 Sep 2020 |
Collecting attendance and personal characteristics data from schools from September 2020 Dear Parent/Carer Welsh Government collect a wide range of data about your child (ren) on an annual basis, and this is explained in more detail in this privacy notice which can be reached via the following link https://gov.wales/sites/default/files/publications/2020-09/privacy-notice-statutory-pupil-data-collections.pdf. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic and schools having to adapt to new ways of working, Welsh Government needs to be able to collect attendance data more frequently than once a year. Collecting up to date information will support Welsh Government and provide the evidence they need to understand the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on attendance and how they can support schools during this time. Welsh Government will be collecting data for every pupil in a maintained school as at September 2020 and they will be collecting the following information about children every week:
Welsh Government are collating this information as a key part of their response and planning during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. Welsh Government will initially be collecting data every week to ensure that the latest data is available to inform their response, but they may need to collect the data more regularly and have informed us that they will keep the frequency of collection under regular review. The data will be used for statistical and research purposes only and no decisions will be made about parents/carers or children and young people as a result of Welsh Government using this data. Welsh Government will use the data and will share this information with those organisations listed in in the same way that they have listed in their main privacy notice which can be found using the following link (https://gov.wales/sites/default/files/publications/2020-09/privacy-notice-statutory-pupil-data-collections.pdf) Welsh Government will keep the data that identifies children and young people until they are 25 years old. Welsh Government are legally allowed to collate this data as Section 538 of the Education Act 1996 provides the legal basis for collecting this data. This requires schools to make such reports and returns, and give such information, to Welsh Ministers as they may require for their functions in relation to education. Your rights under GDPR are explained in full in the following link https://gov.wales/sites/default/files/publications/2020-09/privacy-notice-statutory-pupil-data-collections.pdf |
Chepstow Comprehensive School Virtual Tour |
30 Sep 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/chepstow-school-virtual-open-day-2020-e-flyer.jpg |
Online Open Evening Caldicot School - See password and username on letter |
30 Sep 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/admissions-letter-to-families--29-09-20-.pdf |
Art Project |
25 Sep 2020 |
Could all children please bring in a cereal box for their Art project that they will be starting in school next week. Thank you Miss Ley |
Pupil Well-being Survey |
24 Sep 2020 |
Pupil Well-being survey (Y1 – Y6)Now that our pupils have been back with us for just over 2 weeks we want to find out from them how they are in relation to their well-being. We have noticed that now that our pupils feel more comfortable, relaxed and safe back in school that some of them are gradually releasing some of the worries and anxieties that may have built up from being in ‘lockdown’ for an extensive period of time. Over the next week we will be carrying out a simple school devised well-being survey with all of our pupils. We will be using some of the information from the survey to help us provide further support in class via additional well-being sessions which will be taking place as part of ‘Feel Good Friday’. If you would like more details about this please feel free to contact Mrs Brunnock.
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Feel Good Friday |
24 Sep 2020 |
Feel Good Friday!This year we have decided to introduce a new well-being initiative linked to ‘Health and Well-being’ which is one of the areas of learning within the new curriculum. This will also address one of the four purposes of the new curriculum in Wales which is to develop children as ‘Healthy, confident individuals, ready to lead fulfilling lives as valued members of society’. Each week, starting tomorrow, we will have ‘Feel Good Friday’. This will be a day when well-being will be a huge focus with many activities focusing on improving the well-being of all our pupils and curriculum areas having a large well-being element.
Please note that this is not a reward day as it will still be curriculum focused. As part of this we are planning to have occasional themed days linked to well-being and we will inform you about these prior to them taking place. We are really looking forward to developing this initiative for the well-being of everyone in our Durand School Family!
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Monmouthshire's Active Travel Survey |
22 Sep 2020 |
Monmouthshire’s Active Travel Consultation Page - www.monmouthshire.gov.uk/active-travel-consultation Primary Education Survey (suitable for all primary age pupils) – Active Travel Survey (Primary) Adult Survey (suitable for parents) – Active Travel Survey (Adult) |
Admission into Secondary School - September 2021 |
22 Sep 2020 |
Admission into Secondary School - September 2021https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/applicationletter_200921.pdf https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/applicationletter_200921_cym.pdf |
User Guides to Access Homework |
22 Sep 2020 |
Guide - How to log in to Hwb Guide - How to access a Hwb class Guide - How to access and use J2homework |
Caldicot School Admissions Letter |
18 Sep 2020 |
Caldicot School Admissions letter |
New Curriculum Information for Parents |
17 Sep 2020 |
The New Curriculum for Wales - Parent Information Sept 2020 |
School Admissions |
15 Sep 2020 |
School Admissions September 2021 |
Parental Information |
14 Sep 2020 |
Click on the links below for the following guides: COVID19 related learner absence guide for parents Recommended Time to keep individuals away from setting because of Common Infections Please note that not all childhood illnesses need to be treated as COVID19. Take care, keep safe! |
Year 4 Home Learning |
14 Sep 2020 |
Year 4 Home Learning Explanation User Guide - How to log into Hwb User Guide - How to access the Year 4 Hwb Class User Guide - How to use J2Homework |
Read, Write, Inc help |
12 Sep 2020 |
I found this and thought it would be helpful for you all. https://www.ruthmiskin.com/media/filer_public/37/e3/37e3d535-7c1f-46c7-8799-dba515e6ced4/handwriting_phrases_v2.pdf Mrs Johns |
Newsletter - Autumn Term Issue 1 |
09 Sep 2020 |
Year 4 Updated Information |
08 Sep 2020 |
Welcome to Year 4. It has been a very different start to the new academic year so I thought I would write a quick Schoop to keep you updated with some of the changes that have taken place for Year 4. As explained in a previous Schoop your child's PE days are on a Tuesday and a Friday. Your child will need to wear their PE kit to school on these two days. Your child should wear a school sweatshirt/jumper/cardigan over their PE top and jogging/tracksuit bottoms over shorts if the weather is cold/wet. They will also need to wear trainers/daps. If your child has shoes with laces, could you please be mindful that staff are not able to help your child to do them up as social distancing for staff is still in place wherever possible. We are currently not able to have book bags into school to ensure the transfer of items from home to school is kept to a minimum. Each child has also been given a home learning pack in a clear folder with an orange zip top, which includes a pencil case and a home learning book. Inside the home learning book you will find your child's login details for Hwb. Homework will be sent home via Hwb in the near future. (Further details will be sent regarding homework and the home learning book when I start to set home learning for the children.) I am encouraging the children to bring their water bottles home daily for washing at present. Please can I remind parents that children are only able to have water in the class during the day. Children may have squash etc. as part of their packed lunches only. Water bottles should also have a sports lid to prevent spillages. If you have any issues or concerns regarding your child please feel free to contact me via email: sissonc@hwbcymru.net I will endeavour to respond in a timely manner. Thanks Mrs Sisson |
Welcome to Year 1 |
04 Sep 2020 |
Hi and welcome to Year 1. This is a very different start to the new academic year so I thought I would write a quick schoop to explain a few changes. We are currently not able to have book bags into school to ensure the transfer of items from home to school is kept to a minimum. Each child has been given a home learning pack, which includes a pencil case and a home learning book. Inside the home learning book you will find your child's login details for hwb. Home work will be sent home via the hwb. You will find tasks on Just 2 Easy homework. When I send homework, I will also send a schoop to inform you where to look. Over the upcoming week, please could you familiarise yourselves with Hwb again. PE will be slightly different as we are unable to keep PE kits in school at the moment, so your child will wear their kit into school on their PE days. Year 1 will be having their PE on a Wednesday and Friday. This will start next week. Please could they wear full PE kit, including daps/trainers on these days and I would suggest a school jumper/cardigan to keep them warmer as PE lessons will be outsides, weather permitting. Please ensure all items of clothing are labelled including water bottles and lunchboxes. The children need a separate water bottle for the classroom. There is no need for wellies to be brought into school yet, as again we need to keep items to a minimum. If your child has shoes with laces, could you please be mindful that currently staff are not able to help your child to do them up as social distancing for staff in still in place. This includes PE footwear. I'm sorry the list seems to be endless, but as you can imagine this is a new way to work for everyone. Any problems, please email me. Have a great weekend Mrs Johns |
Forest School start date |
04 Sep 2020 |
Your child’s forest school sessions will start on 11.09.20 and will be every Friday for a 5 week block. Forest School gives children the unique opportunity of experiencing first hand, play and learning in a controlled outdoor environment. Forest School is the name for an approach to educating children in the outdoors on a regular basis. This work will support the main curriculum (particularly literacy, science, numeracy and the arts) and will have a strong emphasis on raising all children’s self- esteem and independence. An integral part of the Forest School experience is that children will experience the outdoors in all weathers. With the exception of very high winds and thunder storms, please assume that your child will be outside when they take part in Forest Schools. To help achieve this, we will provide all children taking part in Forest School with a waterproof coat and waterproof trousers. Please provide your child with the kit list below. Please bear in mind your child will occasionally get muddy and possibly wet! Forest School programs operate all year round regardless of weather conditions. If you have any questions about Forest School, please feel free to approach a member of our staff who will be able to help you. Forest School Kit List: Warm coat, no longer than hip length (with a hood) Wellies (Will not be able to attend forest school session without wellies, will remain in school) Warm socks (and a spare pair) Gloves and woolly hat (cold weather) Full set of spare clothes to be brought to school on their forest school day (Fridays) Thank you Miss Ley and Mrs Johns |
Free School Meals information |
01 Sep 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/letter-fsm---continuing-for-start-of-term-final.pdf |
Return to School - September 2020 |
17 Jul 2020 |
Return to School - September 2020 |
Drama Video |
16 Jul 2020 |
Drama Production To access the video your child/ren will need to log into their Hwb accounts and access google drive. This can be found by selecting Menu>Google for Education>Drive (if this does not work on your device please see the user guide attached). You can also download the Google Drive app and log in using your child's Hwb email. The sound quality is best via phone/tablet. Hwb Guide: https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/user-guide-for-google- App Guide: drive.pdfhttps://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/app-guide.pdf The video is available to stream only. You will not be able to share or download the file. There will be a hard copy of the video at school and will this be available at some point in the Autumn term. Please note that any images or video recordings taken from this file should only be used for your own personal use and should not be shared on any social media sites. Legal advice is that any manipulation or distribution of images of children could result in prosecution. |
Amazing Lockdown Project |
15 Jul 2020 |
A HUGE Thank you to Thomas (Year 6) and his Grampi, who made this wonderful mud kitchen, as a gift for our school. What an amazing lockdown project!
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Mental Health Toolkit - Summer Holidays |
14 Jul 2020 |
Mental Health Toolkit – Summer Holidays Wellbeing Activities and Preparation for Return to School in Autumn Term Although some children have returned to school already, for many, the new autumn term will be their first time stepping into a classroom since lockdown began. Understandably, this may be a strange or worrying time for some children, parents, carers, and schools. We know that supporting children’s mental wellbeing during the return to school is a key priority. To help you, we’ve collected together lots of useful resources in this toolkit, all focused on making sure the return to classrooms in the autumn is a mentally healthy one. Going back to school – Partnership for Children Parents can work through this table with their children to explore the things they may be worried about when going back to school, and ways to calm those worries. https://www.partnershipforchildren.org.uk/uploads/Files/PDFs/Resilience%20Activities/Going%20back%20to%20school.pdf ELSA Support Summer Holiday Challenge 2020 This summer holiday challenge diary is for you to print off to give to your children. There are 30 challenges with a diary sheet for each. This diary will hopefully help children to stay positive over the holidays in a mindful and fun way. They get a certificate on completion! In the pack is a booklet, certificates and a poster. https://www.elsa-support.co.uk/elsa-support-summer-holiday-challenge-diary-2020/
Tips for returning to school video – Nip in the Bud In this short video, clinical psychologist Dr Jess Richardson shares straightforward suggestions for parents and teachers to deal with any potential apprehension or anxiety children may experience on returning to school. There is also an accompanying factsheet on the website: https://nipinthebud.org/information-films/tips-for-returning-to-school/
Self-care kit – NHS Practising good self-care is another important way children can get ready for the return to school. This self-care kit has lots of ideas and activities for self-care for children, including mindful colouring, breathing exercises, an emotional check-in, a self-soothe box and more.
Preparing your child for the first day back at school – Trauma Informed Schools This useful poster features some simple top tips for helping children feel more ready to return to the school environment.
Smiling Mind app Technology can be a great tool for encouraging mindfulness in children. This app features lots of mindfulness and meditation activities specifically designed for parents and children to do together. https://www.smilingmind.com.au/smiling-mind-app
Have a great summer,
Mrs Brunnock J |
Summer Activity Hub |
10 Jul 2020 |
www.monlife.co.uk/monactive/childrens-activities/summer-activity-hubs/ |
Nursery Admission for September 2021 |
08 Jul 2020 |
Admission to Nursery 2021Parents/carers can apply for the September intake and if their child is eligible for a rising 3 place in either January 2021 or April 2021 they can make the request on the same application form.
Parents will be notified of their nursery place for September 2021 and January 2021 on 2nd November 2020, however, if they have applied for a rising 3 place to start in April 2021 they will be advised of that place on 8th March 2021.
We will require parents/carers to make the application through our on-line portal following the link below:
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User Guide for J2Homework |
03 Jul 2020 |
J2Homework User Guide |
Newsletter - Anxiety |
03 Jul 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/anxiety-newsletter.pdf |
New one way system around Durand Nursery |
27 Jun 2020 |
https://spark.adobe.com/video/9SiepfemEADrk |
New one way system inside Durand School - Year 6 |
26 Jun 2020 |
https://spark.adobe.com/video/oXgq0n9iC3AE6 |
New one way system inside Durand School - Year 5 |
26 Jun 2020 |
https://spark.adobe.com/video/55HVESdpf2v7r |
New one way system inside Durand School - Year 4 |
26 Jun 2020 |
https://spark.adobe.com/video/2Ew3h5VIPDUh4 |
New one way system inside Durand School - Year 3 |
26 Jun 2020 |
https://spark.adobe.com/video/WWAlKX0jSDBdy |
New one way system inside Durand School - Year 2 |
26 Jun 2020 |
https://spark.adobe.com/video/FIZUSnrwjdCla |
New one way system inside Durand School - Year 1 |
26 Jun 2020 |
https://spark.adobe.com/video/jHz9w1uI8uf7Z |
New one way system inside Durand School - Reception |
26 Jun 2020 |
https://spark.adobe.com/video/dbneyl4xLL6DM |
New one way system inside Durand School |
26 Jun 2020 |
https://spark.adobe.com/video/Lp4DypGnY10j7 |
Return to School Groups |
26 Jun 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/letter-to-parents-outlining-plans---nursery-groups.pdf |
Guides to using Microsoft Teams for Parents & Learners |
26 Jun 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/virtual-teams-meetings---parent-guidance.pdf https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/virtual-teams-meetings---rules-for-pupils.pdf |
Webinars to support children's mental health and wellbeing |
26 Jun 2020 |
Due to the current Covid-19 situation, many organisations have launched a range of courses and webinars to help parents and school staff address children’s emotional and mental health needs. I can personally highly recommend ‘The Contented Child’ webinars, after taking part in one last week. The guidance and resources will be invaluable additions to my ELSA toolkit. Their website features their best-selling webinars to support you, your family and our school community during lockdown. These sessions are hosted on Zoom and can be accessed from the privacy of your own home. Links to access the training are supplied on booking.
The range of webinars includes:
Another free course I have recently been made aware of and which has received many positive reviews from parents is this one, link below: https://www.positiveparentingsolutions.com/web-free-webinars |
New one way system around Durand Nursery |
25 Jun 2020 |
https://spark.adobe.com/video/ChMBh05k0JArB |
Wellbeing Newsletter |
25 Jun 2020 |
Please note that this newsletter has been created based on England's plans for re-opening schools for all children in September. This information has yet to be confirmed in Wales. https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/wellbeing-newsletter.pdf |
Hwb User Guides |
25 Jun 2020 |
User Guide - How to log in to Hwb User Guide - How to email through Hwb User Guide - How to access a Hwb Class |
Roots to Rise topic |
24 Jun 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/roots-to-rise-1.pdf |
Y3 - Y6 Rainbow Curriculum |
24 Jun 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/durand-ks2-blended-learning.pdf |
Pre-School Nursery Sessions |
23 Jun 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/letter-to-parents-outlining-plans---nursery-letter.pdf |
Virtual Class Meetings |
23 Jun 2020 |
Virtual Catch up meetings In addition to the in-school ‘Check-in, Catch up and Prepare’ Sessions we are planning on giving our pupils from Year 2 up to Year 6 the opportunity to meet with their class teachers and the other children in their class by setting up “Virtual Class Meetings”. The meetings will take place through Hwb Microsoft Teams. Further information about how to access the meeting will be provided before the meeting takes place. In order to provide a safe and purposeful experience, we would like to ask for permission to allow your child to participate and also confirmation that during the “Virtual Class Meeting” a parent/guardian is present at all times. We will be sending Individual class permission forms very soon. Once we have received confirmation from you that you and your child can participate we will set up group sessions for the children and will allocate you a time accordingly. |
Return to School Further update |
22 Jun 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/letter-to-parents-outlining-plans---update-2.pdf |
Year 6 leavers news |
22 Jun 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/letter-to-parents-outlining-plans---year-6-letter.pdf |
Letter from Monmouthshire County Council |
19 Jun 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/next-steps-letter-19-6-20-v1-2.pdf |
Return to School Information |
18 Jun 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/letter-to-parents-outlining-plans.pdf |
Looking out for symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes |
18 Jun 2020 |
Local Authority Education Departments in Wales have been asked for our assistance in preventing delayed diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes in children and young people. The onset of Type 1 Diabetes is a medical emergency and is fatal if untreated.
Following the death two weeks ago of a school-age child in South Wales from undiagnosed Type 1 Diabetes, we want all parents in Wales to be aware of the signs and symptoms of the condition and to seek help from the NHS if their child is symptomatic or unwell.
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/english-letter-to-directors-of-education-june-2020.pdf
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/symptoms-of-type-1-diabetes.jpg |
Monlife Projects |
15 Jun 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/monlife-projects-email-pdf.pdf |
Rainbow Volunteers Project |
08 Jun 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/rainbow-volunteers-project--flyer_2.pdf |
Letter from the Local Authority |
05 Jun 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/05-06-20---letter-to-parents--carers.pdf |
Happy Half Term |
22 May 2020 |
Happy Half Term - although not being in school at the moment means not a lot will change next week. If your child wants/needs activities to keep them amused next week, Mrs Hunt has been very busy. Please direct your child to our Hwb classroom, where they'll find an 'Announcement' explaining all about a DT project she has asked them to complete. They'll love it. I have also asked for their opinion regarding an all Monmouthshire Schools Sumdog competition we could enter. Please see 'Announcements' and 'Discussions' for further details. There are plenty of other ideas/activities within our Hwb classroom that perhaps they might have missed over the last few weeks. I know Mrs Brunnock (mindfulness) has been very busy and there's a project left by Miss Ley (art) also. Please don't feel pressurised in anyway, they are simply there if you/your child needs them. I intend to login to my email account each morning next week, so if you have a question/query about anything you think I may be able to help you with, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Have a happy and safe week. Mr Wilks. |
The importance of play during lockdown |
22 May 2020 |
For ideas on how to engage with nature in your own garden visit https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/blog/2020/03/kids-nature-activities-self-isolation/ An interesting read on the importance of play and how this looks during lockdown, with some great ideas in how you can assist in your child's play https://www.playfulchildhoods.wales |
Mental Health and Wellbeing Resources and Information |
22 May 2020 |
I have picked out some activities and toolkits which I think may be very helpful for looking after the mental health and wellbeing of yourselves and your children/families at this time. Most of them are interactive or can be viewed on the screen so no printing off required! I think the children will love the interactive toolkits. I'm really excited about these, they are very similar to lots of tried and tested techniques I use in ELSA sessions. Please let me know which ones you find most useful by emailing me at BrunnockA@Hwbcymru.net Anna Freud Self care and coping A selection of self care strategies that have been developed by young people to help manage their own wellbeing. During a time when access to regular support may be disrupted of anxiety may be heightened, it might be useful to try one of some of these strategies. https://www.annafreud.org/on-my-mind/self-care/ Helpful information to answer children's questions about the coronavirus - Place2Be https://www.place2be.org.uk/about-us/news-and-blogs/2020/march/coronavirus-information-for-children/ Coronavirus and Your Wellbeing (adult) https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/coronavirus/coronavirus-and-your-wellbeing/ Coronavirus and Your Wellbeing (Children and young People) https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/for-children-and-young-people/coronavirus/coronavirus-and-your-wellbeing/ Calm Zone - Childline A toolbox of activities such as breathing exercises, coping videos, yoga videos and games that can help children feel calm in a period of disruption. https://www.childline.org.uk/toolbox/calm-zone/ Mood journal - Childline Children can sign up for Childline's 'locker' and track their daily mood in their mood journal. This may be a helpful way for children to balance their mood in a period of uncertainty. https://www.childline.org.uk/toolbox/mood-journal/ Coronavirus Comic Strip - NPR A comic strip to help children understand what the coronavirus is and respond to some common questions and worries they may have. https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2020/02/28/809580453/just-for-kids-a-comic-exploring-the-new-coronavirus Understanding Anxiety illustration - Priory Group https://www.priorygroup.com/media/594863/understanding-childhood-anxiety-v1.jpg Tips for if you're worried about the coronavirus - newsround video https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/51887051 How to cope when you can't go to school because of the coronavirus https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/51656718 I will also post these links on to your child's hwb classroom, with an announcement or discussion showing the links for them to follow so they can access them more directly. |
Home Learning feedback |
21 May 2020 |
I have posted this discussion in Hwb Classes asking your children to give useful feedback to enable me to plan continued home learning after the holiday: As it is Half term break next week, it seems like a very good time to check in with how home learning is going. You nor I, have ever had to work in a way like this before so we're learning to do this together with the help of your wonderful families! So what I want to know is how are you finding the way I am doing it? Think about these questions and you will really be helping me out in setting the work for you in a way that is best for you after half term holiday: -What type of work do you like best? Worksheets you can download, copy or print or more tasks/projects that you create for yourself in PowerPoint, etc.? Practical - go and do tasks or questions to answer on a worksheet? - Do you like the daily discussion of what the new activities are each day? -Do you like the activities being set everyday or would you prefer all the activities for the week to be set on a Monday and you work your way through them all week? - Is there anything else you would like me to think about? A video recording from me now and again (well only when I have washed my hair!) or other ways we can work together? I really want this home learning experience to be the best it can be for you, if you give me useful (polite) and honest feedback it will help me to support you, and I will try my very best to act on what you say if it is possible for me to do so. Thank you! Miss Collins I would really appreciate feedback from yourselves as parents too, as I know how difficult it is teaching your own children! Please feel free to email me with things that work well and things that you find difficult to carry out from the tasks set. It is the strangest way I have ever had to work in my career so far. I have your child's best interests at heart and want to make this time as stress free, yet useful to you all. Thank you for your ongoing support during this strange time. Miss Collins email me at Collinsl39@hwbmail.net |
Year 4 Future Home Learning |
21 May 2020 |
Together we have now been participating in home learning for 9 weeks (2 weeks with the home learning pack sent home from school and 7 weeks of activities posted in the Hwb Class). I would be grateful for some constructive feedback, now that half term is upon us, on the activities that have been set and on how the work has been sent out . I will then take this feedback on board when planning future activities after the half term holiday. What I would like to know about:
Also if you have any other suggestions that you feel would make things easier for yourselves or your children I would love to hear about them. I cannot promise that I can action all suggestions at this point in time, but can assure you that they will all be considered. I have put a discussion question in your child's Hwb class where you may post your feedback. Alternatively you can email me directly sissonc@hwbcymru.net Thank you for your support Mrs Sisson |
Week 7 Home Learning Activities |
17 May 2020 |
The home learning activities for week 7 are now in the Year 4 Hwb Class. This week I have used Adobe Spark Page for the first four activities to create presentations that will assist the children in understanding the topic and in completing the activities. I have used Adobe Spark as it allows me to put videos and photos together without the file becoming too big and means that the file is accessible via a secure internet URL. (Please note that you do not need Adobe Spark to view these presentations, internet access is all that is required) Therefore, in the folders for each of these activities you will find a weblink that if you click will take you straight to the presentation. It is in the presentation that you will be guided to the activity. Any additional worksheets needed for the activity will be found in the corresponding folder in the Hwb Class. (If for any reason the weblink does not work then you will find a pdf hardcopy of the presentation in the folder too. However the videos will not work in the pdf but I have included how to find the videos if this is the case. A copy of the weblink URL can also be found in the task explanation sheet) I have asked the children in Activity 2 to investigate evaporation and condensation and have suggested looking at/using a kettle when it boils. Therefore, I have asked the children to make sure they have adult supervision for these activities as it involves hot water. Once again, I thank you all for your hard work and appreciate that it can be difficult juggling home schooling and work. So just complete what you can. Any problems please email me at sissonc@hwbcymru.net Thanks Mrs Sisson |
Free School Meals information |
06 May 2020 |
From the 6th April the Local Authority have been paying a Free School Meal allowance directly to those families who are eligible. We have been asked to remind parents of pupils eligible for this allowance to register their bank account information with the Shared Benefit Service.
If you are already in receipt of these payments then there is no need for you to contact the service. We have been provided with a list of pupils for which no claim has been made to this date. I will be posting out individual letters to those parents early next week. Please note that any payments will be back-dated to 6th April. Many thanks Keep safe, take care! |
Hungry Caterpillar Outdoor Craft |
01 May 2020 |
Welsh Government - Hwb |
29 Apr 2020 |
Welsh Government – Hwb As you will be aware, your child/ren use the Hwb for many activities in school. Welsh Government are offering some of these services for free at home. Get FREE Microsoft Office and Minecraft at home! All learners and teachers at our school are entitled to FREE Microsoft software to use at home. You can download and install the latest Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel and PowerPoint as well as Minecraft: Education Edition on up to 5 laptop or desktop computers, 5 tablets and 5 smartphones. https://hwb.gov.wales/microsoft You will need to log into Hwb with your child’s username and password to begin. |
Week 4 Home Learning |
27 Apr 2020 |
Firstly, I would just like to say a huge thank you to all those who have supported their children over the last few weeks with their home learning and who have emailed me photographs or copies of their child's learning activities for so far. It is great to see the children's work and enables me to provide the children with positive feedback at this difficult time. If you have not yet emailed work from week 3 or earlier please feel free to still send it, it is never too late. I have uploaded the home learning activities for Week 4 on to the Hwb class for Year 4. If you have difficulty accessing the work through the Hwb class let me know via email (sissonc@hwbcymru.net) and I will send an email with all of the files instead. It would be great if the children could complete all of the activities set for Week 4, but once again do not panic if this is not possible as I fully appreciate that families may have other commitments, such as parents as key workers, or other worries or concerns at this time. If there are any problems please do not hesitate to contact me via email I will do all that I can to help. We are all in this together! Stay safe Mrs Sisson |
Elmer Activities |
23 Apr 2020 |
Year 6 Home Learning W/C 20th April |
19 Apr 2020 |
I have created a folder titled #Week beginning 20th April activities in the Hwb Class files section. In the discussion section your child will find details about the activities for tomorrow. Please encourage your child to complete these activities as they are linked to our new topic 'Scream Machine' which I am sure they will enjoy! Also there is a maths activity with online video link to help. However, please do not become stressed (or your child) by the work set or completion of all tasks, I fully understand the difficulties of teaching and learning in this way during this time! I hope these tasks will be fun as well as allowing skills to be consolidated and developed. I will be updating Hwb classes everyday with new tasks and any other information you may need. All work can be either shared, uploaded to the files section or emailed to me. I've really enjoyed seeing the work the children have already shared before the Easter break! Please do not hesitate to contact me with any problems, email me Collinsl39@hwbcymru.net Many thanks for your continued support Stay safe, take care Miss Collins |
New Learning Tasks Week 3 - Week Beg. Monday 20.04.20 |
19 Apr 2020 |
I hope everyone has had a good Easter holidays and is raring and ready for some new learning tasks in the Summer Term. It's just a shame that we are not all back together to share our learning journey. The work I have set this week links to the work and topic we were doing in class prior to the school closing. Therefore It would be great if the children could complete all of the tasks set. Some of the work is differentiated to meet the children's needs. The children know what group they are in for Maths and English. However, if children wish to challenge themselves then they can always have a go at the next groups work, once they have completed the work for their group. All of the tasks for this week have been uploaded to the 'Files' section of the Year 4 Hwb class, titled Week 3. If you have any difficulty accessing Hwb then please email me at sissonc@hwbcymru.net and I can forward the tasks via email instead. I have included a summary sheet of the tasks that have been set and the worksheets and resources needed are in separate files. I have also included answer sheets for any work where it is appropriate. Once the children have completed their work I would like the work to be emailed to me so that I may provide feedback to the children and monitor the progress that they are making. This will also feed into the future tasks that I set. On the summary sheet I have given some suggestions on how you may complete the work and email it back to me. I will be available Monday-Friday between 9-3.30pm if there is a problem and will aim to check my emails regularly. I look forward to working together with you at this difficult time to ensure that the children continue with their learning journey. Stay safe Mrs Sisson |
Free School Meals information - further update |
31 Mar 2020 |
Further to the information sent out yesterday we have now received the following information: Monmouthshire County Council are currently reviewing how they make provision for our FSM learners to receive funding for a meal. From the 6th April they are changing the way they provide free school meals, from this date they will credit the parent / carers bank account with £3.90 per day for each pupil entitled to FSM attending one of our schools, this will be paid on a Monday and cover one week in advance.
Please note the first payment will be for two weeks in advance to cover the Easter Holiday, given the timescales they are working to, the first payment will be in bank accounts on Wednesday 8th April, but will include 2 days backdated payment to Monday 6th April.
To enable them to do this, they need collect details from parents / carers for the benefits team to validate the payment, this will include bank details. Could you please follow the updated link below to complete the registration form. Without this they are unable to make payment. Please note the cut off for the first payment is Friday 3rd April at 5pm.
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Key Worker Update |
31 Mar 2020 |
Monmouthshire County Council are reviewing if there is any demand to provide childcare provision for key workers over the weekends and the Easter Holiday, they are asking parents / carers to complete a form on their website to express an interest. Please note that the cut off for this is tomorrow, Wednesday 1st April, at noon. The link to the website is below: |
Free School Meals information |
30 Mar 2020 |
The decision has now been made that the administering of Free School Meal entitlement while the education sites are closed will now be carried out by the Monmouthshire and Torfaen Shared Benefits Team. This will replace the current interim scheme of collecting a meal from Dewstow Primary School from Monday 6th April. An online application form has been set up for parents who are entitled to FSM to complete and supply the Shared Benefits Team with bank details so that weekly payments can be issued aimed at providing food for the children while they are at home. This form is called FSM COVID 19 and can be found under this link
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New ways to communicate |
30 Mar 2020 |
Hi Year 1 Hope you are all keeping well. Just to let you know that i'm back to work, well from my laptop, and just wanted to keep you up to date with what i will be doing. So far, I have create a hwb classroom which i will be adding games or activities i find that are useful, so keep an eye on there. If you click on the link below it will send you to it and i will then accept you to the group. https://hwb.gov.wales/go/u3p1b2 I have also set up a facebook private group where you can share activities that you have done. This can be work or something you have cooked, or a picture you have drawn. Thought it would be a nice way that the whole class can keep in touch with each other. The face book group is called 'Mrs Johns Year 1 2020' Keep in touch and stay safe Mrs J |
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Hwb Classroom and logins |
30 Mar 2020 |
All those of you who received their 'home learning packs' at school, you would have found you child's Hwb login details inside. Those children who were not in school, would by now have received them via the post. However, those packs sent by post would not have had Hwb logins included, due to data protection. If you child hasn't got their Hwb login details at home, it can be requested by emailing durandprimary@monmouthshire.gov.uk. At present there are three Year 3 children who have yet to do this. This may be because they already have logins at home. If this is the case, could I ask those parents to email the school to inform us of this fact, thanks. The use of Hwb, and our classroom, will become increasingly important ways of educating your child over the next few weeks/months. I intend to post regularly throughout the weeks using 'Announcements' and 'Discussions' to interact with your child. There will be useful links to teach and entertain your child as well as advice for parents to help you help them. Thank-you for all your support, keep your distance and stay safe. |
Nursery Hwb logins |
30 Mar 2020 |
Children who received their home learning packs in school were provided with a copy of their Hwb login details. However, some children who were absent did not receive their home learning packs. Logins for those children need to be requested by emailing Durandprimary@monmouthshire.gov.uk. The use of Hwb in the coming weeks is going to be crucial as future learning activities will be posted in the Nursery Hwb Class and it will be one way that I will be able to keep in contact with the children and support their learning. Also, can I ask you to please log in to Hwb regularly as I am frequently posting links and discussions in their Hwb class. To date very few children have engaged. When I post future learning activities I will send a schoop message out to inform parents that learning tasks have been posted. Stay safe Mrs Wilton |
Wellbeing tips and resources for families |
26 Mar 2020 |
https://schoop.co.uk/UploadFiles/9713/wellbeing-tips-and-resources-for-families-v1.pdf |
Updated information for Key Workers |
24 Mar 2020 |
Dear Parents and Carers, Changes to the provision of childcare to support key workers These are unprecedented times for all of us and as a consequence we have had to make some changes to the operation of the childcare hubs that I wrote to you about on Friday. This has been caused by the significant government regulations announced by the Prime Minister and First Minister of Wales last night. These focus on a need to rigorously enforce social distancing regulations and eliminate all unnecessary time away from home. To that end we are proposing some changes to the provision of childcare for critical workers: i. From Wednesday 25th March both parents in a family (where there are two parents) must be critical workers to access the childcare offer. We have to remember that the teachers and support staff who are working in our hubs are a vital part of the response to COVID-19 and keeping everyone in our Hubs safe is critical. Each of the Hubs are developing very clear regulations and rules to ensure that the highest standards of cleanliness, I would ask that you remind your children of the importance of this.
Pupils eligible for FSM Secondary aged pupils who are eligible for free school meals and are not in one of the hub school based childcare schools should collect their lunch from their normal school at the normal time. We will be launching a new registration form at the end of this week. Please check www.monmouthshire.gov.uk on Thursday.
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Year 4 Parent Information |
24 Mar 2020 |
Year 4 – I hope everyone is well and staying safe at this difficult time. All children should now have access to Hwb. Before we finished school I went over with them how to use the Hwb class and how to access their emails. This is how I will predominately keep in touch with the class at the moment.
Each child received a home learning pack with a range of activities suitable to consolidate and recap some of the skills developed to date. It would be great if your child could complete these activities over the next two weeks. However, I appreciate that this is a difficult time for people, as some parents still need to work as key workers etc. So I am asking that you complete what you can and do not feel pressured by what is set.
Please encourage your children to log onto Hwb regularly as I hope to add links to suitable websites that may be of interest to the children and set discussion questions. This is also where I aim to set future learning tasks. I have currently sent links to the Premier league who have a range of fun maths and english activities linked to football and a link to the David Walliams website, where the children will find access to a free David Walliams audio book each day.
If children wish to show me what they have done they have a few possible options. They can either email it to me via Hwb or if they complete the work on J2E I can access this via my teacher area. Alternatively they can keep the work to show me on their return to school.
I have told the children that I will be available during the day (Mon-Fri) if there is a problem, although I may not respond immediately.
Stay safe.
Mrs Sisson |
Link for MCC Key worker registration form |
20 Mar 2020 |
https://t.co/UG1LwLX2OZ |
Information for Key workers |
20 Mar 2020 |
Dear Parents and Carers,
Preparations to support key workers through the provision of childcare:
At the end of the school day on Friday 20 March 2020, all schools in Monmouthshire will close for the near future; we do not know when the return to school will be.
The Government has stated in its latest advice: ‘If children can stay safely at home, they should, to limit the chance of the virus spreading. That is why the government has asked parents to keep their children at home, wherever possible, and asked schools to remain open only for those children who absolutely need to attend.’
From Monday 23 March 2020, we are establishing nine provisions across the county that will enable us to provide support and care for the children of key workers across the county.
This will enable those workers to continue to make their key contribution in the fight against COVID-19 and is in line with the strategic objectives of our response to the emergency. We have chosen this scope of provision because it maintains the key objective of school closures i.e. reducing the transmission of the virus.
The nine schools (selected for their size and location) will be:
Monmouthshire will follow the UK Government’s definition of ‘key’ workers – this can be found here. MCC will be sharing a registration form online this afternoon and all parents presenting on Monday morning are expected to present an id of a relevant service or industry sector.
The provision will be available for children in the following school years: reception to year 8 and will be open from 8.00 (breakfast club) – 3.30.
Members of staff from all of Monmouthshire’s schools will work in these settings not only the ‘host’ school. The aim is to ensure that there is familiar face for all pupils. It is our intention, through working with the schools to establish a shift pattern to ensure that there can be a continuity of provision capable of withstanding increasing illness and self-isolation. Members of the CYP Directorate will also support these provisions and we will review our capacity and potentially look to utilise the skills and talents of our youth service.
Pupils eligible for FSM From Monday 23 March 2020, we will also be able to provide a lunch to all of our children who are eligible for a free school meal. This will be made available from each of the schools above and will be either a hot meal or a packed lunch on a ‘grab and go’ basis. This will be available between 12pm and 2pm.
Secondary aged pupils who are eligible for free school meals and are not in one of the hub schools should collect their lunch from their normal school at the normal time.
The situation we face is challenging and dynamic, these plans, as set out above, are in place for the first week. At all times we will be reviewing the capacity of this offer to ensure that it remains suitable to meet its objectives. We have additional schools on standby to augment the service.
All schools across Monmouthshire have made proactive plans to identify all vulnerable learners and staff who are not working at these hubs will be responsible for maintaining contact with these learners during the time of school closures.
Please refer to www.monmouthshire.gov.uk for details of registration, these will be available later this afternoon.
Thank you for your patience as we have worked to develop these contingencies, as I have said we will keep them continually under review and we can develop this offer is necessary.
Yours sincerely
Will McLean Chief Officer Children and Young People |
Drama Ticket Refund |
19 Mar 2020 |
Your child will be coming home today with a CASH REFUND in a sealed envelope for tickets purchased for this years drama show. Drama staff would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your support and appreciation that you have shown us during this year. We are extremely proud of all their hard work, effort and commitment. Thank you Drama Staff |
DRAMA PRODUCTION |
17 Mar 2020 |
Tuesday 17th March 2020
Dear Parents / Annwyl Rhieni, Drama Production
Unfortunately following the latest Government advice to restrict social gatherings in relation to the Coronavirus outbreak we have taken the decision this afternoon to cancel our Drama Club performance for this year.
We will be refunding all ticket monies and will endeavour to do this by the end of this week.
We are videoing the dress rehearsal that is taking place this afternoon as all of the children in our drama club have worked extremely hard and we are very keen for the performance to be seen by their families. Once we have a completed video we will be selling this to drama club members only.
Sorry for any inconvenience that this may cause. These are exceptional and unprecedented circumstances that change on a daily basis.
Yours Sincerely/ Yn Gywir, A.L.Waters Mrs Allison Waters Headteacher |
CORONAVIRUS |
16 Mar 2020 |
Monday 16th March 2020
Dear Parent / Annwyl Rhieni, Coronavirus
The issues and potential issues around the spread of the Coronavirus are being well documented in the media. I am conscious that it is an ever-changing scenario and the regular news updates, whilst keeping us informed, may also lead to speculation and alarm. I want to assure you that we are doing all we can as a school to minimise the risk to your children. The safety and well-being of all our pupils is paramount. We are following guidance issued by Public Health Wales.
Our children have been made aware of the need to wash hands regularly with soap and water and the importance of ‘Catch it, Bin it, Kill it’ and these important messages are being reinforced regularly by staff. Our cleaning staff and caretaker have been briefed on the importance of the daily cleaning of touch points such as door handles, handrails, desk tops, taps etc. All soap dispensers are regularly replenished and, although supplies are running low, hand sanitiser is available in key locations. You may wish to send this in with your child for their own personal use if you can avail of it. Please ensure it is clearly marked with their name.
At this critical time, I would ask for your cooperation in keeping your child off school should they be unwell. Childhood illnesses spread very quickly due to their close contact with others in the school setting. It is therefore essential that, in line with the latest advice, they should not be sent to school if they have the following symptoms:
They should not come to school and should self-isolate for 7 days. Please report any periods of absence and provide the reason, as per our usual procedure. We may contact parents during the school day to request they collect their children if they have a fever and/or a persistent cough.
Please also keep you child off school if they are vomiting or have diarrhoea. In both cases they should remain at home for 48hrs after the vomiting or diarrhoea has stopped.
I understand that it can be difficult to arrange childcare at short notice however it is essential that you do so to avoid putting other children and staff at risk.
Our Senior Leadership Team is regularly assessing latest developments and discussing arrangements should circumstances deteriorate further. This includes consideration of school trips and planned events, particularly those that will result in large numbers gathering together. All future trips may be subject to last minute cancellation. Every effort will be made to minimise disruption and disappointment however, as previously stated, our main priority is the safety and well-being of our children.
So far, the following decisions have been taken:
The school will continue to use the following communication channels:
If you plan to travel overseas please follow the guidance issued by the relevant authorities on your return home. As you will appreciate, this is a new and unprecedented situation for schools to manage and we appreciate your ongoing support as we seek to follow the advice given to us. I therefore urge everyone to follow the Public Health Wales guidelines and the points I have brought to your attention as together we play our part to minimise the impact of the Coronavirus. Yours sincerely / Yn Gywir, A.L.Waters Mrs. Allison Waters Headteacher / Pennaeth
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Weekly Class Attendance Results |
13 Mar 2020 |
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DRAMA CLUB NEWS |
13 Mar 2020 |
Friday 13th March 2020
Dear Parents / Annwyl Rhieni, Drama Production
We have taken the decision today to bring forward our Drama Club performance to 6pm on Thursday 19th March. All of the children in our drama club have worked extremely hard and we are very keen for the performance to take place.
We do not know at this stage what will happen in the coming weeks in relation to the Coronavirus outbreak hence the decision to proceed sooner rather than later with the performance. However, those of you who are within vulnerable groups may wish to reconsider whether you attend. We will be happy to refund ticket monies should you decide not to or are unable to attend the rescheduled date.
Sorry for any inconvenience that this may cause but these are exceptional circumstances.
Yours Sincerely/ Yn Gywir, A.L.Waters Mrs Allison Waters Headteacher |
Information regarding Head lice |
09 Mar 2020 |
Head lice What are head lice?
How do you get head lice?
How can you prevent head lice?
How do you treat head lice? Do not treat unless you are sure you have found a moving louse.
Where can you go for further help and advice? Contact the Pharmacist, Health Protection Nurse, School Health Nurse or GP
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Weekly Attendance Class Results |
06 Mar 2020 |
Weekly Class Attendance Results |
06 Mar 2020 |
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28 Feb 2020 |
Monmouthshire Budget Consultation update |
26 Feb 2020 |
Wednesday 26th March 2020 Dear Parents/ Annwyl Rhieni, Budget Consultation Update You will recall that I wrote to you in January with details of Monmouthshire County Council’s annual budget consultation, asking you to take part and give your views on education funding across the county for 2020-21 and in particular the 2% funding cut that the council were proposing in a bid to balance their budget. I am pleased to be able to write to you to announce that the council has withdrawn this proposed budget cut. While we welcome this move (which at Durand would have resulted in approximately a £15,000 cut), delegated school budgets across Monmouthshire continue to sit below the level of funding that we need to properly develop our schools and provide the learning equipment and resources that are needed. Put simply, the gap between the funding that we receive and the costs that we have to meet continues to grow. Had this 2% cut not been proposed in the first place, the school would still have been (and thus still is) in a very challenging position to make ends meet. As a school, we have been very grateful for the support that we have received from parents and carers in response to recent letters explaining our financial challenges. Thank you so much for your expressions of support and to those who took part in the recent consultation. We are passionate about providing the best possible education for your child as well as communicating with you as parents and carers about the ongoing education funding crisis and what that looks like for your child’s education. Yours Sincerely/ Yn Gywir, A.L.Waters Mrs. Allison Waters Headteacher / Pennaeth |
Weekly Class Attendance Results |
14 Feb 2020 |
Newsletter Spring Term Issue 1 |
07 Feb 2020 |
Training DaysThe Welsh Government have announced today that during the summer term this year, and for the following two years, schools will have an additional training day in order to prepare for the introduction of the New Curriculum for Wales in September 2022. For this year we have decided to take this additional day on Friday 22nd May. Please note that we still have two further training days this academic year which are being held on Monday 1st June and Monday 20th July.
St. David’s DayWe will be holding our St. David’s Day Eisteddfod celebrations in school on Monday 2nd March with year group competitions as well as performances by each class. For this occasion we would like our pupils to wear traditional Welsh costumes / clothing - Welsh ladies, Miners, Welsh Rugby or Football players.
World Book DayWe will be celebrating World Book Day on Thursday 5th March. This year we would like pupils to bring their favourite book and a cushion to school! Chepstow bookshop have agreed to join us again this year for pupils to use their World Book Day token.
Sports ReliefAs a Sports Relief Super School we will be supporting Sports Relief on Friday 13th March. On that day pupils can come to school dressed in sportswear. We ask for a contribution of 50p in order to fundraise for this event.
Parental EngagementWe are holding a Parental Engagement Event for this term after school on Wednesday 4th March. This time we will be focussing on Mathematics and Numeracy in all our classes.
Parents EveningsOur parents’ evenings this term have been arranged for Tuesday 24th March and Wednesday 25th March. Your child’s class teacher will send out an appointment after half term.
National TestsAll our pupils from Year 2 to Year 6 will be sitting the Welsh Government National Test for Numerical Reasoning between Tuesday 28th April and Tuesday 5th May. It is very important that pupils are in school during this period. There is a change this year and pupils will only be sitting one written test. The other two tests, Reading and Numerical Procedural, will be online assessments and will be personalised to each pupil.
Many thanks to you all for your continued support! A.L.Waters Mrs Allison Waters Headteacher |
Weekly Class Attendance Results |
07 Feb 2020 |
Weekly Attendance Class Results |
31 Jan 2020 |
Spellings Homework |
24 Jan 2020 |
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Weekly Class Attendance Results |
24 Jan 2020 |