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School Blog Friday 31st January 2025

Our Whole School Attendance is 93.6%

Swansea Target 95%

Llanrhidian Target 96%

This Weeks Winners Are: Blwyddyn Tri 96.5%

 

Annwyl Parents and Carers,

 

What a joy it is to have a normal week in Llanrhidian! As I walk around our busy school, I can’t help but feel proud of our amazing little country school. The atmosphere is vibrant, and our pupils are full of excitement for learning. From outdoor painting to working with micro bits, to up-levelling their written work  - all the children are engaged and making progress.

 

Our pod system is a fantastic way to support learning. It allows pupils to work and play alongside a variety of classmates, helping them develop essential communication and social skills that will benefit them throughout their lives. This collaborative approach is one of the great strengths of our school, and I want to thank you, parents, for recognising how valuable it is.

 

This term is packed with activities, so be sure to check out the links below for all the latest information. We are particularly excited about our St David's Day celebrations on March 3rd, right after half term. In the morning there will be a range of competitions for the learners to enter, and trophies for the winners.   We hope you can join us at 2pm for a wonderful community celebration for a Marchnad Dydd Gwyl Dewi. Our lovely Caffi Cyefin will also be open, serving hot drinks and delicious Welsh cakes. This year, we are also trying a Welsh raffle and tombola for some added fun!  

 

On the last day of half term, February 21st, we will hold a "Wear the Welsh Colours Day" to raise prizes for the tombola and raffle.   Our pupils will also be running stalls to raise funds for their pods. 

 

Thank you once again for your continued support. The community spirit in Llanrhidian is truly amazing, and the staff and I appreciate everything you do for us.

 

Latest Fundraising Updates!

Thank You on behalf of the Llanrhidian Primary Success Trust!

 

"Easy Fundraising Platform" 

Please join or spread the word!

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"Llanrhidian/Abertawe Lotto"

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£300 (2024)

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37 Supporters 

 

This Week's Standing Items!

 

Mr G's Online Safety Tip: "Find the Balance!" Have you ever considered how much time you spend looking at a screen—whether it's a smartphone, tablet, laptop, PC monitor, handheld game, or TV screen? Have you reflected on your overall behaviour regarding technology use? For instance, do you take your mobile phone to bed and scroll through social media posts before you close your eyes?  It's important to remember that children and young people are highly influenced by the behaviours of their parents and caregivers. Therefore, it's crucial for parents and caregivers to set a good example by demonstrating appropriate and balanced technology use.
Take a moment to think about the number and types of screens you use personally. Then, consider how many screens are in your household. You might be surprised by the total number.
Please click here to read more

 

 

What's the buzz from the pupils this week? What do you love most about your pod?

 

Pod Pengwin: I love playing with friends. My teachers make us laugh. 

Pod Pysgodyn: Mr G and Mr D always puts songs on that we like. Our teachers make it fun. My friends always look after me.

Pod Pry Cop: I love how we always move around and how the teachers always make us laugh. Mr Lisk is the funniest but Mrs Archard wants to be!

 

Community Events & Key Dates

Please Click on Links 

 

Every Thursday Term Time

9-11.30am 

Caffi Cynefin 

Every Thursday Term Time 1.30-3pm

Will resume in January

Plant Bach 

Llanrhidian Toddler Group 

Every Wednesday Term Time at 3:30 - 4:15 for pupils Year 1 to Year 6.  Clwb Hwyl 
Roz and Kirsty - Individual Pupil Photos 19th February Roz & Kirsty Photographers
Friday 21st February - Bring a Prize to School Bring a Prize to School
Monday 3rd March  Marchnad Dydd Gwyl Dewi
Monday 3rd March  Dydd Gwyl Dewi Sant Eisteddfod
Parents Evening 10th and 11th March  Parents Evening
Friday May 16th  North Gower Knees Up 2025

April 28th 2025

July 21st 2025

INSET DAYS 
Llanrhidian Primary Success Trust Website Link 
Abertawe Lotto Website Link 
Easy Funding Website Link 
Instagram llanrhidian_primary_school

 

Have a fabulous weekend, 
#TeamLlanrhidian