Whatever the Weather: Outdoor Learning in Y Goedwig

As the weather becomes colder, we would like to remind families that we continue to enjoy spending time in Y Goedwig every day, whatever the weather. Outdoor learning is an important part of school life and the children benefit greatly from being outside, exploring, playing and learning in nature throughout the year.

To help keep everyone warm, dry and comfortable while they are outdoors, please ensure that your child comes to school each day with a warm coat, hat, gloves and scarf. Having the right clothing means that children can fully enjoy their time outside, whatever the weather brings.

Thank you for your support in helping us make the most of our wonderful outdoor learning environment. 🌿🍂❄️

                                        

We are having a great time rehearsing for our concert and are looking forward to our shows;

Tuesday December 1st 10am and 2pm.

Wednesday December 2nd at 10am .

Please could we have all costumes into school by Thursday November 26th ready for our dress rehearsal.

Whatever the Weather: Outdoor Learning in Y Goedwig

As the weather becomes colder, we would like to remind families that we continue to enjoy spending time in Y Goedwig every day, whatever the weather. Outdoor learning is an important part of school life and the children benefit greatly from being outside, exploring, playing and learning in nature throughout the year.

To help keep everyone warm, dry and comfortable while they are outdoors, please ensure that your child comes to school each day with a warm coat, hat, gloves and scarf. Having the right clothing means that children can fully enjoy their time outside, whatever the weather brings.

Thank you for your support in helping us make the most of our wonderful outdoor learning environment.

                                       

We are having a great time rehearsing for our concert and are looking forward to our shows. The Nursery will be in two performances:

Tuesday December 1st 10am.

Wednesday December 2nd at 10am .

Please could we have all costumes into school by Thursday November 26th ready for our dress rehearsal.

 

🎄 Christmas Concert: The children are working hard learning their lines! Please keep practising at home. I’ll send another copy of their words home in case they’ve been misplaced. Please get in touch if you need any help with costumes.

🎟️ Raffle Tickets: These will be coming home with your child today!

📦 D&T Area: We would love any spare recycling materials, such as cardboard boxes, cereal boxes and tubes, to help replenish our D&T area.

🧦 Anti-Bullying Week: Next Friday, children are welcome to wear odd socks or colourful clothes to celebrate our differences and show their support for Anti-Bullying Week!

🧥 Colder Weather: As the weather gets colder, please ensure your child brings a warm coat to school each day, as we continue to access our outdoor learning area daily.

Thank you for your continued support! 😊

Spelling

Please encourage your child to practise their spelling words each week.

We send home a Look, Cover, Write, Check sheet every week for pupils to complete as part of their home learning.

Weekly spelling lists will also be added to our Pod Home Learning page – in case this sheet goes missing! 

You can find lots of useful ideas for making spelling practice fun there too.

Prop and Sip Night – Thursday 19th November

Don’t forget our Prop and Sip Night next Thursday! Please bring along your glue gun and any cardboard you can spare — we have big plans for our Christmas production!

Concert Costumes

Please can all concert costumes be handed in by Monday 1st December. Thank you for your support as we begin preparing for the show!

Amazon Wishlist

A huge thank you to the parents and carers who have purchased items from our Pod Amazon Wishlist. They will be a fantastic help to our learning.

If you would like to support us, please have a look at our Pod resource wish list!

🌟 Amazon Wishlist

Could You Be Eligible for the Childcare Offer for Wales?

Nursery families may be able to access up to 30 hours of funded early education and childcare through the Childcare Offer for Wales.

We encourage all parents to check their eligibility, as this funding could help reduce childcare costs.

👉 Check your eligibility and apply online today. Click Here

If you need any support, please contact the school office. 🌟

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Christmas Voucher Scheme 2026/27

As we approach the festive season, we know that Christmas can bring additional financial pressures for some families. We would like to make parents and carers aware of the Councillor Christmas Voucher Scheme 2026/27, which may be able to provide support to households facing financial difficulties this winter.

The scheme provides supermarket vouchers to eligible families to help with the cost of food and other essential household expenses during the Christmas period.

How can families access support?

Local Swansea ward councillors are able to refer households that they believe would benefit from the scheme. If you feel that your family could benefit from this support, or if you are aware of another family within our school community who may be struggling, we encourage you to get in touch with the school.

Any conversations will be treated with care, sensitivity and confidentiality. We can help signpost families to the appropriate support and, where appropriate, liaise with local councillors regarding potential referrals.

Contacting Your Local Councillor

Families can also contact their local ward councillor directly. Details of Swansea councillors can be found here:

🔗 https://democracy.swansea.gov.uk/mgMemberIndex.aspx

We're Here to Help

We understand that asking for support can sometimes feel difficult, but please remember that help is available and that any concerns shared with the school will be treated respectfully and confidentially.

If you think you, or another family, may benefit from this scheme, please do not hesitate to contact the school office.

Llanrhidian Primary School
Working together to support our school community.