LLANRHIDIAN PRIMARY SCHOOL
Inspiring our learners to be the best they can be!
School Blog Friday 21st November 2025
Our whole School Attendance is 93.6%
Swansea targets 95%
Llanrhidian Target 96%
Last Week's Winners - Blwyddyn Pedwar with 100%
📢 Attendance Matters – We Need Your Support!
Our school attendance is slipping away from our target 🎯. Every day in school counts ✅, and regular attendance helps children learn and thrive 🌱.
Please help by avoiding unnecessary absences 🚫 and making sure your child arrives on time.
Thank you for working with us to give every child the best start! 💙
Annwyl Rhieni a Gofalwyr,
Jack Frost has certainly paid us a visit, and the chill in the air is a sure sign that winter is on its way! 🧊 As the weather turns colder, we want to make sure every child can continue enjoying our fantastic outdoor spaces in comfort and safety.
🧥 Please ensure your child comes to school dressed appropriately for the season. This includes:
✅ A warm coat 🧣
✅ Suitable footwear 👢
✅ A change of shoes for their ‘Y Goedwig’ (Forest School) day 🌲
📌 You’ll find more details about these days in the Pod Update section below.
🌿 Outdoor learning is such an important part of our school life, and with the right clothing, pupils can keep exploring and thriving—even when the frost sparkles on the grass! ✨
🎄 We’re thrilled to share all the festive fun we have planned for the coming weeks. From seasonal celebrations to special performances, there’s plenty to look forward to! 🎶
📅 Be sure to check the calendar below so you don’t miss any of the magic.
🎟️ Remaining Concert Tickets Released Tonight!
We’re excited to announce that the final batch of concert tickets will be released this evening, Friday 21st November 2025, at 5:00 PM.
✨ Tickets will be available exclusively via iPay on a first-come, first-served basis.
⚠️ Important:
If you are not able to purchase tickets via iPay, this means that they are sold out. Please do not email the office to request extras, as there will not be any additional tickets available.
🎄 Marchnad Nadolig – Our Christmas Market is Almost Here! 🎄
Date: Wednesday, 26th November 2025
Time: From 3:30 PM - 5:30PM
Get ready for an afternoon full of festive cheer at Llanrhidian Primary School! Here’s what’s waiting for you:
✨ Toast S’mores with Mrs Parry down in Y Goedwig – the perfect winter treat!
🥪 Mrs Blackmore’s Tasty Turkey Rolls from the Caffi, alongside Joe’s Ice Cream for those who fancy something sweet.
☕ Tea, Coffee and Hot Chocolates will be available to purchase from the hall.
🎁 Christmas Shopping Made Easy
Our marquee will be packed with wonderful stallholders, offering unique gifts and seasonal goodies. Some stalls will accept cashless payments, but please note school-run stalls are cash only.
🎨 Festive Fun for the Kids
Mrs Chafey will be adding sparkle with Christmas glitter tattoos!
🎶 Entertainment & Magic Moments
- Our school choir will perform at 4:30 PM – a highlight not to miss!
- And of course… Santa will be waiting in his grotto to meet all the little ones!
✅ Important Information for Parents
- Please supervise your own children at all times during the event.
- The school gates will remain open, and while they will be monitored until 3:30 PM, after this time they will not be staffed.
- Your support in keeping everyone safe is greatly appreciated!
This is the perfect way to kick off the festive season with family and friends. We can’t wait to see you there!
🧥 Help Keep Swansea’s Children Warm This Winter ❄️
As the colder months approach, many families across Swansea are struggling to provide their children with essential winter clothing. Let’s make sure every child stays warm, dry, and comfortable this season! 💙
We are asking for donations of:
- 🧥 Warm coats (all sizes)
- 👢 Wellies
- 🧣 Hats
- 🧤 Gloves
If you have any gently used items that your children have outgrown, please consider donating them. Every contribution makes a huge difference to a child in need. 🌟
Please send your child in with any donations.
Pod Pili-Pengwin Updates
🌟 General Reminders
📖Reading Books: Please ensure reading books are brought in every Monday. We also change books on Fridays.
🧤As the weather becomes colder and children continue to have regular access to outdoor areas, please ensure that your child is dressed warmly, including a coat, hat, gloves, and suitable footwear.
Pod Pysgodyn Updates
🌟 General Reminders
- 📖Reading Books: Please ensure reading books are brought in every Monday. We also change books on Fridays.
- Wellies: Outdoor learning takes place every Monday. Please ensure your child brings wellies to school, as Y Goedwig is very muddy at this time of year!
Pod Pry Cop Updates
🌟 General Reminders
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P.E. Kit Reminder
Please ensure your child wears their P.E. kit every Thursday. -
Wellies for Outdoor Learning
Wellies are needed every Friday. These can be left in school if preferred. -
☕ Caffi Cynefin Rota
The 2025-2026 rota is available — click here to view it. -
🎄 Christmas Concert Costumes
Costume details have now been shared via email. Please have your child's costume in school by December 1st in a bag that is clearly labelled with their name.
Pupil Question: What do you love about cold weather?
Pengwin: Christmas! I like wearing my woolly hat!
Pysgodyn: I like that when it is really cold, it sometimes snows and it's very warm and cosy in bed!
Pry Cop: Sometimes - well quite rarely, it snows! I love to make snowmen because it's really fun. In the morning, when it is freezing, my dad puts the fire on!
Latest Fundraising Updates!
🎄 Christmas Raffle Tickets Now on Sale! 🎄
Christmas Raffle tickets are now available! This is a fantastic way to support our school and be in with a chance to win some amazing prizes just in time for the festive season.
How to get your tickets:
If you’d like more tickets, simply ask your child to pop into the school office and collect them. It’s that easy!
A big thank you to everyone who has already bought tickets—your support makes a huge difference. Every ticket sold helps us fund exciting opportunities for our pupils. Thank you for being part of our wonderful school community!
Support Our School – Easy Fundraising & Abertawe Lotto
Did you know you can support Llanrhidian Primary School at no extra cost?
🎁 Easy Fundraising – Shop online with your favourite retailers and raise free donations for our school. It’s quick, easy, and makes a big difference! Join Here
🎟️ Abertawe Lotto – Buy a ticket and support us while being in with a chance to win cash prizes. Every ticket helps our school community grow. Buy Tickets Here
Thank you for your continued support!
🌟 A Message on Kindness and Understanding 🌟
At Llanrhidian Primary, we celebrate every child for who they are. Each pupil brings unique experiences, strengths, and talents that enrich our school community.
As adults, we have the wonderful opportunity to set a positive tone. Our words can inspire and uplift. When we speak kindly and focus on encouragement, we create a space where every child feels safe, respected, and valued.
Let’s choose empathy and understanding. If a child is finding something difficult, remember: behaviour often tells a story. With patience and compassion, we can help them feel supported and confident.
Together, we can model kindness and build a school family where every child thrives. Thank you for helping us make Llanrhidian Primary a place where care and respect shine every day. 💚
🏫Food Support Available for Families in Gower 💸
We’d like to share information from the North Gower Food Hub, which supports families across most of the Gower area. Many families, especially those with children receiving free school meals, can face financial challenges during winter and over the Christmas period.
The Food Hub can provide food support for up to 12 weeks. No voucher or referral from social services is required. Please note this service covers most of Gower, except Gorseinon, Gowerton, Killay, West Cross, and Mumbles (these areas have their own food banks).
They also refer families to the Sharing Table Christmas Hamper Scheme (cut-off date: end of November):
https://www.sharingtablecymru.co.uk/
How it works:
- Weekly deliveries to your home every Friday, or to school during term time if preferred.
- Strict confidentiality is maintained.
- This is not a drop-in service.
How to access support:
