Dear Parents and Carers / Annwyl Rieni a Gwarchodwyr,
What a pleasure it is to see the school in action in such glorious weather. The views are stunning, the outdoor areas look bright and sunny and although external works are still titivating the landscapes it’s great to see the pupils enjoying the better weather. We’ve waited long enough for it!
Parents have also waited patiently to take a look inside our new building. Although we are still very much a work in progress, we are happy to informally open our doors on Thursday after school to allow anybody interested in the school community to come inside and take a look at our new facilities. You can enter through the hall door and have a wander round the classes where the staff will greet you and guide you. I hope you enjoy the opportunity, which runs from 3.30pm until 5pm.
Yours sincerely / Yn gywir,
Bryn D. Jones, Headteacher / Pennaeth
Urdd Art – We had some good art results. In the Ruthin competition, Ffion and Morgan finished 2nd and 3rd respectively for their drawings, with Illy finishing 1st for her puppet and jewellery. Illy also finished 3rd for her pieces in the County event. Well done! Da iawn chi am gymeryd rhan!
Parking and Safe Travel – Thank you to the vast majority of you who are parking and travelling through the car park sensibly and thoughtfully. While there are issues for DCC to address to further facilitate a safe movement of traffic, which are in hand, I’m told; in the meantime, may I ask for everybody to take their own personal responsibilities seriously. Please park in designated spaces, not drop off zones and also most importantly I appeal to you curtail the speed of your vehicles to 5mph. Arrows are due to be painted on the tarmac indicating the flow, but please use the correct gates for entry and exit and travel in an S shape around the car park. Many thanks for your anticipated cooperation. DCC will be communicating with you all in due course.
Achievers – Students of the week were Charlie, Trystan, Ruby, Maisie, Cai, Jay, Oscar, Jocelyn and Raif. Welsh awards went to Casey, Benjamin, Grace, William, Raif and Alex. Holly received a swimming certificate and Ruby a karate blue belt. Well done to all!
Giggles – Our pre-school group Giggles has settled really well into the new premises. Gemma, our new staff member is here reading a story.
Year 3 Science – Year 3 have been investigating light in Science this week.
Football Sessions – Years 5 and 6 enjoyed sessions with the coaches from Chester FC this week. The MUGA is certainly an excellent resource for such activities. They return over the next six week to conduct sessions for all Juniors.
Sun Safety – Woolly coats, scarves and gloves can now be replaced by sun hats and cream!
New Pupils – A big welcome to Cai and Jay who have joined Years 3 and 1 respectively.
Year 3 Parents’ Evenings – Appointment times have been shared with Year 3 parents. Please wait in the foyer in reception, where your child’s work will be available to view before you see Miss Davies.
Year 3 Creative Project – This will resume with Elizabeth Jones next week. I’m sure it will continue to be a real success.
National Tests – It’s that time of year again and the test period will commence on May 2nd running until May 9th.
Year 5 Maths Challenge – This will take place on Friday next week and involve our more able Maths pupils in Year 5.
Parent Pay – If you have not yet done so, please activate your Parent Pay accounts and settle outstanding dinner monies. Many thanks.
PC Heledd – PC Heledd spoke to Year 6 this week about drugs awareness and making the right choices. Some strong messages were shared and were received and understood by all.
After School Girls’ Football Club – Chester FC are running a free after school football club for girls. It will run on Monday evenings from 3.30 until 5pm and places are limited. Please return the pro-forma if your child is interested.
Beau’s Haircut – As you’ll be aware, Beau was fundraising for The Little Princes Trust and having his hair cut. This event took place this week and I think he can rightly be very proud of his efforts!
Twitter – Our way of communicating information with you and the world on a daily basis, is through Twitter. We’re grateful for the positive feedback we receive for our use of this media and it is a great way to share and promote what we do with you. Find us by searching for @rhosstreet and see news, nonsense, photos and important information. Please encourage friends, relatives and other members of the school community to follow us!