Dear Parents and Carers / Annwyl Rieni a Gwarchodwyr,
We hope you all had a wonderful half term break and were able to enjoy some well-deserved rest. We were certainly spoiled by the lovely weather, which made it even more special for everyone. It has been fantastic to welcome all of our pupils, families, and staff back to school this week. There is already a real sense of excitement in the air as we begin what promises to be another busy and enjoyable half term. Over the coming weeks, we have a packed calendar full of activities, trips, and events for the children to look forward to. We are excited to see everyone get involved and make the most of these opportunities.
Summer Trip Payments
All Summer trip letters have now been sent out. Please ensure you log into ParentPay and make payment as soon as possible. As you will be aware, these trips rely on voluntary contributions to go ahead. If we do not receive sufficient payments, unfortunately this may impact the feasibility of the trip. Thank you for your continued support.
UEFA Under-19 Championship Comes to Denbigh
We are excited to share that Denbigh Town Football Club will be hosting matches as part of the UEFA Under-19 Championship this summer at Central Park.
This prestigious international tournament will bring some of Europe’s top young footballers to our local area, with teams including Germany, Spain and Denmark competing here in Denbigh, alongside a semi-final match.
The UEFA Under-19 Championship has a strong history of showcasing future football stars, with past players including Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappé, Erling Haaland, Antoine Griezmann and Fernando Torres. This is a fantastic opportunity for children and families to watch the next generation of talent right on our doorstep.
Fixtures at Central Park:
Germany vs Denmark – 28 June, 8:00pm
Denmark vs Spain – 1 July, 6:00pm
Spain vs Germany – 4 July, 2:00pm
Semi-Final – 8 July
We encourage families to support this exciting event and be part of what promises to be a memorable summer of football in our community.
Tickets are available here: https://shorturl.at/k4654
If you would like to attend or find out more, please visit the link above.
Wellbeing Support for Parents – NHS Togetherness Hub
We are pleased to share a valuable wellbeing resource available to all families.
Togetherness is an NHS-funded digital learning hub, created by psychologists, offering free access for parents and carers. It provides expert guidance to support you through the many emotions and challenges that can come with raising children.
The platform includes helpful information on:
• Childhood development
• Emotional wellbeing
• Brain development and changes
• Practical ways to build stronger connections with your children
As part of the June 2026 update, new and existing resources continue to support families in helping children thrive both at home and in school.
We encourage all parents and carers to explore the Togetherness hub and make use of these supportive tools.
PDF June 2026 parent wellbeing newsletter
Starting Reception – Potty Training Support
Did you know that around 1 in 4 children start Reception not yet fully toilet trained? This can have an impact on children’s confidence and wellbeing, as well as on staff and classmates.
To support families, a free Potty-Training Guide is available, offering clear and practical advice on when and how to begin potty training. It also includes helpful tips and signposts to further support for those who may need it: DOWNLOAD THE POTTY-TRAINING GUIDE
In addition, there is an upcoming webinar designed to support schools and families: SIGN UP TO THE WEBINAR
Starting Reception: Supporting Families with Potty Training
Monday 8th June
12:00 – 12:45pm
This practical and supportive session will cover:
• Working positively with families around potty training
• How to use the Potty-Training Guide effectively
• Approaches to sensitive or difficult conversations
• Expectations for children starting Reception
• Expert advice and practical tips
If you can’t join us live, sign up to receive the recording immediately afterwards.
Learning to use the toilet independently is just one of the life skills we know children need to have when they start Reception. See our Starting Reception definition for a comprehensive list of skills: Starting Reception definition
Summer Fair Toy Donation Appeal
Stanley (Year 3) will be running a second-hand toy stall at this year’s Summer Fair to raise money for Rupert’s Rainbow and would really appreciate your support.
If you have any good-quality, unwanted toys at home, donations would be very welcome. Items can be dropped off at the school reception from: Monday 8th – Friday 12th June
All donations will be collected daily to avoid any disruption.
Thank you for your support in helping Stanley make his stall a success and raise money for a great cause!
After School Sports Sessions – Kick It Sports
We are excited to be hosting Kick It Sports after school sessions at our school over a 4-week block.
These 1hr 15min sessions offer a fantastic opportunity for children to take part in a wide range of exciting activities, including:
Football, Dodgeball, Gymnastics and Olympic-style races, Hockey, Tag Rugby, Handball, Benchball, Fast and Furious (racing games), Minecraft (multi-sport games), Marvel Avengers (hockey/dodgeball), Pirates of the Caribbean, and Ninja Warrior
To help children understand what to expect, please take a look at the short presentation video below.
Information Video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BhmGYOgcD7b7SNFWYZl9uK7pfgm0a_kR/view?usp=sharing
Book a Place: https://www.kickitsports.co.uk/
We encourage you to sign up as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Reminder: Toys and Collectables in School
We kindly remind parents and carers that toys, and collectable items should not be brought into school. This includes items such as: Pokémon cards, Football cards, Teddies (including Labubus), & Other toys and similar items
Unfortunately, these items can lead to disagreements, distractions in lessons, and in some cases, items becoming lost or damaged.
In specific circumstances, a single small fidget item may be allowed, but this must be agreed in advance with your child’s class teacher. We appreciate your support in helping us maintain a focused and positive learning environment for all pupils.
School Term Dates 2026–2027 (subject to change)
Autumn Term
• Term 1: 1 September 2026 – 23 October 2026
• Half Term Holiday: 26 October 2026 – 30 October 2026
• Term 2: 2 November 2026 – 18 December 2026
Christmas Holiday: 21 December 2026 – 1 January 2027
Spring Term
• Term 1: 4 January 2027 – 5 February 2027
• Half Term Holiday: 8 February 2027 – 12 February 2027
• Term 2: 15 February 2027 – 19 March 2027
Easter Holiday: 22 March 2027 – 2 April 2027
Summer Term
• Term 1: 5 April 2027 – 28 May 2027
• Half Term Holiday: 31 May 2027 – 4 June 2027
• Term 2: 7 June 2027 – 20 July 2027
The following Ruthin Cluster Teacher Training Days have been confirmed: 1/9/26, 2/9/26, 4/1/27, 5/4/ 27, 19/7/27, 20/7/27.
Head Lice in School
We have recently had a number of reported cases of head lice in school.
Head lice are very common among primary-aged children and spread easily through close contact. We kindly ask all parents and carers to check their child’s hair regularly (at least once a week) using a detection comb.
If you find head lice or eggs (nits), please treat your child promptly. Effective treatments are available from pharmacies, and wet combing is also a recommended method. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/head-lice-and-nits/
A free treatment is available through the Common Ailments Scheme please contact your local pharmacy or health visitor for further information.
To help reduce the spread:
• Check your child’s hair regularly
• Treat as soon as lice are found
• Tie back long hair for school where possible
There is no need for children to stay off school if they are being treated, but prompt action helps protect the wider school community. Thank you for your support.
Menu Update As next Friday is a teacher training day Friday’s menu will be served on Thursday.
Achievers
This week’s brilliant achievers are: Rose, Harlea, Eric, Carter, Dexter, Luna, Niamh, Arlo, Ruby, Harry, Verity, Emilia-Grace, & Emily. Elianna shared her majorette’s trophy.
Welsh awards went to: Isla, Tristan, Alfie, Evie, Sophie, Raph, Cora, Alice, and Cecily. Well done to them all!
We also recognised all entrants and winners of the School Council’s Growth Mindset & Resilience poster competition. Every participant received a prize, with special awards presented to our overall winners, Daisy and Ayla. Well done to everyone who took part. Thank you to the School Council for organising the competition, and to our Chair of Governors, Julie Debicka, for providing the prizes and supporting the judging and prize-giving.