Dear Parents and Carers / Annwyl Rieni a Gwarchodwyr,

This week began with the school taking part in an Estyn inspection, alongside our usual routines and learning. It has been a busy time for pupils and staff, with lots of activity taking place across the school.
Pupils enjoyed trips to the Living Classroom, where they took part in outdoor learning activities, as well as sessions with the Play Rangers, supporting active play and wellbeing. Some pupils also took part in Welsh reading activities with Ysgol Pen Barras, helping to develop their language skills and strengthen links with our local community.
After such a full week, the forthcoming long weekend will be very welcome for pupils and staff alike. Thank you, as always, for your continued support.

Living Classroom
Year 2 pupils enjoyed a fantastic visit to the Living Classroom this week, where they took part in a range of hands‑on outdoor learning activities. The children explored the natural environment, worked together on practical tasks, and deepened their understanding of nature and sustainability through first‑hand experiences. It was wonderful to see their enthusiasm, curiosity, and teamwork throughout the session. A big thank you to all staff who helped make the visit such a success.

Play Rangers
On Tuesday, our Reception pupils thoroughly enjoyed a session with the Play Rangers. The children took part in a range of fun, active games that encouraged cooperation, confidence, and physical development. The session provided a wonderful opportunity for pupils to develop their social skills through play while staying active and engaged. It was lovely to see the children joining in with such enthusiasm and enjoyment.

Welsh Reading Session with Ysgol Pen Barras
On Tuesday, pupils took part in a Welsh reading session alongside pupils from Ysgol Pen Barras. The session gave children a valuable opportunity to practise their Welsh reading skills in a supportive and enjoyable way, while also building friendships with pupils from another school. It was lovely to see the pupils reading together with confidence and enthusiasm and benefiting from the shared experience.

Estyn Inspection
As you may be aware, Rhos Street School had an Estyn inspection this week. It has been a very busy and important process for the whole school community. We would like to extend our sincere thanks to all parents and carers who took the time to complete the parental questionnaires and to those who attended the parents’ meeting with inspectors. Your views play a vital role in the inspection process and are greatly valued. The Estyn report is scheduled to be published on 1st July 2026.

Drop‑off Area Reminder (2.30–3.30pm)
We would like to remind parents and carers that the drop‑off areas are designated for taxis only between 2.30pm and 3.30pm. This arrangement is in place to help ensure the safe arrival and departure of pupils and to support our safeguarding procedures.
We kindly ask that private vehicles do not use these areas during this time. Thank you for your cooperation in helping us keep everyone safe.
Year 3 Space Café
Year 3 pupils invited parents and carers to join them for an exciting and action‑packed Space Café this week. During the session, pupils explored what it takes to train like an astronaut and took part in a range of engaging activities, including making rockets and using coding skills to control a vehicle as it travelled to all the planets in our solar system.
Pupils confidently shared their knowledge about space, presenting information about what they had learned and explaining their work to those who attended. It was wonderful to see their enthusiasm, creativity, and growing confidence as they spoke about their learning.
A huge thank you to all the parents and carers who came along to support the Year 3 pupils – your involvement helped make the session such a success.

Reception and Year 6 Visit to the Living Classroom
Reception pupils enjoyed a lovely visit to the Living Classroom this week, exploring the signs of spring in the natural environment. The children took part in outdoor learning activities, observing changes in plants and wildlife and talking about what they could see around them.
The session was supported by our Year 6 pupils, who showed great maturity and responsibility throughout the visit. They were excellent role models, offering kind guidance, encouragement, and support to the younger children. It was wonderful to see the positive relationships between the pupils and the confidence this gave our Reception learners. Well done to both year groups for making the visit such a successful and enjoyable experience.

Tesco Tokens – Be Alert, Don’t Get Hurt – Road Safety Project
As I’m sure you are aware Rhos St are leading on the Be Alert, Don’t Get Hurt road‑safety collaboration project alongside Pen Barras and Ysgol Borthyn. This important initiative focuses on raising awareness of road safety and helping to keep our pupils, families, and wider school community safe.
The project is currently being supported through the Tesco Community Grant scheme. If you shop at Tesco and receive one of the blue tokens, please consider placing it in the slot for Be Alert, Don’t Get Hurt. Every token makes a difference and helps support this valuable work across our schools.
Thank you very much for your continued support in helping us keep our children and community safe.

Weekly Wellbeing
This week’s quote is from Plutarch (c. AD 46–120) the Greek philosopher, historian and biographer from Chaeronea in Greece. He is best known for Parallel Lives, a series of biographies comparing Greek and Roman leaders to explore character and morality.
“Education is not the filling of a vessel, but the kindling of a fire.”
– Plutarch
Achievers
This week’s fantastic achievers are: All of Yr. 3, Kobi, Will, all of Yr. 2, Nimrod, all Reception Class, all of Yr. 5, Finley, and Ronnie.
Welsh awards went to: Ellie, Kiara, Charlie, all Reception, Chloe, Thea, Omran, Toby, and Eudora.
Islas shared her swimming medals and ‘Speeding Tickets’, and Daisy shared mum’s London Marathon medal following Casey’s brilliant fundraising efforts. Well done to all our amazing achievers!

Reading Folder
The missing reading folder has been safely returned. Many thanks to the finder for their efforts.

Yours sincerely / Yn gywir

Andrew Davis, Headteacher / Pennaeth

Dear Parents and Carers / Annwyl Rieni a Gwarchodwyr,

As the sunshine continues to brighten our days, there’s a wonderful buzz around school. Pupils are enjoying the warmer weather, and it’s been lovely to see learning taking place both inside and outdoors. Behind the scenes, staff have been working incredibly hard and truly going the extra mile as we prepare for next week’s Estyn inspection. Their dedication, teamwork, and commitment to providing the very best for our children has been outstanding, and I would like to thank everyone for their continued professionalism and positivity.

Estyn Inspection: Parent and Carer Meeting
As part of our upcoming Estyn inspection, parents and carers are invited to attend a meeting with members of the inspection team.
Date: Monday 27 April 2026
Time: 3:30 pm
Location: Rhos Street School
This meeting provides an important opportunity for parents and carers to speak directly with Estyn inspectors and share their views about the school. We strongly encourage all parents and carers of pupils currently attending the school to take part.
Please note:
• This meeting is for parents and carers only.
• School age children should not attend, as this may be distracting.
• A crèche will be available at school for the duration of the meeting.
The agenda for the meeting will be shared with parents and carers on the evening.
Thank you for your continued engagement and support during this important process.

Year 5 Maths Challenge Success
We are incredibly proud of our amazing Year 5 mathematicians who represented the school so brilliantly at the Maths Challenge at Ruthin School. The pupils approached the challenge with enthusiasm, resilience and excellent teamwork, showcasing their problem‑solving skills and love of maths.
A huge thank you goes to Becky for looking after the children so well and supporting them throughout the day. Experiences like this are invaluable and help inspire confidence and ambition in our learners.

Sponsored Walk Success for Rupert’s Rainbow
We are delighted to share the fantastic success of the parent‑organised sponsored walk in support of Rupert’s Rainbow. Thanks to the incredible effort and generosity of our Year 2 pupils and families, an amazing £780 was raised.
This is a wonderful achievement for such a meaningful and worthwhile cause, and we are extremely grateful to everyone who took part, supported, and donated. Events like this truly show the strength of our school community and the positive impact we can have when we work together.
Well done to all involved – you should be very proud!

Weekly Wellbeing
This week’s quote is from Albert Einstein (1879–1955), the world‑famous scientist best known for his curiosity, creativity and perseverance. As a child, he struggled in school and took longer than others to find his way, but he believed strongly in not giving up when things are difficult. Einstein’s life reminds us that resilience, patience and persistence are just as important as talent.

“It’s not that I’m so smart, it’s just that I stay with problems longer.”

— Albert Einstein

Achievers
This week’s amazing achievers are: Brodie, Penelope, Kalani, Sebastian, Ollie, Archie, Caleb, Willow, and Nancy.
Sydney, Alfie, Eva, Amelia, Rupert, and Thea all received Welsh awards. Well done to them all!

Dear Parents and Carers / Annwyl Rieni a Gwarchodwyr,

It’s been a bright and cheerful start to the astronomical spring, with the sunny weather giving everyone an extra lift as we move into the final stretch of the term. School has been full of energy and activity, and we’re delighted to share some of the wonderful things that have been happening this week.
Our learners have continued to impress us with their enthusiasm for the Big Walk and Wheel, making fantastic sustainable journeys each day. It’s been lovely to see so many pupils walking, wheeling, scooting, and cycling to school — well done to everyone taking part.
Classes have also been enjoying their library visits, diving into new books, and developing a real love of reading. A special highlight this week was the Year 4 Family Service, where pupils shared their learning with great confidence and pride — thank you to all families who joined us.
Looking ahead, a reminder that parental consultations will take place next week as we bring this term to a close and prepare for the Easter break. We look forward to meeting with you and celebrating the progress your children have made.
Wishing you all a lovely start to spring and thank you for your continued support.

We’re almost there — just one week to go in The Big Walk and Wheel!
Our crowded bike and scooter racks tell the story of what a fantastic week it’s been so far. We’ve seen so many brilliant sustainable journeys — walking, wheeling, scooting, cycling, and plenty of creative “park and stride” efforts too. Thank you to everyone who has taken part with such enthusiasm.
Every single journey makes a difference:
⭐ supporting physical and mental wellbeing
🌍 helping reduce congestion and pollution around school
🚦 building healthy habits for the future
😄 and bringing lots of smiles along the way!
Let’s keep up the amazing work for the final week. Whether you take part once, twice, or every day, every effort counts and contributes to our whole‑school success.
Thank you for your continued support — let’s finish strong and make this our best Big Walk and Wheel yet!

Pupil Online Safety Group Update
Our Pupil Online Safety Group met this week and were absolutely fantastic. The children were fully engaged, thoughtful, and enthusiastic as they worked together to create a new set of child friendly online safety rules for our whole school community.
They shared brilliant ideas about how to stay safe, be kind, and make good choices online. We’re really proud of the maturity and teamwork they showed throughout the session.
We’ll be sharing their finished online safety rules with all pupils and families very soon.

Meningitis Awareness Update
You may have seen recent news reports about several cases of Meningitis B in Kent. Although there are no linked cases in Wales, Public Health Wales has shared guidance to help schools and families stay informed.
Meningitis and meningococcal disease can develop quickly, so it’s important to be aware of the signs and symptoms, which can include fever, headache, vomiting, muscle pain, cold hands and feet, a rash that doesn’t fade under pressure, and drowsiness.
Public Health Wales has produced helpful information for families about recognising symptoms and reducing the spread of infection, as well as details about current vaccination recommendations. These resources are attached for anyone who would like further guidance.
If you have any concerns about your child’s health, please contact a healthcare professional promptly.

Resilience Poster Competition – Years 2–6
We are excited to launch a whole school Resilience and Growth Mindset Poster Competition for pupils in Years 2–6. This is a wonderful opportunity for children to celebrate the importance of being brave, keeping going when things are tricky, and learning from mistakes.
Children are invited to design a bright, colourful A4 poster that shares a positive resilience message such as “Mistakes help us learn!”, “Keep trying!”, or “Brave learners don’t give up!”. Posters should include clear, bold lettering and creative illustrations or patterns.
All entries should be completed on the reverse of the sheet provided, with the pupil’s name and class written on the back (not the front).
The competition is open to all pupils, and one winning poster from each class will receive a special prize.
Closing date: Friday 10th April
Top tips for pupils:
• Make your message easy to read
• Use bright colours that stand out
• Choose a positive, inspiring growth mindset phrase
• Be creative and have fun!
We can’t wait to see the wonderful, uplifting designs our learners create.

Year 4 Family Service
Our Year 4 pupils led a wonderful Family Service this morning celebrating their love of reading and the authors who inspire them. The children shared their favourite books with great enthusiasm and even presented their own book reviews, showing real confidence and insight.
We were also treated to some beautiful singing in both English and Welsh, which really showcased their hard work and talent. It was a joy to see how proud they were to perform for their families.
A heartfelt thank you to Mrs. Hughes and the Year 4 team for preparing such a thoughtful and uplifting service. We are also very grateful to all the parents, carers, family members, and friends who joined us and supported the children — your presence made the occasion even more special. Well done, Year 4!

Be Alert, Don’t Get Hurt – Please Vote!
We’re pleased to share that our joint road safety project with Ysgol Pen Barras and Ysgol Borthyn has been shortlisted in the Your Community, Your Choice awards.
The project focuses on keeping children safe around our schools by promoting responsible parking, safe crossing, awareness of speed limits, and understanding the Fatal Five dangerous driving behaviours.
To secure funding for the next stage, we need your support.
Please use the links below to vote for Be Alert, Don’t Get Hurt:
Vote: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDK6TR2
Every vote helps us continue this important work to keep all Ruthin pupils safe on their journeys to and from school.
Thank you for your support!

Road Safety Project Funding Success
We are delighted to share that our school has received £300 in funding to support our joint road safety collaboration with Ysgol Pen Barras and Ysgol Borthyn. The project, “Be Alert, Don’t Get Hurt,” aims to help children understand how to stay safe on and around our local roads, promoting awareness, responsibility, and safe travel habits.
This generous contribution has been provided by Swayne Johnson Solicitors, through their Charitable Trust Initiative, who have a long history — over 100 years — of supporting charitable initiatives and community projects benefiting children, young people, the elderly, and many local causes. We are extremely grateful for their commitment to our community and for helping us move this important project forward.
A huge thank you to everyone in our school community for your ongoing support. We look forward to sharing more about the project as it develops.

‘Don’t Steal My Future’ Workshop
This week, our Yr. 6 class took part in the Don’t Steal My Future workshop, delivered by trained professionals from RASA Wales. The session is designed for young people aged 10+ and focuses on helping them understand consent, healthy relationships, and how to keep themselves and others safe.
The workshop is part of a wider North Wales programme aimed at giving young people clear, age‑appropriate information to support their wellbeing and future choices. The content was delivered with great care, sensitivity, and professionalism.
If you would like further information about the programme, you can find details on the RASA Wales website.

Celebrating Our Silver Cymraeg Campus Award!
We are incredibly proud to announce that our school has achieved the Silver Cymraeg Campus Award — a fantastic recognition of our strong Welsh ethos and commitment to promoting the Welsh language across all areas of school life.
A huge diolch yn fawr goes to Mrs Lewis, whose dedication, hard work, and passion for Welsh has been at the heart of this achievement. She has inspired staff and pupils alike, and we are very grateful for everything she has done to help us reach this milestone.
Our pupils played a key role too, showcasing their enthusiasm for speaking Welsh in lessons, around the school, and in a wide range of activities. Their positive attitudes, confidence, and pride in using the language were highlighted throughout the assessment process.
This is a wonderful achievement for our whole school community, and we look forward to continuing our journey as we strengthen and celebrate our Welsh identity even further. Llongyfarchiadau pawb — well done everyone!

Red Nose Day 2026
Today we celebrated Red Nose Day, and the school was full of colour, laughter, and kindness! Our pupils and staff really got into the spirit of the day, with plenty of fun activities, smiles, and of course — lots of red noses.
Red Nose Day is all about making a difference, and we are so proud of how our school community came together to support others. The children showed wonderful enthusiasm, generosity, and compassion throughout the day.
A huge thank you to everyone who took part, donated, or helped make the day special. Your support helps raise funds for important causes, and it was lovely to see the whole school unite for such a positive event.

Weekly Wellbeing
This week’s quote is from Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803–1882) the American poet, essayist, and philosopher whose work often celebrated nature, simplicity, and the human spirit. His reflections continue to inspire mindfulness and appreciation for the natural world — especially at this time of year, when spring brings colour, warmth, and hope.

“The earth laughs in flowers.”
— Ralph Waldo Emerson

Dear Parents and Carers / Annwyl Rieni a Gwarchodwyr,

It’s been another lively week at Rhos Street—complete with what felt like fifteen seasons of weather in just a few days! Our spirits weren’t dampened though, especially with the excitement of Rhos St’s Got Talent, where pupils shone with creativity and confidence.
Our Yr. 3 learners also enjoyed their first experiences with music, exploring instruments and rhythms with curiosity and joy. Alongside this, we celebrated Empathy Week, taking time to think about kindness, understanding, and the importance of supporting one another.
Enjoy this week’s highlights!

The Big Walk and Wheel – Coming Soon!
We’re excited to share that our school will once again be taking part in The Big Walk and Wheel, the UK’s largest inter‑school walking, wheeling, and cycling challenge.
From 16th – 27th of March we’ll be encouraging all pupils to walk, wheel, scoot, or cycle to school as often as they can. The aim is simple: to get active, reduce traffic at the school gates, help the environment, and start each day feeling energised and ready to learn.
Children can take part in whatever way suits them — walking, using a wheelchair, scooting, cycling, or even “park and stride” if you live further away.

Why take part?

⭐ Improves physical and mental wellbeing 🌍 Reduces congestion and pollution around school
🚦 Helps build healthy long‑term travel habits 😄 It’s fun — and there are prizes available nationally!

We’ll be tracking our daily journeys and celebrating the amazing effort our learners put in. Every journey counts, whether it’s once a week or every day.

Thank you for your support in helping us make this year’s Big Walk and Wheel our best yet!

Missing Reading Folder – Please Check at Home
Evelyn Harrison’s named reading folder is currently missing and may have been accidentally taken home by another pupil.
We kindly ask families to take a moment to check at home, in book bags, and in any usual reading spots. If it has been picked up by mistake, please return it to school as soon as possible.
Thank you for your help in locating it.

Resilience Poster Competition – Years 2–6
We are excited to launch a whole school Resilience and Growth Mindset Poster Competition for pupils in Years 2–6. This is a wonderful opportunity for children to celebrate the importance of being brave, keeping going when things are tricky, and learning from mistakes.
Children are invited to design a bright, colourful A4 poster that shares a positive resilience message such as “Mistakes help us learn!”, “Keep trying!”, or “Brave learners don’t give up!”. Posters should include clear, bold lettering and creative illustrations or patterns.
All entries should be completed on the reverse of the sheet provided, with the pupil’s name and class written on the back (not the front).
The competition is open to all pupils, and one winning poster from each class will receive a special prize.
Closing date: Friday 10th April
Top tips for pupils:
• Make your message easy to read
• Use bright colours that stand out
• Choose a positive, inspiring growth mindset phrase
• Be creative and have fun!
We can’t wait to see the wonderful, uplifting designs our learners create.

The Importance of Attendance, and Punctuality
At Rhos Street School, we are committed to giving every child the best possible learning experience. Good attendance and punctuality play a huge part in this. When pupils arrive on time and attend regularly, they feel settled, make stronger progress, and benefit fully from the rich learning opportunities each day offers.
Attendance matters. Even small amounts of absence can add up quickly. Missing lessons means children can find it harder to keep up with new learning and routines. We understand that children may occasionally be unwell, and we appreciate parents keeping us informed, but we encourage all families to aim for the highest attendance possible.
Punctuality is equally important. The start of the school day sets the tone for everything that follows. Arriving late can be unsettling for children, and they may miss key instructions, social time with peers, and important learning moments that support confidence and independence.
We also kindly remind families that holidays should not be taken during term time. These absences can have a significant impact on progress and are only authorised in exceptional circumstances. Keeping children in school during term time ensures continuity, consistency, and the best chance of success.
Thank you for your continued support in helping all our pupils make the most of every school day. Together, we can ensure that every child has the strongest possible foundations for learning and well being.

Rhos Street’s Got Talent – A Fantastic Celebration of Pupil Voice and Creativity
What a joy it was to watch this yesterday’s Rhos Street’s Got Talent event! Planned and led entirely by our brilliant School Council, the afternoon was a wonderful showcase of confidence, creativity, and pupil leadership. Their organisation, enthusiasm, and teamwork were clear to see, and they should be incredibly proud of what they achieved.
The standard of performances this year was exceptionally high. Every act brought something unique, courageous, and entertaining to the stage, making the competition truly fierce. Each performer really did feel like a worthy winner.
We would also like to extend a huge thank you to our panel of judges, who had an incredibly difficult job choosing winners from such a talented group of pupils. Their thoughtful feedback and encouragement helped make the event even more special.
Our sincere thanks as well to Mrs. Price, who supported the School Council throughout their planning and preparation. Her guidance helped them shape an event that was well organised, inclusive, and full of fun. Huge congratulations to Hannah and Kalani, our worthy Infant and Junior winners.
Well done to all involved—what a brilliant celebration of talent, teamwork, and pupil voice at Rhos Street School!

Be Alert, Don’t Get Hurt – Please Vote!
We’re pleased to share that our joint road safety project with Ysgol Pen Barras and Ysgol Borthyn has been shortlisted in the Your Community, Your Choice awards.
The project focuses on keeping children safe around our schools by promoting responsible parking, safe crossing, awareness of speed limits, and understanding the Fatal Five dangerous driving behaviours.
To secure funding for the next stage, we need your support.
Please use the links below to vote for Be Alert, Don’t Get Hurt:
Vote: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CDK6TR2
Every vote helps us continue this important work to keep all Ruthin pupils safe on their journeys to and from school.
Thank you for your support!

Help Support Baby Rupert – and Win an Adventure Trail for Our School!
We are delighted to share news of a wonderful opportunity that could bring an exciting £6,000 Adventure Trail to our school—while supporting a truly special cause.
Baby Rupert has recently been diagnosed with AHC, a rare and life threatening condition affecting only 1 in 1 million children. Funds are being raised to help Rupert access essential treatment, and you can take part in a way that also benefits our school community.

How to Enter
To be in with a chance of winning the playground Adventure Trail for our school from SPS – School Playground Specialists:
1. Donate a minimum of £5 to Rupert’s JustGiving page.
2. Include our school’s name and postcode in your donation message.
3. Enter as many times as you wish—each donation counts as a separate entry.
By entering, you not only support Rupert and his family at a crucial time, but also help give our pupils the chance to enjoy an exciting new piece of playground equipment.

Link: rupertsrainbow – School Playground Specialists

Competition Details
• Open from: Friday 13th March 2026
• Closing date: Friday 29th May 2026
• Winner: Chosen at random after the closing date

This is a wonderful chance to make a meaningful
difference to Rupert’s life and potentially bring a fantastic new resource to our school playground.
Thank you, as always, for your kindness and support. Let’s come together for Rupert!

Weekly Wellbeing
This Empathy-Week quote is from Theodore Roosevelt (1858–1919) the 26th President of the United States. He was known for his strong leadership, love of the outdoors, and belief in fairness and kindness. He worked to protect nature, support ordinary people, and encourage others to show courage and compassion.
“Nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care.”
— Theodore Roosevelt
Achievers
This week’s amazing achievers are: Charlie, Omran, Raph, Kitti, Ollie, Wren, Alice, Noah, Joseph, Hallie, Kieran, Charlie, and Neve.

Welsh awards went to: Sebastian, Elianna, William, Chloe, Caleb Harry, and Phoebe.

Noa shared her entertainment medal and Toby shared his Rugby medal.

Well done to all our brilliant achievers.

Dear Parents and Carers / Annwyl Rieni a Gwarchodwyr,

With sunnier days finally arriving, it’s been a bright and busy week in school. Pupils have enjoyed a colourful and energetic Colour Run, shared wonderful Welsh singing, and taken part in exciting virtual author workshops. We also celebrated the magic of reading on World Book Day, and our prospective Nursery learners had a lovely Engagement Session with Family-Link Worker Sarah It’s been a great week full of creativity, learning and community spirit.

Parental Consultations – 23rd to 26th March
Our Spring Term Parental Consultations will take place from Monday 23rd to Thursday 26th March. These meetings are an important opportunity to discuss your child’s progress, celebrate their achievements, and look ahead to their next steps in learning.
A slip confirming your child’s allocated date and time has been sent home this week. Please check bags carefully and keep the appointment information safe.
If you are unable to attend the time you are given, please let us know as soon as possible. We will do our very best to arrange an alternative appointment that works for you. Thank you for your continued support—we look forward to meeting with you all.

Welsh Singing at the Council Chamber
On Wednesday, 4 March, a group of our pupils were invited by the County Council to take part in their St David’s Day celebrations. The children sang six Welsh songs in the Council Chamber, and they were absolutely fantastic.
Their behaviour, enthusiasm and beautiful singing made us incredibly proud. They represented the school wonderfully and received warm praise from everyone present.
Well done to all involved — what a memorable experience for the children and a brilliant way to celebrate St David’s Day!

Year 6 Parent/Carer Survey Opportunity: North Wales Police Youth Safety Survey
North Wales Police are currently updating their Serious Violence Strategic Needs Assessment, and they are asking young people across the region to share their views.
As part of this work, they are inviting children and young people aged 11–25 to take part in a short online survey about their perceptions and experiences of safety and violence in their communities.
The original survey, completed in early 2024, helped build a picture of how young people understand and experience violence. This refreshed survey will ensure that the latest voices and experiences are included in this year’s analysis.
If parents or carers wish their Year 6 child to take part, the survey can be completed at home using the link below: Violence in North Wales – Children and Young Person’s Survey – Fill in form

A Wonderful World Book Day Celebration
Our World Book Day was a fantastic success, filled with excitement, creativity, and a shared love of reading. The school came alive with colour as pupils and staff arrived dressed as their favourite book characters, showcasing an amazing range of imaginative costumes inspired by much‑loved stories.
Throughout the day, classes took part in a variety of book-themed activities, including storytelling sessions, character discussions, author-inspired tasks, and creative art projects linked to favourite books. Pupils were enthusiastic and engaged, enjoying the chance to explore new stories and celebrate the books they already treasure.
Staff also joined in the fun, sparking conversations about reading and encouraging children to discover new authors and genres. The atmosphere across the school was warm, lively, and filled with enthusiasm for all things literary.
Thank you to our families for supporting the day with such fantastic costume efforts, and to all staff for organising activities that made the event so memorable. It was a wonderful celebration of storytelling, imagination, and the joy of reading.

Nursery Colour Run Fun on Tuesday
Our Nursery class had a fantastic time taking part in their colourful and energetic Colour Run on Tuesday. The children were full of excitement as they made their way around the course, running, laughing, and enjoying bursts of bright colour along the way. Their enthusiasm was clear to see, with big smiles and plenty of giggles as they completed each lap.
The event created a joyful, lively atmosphere, with staff and families cheering the children on and celebrating their efforts. It was a wonderful opportunity for our youngest pupils to be active, work together, and simply enjoy a fun-filled morning outdoors.
A big well done to all our Nursery runners for taking part with such energy and positivity and thank you to Miss. Pugh and her team for making Tuesday’s Colour Run such a vibrant and memorable experience.

Year 2 Enjoy Inspiring Virtual Author Workshops
Blwyddyn 2 have had a wonderful week of storytelling, creativity, and inspiration through two exciting virtual author sessions.
Today, the class took part in another engaging workshop with Rebecca Lewis-Oakes, who captured their imaginations as she talked about her book Nora Nightsky. The children were thoroughly absorbed in the story and especially enjoyed taking part in her fun and interactive quiz.
Earlier in the week, Blwyddyn 2 also joined a virtual workshop with author Ella McLeod and illustrator Rochelle Falconer, based on their empowering book Goldilocks, Let Me Tell You My Story. The session offered a refreshing, thoughtful twist on a well-known tale, and the class were delighted to take part in a guided drawing activity where they learned how to draw bears.
Both workshops were hugely enjoyable and inspiring, giving pupils the chance to connect with real authors and illustrators while developing their love of reading and creativity.

Nursery Engagement Event
Our Nursery families enjoyed a lovely Engagement Event in the hall on Wednesday with Family-Link Worker Sarah Williams. The session offered a warm and welcoming opportunity for children and their adults to explore early learning activities together. There was a wonderful buzz in the room as families joined in with play-based tasks, shared stories, and took part in practical activities designed to support early development.
Sarah Williams led the session with real enthusiasm, guiding parents and children through a range of fun, hands-on experiences. It was fantastic to see everyone working together, chatting, and celebrating the children’s growing confidence and curiosity. Thank you to all who attended and helped make the morning so positive. We look forward to more opportunities to welcome families into school and continue building strong home‑school partnerships.

The Big Walk and Wheel – Coming Soon!
We’re excited to share that our school will once again be taking part in The Big Walk and Wheel, the UK’s largest inter‑school walking, wheeling, and cycling challenge.
From 16th – 27th of March we’ll be encouraging all pupils to walk, wheel, scoot, or cycle to school as often as they can. The aim is simple: to get active, reduce traffic at the school gates, help the environment, and start each day feeling energised and ready to learn.
Children can take part in whatever way suits them — walking, using a wheelchair, scooting, cycling, or even “park and stride” if you live further away.

Why take part?

⭐ Improves physical and mental wellbeing 🌍 Reduces congestion and pollution around school
🚦 Helps build healthy long‑term travel habits 😄 It’s fun — and there are prizes available nationally!

We’ll be tracking our daily journeys and celebrating the amazing effort our learners put in. Every journey counts, whether it’s once a week or every day. Thank you for your support in helping us make this year’s Big Walk and Wheel our best yet!

Book Club Information
Our new Scholastic Book Club is up and running! Go to https://clubs.scholastic.co.uk/C-96VJTP87 to browse the latest books and order online. For every £1 you spend on this month’s Book Club, our school will earn 20p in Scholastic Rewards.
Please place your order online by March 31st, 2026.

Breakfast Club Reminder
A quick reminder that Breakfast Club opens at 8:00am, with breakfast served until 8:30am. The doors to Breakfast Club close at 8:40am.
For safeguarding purposes, we kindly ask that parents and carers of Foundation Phase learners walk their child/children to the Breakfast Club entrance to ensure they arrive safely.
Please also be aware that families with more than £20 in Breakfast Club payment arrears will unfortunately be unable to access the provision until the outstanding balance has been settled. Thank you for your cooperation and continued support.

Weekly Wellbeing
Victor Hugo (1802–1885) was a celebrated French novelist, poet, and playwright, best known for Les Misérables and The Hunchback of Notre-Dame. As a leading figure of the Romantic movement, he used his writing to explore justice, compassion, and the strength of the human spirit. Hugo’s quote suggests that laughter has the power to warm, uplift, and heal, much like sunshine melting away winter. It reminds us that joy and humour can brighten difficult moments, bring comfort, and restore a sense of hope.
“Laughter is the sun that drives winter from the human face.” — Victor Hugo

Achievers
This week’s brilliant achievers are: Lucas, Ruby, George, Ethan, Kadey, Evie, Evelyn, Flynn, Max, Paisley, Logan, Phoebe, and Jack. Welsh awards went to: Nimrod, Oliver, Emilia-Grace, Megan, Leo, Kobi, Brodie, and Ayatur.
Theo shared his Taekwondo belt and certificate, Toby shared his rugby medal, and Abi, Elianna, and Kitti shared their gymnastics medals. Well done to all our amazing achievers this week.

Celebrating Hannah’s Success
A huge well done to Hannah, who won her solo singing competition at the Urdd Eisteddfod on Saturday. This is an outstanding achievement, and we are all incredibly proud of her talent, hard work, and confidence on stage.
Hannah’s dedication to her singing has truly paid off, and we are delighted to see her success recognised at such a prestigious event. Next stop… Eisteddfod yr Urdd Ynys Môn!
We wish her the very best as she continues her exciting musical journey.

Dear Parents and Carers / Annwyl Rieni a Gwarchodwyr,

Welcome back, everyone!
We hope you all enjoyed a restful and refreshing half‑term break. It’s been lovely to see the children return full of energy and enthusiasm for the busy half‑term ahead.
It’s certainly been a lively first week back in school. We’ve been hosting interviews and carrying out lesson observations as we look to appoint for the Year 6 maternity post. Our Police Liaison Officer, PC Craig, has also been in to deliver his valuable sessions with classes across the school. Year 5 enjoyed a fantastic Art and Technology transition morning, getting a taste of the exciting opportunities that await them as they move through their learning journey. We also welcomed families into school for the Year 3 Family Service, which was a wonderful celebration of pupils’ hard work and creativity.
Thank you, as always, for your continued support. We’re looking forward to a positive and productive rest of the term together!

Rhos St’s Got Talent – Dress Rehearsals and Finals Ahead!
There’s a real sense of excitement building in school as we prepare for Rhos St’s Got Talent 2026! Pupils have been practising their acts with great enthusiasm, and we’re looking forward to seeing the range of amazing talent they’ve been developing.
Dress rehearsals will take place on Tuesday, 10th March, giving all performers the opportunity to run through their routines, polish their performances, and feel confident ahead of the big day.
The highlight of the event will be the Grand Final on Thursday, 12th March. This will be a special in‑school showcase, enjoyed by pupils and staff.
We’re incredibly proud of all the children who have put themselves forward and shown such creativity, commitment, and courage. It promises to be a wonderful celebration of the fantastic talents within our school community.
Good luck to all our performers—Rhos St really has got talent!

Police Liaison Visit – Learning About Staying Safe
Today we were pleased to welcome our Police Liaison Officer, PC Craig, to Rhos St. He spent the day working with pupils in Years 1, 2, 3, and 4, delivering important sessions to help children learn about staying safe, making good choices, and understanding how the police support our community.
The children engaged brilliantly, asking thoughtful questions and taking part in the activities with enthusiasm. These sessions are a valuable part of our personal and social education programme, helping pupils to grow in confidence and awareness.
We’d like to thank PC Craig for his time and for the positive, informative way he works with our learners.

Year 3 Family Service – A Brilliant Celebration of Inventors and Resilience
Yesterday, our Year 3 pupils delivered a truly brilliant Family Service, all themed around inventors, inventions, and the power of resilience. The children explored how great ideas are created, how perseverance leads to success, and how creativity shapes the world around us.
The service also showcased the class’s recent work as forensic scientists, sharing the fascinating investigations and hands‑on learning they’ve enjoyed over the past few weeks. It was wonderful to see how confidently they explained their work and demonstrated the skills they’ve developed.
The performance was filled with lovely songs, expressive acting, and plenty of enthusiasm. Pupils spoke clearly, worked beautifully as a team, and taught us all something new along the way.
We would like to say a heartfelt thank you to all parents, carers, family, and friends who attended. Your support means so much to the children, and it was wonderful to have you with us to celebrate their hard work and achievements.
A huge well done to Year 3 and the staff who supported them—their effort, creativity, and excitement for learning really shone through.

Parental Consultations – 23rd to 26th March
Our Spring Term Parental Consultations will take place from Monday 23rd to Thursday 26th March. These meetings are an important opportunity to discuss your child’s progress, celebrate their achievements, and look ahead to their next steps in learning.
A slip confirming your child’s allocated date and time will be sent home next week. Please check bags carefully and keep the appointment information safe.
If you are unable to attend the time you are given, please let us know as soon as possible. We will do our very best to arrange an alternative appointment that works for you. Thank you for your continued support—we look forward to meeting with you all.

Year 6 Parent/Carer Survey Opportunity: North Wales Police Youth Safety Survey
North Wales Police are currently updating their Serious Violence Strategic Needs Assessment, and they are asking young people across the region to share their views.
As part of this work, they are inviting children and young people aged 11–25 to take part in a short online survey about their perceptions and experiences of safety and violence in their communities.
The original survey, completed in early 2024, helped build a picture of how young people understand and experience violence. This refreshed survey will ensure that the latest voices and experiences are included in this year’s analysis.
If parents or carers wish their Year 6 child to take part, the survey can be completed at home using the link below:
Violence in North Wales – Children and Young Person’s Survey – Fill in form

Exciting Staffing News for Year 6
We are delighted to share some wonderful news regarding our Year 6 team for the summer term.
As many of you will know, Mrs. Alana Price will be beginning her maternity leave at the end of this term. We wish her all the very best as she prepares for this exciting new chapter.
Following a thorough and competitive recruitment process, we are thrilled to announce that Miss Lauryn Cole has been appointed as our new Year 6 teacher from after the Easter break.
Miss Cole impressed the panel with her enthusiasm, expertise, and passion for teaching. She brings a wealth of energy and commitment, and we are confident she will be a fantastic addition to our school community. We are very much looking forward to welcoming her to the team and are excited for the positive impact she will have on our Year 6 pupils as they prepare for their final term with us. Thank you, as always, for your continued support.

Year 4 Family Service – New Date
Due to circumstances outside of our control, we need to reschedule the Year 4 Family Service. The service will now take place on:
• Friday 20th March
• 9:15am
We appreciate that changes can sometimes cause inconvenience, and we are very grateful for your understanding and support.
We look forward to welcoming you on the new date and sharing the children’s hard work with you.

Final Friendly Reminder – Reading in Unusual Places!
A quick reminder that we are still collecting entries for our Reading Challenge: Reading in Unusual Places!
We’re sure there are plenty more brilliant photos sitting on phones and tablets just waiting to be shared — and we’d love to see them!
How to take part:

• Choose a favourite book
• Find an unusual or interesting place to read it – indoors, outdoors, cosy corners or creative spots (as long as it’s safe!)
• Take a photo of your child reading in their unusual place
• Email it to: ReadingChallengeR5@hwbcymru.net
• Please include your child’s full name and class

We’ll be putting together a display of all the entries soon, and prizes will be awarded for the most imaginative photos in each class! A huge thank you to everyone who has already sent in their wonderful pictures — they’ve been fantastic. We can’t wait to see even more. Happy reading!

Weekly Wellbeing
The forthcoming St David’s Day reminds us not only to do the little things, but to cherish our cynefin — the places, people and stories that shape who we are. When children feel rooted in their cynefin, they grow in confidence, belonging and pride in their Welsh identity.

Achievers
This week’s brilliant achievers are: Ethan, Billy, Charlie, Ella, Thomas, and, Ayla.
Welsh awards went to: Kadey, Ethan, Phoebe, Hugo, and Grace.
We also celebrated the pupils who had taken part in our Reading in Unusual Places Challenge, providing some brilliant pictures for the forthcoming display: Theo, Dylan, Chester, Bryce, Harry, Evelyn, Brooke, Logan, Ayla, Leo, Alice, Caleb, Emilia-Grace, and Emily.

Dear Parents and Carers / Annwyl Rieni a Gwarchodwyr,

As we come to the end of a busy and successful half term, I want to thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm. The children have worked incredibly hard over the past few weeks, and we are all ready for a well‑deserved break.
This week included two important awareness events across the school. For Safer Internet Day, pupils took part in thought‑provoking activities about staying safe, showing respect online, and making positive choices in the digital world. We also marked Children’s Mental Health Week, taking time to highlight the importance of wellbeing, kindness, and talking about our feelings.
We hope everyone enjoys a restful and enjoyable half‑term holiday and look forward to welcoming all pupils back to school on Monday 23rd February.

Sensory Lending Library Open Day – STAND
We are pleased to share details of an upcoming Sensory Lending Library Open Day, open to parents, carers, and professionals.
Date: Thursday 19th February 2026
Time: 10:00am – 1:00pm
Venue: Naylor Leyland Centre, Well Street, Ruthin, LL15 1AF
This drop in event is a great opportunity to explore the Sensory Lending Library, which supports families with children and young people who have additional needs or disabilities. Visitors will be able to view a range of sensory items, along with helpful information books and resources.
You are welcome to pop in at any time during the session, or you can book an appointment in advance if preferred.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact: ceri@standnw.org or sarah@standnw.org

Year 3 Crack the Case!
Year 3 have had a fantastic time this half term solving the terrible crime of the stolen Cadbury Chocolate Fingers from the staff room! Using their detective skills, pupils analysed data, applied forensic techniques, interviewed staff members, and even took fingerprints and mugshots to help crack the case.
Their hard work, investigations and careful analysis paid off, and eventually the trail led them to the criminal mastermind… Leanne!
The children have absolutely loved this project and have learned so much through this exciting, hands‑on experience.
A huge thank you to Miss Davies and her team for planning and delivering such an engaging and memorable learning opportunity.

Support with Gas & Electricity Costs
We would like to make families aware of support available through Unity in Community, a charity based in Hull that works to help vulnerable people across the country. They have recently secured funding to support households who are struggling to top up their pre‑payment gas and electricity meters.
As the cost of living continues to rise, many families are finding it harder to make ends meet. Unity in Community are able to offer fuel vouchers, which are sent directly to eligible households via text message.
Who can apply?
To qualify, you must:

• Pay for your energy using a pre‑payment meter.
• Not have received an energy voucher from Unity in Community in the past 12 months.
• Be facing financial difficulty (you can be working, unemployed, self‑employed or retired)

How to get support:
For more information or to register, please call 01482 420836.
Phone lines are open Monday to Friday, 9am–3pm. (If the line is busy, please keep trying.)
Unity in Community are keen to support parents, carers and guardians of children who attend our school, and we hope this will be helpful to any families experiencing difficulties at this time.

Rhos St’s Got Talent
Yesterday, our school was buzzing with excitement as pupils took part in Rhos St’s Got Talent. Each performer showed incredible bravery and confidence as they stepped up in front of our panel of judges to share their amazing skills. The talent on display was truly wonderful, and every act brought something special to the stage. A huge well done to the School Council for their brilliant organisation of the event. Their planning, enthusiasm and teamwork ensured everything ran smoothly and created a supportive environment for all our performers. A special thank you also goes to Mrs. Price, who has been working closely with the School Council and supporting them throughout the process. Her guidance and encouragement have helped the pupils shine. We’re now looking forward to the grand final on Thursday 12th March, where our judges will see even more fantastic talent!

Explore Outside – Supporting Children’s Mental Health and Wellbeing
This spring, we’re encouraging families to make the most of the many free and low‑cost outdoor spaces across Denbighshire. As we mark Children’s Mental Health Week and head into the half‑term break, it’s the perfect time to enjoy fresh air, movement and play together.
Spending time outdoors is an important part of a happy, healthy childhood. Being outside helps children stay active, sparks their curiosity, and gives them the freedom to explore, imagine and connect with the world around them. Outdoor play also supports confidence, resilience, and wellbeing — and it can strengthen family bonds when we join in too.
We are fortunate to have so many wonderful parks, play areas, woods, walks and beaches right on our doorstep, many of which can be enjoyed completely free of charge or at very low cost.
So let’s use this week and the upcoming break as an opportunity to get moving, connect with nature and enjoy active play together. Visit Explore Outside! to discover local playgrounds, parks and outdoor spaces that your children will love.

Safer Internet Day: Exploring AI Safely and Creatively
This week our learners have been celebrating Safer Internet Day by taking part in activities that help them build confidence, understanding, and good habits online. With this year’s theme focusing on Artificial Intelligence, pupils have been thinking about how AI is used in everyday life and how to make safe, sensible choices when using digital tools.
A highlight of the week was joining the live e-sgol and Adobe online session, created especially for primary schools. The session introduced learners to fun, age‑appropriate ways to explore AI creatively while reinforcing the importance of staying safe online. Pupils enjoyed discovering how AI can support creative thinking and problem‑solving, all while remembering key messages about protecting their personal information and using technology responsibly.
It has been an inspiring and engaging week, helping our learners develop the digital skills they need for a safe and confident online future.

Contacting School with Questions, Queries, or Concerns
At Rhos Street, we are always here to support our pupils and families, and we know that questions or concerns can arise from time to time. If you do need to get in touch with a member of staff, please remember that teachers are the right people to contact directly, as they know your child best and are best placed to help.
To ensure we can respond in the most effective and timely way, we ask that parents and carers complete a Meeting Request Form from the school office. This helps us arrange the right member of staff to meet with you and ensures that we can give your query the attention it deserves.

We politely remind families of the following:
• Inform staff of any concerns in a proportionate and courteous manner. We will always do our best to address issues, but please allow us reasonable time to respond.
• Respond to staff courteously when we contact you about any matters involving your child.
• Approach the school directly if you have a concern. Please allow us the opportunity to resolve the issue with you.
• Avoid discussing school matters on unaffiliated social media platforms. Social media is not an appropriate forum for raising concerns and can cause unnecessary upset or misunderstanding.

We must also remind parents that defamatory, offensive, or derogatory comments about the school, its pupils, parents, or staff on Facebook or other social networking sites are not acceptable. If you have a worry or would like to raise an issue, please speak directly to a member of staff, or the Headteacher. This ensures that matters are handled fairly, appropriately, and effectively for all involved.
Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us maintain a positive, respectful school community.

Weekly Wellbeing
John Donne (1572–1631) was an English poet, scholar, and Anglican cleric, widely regarded as one of the greatest Metaphysical poets. His writing is known for its emotional depth, striking imagery, and bold exploration of love, faith, connection, and the human experience.
His famous meditation containing the lines “No man is an island” expresses a timeless truth about human belonging and interconnectedness—ideas that continue to resonate centuries later.

“No man is an island, entire of itself; every man is a piece of the continent, a part of the main.”

John Donne
Achievers

This week’s fantastic achievers are: Molly, Theo, Teddy, Theo, Carter, Archie, Poppy, Ted, Daniel, Sophie, Eden, and Jack.
Welsh awards went to: Isla, Blake, Caleb, Wren, Chester, Emily, Neve, and Alex. Isla shared her bronze medal from the regional swimming finals.
Well done to all our amazing achievers!