Llangrannog Trip!

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Gwersyll yr Urdd Llangrannog

From Friday, 17th January, to Sunday, 19th January, 50 enthusiastic Year 7 pupils, accompanied by three Welsh department staff and two Maths teachers who are learning Welsh, embarked on an action-packed weekend at Gwersyll yr Urdd.

Dydd Gwener / Friday
The adventure began with a packed lunch upon arrival, followed by unpacking and a scenic walk along the coastal path to Llangrannog beach. Pupils explored the caves, skimmed stones into the water, and enjoyed the tranquility of the village during the walk back to the camp.

Friday evening was full of excitement with activities such as Welsh Bingo, lively Twmpath dancing (including the famous Mr. Urdd dance), a visit to the Urdd shop for souvenirs and treats, and energetic sports in the hall, including crab football, volleyball, basketball, and dodgeball. After a busy day, it was time to settle down for the night.

Dydd Sadwrn / Saturday
The day began early with breakfast at 7:45 am, fuelling everyone for a morning packed with thrilling activities such as quad biking, low outdoor ropes, an escape room challenge, and high ropes.

After lunch, the excitement continued with go-karting, skiing, and tobogganing. The day ended with a delicious supper, followed by a disco and a quiz in the evening. By the end of the night, pupils were starting to look a little tired and happily headed to bed.

Dydd Sul / Sunday
The final day started bright and early again, with activities such as abseiling, wall climbing, swimming, and archery. The weekend concluded with a lovely Sunday dinner before packing up for the journey home.

The trip was a resounding success, with most pupils taking a well-deserved nap on the bus back to school. All pupils were polite, well-behaved, and a credit to the school throughout the weekend.

A huge thank you to the staff and pupils for making this an unforgettable trip!

 

Time to Talk

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The Swansea Local Authority Additional Learning Needs Inclusion Team is offering ‘Time to Talk’ sessions for parents and carers of children and young people facing social communication and interaction challenges. These 30-minute appointments allow for discussions with the team, focusing on how to best support the family. No diagnosis of ASD/ADHD or referral on the Neurodevelopment pathway is required to attend.

Parents/Carers must book in advance via the email provided: [email protected]

 

 

 

The Record Breakers Summer Reading Challenge

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In the summer, all our Cluster Primary school pupils were invited to take part in a competition: The Record Breakers Summer Reading Challenge. The aim was to read at least 6 books during the summer holidays and write a small review.

In September, all new pupils who had joined us from outside the catchment area, were also given the chance to take part in this exciting opportunity.

The 7 winners received their certificates and the promised chocolate treats, in assembly 2 weeks ago and they were also allowed to choose 3 free books each, from World Book Day as a reward. In addition, last week, they were invited to choose an extra gift from the Scholastic Book Fayre in the Library.

Please congratulate our winners and take a look at the display half way along the Library wall, celebrating these fabulous achievers who all rose to the challenge set:

Faith, reading a fabulous 9 books

Kiera

Catrin

Marley

Halle

Sophie

Ini

U13 Girls 7-a-Side Regional Winners!

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Please congratulate the girls that participated and won this tournament.

They were amazing and a credit to the school.

The attitude, behaviour and effort put in over a long day of football was first class – resulting in a thoroughly deserved victory.

They played seven games in all without losing and came from behind to win the final in extra time.

 

They now go through to the next level of the competition.

 

We Need Your Input: Help Us Improve Autism Services

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If you are a parent or carer of a child with a diagnosis of autism, we invite you to take part in a national survey to share your experiences. Your feedback is invaluable in helping to understand your experiences, as a parent/carer of a child with autism.

The survey is part of a project aimed at evaluating autism services and making meaningful changes based on the needs and perspectives of parents and carers.

Please complete the survey by the end of November. It will only take a few minutes of your time, but your input will make a significant difference in shaping future support for autistic children and their families.

Please click the link below.

Thank you for your participation!

https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/TT3MP4/

 

Y Ddraig Goch

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Cafodd Bl 7 amser anhygoel yn gwylio perfformiad “Y Ddraig Goch” ym Mhontardawe. Llwyddiant mawr!

Ar ddydd Mawrth, 15fed Hydref, a dydd Mercher, 16eg Hydref, aeth yr Adran Gymraeg â 45 o ddisgyblion i Ganolfan Celfyddydau Pontardawe i wylio Y Ddraig Goch, a ysgrifennwyd gan Kyle Lima. Roedd y daith yn llwyddiant ysgubol, gyda’r holl fyfyrwyr wedi mwynhau’r perfformiad yn fawr. Roedd yr adborth gan y grŵp yn hynod gadarnhaol, gyda disgyblion yn arbennig o frwdfrydig am y rapio, y gwisgoedd bywiog, a’r stori gyfareddol.

On Tuesday, 15th October, and Wednesday, 16th October, the Welsh department took 45 pupils to the Pontardawe Arts Centre to watch The Welsh Dragon, written by Kyle Lima. The trip was a great success, with all students thoroughly enjoying the performance. Feedback from the group was overwhelmingly positive, with pupils particularly enthusiastic about the rapping, the vibrant costumes, and the captivating storyline.

The play tells the story of two dragons battling within the walls of a Welsh castle, causing the structure to crumble. The only way to stop the battle is through the intervention of someone of pure Welsh heritage. However, the play cleverly poses the question: How do you truly determine someone’s Welsh identity?

The Welsh Dragon, presented by Theatr Iolo, blends myth with historical truths, exploring themes of identity, ethnicity, and ancestry. Featuring music, rap, and a historical twist, the play challenges traditional narratives passed down over generations. The fast-paced, thought-provoking production not only entertained but also encouraged pupils to reflect on the deeper messages within the story.

The production team and cast were outstanding, with standout performances from Kimberley Abodunrin as the Welsh Dragon and Jaden Baker as Cheddar Man. The creative team, including director Ewa Dina and composer Eädyth Crawford, created an immersive atmosphere, with Kyle Legall’s designs and Katy Morison’s lighting adding to the magic on stage.

Overall, The Welsh Dragon was a fantastic experience for the pupils, sparking meaningful discussions on identity while providing an entertaining and educational outing. We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you for the warm welcome we received at Pontardawe Arts Centre. We look forward to seeing your next production!

Credits:

  • Writer: Kyle Lima
  • Director: Ewa Dina
  • Composer: Eädyth Crawford
  • Designer: Kyle Legall
  • Lighting Designer: Katy Morison
  • Sound Designer: Sam Jones
  • Trainee Director: David McSparron
  • Production Managers: Nick Allsop, Ceri James
  • Producer: Kate Perridge

Cast:

  • Kimberley Abodunrin: The Welsh Dragon
  • Jaden Baker: Cheddar Man
  • Iesha Henry-Cameron: G
  • Richard Nichols: King Vortigern / The Saxon Dragon
  • Lizzie Rogan: Aunt Jo / Advisor

Glan-Llyn Trip

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Penwythnos yma Medi 20fed -22ain, aeth 30 ddisgybl Bl 9, 10, ac 11 i Lan-llyn yng Ngogledd Cymru ar antur fythgofiadwy gyda’r adran Gymraeg. Roedd y penwythnos yn llawn gweithgareddau cyffrous, yn dechrau gyda’r wal dringo ac adeiladu rafft (roedd rhai rafftiau yn well nag eraill, haha!). Cafodd y disgyblion cyfle i canŵio, ymgaisio saethyddiaeth, cyfeiriannu, gwyllt grefft, nofio, rhaffau uchel, a’r disgynnydd.

Gyda’r nos roedd cwis am Gymru, gemau’r neuadd chwaraeon, disgo bywiog, a gorffen y noswaith yn ymlacio gyda ffilm. Roedd yn wych gweld y myfyrwyr yn herio eu hunain, yn gweithio fel tîm, ac yn mwynhau.

Penwythnos llawn egni, chwerthin, ac atgofion! Ar y cyfan, cafodd pawb amser anhygoel. 🌲🏞️Glan-llynyn #TaithYsgol #AthrawonBalch

This weekend, from Friday 20th to Sunday 22nd, 30 pupils from Years 9, 10, and 11 went to Glan-Llyn in North Wales for an unforgettable adventure with the Welsh department. The weekend was packed with exciting activities, starting with wall climbing and raft building (some rafts held up better than others, haha!). The pupils also got to experience canoeing, archery, orienteering, bushcraft, swimming, high ropes, and the thrilling tower bungee jump.

In the evenings, we kept the fun going with a quiz about Wales, sports hall games, a lively disco, and finished the nights off by relaxing with a film. It was fantastic to see the students challenging themselves, working as a team, and enjoying every moment.

A weekend full of energy, laughter, and memories! All in all, everyone had an amazing time. 🌲🏞️ #GlanLlyn #SchoolTripAdventures #ProudTeacher

 

 

 

6th Form Business Trip

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6th Form Business Trip

A group of enthusiastic pupils from our school’s 6th form embarked on an exciting business trip to Swansea.com Stadium on the 19th March 2024. The trip was meticulously planned by Roger Goodwin of the Swansea City Supporter’s Trust. Our pupils were treated to a stadium tour of areas that are usually off-limits to everyone except the players, backroom staff and officials. Highlights of the experience included sitting in the teams official changing rooms, away changing rooms and walking through the players’ tunnel where football and rugby legends have passed to arrive at the side of the pitch, each area being brought magically alive through an immersive talk from one of the experienced members of the stadium tour guide team.

In the second half of the tour pupils got to visit the press room for an in-depth discussion on the business aspect side of the club. The talk provided valuable insights into the ownership and behind the scenes life of the corporate world of Swansea City AFC. This session successfully fostered a deeper understanding of Swansea City AFC business operations linking to the course Business specification.