Welcome
We welcomed 6 new pupils into school this week: Mya, Mabel, Ted, Reign, Hughie and Maisie. We also welcomed Mrs Brooks, teaching in dosbarth Hafren.
Secondary School Admissions
The Secondary School Admission Round for learners born between 01/09/2014 – 31/08/2015 opened on Monday 1st September 2025. Parents/Carers need to complete an online application at https://en.powys.gov.uk/article/1158/Applying-for-a-School-Place
Applications need to be made by the deadline of Friday 31st October 2025.
Secondary Common Offer Date is Monday 2 March 2026.
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Dates for your diary
Next week:
- Monday - swimming (Year 1-6)
Future dates:
Tue 16th Sept - School photographs
Fri 26th Sept - Cross Country @ Maesydre (Y3-6)
Tue 7th Oct - Football/Netball tournament @ Forden
Thu 23rd Oct - Hallowe'en disco (5:30-7:00pm)
Friday 24th October - Non-pupil day (Welshpool area schools)
Monday 27th - Friday 31st October - Half Term
Fri 14th Nov - Year 6 Cycle Awareness Training
Wed 10th Dec - Whole school trip - pantomime
Friday 19th Dec - last day of term
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Community Notices
Amdani Powys / Let's Go Powys
Scan the QR code below to see the sporting / activity clubs and opportunities available locally. (or visit the website Letsgopowys
Home Start Cymru
When should I keep my child off school? - NHS advice
It can be tricky deciding whether or not to keep your child off school when they're unwell. There are government guidelines for schools and nurseries about health protection and managing specific infectious diseases. These say when children should be kept off school and when they shouldn't.
Safeguarding
If you have any safeguarding concerns, no matter how big or small, please report it. Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility.
If you have concerns or suspicions concerning a child, contact Powys safeguarding team 24 hours/day, 365 days/year by email csfrontdoor@powys.gov.uk or through their online reporting form (Click for link).
You can also call them on 01597 827666 (Mon-Thu 8:45am-4:45pm and Fri 8:45am-4:15pm). For out of hours, please call 0345 054 4847
The designated safeguarding lead in school is Mrs Fowler, the deputy safeguarding lead is Mrs Haine and our governor responsible for safeguarding is Sean McLaughlin.
Free School Meals
Find out about Grants and Reliefs, Benefits and Awards, Managing your Money and Debt Advice, and other help and support. Telephone number 01597 826345 Open 9am - 1pm
Even though primary school meals are free to all pupils, if you register for Free School Meals you can help your school benefit from funding because you have registered.
Registering for Free School Meals might also qualify you for other help and assistance, including school uniform clothing grants
To register is easy and confidential. You don't have to tell the school. (Click for link)
Who can register for Free School Meals?
To get free meals in Powys schools, the parents/carers must get one of the following:
- Income Support
- Job Seekers Allowance (Income Based)
- If you are an Asylum Seeker getting support under the Immigration and Asylum Act.
- State Pension Guaranteed Credit
- Employment and Support Allowance - Income based
- Child Tax Credit - as long as you are not getting an amount for childcare paid with your CTC, or getting Working Tax Credit. HM Revenue & Customs must also have worked out your household income as £16,190 a year or less.
- Universal Credit - as long as your annual net earnings are £7400 or less