Autumn term reports
All parents will receive their child's termly report on Monday via email.
Welsh Vision
As part of our Welsh language delivery plans we are writing a vision for Welsh. This will be a statement of our aims for the pupils of the school - what skills and attitudes we would like them to develop during their time at Ysgol Ffordun. We would like to take on board a range of views. Please consider what you think is important about the Welsh language and being Welsh and complete this short, anonymous form. Many thanks. Diolch.
Pantomime
The whole school will be visiting Theatre Severn on Tuesday to see the pantomime Sleeping Beauty. Your child will need to take their water bottle with them. Please do not send any snacks or sweets as the school will provide refreshments for all pupils.
The bus will leave school at 9:00am prompt.
As we are not back in time for school dinners, all pupils will need a packed lunch. If you have ordered a packed lunch through school, this will be provided.
Lexia
Congratulations to Rhian, Fletcher, Cameron, Alexa and Evan for completing a level on Lexia. Well done to Rhys for finishing his final level and completing the whole program.
Seren yr wythnos
Mae seren yr wythnos yn dosbarth Bedwen ydy Brodi, yn Collen ydy Cameron ac yn dosbarth Ysgawen ydy Olivia. Da iawn pawb.
Christmas Fayre
Thank you to all parents who volunteered to help at the Christmas Fayre, on stalls and serving refreshments.
Groups of pupils worked hard planning and running their activities and were pleased when they counted up the takings on Thursday.
- Healthy Schools Group £26.20
- Criw Cymraeg £25.35
- School Council £40.40
- Sports Ambassadors £24.00
Other monies raised:
- Refreshments £45.00
- Raffle £155.00
- Bottle stall £131.00
- Christmas stall £67.30
- After School Club £25.00
- Breakfast Club £17.00
Together we made a fantastic total of £556.35
Thank you to all who came along to the Fayre and supported the school.
Bring & Buy Sale
Our annual Bring & Buy sale will be on Friday 13th December. This is chance to sort through all toys and books before Christmas. Please send in any saleable donations next week.
On Friday, pupils will need a purse or wallet with their name inside and a few coins to spend. The stalls are sorted into items costing 5p, 10p, 20p, 50p or £1. Pupils do not need to bring many coins. Older pupils support the younger ones in using coins to make their purchases. Please also send in a shopping bag/plastic bag.
All money raised at the Bring & Buy sale is donated to Hope House Children's hospice.
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Dates for your diary
Next week
- Tuesday -Pantomime @Theatre Severn - whole school
- Friday - Bring & Buy sale
Future dates:
Wed 18th Dec Christmas Celebration (poem & songs): 2pm in St Michael's church, 6pm in Community Centre
Thu 19th Dec Christmas parties (non uniform)
Fri 20th Dec Break up for Christmas (Christmas jumper day - optional)
Monday 23rd Dec - Monday 6th Jan - Christmas Holidays
Tue 7th Jan 2025 Return to school
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Community Notices
Cock & Wok Quiz Night - fundraising for school
The Cock & Wok will be holding a Quiz Night on Wednesday 18th December at 7:30pm. All monies raised will be donated to school. £3pp entry.
Powys - children's play opportunities survey
To complete this survey, please scan the QR code or follow the link below. Thank you.
Free Christmas craft activities - 15th Dec 24
School Admissions
Applications for Reception places in September 25 closes on Monday 6th January 2025.
Applications for Pre-School places.
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