Dear Minera Families,
We hope you all had a lovely half term break. It’s been wonderful to see everyone settling back into their classes so well. As we head into a busy and festive season, here are some important updates and dates for your diary. We hope you enjoy reading this newsletter and catching up on all the wonderful things happening at Minera School!
Regards/Cofion,
Spencer Williams
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Celebration Friday
Stars of the Week
Welsh Speaker of the Week
Other News
Minera Remembrance Service
We’ve been invited by Minera Community Council to attend the annual Remembrance Service at the Minera War Memorial. Schedule: 🕥 10:30am – Children meet at school (please wear school uniform) 🕚 10:45am – Service begins near the bus shelter 🔹 Prayers 🔹 Minute silence at 11am 🔹 Laying of wreaths and crosses 🔹 Children will lay crosses at the memorial
Please note: As this event is on a Saturday, children must be accompanied by an adult. Your presence would be greatly appreciated.
Open Evening - Monday 10th November
You are warmly invited to our Open Evening on Monday 10th November, from 3:15pm to 5:30pm. This is a great opportunity to come into school and look through your child’s work and celebrate their progress. Staff will be available to answer any questions and share insights into your child’s learning journey. No appointment is needed – just drop in at a time that suits you. We look forward to seeing you there!
New School Website Launch
We’re excited to announce the launch of our brand-new school website: www.mineraprimary.wales Please note that some pages are still under construction. We appreciate your patience as we continue to update and improve the site.
Non-Uniform Days in November
We have two upcoming non-uniform days: Friday 14th November We are holding a Non-Uniform Day in support of Children in Need! Pupils are invited to come to school in their favourite clothes on Friday 14th November, and we kindly ask for a donation to help make a difference in the lives of children across the UK. Donations can be made easily and securely online via our JustGiving page: https://www.justgiving.com/page/minera-aided-primary-school-11?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL Friday 21st November Please bring donations for the Christmas Fair. Suggested donations: chocolates, wine, festive goodies, etc.
Thank you for your support and generosity!
Christmas Events – Save the Dates!
- 5th December – Christmas Fair at 2:00pm
- 11th December – Christmas School Dinner & Christmas Jumper Day
- 12th December – Grove Park Panto Trip
- 15th December – Dress Rehearsals for Christmas Presentation
- 17th December - Explorers Presentation at 2:00pm in St Mary's Church
- 17th December - Navigators Presentation at 6:00pm in St Mary's Church
- 18th December – Pioneers Presentation at 9:15am in School
- 18th December - After School Club Christmas Party Night
- 19th December – School closes for Christmas holidays
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Facebook - Spread the word
I'd like to highlight our school's Facebook page - it's a wonderful window into the exciting learning and fun that happens every day at Minera. We're incredibly proud of our children and our community, so please join, share, and help us spread the smiles and celebrations of Minera School far and wide.
Diary
November/Tachwedd
- 3rd - School re-opens
- 10th - Parents Open Evening
- 14th - Children in Need Day
- 21st - Non Uniform for Christmas Fair Donations
- 27th - Parent Form at 3:15pm
December/Rhagfyr
- 3rd - School Advent Service at St Mary's Church
- 5th - Christmas Fair
- 12th - Panto at Grove Park Theatre in Wrexham
- 15th – Dress Rehearsals for Christmas Presentation
- 17th - Explorers Presentation at 2:00pm in St Mary's Church
- 17th - Navigators Presentation at 6:00pm in St Mary's Church
- 18th – Pioneers Presentation at 9:15am in School
- 18th - After School Club Christmas Party Night
- 19th - School Closes for Christmas
Training Days for 2025/26
- Monday 1st September 2025
- Tuesday 2nd September 2025
- Friday 24th October 2025
- Monday 5th January 2026
- Monday 13th April 2026
- Monday 20th July 2026
Safeguarding
If you have any safeguarding concerns, please contact our Designated Safeguarding Officers: Mr Spencer Williams, Mr Adam Barnes and Mrs Kelly Armstrong. You can reach them via the School Office.
'Love Your Neighbour As Yourself' Matthew 22.29
'Love the Lord Your God' Mark 12:30