Cwmcarn Primary School
Nurture, Challenge, Inspire
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Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.
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Important Information on Return to School in January
Fri 18 Dec 2020Dear Parent/Guardian,
Welsh Government’s announcement:-
Following this announcement, in regard to the arrangements for the new term in January, 2021, I am writing to confirm the approach for schools in Caerphilly CBC and for us at Cwmcarn Primary.
This decision has been based upon the increasing number of staff shortages due to positive cases and self-isolation together with the concern that these numbers are, of course, unpredictable for the first week of term. All risk assessments will have to be reviewed. It is a Welsh Government decision, not a school's decision.
Monday 4th January will be our INSET as planned and then Tuesday, 5th January and Wednesday, 6th January will be distance learning days for all schools, whilst staffing levels are confirmed.
We aim to have school open to all classes on Thursday, January 7th providing we have enough staff to safely do so. If there are any classes that we are unable to open we will let you know on Monday 4th January.
If we do have any classes that we were unable to open we would provide care for any children whose parents are key workers and had no other childcare options from Thursday 7th.
During the first week of term all children will need to bring their own lunch as the canteen will not be operating. We will also be delaying the start of the rising 3’s and Miss Pyle will inform the parents of the new start date .
Other points to note
Pupils entitled to free school meals will continue to receive deliveries as up to now.
Pupils having provision on site will be required to bring a packed lunch.
The Welsh Government list of key workers is extensive, so priority for applications will be given to those from frontline emergency services, social care and education staff in the first instance, in line with our current context in Caerphilly. In our case, this will only apply where we are unable to open classes from Thursday January 7th.
If you have any questions we will be happy to answer those we can today on dojo, otherwise we will answer them the first day or so of the new term.
I hope you all have a happy and healthy Christmas.
Yours sincerely,
Mrs H Robbins
Headteacher -
Message from Mrs Robbins
Thu 17 Dec 2020Afternoon all,
Please see the news article below. I will give you some further information on how this will look for Cwmcarn Primary over the coming days.
Thank you,
Mrs Robbins
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-55354318 -
Free School Meals Over Christmas
Wed 16 Dec 2020Good Morning,
If you are in receipt of Free School meals, you will be receiving a food parcel from Caerphilly Catering for the days that we have online blended learning.
Unfortunately, I’m not sure which day this will be, but you will have a food parcel at some point.
Have a lovely Christmas everyone 🎅
Mrs Reardon -
Mr Beech's Class Isolating
Sat 12 Dec 2020For the attention of Mr Beech’s Class
Good afternoon,
Unfortunately Mr Beech has just informed me that he has tested positive for corona virus.
He is feeling well in himself and has no symptoms but was tested as a result of a family member being positive.
As a result of this all of the pupils in Mr Beech’s class must now self-isolate until the end of Saturday December 19th.
This means those children must not leave the house or garden and you should not have any visitors to your home.
You should keep a close eye on your children and if they develop any of the symptoms you should take medical advice.
Thanks for your cooperation and please message us if you have any further questions.
Mrs Robbins -
End of Term Changes
Fri 11 Dec 2020Afternoon all,
The Welsh Government and Local Authority have changed their position on the end of term. Please see the letter here, which I will also send home today.
Monday will be the last day for all of our pupils to attend school before Christmas.
I find myself apologising to you again - it's all very confusing and very late notice. I'm frustrated with it all; but I hope you appreciate these times are challenging and the decisions are made mainly by others.
Have a lovely weekend and please stay safe.
Mrs Robbins -
Early Christmas Closure
Mon 07 Dec 2020Good afternoon,
Please see the letter below, which I will also be sending home today.
I can only apologise for the late notice, however the local authority made the final decision this morning.
School will now finish on site for all pupils next Wednesday 16th December.
Nursery will finish on Tuesday 15th December.
If you have any questions please contact the office or you can message me on here.
Kindest regards,
Mrs Robbins -
Message From the Governing Body
Fri 04 Dec 2020Message from the Governing Body:
Following a recent national advertisement and a rigorous two day interview process the Governors are delighted to announce that Mrs Helen Robbins has been appointed permanent Head Teacher of our school.
We would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Mrs Robbins on the appointment. We look forward to continue working with Mrs Robbins and her team at Cwmcarn Primary in our collective vision to Nurture, Challenge and Inspire every child at our school.
Mrs A Preece Jones -
Christmas Party Day
Fri 04 Dec 2020Good Morning,
We would like to remind you that Christmas Party Day is on Wednesday 9/12/2020.
Please can you provide your child with a small plate of party food
i.e... crisps, party rings, chocolate etc... on a disposable plate and covered. Can you also provide your child with an extra drink, please can this be either, squash, water, flavoured water, and in a plastic bottle. NO POP.
(No sandwiches please, as children will have just had their lunch)
Many Thanks for your continued support.
Mrs Reardon -
Update on Covid Testing Sites in Caerphilly Borough
Fri 04 Dec 2020Please find below updated information regarding testing sites within Caerphilly.
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is extending the opening of its mobile COVID-19 testing units in Caerphilly, and moving between differing locations across the borough over the weekend.
The mobile testing units will provide a walk up testing service to residents of the borough.
If you have symptoms of Coronavirus (Covid-19) - a new continuous cough, high temperature or loss of taste and/or smell, please call 0300 30 31 222 to book a quick, safe test. Remember these symptoms can be very mild.
Schedule below:
Date: Operations times: Location: Post Code:
Thursday 3rd December 09:00-12:30 Rhymney - Former Aldi Car aprk NP22 5ET
13:30-16:00 Bargoed Library CF81 8QR
Friday 4th December 09:00-12:30 Rhymney - Former Aldi Car aprk NP22 5ET
13:30-16:00 Bargoed Library CF81 8QR
Saturday 5th December 09:00-12:30 Blackwood - Former CCBC Site NP12 2YW
13:30-16:00 Bargoed Library CF81 8QR
Sunday 6th December 09:00-12:30 Blackwood - Former CCBC Site NP12 2YW
13:30-16:00 Bargoed Library CF81 8QR
• The test is done in 5 minutes
• Only for residents of Caerphilly. Bring ID and proof of address.
• Please wear a face covering on the way to and from your test
• Please do not use public transport
• Do not visit any shops or other places on the way to or from your test
• Please remember, if you have symptoms of Coronavirus, you and your whole household must self-isolate at home until you receive your test results.
For people who live outside the Caerphilly area, there are other testing facilities available in Gwent. Call 0300 30 31 222 between 8am - 6pm to book.
You can also have a test posted to your home.
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Flu Immunisations
Wed 02 Dec 2020Afternoon,
The Flu Immunisation team will be back in school Thursday 10th December 2020.
Any children that were absent on their last visit will have the opportunity to be immunised then.
If you have forms at home, can you please return ASAP.
Many Thanks,
Mrs Reardon
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