Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.

• Message From Mrs Robbins

  Wed 03 Mar 2021
  Good morning all,
  
  Hopefully there will be some good news over the next day or so about KS2 returning to school on March 15th.
  
  Keep your eyes on the news and I’ll let you know as soon as I hear anything.
  
  I did read the article below this morning too, which also gives hope to those of us like myself with children in Y7-9.
  
  https://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/coronavirus-wales-schools-return-classroom-19952348
  
  Let’s hope we are finally turning the corner.
  
  Have a great day!
  
  Mrs Robbins

• Message From Mrs Tomlins

  Wed 24 Feb 2021
  Bore da
  
  Please can the pavement outside the Junior school gate be kept clear at the start and end of the school day unless you are collecting your child.
  
  Yesterday there was a lot of congestion during the time our children with complex needs were being taken to the taxis.
  
  It would help us greatly if you are coming from the Foundation Phase building, to cross on the corner with Mrs Tomkins.
  
  Many thanks

• Message From Mrs Robbins - Regarding Wrap Around Care

  Tue 23 Feb 2021
  Good morning,
  
  We have been asked to keep a list of any pupils who use wrap around care or other childcare outside of school so that if we have any positive cases we know who else to contact.
  
  If you do use a childminder or any wrap around please could you let the office know - 01495 270494 or dojo your child’s teacher and they will pass it onto the office.
  
  Many thanks,
  
  Mrs Robbins

• Message From Mrs Robbins

  Fri 12 Feb 2021
  Good afternoon,
  
  Here is a link for a letter to all parents from Keri Coles, our Director of Education in Caerphilly:
  
  https://www.caerphilly.gov.uk/News/News-Bulletin/Chwefror-2021/CCBC-Schools-update?lang=en-GB
  
  Have a lovely half term and thank you for your continued support.
  
  Mrs Robbins

• Share The Love This Valentine's Day #Newbridgehearts

  Mon 08 Feb 2021

  Morning all,
  
  I have posted a lovely opportunity to get involved with a Newbridge project for Valentine's Day. All of our local schools will be getting involved. The aim is to fill the area with hearts in the window and spread a bit of cheer!
  
  Mrs Robbins

   

   

• Message From Mrs Robbins

  Fri 05 Feb 2021
  Good afternoon,
  
  I’m sure you’ve seen the news today that all Foundation Phase children will be returning to school, at some point, during the week after half term.
  
  When I’m clearer on all the details I will make a video and post early next week.
  
  Ks2 will be continuing learning at home. We will still provide face to face learning for key worker children and other children who need more support as we do currently.
  
  Have a good weekend!
  
  Mrs Robbins

• Children's Mental Health Week - Friendly February Action Calendar

  Wed 03 Feb 2021

  In conjunction with Children's Mental Health week here is a link to an Action for Happiness Action Calendar.  This month is Friendly February.  Take a look for some actions that are suitable for children to carry out.

   

  http://www.actionforhappiness.org/february

• Message From Mrs Reid - Children's Mental Health Week

  Wed 03 Feb 2021
  I hope you are all well and staying safe.
  
  This week is Children's Mental Health week. There are some lovely websites with videos, information and ideas for activities which may be useful for you to look and and use at home.
  
  There is a virtual assembly which would be a really good starting point for discussing mental health with children, you can find the assembly here https://youtu.be/zisXE4KlLAI
  
  The Children's Mental Health website has lots of information and activities for schools and parents https://www.childrensmentalhealthweek.org.uk/
  
  Another lovely website a parent shared with me this week is https://www.wildlifewatch.org.uk/childrens-mental-health-week-2021
  It has lots of lovely ideas for using the outdoors and nature to help mental health in children (and adults!)
  
  I hope you find some of these websites and activities useful.
  
  If you have any concerns about your child's mental health please contact their class teacher to discuss your concerns.

• Message From Mr deSnyder Re. Children's Commissioner for Wales

  Tue 26 Jan 2021
  The Children’s Commissioner for Wales is today launching another listening exercise, asking Wales’ children and young people for their current views and
  opinions of the effect of the pandemic on various aspects of their lives. Working with the Welsh Government, Children in Wales and Welsh Youth Parliament, nearly 24,000 responses were received to the first survey, which launched in May last year, the results of which have shaped decision-making by local governments and the Welsh Government.
  
  Please copy and paste this link into your web browser https://www.childcomwales.org.uk/coronavirusandme/
  
  Thank you for your cooperation.

• Covid Testing Units in Caerphilly Borough

  Wed 20 Jan 2021
  Good morning all,
  
  Please see important information below regarding testing units.
  
  Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is extending the Covid-19 testing units in Caerphilly Borough. If you feel generally unwell or have symptoms of Coronavirus (Covid-19) - a new continuous cough, high temperature or loss of taste and/or smell, please call 119 or visit https://www.gov.uk/get-coronavirus-test to book a test. Remember these symptoms can be very mild. Please note, these are appointment only Walk Up facilities - you may arrive on foot or by push bike. Testing kits can also be requested to be posted to your home address. Apply for these by visiting the website above or call 119
  
  Mobile Test Units:
  Tuesday 19th 09:00 - 16:00 Blackwood - Former CCBC Site Pontllanfraith house, Blackwood Rd, Blackwood NP12 2YW
  Wednesday 20th 09:00 - 16:00 Blackwood - Former CCBC Site Pontllanfraith house, Blackwood Rd, Blackwood NP12 2YW
  Thursday 21st 09:00 - 16:00 Blackwood - Former CCBC Site Pontllanfraith house, Blackwood Rd, Blackwood NP12 2YW
  Friday 22nd 09:00 - 16:00 Bargoed Library Car Park Bargoed Library Car Park, Hanbury Road, Bargoed CF81 8QR
  Saturday 23rd 09:00 - 16:00 Bargoed Library Car Park Bargoed Library Car Park, Hanbury Road, Bargoed CF81 8QR
  Sunday 24th 09:00 - 16:00 Caerphilly Leisure Centre Virginia Cl, Caerphilly CF83 3SW CF83 3SW
  Monday 25th 09:00 - 16:00 Caerphilly Leisure Centre Virginia Cl, Caerphilly CF83 3SW CF83 3SW
  
  Booking required: 119 / www.gov.wales
  The test is done in 5 minutes
  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.
  You can also have a test posted to your home.
  Apply online at www.gov.wales or phone 119.
  For more information on test centres in our Health Board area: https://abuhb.nhs.wales/coronavirus/testing-centres/