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SIARTER IAITH BRONZE AWARD

Fri 26 May 2023

We are pleased to announce that today we were assessed for the Siarter Iaith Bronze Award and have successfully achieved all criteria. The pupils in our Criw Cymraeg and Mrs Williams have worked incredibly hard gathering evidence and promoting Welsh around the school. Gwaith da bawb!

Summer Half Term Newsletter

Fri 26 May 2023 M Jones

We have had another busy half term at Sketty Primary School. Read all about what has been happing this half term in our newsletter!

Happy half term all!

Reminder - Crossing patrol vacancy

Wed 24 May 2023 M Jones

Half Term Activities

Tue 23 May 2023 M Jones

Half Term activities at Penlan Leisure Centre.

Junior Triathlon camp for children aged 9 - 14 years old - Wednesday 31st May - 9:30am-3:30pm

The camp will run from 9:30am – 3:30pm on Wednesday 31st May, and will involve practicing all the elements of triathlon including the transitions and putting it all together at the end of the camp with a mini triathlon. A day of swim, bike, run and most importantly FUN.

All abilities are welcome!

IMPORTANT BITS:

- All children are required to be able to swim a minimum of 50m unaided and ride a bike unaided

- No food will be provided, so please provide a packed lunch, snacks and drinks - please no products containing nuts.

Kit Required:

- Swimming trunks/bather and goggles (swim caps will be provided), towel.

- Running shoes/trainers to be used for both bike, run and fitness sessions.

- Bike and helmets will be provided by the Sport and Health team. (You can bring your own helmet and road worthy bike if you like)

- Provide spare clothes if it’s raining as sessions are likely to go ahead in the wet

£7.50 per person - Booking required >>> https://bit.ly/3Bl3oO8

Should you have any queries, please contact mark.evans2@swansea.gov.uk

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Balance Bike Festival – Friday 2nd June 10am – 12pm

Swansea Council Sport & Health team will be delivering a Balance Bike Festival for children aged 2 – 5 years old.

It’s aimed at children that can already use a balance bike and will involve fun obstacle races, skills, relay races, balance challenges and just ride sessions.

If you are new to balance bikes or interested in giving it a go, we have an area for taster sessions with our coaches.

You will require a Balance Bike and Helmet. If you do not have one we can provide you with a bike and helmet.

£1.50 per person - Booking required >>> https://bit.ly/3WpYIAf

We are looking forward to seeing you there. Should you have any queries, please contact mark.evans2@swansea.gov.uk

Cultural Diversity day

Mon 22 May 2023 Julie Miller

Thank you to everyone who dressed up today to celebrate Diversity Day.
We did really well with our assembly and enjoyed seeing all the different cultures that were being celebrated with traditional clothes.
Year 2 had a visit from Grace's mum who is from Brazil and was sharing some of her wonderful culture and the Year 2 children practised Samba dancing.
Thanks
From The No Outsiders Committee

Sun Safety

Mon 22 May 2023 M Jones

How to stay safe in the sun from The Health and Safety Committee

Swansea Bay NHS

Fri 19 May 2023 Julie Miller

Swansea bay NHS

Families living with autism and other neurodivergent conditions can now access 24 hour support and advice, the Deputy Minister for Social Services Julie Morgan has announced.

This is being delivered via an expansion of the Community Advice Listening Line (C.A.L.L), with its skilled and experienced staff receiving additional training on neurodivergence from the National Autism Team.

The listening line can be accessed by calling 0800 132 737 or texting ‘Help’ to 81066. For more information visit callhelpline.org.uk

The Neurodivergent project, which can also signpost neurodivergent individuals, their families and friends to helpful literature or service information, has been in place since April 2023.

It’s impact will be evaluated to ensure it meets the needs of people living with these conditions.

The initiative forms part of Welsh Government efforts to deliver on its Programme for Government commitment to improve services and support for neurodivergent people.

Deputy Minister for Social Services Julie Morgan (pictured) said: “I am taking a very active interest in ensuring that we are delivering the support neurodivergent people tell me they need. I have met with many families and heard about the struggles they experience in accessing help and support for autism, ADHD and Tourettes.

“Many families have expressed to me a need to be able to share their anxieties, that having someone who is able to listen to them, without judgement, would make a difference to their lives and well-being. I am pleased to say that we are listening and we are taking action.

“I hope this new listening line will help to deliver meaningful improvements to the lives of neurodivergent people and their families, and become a valued source of support.”

C.A.L.L Helpline Manager Luke Ogden said: “We are pleased to be able to offer support to more people in Wales including those living with neurodivergent conditions, their families and friends. By having the training, provided by the National Autism Team, we will be offering a more inclusive service.

“The helpline can offer emotional support to anyone living in Wales, can provide information on services across the country, and can provide literature on a range of subjects, to those who request it.”