Dear Parent/Carer,

We have a number of different external organisations available in the hall this evening who can support with various different aspects of home life - from citizens advice to warmer homes Wales. If you are coming along to Parents Evening this evening please feel free to pop in and see what is on offer to you.

Likewise, if you are not coming to Parents Evening tonight, anyone can pop along to the school hall at the end of the school day.

Diolch!

 🌐 E‑Safety Week: Learning to Stay SMART Online

This week in school it's E‑Safety Week, helping children understand how to stay safe, confident, and responsible when using the internet. We’ll be exploring the SMART rules each day to build their awareness step by step.

Today’s focus is the letter S – Safe.

We’ll be talking to the children about the importance of keeping personal information private online. This includes things like their full name, address, school name, passwords, and photos. We’re encouraging them to think carefully before sharing anything and to always check with a trusted adult if they’re unsure.

Supporting Parents With E‑Safety: Keeping Children Safe Online

As a school, we know how quickly technology evolves. New apps, games, and online trends appear almost overnight, and it can be challenging for parents and grandparents to stay up to date with the latest online safety concerns. Keeping children safe online is a shared responsibility, and we want to ensure every family feels confident and informed.

To support our community, we have arranged a free e‑safety awareness session here at the school on Monday 9th February, 14:00 - 15:30. This session is designed specifically for parents and grandparents, offering practical guidance, up‑to‑date information, and simple strategies to help keep children safe while using technology both at home and in school.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 What to expect:

• Clear, accessible advice on current online risks

• Tips for setting boundaries and having conversations about online behaviour

• Guidance on privacy, security, and age‑appropriate use

• A chance to ask questions and build confidence in supporting your child

To register for this free event, please follow the link below:

Trelewis & Bedlinog - Being safe online – Fill in form

Together, we can help our children navigate the online world safely and confidently.

CHILDREN IN NEED - THANK YOU

Thank you all for your kind donations - we raised £160.00 for Children in Need!

READING CAFE - THURSDAY, 14:45

A reminder that our Reading Cafe for pupils in Year 1 - Year 6 is taking place on Thursday in the Community Room.

This week we are focusing on E‑Safety, helping pupils to understand how to stay safe, responsible, and confident when using the internet and digital technologies.

Throughout the week, children will take part in age‑appropriate activities and discussions covering:

• How to protect personal information online.

• The importance of respectful communication and positive digital relationships.

• Recognising and responding to unsafe or inappropriate content.

• Building healthy habits around screen time and online use.

E‑Safety Week is an important opportunity to equip pupils with the knowledge and skills they need to navigate the online world safely. By working together with families, we aim to ensure that every child can enjoy the benefits of technology while staying protected and making good choices online.

We are delighted to announce that our School Book Fair will be taking place in the school hall every afternoon from 15:30 – 16:15.

The Book Fair is a wonderful opportunity for pupils and families to explore a wide range of books, discover new authors, and share the joy of reading together. With titles suitable for all ages and interests, it’s the perfect chance to encourage a love of reading at home as well as in school.

Parents and carers are warmly invited to attend with their children, browse the selection, and enjoy choosing books to take home. Every purchase also helps support our school, as a percentage of sales goes towards new resources for our classrooms and library.

HALF TERM 

This February, we will be joining schools across the UK in celebrating Children’s Mental Health Week (23rd–27th February). The national theme for 2025 is “Know Yourself, Grow Yourself”, which encourages children to develop self‑awareness, recognise their strengths, and build resilience for the future.

What It’s About

• Self‑awareness: Helping pupils understand their emotions, thoughts, and behaviours.

• Resilience: Encouraging children to see challenges as opportunities to grow.

• Confidence: Supporting pupils to celebrate their individuality and achievements.

• Wellbeing: Promoting positive mental health through activities, discussions, and creative expression

This week is a chance for our whole school community to reflect on the importance of mental health and to empower children to grow into confident, resilient individuals.

We are thrilled to announce our Upbeat Music Movement Project, a six‑week programme designed to inspire pupils through the power of music and movement.

Over the course of the project, children will:

• Explore rhythm, beat, and musical expression through interactive workshops.

• Take part in creative movement activities that build confidence and teamwork.

• Learn how music can support wellbeing, focus, and self‑expression.

• Work towards a celebratory performance to showcase their new skills.

We look forward to seeing our pupils shine as they take part in this experience.