DATE: 9th October 2026

The Stars of the week/Seren yr wythnos this week are: Zoe and Ollie I 6L   Amelia 6R

The Welsh Speakers of the week/Siaradwr yr wythnos this week are:  Archee 6L  Cerys 6R

What a week it has been in Year 6! After an incredible week away at Morfa Bay, full of adventures, challenges, climbing walls and splashing about in the sea, it has been a little strange getting used to being back at our desks again! We have returned with wonderful memories, huge smiles and, no doubt, a few tired legs. The children should be incredibly proud of themselves for the enthusiasm, resilience and teamwork they showed throughout our residential. What a fantastic experience to share together!

Our Inquiry, “Developments over time have brought both benefits and challenges to people’s lives,” has reached the exciting Finding Out stage, and we have had a very special visit! We welcomed some wonderful gentlemen from the Lisvane Men’s Shed group, who generously gave up their time to answer the children's many thoughtful questions about how life has changed during their lifetimes. The children became enthusiastic interviewers, investigating developments in education, medicine, technology, the environment, transport, hobbies and pastimes. From how people learnt at school and kept in touch with one another to changes in healthcare and everyday life, the children discovered just how much the world can change in a relatively short time.

Our visitors shared their personal experiences and reflected on both the benefits and challenges that these changes have brought. However, perhaps the most valuable lesson they shared was not about technology or inventions at all. Their advice to the children was to have goals in life, work towards them and, most importantly, be happy. What a wonderful message for our Year 6 pupils to take away! A huge thank you to the gentlemen from Lisvane Men’s Shed for making our learning so meaningful, memorable and inspiring.

We also welcomed visitors from the British Transport Police, who delivered an important session about staying safe near and on the railways. The children learnt why it is essential to follow safety rules, make sensible choices and be aware of the dangers around railway tracks and stations. It was a valuable opportunity to learn how to keep themselves and others safe.

Alongside our exciting visitors, we have been exploring Black History Month, learning about the inspirational Ruby Bridges and the importance of courage, equality and standing up for what is right. In Maths, we have continued developing our multiplication and division skills, while in Welsh the children have been practising how to talk about their age and birthdays. We have certainly hit the ground running after our residential!

Parents’ Evening begins next Thursday, giving us an opportunity to share how the children are getting on in Year 6 and celebrate their progress, achievements and next steps in learning.

Well done, Year 6, for returning from Morfa Bay and throwing yourselves straight back into your learning. We are so proud of your curiosity, enthusiasm and willingness to make the most of every opportunity. From climbing walls to questioning our visitors, it has certainly been another memorable week!