DATE: 03/07/26

The Stars of the week/Seren yr wythnos this week are:  All of our amazing Year 6 children for their fantastic efforts in everything this week.

The Welsh Speakers of the week/Siaradwr yr wythnos this week are: Sam S 6L, Daisy L 6R

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What a week it has been in Year 6! If anyone thought the final few weeks of primary school would be quiet, Year 6 had other ideas. It has been a wonderfully busy week packed full of performances, creativity and exciting opportunities.

We kicked off the week in spectacular fashion with the fantastic Battle of the Bands concerts on Monday and Wednesday. Members of our school choir were absolutely amazing, performing with confidence, enthusiasm and huge smiles. Their wonderful singing brought joy to so many people and made us all incredibly proud. It was lovely to see the children showcasing their talents and spreading happiness through their music.

As if that wasn't enough performing for one week, we have also been busy rehearsing for our much-anticipated Year 6 Leavers' Concert. The children have been working incredibly hard learning songs, perfecting routines and preparing what promises to be a memorable celebration of their time at Thornhill Primary. We cannot wait to share all of their hard work with you very soon.

In between rehearsals, we have somehow managed to squeeze in some fantastic work on our Inquiry Projects. The children are currently putting the finishing touches to their promotional videos showcasing the Wonders of Wales. They have been editing their footage, refining their presentations and demonstrating excellent teamwork and creativity. 

Today was also an important milestone as the children attended their transition day at their new secondary schools. We hope everyone had a fantastic day, met some new friends, got to know some new teachers and returned feeling excited about the next stage of their educational journey. September will be here before we know it!

One thing that has certainly helped us all this week has been the change in weather. The cooler temperatures have been a very welcome relief and have made our busy days much more comfortable for everyone.

Looking ahead to next week, we are very excited for our trip to Dan-Yr-Ogof Caves on Thursday. Please can all parents ensure that permission and payment have been completed and that arrangements have been made for lunch. Children will need either a pre-ordered school grab bag or a packed lunch provided from home.

We are also looking forward to a visit to Llanishen High School on Tuesday to watch their production of Shrek the Musical, which is sure to be a fantastic experience. To round off another exciting week, some of our children will also be taking part in the Open Water Swimming Day on Friday.

A huge thank you to our wonderful parent volunteers who will be accompanying us on our trip to Dan-Yr-Ogof. Your support helps make these experiences possible and is greatly appreciated by both staff and children. We are very fortunate to have such a supportive Year 6 community, and we are grateful for your willingness to give up your time to help us create what is sure to be a fantastic day.

As always, thank you for your continued support. Have a well-deserved rest this weekend, recharge your batteries and get ready for another exciting week. We cannot quite believe it, but next week marks the penultimate week of the children's journey at Thornhill Primary School. Let's make every moment count and create even more wonderful memories together.

Have a fantastic weekend and we look forward to seeing everyone next week!