High Cross Chronicle
Edition 13
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High Cross Primary School, High Cross Drive, Rogerstone, NP10 9AB
Email: highcross.primary@newportschools.wales
Telephone: 01633 895472
Website: www.highcrossprimary.co.uk Instagram: @highcrossprimary
Friday 27th March 2026
Dydd Gwener 27 Mawrth 2026
Value of the Month:
Brawddeg y Pythefnos:
Wyt ti'n hoffi miwsig? (Do you like music?) Ydw/ Nagw (Yes/No)
Headgirl & Headboy
Head and Deputy Girls and Boys
Croseo!
What a busy fortnight we have had here at High Cross. Pupils have made amazing Easter Bonnets for our parade, which Wellbeing Warriors judged, card making for their families at home and not forgetting the lovely Eid Party we had, where every class made a certain meal to eat ( which was delicious). What a great spring term we have had.
Hope you all have a fabulous Easter break.
We will see you in the summer term, Hwyl Fawr!
Deputy Headgirl & Deputy Headboy
Please continue to check the Chronicle for important information and dates for the diary. Please be aware all dates are subject to change.
Monday 30th March - Friday 10th April - School is closed for the Easter break
Monday 13th April - Return to school. Summer term begins
Thursday 30th April - ALN coffee and catch up at 2.15pm
Thursday 14th May - Relationships and Sexuality Education parent/carer workshop at 3:15pm
Friday 15th May - Eisteddfod High Cross. Parents/carers will be invited to come into school for this event. A timetable will be shared closer to the date.
Wednesday 20th May - Sports Day. Key Stage 2 at 9:15am and Foundation Phase at 1:30pm. Parents/ carers are invited to attend
Thursday 4th June - Reserve Sports Day
INSET DAYS:
Friday 1st May 2026
Tuesday 5th May 2026
Monday 20th July 2026
Our Family Engagement Planner which we shared with you in the Summer Term, has key dates for the academic year, including our INSET days.
Cluster INSET Day
Cluster INSET Day
On Friday 13th February we had our Cluster INSET held at Bassaleg School. Our six cluster primary schools (High Cross, Rogerstone, Mount Pleasant, Pentrepoeth, Jubilee Park and Marshfield) attended this incredible day of professional learning.
We started the day by sharing our ‘cluster vision’ as a reminder of the commitment we show to ensuring the best educational experience for all of our young people. The day aimed to further develop our shared cluster culture of learning to support continuity of learning at the transition phase from primary into secondary education.
The final article which captures the day and is written by Bassaleg School Student Press Team can be viewed below.
Year 6 Easter Eggsplained Trip
Year 6 Easter Eggsplained Trip
On Monday 23rd March had an enjoyable visit to Bethesda Church, Rogerstone. It started with a lovely walk along the canal taking in the beautiful signs of Spring. We then learnt about the Easter story and enjoyed taking part in the interactive retell, which included acting, videos and a news room.
We then went downstairs to complete acitivities related to what we had learnt and were treated to squash and biscuits, as well as a chocolate treat to take away. It was a wonderful morning and Mrs Thomas will hopefully be visiting Year 6 for some sessions in the summer term. The children were again fantastic role models of the school.
Year 5 and 6 Internet Safety Talk
On Wednesday 25th March Year 5 and Year 6 had a very informative visit from PC Donne. He spoke with the children about the importance of staying safe online, age ratings, gaming and digital footprints. The session helped children understand how to make sensible choices, recognise potential risks, and how to use the internet responsibly.
There is and online safety section on our school website and here are some leaflets, which we hope parents/ carers find useful:
Fortnite internet safety support Snapchat online support
Instagram internet safety support Tiktok online support
Making friends online support Whatsapp online support
Comic Relief 2026
To raise awareness of Comic Relief and Red Nose Day, we held an assembly showcasing the impactful work supported by funds raised through this charity. The children made thoughtful and relevant contributions throughout, answering questions with care and consideration.
Panathlon Bowling
Last week a team of six children from Year 3 to Year 6 represented High Cross at the Panathlon bowling competition in Cwmbran. They had previously shown an outstanding performance in the Autumn competition and as a result were invited back to the semi-finals. There were a number of other Newport schools at the event. Their teamwork, enthusisam and skills were fantastic to see.
Well done boys!
Eid
On Monday 23rd March, we had a wonderful time celebrating Eid together with a wide range of fun and engaging activities. Each class helped prepare delicious food in advance, which everyone thoroughly enjoyed during the celebrations. The children took part in henna, Arabic name writing, dressing up, colouring, word searches, and exploring artefacts! Fun was had by all! A big thank you to all the parent helpers who made this event so special. We truly appreciate your time, effort, and enthusiasm!
Eid Mubarak!
Football Tournament
On Wednesday 25th March a team of 11 children from Year 5 and 6 took part in the Newport schools' mixed football games at Spytty 3G pitch. They were on top form; winning 4 games, drawing 2 and losing 2. What superstars they were and they were a credit to our school throughout the day. Thank you to Mrs Pinkstone and Miss Sienna for supervising the children and cheering them on, along with the family members who were able to stay. A big thank you as well must go to Mr Molano for not only delivering a training session the week before to help warm the team up for the event, but also arriving at the perfect time to referee. A team effort and great time had by all!
School Disco
On Wednesday 25th March we had our spring term school discos for children from Nursery to Year 6, kindly organised by our PTA. There was lots of smiling and great dancing on show in the hall. It is great to see the children having fun at these events. Thank you to our fantastic team of PTA volunteers and our staff who stayed to support. These events would not be possible without all of your help. It was wonderful to see the number of children who came along. We look forward to the next event.
Easter Bonnet Parade
Our annual Easter Bonnet Parade was a wonderful burst of imagination, teamwork, and springtime cheer. The children arrived at school proudly wearing their creations - everything from classic bonnets trimmed with flowers to towering masterpieces complete with chicks, bunnies, and plenty of spring time sparkle. A huge well done to our winners, whose designs stood out to our Wellbeing Warriors judging (we hope you enjoy your chocolate treats), but just as importantly, congratulations to every single child who took part. The effort, enthusiasm, and joy on display made the parade truly special. Thank you to families for supporting the children’s ideas and helping make this year’s parade so wonderful.
Easter Family Fun Day Events
Nature themed craft activities. * All activities are free of charge * Children must be accompanied and supervised by an adult throughout the event * Drop-in between 11.00am and 2.00pm - no need to book
Monday 30th March 2026 – Bettws Active Living Centre. High School, Bettws, NP20 7YB
Tuesday 31st March 2026 – Duffryn Community Centre. Duffryn Shopping Centre, Duffryn, Newport NP10 8TE
Tuesday 7th April 2026 - Pill Millennium Centre. Courtybella Terrace, Newport NP20 2LA
Thursday 9th April 2026 – Alway Community Centre. Aberthaw Ave, Alway, NP19 9NS
Times: Main Event 11.00am to 2.00pm. For children that require a quieter space: 10.00am – 11.00am
Toilet Refurbishment
We are delighted to share that the refurbishment of the Key Stage 2 girls’ toilets has now complete, which includes a disabled toilet. The new facilities are open plan, brighter, and designed to create a more comfortable space for our pupils throughout the school day. We have included some photographs for you to see and we are sure you'll agree they look fantastic. A huge thank‑you to everyone for their patience during the work, however, the short disruption is certainly worth the long term gain. The boys’ toilets are next on the schedule, and we will keep you updated when that project gets underway.
New NHS Text Service for Parents and Carers
The School Nursing Service at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board are excited to launch Parent/CarerLine, a new SMS text service for parents and carers of children aged 5 to 16. Parents and carers can text (SMS) our school nurses on 07507 330206 for expert advice and support with a child's health and wellbeing. They also have a confidential text service for young people aged 11 – 19.
For more information on both services and to find out how our school nurses can support your child, visit: https://abuhb.nhs.wales/hospitals/childrens-healthcare-services/school-nursing/
Our PTA also sell preloved uniform which you can call into the school office to purchase or email the PTA: highcrossprimarypta@gmail.com
School Uniform
We feel that school uniform helps our pupils to feel part of a community and appreciate your support to ensure that the correct uniform is worn.
Winter uniform: White polo t-shirt, a royal blue round-neck sweatshirt or cardigan with or without the school logo, grey trousers, skirt or pinafore dress and black shoes.
Summer uniform: Blue and white gingham dress or grey shorts can be worn.
P.E. kit: Navy shorts or jogging bottoms, a royal blue polo t-shirt with or without the school logo and trainers or daps. Children can wear their P.E. kit to school on their allocated day.
Jewellery: must be limited to watches (not smart watches) and stud earrings (where necessary). Children must remove all jewellery before they undertake any PE sessions. If ear piercing is still healing, parents must provide tape to cover studs for PE sessions.
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