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RUSKIN AVENUE, ROGERSTONE, NEWPORT NP10 0AB
e.mail: mountpleasant.primary@newportschools.wales
Tel: 01633 839912
Friday 3rd July 2026
Dydd Gwener 3ydd o Orffennaf
Dates for the Diary
INSET Days 2026
Monday 20th July 2026
Dates for the Summer Term 2026
Monday 6th July - Y6 Parents Evening - At Bassaleg School
Thursday 9th July - Whole School Extravaganza - 4.30pm start
Wednesday 15th July - Leavers Ceremony 'The Oscars' Time 5.15pm
Friday 17th July - Leavers Trip
Friday 17th July - Last day of the Summer Term
Monday 20th July - Inset Day - School closed to pupils
Tuesday 1st September - Inset Day - School closed to pupils
Wednesday 2nd September - Start of the Autumn Term - Pupils return to school
Remember to check the Newsletter weekly for important information and dates for your diary. Please note all dates are subject to change.
Click on the link to access Newport City Council School Term Dates. https://www.newport.gov.uk/schools-and-learning/term-dates
A Message from Newport City Council regarding acceptable behaviour on school site
Newport City Council will not tolerate violent, aggressive, abusive or threatening behaviour from members of the public. If this happens you will be asked to leave the building, the police may be called and you may leave yourself open to prosecution.
Any such behaviour will be recorded and shared across council departments. This may lead to the withdrawal of council services.
Sports Day
What a fantastic Sports Day we had at MPPS! We are incredibly proud of all our pupils, who showed great enthusiasm, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the day. Every child gave their best effort in their races and events, and it was wonderful to see so much encouragement and team spirit on display. Congratulations to each and every pupil for their brilliant performances!
In the Early Years Sports Day event, Ty Melyn secured the winning spot, while Ty Coch took the victory in the Year 3–6 Sports Day. Well done to all of our house teams for their efforts and achievements. Pupils will receive an update on the overall Whole School winner next week.
We would also like to extend a huge thank you to all MPPS families for your support. Your encouragement helped make the day such a success, and we are especially grateful for your understanding and flexibility following the change of date.
Thank you for helping us create another memorable Sports Day at MPPS!
Transition Day 2026
Our school was absolutely buzzing with energy and excitement on Friday, 3rd July for Transition Day! There were so many happy, smiling faces as our pupils took giant leaps toward their next big adventures.
Here are the highlights from a truly wonderful day:
Year 6 Spread Their Wings: Our oldest pupils stood tall and proud during an incredible transition visit to Bassaleg High School!
Welcoming Our Littlest Learners: The new Nursery intake successfully explored their new setting, quickly learning the ropes and making new friends.
New Reception Parents: It was fantastic to connect, share next year's vision, and answer questions during our welcome meeting.
Moving Up Across the School: Every single year group spent a wonderful afternoon in their next classrooms, bonding with their new teachers and getting excited for September!
Change can be a big step, but judging by today's brilliant smiles, the future is incredibly bright. Thank you for your continued support in making our school community so vibrant and positive!
Staffing Structure 26-27.pdfA polite reminder about parking
To help us keep all pupils safe, we kindly ask parents and carers not to park on the school grounds at any time. For health and safety reasons, the school gates must remain locked at all times, vehicles on site make this difficult to manage safely. This includes after school hours when extra curricular clubs are taking place and whilst Stay and Play are using the facilities.
Please also ensure that no cars are parked in front of the school gates, as this blocks access for emergency vehicles and prevents staff from opening and closing the gates when needed.
Thank you for your continued support in helping us keep our school environment safe for everyone.
Internet Safety Workshops
A message from PCSO Alex Donne
There are 4 separate workshops on Roblox, Fortnite, EA FC26 and Minecraft that our parents can access. These workshops equip parents, carers, and others supporting young people with the confidence and knowledge to discuss a wide range of digital activities within these games.
This series takes a deep dive into specific games in detail, designed to look at the key features of the game, appeal to young people, in-game spending and how to utilise the parental settings within some of the most popular games.
These workshops are run by a Charity called YGAM and are really informative and supportive of everyone who registers and takes part in the sessions. Click on the link below to find out more.
This training should be very interesting for parents to get involved in and hopefully help at home with discussions around certain games that our pupils play.
Safer internet Information for Parents 2026
Please click on the links below to access internet safety support at home.
Fortnite internet safety support
Instagram internet safety support
Nintendo-switch-online support
Bike Shelter update
It’s been wonderful to see how well pupils are using our new bike shelter, they’ve been storing their bikes sensibly, it’s great to see so many pupils are choosing active travel to school.
To keep everyone safe, we kindly remind families that bikes and scooters must not be ridden on the school site. Please dismount at the school gate and walk your bike to the shelter.
Thank you for your support in helping us keep our school a safe and welcoming place for all.
Toys in School
Parents are kindly asked to ensure that pupils do not bring toys into school, as they can cause unnecessary distractions during learning time, lead to disagreements or upset if items are lost or damaged and make it harder for children to stay focused on classroom activities. Keeping personal toys at home helps us maintain a calm, fair, and safe environment for all pupils. Thank you for your support in helping us prioritise learning and wellbeing.
TESCO Stronger Starts
We’re excited to share that our school is now part of the Tesco Stronger Starts scheme.
If you’re shopping in Tesco (Risca and Rogerstone), please remember to pop your blue token in our box. Every token helps support our pupils.
Thank you for your support.
Easy Fundraising
The PTA is part of the Easy Fundraising scheme where online retailers donate a percentage of your purchase to us.
1. Download the app and register to raise for our school
2. Install the browser extension. You’ll then get a pop up to accept a donation on each website you visit that is part of the scheme
3. Complete your online shop as normal and we’ll be sent a percentage at no extra cost to you
PLUS, this month we get a bonus £2 for every new supporter. A super easy way to generate more money for our children!
PLUS, this month we get a bonus £2 for every new supporter. A super easy way to generate more money for our children!
You spend, brands donate to Mount Pleasant Primary PTA Newport.
Pre-loved Uniform
Did you know we sell pre-loved uniform?
Items start from £3 each.
Head to our social pages for availability @ptamountpleasant. Send us a message if you’d like to order and Leah will get back to you!
Chartwells School Menu Update
We’re pleased to continue working with Chartwells to provide nutritious, balanced meals for our pupils each day. You can view the menu for the Summer term by clicking the links below;
SS26 MEAT Allergy Aware Information
SS26 VEGITARIAN Allergy Aware Menu
Please remember to book your child’s meals via ParentPay before they return to school. Week commencing 6th July will be Week 1.
We are very pleased to announce that our Chartwells Kitchen has received a food hygiene rating of 5 following a visit from the food standard's agency.
Managing Medication in School
In line with our Managing Medicines Policy, the school cannot give pupils any non–life‑saving medication. These medicines must be given by parents or carers at home, alternatively you can contact the school office to arrange a time to come in and give the medication yourself.
For safeguarding reasons, no medication should be put in a pupil’s bag or lunchbox.
Any prescribed long term life-saving medication must be handed straight to the school office by an adult, along with the consent and medical information forms and signed off by the Headteacher.
We ask all parents who have children with asthma to make sure their child has an in date inhaler in school.
Thank you for helping us keep all pupils safe.
Timber Trail Installation
Safety Reminder: To keep everyone safe, we kindly ask that pupils do not use the Timber Trail before or after school. The equipment must only be used under staff supervision during the school day. Thank you for helping us keep playtime safe and fun for all!
Important Reminder regarding 'No Nuts in School'
We kindly remind all parents and carers that our school is a nut-free zone. This means that nuts and nut-based products must not be brought in snacks or packed lunches. Several of our students have severe nut allergies, and even trace amounts can trigger life-threatening reactions. These allergies are not just uncomfortable, they can be extremely dangerous, requiring immediate medical attention. By keeping nuts out of school, we’re helping to create a safe and inclusive environment for every child. Thank you for your continued support and vigilance in protecting our students’ health.
School Attendance
Remember not to take holidays in term time. Poor attendance can significantly impact on the well-being and academic attainment of your child. Our attendance target is 96.% for the whole school. Please see chart which demonstrates the effects of good and poor attendance. Our current whole school attendance is 95.8%. If your child is unwell please contact the school office.
The School Essentials Grant
The school essentials grant, funded by the Welsh Government funds free school meals and equipment for children with families on low incomes. All primary school pupils in Newport receive free school meals through the Universal Free School meals.
If your child is in primary school and receiving universal free school meals and you have a low household income (click on the link to see if you are eligible https://www.newport.gov.uk/schools-and-learning/school-meals/free-school-meals ), you should still complete an application form for free school meals.
You may be entitled to further support and your school may also receive additional funding. To receive the school essentials grant support, you have to apply. https://www.newport.gov.uk/schools-and-learning/educational-grants
The grant can help fund:
school uniform (including coats and shoes)
school sports kit
uniform for activities such as, scouts; guides; cadets; sports; performing arts
school equipment (school bags and stationery)
laptops or tablets
equipment for out of school trips such as outdoor learning (waterproofs)
If you require any further information please contact freeschoolmeals@newport.gov.uk
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