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RUSKIN AVENUE, ROGERSTONE, NEWPORT NP10 0AB
e.mail: mountpleasant.primary@newportschools.wales
Tel: 01633 839912
Friday 23rd January 2026
Dates for the Diary
INSET Days 2026
May Day - Monday 4 May 2026
Training Days 2025-2026
Friday 13th February 2026
Thursday 7th May 2026
Monday 20th July 2026
Dates for the Spring Term 2026
Thursday 29th January - Abbie Ayre and the Shed of Science performance in School for Y5EM and Y5M
Tuesday 3rd February - Gilwern Information Meeting for Parents 4.00pm
Thursday 5th February - Y2 Egyptian Workshop (In school)
Friday 6th February - NSPCC National Numeracy Day - More information to follow
Friday 6th February - Y5 EM and Y5M Trip to Bristol - 'We are the Curious'
Wednesday 11th February - Y6 visit to Bassaleg - Gym and Dance Display (Pupils to walk from school to Bassaleg and back in time for lunch)
Wednesday 11th and Thursday 12th February - Parent Consultations (more information to come)
Friday 13th February - Cluster Training Day (School closed to pupils)
Friday 27th February - Wear National Welsh Costume to School for St David's Day Celebrations
Monday 2nd March - St David's Day Eisteddfod (Wear House Colours to school - See Dojo)
Thursday 5th March - World Book Day - Pupils are invited to wear a costume of their choice. The Sponsored Readathon will also take place on this day.
Monday 16th March - Easter Explained
Wednesday 18th March - Y6 Gilwern Residential trip
Friday 27th March - School finishes for the Easter Break
Monday 13th April - Pupils to return to school - Summer Term
Remember to check the Newsletter weekly for important information and dates for your diary. Please be aware all dates are subject to change.
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.
The Egypt Centre Swansea to visit Year 2
The Egypt Centre in Swansea will be visiting our Year 2 class on Thursday 5th February, and we’re delighted to share that we’ve secured a bursary to cover the full cost of the workshop. The children will take part in a range of exciting hands‑on activities, including mummification, exploring costume and object boxes, and learning all about pyramids. It promises to be a fantastic day full of discovery, curiosity and memorable learning experiences for everyone.
Parent Consultations 11th and 12th February 2026
Our Spring Term parent consultations for Nursery to Year 6 will take place on Wednesday 11th and Thursday 12th February. You will receive a text message on Tuesday 27th January at 4.00pm with a link to book a time that suits you.
If you have any difficulty booking your appointment, please just get in touch with the School Office by email or phone and we’ll be happy to help.
Thank you for your continued support.
MPPS Podcast picture January 26.mp4MPPS Podcast
Year 5M have the role of Digital Leaders this year and have been hard at work creating a quick podcast to share all the amazing work happening in and around school at the moment. Take a listen and you could even win a Dojo prize for your class!
A morning of Inspiration at Bassaleg School
On Tuesday Year 6 had the wonderful opportunity to attend the very first performance of Bassaleg School’s drama department production of The 39 Steps. It was also their first visit to the impressive new Adeilad Balch, and the excitement was clear from the moment they arrived. The building—and especially its stunning performance hall, made the experience even more memorable.
It was a real joy to spot so many former Mount Pleasant pupils on stage. The class were captivated throughout, with many already saying they can’t wait to get involved in productions themselves when they join Bassaleg next year. There’s no doubt they have the talent to shine just as brightly.
A huge thank you goes to the Bassaleg transition team, along with the Drama department staff and pupils, for delivering such an outstanding performance and for inspiring our next generation of young actors.
Celebrating Dydd Santes Dwynwen in Style
A dioch yn fawr iawn to everyone who joined in and bought a packet of Santes Dwynwen love hearts today. It was wonderful to hear pupils confidently using their Welsh oracy skills with phrases such as “Ga’i un pecyn os gwelwch yn dda,” “Dyma ti,” “Ugain ceiniog os gwelwch yn dda,” and of course “Diolch” and “Croeso.”
Our Year 6 Criw Cymraeg also shared the story of Santes Dwynwen through a short drama in yesterday’s assembly, which you can watch on our School Dojo story. Their performance helped set a lovely tone across the school, and the spirit of love and friendship was certainly felt throughout the day.
Thank you again for your support. We’d like to wish everyone a Dydd Santes Dwynwen Hapus for Sunday.
Annual Budget Consultations
The Council's Annual Budget Consultation is now live!
Budget proposals
The Council’s Cabinet has presented a draft budget for 2026/27 with details of how services could be delivered within the resources available. The public consultation will run until 5pm on 30 January 2026. Read full details of the consultation proposals (pdf) and complete the consultation survey below.
Complete consultation survey (newport.gov.uk)
Cynigion cyllidebol
Mae Cabinet y Cyngor wedi ystyried y gyllideb ddrafft ar gyfer 2026/27 a sut y gellid darparu gwasanaethau o fewn yr adnoddau cyfyngedig sydd ar gael. Bydd yr ymgynghoriad cyhoeddus yn rhedeg tan 30 Ionawr 2020.
Darllenwch fanylion llawn y cynigion ymgynghori (pdf) a chwblhewch ein harolwg ymgynghori.
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 second half of the Autumn term by clicking the link below;
Please remember to book your child’s meals via ParentPay before they return to school. Week commencing 26.01.2026 will be Week 1.
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.
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!
Breakfast Club
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of all pupils, we kindly remind parents and guardians that Breakfast Club admission runs strictly between 8:20 and 8:30am. For safeguarding reasons, children arriving after 8:30am will not be admitted. It is essential that pupils don't access the school site until 8.15am as nobody is available to supervise children on the yard at this time.
It is essential that every child is personally handed over to a member of the Breakfast Club team at the main doors. Please do not leave the premises until this handover has been completed. These procedures are in place to protect all children. If you miss the deadline for entry you will need to wait with your child and ensure they enter school through their allocated class entrance. Thank you for your cooperation and continued support.
Brawddegau Bendigedig Bryn Hyfryd
This Sunday, 25th January, marks Dydd Santes Dwynwen — the Welsh celebration of love, much like St Valentine’s Day. To mark the occasion, our Graffiti Wall has been dedicated to love and friendship in all their forms, from family and friends to our much‑loved pets. The children’s writing has been fantastic once again, with some even brave enough to include heartfelt declarations of love!!
Our Criw Cymraeg wanted this week’s brawddegau bendigedig to capture the spirit of Santes Dwynwen, so they’ve been helping everyone revisit how to say like, love, and even crazy for in Welsh.
Dwi'n hoffi....
I like...
Dwi'n caru...
I love...
Dwi'n dwli ar....
I'm crazy for...
For example:
Dwi'n hoffi fy ffrind!
Dwi'n caru mam a dad!
Dwi'n dwli ar fy nghath!
These are lovely easy phrases to use - especially this weekend!
Dydd Santes Dwynwen Hapus!
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 95.9%. 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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