Newsletters 2024 - 2025

We upload our newsletters weekly to this section. 

Our newsletter details key information and news which is updated each week.

The Newsletter is published every Friday - it may also be updated during the week - you can also check our Facebook page for updates

Page last updated 18-07-2025

Dates for the Diary 2024-2025 (new or updated items are in red)
Please note these dates may be subject to change. We will endeavour to give you as much notice as possible if that should occur. Further dates will be added as the new school year progresses. 

    July

• Monday 21st July - INSET day

September

• Monday 1st September - INSET day

• Tuesday 2nd September - Back to school

Friday 18th July 2025

Inset days

Monday 1st September 2025 is an inset day. We look forward to welcoming our pupils back on Tuesday 2nd September.

Farewell Year 6

It has been an eventful week in St Francis celebrating our wonderful Year 6. We would like to wish them the very best of luck as they move forward to secondary school.

Changes to staffing

Miss Davies is taking on the Welsh Sabbatical in the new academic year, immersing herself in the welsh language. We look forward to welcoming her back in spring term 2026. Mrs Donoghue will be moving to Dosbarth Seren Y Mor. We would like to welcome Miss Wisby who will be covering PPA.

Thank you

A special word of thanks to our school community for your continuous support. Thank you to our PTA for their hard work in organising so many wonderful events this year. Many thanks to our school staff for their continued hard work and a special word of thanks to our wonderful pupils. We would like to wish you all a happy and peaceful summer break!

Friday 11th July 2025

Inset days

Friday 18th July and Monday 21st of July are inset days. There will be no school for the children on these days. The last day of term will be Thursday 17th July.

Heat wave

Over the weekend and into next week the weather has been forecast to reach extreme temperatures. With this in mind can all parents ensure their child is coming to school with a sun hat, wearing sun cream and has a water bottle every day.

Summer Fete

Our summer fete is being held next Tuesday 15th July at 3:30pm. We will welcome any donations of cakes (particularly homemade) that can be sold on our cake stall. These can be donated on the day. 

Friday 4th July 2025

Mini Vinnies/ Cafod Club

Mini Vinnies/ Cafod Club are looking for old toys and books to sell at the summer fair - good condition only please.

Changes to pick up arrangements

Please ensure you notify the school office of any changes to the regular arrangements for your child's collection. We will not be able to release your child to another adult unless we have had permission first.

Milford Carnival Update

Details for carnival day are as follows: Please meet Miss Colligan and staff at the bottom of Observatory Avenue in Hakin at 12.30pm. The procession will begin at 1.00pm, please arrive promptly so we can organise positions and the float. We have had a wonderful number of children sign up to take part in the carnival therefore we will prioritise the younger children on the float itself with the older children, or any that wish to, walking the procession. If you feel your child will not be able to walk the full distance, please speak to Miss Colligan beforehand so that we can ensure your child can be on the float itself.

A small reminder also that on the day you will be responsible for your own child. If your child will be walking unattended then please ensure an adult is at the designated meeting point, outside Salt, on Milford Marina, at 2.45pm ready to meet your child again.

A reminder that the theme is Noah’s Ark so we welcome participants to dress up as animals in any form they wish, we don’t expect families to go out and spend money on costumes, participants can be as creative as they wish. Our parent volunteers have been working hard to create decorations and props for the float and we can’t wait to see it all come together! 

Summer Reports

Summer reports – any parents requiring two copies of their child's report please email admin.stfrancis@pembrokeshire.gov.uk

Friday 27th June 2025

Changes to pick up arrangements

Please ensure you notify the school office of any changes to the regular arrangements for your child's collection. We will not be able to release your child to another adult unless we have had permission first.

Milford Carnival Update

Details for carnival day are as follows: Please meet Miss Colligan and staff at the bottom of Observatory Avenue in Hakin at 12.30pm. The procession will begin at 1.00pm, please arrive promptly so we can organise positions and the float. We have had a wonderful number of children sign up to take part in the carnival therefore we will prioritise the younger children on the float itself with the older children, or any that wish to, walking the procession. If you feel your child will not be able to walk the full distance, please speak to Miss Colligan beforehand so that we can ensure your child can be on the float itself.

A small reminder also that on the day you will be responsible for your own child. If your child will be walking unattended then please ensure an adult is at the designated meeting point, outside Salt, on Milford Marina, at 2.45pm ready to meet your child again.

A reminder that the theme is Noah’s Ark so we welcome participants to dress up as animals in any form they wish, we don’t expect families to go out and spend money on costumes, participants can be as creative as they wish. Our parent volunteers have been working hard to create decorations and props for the float and we can’t wait to see it all come together! 

Summer Reports

Summer reports – any parents requiring two copies of their child's report please email admin.stfrancis@pembrokeshire.gov.uk

Sports day

Sports day will be on Tuesday 1st July (weather dependent), children from Nursery to Year 2 will take part in their Sports day in the morning at 9.30am, Year 3-6 Sports day will be in the afternoon at 1.15pm. If your child attends part-time nursery in the afternoon they are welcome to attend school during the morning session on this day only, if they attend in the morning they should not return for the afternoon session on this day.

Children are able to wear their house colours on Sports day, St David's - Yellow, St Clears - Green, St Josephs - Blue and St Non's - Red. A MarvellousMe has been sent out to all children with a reminder of house colours. Previously parents have suggested sharing of old sports day t-shirts that no longer fit their child with others, we encourage you to speak to other parents and share where you can. 

Sports Day is weather dependent. We will update you as soon as possible following a risk assessment if there are any changes to the event planned. 

The Friends will be providing refreshments on the day. Cash only please.

Leavers Hoodies 2026

Current Year 5 pupils can purchase leavers hoodies for September from Tees R Us. They are £22.00 each in various sizes - please ring 01834845216 to order.

Friday 6th June 2025

Parent Teacher Meetings

Parent Teacher Meetings will now take place on Tuesday 17th June and Thursday 19th June. Please book via the link below:

https://outlook.office.com/owa/calendar/StFrancisTeacherParentMeetings@hwbwave15.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/s/XH0smHZt306Ak4eSBanbpQ2
Please ensure that when booking an appointment you are selecting your child's correct class teacher. If you do not select a class teacher than you will be randomly allocated a teacher, which may be incorrect.

First Holy Communion 2025

Our First Holy Communion candidates took part in the Sacrament of Reconciliation today. On Sunday they will be recieving First Holy Communion. Please do join us at Mass on Sunday to celebrate our candidates as they make the First Holy Communion. A special word of thanks to Miss Jenkins for preparing our candidates.

Year 6 Transition - Message from MHS

FAO Year 6 parents

If your child is attending MHS in September head over to our social media pages and give them a follow to keep up to date on our news, events and celebrations.

Milford Carnival

A huge thank you to those that have shown interest in taking part in the carnival this year. On Monday evening at 3.30pm we are welcoming parent helpers to stay in school to help start the preparing for the float, if you are able to stay and support this would be greatly appreciated. Those children that would like to take part should be preparing their costumes at home, we welcome any animal your child would like to be! On the day we request that children below year 4 are accompanied by an adult during the walk. 

In order to create the float the PTA are asking for donations of any of the following materials:

Brown DIY paint

Paint of any colour

Blue sheets/blue material/blue ikea bags

Hay bales

School Uniform

A polite reminder about summer uniform. Please ensure your child is coming to school in the correct summer uniform. Boys are welcome to wear the following; pale blue polo shirt, grey shorts or trousers, grey jumper. Girls are welcome to wear the following; pale blue and white gingham dress, white or grey cardigan. PE uniform to be worn on PE days and on Forest Friday. Please ensure shorts that are worn for PE are of an appropriate length sitting just above the knee. Unfortunately crocs are not safe footwear for school and are not part of our school uniform. 

Fund for All - Urdd

We’d like to bring to your attention to the Urdd's Fund for All. A fund which this year is offering more than ever free places at the Urdd's summer camps for children and young people between 8-18 years old 

Applications can be made via the website: https://www.urdd.cymru/en/support-us/cronfa-cyfle-i-bawb/gwneud-cais-ir-gronfa/ 

Applications to the Fund will be open until June 6ed 2025. 

Friday 23rd May 2025
Our next inset day is Friday 18th July 2025.
Celebration Newsletter for Friday 23rd May 2025.

Road Safety
Message from Road Safety - due to illness no Road Crossing Patrol until further notice, this is likely to be the case for at least 6 weeks. 

Year 6 Leavers
A reminder could all parents of Year 6 pupils complete the following questionnaire:

https://forms.office.com/e/bPiaGiGTa7

Friday 16th May 2025
Our next inset day is Friday 18th July 2025.
Celebration Newsletter for Friday 16th May 2025.

Year 6 Leavers
Please could parents of Year 6 pupils complete the following questionnaire:

https://forms.office.com/e/bPiaGiGTa7

Farewell and Thank You
We will be saying goodbye to Miss Skilton and Mrs Kerrison at the end of this half term. We would like to thank them both for their hard work and contribution to school life and wish them every success in their future endeavours. We look forward to welcoming Mrs Clarke back to Skomer Class after half term.

Thank you to Miss Colligan for covering the role of Deputy Head Teacher since September.

Section 50 RE Inspection

Thank you to everyone who took the time to complete the survey that was part of our Catholic School Inspection. Your feedback was an important part of the process. We look forward to sharing the report in a few weeks.

🌟 FIS Free Family Fun Day – Save the Date! 🌟

Join us for an unforgettable day of fun, games, and family activities at the FIS Free Family Fun Day, taking place at Milford Haven Leisure Centre on Thursday, 29th May! 🎉

From Bubbles Swimming Sessions and Disco Floats to the thrill of Zorbs, the energy of Ruff N Tumble, and the joy of Tickle Tunes, there’s something for everyone! 🌞

✅ Completely FREE to attend
✅ Activities for all ages
✅ Bookings open soon – keep an eye out!

📲 Make sure to download the Pembrokeshire Leisure app to secure your spot once bookings open.

📢 Stay up to date by following us on Facebook: Pembrokeshire Family Information Service

Don’t miss out on this amazing family day out!

Friday 9th May 2025
Our next inset day is Friday 18th July 2025.
Celebration Newsletter for Friday 9th May 2025.

Parent Teacher Meetings

Parent Teacher Meetings will take place on Wednesday 14th May and Thursday 15th May. Please book via the link below:

St Francis Teacher Parent Meetings

Please ensure that when booking an appointment you are selecting your child's correct class teacher, if you do not select a class teacher than you will be randomly allocated a teacher, which could be incorrect.

Changes to dinner menu

Starting the week commencing 5th May there will be tuna/cheese sandwich option & Jacket Potato available every day, except on Fridays.

Safe cycling

Please can parents of pupils in current Year 4 & Year 5 complete the attached form regarding Safe Cycling training 25/26. We hope the course will take place in the next academic year.
Your child must have their own bike & helmet that can be brought to school for a check & week of the training.

https://forms.office.com/e/F5TNhgLasC

Milford Haven Round Table Carnival

This year the Friends of St Francis are looking to enter our school into Milford Haven Round Table carnival.

The carnival will be taking place on Saturday 5th July 2025.

Our theme will be 'Noah's Ark'. Children can dress up as any animal they wish to but costumes/masks will need to be created and provided by families. Over the coming weeks our parent helpers will be working with the children to create props for the float. We will be entering as a float and walking. A family member will be required to walk/join each child. 

Please complete the form below if your child would like to take part:

https://forms.office.com/e/g5D8u5eaYH

Administering Medication

A gentle reminder than medication cannot be administered to your child in school unless it has been prescribed by a Doctor, medication must have a sticker on it or the box with the child's name and the dosage. We cannot administer any medication bought from the chemist of shop. In order for us to administer prescribed medication the following permissions form must be completed: https://forms.office.com/e/rWSFyMB5yE 

Our next inset day is Friday 18th July 2025.
Celebration Newsletter for Friday 2nd May 2025.

Parent Teacher Meetings

Parent Teacher Meetings will take place on Wednesday 14th May and Thursday 15th May. Please book via the link below:

St Francis Teacher Parent Meetings

Please ensure that when booking an appointment you are selecting your child's correct class teacher, if you do not select a class teacher than you will be randomly allocated a teacher, which could be incorrect.

Changes to dinner menu for this week

On Tuesday 6th May it will be Mondays menu options, on Wednesday it will be a VE day party menu (there will be no other choices). Starting this week commencing 5th May there will be tuna/cheese sandwich option & Jacket Potato available every day, except on Fridays. (NOT this Wednesday only, due to the VE Party Menu Day).

VE Day Party Day menu:

Cheese or tuna sandwich
Sausage roll, or veggie sausage roll
Cucumber sticks or apple wedges
Chocolate brownie
Apple juice

Palod PE

Palod PE day has changed from Tuesday to Wednesday for the rest of the year.

Friday 11th April 2025

Our next inset day is Friday 18th July 2025. There is NOT an inset day on Monday 28th April.

Happy Easter - Pasg Hapus!

Easter Enterprise Fair

A huge thank you to those who attended our Easter Enterprise Fair in school today. It was wonderful to see so many families and friends coming in to support our learners in their efforts. Across the school pupils brainstormed product ideas, planned, budgeted and created their products. A fantastic £608 was raised which will go towards providing educational experiences in the Summer term and the continuation of developing our outdoor learning areas.

The Big Lent Walk

A huge thank you to all those parents and families who have supported us on recent weeks during our Big Lent Walk. We have so far raised £440 for CAFOD Last Friday we celebrated the end of our Big Lent Walk for CAFOD by walking as a whole school to the Rath in Milford Haven. Unfortunately due to the weather we were unable to share a picnic but we did celebrate with some ice lollies whilst we rented in the Water Gardens! A huge thank you to all the families who joined and helped us with our walks. We greatly appreciate your support.

If we continue walking to Easter and raise donations during Holy Week our school could be in with the chance of winning a £50 gift voucher so if you haven’t sponsored our walks yet please sponsor us here:

CAFOD Big Lent Walk 

Goodwick Easter Egg Hunt

Pembrokeshire Family Information Service have been working hard alongside the schools within the Fishguard cluster to create a "Cracked It", Egg Hunt alongside the Sea front in Goodwick.  

We asked that each school decorated a large wooden egg for us to display, which we have then added a letter to. Using each letter, the children will then need to rearrange them to find the hidden word. The aim is for children to participate in our Egg Hunt event.  

We hope that children beyond the Fishguard Cluster would like to get involved over the Easter holidays and would appreciate your support in advertising this event. The eggs will be displayed for the whole 2 weeks (10/04 - 28/04). Once we have removed the eggs, and collected all entry forms after the children have returned to school, the winner will be announced. We have attached the entry form and map. You are also able to complete online using the QR code on the map or following this link- (https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=nhFWTjDyzkiRDQOk7bXnHMb3lvBLKmBAhbW5OtUXxLlUQjVLNzg2UDVaRDlUVTlNREEyQTExVUpCUS4u&route=shorturl).

Uniform

From Monday 28th April pupils may wear their Summer uniform. Reminder of Summer uniform:

Boys

Blue polo top
Grey shorts
Grey jumper
Grey or black socks
Black shoes

Girls

Blue polo top
Grey skirt or pinafore dress
Blue gingham dress
White or grey cardigan
White socks
Black shoes

PE uniform - PE uniform is navy leggings, joggers or shorts, light blue t-shirt and navy hoody. If your child does not have the navy PE hoody with the school logo on then a PLAIN navy hoody should be worn. We have seen an increasing number of pupils wearing brightly coloured branded hoodies with large logos over the past couple of weeks - Nike, Adidas, White Fox etc branded clothing are not permitted. This is following our historical guidelines on branded clothing.