Lliswerry Voice
Edition 4
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Lliswerry Primary School, Nash Rd, Newport NP19 4NG
Email: lliswerry.primary@newportschools.wales
Telephone: 01633 832824
Website: www.lliswerryprimary.co.uk
Thursday 22nd October 2026
Dydd Iau, 22ain o Hydref 2026
Value of the Month:
Ymadrodd y Pythefnos
Byddwch yn ofalus!
Be careful!
Message from the Interim Headteacher
Dear Parents/Carers,
As we reach the end of a busy and successful first half of the Autumn Term, we would like to thank all of our pupils, families and staff for their hard work, enthusiasm and support. The children have made a wonderful start to the school year and should be very proud of all they have achieved so far.
Thank you for your continued support. We have particularly loved having you join us for the PACT sessions throughout this autumn term and it was wonderful to welcome our Reception parents in today for the Foundation Phase harvest celebration.
We wish all of our families a happy and enjoyable half-term break and look forward to welcoming everyone back for another exciting half term when we return on Monday 2nd November 2026. Hope you have a FAN...TASTIC week off!
Mrs Pegington
Please continue to check the Lliswerry Voice Newsletter for important information and dates for the diary. Please be aware all dates are subject to change.
Key Dates
Key Dates
Friday 23rd October - INSET DAY. School closed to children on this day
Monday 26th - Friday 30th October - Half Term
Monday 2nd November - Pupils return to school
Wednesday 11th November - Open evening for prospective Reception parents (September 2027) at 5pm
Friday 27th November – Friends of Lliswerry (FOL) Christmas Fayre at 3:15pm
Thursday 3rd December – Cluster Carol Service at Lliswerry High School. Families are welcome to attend. This will take place in the evening.
Friday 18th December - Last day of the Autumn Term
Estyn Inspection
Estyn Inspection
We have recently received confirmation that inspectors from Estyn will be visiting the school between 2nd and 4th November 2026 for a follow-up inspection. This visit follows our previous inspection in June 2025 and will focus on the progress the school has made in addressing the recommendations identified at that time. We look forward to welcoming inspectors and sharing the developments made across the school. We will, of course, keep you updated on the outcome of the visit once it is available.
Head Boy and Head Girl Grand Council Event
Head Boy and Head Girl Grand Council Event
Our Head Boy and Head Girl were proud to represent our school at the Grand Council Community and Citizenship event.
They took part in a range of engaging workshops, learning about dementia awareness, anti-racism, teamwork and the important role of the Council in preparing for emergencies and supporting our community. They listened carefully, shared their ideas confidently and worked with children from other schools. We were particularly proud of their maturity, kindness and excellent behaviour throughout the day.
They represented our school beautifully and were fantastic ambassadors for our school community.
Year 1 Walk to Black Ash Park
Year 1 Walk to Black Ash Park
Despite the wet weather, Year 1 had a great time walking to Black Ash Park.
We looked at the different buildings and features of our local area, which we have been focusing on as part of our topic, and the children were particularly excited to see the geese alongside the reen.
Children are now wondering what other animals call our local area their home too. After returning to school, children recounted their walk, drawing fantastic maps to show their walking route.
Well done Year 1!
Year 2 St Fagans Trip
Year 2 St Fagans Trip
The children in Year 2 visited St Fagan's to learn about life in Wales over the past 200 years. They visited the Gwalia stores to see how people would have shopped, no tappng your phone to pay for things there! They also saw what a school looked like 100 years ago and how houses have developed. They even visited a one room house that would have seen up ten people living in it...very cosy! We were so proud of how the children behaved, they were a credit to the school and to you, the parents.
Year 5 PACT Sessions
Year 5 PACT Sessions
Over the last week our Parent and Child Together (PACT) sessions have taken place with parents and carers of children in Year 5.
The children have had a wonderful time sharing their learning with their grown ups. The children shared their knowledge of place value and counting, showing their parents how to use place value counters and Dienes. They used 'Maths Talk' to show them how they can explain their thinking, and reason how more than one answer could be correct!
Thank you so much for coming, your support is greatly appreciated.
Year 3 Roman Creations
Year 3 Roman Creations
Year 3 have been very enthusiastic learners over the past two weeks, working hard to design and build a Roman village as part of our 'Stronger Together' topic. We researched different types of Roman buildings, created architect plans and then co-operated with our teams to make our fabulous buildings using junk materials.
We collaborated as a year group to put all the buildings together in the hall and had the opportunity to share our work with our friends - it was all very exciting and everyone agreed there were some very impressive creations! Finally, we applied our maths skills by directing our teachers around our village using the language we had learned in maths lessons to give clear instructions to get to a chosen destination. Super teamwork everyone!
Nursery PACT Sessions
Nursery PACT Sessions
A huge thank you to all the families who joined us for our 'Stay and Play' PACT session. It was so lovely to see you playing, exploring and having fun with your children, and we really enjoyed seeing you meet some of their new Nursery friends too!
Behaviour on School Site
Behaviour on School Site
We would like to remind all parents and carers that, for the safety of everyone, children should not play football or ride bikes or scooters on the school site when arriving in the morning or leaving at the end of the school day. Children who are not being collected by a parent or carer should leave the school premises promptly and directly after school, rather than staying on site. Thank you for your cooperation and support in helping us to keep our school environment safe for all children, families and staff.
Reception
Reception
Reception have enjoyed learning the story of the Little Red Hen.
They have followed the recipe and written instructions to make their own bread.
We all agreed the best part was tasting the bread. Blasus iawn!
We hope you enjoyed our performanmce story in our Harvest festival too!
Prospective Reception Parent Meeting
Prospective Reception Parent Meeting
We are holding an open evening for prospective parents/carers of children who are due to start Reception in September 2027. This open evening will take place on Wednesday 11th October 2026 at 5pm. We look forward to welcoming you to Lliswerry Primary School, where together we 'Belong. Empower. Aspire.'
Applications open for Newport City Council Schools on Friday 13th November 2026.
https://www.newport.gov.uk/schools-and-learning/schools-and-learning/apply-place
Parent/Carer Consultations
Parent/Carer Consultations
We would like to thank all parents and carers who attended our Autumn Term consultation meetings. Your support, engagement and partnership with school are invaluable in helping your child achieve their very best. We very much appreciate the opportunity to discuss your child's progress and how they have setttled into their new class routines. We look forward to continuing to work together throughout the year.
Harvest Festival Celebrations
Harvest Festival Celebrations
We had a wonderful time celebrating Harvest across the school! In the morning, we welcomed our Reception parents to a lovely assembly featuring songs and readings from Reception, Year 1 and Year 2.
The children sang beautifully, and it was fantastic to see so many parents joining us to support and celebrate their achievements. In the afternoon, Years 3 to 6 came together for their own Harvest celebration, with combined and individual contributions from each year group. Year 6 even treated us to a brilliant Harvest rap! Alongside the celebrations, we have been collecting donations for Raven House Trust, and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who has contributed. It has been a wonderful community effort, with our children, families and staff coming together to celebrate the spirit of Harvest and the importance of helping others.
A 'BIG' shout out to Friends of Lliswerry for creating such an amazing harvest table with all the donations received.
Follow us on Instagram
Follow us on Instagram
Keep up to date with what's going on at Lliswerry Primary School on Instagram. Search for 'lliswerryprimaryschool' and follow us!
@lliswerryprimaryschool
Attendance
Attendance
Please see the attached chart which demonstrates the effects of good and poor attendance. Our current whole school attendance is 91.7% which is below the expected but is showing signs of improvement. It is so important we must keep working together to achieve our target.
If your child is unwell please contact the school office.
FPN Information
Regular attendance at school is required by law. The Welsh Government has reintroduced the use of Fixed Penalty Notices for non-school attendance. Schools in Newport, including Lliswerry Primary, have resumed issuing Fixed Penalty Notices for unauthorised absences from school, including holidays. From September 2023, Fixed Penalty Notices can be issued if a child has 10 sessions/5 days of unauthorised absence. The fine is issued by Newport City Council and is currently set at £60 if paid in the first 28 days. Non-payment within this time means the fine increases to £120. Non-payment of the fine may result in prosecution. Please click the link to view more information about Fixed Penalty Notices.
Scooters and E-bikes on site
Scooters and E-bikes on site
For the safety of all pupils, staff and visitors, e-bikes, electric scooters and scooters are not permitted on the school site. These are not to be ridden or brought onto school grounds at any time. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a safe environment for all.
Dogs on school site
Dogs on school site
To help keep our school site safe and comfortable for all children, staff and visitors, dogs are not permitted on the school premises at any time, including when being carried or held. The only exception is for registered assistance dogs. Thank you for your understanding.
Being on time is important!
Arriving on time gives your child the best start to the day and gives them access to all of the support their teacher can offer from the second they walk through the door.
Doors open at 8.40am and close at 8.50am, after this time you must sign your child in at the main reception.
Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 collection at 3pm
Nursery, Year 3, 4 5 & 6 collection at 3.10pm
Food Share and Uniform Shop
Food Share and Uniform Shop
The Food Share and Uniform Shop continue to be open at the following times:
Monday: 8:45am - 9:15am
Wednesday: 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Friday: 8:45am - 9:15am
We have a range of pre loved uniform in all sizes, and a selection of dried foods available. 50p donation per item for uniform.
PE T Shirts are now RED round neck only please
Parent Governors
Parent Governors
We are looking for three parent governors to join our governing body. If you are interested in helping make a difference to our school, please let Mrs Pegington know by emailing the school office: lliswerry.primary@newportschools.wales
Weekly Coffee Mornings
Weekly Coffee Mornings
Families are welcome at the Barnado's Family Hub Coffee Mornings which run at school each Tuesday from 9am - 11am. Stay for 10 mins or the whole session.
Meet. Support. Learn. Connect. Advice
Free Refreshments and activities. Pop in for a chat where you can meet other parents. Come for a cuppa, stay for the community.
Homelife Breakfast Club
A new monthly group including free breakfast and housing support. Starts 10th October. All are welcome.
Communication Code
Communication Code
When communicating with pupils, parents, carers, staff and all stakeholders, in writing, by phone or in person we will always:
Be polite, respectful and do our best to resolve your questions and queries;
Try to get back to you in a timely manner. Please remember our staff are very busy and they have daily teaching commitments. We will always try to get back to you within 48 hours but please understand this is not always possible;
Pass your query on to someone who can help if we are unable to assist you.
In return, we ask that you:
Treat our staff with politeness and respect;
Do not contact us to vent anger or frustration. We understand that something may have caused you or your child distress but please try to communicate with us in a calm and respectful manner to allow us to try to help you quickly and efficiently;
Accept that staff may not be able to respond to you immediately and please remember that we do not expect our staff to work at weekends;
Allow us to explain our reasons for decisions, which are always made in a considered and timely manner.
It is important to note that persistent rude, aggressive or malicious communication will not be tolerated. If such inappropriate communication occurs, it may result in restrictions being imposed by the headteacher (in consultation with the Chair of Governors) on your mode of communication with the school.
Thank you for your understanding with this.
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