Governors Annual Report

YSGOL LLANBRYNMAIR
Llanbrynmair
Powys
SY19 7AB
Ffôn/Tel: 01650 521339
e-bost / e-mail: [email protected]
Pennaeth/Headteacher: Mr Nigel Hughes
Pennaeth Cynorthwyol /Assistant Headteacher: Mrs B G Jones
10th February 2015
Dear Parent/Guardian
As Executive Head of the Federation of Carno, Glantwymyn and Llanbrynmair I
would like to thank everyone for their support since the beginning of my post in
September 2014. I wish to give my personal thanks to school staff, parents and
children for their continued hard work over the school year. I also thank the
members of the Governing Bodies of Carno, Glantwymyn and Llanbrynmair for their
work and dedication to their schools.
A special thanks to Mrs Bethan Jones as Acting Head, for her important contribution
over the last academic year and for her support since September 2014.
However, the most important element of all is the children; they are the key to a
good school. I thank them sincerely for their diligence and enthusiasm.
We had a lot of success last year - staff, parents, children and governors. We must
build on this success so that all children reach their full potential.
Since the establishment of the Federation of Carno, Glantwymyn and Llanbrynmair
in September 2014, the staff of the schools have been working closely to ensure a
successful future for the three schools. Since November 2014 one new governing
body exists.
The Chairman and Clerk of the Governing Body for Carno, Glantwymyn and
Llanbrynmair Federation is:
Mr Iwan Morgan (Chair), Brynaerau Isaf, Llanbrynmair
Mrs Eleanor Jones (Clerk), Y Garth, Llanbrynmair
The membership of the new governing body can be found on the school website and
on the next page for information. Details of the forthcoming annual meeting with
parents are outlined below with a copy of the Annual Report.
Thanks for your support, assistance and cooperation.
Nigel Hughes
Headteacher of the Federation of Carno, Glantwymyn and Llanbrynmair
NAMES OF MEMBERS OF THE GOVERNING BODY FOR
FFEDERASIWN CARNO, GLANTWYMYN A LLANBRYNMAIR
Governor Role
Name
Chairman
Headteacher
Teacher Governor
Teacher Governor
Support Staff
Support Staff
Parent Governor
Parent Governor
Parent Governor
Parent Governor
Parent Governor
Parent Governor
County Council
County Council
County Council
Community
Community
Community
Additional Community
Local Authority
Support Staff Observer
Observer
Observer
Teacher Observer
Parent Governor Observer
Clerk
Mr Iwan Morgan
Mr Nigel Hughes
Mrs Bethan Gwawr Jones
Miss Llinos Roberts
Mrs Elinor Ashworth
Mrs Sandra Pughe
Dr David Whitworth
Mrs Nia Meddins
Mrs Corinna Rowlands
Mrs Eirian Davies
Mrs Ann Owen
Mrs Alwena Watkins
Cllr G P Fychan
Cllr D C Jones
Cllr Rachel Davies
Mr Aled Griffiths
Mrs Heather Lloyd
Mr Pennant Jones
Mrs Gwenfair Davies
Mr Gwion Aeron
Miss Ceri Vaughan
Mrs Heulwen Jones
Mrs Mary Thomas
Miss Emma Rowlands
Mrs Sioned Campbell
Mrs Eleanor Jones
YSGOL LLANBRYNMAIR ANNUAL PARENTS MEETING
The School Standards and Organisation (Wales) Act 2013 removed the requirement
for school governing bodies to hold an annual meeting with parents (details about
parent’s rights to request a meeting with a school Governing Body is posted on the
school website). This year the new Governing Body has decided that it is
appropriate to hold an annual meeting with parents.
The Annual Parents Meeting will be held on:
Tuesday, 24th February 2015 at 7.00pm
Location: Ysgol Llanbrynmair
Purpose
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To present the Annual Report
Meet the members of the new Governing Body
Visit the school with an opportunity to look at the various displays of pupils’
work
Future school developments
Agenda
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Welcome
Apologies
Minutes of the last meeting
Matters arising
Report on the consideration given to any decision made at the last meeting
Annual Report 2013-14
Future school developments
Questions and discussions
YSGOL LLANBRYNMAIR
Governors’ Annual Report to Parents
2013 – 2014
A word of welcome from the Chairman
Dear Parents
During the last three years discussions have been held on the future of schools in this area.
The decision to federate Carno, Glantwymyn and Llanbrynmair was eventually made and a
new Governing Body has been formed. Mr Nigel Hughes was appointed Executive
Headteacher, and we wish him well in his new post. In addition three assistant
headteachers have been appointed: Mrs Bethan Williams, Carno; Miss Llinos Roberts,
Glantwymyn and Mrs Bethan Gwawr Jones, Llanbrynmair.
I am pleased to present the Annual Report to our parents. You can see that pupils have
taken part in a wide range of activities in addition to their academic work. Many of these
activities involve people other than our school staff and parents and we are grateful for their
contribution to school life.
The Governing Body wishes to congratulate the children on their efforts and achievements
in their school work, Eisteddfodau, sports and many other community events. Thanks and
praise is of course owing to all school staff for their excellent work throughout the year.
I am confident that everyone in our local community will continue to support the work of the
school.
Yours sincerely
Iwan
Iwan Morgan
Chair of Governors
Who’s Who on the Governing Body 2013-2014
Chairman
Mr Iwan Morgan
Brynaerau Isaf
Llanbrynmair
Powys LEA Governors
Mr D C Jones
Mrs Elisabeth Jones
Vice-Chairman
Mrs Heulwen Jones
Community Council Representative
Mr Pennant Jones
Clerk
Mrs Eirlys Morgan
Brynaerau Isaf
Llanbrynmair
Co-opted Governors
Mrs Heulwen Jones (2016)
Mr Iwan Morgan (2016)
Teachers’ Representative
Miss Sarah Rowlands
Headteacher
Mrs Bethan Gwawr Jones
Parent Governors
Mr Edward Evans (2016)
Mrs Nia Meddins (2016)
Dr Dave Whitworth (2014)
(20… denotes end of term)
Governors are appointed for a fixed term of 4 years. At the end of the parent
Governors term, letters are sent out to all parents asking for nominations for parent
representatives.
Staff
Headteacher / Foundation Phase Teacher - Mrs Bethan G Jones
Key Stage 2 Class Teacher - Miss Sarah Rowlands
PPA Teachers – Mrs Lydia Jones / Mrs Moyra Davies
Additional Learning Needs Co-ordinator
Mrs Bethan G Jones
Foundation Phase Classroom Assistants Mrs Sandra Pughe & Mrs Claire Hughes
Additional Learning Needs Assistants – Mrs Ceris Rees & Mrs Claire Hughes
Clerical Assistant / Mid Day Supervisor / Cleaner – Mrs Isabel Jordan
Brass Tutor – Mr Philip Pryce
Cleaner in Charge – Mrs Anna Jones
YSGOL LLANBRYNMAIR GOVERNING BODY 2013-14
GOVERNORS’ RESPONSIBILITIES
Each Governor has a link to a subject and other aspects of School life
Responsibility
Finance
Performance
Management
Appeals, salary and
dismissals
Policies and
Documents
Additional Learning
Needs
Health & Safety
Foundation Phase
Local Education
Authority
Friends of the School
Gofal Bugeiliol
(Gwahardd Disgyblion)
Staffing
Complaints panel
Grounds and Buildings
Name
Bethan G Jones
Heulwen Jones
Iwan Morgan
Iwan Morgan
Heulwen Jones
David C Jones
Heulwen Jones
Bethan G Jones
Sarah Rowlands
Iwan Morgan
Bethan G Jones
Heulwen Jones
Sarah Rowlands
Bethan G Jones
Pennant Jones
Dave Whitworth
Heulwen Jones
Elisabeth Jones
Nia Meddins
Pennant Jones
Edward Evans
Heulwen Jones
Bethan G Jones
Iwan Morgan
Governing Body
Iwan Morgan
Dave Whitworth
David C Jones
David C Jones
Pennant Jones
Bethan G Jones
Responsibility
School Council
Name
Heulwen Jones
Curriculum
Bethan G Jones
Mathematics/
Numeracy
Edward Evans
Language / Literacy
Elisabeth Jones
Physical
Development
Nia Meddins
ICT
Science
Dave Whitworth
Foundation Phase
Heulwen Jones
Humanities
Music
Iwan Morgan
Design & Technology David C Jones
Religious Education
Pennant Jones
Community Centre
Committee
High school
Transition
David C Jones
David C Jones
Governing Body meetings
The Governing Body meets every term to discuss school matters. The Governing Body also
met with Carno and Glantwymyn to consult and discuss the proposals for Federation.
Members of the Governing Body also attended statutory and non-statutory training sessions.
Travelling allowances for Governors
No travelling cost claims were received from Governors during 2013-14.
Review of Policies
The school regularly examines and assesses the success of all procedures. We regularly
review policies and have policies on our school website.
Child Protection
E Safety
Bereavement Policy
Literacy across the Curriculum
Attendance
Safeguarding
Data Protection
Administrating Medicine
Homework
School Prospectus
The prospectus has been reviewed in September 2014 and small amendments were made to
reflect current dates and statistics according to guidelines received from the Welsh Assembly. In
Accordance with statutory rules, the prospectus was distributes to the parents of pupils who start
full time education at the school. A copy of the handbook is available from the school office or on
the school website.
School Language Policy
Ysgol Llanbrynmair is a school in a traditional Welsh area, and in accordance with Powys
Education Authority’s policy, Welsh is the main teaching language of the school. Children are
encouraged to speak Welsh both on the yard and during lessons with the exception of the English
lessons (Years 3 – 6).
Complaints
Please discuss any concerns you may have with the Headteacher initially. You are also welcome
to make an appointment to discuss any issues with the Headteacher. If issues are not resolved
then parents should follow guidelines outlined in the School’s Complaints Policy. This is available
on the school website.
Curriculum Statement
Curriculum Development:
The school aims to provide a balanced curriculum in accordance with the requirements of the
National Curriculum in order to stimulate the development of educational, emotional and
social each individual child. The practice and procedures of the Foundation Phase are in
place.
Discriminatory procedures are used to develop the potential of every child to its full
development. We aim to achieve the goals in a lively, intimate, interesting and creative way.
The school policy documents can be viewed at the school in all subject areas; planned work
in each subject area is also in place - in accordance with the guidelines of the National
Curriculum.
The policies and work plans are being continuously monitored and reviewed in accordance
with any update changes. They are checked annually by the Governing Body in June.
Action Plans:
The School has a Development Plan and is fully operational. There is a close link between
the school's self evaluation documents that are reviewed annually.
Progress in setting and meeting targets:
Targets are set by the school and are part of the School Development Plan. Targets include
the school, the classes, the groups and individual pupils. The school sets targets,
commensurate with their ability and achievement, for each pupil. The children set personal
targets as independent learners.
These are the most recent targets for pupils' attainment by the end of the Foundation Stage
and Key Stage 2.
Foundation Phase Targets
Target 05+
2015
Target 06+
Language,
100%
50%
Target
05+
100%
Mathematics
Personal,
Community, Welfare
and AD
Foundation Phase
Indicator
100%
100%
71%
100%
100%
100%
100%
2016
Target 06+
50%
63%
100%
100%
Key Stage 2 Targets
2015
Level 4+ Level 5+
English
100%
60%
Welsh
100%
60%
Mathematics 100%
60%
Science
100%
40%
Core
100%
Subject
Indicator
2016
Level 4+
Level 5+
100%
75%
100%
63%
100%
75%
100%
88%
100%
2017
Level 4+ Level 5+
86%
43%
86%
43%
86%
43%
86%
43%
86%
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Staff Development / Performance Management
Performance Management is the term used to describe the process of agreeing annual
performance targets involving discussions between teachers and their team leaders,
Headteachers and the Governing Body. Performance management supports the work of
teachers as individuals and in teams. It establishes a framework for teachers and their team
leaders to agree and review priorities and objectives in the context of the school’s
development plan. It motivates staff to be more effective in their teaching and subject
leadership. This in turn leads to the raising of standards for the whole school.
All teaching staff set targets with the Headteacher and review meetings take place and new
targets are identified and discussed for the forthcoming year.
All teaching assistants also go through the same process as above.
All teaching assistants received training in ICT during the year from an external company to
improve skills using a variety of programmes including power point and word processing.
Moderation Day
All teachers from across Powys came together in the different regions in April to moderate
work across the schools. The work that was being assessed included Language,
Mathematical Development and Personal and Social Development for Foundation Phase
(Year 2) and English, Maths for Key Stage 2 (Year 6).This process ensured that all teachers
assessed pupil’s work effectively and accurately ensuring that the appropriate levels were
awarded to pupils at the end of Key Stage.
Local Education Authority & ERW
During the year the school have had 2 core visits from the School Development Officer. The main
purpose of the 1st visit during the Autumn term was to discuss the schools performance data, Self
Evaluation and Performance Management and the second visit during the Summer Term was
based on book scrutiny. At the end of the second core visit the Authority placed the school in the
good to excellent category.
School Council
The Council invites Mrs Heulwen Jones, a member of the School’s Governing Body to their
meetings, to promote the link between the school and the Governing Body.
This year representatives from the School Council were invited to interview the new Head teacher
as part of the interview process. The School Council also contributed to the Eco School Action
Plan and talked to Mrs Esyllt Davies form Eco Schools Wales when she came to reward the
school with the 2nd Eco flag. They discussed all suggestions within the suggestion box, planned
and held a Christmas Party and arranged a spots and stripes day to raise money for the PLAN UK
project.
Healthy Schools
The school is part of the Powys Healthy Schools programme. Pupils are
encouraged to eat fruit at morning snack times. The Foundation Phase pupils have
a free drink at morning break and pupils in the junior class are able to buy a glass of
milk for 25p a day. The school cook follows the healthy menu set by Powys Country
Council. The Foundation Phase pupils grow vegetables in the garden to sell in the
Farmers Market during the Summer Term.
Eco Schools
The school was awarded their 2nd Eco School Flag during the Summer Term.
ADDITIONAL LEARNING NEEDS
The Governor for Additional Learning Needs (ALN) is Mrs Heulwen Jones.
Objectives:
Provision for pupils with Additional Learning Needs is effectively monitored by the Additional
Learning Needs co – ordinator, the Headteacher and support staff within the school. The
aims of the ALN provision is that all tasks, resources and materials are differenciated in
order to match work to pupils needs.. This is reflected in the work schemes and any
planning work being developed at the time. We recognise More Able and Talented pupils
and encourage all pupils to work to their best potential through formal and informal activities.
All pupils on the Additional Learning Needs register is issued with a IEP (Individual Learning
plan) which is reviewed with the child twice a year.
Register for SEN 2013-14
School Action
School Action Plus
Statements
Total
4
2
0
Intervention Programmes
Pupils who need additional support to develop numeracy and literacy skills are supported using
the Catch Up Numeracy and Literacy programmes weekly. Generally pupils who have received
intervention support have developed more confidence and have made good progress.
Disabled Access
As a school we understand the importance of effective teaching and learning and ensure the best
possible experiences for all pupils at the school. We ensure that each child with a disability has
the same experiences as everyone else in the school. It is possible for children with physical
disability to gain access to all parts of the building. There is also a disabled toilet within the
building.
Summary of other school events and achievements
Theatre in Education
Arad Goch theatre company came to the school to perform – ‘Where the Leaves fall’ for the
Foundation Phase class during the Autumn term and then during the Summer term the pupils in
the Junior class went to see their production of ‘Madog’ at Theatr Hafren.
Educational Visits
Throughout the year pupils have been on various trips to reinforce what they have been learning
in the classroom. During the Autumn term the whole school went on a nature trail to the RSPB
centre at Ynys Hir and during the summer term the Junior class went to visit the Victorian town in
Blits Hill, Iron bridge and the Foundation Phase class went to Park Hall to learn about the animals
and about life in a Victorian school.
The foundation Phase class also went on a visit to Newtown Fire Station were they learnt about
life as a fire fighter, went to visit TESCO as part of the Farm to Fork project and went to see the
CYW Christmas show in Aberystwyth.
Police Liaison Officer
PC Mark Hughes came to visit the school termly to discuss numerous issues including the
dangers of using social media web sites.
Glan Llyn
At the beginning of the Autumn term, a group of children from Years 5 & 6 stayed at the Urdd
Camp at Glan Llyn. This was a great opportunity to socialise, meet new friends, canoeing,
climbing and many other activities
The Club sessions were held after school during the Spring and Summer Terms. The
members enjoyed many different activities including decorating biscuits, bingo, folk dancing,
parachute and various games. Mr David Oliver and Mr Alan Wyn Jones, Urdd Development
Officers for Maldwyn, also visited the club to hold a fun session.
Congratulations to Addie and Arthur Whitworth who won prizes in the National Eisteddfod in
Meirionnydd in May
Addie – 2nd Weaving and Knitting by hand (Years 3&4)
3rd A series of 4 black and white photos (Years 3 & 4)
Arthur – 2nd Jewellery (Years 1 & 2)
Urdd Sporting Activities
This year the school competed for the first time in many years in the rounder’s and Netball
tournament. They all played well and enjoyed making new friends in between games. Years 5
& 6 also took part in the 5 a side football tournament for small schools.
World Book Day
We celebrated world book day with a visit from the story teller, Fiona Angwin. The children
enjoyed learning about various folk tales and myths about animals using puppets. The
children also came to school dressed up as a character from a book and were encouraged to
talk about the book from which their character came.
Sports
The pupils have participated in various sporting activities throughout the year.
Swimming
The children receive swimming lessons at Machynlleth Leisure Centre during the Autumn
and Summer Term. We are fortunate that the Llanbrynmair Windfarm Trust make a
contribution towards the cost of travelling to and from Machynlleth following an
application for a grant from the Friends of the school.
Many of our pupils participate in extra curricular sporting activities outside school hours and
are encouraged to bring any medals / trophies to show the class and talk about their
achievements. Photos are taken of the children with their trophies etc and are kept in an
‘achievement scrap book’.
Sports Day
Congratulations to Thomas for winning the shield for the individual winning most points on the
day and for team Twymyn for winning the cup for the most house points once again this year.
Achievements during the year
Arts Shield
Lily Shone
Shield for Achievement in Welsh
Charlie Evans
Adwy Deg Shield for Exceptional Effort
Josh Parry
Sports Shield
Thomas Jones
Full Attendance Certificates
Euros Jones, Elin Evans & Lily Shone
Disability and Access Plan
As a school we understand the importance of effective teaching and learning and ensure the
best possible experiences for all pupils at the school. We ensure that each child with a
disability has the same experiences as everyone else in the school. It is possible for children
with physical disability to gain access to all parts of the building. There is also a disabled
toilet within the building. The school updates its disability access policy and plan annually.
Helping Others
Operation Christmas Child
The children have been busy again this year preparing shoe boxes for the Operation
Christmas Child scheme. We would like to thank everyone who worked hard to
prepare the boxes. The Reverend Nerys Tudor came to school to talk to the children
about the effect that these gift boxes have on the children who receive them around
the world. The boxes were presented to her to be transferred to the next step of the
journey.
McMillan Coffee Morning
The school Council helped to arrange a coffee morning in aid of Macmillan Cancer support.
Machynlleth Food Bank
The children brought tins of food for the Machynlleth Food Bank during our Harvest Festival
Service. The Rev John Dale came to thank the children for their contributions.
Developing Multicultural links
The school Council plays an active part in planning various activities to raise money to
sponsor a little girl in Tanzania – Faudia Ramadani Rashidi through the PLAN UK project.
During the year all pupils have taken part in a multicultural workshop, learning about school
life in Jamaica.
Bible Explorers
Ms Anita Pughe from Bible explorers came to teach the children in years 4,5 & 6 stories from
the Bible through drama. At the end of the 6 week project every pupil was awarded a Bible
of their own in Welsh to take home.
Creative workshop
We were lucky enough to arrange an art workshop with Mrs Emma Holmes. Mrs Holmes
developed the children’s still life drawing skills and at the end of the 2 day visit the pupils had
been creating 2 works of art for display in the centre of the school. Mrs Ceri Tomos came to
school to help develop the children’s sewing and working with various textiles within the
junior class.
Links with the Community
Ysgol Llanbrynmair have excellent links with the Community. This is an overview of what links we
have had throughout the year.
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School Thanksgiving Service
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Book Stall in the annual Community Fair
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Farmers Market run by the pupils for the public
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School Christmas Concert
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A number of the school’s pupils take part in the annual Bro Cyfeiliog Merched
y Wawr Christmas Service
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Cyfarfod Bach – This year we over 30 pupils competed individually or sang in the choir
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NSPCC Pancake Day
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Eisteddfod yr Urdd – Coffee Evening
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Bags2School – (poster to invite the community to bring unwanted clothes into school)
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End of Year Service
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Agor y Llyfr (Opening of the Book) Religious Assembly
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Sports Day followed by a fun afternoon & entertainment
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Friends of the school meetings / events
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PC Mark Hughes, the Police Liaison Officer came to visit the school termly to discuss
numerous issues including the dangers of using social media web sites and following
rules
Links with the Cylch Meithrin
During the Summer Term an open afternoon was held for all new parents and their children ready
for the new school year. During the afternoon the parents and children were given a guided tour
of the school and received their information pack. The afternoon was a good opportunity for any
of the new parents to ask questions about the school.
Destination of school leavers
The majority of Ysgol Llanbrynmair pupils leave to go on to Ysgol Bro Ddyfi Machynlleth (Ysgol
Bro Hyddgen from Sept 2014). During the Summer term, Year 6 pupils visited the High school for
a transition visit where they took part in various activities and given a taste of life at the school.
Cleaning and toilet facilities
Powys County Council is responsible for the cleaning of the school. The Foundation Phase class
have their own toilets next to the class, and there are separate toilets for girls and boys along the
corridor for the junior class. There are two disabled toilets in the building.
Teacher Assessment results – Summer 2014
School comparative information: Foundation Phase Outcomes
Percentage of pupils reaching the expected outcome – Outcome 5+
School
2014
Powys
2014
Wales
2014
100
96
94
Personal and Social Development, Well-being and
Cultural Diversity
Language, literacy and Communication Skills –
Welsh
Mathematical Development
100
92
90
100
91
89
Foundation Phase Indicator
100
90
85
School comparative information: Key Stage 2 Assessments
Percentage of pupils achieving the expected level – Level 4+
School
2014
Powys
2014
Wales
2014
Welsh
English
Mathematics
100
100
100
93
90
90
88
88
89
Science
Core Subject Indicator
100
100
92
88
90
86
Number of pupils on Roll at the end of the Summer Term 2014
Foundation Phase - 31
Key Stage 2 – 22 = 53
School Attendance
Attendance
Authorised absence
Unauthorised absence
96.6%
3.4%
0%
Children are given certificates at the end of every term for 100% attendance and are given
special recognition in our end of year service.
Following guidelines from the Local Education Authority children are no longer being given
authorisation to go on holiday during term time.
New Targets Set
2014-2015
96%
2015-2016
96.6%
2016-2017
96.6%
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Information about the school including termly newsletters, events calendar, photos and
policies can be found on our school website and on the Twitter account.
www.ysgolllanbrynmair.powys.sch.uk
or follow us on Twitter @ysgllanbrynmair
School Timetable
Morning Session:
9.00 a.m. – 12.10 p.m.
Afternoon Session:
1.00 p.m. – 3.25 p.m.
Budget for the year 2013 - 2014
Budget for the year £
142,734
Wages
Repair and maintenance
Rates
Grounds and Property Maintenance (Property Care)
Breakfast Club
Office Supplies
Sports Facilities
Utilities
School Recourses
Canteen equipment
Insurance / Services
Total Expenditure
Total income
Net Expenditure
Under spend at 31.3.2014
4,068
2,352
20,219
1,178
1,501
4,640
3,670
6,452
400
3,888
192,578
15,271
177,307
20,477
Details about the Pupil Deprivation Grant is posted on the school website.
Any Other Gifts
Friends of the School
Although the Friends of the school did not meet officially throughout the year they successfully
arranged an Easter Bingo which raised £400 and an Italian Evening which also raised £400. The
school was fortunate enough to receive money from the Friends of the school to buy 2 additional
ipads for the children.
Helping Others
1.4.13 – 31.3.13
PLAN Uk –£180
Macmillan Coffee Morning –£161.45
Marie Curie – £63.00
Gifts for the school
Bags2School - £420
Llanbrynmair Windfarm Trust £2100
Llanbrynmair Show £160
Barnardos Cards £ 100
Mrs L Jones (Urdd) £50
RSPB (Transport) £100
Cymunedau, Sgiliau a Dysgu / COMMUNITIES, SKILLS AND LEARNING
GWASANAETH YSGOLION / SCHOOLS SERVICE
2014 - 2015
SCHOOL CALENDAR
Autumn Term 2014
Tuesday 2nd September
To
Friday 24th October
No of School Days
Non-Pupil Days
38
Monday 1st September
Monday 13th October
Half Term – Monday 27th October to Friday 31st October
Monday 3rd November
To
Friday 19th December
35
Spring Term 2015
No of School Days
Tuesday 6th January
To
Friday 13th February
Non-Pupil Days
Monday 5th January
29
Half Term – Monday 16th February to Friday 20th February
Monday 23rd February
To
Thursday 26th March
Friday 27th March
24
Summer Term 2015
No of School Days
Monday 13th April
To
Friday 22nd May
29
Non-Pupil Days
Half Term – Monday 25th May to Friday 29th May
st
Monday 1 June
To
Friday 17thJuly
Monday 20th July
35
Good Friday: Friday 3rd April 2015
Easter Monday: Monday 6thApril 2015
May Day Bank Holiday: Monday 4th May 2015
Spring Bank Holiday: Monday 25th May 2015
Royal Welsh Show: Monday 20th July 2015 to Thursday 23rd July 2015
Non-pupil days may be varied into alternative dates within a school year, other than
pupil days, subject to a minimum of one term’s notice to the Head of Schools. If
schools wish to vary a non-pupil day into a pupil day, this change can only operate
on a catchment basis and must involve all the schools in a particular high school
catchment area in order to avoid increasing the Authority’s transport costs. Up to 3
of the non-pupil days may be converted into twilight sessions, subject to a minimum
of one term’s notice to the Head of Schools, with one non-pupil day being deemed to
be the equivalent of 3 twilight sessions of 2 hours each.