ALUN WYN BEVAN LAUNCHES Y GÊMAU OLYMPAIDD (THE OLYMPIC GAMES)
» Pupils proudly hold a copy of the book with author Alun Wyn Bevan
We welcomed Alun Wyn Bevan to the school on his tour around Wales promoting his latest book 'Y Gêmau Olympaidd' (The Olympic Games). After hearing several interesting stories which are featured in the book, the author answered a few of the pupils' questions, before signing copies for those wishing to buy. We now look forward to reading the book!
DWYNWEN WINS CROSS-COUNTRY RACE
» Dwynwen from Year 6 with her gold medal
Congratulations to Dwynwen from class 6LL on winning the South Wales cross-country race held in Llandeilo last night. Following her success in the Dyfed competition last week, Dwynwen was representing Dyfed last night and won the gold medal.Many congratulations Dwynwen.
BRIDGING SESSION WITH ABERYSTWYTH UNIVERSITY DRAMA DEPARTMENT
» Year 6 pupils with the students
Thank you to the Final Year Drama students from Aberystwyth University for their recent visit to the school. Through performing and including the pupils in discussions, the concerns regarding moving from primary to secondary school were shared sensitively. The students managed to warn the pupils also of potential cyber-bullying which is unfortunately on the increase. Many thanks to the young crew for a very worthwhile session.
DANCING FOR SPORT RELIEF
» Mary and imogen supporting Sport Relief
If you attended the Opening Evening at the beginning of the week and wondered who were the two girls dancing at the Main Entrance, they were Mary and Imogen from Year 6 raising money for Sport Relief! And with your generous contributions they managed to raise £40. Many thanks to the girls for dancing and to everyone who contributed.
ABERYSTWYTH AREA NETBALL TOURNAMENT WINNERS
» The schools' Netball team
Congratulations to the school's netball team on winning the area's netball tournament. The tournamnet was held on the courts at Plascrug Leisure Centre, where the team played a total of four matches, including a very close final where they won 3-2.
Many congratulations, girls.
DYFED CROSS COUNTRY RUNNERS
» Pupils who ran in the Dyfed Cross Country competition
Congratulations to all who competed in the Dyfed Cross Country Competition which was held in Carmarthen. Well done especially to Rhys Evans of Year 3 for coming 2nd in the race for boys, and to Dwynwen Davies of Year 6 for coming 10th in tha race for girls. Success also came for the teams with the Year 6 girls' team (Dwynwen, Lily and Mary) coming 2nd, and the Year 5 boys' team (Siôn, Huw and Peredur) coming 3rd. Well done everyone.
NATURE CAMERA IN YEAR 5
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(the nest is almost complete)
» Video footage from class 5G showing the Blue-tit nesting in the nature box
"We have a new bird box in Year 5. A box with a camera inside. We have placed the box in the Nature Garden with a camera and a cable leading to a screen in the classroom. We can see what's happening inside the nature box, and after only two days a blue-tit came to investigate! We hope it will soon begin to build its nest." Robert, Class 5G
OPENING DOORS WITH ARAD GOCH
» Martin, Nico and a few pupils from year 3 enjoying themselves with the instruments
The pupils of year 3 had a great time this morning with Nico and Martin, watching their performance of "Instant Orchestra". It was a very lively session, with everyone (including the staff) moving to the sound of the accordion and the double bass. Later on, everyone was introduced to a traditional Indonesian instrument, the Angklung. Every one of us, with an angklung in hand, managed to create a very rhythmic and musical performance. An Instant Orchestra indeed!
CEREDIGION COUNTY EISTEDDFOD
» Congratulations to all who competed in the Urdd County Eisteddfod on Saturday
Results:
Year 5 and 6 Solo
1st - Anest Eirug
Year 3 and 4 Cerdd Dant Solo
1st - Cadi Williams
Year 5 and 6 Cerdd dant Solo
1st - Anest Eirug
Year 6 Duet
2nd - Anest a Beca
Year 5 and 6 Individual Reciting
3rd - Beca Williams
Alaw Werin Solo
1st - Beca Williams
Recitation Group
1st - Ysgol Gymraeg Aberystwyth Cerdd Dant Choir
1st - Ysgol Gymraeg Aberystwyth
Ymgom
2nd - Ysgol Gymraeg Aberystwyth Choir
1st - Ysgol Gymraeg Aberystwyth Cân Actol
1st - Ysgol Gymraeg Aberystwyth Brass solo
2nd - Peredur Morgan
Woodwind solo
1st - Sophie Neal Instrumental Ensemble
1st - School's Brass Ensemble
Orchestra/Band
1st - School orchestra
SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING WEEK 2012
» Years 5 and 6 pupils enjoying the activities exhibited by Aberystwyth University.
As part of Science Week 2012 Years 5 and 6 spent the morning in a practical workshop in the University. It was an excellent and exciting experience for all pupils.
GERAINT AND ELIN FROM THE TV PROGRAMME 'TAG' VISIT THE SCHOOL
» The presenters Geraint and Elen with Year 6 pupils
"When we came out of assembly this morning we returned to our classroom to find Elin and Geraint waiting for us! They were there to talk about their TV programme 'TAG' which is on S4C. We watched clips of the programme and answered questions on them. There were prizes for answering correctly - I won two prizes! Then everyone wanted their autograph before they left!" Eluned, Class 6LL
ABERYSTWYTH AREA URDD PRIMARY EISTEDDFOD
» The Recitation Group, the Choir and the Ymgom competing at the Great Hall in the Area Eisteddfod
Congratulations to all pupils who competed in this year's Area Eisteddfod, and well done to all who were successful. Best of luck to those who will be competing in the county round next week
Results: Year 3 and 4 Solo
2nd - Cadi Williams
3rd - Lois Hughes Year 5 and 6 Solo
1st - Anest Eirug
3rd - Beca Williams Year 3 and 4 Cerdd Dant Solo
1st - Cadi Williams
2nd - Llŷr Eirug Year 5 and 6 Cerdd dant Solo
1st - Anest Eirug
2nd - Beca Williams Year 6 Duet
1st - Anest a Beca
2nd - Eluned a Rhianedd Year 3 and 4 Individual Reciting
2nd - Cadi Williams
3rd - Llŷr Eirug Year 5 and 6 Individual Reciting
1st - Beca Williams
3rd - Anest Eirug Alaw Werin Solo
1st - Beca Williams
2nd - Anest Eirug Recitation Group
1st - Ysgol Gymraeg Aberystwyth Cerdd Dant Choir
1st - Ysgol Gymraeg Aberystwyth Ensemble
2nd - Anest, Beca and Siwan Heledd Ymgom
1st - Ysgol Gymraeg Aberystwyth Choir
1st - Ysgol Gymraeg Aberystwyth
ABERYSTWYTH AREA URDD DANCE EISTEDDFOD
» Aberystwyth Area Dance Eisteddfod
Results: Creative Dance Group
1st - Ysgol Gymraeg Aberystwyth Mixed Media Dance Group
1st - Ysgol Gymraeg Aberystwyth Individual Dance
1st - Mary Grice Woods
ABERYSTWYTH AREA URDD INSTRUMENTAL EISTEDDFOD
» The school's orchestra preparing to compete in the Aberystwyth Area Instrumental Eisteddfod
Results
: Brass solo
1st - Peredur Morgan Piano solo
1st - Anest Eirug Woodwind solo
1st - Sophie Neal Instrumental Ensemble
1st - School's Brass Ensemble
2nd - School's String Ensemble Orchestra/Band
1st - School orchestra
WELSH LADY FUN RUN ON THE PROM
» Aled, Ioan and Osian proudly wearing their medals and holding their certificates
Congratulations to all three (and Dwynwen from 6LL who is absent from the photo) for completing the Welsh Lady Fun Run along the prom organised by Menter Aberystwyth. Ioan was successful in the race for pupils in years 3 and 4, with Dwynwen winning the race for pupils in years 5 and 6.
FAIRTRADE ASSEMBLY
» Year 5 pupils shared their message with the rest of the school in our morning assembly
How many of you knew it was Fairtrade Fortnight? The school is currently in the process of trying to gain the Fair Trade status, therefore we are very busy trying to persuade the staff to buy Fair Trade tea and coffee for the staff room. Fair Trade coffee was served during our Coffee Afternoon last week as well as having a stall full of Fair Trade goods. We will be continuing to learn about Fair Trade during our lessons, and the fruit shop sells Fair Trade bananas on a daily basis. Do you make an effort to buy Fair Trade products in your home?
SUCCESS IN ORIENTEERING
» Hannah and Gwenllian with their trophies
Congratulations to the two sisters, Hannah and Gwenllian on their success in the Welsh National Orienteering Championships which were held in Cardiff recently. Hannah managed to come third in the under 10yrs category, with Gwenllian winning the competition for under the 12s. Well done both of you!
» Pupils wearing their traditional costumes as we celebrate St. David's Day
"One of my favourite days at school is St. David's Day. It's a day when we can all dress up in our traditional costumes or wear the Welsh rugby jersey. Everyone wears either a leek or a daffodil with pride. Today I played the part of Dewi Sant in the school assembly, and reminded everyone of Dewi's last words:
'Be joyful and keep your faith and your creed. Do the little things that you have seen and heard me do.'"
Daniel, Class 6J
PTA COFFEE AFTERNOON
» Opening the event this year was our guest Mr Meirion Appleton
Many thanks to everyone who supported the Coffee Afternoon once again this year.
The event was opened this year by Mr Meirion Appleton, former Manager of Aberystwyth Town FC. Many thanks to him for his kind words, and to all who donated raffle prizes; the main prize being a pair of tickets to this year's Six Nations clash between Wales and France. Congratulations to Danny from Year 3 for winning the tickets. We hope you enjoy your day!
MAKING AND SELLING WELSH CAKES IN YEAR 1
» Chloe, Cerys and Aimee on the stall selling Welsh Cakes to parents and visitors
"We have been very busy making and selling Welsh Cakes in the classroom. After making them we've been putting them in little plastic bags, labelling them with the ingredients and the price. We have sold many bags, and will be using the money to buy new toys for the classroom." Chloe, Cerys and Aimee,
Class
1W and 1R
Many thanks to Morrisons for supplying all the ingredients free of charge
