Please download here: Information Letter Oct 19 YBB
Infomation Letter
Our latest information for parents.
Road Safety Announcement
Worrying news today that some of our pupils were witnessed by the public crossing the motorway bridge on the wrong side of the barrier. Very dangerous behaviour. Police have been informed.
Remember, information about safe routes to school can be found on our Safe Routes to School page.
https://ysgolbaebaglan.j2bloggy.com/safe-routes-to-school/
End of Term Letter
Dear Parent/Guardian,
As we approach the summer holiday, there are a couple of points I would like to bring to your attention and ask for your co-operation:
Uniform
The school has a Uniform Policy which can be viewed on the website. I would like to reiterate that:
- Pupils in Year 7-11 are not allowed to wear jeans, skinny trousers, leggings or tracksuit bottoms to school.
- Jewellery is not allowed in school however a watch and a single set of stud earrings are permitted. No facial piercings are allowed.
- We do not permit extremes of fashion in students’ hairstyles. Added hair colours must be natural and subtle. Hair braiding and patterns cut into hair or eyebrows are not acceptable.
If you are concerned about whether a particular item/style is suitable then you should contact the school for advice before buying or sending your child to school.
Attendance and Punctuality
Your assistance in ensuring that your children attend school regularly and are punctual are greatly appreciated. The Welsh Government target for attendance is 95%. School begins at 8.30 a.m. and the expectation is that pupils are at their classes by this time.
Once again, thank you for your continued support.
Yours faithfully,
R E Rees (Mr)
Deputy HeadteacherLetter to parents – July 19
School Open
I am pleased to say that school is open as normal tomorrow and with the weather continuing warm pupils may wear FULL pe kit or uniform.
School Closure
Unfortunately due to a plumbing issue in school we will not be open for staff or pupils today. Please check later for updates about Monday.
Tonight’s Awards Evening will be rearranged.
Year 11 Prom. Letter to parents.
Dear Parent or Carer,
We look forward to welcoming those pupils attending Prom on Monday 1st July 2019.
Pupils should arrive to Ysgol Bae Baglan from 5:45pm onwards on Monday 1st July, buses will be leaving from the front of the school at 6:30pm to take pupils to Manor Park.
Please accept my apologies that the pupils’ tickets have a different time on them. This was an error on my part. We look forward to welcoming you all at YBB from 5:45pm.
Parents and friends are welcome to join Year 11 pupils for photo opportunities at Ysgol Bae Baglan between 5:45pm and 6:30pm. Please respect our neighbours by parking in the rear car park or designated bays. We kindly ask that no parents attend Manor Park.
Can pupils please remember that they will need to bring with them their money or cheques for official prom photographs that are ordered directly on the night. Portraits cost £10 each, payable on the night by cash or cheque made payable to: Always & Forever.
Buses will return pupils to the rear of Ysgol Bae Baglan between 10:50pm and 11pm.
We hope that all pupils will have an amazing evening and wish them all the best in their futures.
Yours faithfully,
Mr. D. Grounds
Creating a pupil support network
Ensuring the level of care, support and guidance is a strong feature at Ysgol Bae Baglan. The school appreciates that not all pupils work in the same way and have created a pupil support network. This includes tailor-made support plans, flexible learning and targeted study support. The individual needs of pupils are addressed successfully and with great sensitivity. This helps them to engage positively in their learning and most make strong progress.
Read the full report from Estyn.
https://www.estyn.gov.wales/effective-practice/creating-pupil-support-network
School Trip
Last Day of Term – 24th July National Botanic Gardens Wales Dylan Thomas’ Boat House – £11.00 Perfect for GCSE Art and Photography See Mr Larkman for a letter.
School Trip
Year 9 end of year trip to Folly Farm
Monday 23rd July 8:45 – 4:30
Cost £16 per child (includes entry and bus)
Spaces are limited. (We will endeavour to take as many as possible)
Forms are available from form tutors.
Please return asap.
Year 11 Prom
Year 11 have their prom Monday 2nd July. Year 11 Pupils and their parents are invited to meet at the front of the school for photos from 17:00. Pupils will be transported for a 18:30 arrival and will be returned by 23:30. Anyone with specific dietary requirements must let us know by next week.
Leavers Assembly.
Year 11 will have their leavers assembly in the main hall next Friday, 22nd June between 09-10:30. Unfortunately they will not be allowed around school afterwards as teachers and other learners have lessons.
Proposed Changes to Use of Front Car Park: Trial 2nd -6th July 2018
Please see below for information regarding changes to the use of the front car park.
Sign Language Course
We are excited to be starting our British sign Language classes on Monday 9th October, for a 10 week course. (12-1pm) HU18. For Further details, please see Miss L Whitney or Mrs P Parry
Letter to parents – Year 11 Exams
Dear Parent or Carer,
With just 15 school days left before the start of the Year 11 GCSE exam period I wanted to take this opportunity to update you on important dates and expectations for the forthcoming period. The Easter holidays is an important time for our Year 11 pupils to focus on the last elements of preparation before their summer exams and when they return on Monday 16th April they only have three weeks before the main block of exams start on Tuesday May 8th following the bank holiday weekend.
