Dear all parents and carers
I hope you had as good a Christmas as possible during these difficult times.
As you are aware, the Welsh Government made an announcement yesterday that all schools in Wales will continue to remain closed to pupils and students next week. This means that all learners will continue to study at home using online lessons until their planned return on Monday the 18th January 2021.
Whilst once again being disappointed with this decision, I understand the need for a national effort in trying to control the virus and the new variant of COVID-19 which is putting increased strain on all areas of our community including the NHS.
We are still awaiting further advice and guidance from the Government on any future plans.
The school will continue to operate as it has done during previous closures. We will still be open to pupils who a) require additional support as identified by the pastoral teams or b) need to attend school because their parents are critical workers. I urge all parents and carers to contact the school if you wish to send your son or daughter into school over the next two weeks so that we can plan and prepare for their attendance.
The school will continue to provide online lessons and work for all learners until they return to school for face to face lessons.
All pupils eligible to free school meals will continue to receive payments from DCC to cover the costs of these meals whilst they are away from the classroom.
I will write again as soon as I have received further information about any future education changes made by the Government. Any alterations to the planned examinations/ assessments will also be communicated as soon as we receive further instruction. Please contact the school if you have any questions about this latest announcement.
Finally, please remember our school has been a very safe place with very few infections over the past 10 months. When pupils return in the near future, we will continue to be a safe, protective environment for all members of our community.
Regards
Neil Foley - B.Sc. MA.
Pennaeth Headteacher