Latest News from St Martin's School
I am pleased to inform you that from 4th July, as part of our extensive renovations at St Martin's School we will be refurbishing the girls toilets and washroom facilities.
Whilst these toilets are out of use, additional toilet facilities will be provided.
Mr L Jarvis, Headteacher
Unfortunately due to predicted bad weather sports day will be cancelled on 28th June. However it will now be held on the Reserve Sports Day date of Thursday 7th July
Students at St Martin’s School, Caerphilly decided to think globally and take part in the ‘Send My Friend to School’ campaign. This year the campaign focused on raising awareness of the 37 million children in school as a result of war, crisis and natural disasters. Year 9 students asked the school “to help us change people’s lives,” by showing video clips, making a back pack and writing messages to world leaders. As part of the campaign’s day of action on 24th June, these messages have now been sent to Wayne David MP.
On 18th June, Mr Barnett, Miss Conway, Ms Talbot & Miss Owen took on the hugely challenging and unforgettable Welsh 3 Peaks challenge. Supported by Mrs Ryan (driver) and Ms Donovan (cook extraordinaire!) they scaled Snowdon, Cadair Idris & Pen Y Fan all within 15 hours to raise money for Ty Hafan Children's Hospice. Thanks to all who have sponsered them so far. If you would like to donate, please visit: www.justgiving.com/St-Martins-School-3PEAKS
Please see the attached mock exam timetable for Year 10 students starting Monday 27th June.
We offer a warm welcome to parents to come to see their children participate in
St Martin’s School Sports day on Thursday 7th July at 10am - weather permitting!
We are hoping for good weather so please make sure your child has suntan cream and a hat.
Unfortunately we can’t accommodate parking on site.
All parents are asked to walk up the Rectory Road entrance to the school where they will be directed to the school field and receive a visitor badge.
If you need to enter the school building to use the toilet facilities please go to the Main Reception entrance.
Good luck to Mrs Barnett, Mr Barnett, Miss Talbot, Miss Owen, Miss Ryan and Miss Donovan who are braving the 3 Welsh Peaks Challenge. If you would like to sponsor out St Martin's team please follow the link below:
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Our year 10 girls had the opportunity to spend a day working with Yr 2 apprentices on 27th May. The aim of the day was to encourage girls to consider careers in the world of engineering and to study the STEM subjects. The girls participated in a variety of activities throughout the day. These involved building a tower with spaghetti, marsh mallows and tape, building a rocket, building a chair from party balloons to name but a few. All who attended thoroughly enjoyed the day with many saying they would now consider career in engineering.
Please see the first edition of the PTA Newsletter attached.
On Friday, 10th June a number of enthusiastic Year 9 pupils volunteered to help raise money for Ty Hafan Children's Hospice by holding a cake sale for all pupils and staff. As the crowds gathered, their sales skills were rapidly put to the test and they succeeded in raising £142 for the charity. Well done everyone!
At St. Martin's School we are committed to ensuring all members of our school community are digitally confident and competent and have a willingness to embrace cultural change to positively impact all learners.
I am pleased to share the following timeline of our progress to date and the exciting plans ahead as we move for forward on our digital journey. As parents, carers, students and stakeholders it is important you are aware of the transformation we are currently pursuing that will influence our young people and enhance their learning experiences.
The future...
Fitness Classes, Eco Project, and Drop in Sessions arranged by our Family Project!