Christmas donations

We’ve received some lovely donations for our Wrapping Room and Christmas raffles this morning thank you so much to those that have brought things in. We are conscious we ask a lot of our parents, particularly at this time of year, but all the money made from fundraising goes straight back to the children to … Read more

Slow down!

This week has been road safety week.  Statistics show that each day 6 children are killed or seriously injured on roads in the UK.  So, please be extra vigilant to follow the 20mph limit on Llangollen Road and reduce speed to walking pace coming up Tower View.  We hope that our school will never become … Read more

Non Uniform Day

Reminder that it is Non Uniform today for bring a present for the wrapping room. Thank you

Christmas Fayre this Sunday!

Kiddies World are holiday their Christmas Fayre this Sunday in our newly refurbished Activity Centre.  There’ll be lots of stalls to stock up on early gifts, along with a grotto, games and fun festivities.  All details are on the attached or contact them directly or the school office for further information.

Christmas Fair

We are busy preparing for the school Christmas Fair, which will take place on Wednesday 3rd December at 3:15pm in school. The Christmas Fair has always been our most successful fundraising event of the year, and we would love to see as many of you as possible there. Non-Uniform Day – Friday 21st November In … Read more

Non-uniform day

We are busy preparing for the school Christmas Fair, which will take place on Wednesday 3rd December at 3:15pm in school. The Christmas Fair has always been our most successful fundraising event of the year, and we would love to see as many of you as possible there. Non-Uniform Day – Friday 21st November In … Read more

Children in Need

Thank you so much for donations on ParentPay to Children in Need.  ParentPay aren’t taking any commission for the use of their platform for the charity so every £1 you pledge goes straight to supporting disadvantaged children and young people across our country.   We don’t yet know the total raised but can see that there … Read more

Tomorrow….

Hi everyone! I am just posting a quick message on behalf of the school council. Tomorrow, for Children in Need, the children are all invited to wear non-uniform or pjs.  Upon the request of the school council the children are also allowed to bring a toy tomorrow too!  As always, no electronics are allowed and … Read more

Girls football cancelled

Unfortunately, tomorrow’s tournament has been cancelled due to weather warnings. I will keep you updated to as and when it will be rearranged.

Communications to school

Bore da, Please can we remind everyone that absences need to be reported to school by 9.30am using the absence line on the school phone (01978 820616).  Please do not use Seesaw for this purpose. If you need to collect your child during the school day, it is important that you let the school office … Read more

Mrs Owen

We are delighted to be welcoming back Mrs Owen at the beginning of December. Mrs Owen has previously worked at our school as a long-term supply teaching assistant, and we’re very pleased to have her rejoining the team in this role. She will be working with our Year 1 and Year 2 children to support their learning. Mrs … Read more

Parking

Please note that the staff car park is being reduced in size. As a result, visitors and parents will need to use the outside car park or the council car parks at the bottom of the road. We understand that parking around Ysgol Acrefair can be challenging, so we kindly ask everyone to be considerate … Read more

Rememberance Day

We were very proud of our School Council representatives who read out the names and laid the poppy wreath at the Cefn Mawr Cenotaph on Sunday, in remembrance of all those who fought in both World Wars and in conflicts since. Thank you, children — you represented our school with dignity and respect.

Fencing

Please note that the Council have informed us that they will be starting the new fencing tomorrow, therefore the staff car park gates will be closed from tomorrow morning. Please let Mrs Antobus know if you are a blue badge holder and require parking. Many thanks for your understanding.

Netball cancelled.

Due to the unpredictable weather, we have cancelled today’s netball after school. We have also decided to cancel the club until after Christmas due to the dark afternoons/evenings.  Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. 

Donations are now open for Children in Need 2025

All ParentPay accounts now have the option to donate to Children in Need.  We are inviting children to come into school on Friday in non-uniform/PJs for a donation.   ParentPay are working with the charity to donate the money direct to them so we won’t be taking cash in classes on Friday. Give whatever you can … Read more

New Fencing

We are installing new fencing to ensure that the children at Acrefair School are safeguarded at all times. To support a smooth and safe start to the school day during this work, the staff car park will be closed. If you are a Blue Badge holder, please contact the school office, and Mrs Antobus will … Read more

BINS

We are currently having new drainage installed in the area of the new bin compound. In the meantime, the bins will be temporarily relocated to the old bin compound. Please note that this is only a temporary arrangement. Thank you for your understanding.