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Criccieth: Making boats

This week we worked in teams to design a boat, make a boat and test our boats. We had to include space for cargo to go on the boat. We then added cubes to the boat to see how much cargo it could carry. Several boats were successful and managed to hold up to 50 … Read more

Castell Conwy: Trip to BeWILDerwood

We had a fantastic day at BeWILDerwood! The children were an absolute credit to our school, showing excellent behaviour, kindness and enthusiasm throughout the day. We certainly climbed our hearts out, explored, laughed and challenged ourselves on all the amazing play structures. It was a day full of adventure, teamwork and lots of happy memories. … Read more

Castell Conwy: making a storm

Today we have been making a storm! We have been making a storm in a jar, and the children learnt how rain formed. They have been making a lighthouse to withstand a storm. They have been making wind and experimenting with different materials to see which travels the furthest.

Castell Conwy: Making a half

We have been busy making halves and applying our maths through our topic when making Mr Grinling the lighthouse keepers lunch.

Dosbarth Criccieth: Float or sink?

Today we went into Forest School to help the Chief Water Engineer. He had a problem with different boats sinking, so we investigated which items sank and which floated. We also had a try at making something that would float using a sheet of tin foil. We made predictions, tested the materials and then discussed … Read more

Dosbarth Criccieth: Water Engineers

This week we started our new topic: Salish, Splash, Splosh! The Great Aqueduct Challenge! Children walked into class where they found a number of items and a letter asking them to train as Water Engineers. We looked through the items and discussed what we could be learning about. We read the letter and accepted out … Read more

Dosbarth Criccieth: Planet Protectors

This week we brought our Planet Protectors topic to a close. Throughout the project, the children have taken part in mini missions both at home and at school, recording their efforts in their Planet Protector passports. We were very proud to see that every child took part, with each completing at least three missions—and one even managed … Read more

Newsletter: June 2026

Please find attached our newsletter for June 2026     Kind regards  Mrs Beth Rolls June-26-Newsletter.pdf

Castell Conwy: counting coins

We have been learning to recognise coins and counting different amounts. We have been singing five currant buns and the children have coloured currant buns for their bakery.

News: Parent Governor Vacancy

An exciting opportunity to make a difference! We are looking for a Parent Governor to join our Governing Body.