We are a small school but a very big part of the community in Fochriw so are proud to share our journey and achievements.

• High Sheriff Special Recognition Award

  Fri 26 Mar 2021

  We are very pleased to receive this award for providing excellent teaching provision during exceptional circumstances.

   

  It has been a challenging year for all school staff but we found new ways to reach out our young learners at home in what has also been a challenging time for them. 

  

• Super Sixth Science Week at Fochriw Primary School

  Fri 26 Mar 2021 CCBC

  Fochriw Primary School recently marked the sixth annual British Science Week, a celebration of everything that is science.

   

  The week was strategically planned with curriculum design focusing on ambitious capable learners with fun and innovation at the heart of the provision.  It needed careful consideration with Foundation Phase children and children at the 'Hub' on site and the remainder of children working at home.  Rising to the challenge, the school put on an incredible feast of 'Scientific Superness' so the children did not miss out on the annual event.

   

  British Science Week kick started with a science show from 'Scientific Sue', a virtual supermarket science experience.  An exciting week unfolded with practical problem solving, participation in the Crest Awards, a virtual trip to a Water Treatment Works and a wealth of virtual visitors. The visitors who inspired the young scientists at Fochriw Primary School included a doctor, Xbox engineer, a cyber security expert and medical researcher at the cutting edge of Coronavirus vaccine research!

   

  Miss Johns, Science Lead Teacher at Fochriw Primary School said "The children enjoyed the challenges British Science Week brought.  Although it has been slightly different this year, it has nonetheless been deemed a great success.  The focus of questioning and problem solving ensures our young scientists are nurtured from an early age".