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Matilda and Myla loved performing in London with Koko Dance Academy. Da iawn chi 
Years 3, 4 and 6 join The Forget Me Not Chorus for a live music lesson on Thursday morning. We had fantastic fun and look forward to raising money for this amazing cause during our Harvest this year. Donations can be made via Arbor. Thank you for your contributions.
11/9/2026
A caring and inclusive school where pupils feel safe, supported and motivated to learn is among the key findings of the latest Estyn inspection of Bishop Childs C.I.W. Primary School in St Mellons.
Inspectors found that nearly all pupils demonstrate positive attitudes to school, behave respectfully and engage purposefully in lessons and wider school life. The report highlights the school's strong working relationships between staff and pupils, its positive learning environment and effective support for children with additional learning needs.
Estyn praised the school's collaborative approach to teaching and learning, noting that many teachers use effective questioning and feedback strategies to deepen pupils' understanding. Inspectors also reported that most pupils read, write and communicate confidently, while developing secure mathematical and digital skills through meaningful learning experiences.
The report recognises the school's positive culture of safeguarding, with inspectors finding that pupils feel safe and confident that staff will support them when needed. Estyn also highlighted effective leadership, strong self-evaluation processes and a successful model of distributed leadership that enables staff to play an active role in driving school improvement.
Headteacher Nicola Price said: “I am extremely proud of our whole school family. This report reflects how our amazing pupils, inspirational staff, dedicated governors and supportive parents work together to provide the very best educational opportunities for all. Staff and governors are also pleased that Estyn agreed with the next steps we had already identified and we’re really looking forward to continuing our ongoing journey of improvement.”
Inspectors made two recommendations to support the school's continued development: providing further opportunities for pupils to apply numeracy skills in authentic contexts across the curriculum and developing pupils as independent creative thinkers.
The report also features a "Spotlight" section recognising the school's collaborative approach to leadership, noting that governors and school leaders have established a strong values-led vision that places the wellbeing of pupils and staff at the heart of the school's work.
Cllr Sarah Merry, Cabinet Member for Education, said: "I am delighted that Estyn has recognised the caring and inclusive environment created at Bishop Childs CIW Primary School and the commitment of staff, governors and leaders to ensuring every child is supported to achieve their potential.
“The report highlights the positive attitudes of pupils, the strong relationships across the school community and the effective support provided for learners, particularly those with additional learning needs. It is also pleasing to see Estyn recognise the school's strong leadership and culture of continuous improvement.”
Cwtch 6 joined other leavers from the Monmouth Diocese for a wonderful celebration service at Newport Cathedral
Congratulations to Emaya, whose cheerleading team won the PowerUp Sumer Surge Competitionin in Builth Wells
Matilda's been at it again! This time, she's been performing at the National Entertainment Awards at the O2. Her dance group received the golden buzzer and will now compete at the national finals in 2027. Da iawn, Matilda!
Day 1 - Long Distance Run - a brilliantly competitive set of races this year. Not an easy run but everyone pushed hard through to the finish line. Da iawn, bawb.
The Obstacle Course
Day 2 - Skipping
PS3 Exploration of the plants and animals found in the microhabitats of Cefn Onn
Primrose is showing us all how to be an ethical citizen by completing a 5-mile walk in aid of St David's Hospice.
Llongyfarchiadau, Primrose!
Diolch to all our volunteers who supported MYLA’s litter pick, helping to keep our school and local area clean, safe and welcoming for everyone.
Progression Step 2 Parent Showcasse - Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate all the hard work that the children have done during the Spring Term. A thoroughly enjoyable context with memories made that will last for a very long time!
We're so proud of the Bishop Childs Mitres once again. At Cardiff Met today, their performance epitomised our school values. Despite narrowly missing out on retaining the Cardiff and Vale Champions Trophy that they won last year, they did manage to beat eventual winners and perennial rivals, Llysfaen. Congratulations to captain Ruben and the rest of the squad.
Nice run by Jack...
Progression Step 3 Showcase: Exploring our learning journey as we answer our big question - Does resilience make us strong?
Matilda has had a busy few weeks taking part in a production of Disney's Aladdin. Da iawn, Matilda!
Easter bonnet parade, what an eggtraordinary sight!
Cardiff Met has been really impressed with the success of the Bishop Childs Mitres, and not just with the on-field success. The values of our flag football team match the values of our school and this has got us noticed at the tournaments we've played in. Dan brought us new tags and balls to help us prepare for the defence of our regional title next month. He and the media team at Cardiff Met will be returning in the summer term to do a mini documentary about the Bishop Childs Mitres. Updates to follow ...
Today some of our Cwtch 5 and 6 artists shared their work with pupils from other local schools as part of an Expressive Arts celebration event. They represented our school excellently!
Congratulations to Emaya, whose cheerleading team came FIRST in their spring competition. Da iawn!
Our Red Nose Day Joke Book - Enjoy Laughing Out Loud
Da iawn, Ariana!
We enjoyed a wonderful Eucharist service with Father Anthony. Massive thanks and da iawn to everyone who helped make it so special.
A huge thank you to everyone who raised money for the School Council’s sponsored event. This photograph was taken before the midday cut off on Friday and we’re very pleased to say that the final total raised is £1,044! The school council will now work with the school’s senior leadership team to purchase a range of books for the school. Diolch yn fawr, pawb!
We had an incredible time at the Spring Term Clwb Cwtch. Please join us for our summer term Clwb Cwtch on June 3rd. The more the merrier !
Congratulations to St David’s for winning this year’s Eisteddfod and Dimitrios for becoming The Bard 2026!
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Da iawn a diolch! Myla is ahowing us all how to be an ethical citizen. She's taking care of our local area by organising her own litter pick after school.
Our school council met Polina from Service Design Solutions today. They kindly donated science and engineering books for our classroom libraries.
In Cwtch Un, we started the new term with a locality immersion week. We have been exploring features and services within our local area through role play, map work, and writing activities. We also went on a walk to St Mellons Library and Hub and located all of the other features we had been looking at along the way.
In Reception we have been exploring 'Cynefin' and our locality. We have created our own maps of the school and explored the story behind the Welsh flag. We have enjoyed making Welsh cakes and taking part in Welsh traditions.
In Year 4, 5 and 6 we started the term by immersing ourselves in life during World War Two as we become ‘Children at War’. To experience what life was really like, we have created a blackout classroom, received our own ration books to collect rations, and mapped the journey from London to the Welsh countryside as part of the evacuation experience.
In Cwtch 2 and Cwtch 3, we started the term by trying to build the strongest tall tower. We competed in teams and learned how being resilient is a real strength when working in teams to solve problems. Wait until you see what we do with these skills this term!
It’s Pantomime time... Oh yes it is!
Matilda enjoyed performing at her Koko Dance Academy Christmas show. We're all very proud of her!
Our pupils proudly wore their Healthy Harry and Ethical Eric capes as they worked together to help our caretaker and support our school community
World Children's Day - 20th November 2025
Nia from Waterstones helped our Faith and Values Ambassadors to selext books for their reading project
Thank you for joining us for our Remembrance Service
Harvest 2025 - Jesus said, "There is more happiness in giving than in receiving." We are helping to raise money for The Guide Dogs Puppy Appeal
We were so pleased to welcome Carol and Jackie, and their guide dogs Jason and Dane.
Watch Jason take Carol to the door. What an AMAZING dog!
We were keen to ask lots of questions...
...and couldn't wait to give them a pat :)
School Senedd
2025-2026
Our First Plenary in The Siambr
We have learned about Walter Tull - Walter played many roles throughout his short life: a brother, a son, an orphan, a footballer, a soldier, an officer and, finally, a war hero. At every stage he had to overcome adversity and challenges - obstacles he refused to let define him.
Thank you to everyone who contributed poems and came along to the launch of the Black History Cymru 365 event on Saturday 27th September at St Fagan's Museum. It was a great celebration of Black history through culture, performances, and more.
Haikus to Celebrate our Heroes of History
Cwtch 6 took part in a wonderful question and answer session with Archbishop Cherry today. Diolch o galon, Archbishop Cherry!
We wore our superhero capes as we played Welsh games in a team and learnt about each other.
