Insport Series Events News
Insport Series events provide inclusive sporting opportunities for disabled adults and young people across Wales. they are holding an event at Pembroke Leisure Centre. Please go to https://insportseries.co.uk for more info and to book a place.
Online Internet Safety Search – for Children
Please take a look at the following info about keeping your children safe on the internet – these are great child-friendly search engines. Click the images to take you to the website….
Marloes Class Forest Schools Outing
Marloes class had a busy day on Tuesday 23rd April! We went to our off-site Forest School location. We started off with a warm-up game, collected twigs, sticks, and logs for the fire. Pupils made a hot drink, taking it in turns to use the Kelly kettle.
After lunch we split into two groups, one collected logs to be cut into 30cm lengths for the log store, the second group went on a mini beast hunt. Throughout the day pupils used ICT to identify the different wild flowers, fungi, and bugs that they found.
Dolphin Class Forest Schools Outing
Dolphin Class had a busy day on Tuesday 16th April! We started the morning with outside play and circle time. We went outside to the Sensory garden and took part in a Forest Schools session. We did a minibeast hunt; we found worms, woodlouse, and Green Cellar slugs just to name a few.
We went on caterpillar hunt and finished off the session with free play. In the afternoon we split into two groups some had a Tacpac session and others painted The Hungry Caterpillar!
Caterpillar Fun in Starfish!
Starfish class have been having fun exploring their Topic “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” this week
(15th – 19th April 2024)
Whitesands Flower Growing Competition
Whitesands Class are having a Sunflower growing competition last week
(15th – 19th April 2024)
They’ve been busy planting their flowers
Puffin class enjoyed planting peas in the fresh air
(During last week 15th – 19th April 2024)
Litter picking Options Group
The Keep Wales Tidy litter picking group collected lots of litter from Haverfordwest Racecourse last week (17th April 2024).
Well done everyone!
Busy Week for Newgale Class!
(15th – 19th April 2024)
Newgale class have been very busy this week:
We’ve prepared salad, been on the trampoline for rebound therapy, created nature sun catchers, completed yoga daily and danced to the song of the week!
Whale Class Brilliant Boxercise
Another great boxing session last week (18th April 2024)
with Christopher Mcewen of ABCBoxWise Disability Boxing
Fintastic fishing Fun!
Pupils from Caldey and Ramsey class have had the best time fishing!
(12th April 2024)
A very big thankyou for the excellent coaching we have received from PFAC :: Pembrokeshire Federation of angling coaches, We can’t wait for our next visit!
Wonderful Weekly Music With Wendy!
Starfish Class always have so much fun in their music sessions!
If you go down to the woods today….
Sandy Haven class visited Withybush woods last week (9th – 12th April 2024).
We looked at the changes to the environment following a previous visit.
Pupils used an app ‘iSeek’ to help them identify plants and flowers that they did not recognise. We watched a dog jump into the water chasing a ball which pupils’ thought was great fun!
First Trek of the Term!
Wednesday 10th April 2024
Our DofE Silvers and Golds were out yesterday for their first training session of the half term. What a wet and soggy day! This did not dampen their spirits! In fact, we were so proud of them – leadership skills, determination, resilience and problem solving all shone through.
Seahorse Class First Day Back Fun!
Seahorse had such a fun day painting with cars and brushes on the first day back!
Tuesday 9th April 2024
Safeguarding Conference
Students from Grassholm and Skomer class attended a Junior Safeguarding Conference in Milford Haven. They took part in various workshops linked to abuse, consent, relationships and self-esteem. As always the students were a credit to Portfield school.
A huge thank you to the Junior safeguarding committee who raised funds for our delicious lunch from The bearded chefs!
Happy Easter Everyone from Starfish!
Starfish have had a fun packed week celebrating Easter. They have created outstanding Easter art, have enjoyed a chocolate egg Easter hunt and have tasted or experienced Eater buns, biscuits and flapjacks. Have a lovely Easter from everyone in Starfish.
Starfish Easter Dancers!
As part of the school’s initiative for staff and pupils to dance to a song a day, Starfish staff and pupils have been embracing it!
Portfield Woodland Warriors
We’ve Been Branching Out and Going Back to Our Roots!
During the week commencing 18th March, our Woodland Warriors went to our off-site location Jamie’s Woods. We recapped the fire safety rules before lighting the fire.
One of the pupils lit the fire using a flint and steel, we all took it in turns to add wood to the fire, another pupil used an axe to cut wood into kindling size pieces.
We made hot drinks, before we put up a shelter, next time we will have a go at tying knots. For lunch we made our own bacon sandwiches, which were amazing.
Before leaving we extinguished the fire and tidied up our site.
Y Porth pupils have been super busy this week!
(Week commencing 18th March 2024)
Check out our photos below….
Arrrrggh!!!! Seahorse had a blast on Pirate Day!
DofE Certificates Awards Assembly
Some photos from our Duke of Edinburgh Celebration Assembly on Friday 15th March to give out Bronze and Silver Certificates. Thank you to all the parents who attended. Thank you also to Dave Sommerville, the Duke of Edinburgh Award Manager for Pembrokeshire, who came to speak at the Assembly and give out the Certificates.
Well done everyone!
Check out their photos below:
Seahorse class tried lots of new fruit and veggies last week
(During week 11th – 15th March)
Whitesands Pembroke Castle Trip
Whitesands class had a fantastic time during last week (11th – 15th March)
on their trip to Pembroke Castle
Freestyle Wellbeing art
In Skomer class we had a wellbeing arts session,
doing a bit of freestyle drawing and painting!
Cracking Cricket – More News!
Portfield table cricket team made it through to the final! We were super unlucky losing 101-104 against Heronsbridge in the final!
2nd place in our first ever table cricket tournament!
Pupils have been fantastic and are excited to show their medals!
Seahorse Have Been Busy Bees!
Seahorse class had so much fun making our Bee Bots go during last week (11th – 15th March)
The Silver DofE group and Woodland Warriors joined forces yesterday! We had a great day out at Milford Marina and our groups dealt with very tricky terrain. Well done, everyone!
The girls have been working hard and their tea break was well earnt in Trysorau today
(14th March 2024)
Newgale Crew – Sensory Story ‘Shabang’
Newgale had lots of fun on Wednesday afternoon 13th March 2024, Rachel from Nolton class came and did a sensory story for us. We had lots of fun in ‘Shabang’!
OFishal News straight from the OfFish
The pupils from Ramsey and Caldey class have had an amazing time fishing over the past couple of weeks and have caught some beautiful fish.
A big thankyou to the PFAC team for their excellent help and encouragement.
(photos below from Tuesday 12th March 2024)
Cracking Cricket!
(Wednesday Morning, 13th March 2024)
Our Portfield table-cricket team are all prepped and ready to go!….
“Cardiff, here we come!“
We had a great time!
We were through to the finals by lunchtime!….
Bunny Business!
Lily and Callum made these brilliant Easter craft bunnies in Norman Industries
(7th March 2024)
It was a fun packed week in Starfish class!
(4th – 8th February 2024)
Y Porth World Book Day Activities
Y Porth have been very busy for World Book Day (Thursday, 7th Mar 2024).
We have been reading with peers, exploring the library and learning about the Dewey decimal system that all libraries use.
We then made character masks.
Ramsey World Book Day 2024 Activities
Ramsey class had some World book day fun!
We made hungry caterpillars from wraps, we chose books to take home, we chose a story for Mrs Stewart to read and then we watched some stories from Mr Hewitt.
Exercise Buddies – Pembrokeshire are running an inclusive multi-sport drop in session.
Please see posters below for details.
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Puffin’s Perfect Pot Preparation
In Puffin class, we prepared flower pots for our market day stall.
We sold them all to our friends in Lower School
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Seahorse class enjoyed making scones for our Welsh Market stall this week
Updates from the Taith group Sweden Visit
Day 4 News (7th March 2024)
-The last update from Taith group although there are plenty of more incredible photos to follow!
-After an early breakfast the group headed to Stockholm Arlanda. The pupils were superb going through the bag drop and security. The flight was a good one and arrived on time.
-We are now heading back to Haverfordwest on the coach after an adventure of a lifetime.
Check out our 5th set of photos below!
Key-stage 3 Classes had a great time celebrating the Eisteddfod and St David’s day
(Friday 1st March 2024)
Busy Welsh Week for Starfish Class
(26th February – 1st March 2024)
Starfish class were busy making daffodil and dragon crafts for Welsh Week.
Some pupils made Welsh cakes and Bara Brith and have decorated biscuits
Welsh Week News from Y Porth
(26th February – 1st March 2024)
Y Porth pupils have been busy celebrating St Davids Day by following instructions to make cawl and Welsh cakes. Also they have been creating crafts from recycled material.
Mae disgyblon Y Porth wedi bod yn brysur yn dathlu Dydd Gwyl Dewi gan gwneud cawl a picau ar y maen. Hefyd mae’r disgybion wedi bod yn creu gwaith celf yn defnyddio itemau ailgylchu
Y Porth pupils have been busy celebrating St Davids Day by following instructions to make cawl and Welsh cakes. Also they have been creating crafts from recycled material.
Y Porth pupils have been busy celebrating Dewi Festival Day by making paws and kicks on the field. The pupils have also been creating art work using recycled items
Check out our photos below:
Seahorse ‘Sensory Garden’ fun
Seahorse class always has so much fun playing in the sensory garden!
Updates from the Taith group Sweden Visit
Day 4 News (7th March 2024)
-We headed to the ice hockey stadium and took part in a cross country skiing session. It was great fun and everyone did a great job.
-We then went to Jalla school where they have a range of animals and farm equipment The pupils enjoyed learning about the animals and the machines. Our Swedish friends then hosted an afternoon tea. We had a nice chat, drink and some beautiful cakes.
-The group ended the afternoon by going to the shops to buy some souvenirs.
-Swedish meatballs this evening after packing our bags. A great fourth day in Sweden!
Day 3 News (6th March 2024)
-Another beautiful day in Sweden!
-After breakfast the group travelled 30 minutes to the nature school, a beautiful area surrounded by woodland and lakes Here we went for a walk and had some burgers on the fire We went to a bird viewing platform to see some local wildlife.
-Afterwards we travelled to school to meet our friends for fika – a drink and cake. We then went into the centre of Uppsala to see the beautiful cathedral
-The pupils have had a wonderful day in the sunshine. We are heading back to our accommodation for food and some social time.
Check out our 3rd set of photos below!
Options Group Learn About Animal Care
(Wednesday 6th March 2024)
Our Options group have been learning all about animal care… with a little help from the school guinea pigs and the therapy dog!
Puffin Class loved seeing the Therapy dog.
(Wednesday 6th March 2024)
He’s always a welcome visitor!!
More News from the Portfield School Taith Team!
Day 2 News (5th March 2024)
From our staff and students in Sweden on the Taith project!
-After a good sleep the group had a lovely Swedish breakfast which included cinnamon rolls After this we headed to the frozen lake for some sledging on the ice.
-After this we had some chill time in the “Köta” a hut with lovely calming music and a roaring fire.
-We then went outside for some hot-dogs cooked on an outside fire.
-After a short journey we went to fryskollen for fika with our friends along with a Swedish lesson.
-We ended the afternoon at the leisure centre where we played a range of games including the running bikes, boccia, bowling and wheelchair rugby.
-We have returned to Tallkrogen where we will be cooking an evening meal of Spaghetti Bolognese. A superb day had by all!
Check out our 2nd set of photos below!
News just in from the Portfield School Taith Team!
We have 10 students and 9 staff travelling to Sweden to meet our Swedish partners in Fyrisskolan, Uppsala. It’s the first time travelling by plane for some of our students, so you can imagine the levels of excitement. We’re very grateful to Taith for the funding for this incredible opportunity!
Here’s the update from the Taith Sweden group:
Day 1 News (4th March 2024)
-After a very early start the group left Portfield at 4.30am for the first leg of the journey to Sweden. The group stopped en route in Magor services for breakfast and then headed to Heathrow.
-It was a fantastic experience for all of the pupils as the group moved through the baggage drop and security. The pupils took all of this in their stride and were excellent throughout.
-An excited group headed onto the plane and after a few initial nerves we made our way to Stockholm Arlanda. Part of the group even met the pilot in the cockpit!
-After a gentle flight we took the short journey to the beautiful accommodation at Tallkrogen for a pizza tea. After a long day the pupils are ready for their bedtime routines and a good night’s sleep.
Check out our first set of photos below!
Keep Wales Tidy!
Our ‘Keeping Wales Tidy’ Options group had a busy morning litter picking at Haverfordwest Racecourse
(During the week starting 26th February 2024)
Grassholm class did some wonderful folk dancing during Welsh Week (26th February – 1st March!
Da iawn!
Puffin Class themed Bucket Time for Welsh Week
Puffin class had a themed Bucket Time for Welsh Week starting Monday 26th February.
We enjoyed our art sessions and wearing a traditional Welsh hat!
World Book Day ‘Book Share‘ at Portfield School
World Book Day – Pupils are invited to bring a book to swap or come along and take a book to enjoy, starting Wednesday 6th March
Starfish class have been exploring sand as part of their work on the Shirley Hughes poem ‘Sand‘
(Week starting 26th February 2024)
Our amazing Silver DofE group out on their first training walk.
(During the week commencing 19th February)
What a team! Even the awful weather didn’t stop them!
Check out their pictures below (tap to view full-size):
Carers Trust Crossroads West Wales help carers to access grants
for free short breaks and self-care activities
Wise Whales Were Working Well!
Whale Class have been working hard in literacy and numeracy this week
(picture from this week starting 26th February)
Whale Class Pancake Pleasure!
St David’s Day Themed Menu
Please see info below from our school kitchen regarding
The St David’s Day themed menu on Friday 1st March
Seahorse had fun celebrating Wales by making Welsh cakes!
{Wednesday 21st February}
Puffin Painters!
Another fun Bucket Time activity in Puffin Class on Wednesday 21st February.
We ‘Roller-ball’ painted a daffodil!
The Torch Youth Theatre in Milford is a great way for young people to build confidence and have fun! Youth Theatre
Portfield’s Got Talent!
Our very talented pupil Caitlyn is performing in Replica at The Torch Theatre this week (Thursday 22nd – Saturday 24th February 2024). Tap on the Torch Theatre logo above for more information!
Broad Haven class had a busy day on 6th February
We started by doing cookery and then had a ‘Marine Sensory’ session with Darwin Centre
Portfield School on the Radio!
Following the Education Minister’s visit, Pure West Radio will be broadcasting interviews with staff, pupils and Mr Miles on:
Monday 12th Feb between 7 – 9:30am at half past the hour.
Please listen in to hear all about the exciting activities pupils and staff have been involved in thanks to funding from the TAITH project!
You can listen live by tapping below:
Amazing Weekly ‘Motomed’ Bike Sessions
Some of our pupils have been enjoying their weekly sessions on the Motomed bike. We are seeing how far we can travel Thank you to The Friends of Portfield School for funding it
Lily and Rhys have worked really hard in Norman Industries this half term to create some brilliant craft items
Caldey Darwin Science Experience
Caldey class have been busy during the week starting 5th February, doing lots of science! We had a great time learning about the ocean with Darwin Science and Noa tried out some of his own science experiments in class
Marloes class took part in the Darwin experience
They had fun being scientists for the afternoon! They looked at Mermaid’s purses, seaweed & items collected in a litter pick which we then used to make art. Pupils really enjoyed tasting the seaweed snacks!
Marloes Visited Broad Haven!!!!
Marloes class went to Broad Haven Beach this morning (Wednesday 7th February). We wrote messages on pebbles for our loved ones and those close to us then threw these in to the waves
Families Support Network Notice
We would like to remind you that Darren Gilbert of Pembrokeshire Families’ Support Network will be in school on Thursday 8th February for drop in sessions.
Please note this is not our regular Family Forum event – a date will be given after half term for the next Family Forum
Big Thank You to Darwin Centre Science
Our pupils have had an amazing experience learning about the marine environment, thanks for coming into school Darwin Centre
Check out all our pictures in the gallery below
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Emily is 18 on Monday 5th February 2024!
ASD Family Help News
ASD Family Help – Pembrokeshire are having a cinema event in half term. To book your place please email Kim@asdfamilyhelp.org
Skomer Class Enjoyed Darwin Science Visit
Skomer Class having an amazing interactive session with Darwin Science today (Tuesday 6th February), learning about our Sea Life and trying seaweed crisps!
Minister for Education Visits Our School
The Minister for Education and Welsh Language, Mr Jeremy Miles MS enjoyed visits to two Haverfordwest schools on Friday, February 2nd. Mr Miles visited Haverfordwest High VC School and Portfield School, taking in tours of both school sites and meeting pupils, staff and local education leaders.
Haverfordwest High VC School was officially opened by HRH The Princess Royal in October 2022. The school was jointly funded by Pembrokeshire County Council and Welsh Government under its Sustainable Communities for Learning Programme. The school caters for 1500 pupils aged 11-16 and 250 Sixth Form students.
At Haverfordwest High, Mr Miles was welcomed by Headteacher Jane Harries, Pembrokeshire County Council’s Director of Education Steven Richards-Downes and Preseli Pembrokeshire MS Paul Davies and Chair of Governors Mrs Christine Williams. Mr Miles was then given a tour of the impressive facilities by Head Girl Cerys Foss and Head Boy Troy Goodridge, including a visit to a School Council Meeting.
Mr Miles later visited Portfield School, which provides education for pupils with statements of special educational needs aged 2-19. Mr Miles met the school’s Senior Leadership Team plus Head Girl Celyn Sollis and Head Boy Lewis Edwards, and enjoyed a brief tour of the school. This included visiting the location of the proposed new build for the Primary phase school and Sixth Form block.
Mr Miles also took the opportunity to speak with pupils and staff involved in the Taith project, Wales’ international learning exchange. Portfield pupils and staff enjoyed a visit to Bruges in Belgium last year and are already planning the next trip to Sweden.
Following the visits, Mr Miles said “It was fantastic to see the impressive new Haverfordwest High School, and it was a real pleasure to hear and see first-hand how the school is giving learners an innovative platform for learning and a supportive environment to help them reach their potential.
“In Portfield School, I heard from pupils and staff about their recent Taith trips to Belgium and Sweden, and how the experience has helped build confidence, broaden horizons, and grow aspirations. It really is heartening to see the impact Taith is having, enabling us to break down barriers to international exchange and opening up opportunities for all.”
Mrs Harries, Headteacher of Haverfordwest High VC School and Executive Headteacher of Portfield School, said: “We shared with Mr Miles the many ways in which the school supports our pupils in what continues to be an increasingly challenging society. He was able to talk to staff and pupils who explained how our school is now providing much more than the academic education required which was vital for pupils, how the school has adjusted to the requirements of the ALN Bill and how their Asymmetric Week arrangements facilitated professional development and cluster collaboration”
Amazing Lego Artwork!
(week starting 5th February)
Here are some pictures of our fantastic Lego works of art that have brightened up the staff room in 6th form block
Students on DofE Complete Their Walk Three!
Check out all our pictures below from Walk 3
Also, Credit must go to Alex, our Gold DofE student, on his excellent mentoring skills.
One more walk to go before expeditions in June!
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Whitesands Boxercise With Chris
(4th February 2024)
Trysorau Charity Shop – Employees of The Month
Well done to Warren and Jessica who got January’s employee of the month at Portfield Trysorau charity shop!
Busy Day for Skomer Class
Skomer class had a busy day last week learning rugby skills with Haverfordwest High VC School, a trip to do some woodwork at Norman Industries and a shopping trip
(week commencing 29th January)
Y Porth Interactive Whiteboard Skills
Last week (29th Jan – 2nd Feb) Y Porth used their interactive whiteboard for numeracy
Y Porth pupils have been taking part in Wheelchair Yoga
(friday 2nd February)
Puffin Stained Glass Window Artwork
(week commencing 22nd January)
Puffin class loved making dragon ‘stained glass windows’ in Art as part of our ‘Legends of Wales’ project. Thanks to Donna for the fab idea!
Lots of work happening behind the scenes in Trysorau Charity shop!
Busy Week for Starfish!
(week commencing 22nd January 2024)
Starfish pupils have had lots of fun this week exploring rhubarb and beetroot, participating in dough disco and exploring curiosity bags
Y Porth Have been busy this past week
(week of 29th January to 2nd February)
We have been busy cooking, working in the charity shop
….and celebrating ‘Dydd Santes Dwynwen‘
Newgale Virtual Reality Boxercise
Dosbarth Newgale yn mwynhau bocsio gyda Chris
Newgale class enjoying boxercise sessions with Chris
Amazing Boxercise Session for Marloes
Marloes class had another amazing Boxercise session on Thursday 1st February 2024 with Chris McEwen!
Seahorse Gymnastics
Our very own Olympic gymnast Adele, taught Seahorse class gymnastics!
(Thursday 1st February 2024)
If you go down to the woods today….
Whitesands class went searching for dragons in Withybush Woods today!
(Thursday 1st February)
Busy at Norman Industries
Lewis and Charlie have been really busy at Norman Industries making these amazing wooden ornaments.
Da iawn!
Grassholm Class Enterprise Club Jackets
Our pupils in Grassholm class make delicious jacket potato lunches for Enterprise Club every Tuesday. They’re very popular with staff!
….check out their pics below!
Ahoy There Mateys!
Below you will find some pictures from a busy and exciting week in Nolton Class.
(22nd-26th January 2024)
The pupils have enjoyed making pirate biscuits. They also enjoyed our pirate sensory story and have travelled all the way to Brazil this week! They enjoyed dressing up as pirates and getting into holiday mode on the desert island. This afternoon in Art, we used recycled goods to create and build our pirate ship, which we all enjoyed playing with.
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Starfish Class Studied Oliver’s Vegetables
Starfish pupils enjoyed another fun packed week (22nd-26th January).
They explored the Sensory story Oliver’s Vegetables
Wonderful Woodwork!
A huge well done to Jordan and Jayden who have been working extremely hard at Norman Industries.We are sure that will all agree that the wooden ornaments they are making look superb! Well done to both of you!
Skomer and Grassholm Amazing Rugby Skills
Skomer and Grassholm classes took part in a rugby coaching session led by pupils from HHVCS School on Friday 26th January. Lots of superb skills on show and plenty of fun was had by all!
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Yet another great day of walking on Wednesday for the Bronze DofE group!
5 miles completed in a loop around Haverfordwest and the Fortune’s Frolic!
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Whale Class Numeracy Work
Whale class had a great day on Thursday 25th January working hard on their numeracy and making play dough
(25th January Activities and News)
Whale class baked special biscuits to celebrate St Dwynwen’s Day
Marloes class learned all about the story of St Dwynwen today.
They made a collage heart and and celebrated with special biscuits they baked in class….
Seahorse class have been celebrating S. Dwynwen’s Day!….
St. Dwynwen Day in Newgale Class
Newgale class enjoyed creating cards and biscuits and learning about the St. Dwynwen Day story.
Dosbarth Newgale yn mwynhau creu cardiau a bisgedi a dysgu am stori Diwrnod Santes Dwynwen
Whitesands Topic Work
Charlie and The Chocolate Factory
Whitesands class have been reading Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and making their own chocolate bars!
Starfish Topic Work: ‘Oliver’s Vegetables’
Starfish pupils had fun exploring activities based on their topic ‘Oliver’s Vegetables’.
Week of 22nd – 26th January
They had great fun exploring the vegetable of the week which was spinach!
Dale Class ‘Asdan’ Topic Work
Dale class have been working hard on their ASDAN topic ‘Being Healthy’, finding out about healthy food and trying lots of different types of exercises
Newgale Regulation Bootcamp
Newgale class enjoy daily bootcamp sessions – it gives everyone a chance to regulate and prepare themselves for the day
‘Seahorse Paint Dragon!‘
Staff member Jamie drew a beautiful dragon this week (22nd – 26th January).
Seahorse class really enjoyed painting it!
Whale Class ‘Toys’ Numeracy
24th January 2024
Whale class have been working hard on their numeracy, playing The Toy Shop game and counting money to pay for their toys!
(24th January)
DofE First Walk of The Year!
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Tîm Efydd! Bronze Team!
They did so well – first go at map reading and team spirit already showing!
Whale Class Busy Biscuit Baking!
Whale class have been busy baking chocolate chip biscuits – yum!
Students have been busy in Trysorau shop and warehouse the past week (22nd – 25th January) and we even had donuts and hot chocolate to celebrate Mrs George’s birthday!
Skomer class have been learning all about
Chinese New Year
(Starting Saturday 10th February)
Exciting Bucket time (attention autism activity) painting dragons
(January 2023)
Part of our ‘Legends of Wales’ theme for this term
Snow Day January 18th 2024
Grassholm Class made the most of the snow!
Puffin Snow Day Fun!
Puffin class enjoyed the snow on Thursday 18th January and made their very own Olaf!
Options Group Broad Haven Visit
Wednesday 17th January
Our Options group visited Broad Haven beach for a litter pick and had a lovely morning!
Seahorse class have been learning about the Legends of Wales!
(Week of 15th-19th January 2024)
Seahorse Class had fun last week
(Tuesday 9th-Friday 12th)
Celebrating the New Year!
Puffin Class enjoyed a fun sensory version of the BFG this afternoon!
(Wednesday 17th January 2024)
Starfish pupils have had a busy week!
(8th-12th January 2024)
Our topic is ‘Oliver’s Vegetables’ and this week we have been exploring carrots and had great fun!
Back to boxing for Marloes class!
(Week Commencing Tuesday 9th January 2024)
We have loved coming back to boxing with Chris. This week we have worked on drills, reminding ourselves of what we learned last term and learning new skills, like how to protect our faces and bellies. Then we used the VR headsets to practice our moves against virtual opponents in the ring. We can’t wait for next week!
Puffin Perfection-Music Session!
Puffin enjoyed music on 10th January 2024!
We chose our favourite instruments using a core board
Please come along to our Christmas Fayre this Thursday 5-7pm.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Noa has been working very hard to build the Eiffel Tower out of Lego!
(November 2023)
Isn’t it impressive!
Broad Haven class had great fun creating Firework splat art!
Portfield Movember
Some of our staff members are growing a moustache to support men’s health with Movember this month. These include Mark Williams, Andy Evans, George Clarke, John Evans, Dean Jones, Luke James, Brian Millard, Derrin Gaskel, Jamie Walsh, Richard Morgan, David Davies & Ryan Sheppard.
If you would like to donate to support them, the link to donate is https://buff.ly/3ufNzI2
Puffin class had a lovely time swimming yesterday
(16th October 2023)
Caldey Class had their own ‘Wellbeing Wednesday’ on 8th November 2023
We showed appreciation to our friends during the day, by making each other a friendship bracelet.
It made us all feel very happy!
Lest we forget!
Portfield representatives at the Cenotaph for Remembrance Day 2023
Thank you very much to Lewis, our Head Boy and Celyn, our Head Girl for laying the wreath this morning on behalf of Portfield School. Also, thank you to Ella for attending to represent our Service children and Military families.
Seahorse class did a fantastic job making art fireworks!
(6th November 2023)
‘United Classes’ Wreath Making
Whitesands and Newgale classes enjoyed working together to create our Remembrance wreath for our school assembly
Puffin class loved their Bonfire night sensory story!
Trysorau Christmas Stock Prep!
The boys have been super busy on 10th November 2023, getting our Christmas stock out in Portfield Trysorau.
Be sure to pop in and grab yourself a Christmas bargain!
Marloes Class Boxing Week (6th -10th November 2023)
This week in boxing we have really worked hard on learning different boxing techniques. We learned how to dodge and move our bodies and how to travel backwards and forwards in a proper boxing stance. A special mention to Tomas for his incredible coaching skills – he was super patient and understanding and really impressed everyone with how well he demonstrated the different moves!
Introducing Portfield Trysorau October employees of the month!
Well done Caitlyn and Jordan!
Whale class have loved all things Halloween this week – (23rd-27th October 2023)
We have done some pumpkin printing using apples, we have made Rice Krispie pumpkin treats and we even completed some Numeracy and Literacy Halloween themed tasks!
We hope you all have a lovely half term!
AAC Awareness Months Top tips for October 2023
Just some Top tips for AAC and our wonderful students using all aspects of communication throughout their day #AACawarenessmonth
Seahorse class has been busy this week (23rd-27th October 2023), making chocolate dipped apples and having fun with numbers!
The Art Group enjoyed a visit to Oriel y Parc in St. David’s on 25th October 2023.
They explored work by author Jackie Morris and have come back inspired with ideas for art projects
Starfish Autumn Sensory Assembly October 2023
Starfish pupils really enjoyed exploring the Autumn Sensory Assembly this week. They explored pumpkins, the scent of cinnamon, cloves and enjoyed watching the autumn leaves fall, whilst singing “Autumn leaves are falling down.”
Options Group – Keep Wales Tidy!
They did a litter pick around the school on 25th October 2023!
Grassholm Class visited Good Hook Pumpkins on 27th October 2023
Friday 27th October is World Occupational Therapy day!
We are so lucky to have amazing OT’s working with the pupils at Portfield.
Thank you for everything you do!
Students have been busy in Portfield Trysorau shop and warehouse getting all the winter woolies ready for sale.
Don’t forget to pop in and grab a bargain when you’re in Haverfordwest!
Marloes Class Spooky Boxing
Marloes had a SPOOKY boxing session on 26th October 2023! Seth was our boxing coach today and did a great job taking us through our paces. We did shadow boxing and worked hard on our listening skills. When we finished we played a monster copying game with Chris – we were zombies and vampires and all sorts of things!
We love our sessions with Chris!
New Winter Meals Menu
Please see the new Winter School Meals Menu which starts on Monday November 6th – Week 1
School Essentials Grant
There is a Welsh Government Grant available to families who are on a lower income which can be used for purchasing sports kit:
· £125 per learner
· £200 for learners entering year 7 (to help with increased costs associated with starting secondary school)
· All compulsory school years from reception to year 11 are now eligible
Click below to find out more and apply
Y Porth have been practising their road safety and shopping skills
Christmas Fayre
Please join us at our Christmas Fayre on Thursday 23rd November 5-7pm in the upper site hall.
If you are interested in having a stall at the fayre please ring school (01437 762701) and speak to Sam Harries.
Puffin Pumpkin Volcano
Puffin class made a pumpkin volcano with baking soda and vinegar on Tuesday 24th October
Whale Class Autumn Learning
Whale class have enjoyed learning all about animals that hibernate in the Autumn.
We have loved making the animals out of clay!
We would like to remind you it’s our Family Forum event tomorrow (25th October 10-11am) in our Upper Site Hall. All are welcome
Communication Group Getting Crafty
Communication Group have been loving working together on a Thursday morning getting crafty and using lots of seasonal language on our AAC devices #AACawarenessmonth
Harvest Collection
We will be collecting Harvest donations for Patch Charity and The Trussell Trust over the next week. If you would like to donate non- perishables for our Harvest collection we would very much appreciate it.
There will be collection points on Lower, Upper, Sixth Form and Y Porth sites where your youngsters can leave their donations.
Thank you very much for your continued support.
Pupils in Y Porth visited the ‘Your Choice, Your Future’ careers event at Haverfordwest High
(Monday 16th October)
Whale class have enjoyed getting creative making ‘owl on toast’ – delicious!
(Monday 23rd October 2023)
Puffin Class’ Making Magnificent Music
Fantastic work from Puffin class all week Music , literacy and numeracy, and also exploring the eye-gaze and sound beam today!
Starfish Class Making Magical Music!
Starfish class really enjoyed their music session this week which included singing, choosing instruments & moving to the music.
It was great fun!
This inspired us to make our own music throughout the week (16th – 20th October) including composing music for our sensory story and making music using natural items outside!
Broad Haven Class Celebrate Caribbean Week
(16th -20th October)
Broad Haven Class enjoying Caribbean week by making Caribbean fruit salad and listening to a pirate sensory story!
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Caudwell Children Sensory Pack
Please take a look, this is a wonderful opportunity
Parents and carers can apply for a sensory pack
Would your child benefit from sensory resources?
Caudwell Children provides a Get Sensory Pack filled with fun and sensory-soothing toys. We have a pack for children aged 0-3 and a pack for children and young people aged up to 18 years old.
Our highly experienced in-house clinical team has specially designed our packs. They selected key sensory items that offer children a broad range of sensory opportunities, therapeutic benefits, and interactive experiences.
Due to popular demand, it may take longer to process applications. However, we will contact families at every stage of the application process to give updates.
For a complete list of eligibility criteria and to apply for a Get Sensory Pack for your child, follow the link below:
#sensory#SensoryToys#JoinTheChange#WeAreAllDifferent#BeYou#charity#SensoryRooms#kids#SensoryPack#GetSensory
Our Art Workshop pupils used their imaginations and created this piece of art from clothing in our charity shop warehouse….
Broad Haven class would like to show how they use AAC (augmentative & alternative communication) throughout the day….
Seahorse class have been dyeing rice for our Autumn sensory tray and we’ve had so much fun playing in it!
Don’t forget it’s our Big Coffee Morning tomorrow (20th October) at 9.30am.
Please come and join us!
More Boxing News for Marloes Class
Thursday 20th October 2023
It’s Boxing day again with Christopher Mcewen! In Marloes class we have started working on coaching with a different student leading the group each week – This week was Madysun’s turn and she took the group through different exercises and moves! We finished up with a game of ‘smiley faces’ which was a bit like ‘What’s the Time Mr Wolf?’! Madysun did a great job and was a fantastic coach!
Marloes Class’ Brilliant Boxing!
Last week – 11th October
A big Portfield thank you to Christopher McEwen Pembroke and Pembroke Dock ABC BoxWise London & Great Britain Disability Boxing….
….Our pupils absolutely love their boxing sessions!
6th Form Careers Day Visit to Carmarthen
A fantastic and interesting day had by all the students at the Careers day in Carmarthen
on Wednesday 18th October.
Lots of activities were tried by all the pupils….
Chwaraeon Sir Benfro / Sport Pembrokeshire are offering FREE sessions for children aged 5-7 in Haverfordwest….
Busy Times for Caldey Class!
Caldey pupils have had a busy afternoon on Wednesday 18th October!
Some pupils had a fantastic time at the Future Event in Haverfordwest High whilst others went shopping and did some brilliant work experience.
Well done everyone!
Spooky ‘Friday 13th’ Halloween Crafts
Wheelchair skills group had some spooky fun on Friday 13th October doing Halloween crafts!
Grassholm Class Woodworking Skills
Grassholm class had another fantastic morning doing woodwork on Wednesday 11th October
Thanks Norman Industries
Wheelchair Skills Group’s ‘Parts of Our Wheelchairs’
(Friday 6th October 2023)
Our Wheelchair Skills group had fun searching the corridors of the school to find parts of our wheelchairs and are now able to name them!
Starfish Class Outside Environment!
Starfish class have been exploring the outside environment as part of Forest Schools
Portfield Family Forum
Please come along to our Family Forum event on Wednesday 25th October 10-11am in our Upper Site Hall.
All are welcome
Thank you to Ginny at the Pembrokeshire Hogspital for visiting us on Wednesday 11th October .
We loved learning about the hedgehogs and how we can help them
Thanks very much to those who sent in donations.
If you would still like to send in donations, please do so and we can deliver them to Ginny
Portfield School’s ‘Big Coffee Morning‘
We have organised a coffee morning for parents/carers and adults supporting our pupils, on Friday 20th October, in the Upper Site Hall
Everyone is welcome!
Art Workshop Students’ Cupboard Preparations
Our Art Workshop students have been busy preparing the cupboard doors in the sixth form common room, ready to be transformed….
….Watch this space!
A reminder that Pembrokeshire Hogspital are coming to visit school October 11th.
Please remember to send in any donations, thank you
We’re very excited that Pembrokeshire Hogspital are visiting school on Wednesday 11th October. Any donations from the list will be gratefully received
Starfish class have been exploring autumn and the colour green this week
Seahorse class enjoyed baking gingerbread men for their ‘All About Me’ theme
Marloes Class Visited Jamies’ Wood for Forest Schools
On Wednesday 11th October, as part of Forest School we went out to Jamie’s Wood. We collected the wood to light our fire, so we could all have a hot drink. Hot Chocolate was the favourite of the day!
We started the day with two warm up games, which were great fun.
Once we had our drinks it was time to cook lunch, we made beans on toast which was delicious!
Seahorse class have been exploring colours
Another busy week in Portfield Trysorau.
Da iawn everyone!
Skomer class had a busy week drawing their own self portraits (2nd – 6th October)
They also enjoyed tea and toast in Tesco Cafe
….and fishing at Puddleduck Fishery
Newgale class loved visiting the baby guinea pigs in Ramsey class on Tuesday 10th October!
Chwaraeon Sir Benfro / Sport Pembrokeshire is offering FREE Fit and Fed sessions during October half term to include an ALN and disability session on Tuesday 31st October.
Please register your child using the following booking links:
Aberdaugleddau dydd Llun Hydref 30ain:
HHVCS ALN session Tuesday 31st October
HHVCS Dydd Mawrth Hydref 31ain
Caldey class would like to wish Lily a very happy birthday!
Friday 6th October 2023
Whale class have loved reading and sequencing ‘The Little Red Hen’ story this week.
(2nd-6th October)
They enjoyed making some delicious bread and worked really hard remembering the steps we used to make the bread and sequencing the recipe.
Well done Whale class!
Seahorse class enjoyed the Autumn leaves and our Sensory Garden!
(Monday 9th October 2023)
Portfield School’s First Ever Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Takes Place!
Our first ever Bronze Duke of Edinburgh expedition with wheelchair users, who had to propel themselves in their own manual wheelchairs or use their walking aids to complete the walking aspect of their expedition!
This expedition is not just the first ever in Portfield School, but also the first in Pembrokeshire, so a massive achievement overall! They also completed various Forest School activities such as identifying insects, plants and flowers; making clay figures; learning how to light a fire safely; writing poetry about being outside; building shelters. We also visited the Lost Words exhibition in the Oriel y Parc in St David’s, which the pupils thoroughly enjoyed. We are so proud of our pupils – well done!
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Options group had a change of venue on 4th October
We decided to carry out a beach clean on Broadhaven beach.
In one hour we filled a black bin bag with wood which had nails sticking out, plastic, nylon rope, fishing lure, and a plastic drinks bottle.
We met members of the public who were walking their dogs and added some of their beach clean items to our collection.
Overall a very productive hour!
We’re very excited that Pembrokeshire Hogspital are visiting school on Wednesday 11th October.
Any donations from the list will be gratefully received
Happy AAC Month!
Whale class have loved learning all about their feelings and emotions this week
(25th – 29th September)
A reminder that school meals will have a theme day ‘OUTER SPACE’ on Thursday 5th October!
All special diets will still be catered for
Portfield Trysorau had some brand new volunteers on board on Friday 29th September !
The boys did a wonderful job!
Our Physio team would like to share this with parents:
Down syndrome UK DSUK provides families with access to advice about early years physical development in children with a diagnosis of Down’s Syndrome. There are also virtual therapy sessions available. Families may find this useful, particularly for pre-school age children.
Click the image below to take you to the webpage:
Starfish class have been looking at ‘The Starry Night’ by Vincent Van Gogh in Art
(25th-29th September 2023)
It was a windy day Wednesday 27th September….
….but that didn’t stop our pupils from keeping Wales tidy!!!!
Our Sixth Form Pupils have been working hard….
….doing woodwork at Norman Industries
Whale class have been playing literacy games.
(26th September 2023)
Da iawn!
Lots of fun baking biscuits in Whale class!
(25th September 2023)
Grassholm Class enjoying fishing on Wednesday 27th September
Well done to all students!
Whale class have been trying Spin Yoga
Puffin class have been enjoying games, stories and baking!
Especially the cookies!
Virtual Parent Network Group Update
The next Virtual Parent Network Group of the term, where we look at ‘Parenting Scripts’ is coming up on October 25th, 10:00-11.30am. Please see our posters below for details.
To Book your place please click on the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/8WvqcscL7f
Alternatively you can contact us on pps@pembrokeshire.gov.uk or 01437 776354
It’s been another busy week of work experience at Portfield Trysorau!
Please contact Surfability UK CIC for more info or to book a place!
EXCITING NEWS!
We are thrilled to announce that Shaka Surf and Surfability are teaming up for a women’s adaptive surf day in Pembrokshire on the 7th of October!
As two organizations that are passionate about making surfing more accessible, we’re excited to create a welcoming space where ALL women can come together to share the joys of surfing.
We will be using Surfability’s world class range of prone, tandem and seated surfboards to ensure that everyone can join in, regardless of their needs.
Whether you have never tried surfing before or you’re a seasoned pro, our experienced team of qualified adaptive surf instructors have you covered.
ABOUT THE DAY:
We will be running one hour adaptive surf lessons between 10AM and 5PM on the 7th of October.
These lessons will take place at either Whitesands or Broadhaven North depending on conditions.
Surfability will be handling all bookings so please get in touch with them if you or a loved one would like to book or have any queries!
We can’t run events like this without the help of our incredible volunteers so if you are interested in volunteering, please get in touch!
Friends of the surfing community, please share! Let’s help as many women as possible experience the thrill of surfing!!
Please note that school meals will have a theme day ‘OUTER SPACE’ on Thursday 5th October!
All special diets will still be catered for
Busy Times in Trysorau for Skomer!
Its been another busy day at Portfield Trysorau for our students from Skomer class!
Amazing attention Autism (Bucket Time) session about volcanos!
Whale class have had a fantastic week learning all about parts of our bodies!
Da iawn Whale class!
Puffin Herbs and Veg!
Puffin class have been growing some herbs and vegetables in our raised bed and pots outside class! Today we sampled peas, runner beans and tomatoes that we had grown, as well as smelled the lovely herbs!
Autumn has arrived at Portfield Trysorau!
Come and see us Monday to Friday between 10am and 3pm
School Nurse Visit
The school nurses will be coming in to do this year’s flu vaccinations on Thursday 5th October for pupils in Reception class to Year 11. Please complete the consent form sent home today and return it to school by next Thursday 21st September.
Thank you
Puffin pupils have been working really hard on all their tasks this week (11th-15th September 2023)
‘How to Improve Communication with school, when you have a child with additional needs (ALN)’. This parent workshop is open to all families living in Pembrokeshire, please click on the link or call 01437 776354 for more info https://forms.office.com/r/8WvqcscL7f
The Family Support Team at Dechrau’n Deg Sir Benfro / Flying Start Pembrokeshire are running courses this term. Please contact them for more info….
Puffin Class had a lovely first week back at school
Whale class have had a lovely week settling back into school and enjoying time in the sunshine!
We would like to give a big welcome to our newest stars in Starfish class
Sandy Bear Children’s Bereavement Charity are inviting everyone to take part in their 5k Charity Fun Run on Sunday 17th September. Please see link below for more details….
There’s an opportunity for parents and carers to attend the Explaining and Supporting PDA Workshop with ASD Family Help – Pembrokeshire
