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Family Engagement Work

Welcome to Community Engagement!

 

At Graig-Y-Rhacca Primary and Nursery Community School, we are committed to offering exciting and varied experiences to our pupils' families and the wider community. Please see below details of upcoming opportunities to get involved and support available. 

 

 

Weekly Community Engagement Opportunities

 

Monday

Teaching Assistant Level 2 Training 9:00-3:00

Do you want to work with children? Are you interested in a career that involves working school hours? We have teamed up with Caerphilly Council Adult Learning and Caerphilly Employment Support to bring this brilliant training opportunity to our community. Through practical strategies and education theory, this course equips learners for working in a supportive role in the classroom. Get in touch for more information or to sign up. 

 

Tuesday

Multiply Family Learning 9:00-11:00 

Numeracy skills are useful every day, especially in this fun and interactive cooking session. Work with your children to create tasty dishes for the whole family and learn skills for life. To sign up, please complete the Expression of Interest Form, which can be accessed here.

CCBC Employment Support Drop In 9:00-11:00 (fortnightly)

Drop in to speak with our friendly Support Officer about all the fantastic opportunities available. Whether your passion is fashion, business or creative arts, the Employment Support Team can help you reach your goals.

 

Wednesday

Parents Group 9:00-10:00

Join our active and enthusiastic parents group to support the school in your child’s education, raise money for worthy causes and plan fun treats and extras for pupils throughout the year.

 

Thursday

CCBC Housing Support 9:00-12:00

Drop in and speak to our experienced and friendly Graig-Y-Rhacca Housing Officer for queries and help with housing issues.

Bright Beginnings 10:00-12:00

Starting January 2025, this eight week programme is for parents of babies eight weeks to six months old. Come along to meet other parents, access expert advice from experienced professionals and explore how your baby is developing week-by-week. To join, please contact your health visitor or search Bright Beginnings on Eventbrite.

Baby and Toddler Group 1:30-3:00

For families with babies 0-3 years. Join us for sensory play, healthy snacks, stories and songs every Thursday afternoon.

 

 

 

Also coming up this term…

 

Parents Group Big Breakfasts

Join us in the Willow Lounge for delicious breakfast fundraisers by our Parents Group. Proceeds will go towards funding seasonal activities for all pupils. Please see the school app, school calendar and our Instagram page for upcoming dates and times. 

 

Community Café and Warm Hub

New for January 2025. We will be holding regular café/warm hub sessions in our beautiful Willow Lounge for the local community to use and enjoy. Details to follow. 

 

Confident Parents Stronger Families Support Sessions

Confident Parents Stronger Families are part of the Barnardoes charity and provide support to families throughout Caerphilly. If you are interested in accessing support, please complete the Expression of Interest Form, which can be accessed here. Further details of which courses will be available will follow. 

 

 

For more information and details on how to get involved in any of these activities, please contact the school office.

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