As we reach the end of another busy and rewarding school year, we would like to take this opportunity to thank all our parents and carers for your continued support, encouragement, and partnership throughout the year. Your involvement has made a real difference to our school community and to the children’s learning and wellbeing.
We are incredibly proud of everything the children have achieved. They have worked hard, embraced new challenges, and created many wonderful memories along the way. It has been a pleasure to watch them grow in confidence and develop both academically and personally.
We hope you all enjoy a well-deserved break over the summer holidays.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back refreshed and ready for another exciting year. Until then, have a safe, happy, and very restful summer.
A few reminders for the upcoming weeks/new year.
Results Days
A/AS Level result day is Thursday August 13th 2026 & GCSE results day is Thursday August 20th 2026.
You can collect your results from the Main Hall from 8.30am – 11am.
If you are unable to collect in person, you MUST confirm to the Exams Officer in writing who will collect your results for you e.g., parent, sibling, friend, grandparent etc. Alternatively, please provide the Exams Officer (devonaldd@hwbcymru.net) with your school email address & your results will be emailed to you on the 13th or 20th August.
Please note that results will NOT be given out over the telephone.
Autumn Term 2026
As we prepare for the start of the new academic year, we would like to remind you that the school will reopen for all pupils on Thursday 3rd September. Please note that the school will be closed to pupils on Tuesday 1st and Wednesday 2nd September as these are staff INSET (training) days. When pupils return, we will be starting the academic year on Week 1 of the timetable
Sixth Form Enrolment
6th form enrolment takes place on GCSE Results’ day Thursday 20th August between 8.30-11.00. If you are unable to attend, pupils will also be able to enrol on Friday 4th September at 9am
Timetables
Pupils’ timetables will be given out by form tutors on Thursday 3rd September.
Canteen
For pupils to access the canteen for food from 8am – 8.30am, break or lunchtime the iPay accounts must be activated and topped up. We are a cashless school so please ensure your iPay accounts are topped up ready for September.
Equipment
Pupils should have basic equipment – a school bag, pen and pencil.
School Bus Passes
Bus passes, for pupils eligible for free school transport, will be given out in the first week of school, however pupils are able to travel on the school buses without them in the first week.
Uniform Reminder 2026
Thank you for your continued support in ensuring pupils arrive at school wearing the correct uniform. A smart and consistent uniform helps promote pride in our school community and creates a positive learning environment.
Please note the following important reminders:
- The navy school polo shirt with the school badge is the standard school polo shirt for all pupils.
- The navy branded hooded top is no longer part of the school uniform and should not be worn to school from September 2026.
- Pupils should wear the maroon school sweatshirt as their uniform layer where appropriate.
- Trousers, skirts and shorts should be formal school wear in black or charcoal grey. Leggings, denim, corduroy and skinny jeans are not permitted. Skirts should be of a suitable length for the school environment.
- Footwear should be plain black and suitable for school.
- Plain outdoor coats may be worn to and from school but should not be worn in classrooms.
We kindly ask parents and carers to check that all uniform and footwear meet the school’s expectations before the start of term to help ensure a smooth return for everyone.
Full details of the school uniform can be found on the school website.
Mobile phones
A reminder that mobile phones should be turned off and in pupils’ bags from 8.40am – 3pm.
School Essentials Grant
The grant is open to all pupils who are in receipt of free school meals and can help with the cost of school uniform and other school resources. (Pupils on Universal FSM or TP FSM are NOT eligible for the grant). The grant application is now open - details of the grant can be found on the Council website: https://www.swansea.gov.uk/schooluniformgrant
INSET Days confirmed for 2026/27
The following days will be in service training days for staff.
Pupils do not attend school on these days.
- Tuesday 1st September 2026
- Wednesday 2nd September 2026
- Monday 4th January 2027
- Monday 5th April 2027
- Monday 19th July 2027
- Tuesday 20th July 2027