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Ashley had a good start to the weekend with a sleepover weekend with his nephew

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We couldn't pick one, we've had an amazing, busy summer #TeamHughes

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We couldn't pick one, we've had an amazing, busy summer #TeamHughes

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This summer I went on holiday to Haven Lakeland with my cousins and had the BEST time. I even met Jaz & George (from the Seaside Squad)

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Me and my brother in Kefalonia, Greece 🌞

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Me and my brother in Kefalonia, Greece 🌞

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Otis at his first festival, the same as Honey! Happy Summer Hols 2024!

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Otis at his first festival, the same as Honey! Happy Summer Hols 2024!

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Honey spotted Mrs Jones and Otis at her first camping festival with her mum!

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Litter retrieved during the Big Buckley Clean Up at Westwood

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Thank you to the children and their mums who attended the Big Buckley Clean up to help out on the first Monday of the Easter Holiday. Wow! What a difference you made. Our Forest School area is now much safer for pupils and wild life - great job!

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Extreme reading from Seren in Birch Class.

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Extreme reading from Seren in Birch Class.

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Where will you find for your extreme reading experience?

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I am being put into an exam for my piano and the exam is on Wednesday 6th of December. If I pass I will be in Grade 3.

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How exciting - can you guess how many days it is till Christmas!!!!

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Tonight at football training I scored a goal!

John Yr 2

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Today is a very special birthday - remember to wish Mrs Maguire a happy birthday if you see her in school today.

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Today is a very special birthday - remember to wish Mrs Maguire a happy birthday if you see her in school today.

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On Sunday the 2nd of July I did a 38 mile bike ride I was very very tired 🥱 after

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Today I am very tired because last night I had a dance show at William Aston hall. For tap I am second to last and I am dancing to I'm a Believer from Shrek. I'm also doing ballet to a French song. It is also happening tomorrow and Saturday aswell. SL

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This is an amazing ‘photo finish’ from our school sports day!!! 

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This is an amazing ‘photo finish’ from our school sports day!!! 

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Other day I went to millies and met her puppies so cute amazing xx 

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Other day I went to millies and met her puppies so cute amazing xx 

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On the first Saturday of half term I did a tap exam. I got 85 and a distinction. I went from Grade 1 to Grade 2.
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Acton Park Primary School, Wrexham

World Book Day, at the start of March was the beginning of a few weeks of preparation and planning for the school community, as they got ready for their Story Time Scarecrow Trail.

The children had been very excited, talking about books and characters, voting for their favourites, and getting creative to make their class scarecrow characters.

Their fantastic creations became part of a scarecrow trail around the school field in their World Book Day ahead of the Easter break.

Each class took time through the day to explore and see which scarecrows they could name. All completed maps were added to a prize draw to win an Easter hamper, donated by the Acton Park Primary PTA. It was won by Victoria in Year 2.

All the children voted for their favourite scarecrow, with Dosbarth Aur and their Supertato scarecrow taking first place. Second place went to Dosbarth Tryfan with Gangsta Granny and third place went to Dosbarth Conwy and their Matilda scarecrow.

Gemma Esp, a teacher and phase leader at the school said: "It was fantastic to see the children's enthusiasm talking about the characters and sharing a love of stories and reading. We are very grateful to the parents, carers, and our school community for their support.

"It was lovely to see so many families exploring the scarecrow trail after school and a big thank you for all the new books gifted to us through our school Amazon Wish List.

"As a school, we are promoting reading for pleasure as a priority and events such as this really do help to excite and inspire our children.

"We are very proud of all the staff and children for their hard work in making the scarecrow trail a huge success."

Ysgol Ty Ffynnon, Deeside

On a rolling program throughout the year, families are invited into the school on a Thursday afternoon to spend time with their children on activities that might help them to support their child's learning.

Seen here are Year 5 and 6 children working with their parents on activities through their HWB accounts, a free educational platform all children in Flintshire have access to. This allows parents to have a greater understanding of how best to support their children.

Other activities have included a Numicon Maths session where parents and children worked on mathematical problems using resources that the children use in the classroom.

After Easter, reception parents will be invited into school to take part in Family Learning. The afternoon is hosted by Sarah Blythe and Deb Edwards, who spend time planning and organising the activities with input from the children via Pupil Voice.

Westwood CP School, Buckley

Before the Easter holidays, pupils and teachers building on connections previously made with residents and staff at Marleyfield Care Home in the town.

Since 2022, and over a number of visits, Westwood's Year 5 and 6 pupils have been building rapport with Marleyfield's residents by discussing current affairs, reading books to residents, sharing news stories from the children's newspaper, First News, singing in Welsh and sharing their favourite Welsh songs with some of the home's Welsh speaking residents.

Residents have enjoyed sharing stories about their past careers, journeys around the world and what life was like when they were growing up.

Westwood's deputy headteacher, Lynne Brown, has worked closely with Marleyfield's events coordinator Lyn Hulme to plan and coordinate visits.

Both are delighted with the high level of interaction between the children and residents, and the success of the visits in bridging the generation gap.

Recognising the huge benefits to both the children and the residents, Mrs Brown is keen to ensure her students at Westwood continue to visit regularly,.

She said: "Seeing different generations working together, and the high level of engagement, is extremely rewarding. The visits are a great benefit to everyone and the children are already asking 'When are we coming back again?'.

"I hope other schools in Buckley will read our story and establish links with other care homes in the community too. It is a fantastic way for children to learn; it is also important for residents to know there is support for them, from the community they live in."

Equally as keen are the residents. Dot Sheen said she loved that the children all had good manners and one very enthusiastic boy read the newspaper to her and Lillian, her close friend and another resident at the home.

Susan Pritchard, also a resident said she "enjoyed the kids coming to read" and is "looking forward to them coming again".

During their visit, resident Rita Hughes informed the children that as a young girl she was a trained soprano and as a young women had sung in many famous places, including the Albert Hall. Two of the children jumped at the opportunity to sing a verse of Calon Lan with Rita when she also said her first language was Welsh, much to the delight of staff and pupils.

Phyllis Tovey, 103, revealed to some of the children that "the secret to living a long and healthy life is to exercise everyday, never smoke and to avoid alcohol".

Lyn Hulme is looking forward to welcoming the children back to Marleyfield soon. She added: "We wish to thank the children of Westwood for their visits, we are happy to play an active part in the community and the children and staff from Westwood certainly bring a little bit of magic with them each time they come.

"Our residents are always enthusiastic and excited about the visits and they love the company, communication and activities when the children arrive."

Ysgol Rhiwabon, Wrexham

Year 7 students took part in a lunchtime Easter egg hunt. They had to find an Easter token, and got a chocolate treat in return.

And there was an excellent turnout by students for the Year 11 Easter Revision Workshop. The spring break will also included sessions for Year 10.

Headteacher Melanie Ferron-Evans thanked staff and students for all their hard work in preparation for the GCSE examinations.

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Scarecrows, bridging the generation gap and more from region's schools

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If you would like to feature anything from your school, you can share with us direct here or email claire.pierce@newsquest.co.uk Acton Park Primary School, Wrexham World Book Day, at the start of March was the beginning of a few weeks of preparation and planning for the school community, as they got ready for their Story Time Scarecrow Trail.

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Westwood CP School, Buckley

Pupils at the school, including members of the Year 5 Mini Police, have taken action to help tackle anti-social behaviour in the town, and better their community.

A group gathered outside public toilets in Buckley, which had once again been targeted by vandals, to see the damage for themselves, which included graffiti. They then began speaking to members of the public and shopkeepers, using a survey to help gather more information.

The school itself has also been subjected to vandalism, after some fly-tipping damaged a fence, which will now have to be replaced.

The youngsters have been working with PCSO Rachael Duddle, who can help them to hopefully make a difference.

Leading pupils on their outing to town, deputy headteacher Lynne Brown said: "We have got so many nice things in Buckley, and we're lucky to have a brilliant community. It's really the few spoiling it for everyone else."

Pupils had their say on the issues.

Noah, 11, in Year 6, said: "I got upset when I found out what had happened, to know people were going to have to fix it.

"To those doing wrong, I would say to 'be wise, don't vandalise'."

Eleven-year-old Brooke, also Year 6, added: "It's not good, knowing our generation does this. They think it's cool and it's not, and it's damaging our town. It can make me feel unsafe.

"They should stop,take time to realise the world can be a better place. It's a small town and people need to change their actions."

Stopping to take part in the survey, resident Diana Payne, added: "It's such a shame. There are so many lovely children but a spate if this ruins it for everyone.

"I only feel safe in certain parts of town, and wouldn't come at night. I just don't know if they realise the impact they have on people."

Ava, 10, in Year 5, said: "It feels horrible. It needs to stop and it needs to stop now! I don't always feel safe."

And 10-year-old Sam, in Year 5, who would like to be a policeman, said: "It's bad and I can feel unsafe in town. They should stop doing this and enjoy what we have in Buckley."

The pupils' message is clear, the anti-social behaviour has to end, and with the results of their survey, they can look to take the next step in improving the community.

The Dee Valley Federation

Member schools was very excited to have had the opportunity over the past couple of weeks of planting a tree for the Queen's Green Canopy.

The Dee Valley Federation, consisting of Ysgol Froncysyllte, Ysgol Y Garth and Ysgol Pentre CIW, have planted either a wild cherry, mountain ash or a red oak in their school grounds to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

The Federation took part in lots of celebrations back in June last year to honour the Jubilee, so the children were very proud to have marked such a special occasion with something that can be a part of the school for years to come.

All three schools owe a huge thank you to Charles Gittins, from Flintshire Woodlands who made this happen.

Ysgol Ty Ffynnon, Deeside

As part of the school's commitment to its ECO award, each class was designated an area to go litter picking.

The Year 5 and 6 children walked up to Wepre Park and spent the afternoon collecting litter from around the football field, picnic area and along the stream when returning back to school.

The children enjoyed being part of a greater scheme to ensure their local environment is kept clean and tidy for them to use.

Ysgol Heulfan, Gwersyllt

The children at the Wrexham school have been busy showing their creative skills. They made Easter bonnets for a Teddy Bears' Picnic and creating scenes for a boiled egg to sit in.

The Egg Straveganza Competition included the School of Eggcellence, Eggquestrian Jumping, Finding Eggmo and lots more. Every child in the school went home with an Easter egg and the winning entries had a range of prizes from teddy bears to chocolate.

The competitions were judged by the school governors, who were very impressed by the ideas and standards this year.

Cllr Phillip Vaughan said: "These entries are amazing, I can't believe the imagination shown. I am so impressed with them all. Well done." Cllr

Annette Davies added: "The entries are so good that we have two in first place, we can't split them. Amazing ideas."

Headteacher Julia Thomas Haigh praised all the children for their efforts. She said: "I am so proud of the work of our children and families, their ideas are amazing. Well done everyone and Happy Easter!"

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Class acts - Mini Police, Easter fun, litter pick and tree planting

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This is my new rabbit we found it in my street and my dad caught it 😄

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In my ballet class a little while ago I did an exam. It was an exam to go from Grade 1 ballet to Grade 2 ballet. I got a distinction, a distinction is the highest award in an exam.
Seren L

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Yesterday Mia and Finn both completed their Taekwondo grading and Mia has now achieved her red belt. Finn has been promoted to a white suit and yellow belt. They have worked so hard and we are super proud of them.

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Yesterday Mia and Finn both completed their Taekwondo grading and Mia has now achieved her red belt. Finn has been promoted to a white suit and yellow belt. They have worked so hard and we are super proud of them.

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Yummy cakes made with Mrs Ducker😀

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After school baking with Mrs Ducker 👍

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Baking with Mrs Ducker 😀

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Baking with Mrs Ducker👍

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I went to watch a play of demon dentist it was based on David Walliam`s book,then we went shopping for things,and then we went for McDonald`s and then we went shopping again then we went home. Who came with me was my mum, my dad and my sister.
From Tegan W

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me and iris were playing on the chromebooks and got a new high record .faith

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me and iris were playing on the chromebooks and got a new high record .faith

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Finley having a lovely holiday

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Mia having a lovely holiday - enjoying the snow

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Today I went to try out a football group.
I tried so hard today and did well to overcome my fear of new places and new people.
I won a trophy for the hardest/ strongest kick of the group!
For doing so well and joining in I got to go to McDonald's afterwards, I got some new football cards and then came home to watch the Manchester city v Manchester United football game 😊
Hunter Silvester - violet

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Ellis Arrowsmith - Buckley: Boy buys food for charity with money from selling toys!

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Ellis Arrowsmith - Buckley: Boy buys food for charity with money from selling toys!

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Well done to Ellis. Our Westwood family are really proud of you. :-)

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A KIND-HEARTED Flintshire child sold his toys so he could buy food for those in need.

Ellis Arrowsmith, from Buckley, raised £30 from selling his old toys - with which he bought a variety of food and drink items.

On Thursday, the nine-year-old donated all the items to the Buckley Community Fridge, which hands out free food to those in need.

Ellis, who attends Westwood Primary School in Buckley, said: "I keep seeing adverts on TV and the news of how people are struggling so I thought I could help someone else with my money because I didn't need anything."

His mum, Leanne Jenkins, said: "Ellis' Dad and I are very proud of such a kind gesture he has done to help others in need.

"He has such a kind heart for someone of such a young age."

READ MORE: Man behind random kindness acts reveals amazing amount given to strangers

A spokesperson for Buckley Community Fridge said: "We would like to say a very big thank you to Ellis for his amazing donation.

"People always bring down the youth of today this young man is an inspiration to all."

After news of Ellis' gesture was shared by Leanne on the Buckley Residents Group on Facebook, dozens of people praised him for his kindness.

One person said: "This is amazing, your son gives us hope for humanity - been a while since I've seen something positive."

Others described him as a "little star" and a "kind and generous young man".

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A KIND-HEARTED Flintshire child sold his toys so he could buy food for those in need. Ellis Arrowsmith, from Buckley, raised £30 from selling his old toys - with which he bought a variety of food and drink items. On Thursday, the nine-year-old donated all the items to the Buckley Community Fridge, which hands out free food to those in need.

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Rhys has has 2 of his teeth come out the tooth Fairy visited him.

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My happy news is that me, Austin, francheska and my big sister got baby axolotals

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My happy news is that me, Austin, francheska and my big sister got baby axolotals

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I went to the Christmas markets & had some Nutella cookies 🍪 and my elf was naughty, he drew on my face & grated Kevin the carrot 😲🫣

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My elves, Dixie, Dean, Jingles and twinkle, were very cheeky last night. 🤣

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On the weekend we took my dog for a snow walk and she loved it !

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My favourite thing to do in the Christmas season is put up my tree with my family

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My elf is back

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Milo enjoying his advent calendar treat 🐾

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Mrs Jones loves making wreaths at Christmas! 

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Mrs Jones loves making wreaths at Christmas! 

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What Christmas craft do you enjoy doing?

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Milo is on the naughty list

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Miss Clubb’s dog Milo

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Has an elf visited your house this year?

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Yesterday I Started North wales cricket in menai bridge  and 

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we first had a carousel of core exercises
and when we were finished the carousel we worked on our front foot defensive shots and then we went to the nets and then we did some straight drive shots

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I’m training for USA football club from Joseph

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I start North east wales cricket training on the 22nd of November

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This is one of my dogs

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my happy news is my dog is getting so so much better 

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my happy news is my dog is getting so so much better 

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That is one of my snakes

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I have a new snake and I used to have 10 pet's but 3 died a then I had 7 and now I have 8 by ellissa -may class birch

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I went to Tenby in South Wales for a week. It was not the best weather but we had a great time, we went to lots of sweet shops and went to the arcades lots of times me and my dad were the best ones at the 2p machines. :)

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Yesterday Buckley Town won 3-2 at home against Gresford Athletic. The main team has played about 8 times already and have only won 2 or 3 game, drew about 1 and lost the rest. The first game was a win and I think the second one was a win too.

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Caleb and Noah have been successful in the trials to secure their places in the North East Wales Junior Cricket Team - what a fantastic achievement.  Great news! 

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Caleb and Noah have been successful in the trials to secure their places in the North East Wales Junior Cricket Team - what a fantastic achievement.  Great news! 

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Year 5 children graduated as Mini police. 

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Year 5 children graduated as Mini police. 

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Brilliant teamwork to weigh and grade the apples harvested from the school orchard.

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James with his collection of very large apples. 

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A bumper harvest from the school orchard this year put a smile on everyone’s face. 

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A bumper harvest from the school orchard this year put a smile on everyone’s face. 

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I'm happy because my Mummy got a new job..I helped Daddy make a special tea and I made her a card to celebrate. Finley H

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A little while ago I did a dance exam and I did Tap and Ballet in it. I got a distinction in both because I got 86 in Tap and 85 in Ballet. I did wear pink but now I wear blue.

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Couple nights ago I went to a gudies party and went the lodge with millie g and her us some here is a picture of the dog his name is teddy he is Charlie my gudies leader dog F.L

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Yesterday Buckley Town F.C. Youth (under 19's) won 2-0 at home against Mynydd Isa F.C. Youth. Mynydd Isa F.C. Youth were actually quite good for there age but thankfully we were better.

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My bunnies ( Flopsie and Bee ) and my piggies ( Flopsie, Twinkle and Rosie ) are getting along. IW. 😀

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The is my Nans now dog

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This friendly little puppy - makes me smile every day ❤️ You might see me walking her in the mornings before school. Mrs Jones, Governor. 

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This friendly little puppy - makes me smile every day ❤️ You might see me walking her in the mornings before school. Mrs Jones, Governor. 

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on christmas eve my dad and my stepmum are getting married. :) SCS

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i am happy becouse my cat is getting nice 

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i am happy becouse my cat is getting nice 

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 my happy news is getting better at my reading spelling and my maths so that is what i am happy for from molly birch

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 my happy news is getting better at my reading spelling and my maths so that is what i am happy for from molly birch

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My happy news is that  my little brother conner finally gave me a big happy cuddle

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My happy news is that  my little brother conner finally gave me a big happy cuddle

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This is my bunny (Bonbon) is having her second Halloween and Christmas.

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Tomorrow my dog might be having his first ever walk (the dog is called Angus) and you might see him with me tomorrow but that is if he is allowed to walk to the school

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My happy news is that my little sister Carys started rainbows on Mondays!! :)

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It's easy to find out what's in the news

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It's easy to find out what's in the news

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Use this First News QR code to find out all about the news - Cyle Birch Class.

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My happy news is spending time with my mum and my brother because me and my brother never get along

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I liked playing netball in PE

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HAPPY NEWS! from Melissa birch

Next week on Thursday I’m going on holiday with my  neighbours I’m really excited I’m going to Greece 😄👍

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I have started Scouts and im going every FRIDAY!!!!.

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I have started Scouts and im going every FRIDAY!!!!.

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Cyle birch class

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I enjoyed netball because it’s a really fun sport and I enjoy to play it rim tyler

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my brother is getting better after his accident:)