St. Brigid's School is a 3-19 voluntry aided school. Located just outside Denbigh within the Vale of Clwyd. ST. BRIGID'S SCHOOL St Brigid's is a co-educational 3-19 through school, nestled in the Clwydian Range, just outside Denbigh in North Wales. and 20240612_113637426_iOS 1_edited 20240619_180338075_iOS IMG_0225_edited 20240612_113637426_iOS 1_edited 1/6 be News & Events Apply To Inspire Inspired Our aim at St Brigid’s School is to provide an excellent Christian Education which will enable each individual pupil to develop their talents to the full and produce the qualities of character, both spiritual and academic which will lead them naturally into responsible adult life. At ST. BRIGIDS we are BRIGIDINE! OUR AIM AND VALUES COME AND VISIT Contact us to book a personal tour of our school. Or come visit us during our open day, which takes place in September each year. Our admissions team are happy to make an appointment for you and your child to visit. Contact ADMISSIONS Our school offers new places to pupils in Nursery, Reception, Year 3, Year 5 and Year 7 each year. Or you can put your child's name on our waiting list if you are looking for a mid term place. Apply A CURRICULUM BUILT ON FAITH Here at St Brigid's we offer a wide and varied curriculum to cater for all our pupils. We pride ourselves on the developments that we offer to all and the fact that this can be a meaningful journey all the way from Nursery to Sixth Form. Covering all the progression steps in the new Welsh curriculum. As a through school we offer many transitional periods throughout our Key Stages. Please click the department links below and explore the areas that are specific to you. St Brigid’s provides an environment within which the values of the Catholic church are of prime importance. EMPOWERING STUDENTS TO SUCCEED Learn More DISCOVER EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITES Learn More A 3-19 SCHOOL: WHERE LEARNING NEVER STOPS Learn More Information AMDANOM NI Mae Ysgol Santes Ffraid yn ysgol lwyddiannus sydd â hanes o bobl. Wedi'i osod wrth droed Bryniau hardd Clwyd. Rydym yn ysgol ofalgar, sy'n meithrin sy'n gwerthfawrogi sut y gall lleoliad mor wych gael effaith gadarnhaol ar addysg unigolyn. Gan briodi hynny â staff addysgu cryf sy'n gwerthfawrogi pob un fel unigolyn, Santes Ffraid yw'r lle i fod. "Ysgol sydd ar flaen y gad yn y gymuned" Cliciwch isod i gael mwy o Hanes ein hysgol. A Message from the Headteacher About Us OUR FAITH Mae Ysgol Santes Ffraid yn ysgol lwyddiannus sydd â hanes o bobl. Wedi'i osod wrth droed Bryniau hardd Clwyd. Rydym yn ysgol ofalgar, sy'n meithrin sy'n gwerthfawrogi sut y gall lleoliad mor wych gael effaith gadarnhaol ar addysg unigolyn. Gan briodi hynny â staff addysgu cryf sy'n gwerthfawrogi pob un fel unigolyn, Santes Ffraid yw'r lle i fod. "Ysgol sydd ar flaen y gad yn y gymuned" Cliciwch isod i gael mwy o Hanes ein hysgol. Chapliancy INSPIRED LEARNING We are thrilled to offer our students an incredible learning experience at our school! Our amazing teachers are passionate about their subjects and go above and beyond to create a fun and engaging learning environment. Our pupils are given exciting challenges that inspire them to learn and grow, and they absolutely love coming to school every day! We are crucial to their educational journey and can't wait to see what they will achieve in the future! Discover what our pupils take part in and enjoy about St Brigid's School. On their Brigidine journey, to become knowledge seekers, truth tellers, joy bringers and game changers . More Stories “Send your child to St. Brigid's, so you can be part of an all phase school.” Year 9 Pupil SCHOOL NEWS No posts published in this language yet Once posts are published, you’ll see them here. More Stories Events Calendar Calendar Calendar CYSYLLTWCH Â NI MRS. L. CRIMES, BA (Hons), PGCE, MA, NPQH, MCCT, FRSA PENNAETH/HEADTEACHER ST. BRIGIDS SCHOOL PLAS-YN-GREEN, MOLD ROAD, DENBIGH DENBIGHSHIRE LL16 4BH TEL/FFON: 01745 815 228 EMAIL/EBOST: STBRIGIDSADMIN@DENBIGHSHIRE.GOV.UK St Brigid's is a voluntary aided 3-19 through school situated on the outskirts of Denbigh with beautiful views of Clwydian range. Rhowch Eich Enw Rhowch Eich E-bost Rhowch Eich Pwnc Cyflwyno Diolch am gyflwyno! Calendar Calendar Calendar contact

Mae Santes Ffraid yn lleoliad hyfryd ac yn lle bywiog i ddysgu. Rydyn ni'n rhoi'r un pwys ar ddatblygiad academaidd ein disgyblion a thwf ein unigolion. Rydym yn deall y gall llwyddiant ddod i mewn mewn fformatau a bod cydnabod gwerth hyn yn hanfodol. Rydym yn Ysbrydoli i hyrwyddo'r rhai ysbrydoledig a rhoi gwerth mawr i bawb ar yr angen am barch, cariad, gwirionedd ffydd a rhagoriaeth. Mae ethos o'r fath wedi ymgorffori Ysgol Santes Ffraid fel ffigwr pwysig yn y gymuned leol, rhywbeth yr ydym yn falch iawn ohono. Os hoffech chi hefyd ddod yn rhan o'r llwyddiant hwn yna cliciwch ar y ffurflen dderbyn, ei llenwi a'i hanfon i'r ysgol. St. Brigid's is a Voluntary Aided school and the Admissions Authority is the Governing Body (not Denbighshire County Council). It is therefore essential that a supplementary application form is completed and submitted directly to the school to enable the oversubscription criteria to be applied if the number of applications exceeds the number of places available. Please ensure that you have read and understood the Admissions Policies before submitting your application. Derbyniadau APPLY NOW APPLY NOW APPLY NOW APPLY NOW Up Have a look at the School Prospectus for more information. Links to the Admissions Policies (including the oversubscription criteria are below). Diddordeb? Beth am lawrlwytho prosbectws heddiw? OPEN If you too would like to become part of this success, then simply click and contact our admissions officer. Policies Up Apply APPLY TODAY If you wish you apply for a place at St Brigid's School please see below. You may be asked to provide additional evidence in support of your application.Please read our Statement of Aims and Identity below before applying. Statement of Aims and Identity Nursery, Reception, Year 3, and Year 7 applications. In line with the Education (Co-ordination of School Admission Arrangements and Miscellaneous Amendments) (Wales) Regulations 2024, all normal admissions round applications for starting at St Brigid’s School, for September 2027, are available through Denbighshire County Council (for those residents who live in Denbighshire). The common application form for Denbighshire residents is available on their website . For residents who live outside of Denbighshire and wish to make an application for St Brigid’s School, please check your own Local Authority website for further details, as applications must be made in the Authority where you live. All application forms, from all Authorities, will then be shared with the school and processed together. Additionally, a supplementary information application form must be completed and returned directly to the Admissions Secretary at this link. Where the number of applications exceeds the number of places available, the admissions authority will use the oversubscription criteria to determine the order of priority. Please ensure you have read and understood the Admissions Policies prior to submitting your application. School Admissions Admissions Secretary Policies Supplementary Form Year 5 Applications. Year 5 applications are to be made directly with the school and not via the Local Authority. Please ensure you have read and understood the Admissions Policies prior to submitting your application. Please send your application for Year 5 to the admissions secretary or bring it into school at your earliest convenience. Where the number of applications exceeds the number of places available, the admissions team will use the oversubscription criteria to determine the order of priority. Please ensure you have read and understood the Admissions Policies prior to submitting your application. Year 5 Admissions Admissions Secretary Policies Statement of Aims and Identity St Brigid's School, Denbigh. Please read below before applying. RECOGNITION OF AND ACCEPTANCE OF THE SCHOOL’S ROMAN CATHOLIC AIMS AND IDENTITY St Brigid’s School was founded at the request of the Bishop in 1939 to provide for the educational needs of Catholic families in the Denbigh Area, by the Congregation of St Brigid, who ran the School, sometimes known as Brigidine Convent School, until 1990,when it was handed over to an Educational Charity, as St Brigid’s School Limited. The Articles of Association of the School Trust state that “The Company is established for the advancement of the education of children between the ages of 3 and 19, by the provision of a voluntary-aided Roman Catholic School or School for the education of Roman Catholic children, either with or without other Christian or non-Christian children.” The Constitution of the school states that “Religious observance and education in the school shall be in accordance with the rights and practices and doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church” The Governing Body of the School intend that pupils should receive an education of a high standard provided by teachers dedicated to the task of the Christian formation of Children and young people in an atmosphere pervaded by Gospel values and the message of Christ. This means that Religious Education, whilst given full expression in the Prayer life of the school, its acts of worship and instruction in the faith, is not limited to these, and as the Bishops have said, “The beliefs and values it communicates should inspire and unify every aspect of school life. It should provide the context for, and substantially shape the school curriculum and offer living experiences of the life of faith in its practical expression.” Partnership with parents, the primary educators of their children has long been a principle embedded in Catholic education. The Governing Body values and welcomes, above all, the co-operation of parents in seeking to achieve these aims for pupils attending the school. The governing Body has agreed that all parents seeking a place at this school should be required to sign overleaf to signify that they understand and accept this statement of aims and identity for pupils at the school. OVER-SUBSCRIPTION CRITERIA Should the number of applications exceed the published admission numbers, the following over-subscription criteria, listed in order of priority, will be used: a. Looked-after (children in public care) and previously looked-after children; b. Children with exceptional social or medical needs; c. Children with a sibling (full, half, step, adopted and fostered brothers and sisters) in statutory education (not Nursery) or in the Sixth Form at the school, living at the same address. In the event of over-subscription in this category, places will be allocated in accordance with the criteria at d-f below; d. Baptised Roman Catholics; e. Children of other denominations, and whose application is supported by a Minister of Religion; f. Children who have no religious denomination, whose parents wish them to have a Catholic education. Practising Roman Catholic applicants wishing to claim priority will be required to provide the name of a priest to whom reference can be made and to produce a copy of a Baptismal Certificate. A Minister of Religion will be required to indicate their support for the application of a child of another denomination by signing the relevant part of the application form. Tie Breaker - In the event of over-subscription in any of the above categories, places will be allocated to those living nearest to the school. Distance will be measured along the shortest driving route to the school gate, verified by ARCGIS. The address on the application form should be where the child normally lives with a parent/guardian. Attendance at a nursery class within the school does not guarantee a place in the school’s Reception class and an application form must be submitted via your Local Authority. A full copy of the Admissions policy is available on the St Brigid's School website. Policies

Caplaniaeth Mae gennym Bolisi Drws Agored yn St Brigid's. Waeth pa gam mewn bywyd yr ydym ynddo, mae angen rhyw fath o gefnogaeth ar bob un ohonom. Bydd llawer o fyfyrwyr yn defnyddio'r cyfleuster hwn i ddelio â phroblem neu geisio cymorth. Gellir disgrifio ein Caplaniaeth o dan y penawdau canlynol; Gweinidogaeth i'r myfyrwyr. Gweinidogaeth i deulu'r myfyriwr. Gweinidogaeth i bob aelod o staff. Gweinidogaeth i gyn-ddisgyblion. Gweinidogaeth trwy'r litwrgi. Trwy arwain a threfnu gweddi, myfyrdod a mathau eraill o litwrgi mae Santes Ffraid yn atgoffa'r myfyrwyr fod Duw gyda nhw trwy fywyd ac yn arbennig trwy'r flwyddyn ysgol. Mae'r Gaplaniaeth yn gweithio'n agos gyda phawb sy'n ymwneud â hyrwyddo "Nodau" Ysgol Santes Ffraid gan gysylltu'n agos ag Addysg Grefyddol ar faterion moesol yn seiliedig ar y persbectif Catholig. Yn y pen draw, mae'r Gaplaniaeth yn ceisio hyrwyddo ymwybyddiaeth o gariad Crist tuag at bob aelod o gymuned yr ysgol ac maen nhw'n gweithio gyda'i gilydd i gydnabod yr anghenion yn y gymuned a'r tu allan iddi, gan helpu ei gilydd i gyflawni geiriau Iesu Grist fel y'u hysgrifennwyd yw Sant Efengyl Mathew: "Arglwydd, pryd welson ni ti eisiau bwyd a dy fwydo di, neu syched a rhoi diod i ti? Pryd welson ni dy ddieithryn a gwneud i chi groesawu, noeth a dilladu ti? Pryd wnaethon ni ddod o hyd i ti'n sâl neu yn y carchar a mynd i dy weld ti? " A bydd y Brenin yn ateb, "Mewn gwirionedd rwy'n dweud wrthych, i'r graddau y gwnaethoch chi hyn un o lest fy mrodyr a chwiorydd, gwnaethoch hynny i mi". COLLECTIVE WORSHIP Collective worship within St. Brigid's is valued by all pupils and members of staff. Talking the time to reflect and celebrate helps children build social skills and strategies needed in future life. These services occur daily for all pupils in a variety of settings. Pupils have whole school, departmental and class assemblies. This time is used to reflect on the moral teachings of The Bible, reflect on current events of significance to the pupils and support leaners with personal, social and emotional situations. Learners also take part in group singing, celebration and awards assemblies. All pupils also attend our school chapel weekly, for prayer and reflection with our chaplaincy team. They have the opportunity to take part in rosary each day. Pupils are expected to reflect and pray each morning, lunch and end of the school day within their lessons. The Memorare Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thine intercession was left unaided. Inspired by this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my mother; to thee do I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful. O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petitions, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen. Hail, Holy Queen Hail, holy Queen, mother of Mercy. Hail, our life, our sweetness and our hope. To thee do we cry, poor banished children of Eve; to thee do we send up our sighs, mourning and weeping, in this vale of tears. Turn then, most gracious advocate, thine eyes of mercy toward us; and after this our exile, show unto us the blessed fruit of thy womb, Jesus. O clement, O loving, O sweet virgin Mary. Pray for us O Holy Mother of God, That we may be made worthy of the promises of Christ. OUR PRAYERS Our Father Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. Amen Hail Mary Hail Mary, Full of Grace, The Lord is with thee. Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners now, and at the hour of our death. Amen Glory Be Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen Morning Prayer Father in Heaven, you love me, You’re with me night and day. I want to love you always In all I do and say. I’ll try to please you, Father. Bless me through the day. Amen. Evening Prayer God our Father, I come to say Thank you for your love today. Thank you for my family, And all the friends you give to me. Guard me in the dark of night, And in the morning send your light. Amen. Fatima Prayer O my Jesus, forgive us our sins, And save us from the fires of hell. Lead all souls to heaven, especially those in most need of thy mercy. Amen Guardian Angel Angel of God, my guardian dear, To whom God's love commits me here, Ever this day, be at my side, To light and guard, Rule and guide. Amen Prayer to St. Michael the Archangel Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in this day of battle. Be our defence against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God, thrust into hell Satan, and all the evil spirits, who wander through the world for the ruin of souls. Amen Sister Elizabeth Kelly Roedd y Chwaer Elizabeth Kelly, CSB a adwaenir yn fwy hoffus fel "Sister Liz" yn gyn-ddisgybl, athrawes a Phennaeth Santes Ffraid. Yn dilyn ei hymddeoliad, daeth yn Gaplan Santes Ffraid. Since her passing she is still remembered by everyone at St. Brigid's. Her spirit and beliefs will always be a part of our school. Yn syml iawn, y Chwaer Liz oedd "St Brigid's" ac mae ei phersonoliaeth a'i hethos yn dal i atseinio heddiw.

WELCOME It is a great privilege to be Headteacher of St Brigid’s School, and I am delighted to welcome you to our website. St. Brigid's is more than just a school; we are a community which strives for the best for every one of our members. We are very proud of our 3-19 school, which has a strong Catholic ethos and tradition, and high standards. St Brigid’s School is beautifully situated on the A543 on the outskirts of Denbigh, a medieval walled town, set in the grounds of an early-Victorian house, surrounded by parkland. We provide a secure, family-oriented environment, and deliver a rich and diverse curriculum. We are well-supported by our governors and have an active School Association. We live in changing times and this means providing a well-rounded education that prepares young people for life; we seek to build on our past whilst looking to the future. We follow in our rich tradition as a former Brigidine Convent, and we maintain strong links with the Brigidine Sisters to this day. We have a strong legacy in developing our students in Drama and the Arts, as well as a rich academic tradition; our examination results and university outcomes speak for themselves. We strive to provide high-quality education for all of our pupils, enhanced by the caring and positive ethos of our school. We pride ourselves on Christian family values and we recognise the development of the whole person. We seek 'to inspire and be inspired' through our Brigidine Learner Profile; entirely unique to our school. I hope that you find the information on our website useful, and I look forward to welcoming you to our school in the near future. Mrs. Leah Crimes Headteacher AM EIN YSGOL We are proud of our current and historical successes. As a through school we cater for pupils of all ages and abilities. Teaching pupils of all ages has numerous benefits. It promotes lifelong learning, encourages personal growth, and fosters a sense of community. Additionally, it helps to develop critical thinking skills and enhances creativity. By providing education to individuals of all ages, we can create a more knowledgeable and well-rounded community. We are able to celebrate the achievements of all our learners as they move from learning to read and write in Nursery right through to taking GCSE and A-Level examinations. A Catholic ethos A Family Orientated School Amazing Specialist Teachers Beautiful Setting Strong Academic Tradition 3 - 19 A Through School 1939 Founded in 1939 500 + Students 100% A-Level Pass Rate 35% Students achieve 5 or more A+/A grades at GCSE OUR HISTORY St Brigid's School is a successful school steeped in history. Located at the foot of the beautiful Clwydian Range, a natural wonder of North Wales. Our school has a captivating history that spans several decades, and we couldn't be prouder to be a part of this incredible community. Join us on an fascinating journey through the rich history of our school and it's Catholic foundations. 1939 1939 1939 1939 The School was established in 1939 by the Congregation of St. Brigid, a convent in Ireland, at the invitation of the Bishop of Menevia, and set up in premises on Park Street in Denbigh. In 1943, the Nuns moved the school to the present premises, an early-Victorian house, and the school became St. Brigid’s Convent School, catering for children from age 4 to 18, from all over Britain and Ireland. 1943 1943 1943 1943 1946 1946 1946 1946 In 1946, the Sisters were asked to provide a Catholic education with high academic and disciplinary standards for the daughters of Polish Officers, thus forming the basis of an international dimension of the school. Over the years, it became a very successful boarding school, and became known as the Brigidine Convent During 1990, when due to the lack of vocations, the Congregation were concerned about the future of the school. A former parent, Mr. William Spencer, purchased the property and leased it to a newly-formed Trust, under the patronage of the Bishop of Wrexham, which ran and developed the school, and it grew as a successful Independent Boarding School. In 1999, the school became Voluntary-Aided, supported by Denbighshire local authority, which it remains to this day. 1999 1999 1999 1999 2024 2024 2024 2024 1996 1996 1996 1996 In 1996 the school became Grant Maintained; the first maintained boarding school in Wales. In 1999, the school became Voluntary-Aided, supported by Denbighshire local authority, which it remains to this day. 1990 1990 1990 1990 A LEGACY Take a trip down memory lane with our collection vintage photos showcasing the rich history of our school. Among the many highlights are the unforgettable pantomimes that captivated audiences for years. Our school has always been proud supporter of the arts, and we continue to carry that tradition today.

Polisïau a Gweithdrefnau Please find below all of our school policy documents. If you would like a printed copy of any of our policies, please contact: stbrigidsadmin@denbighshire.gov.uk or telephone 01745 815228 Policies and Procedures

ST BRIGID'S UPPER SCHOOL Ages 14 - 19 Welcome to the Upper School information page. In Year 10 and 11 the GCSE courses begin and pupils have opportunity to seek careers advice and to focus on the choices available to them post 16, whether that be returning to sixth form or looking at possible college courses. Historically St Brigid’s GCSE results have been the best in the area, these excellent results are attained through first class teaching and the good working relationships that the school fosters between pupils and their teachers. At St. Brigid’s we also aim to provide a supportive and exciting sixth form experience, which gives students the opportunity to pursue academic interests whilst being guided by a team of excellent specialist teachers. Our school’s friendly and positive ethos enables young people to grow into adulthood with confidence and whilst cementing friendships. The Sixth Form at St. Brigid’s is a time for students to develop a broader awareness and understanding of the world around them and how they play a part in shaping it. As a school with a strong faith tradition and ethos, we hold the concept of service in high regard and are deeply committed to helping our students to become compassionate and resilient leaders; we believe that young people have the potential to bring about positive change both within the local and global community. Our sixth formers are role models for the rest of the school and a particularly rewarding aspect of this is interacting with the younger pupils, further developing St. Brigid’s strong sense of community. GCSE LEARNING Students at St Brigid’s can study up to 12 subjects at GCSE. In designing the curriculum, the school aims to foster a broad and balanced choice of subjects to give our students the best possible range of qualifications at GCSE. Year 9 is where learners begin to make decisions about their future. They are asked to select from a range of subject options that they wish to pursue. These learning pathways allow students to specify areas of learning that interest them and may be important for their future careers. Click the Learning Pathways tab to find out about what we offer out pupils. EXAMINATIONS We aim to offer comprehensive support to your child with examinations. Click the links to download our revision guides and tips for those pupils taking exams. Take a look at the presentations delivered at our Parents and Carers Workshop 'Help your child prepare for their exams' in April 2023. Curriculum & Learning Pathways Revision Planning Revision Techniques Parents Exam Workshop ST BRIGIDS SIXTH FORM Small teaching groups mean students learn to listen and present their ideas with thought and coherence, preparing them for university learning. Teachers also have flexibility to personalise learning, whilst nurturing students’ individual interests within an atmosphere of support and challenge. We enjoy an academic tradition, with our students regularly accessing high calibre universities such as Oxford and Cambridge and the institutions within the highly competitive Russell Group. Alongside this, we also have a strong culture of creativity and enquiry, as well as a track-record of developing students as independent learners and as leaders. Many of our students go on to pursue careers in the creative arts and attend highly regarded courses, more recently at The Central School of Speech and Drama and The Arts Educational School, London, for example. All students are valued at St. Brigid’s and we are proud of all of our students fostering an atmosphere where everyone is valued for their individual strengths and talents. This is celebrated at the end of every year with our annual Prizegiving ceremonies. As part of the Denbigh Consortium, we work closely with our neighbours, Denbigh High School in particular, as well as Coleg Llandrillo and Coleg Llysfasi. This is an extremely positive aspect of our sixth form experience as it enables students to access a broader curriculum offer as well as to make new friends. Our students enjoy the opportunity to take a subject at another centre and this is an ideal step towards preparing for Higher Education. 6th Form Consortium Guide Options A TYPICAL DAY A Typical Day: The school day starts at 8.50am with registration. Registration period is used for assemblies on some days, which might be spiritual form time or whole school assemblies. Clubs and activities take place at lunch time and after school. Here is an example of a timetable for a Upper School student. Years 7 - 11 Time Activity 8:50 Start of School Day 8:50 - 9:15 Registration 9:15 - 10:15 Lesson 1 10:20 - 11:20 Lesson 2 10:20 - 11:35 Break 11:35 - 12:35 Lesson 3 12:35 - 1:15 Lunch 1:15 - 2:15 Lesson 4 2:15 - 3:20 Lesson 5 3:20 End of Day Sixth Form Activity Time Registration 8:50 - 9:15 Travel Time/ Self Study 9:15 - 9:45 Lesson 1 9:45 - 11:20 Registration 8:50 - 9:15 Break/Travel Time 11:20 -11:35 Lesson 2 11:35 - 12:35 Lunch/Travel Time 12:35 - 1:20 Lesson 4 1:20 - 2:20 Lesson 5 2:20 - 3:20 End of Day 3:20 To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. ALL THE EXTRAS All pupils in Upper School are given opportunity if they choose to join the Combined Cadet Force and through this they can take part in the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. Learners can have music and singing lessons delivered by specialist teachers and often have leading roles in the annual school production. There is an annual end of term trip in the summer term which is a reward for good behaviour and effort throughout the school day. The Upper School have opportunity to take part in the School Sport’s day. At St. Brigid’s we aim to provide a supportive and exciting sixth form experience, which gives students the opportunity to pursue academic interests whilst being guided by a team of excellent specialist teachers. Our school’s friendly and positive ethos enables young people to grow into adulthood with confidence and whilst cementing friendships.The Sixth Form at St. Brigid’s is a time for students to develop a broader awareness and understanding of the world around them and how they play a part in shaping it. As a school with a strong faith tradition and ethos, we hold the concept of service in high regard and are deeply committed to helping our students to become compassionate and resilient leaders; we believe that young people have the potential to bring about positive change both within the local and global community. Our sixth formers are role models for the rest of the school and a particularly rewarding aspect of this is interacting with the younger pupils, further developing St. Brigid’s strong sense of community. APPLY Applications for September 2024 from students in at St Brigid’s School or Denbigh High School will be made via the students’ current school. For any prospective candidates wishing to apply from other schools, they should do so through the school that hosts the majority of their preferred option subjects above (i.e. If two of the three chosen options from columns A to D are taught at St. Brigid’s School, the application should be made through St. Brigid’s School and vice versa.) All initial applications or declarations of interest must be submitted for initial planning by the end of Friday 24th March 2023. ** Level 3 Public Services Double Award - This Subject must be chosen in both columns A and B. Coleg Cambria Llysfasi - A Small number of full-time land based qualifications are available as part of the consortium. Please contact Coleg Llysfasi directly for details. All candidates must choose 3 options from columns A to D, with the core-studies (Skills Challenge Certificate) representing the fourth AS level subject. Candidates wishing to study four options would only be able to do so if they achieved exceptional GCSE grades and with the agreement of the Senior Leadership Team. This is in the interest of student wellbeing and due to the significant workload this would present. Under normal circumstances candidates must attain a B grade at GCSE in the subject that they wish to study in the 6th form. In the case of subjects that may not have a preceding GCSE or Level 2 qualification (e.g. Psychology), candidates would be expected to have attained a B grade in GCSE English and a C grade in GCSE Mathematics. Options Application Form

ST BRIGID'S MIDDLE SCHOOL Ages 10 - 14 The aim of our Middle School is to promote the safety, success, development and happiness of all learners at St. Brigid’s. Our pastoral system is developed in tiers, which ensures that your children receive the best possible nurture and help throughout their school life at St. Brigid’s; from Form Tutors to senior leaders, to outside agencies, your children are supported at every stage. Every day, pupils have form time where they can check in with their Tutor. Time is spent taking part in welfare checks; collective worship; discussions around current affairs; global issues; reading; ‘This day in History’ to name a few. This is a time for learners to prepare everything they need for the day and share experiences or concerns. Our supportive team talk about the children and any additional support that may be needed. The pastoral head is always available and pupils can be referred for pastoral check ins and 1-1 sessions where necessary. We closely monitor attendance, punctuality and learner engagement at all times to ensure your children have the best possible access to the curriculum throughout each academic year. Where necessary we will liaise with excellent outside agencies that we collaborate with ensuring pupils with specific issues have their needs met. This includes us working with youth services, school-based counsellors, police liaison, behaviour support services and other fantastic external providers. LEARNING The education, care, support and guidance of the pupils is firmly based around our Brigidine Learner Profile which has been adapted and developed to cross reference with the Curriculum for Wales Four Purposes. We aim to develop young people who are: Ambitious, capable learners, ready to learn throughout their lives Enterprising creative contributors, ready to play a full part in life and work. Ethical, informed citizens of Wales and the world. Healthy, confident individuals, ready to lead fulfilling lives as valued members of society. Curriculum for Wales A TYPICAL DAY A Typical Day: The school day starts at 8.50am with registration. Registration period is used for assemblies on some days, which might be spiritual form time or whole school assemblies. Clubs and activities take place at lunch time and after school. Here is an example of a timetable for a Middle School student. Years 3 - 6 Time Activity 8:50 Start of School Day 9:00 - 9:30 Reading and Spelling Activities 9:30 - 10:30 Lesson 1 10:30 - 10:45 Break 10:45 - 12:00 Lesson 2 12:00 - 12:45 Lunch 12:45 - 1:55 Lesson 3 1:55 - 2:05 Break 2:05 - 3:00 Lesson 4 3:00 End of Day Years 7 - 11 Time Activity 8:50 Start of School Day 8:50 - 9:15 Registration 9:15 - 10:15 Lesson 1 10:20 - 11:20 Lesson 2 10:20 - 11:35 Break 11:35 - 12:35 Lesson 3 12:35 - 1:15 Lunch 1:15 - 2:15 Lesson 4 2:15 - 3:20 Lesson 5 3:20 End of Day Equipment and Belongings: We remind pupils that they are responsible for their own belongings. Your child should bring their own personal equipment to use during the day. An example pencil case for a typical child would include: Small regular pencil case HB pencils Blue handwriting pen Small ruler Eraser Dry wipe whiteboard pen Selection of colouring pencils Small pencil sharpener with shavings catcher (no larger winding sharpeners please) Glue stick Highlighter pen Please ensure all items can fit inside a small pencil case. This ensures they cannot be lost while at school or when transporting to and from school. Pupils in Year 3 - 6 also take part in swimming lessons and will be asked to provide a single piece swimming costume/trunks and towel. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. ALL THE EXTRAS Collective worship is integral to our daily life. We have a dedicated Chaplaincy team. All the children can visit our beautiful chapel, a safe place to sit, reflect and pray. The team, led by Mrs. Bollard are always on hand to provide a listening ear. As a school we have collective worship gatherings throughout the week where we come together to celebrate the teachings of Christianity and the Roman Catholic Church. Throughout the year alongside the daily curriculum there are many additional themed days. For example, mental health and well-being days; antibullying sessions; health and fitness and sports days and STEM science projects, all contributing to developing your children’s experiences, knowledge and skills. Our aim is to develop pupils into independent, resilient, kind and caring individuals, ready to learn and prepared for life in our ever-changing world and community. As Head of Middle School, I am responsible for the pastoral care of your children. My role is to promote the safety, success, development and happiness of all learners at St. Brigid’s school. Please look at our prospectus for further information and do not hesitate to contact me should you wish to discuss anything. Georgina Newnham, BA (Hons), QTS, NPQH Head of Middle School

DINING SERVICES School meals are provided by Denbighshire catering services. There is a 3 weekly rota for meals. Please see below for the menu. If you are in receipt of certain benefits and have a household income which does not exceed the current Government threshold, you could be entitled to free schools meals for your child. Click below to find out more. Denbighshire Meals

AM EIN YSGOL Our school is dedicated to achieving our improvement objectives with confidence and determination. We aim to enhance student learning outcomes, improve teacher effectiveness, and foster a positive school culture through the implementation of evidence-based teaching practices, professional development opportunities for our staff, and extracurricular activities that promote student engagement. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive learning environment that supports the academic and personal growth of all our students. These are our current improvement objectives: School Improvement Objectives 01 Objective 1 To create an outstanding curriculum at St. Brigid’s School, grou nded in our Brigidine Learner Profile, and bringing the facets of the Curriculum for Wales and ALN Reform to life for the benefit of every learner. (Curriculum). To consistently deliver our outstanding curriculum to the best possible standard. (Teaching & Learning, Pedagogy) 02 Objective 2 To engender a positive culture of kindness, respect for all, and positive beh aviour for learning. 03 Objective 3 To develop every member of staff, and create a culture of coaching, improvement, autonomy and research-based delivery. Professional Development and Standards) 04 Objective 4 To consistently use effective tracking and monitoring to plan next steps and interventions at every level in the school organisation. (Assessment, Standards, T & L, Leadership) 05 Objective 5 To improve learner and staff emotional health and wellbeing. (Wellbeing, Standards, Leadership) 06 Objective 6 To follow agreed SIFD protocols to continue to manage the budget deficit.

KEEP IN TOUCH We believe effective communication between parents, carers, and schools is crucial for the success of a child's journey at St Brigid' School. At our school, we keep in touch with parents through the SIMS app. We also provide regular newsletters, emails, and parent-teacher conferences. Parents can also contact the school through phone, email, or by scheduling an appointment with the teacher via the school office. We believe that open communication and collaboration between all parties involved is key to ensuring the best possible outcomes for our students. You can also keep up to date by reading out regular St Brigid's newsletter here Click below to read the latest edition. Newsletter Our teachers and staff are happy to talk and should be your first port of contact at school. If you wish to contact us about your child please telephone the school office on 01745 815 228 or email stbrigidsadmin@denbighshire.gov.uk. Phone Mail ABSENCE Parents are asked to telephone the St Brigid's absence line on 01745 815 228 and choose option 1 to report a pupil absence. This is an automated line and parents should leave the name of their child, child’s form group or class and the reason for absence. Alternatively, parents can email ContactF5@Hwbcymru.net with the same information. Please contact the school as early as possible and not later than 9.00a.m., if a pupil cannot attend school because of illness. Please check Public Health Wales for a guide to how long your child should be out of school with illness. Mail SIMS App. Click here to download the SIMS parent app. You can use this to keep up to date about your children directly from the teacher. Including messages, attendance, awards and behaviour incidents. PARENT PAY At St Brigid's we use ParentPay to allow parents to pay for school meals, trips and other activities. This is a secure cashless method of payment. Please contact school for an activation letter to open an account. How to activate your account: How to pay for items: PARENT'S EVENINGS We have regular parent's evenings for pupils. This provides parents the opportunity to speak directly with the teachers at our school. Please check your messages or our calendar for the dates of the next sessions. Click the link below to book a slot for your next meeting. REPORTS Reports are sent out throughout the academic year to parents. Please find this year's schedule of dates for parent's evenings and school reports below. Pupil Report Schedule

Arholiadau Mae'r wefan hon yn cael ei chynllunio i helpu myfyrwyr / rhieni a gofalwyr dros y blynyddoedd arholiad hynod o straen. Rydym wedi ceisio dod o hyd i wybodaeth o wahanol feysydd i'ch helpu gyda'ch dealltwriaeth tuag at y weithdrefn arholi a darparu amrywiaeth o ddogfennau a dolenni i chi. Yn Ysgol Santes Ffraid rydym yn sefyll arholiadau yn: Blwyddyn 10: modiwlau TGAU / BAC WELSH Blwyddyn 11: modiwlau terfynol TGAU / BAC WELSH Blwyddyn 12: modiwlau UG / / BTEC / WELSH BAC Blwyddyn 13: modiwlau A2 / / BTEC / WELSH BAC Arholiadau Cyswllt: Ar gyfer pob ymholiad Arholiad, cysylltwch â: Louise Bollard Swyddog Arholiadau Mrs Louise Bollard - Swyddog Arholiadau Ysgol Santes Ffraid Plas Yn Wyrdd Dinbych LL16 4BH Ffôn: 01745 817916 E-bost: stbrigidsexamofficer@denbighshire.gov.uk Exam Information A/S & A Level Exam Timetable Mock GCSE Exam Timetable Exam Appeals Policy Exam Checklist Tips for Exam Success Diwrnod Canlyniadau Lefel A - Dydd Iau 13eg Awst 2020. TGAU - Dydd Iau 20fed Awst 2020. Bydd y Swyddfa Weinyddol flaen ar agor i fyfyrwyr rhwng 9am a 12pm. Gall unrhyw ddisgybl nad yw'n gallu casglu ei ganlyniadau arholiad naill ai gael e-bost, ei godi gan berson awdurdodedig neu ei anfon yn uniongyrchol i'w gyfeiriad cartref. Rhaid rhoi amlen â chyfeiriad wedi'i stampio i Mrs Bollard, cyn eu harholiad diwethaf. Dim ond ar Ddiwrnodau Canlyniadau y bydd Ysgol DS ar agor Ymholiadau am Ganlyniadau Llungopïau â Blaenoriaeth TAW YN UNIG Mae gan ymgeiswyr hawl i gael mynediad i'w sgriptiau wedi'u marcio yn dilyn canlyniadau'r arholiadau. Os ydych am weld sgript i benderfynu a ddylid adolygu ei farc ai peidio, yna gallwch ofyn am lungopi blaenoriaeth o'r sgript. Rhaid cyflwyno ceisiadau erbyn Awst 21ain fan bellaf - gofynnwch i Mrs Bollard am ffurflen gais. Mynediad at Sgriptiau TAG a TGAU Cais am lungopïau o sgriptiau - cost oddeutu. £ 14 Dim ond ar Ddiwrnodau Canlyniadau y bydd Ysgol DS ar agor. Anfonir y llungopïau i'r ganolfan erbyn Medi 10fed fan bellaf fel y gallwch benderfynu a ddylech gyflwyno ymholiad ai peidio. Y dyddiad diweddaraf i gyflwyno ymholiad yw Medi 20fed. Sgriptiau Gwreiddiol Mae gan ymgeiswyr hawl i gael mynediad i'w sgriptiau wedi'u marcio yn dilyn canlyniadau'r arholiadau. Mae hwn ar gael ar gyfer TGAU a TAG Ceisiadau am sgriptiau gwreiddiol - cost oddeutu. £ 12 Rhaid cyflwyno ceisiadau erbyn Hydref 4ydd - gweler Mrs Bollard am ffurflenni cais. Dylai sgriptiau gyrraedd yr ysgol rhwng Medi 21ain a Tachwedd 22ain. Ni fydd y sgriptiau hyn yn gymwys ar gyfer ymholiadau am ganlyniadau ond maent er budd cyffredinol neu i lywio dysgu yn y dyfodol. Dylid gwneud pob taliad ar-lein trwy Parent Pay www.parentpay.com neu mewn manwerthwr Pwynt Talu

CCF Santes Ffraid Mae Tystysgrif Teilyngdod Gwynedd am ei gwasanaeth i'r CCF, a Rhingyll Hedfan Cadetiaid Harriet Gaskin ym Mlwyddyn 12 wedi cael ei dewis yn un o Arglwydd Raglaw Cadetiaid Clwyd ar gyfer 2021. Ar ben y cyfan, Arglwydd Raglaw Cadet Clwyd y llynedd ar gyfer 2020 , cadarnhawyd bod ein Prif Fachgen, Swyddog Gwarant Cadetiaid Llyon Morgan-Read yn cwblhau ei flwyddyn o wasanaeth. Dechreuodd Capten Bunn ei gyrfa CCF yn SW England yn 2002, gan ymuno ag Ysgol St Brigid yn 2009 ac mae wedi bod yn ffigwr canolog ym mhopeth ers hynny. Hi yw arweinydd cynllunio Cyngor Sir Dinbych, gan sicrhau cydymffurfiad â'r fframwaith cyfreithiol gweithgaredd anturus. Hi yw rheolwr rhaglen Dug Caeredin, ar ôl cefnogi dros 350 o gyfranogwyr i gyflawni dros 450 o wobrau, gan gynnwys 35 ar y lefel aur uchaf. Ar ôl i’r awdurdod addysg lleol dynnu’r holl gefnogaeth yn ôl, bu’n allweddol wrth gael trwydded Awdurdod Gweithredol, sy’n caniatáu inni barhau i gyflwyno Gwobr Dug Caeredin. Am gyfnod byr fel Hyfforddwr Staff Ysgol stand-yp, hi hefyd oedd y prif swyddog cynllunio ar gyfer yr holl weithgareddau Wrth Gefn. Y tu allan i'r swyddfa, fodd bynnag, yw'r Capten Bunn sydd orau. Yn weithgar ar bron bob un o'n digwyddiadau, mae hi wedi mynychu pob gwersyll haf yn y Fyddin er 2009, pob cystadleuaeth ddringo'r Frigâd ers 2010 a llawer o gyfarfodydd sgiliau arfau, Patroliaid Cambrian a diwrnodau maes eraill. Mae hi wedi goruchwylio ar dros ugain sesiwn dringo diwrnod llawn ac wedi mynd â llawer o grwpiau i fyny'r Wyddfa. Mae hi wedi bod ar dros 50 o alldeithiau yn y DU (ar Ynys Môn, y Clwydiaid, Eryri a Rhanbarth Llynnoedd Lloegr), ac ar ddwy alldaith dramor, i Kenya yn 2014 a De Affrica yn 2016. Mae ganddi gymwysterau hyfforddi mewn merlota mynydd a dan do. dringo, ac mae'n Asesydd Alldaith Lefel Aur Dug Caeredin. Mae hi wedi bod yn oruchwyliwr cwrs rhwystrau ac yn oruchwyliwr twr dringo symudol ac mae'n Athro Nofio ASA. Mae Rhingyll Hedfan Cadetiaid Harriet Gaskin (Blwyddyn 12) wedi bod yn Adran yr RAF ers mis Medi 2017, ac mae'n cymryd rhan ym mron pob gweithgaredd. Mae hi wedi mynychu gwersylloedd yn RAF Wittering (yn ne ddwyrain Lloegr) a Chanolfan Hyfforddi Cadetiaid yn Inskip (ger Preston). Mae hi wedi hedfan bedair gwaith, gan gwblhau ei hyfforddiant tir hedfan yn 2018 i fod yn gymwys ar gyfer ei Adenydd Glas. Am dair blynedd yn olynol, bu yng ngharfan lwyddiannus y Cynghrair yng nghystadleuaeth hyfforddi daear flynyddol y cadetiaid awyr, Tlws y Sgwadron Awyr, yn cynrychioli Cymru yn y rowndiau terfynol Cenedlaethol. Roedd hi'n rhan o'r tîm saethu a enillodd wobr gyffredinol y tîm, ar draws holl Adrannau RAF y DU, am ddwy flynedd yn olynol. Pasiodd gwrs Dulliau Cyfarwyddo ym mis Ebrill 2019, gan ddod yn Gadét Hyfforddwr, ac mae bellach yn dysgu pob agwedd ar faes llafur y cadetiaid awyr i bob grŵp blwyddyn. Mae hi wedi cwblhau Gwobrau Efydd ac Arian Dug Caeredin, gydag alldeithiau ar Ynys Môn, y Clwydiaid ac Eryri, ac mae'n gweithio tuag at ei Gwobr Aur. Mae ganddi gymwysterau mewn cymorth cyntaf a dringo dan do, ac mae wedi bod yn rhan o'r tîm dringo wrth gefn mewn tair Cystadleuaeth Dringo Cadetiaid ledled Cymru. Da ceart i'r hawl Arglwydd Raglaw Gogledd Cymru yw cynrychiolydd y Frenhines, ar achlysuron dinesig a Brenhinol. Maent yn apwyntiad hynafol, a ddechreuwyd gyntaf gan Harri VIII, i ymrestru i'r milisia lleol ar adegau o argyfwng. Bellach yn benodiad anrhydeddus, mae Arglwyddi Raglaw Gwynedd a Clwyd yn gweinyddu dros yr ardaloedd a gwmpesir gan yr 'hen' siroedd wrth gefn, a ddisodlwyd ym 1996. Bob blwyddyn, mae pob Arglwydd Raglaw yn cynnal seremoni wobrwyo, i gydnabod y rhai ymhlith y Lluoedd Wrth Gefn a'r Cadetiaid, sydd wedi cyfrannu fwyaf at eu cymunedau penodol. O ran Cadetiaid yr Arglwydd Raglaw, mae pob unigolyn wedi cyfrannu llawer at eu llu cadetiaid eu hunain ac yn cael eu dewis i helpu'r Arglwydd Raglaw i gyflawni eu dyletswyddau trwy gydol y flwyddyn.