23 Mai 2025
Croeso
As we bid farewell to our Year 13 students today, we take a moment to reflect on the many years they have spent with us and the remarkable journeys they have each undertaken. We are incredibly proud of every single one of them—their personal growth, achievements and resilience have left a lasting impression on our school community.
A special thank you goes to Alumni speaker Ben Guy, who returned to share words of encouragement and inspiration. His message truly resonated with the students as they prepare to take their next steps.
We were also treated to wonderful musical performances from Natasha and Georgia, adding a fitting and emotional touch to this special occasion.
As our Year 13 students now turn the page to begin an exciting new chapter in their lives, we wish them every success and happiness. They will always remain a valued part of the Castell Alun family, and we look forward to following their future adventures.
Our heartfelt thanks go to all their teachers, parents and especially to Mrs Edwards, Director of Sixth Form, and Miss Robinson, Assistant Director of Sixth Form, for their unwavering support, care and guidance throughout the years.
We also said hwyl fawr to our Year 11 students, who have conducted themselves impeccably throughout the external exam period. While many will return to join us in Sixth Form, we send our best wishes to all of them—for the remainder of their exams and for whatever path they choose next, whether that’s further education, apprenticeships, or new opportunities elsewhere.
A Visit from Dresden
On Friday 16th May, some Year 8 and Year 9 classes were lucky enough to have their German lesson delivered by Maria Wolowski, a primary school teacher from Dresden. Maria is currently in Wales working with Ysgol Derwen as part of their project with UK-German Connection. While she has been heavily involved with Derwen’s German project, Maria did short sessions with groups at Castell Alun and talked all about German culture, festivals, schools and answered some enthusiastic questions from our students.
Diolch yn fawr to Miss Ellingham at Ysgol Derwen for organising Maria’s visit to Castell Alun and danke schön to Maria for her insightful sessions on life in Germany!
Hugo Kicks off DJ Event
We’re thrilled to share some exciting news from the weekend! One of our very own, Hugo, had the incredible opportunity to open an outdoor music event at Rufus Court in Chester. The event marked the 10th anniversary celebration of renowned DJs Geddes & Gioia.
Hugo took to the decks to kick off the festivities, performing a live DJ set alongside a lineup of well-known names from the music scene. His performance was fantastic—he brought great energy to the stage and set the tone for an unforgettable evening.
Well done, Hugo, on such a brilliant achievement!
Thank You to Our Bench Sponsors
It truly takes a supportive community to help our school thrive, and we’re incredibly grateful for the generosity shown once again.
This time, we extend a heartfelt thank you to the individuals and local businesses who have sponsored benches for our students. These additions will greatly enhance our outdoor spaces and provide a more welcoming and comfortable environment for everyone to enjoy during lunchtime.
We’ll be sharing photos and acknowledging our kind sponsors very soon—watch this space!
Oaks U13 Crowned Champions
Huge congratulations to the Kinnerton Oaks U13s team, who have been crowned winners of the Flintshire Junior & Youth Football League U13s League Cup! We’re especially proud to see several of our Year 8 students playing key roles in the team’s success—well done to James, Austin, Sam, Zavier, Rafael, Marcus, Eric and Callum for their fantastic achievement!
The team put on a stellar performance in the final, securing a 3-0 victory over Mold Alex. Their road to the final was no easy feat—they battled through tough matches, knocking out Saltney, Buckley and Mynydd Isa in the earlier rounds.
A fantastic achievement and a proud moment for the team—well done to all the players, coaches, and supporters!
Castell Alun Trio Shine in Cricket Clash
Three Castell Alun students proudly represented North Wales in an U19 cricket fixture held at the prestigious Shrewsbury School. Sixth Formers Sion and Evan, along with Year 11 student Josh, took part. It proved to be a thrilling and high-scoring encounter.
The match was closely contested, with Shrewsbury School narrowly securing victory in the final stages. Despite the result, having such strong representation from Castell Alun is a tremendous achievement. It is a testament to the students’ talent and dedication.
We are very proud of Sion, Evan, and Josh, and wish them every success in the season ahead. Sion, a Year 13 student, plans to continue his cricket journey by playing in Australia next year—an exciting opportunity. We’ll be following his progress with great interest and can’t wait to hear how he gets on. This launch event marks the start of a meaningful journey for students aiming to lead positive change in school and beyond. With guidance and support, they will work on projects and engage in discussions that promote inclusion, ambition, and real impact.
Our students are eager to make a difference and embrace their roles as confident, compassionate young leaders.
Cheerleading Success
A huge congratulations to our incredible KS3 Cheerleading team. They competed in the BCC Schools Cheerleading Competition recently and proudly brought home 2nd place!
The team has shown amazing dedication, training every Friday lunchtime and after school with their fantastic coach, Maria. Their commitment, teamwork and hard work have truly paid off with this fantastic result.
Da iawn, genod – a brilliant achievement and something to be really proud of!
Year 7 Students Shine at Super12
Our Year 7 boys rugby team travelled to Mold RFC to take part in the exciting Super12 competition. They put on a fantastic display of rugby! The team played with great spirit and skill, securing two impressive wins and narrowly losing one match. Da iawn, fechgyn – a brilliant effort and a great experience for all involved!
Upcoming Events
You can see our full range of upcoming events by heading over to our Events Calendar page.
In Closing
As another half term ends, we take pride in everything achieved across our school community. From heartfelt farewells and sports victories to cultural trips and creative performances, this term has been truly memorable. It has once again shown the strength, spirit and shared commitment of everyone at Castell Alun. Our values—respect, determination and honesty—continue to guide all we do, every day.
We are incredibly proud of how students and staff live these values in school and beyond. Thank you to students, families, staff and our wider community for supporting our young people’s futures. We look ahead to the final part of the year with energy, optimism and a strong desire to succeed.
Mwynhewch eich gwyliau – enjoy your holidays
Safeguarding
If you have any safeguarding concerns, please contact our Designated Safeguarding Officers: Mr Ellis, Mrs Davies or Mr Stewart. You can reach them via the School Office or by using our Contact Form.
