16 Mai 2025
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Welcome to this week’s School Blog! The sun is still shining, and our school community continues to shine just as brightly. With GCSE and A-Level exams in full flow, we are incredibly proud of how our students are conducting themselves—showing true respect for the process, determination to do their best, and honesty in all they do. Their focus and maturity are a credit to them and to our school values. We wish each and every one of them the very best of luck in the weeks ahead!
Lessons from the Past
Over the weekend, we marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE Day), a moment of reflection and gratitude for those who fought and sacrificed so much during the Second World War. As a school, we held a minute’s silence to honour the memory of all who served, and especially those who lost their lives. It’s vital that we continue to remember the individuals behind the history—their courage, hardship and resilience—so that the lessons of the past are never forgotten.
In school, our Year 9 students have been deepening their understanding of conflict through their study of World War I. As part of their history project, they were asked to carry out local research into soldiers from the First World War, choosing their own creative ways to present what they found. The results were truly inspiring, from a handmade crochet bouquet of remembrance flowers, to handmade and iced cakes, to an original rap that Kate from 9T confidently performed for her classmates.
Studying past conflicts not only helps students develop historical knowledge, but also encourages empathy, critical thinking and a deeper appreciation for peace. Through projects like these, we hope to ensure that younger generations continue to remember and learn from those who came before them.
Sporting Achievements
We are always incredibly proud of our students and their achievements, both in and out of school. Their resilience, commitment and enthusiasm never fail to impress us. This week has been no exception—here are just a few highlights showcasing what they’ve accomplished.
Congratulations to our talented Year 8, 9, and 10 athletes who represented Flintshire at the North East Wales Athletics competition on Tuesday. We’re incredibly proud of their performances and are delighted to share that the following students either won or placed second in their events, securing a place to represent North East Wales Schools at the Welsh Schools competition in Aberdare later this year:
Lasitha – 1st/2nd in 100m and 200m
Kate – Javelin
Esme – Triple Jump
Bethan – 1500m
Well done to all involved—your hard work and dedication are truly inspiring!
On Tuesday Gethin, Harry and Alfie played in the U13 Flintshire County Cup final against Brymbo and they won! What a fantastic achievement.
Congratulations also to James in 😯 who travelled to Scotland last week to compete in the British National Mountain Bike Championships. He came 18th out of 85 which is a fantastic achievement against the whole of the UK!
A huge congratulations to Mold Robins, who have achieved an outstanding result—finishing 1st in the league and 1st on finals day! Every member of the team has shown incredible dedication, teamwork and determination, and this well-deserved success is a testament to their hard work throughout the season.
Their fantastic performance means they’ve now qualified for the nationals at Bangor University on Saturday, 17th May. We’ll be cheering them on and wishing them the very best of luck. We know they’ll give it 100%—as they always do.
Fingers crossed for another great result this weekend!
Upcoming Events
You can see our full range of upcoming events by heading over to our Events Calendar page.
In Closing
As we head into the last week of the half term, we continue to be inspired by the energy, creativity and commitment shown across our school community. Whether it’s through academic success, sporting achievements, or acts of kindness and respect, our students truly embody the values we hold dear. Thank you for your continued support, and as always—Byddwch yn ddisglair, Castell Alun- keep on shining, Castell Alun!
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.
