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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
If anyone knows who the young man in the photo is please get in touch with us.
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Alun School
5 years
The real pleasures of being a teacher at the Alun school. On duty at lunchtime and I stumble across these two, just having a play, in the music room. Awesome Louise and Molly #proudschool @leaderlive
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@alunschool
Alun School
3 years
Today we wave a sad goodbye to our amazing deputy headteacher Mr Ellis as he leaves us to become the headteacher of Castell Alun. Good Luck Col. You will be greatly missed. #ShowMeTheWayToCastellAlun @CastellAlun
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@alunschool
Alun School
5 years
Congratulations to Ray Humphreys, legendary Alun School Geology teacher, collecting his British Empire Medal from Buckingham Palace today for services to teaching. So well deserved.
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
A message from the head to put this in perspective
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
Matthew Hogg 8GP plays for Chester Deaf Football Club and has recently been selected for the England Pathway.
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Alun School
4 years
The Alun School salutes the NHS:
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Alun School
6 months
Thank you to all our staff and students for an incredible effort in trying circumstances. Over 1000 students were safely evacuated, electrical equipment was saved from flooded rooms and sandbag walls were swiftly built.
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
Through the separation we came together. Watch Alun students and staff keep the toilet roll up and get it back to Mr Ellis.
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
A fantastic achievement from Layla Bradbrook 8DS. After being diagnosed with Crohn's disease last year, she decided to do a 100 mile charity ride from her garage. After 6 hours of gruelling cycling she reached her target. Raising £1,515. @leaderlive
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@alunschool
Alun School
5 years
Many congratulations to Mike Newland, our coordinator of English, who has been awarded an inspirational teacher award from Oxford University. Very well deserved indeed.
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
First day done for Y12 and Y7. Thank you all for your calm approach around school, wearing masks where appropriate and hand sanitising frequently. A great example to the rest of the school
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
Well done Alunites. That is the first day done. Really proud of you all, for your sensible behaviour, wearing masks and taking the changes in your stride. Every day the one way system will get a little bit clearer and finding your way will get a little easier. #Diolch #FirstDay
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@alunschool
Alun School
3 years
The Last Post played for Remembrance Day 2020 at the Alun School
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
We have managed to get some materials and made a few visors this morning for front line workers. Thanks to Mr Browne and Mr Jones for their expertise.
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@alunschool
Alun School
3 years
Here is a piece of social history emerging from beneath the wooden floor of the Daniel Owen Gym which is presently being replaced, after 80 years of use. We have discovered a cigarette packet from the 1930s (we can date it precisely by the card shown on the image below).
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@alunschool
Alun School
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We have been made aware of this message on social media from one of our new Y7 parents. A testament to the kindness of some of our older students. As a school we have seen and thanked as many of the students involved as we can.
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Alun School
3 years
Following our appeal for old laptops, a massive #thanks to @SandTSystems . They responded by buying 5 new laptops for our students to use in their online learning. Pictured are directors Tudor Jones and Simon Thelwell presenting them to Headteacher Jane Cooper #diolch
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
A cheque for £2000 has been presented to Alder Hey children's hospital; it was the school charity for 2019-20
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Alun School
4 years
Some quotes from our students about what they got from being in school this week... "Laughing with my friends and tutor again!" "Seeing familiar faces" "Getting out of the house for a few hours" "Talking about what it's been like" "Calming my anxiety before September"
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@alunschool
Alun School
5 years
We are celebrating the success of Olivia Grace Jones of year 12 in gaining a prestigious Seren summer school place at Harvard University in the United States of America.
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Alun School
4 years
The Alun School is delighted at the news all students will be returning to school in September. We will be working with Welsh government guidance to develop a plan that will be shared with all parents and students before the end of this term.
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@alunschool
Alun School
3 years
We continue to be astounded by the generosity of our community. This is Rob Lewis from @Celtic_FP donating another 3 brand new laptops to the school. These will be going straight out to students to help them with online learning. #diolch #cymuned #community
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@alunschool
Alun School
5 years
Here are some images from our extraordinary remembrance service this morning. We will remember them.
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
Y6 students coming to the Alun next year, we are releasing a series of clips to introduce you to the people you will meet in school. First, Mrs Cooper, the headteacher...
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
As well as Charlie Hulson (ex-Alunite) competing in the Elite London Marathon yesterday in a PB (20th overall, 5th UK) our very own Miss Stopforth did a virtual London Marathon, completing it in 3:35:35. Well done both!
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@alunschool
Alun School
5 years
Congratulations to Orla Davies for winning our sports personality of the year award.
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
Our normal postman couldn't make it today, but his replacement did a decent job. Thank you @RoyalMail @PostOffice
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@alunschool
Alun School
5 years
Five of our year 13 students have been successful in receiving offers to study at Cambridge University, starting this October.
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@alunschool
Alun School
5 years
The hard work of staff and students has paid off as we have maintained our status as a green school in the latest Welsh Government gradings. #proud
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
As we come to the end of a very unusual half term, we'd like to thank our students and staff for their patience, hard work and resilience in very difficult circumstances. We look forward to welcoming you all back in person or remotely on Tuesday, 3rd November.
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
Thank you Y11 for your hard work all week, attending online lessons. Our stats show that attendance in streamed lessons was over 90% for the week. Really proud of you all for logging on, engaging and learning. #HardWorkPaysOff #ProudSchool
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Alun School
3 years
Really nice to get some positive feedback regarding our students in the community. If you know who this student is please contact the school so we can thank him.
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
Planning for reopening. One way system in place.
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
Year 6 - We are looking forward to you joining our school. We thought you might like a virtual tour to help you find your way around. There will be a chance for you to ask any questions you might have soon soon.
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
Next person to introduce to our soon to be Y7s is Mr Ellis, deputy headteacher... Full video can be found here
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
Evey Garner from Y13, Chair of @AlunSchCouncil asking @Kirsty_Williams @wgmin_education a question in today's @WelshGovernment briefing
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@alunschool
Alun School
1 year
Congratulations to our Y8 boys football team who yesterday were crowned Welsh Schools Champions after beating Strade 4-2 on penalties following an exciting 5-5. They now go on to represent Wales against the champions of England, Scottish and Ireland. 🏆 🥳 🏆 🥳 🏆
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@alunschool
Alun School
1 year
Great to receive emails such as this...
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@alunschool
Alun School
5 years
Ewan enjoying his first day at the Alun. #FirstDayOfSchool2019
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@alunschool
Alun School
3 years
School will be open as normal for all students and staff on Wednesday 5th May Thank you to the local authority for ensuring that the site is clear and safe for students and staff
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@alunschool
Alun School
5 years
Celebrating the best A level results the school has ever had! 32 students gained 3 A grades or better.
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@alunschool
Alun School
3 years
...and we're back. #CroesoNol #backtoschool
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Alun School
4 years
Alun School has been categorised as green for the fifth consecutive year according to Welsh Government's School Categorisation System. This is the highest rating possible. @wgmin_education @KenSkatesAM @RobDelyn #proud #achievement
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
We are looking forward to continuing education through this firebreak lockdown. Teachers will be ensuring students in years 9 to 13 continue to learn from home. We will share more details, once we have received further guidance.
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
Our staff are getting ready to make scrub bags, masks and headbands for #NHS . #InThisTogether
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
Alunites, are you ready? Timetable ✅ Waterbottle ✅ Mask ✅ Uniform ✅ Pencilcase ✅ Coat ✅ Calculator ✅ Alarm set ✅ Welcome Back
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Alun School
6 years
Just had the pleasure of watching some incredible performances at the Alun school Eisteddfod. Please listen to Molly Fleming, year 7, singing her solo. Bendigedig! (Apologies about the camera work)
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@alunschool
Alun School
5 years
Another very proud day for all teachers and parents of Y11 students at the Alun. Fabulous results and well deserved after two years of hard work. Congratulations to you all. Llongyfarchiadau i chi gyd. Over 80% 5A*-C, Almost 70% 5A*-C including Eng and Maths. #GCSEResults2019
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Alun School
5 years
This is the exceptional photograph that won first place at the North Wales open for young artists 2019. It is displayed in Theatr Clwyd until August 24th. Taken by Amilie Ashley-Cooper, year 12.
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Alun School
4 years
Mrs Cooper receives the mail from an Imperial Stormtrooper whilst making sure she maintains the rules of social distancing @RoyalMail @PostOffice @moldtowncouncil
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Alun School
4 years
We tracked him down. A gift from the school and @hannahblythyn given to thank him for his effort.
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Alun School
2 years
Phoebe and Olivia joined Mrs Cooper this morning in laying a wreath at the Cenotaph on Bailey Hill in Mold as part of the Rememberance Day commemorations.
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Alun School
3 years
We did it! We are in the semi finals of the Welsh Schools Virtual Hockey Tournament. Thank you to all of you who voted and thank you to @Fitzalan_PE for making such worthy opponents. That was too close for comfort. Bring on @CastellAlun !
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@alunschool
Alun School
5 years
Another one of those times when being a teacher at the Alun is so special. I was just completing next years timetable and these 6 students walk in. Apparently lacking in confidence and worried about performing tomorrow in front of the school. On the spot, I said, 'show me'.
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@alunschool
Alun School
3 years
If you go down to the quad today you're in for a little surprise! Our newly painted periodic table takes pride of place.
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@alunschool
Alun School
5 years
Exceptionally talented Lewis Byles of year 8 attended the European Taekwondo Championships in Croatia this weekend. We are delighted to report that he won: * Gold in Continuous Sparring making him European Champion. * Silver in Point Stop Sparring * Silver in Black belt patterns
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@alunschool
Alun School
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We are delighted for our students who have received outstanding results. They have worked hard and thoroughly deserve their success We would like to wish them good luck for their next steps whether at university, on higher level apprenticeships or as they enter the world of work
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@alunschool
Alun School
6 years
Delighted to announce that Ray Humphreys, ex-teacher of Geology at our school, has been awarded the British Empire Medal for services to Geology and education.
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@alunschool
Alun School
5 years
School choir singing on a beautiful day at @moldfoodfest
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
Good luck Y11 as you move on to the next stage of your lives. Today should've been your shirt signing day and achievement ceremony. In these strange times neither can happen. We look forward to seeing you all again in more normal times.
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@alunschool
Alun School
2 years
The Alun School community is saddened to hear of the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II. Her life of service and duty has been inspirational. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Royal Family at this time.
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@alunschool
Alun School
5 years
Due to the snowy conditions, Alun School will be closed today.
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
To all our parents. Our final whole school letter of the year including plans for the start of term in the autumn. Enjoy your summer. See you in September
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Alun School
6 years
Congratulations to Jessica Randell who has been given an award for Excellence by the Royal Geographical Society this week for achieving the highest score in her GCSE Geog exams in the U.K. Fantastic achievement!
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
Congratulations to Ffion Martin, Year 11. Representing Wales u17 netball this weekend in the Euro champs. Great start, defeating Scotland. Pob lwc Ffion @welshnetball #proudschool
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
Excellent news - Charlotte Roberts, who left our sixth form three years ago, gained a 2:1 from Glasgow school of Art and has just been awarded Graduate 2020 from the Royal Glasgow Institute of Fine Arts which amongst other things means she gets an Exhibition in their gallery.
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@alunschool
Alun School
6 years
Congratulations to Liam who plays for Everton and will represent Wales u15's in Brittany after half term . Also to Henry who plays for Stoke, and will be flying out to Greece next week, representing Wales U16'S against the hosts, Russia, Estonia and Slovakia. Best of luck lads
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@alunschool
Alun School
3 years
What a day that was! Really lovely to meet our new Y7s as they start their journey as part of the Alun family. Great to see so many smiling faces at the end of the day. Below are a few photos of what they got up to.
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@alunschool
Alun School
3 years
This week @FlintshireCC planted 19 trees next to our astroturf, working with the school @moldtowncouncil @North_Wales_WT and @CapacityMktg  who generously funded the purchase of the trees. #community #collaboration #sustainable #communities
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Alun School
5 years
Many congratulations to five of our year 13 students for getting offers to study at Cambridge University this September.
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@alunschool
Alun School
3 years
Thank you to our students for all their hard work this week in online lessons. Whilst the situation isn't ideal we appreciate you being there in your live online lessons. As we continue to another week of online learning next week, please continue to engage as you have been.
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Alun School
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Alun School
3 years
Due to unauthorised visitors on site school will be closed to pupils and staff on Tues 4 May Remote learning will be in place and pupils should follow their usual timetable We understand the disruption caused and are working closely with @FlintshireCC and @NWPolice to resolve
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@alunschool
Alun School
3 years
A moment of beauty this morning as a student arrives at school wreathed in mist with the sun on their back
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
Pob lwc i Mr Morris who will be playing for Bala Town against Standard Liege in the Europa League next Thursday #YrAlunYnEwrop #TheAlunInEurope
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@alunschool
Alun School
6 years
Alun School GCSE Results Summary. Another great cohort and another set of happy students. #proud #gcseresults2018 #gcseresultsday
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Alun School
6 years
Due to the current weather situation and high probability of a further decline, the school will be closed on Friday 2nd March.
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Alun School
4 years
A spectacular sunrise to mark the dawn of a new school week.
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Alun School
4 years
Our current intention is to open school for all year groups on Thursday 19th March and Friday 20th March.
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Alun School
3 years
Congratulations to Y10 and 11 students whose hard work has been rewarded with excellent results today. We are very proud of our students who have worked so hard through a challenging year.
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Alun School
6 years
A remarkable tribute to the fallen of the Great War by Jessica Barton in year 7.
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Alun School
5 years
And they all got the grades they needed to go! Many many congratulations.
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Alun School
5 years
Five of our year 13 students have been successful in receiving offers to study at Cambridge University, starting this October.
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Alun School
5 years
The message around school...
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Alun School
3 years
Adam left the Alun in 2018 to attend the @RMASandhurst and has just been commissioned into the @BritishArmy as a 2nd Lieutenant. A great role model to our new Y7s on what can be achieved with commitment and motivation. Llongyfarchiadau Adam! #Alunite #ProudSchool
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
30 uniform bags and back band expanders produced by Alun School staff gratefully received by the A & E department in the @TheCountessNHS , Chester @NHS #InThisTogether
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@alunschool
Alun School
7 months
A big thank you to the anonymous parent who called in yesterday morning to donate approximately £200 worth of brand new stationery to the school. This will go a long way to help students who don't have stationery items of their own in school
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Alun School
6 months
After a big clean up operation on Friday and over the weekend we are glad to be able to open fully to all students on Monday.
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@alunschool
Alun School
2 years
A great PE transition day at the Alun today in the 🌞🌞🌞 Organised and run by our amazing Y9s we got a chance to meet our wonderful new (soon to be) Y7s. Croeso i'r Alun ⚽️🏀🏈🎾🏉
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@alunschool
Alun School
3 years
School is closed today due to a burst water main. The school has no water. Work will be sent via teams or email
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
Happy Christmas Alunites!
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@alunschool
Alun School
5 years
Ex pupil Sophie Hodby is volunteering in Uganda. She is helping to build a medical centre in a rural area. Hannah Teeson and Tilly Bennett of Year 10 have been selling ice pops for several months to support Sophie. They have raised an amazing £256.60.
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@alunschool
Alun School
6 years
13MD is folding today! Special gifts created by their form tutor on display - best wishes to all our year 13 students who are leaving today.
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Alun School
5 years
The ensemble.
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Alun School
3 years
Sunrise through the silver birch tree next to the sports centre.
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@alunschool
Alun School
6 years
Farewell to Mr Jess after 28 years at the Alun School, off to new adventures in France.
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@alunschool
Alun School
4 years
Another good day in school. Thank you all for learning the one way system and your calmness in the building. Don't forget your masks tomorrow for the corridors and the buses. The school supplies are for emergencies only #YsgolBalch #ProudSchool
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@alunschool
Alun School
5 years
This photo from our year 9 visit to the battlefields needs no more details.
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