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Rhyl Journal
4 days ago
- General
- Rhyl Journal
New initiative by Prestatyn school to crack down on lateness
Parents and carers at Prestatyn High School were informed of the initiative called 'Every Minute Matters' in a letter sent ahead of the school's return in September. The school highlighted concerns that 'there are still too many learners that are being late to school and to lessons,' adding that lateness not only means students miss vital learning but also "disrupts others". The letter explained: 'Next year, we are improving our systems to address this. "The new system will mean increased sanctions for learners who are late to school or late to lessons. School starts at 8.40am and learners need to be here every day and on time. Every minute matters and essential learning is missed if learners are late. MORE NEWS Son of late rocker Mike Peters celebrates A-level success Scaled-down Rhyl hospital plans unveiled – nearly a decade after expected opening Water restoration schedule: When Flintshire residents can expect supply to return "We will also continue to have a strong focus on attendance to ensure that our learners continue to have the best chances of success by being in school every day." All pupils have an attendance target of above 97 per cent. The school said that "persistent, poor attendance" will be addressed by the attendance policy. Prestatyn High will also maintain its mobile phone policy, introduced last year, which has been described as 'extremely successful.' This will continue in September. At the start of every lesson, pupils will be expected to place their mobile phone into a secure pouch. The letter said: "It is important that all learners are responsive, respectful, and that they comply with our expectations."
Rhyl Journal
13-08-2025
- General
- Rhyl Journal
Work on refurbishment of Prestatyn High School starts
Part of Prestatyn High School is being revamped; Denbighshire County Council's Property team, supported by the Council's Education and Children's Services, are managing a refurbishment programme of the two storey Block One at the school. The internal refurbishment will include new suspended ceilings, floor coverings, wall finishes, oak skirtings and dado rails. Work will also see new fire doors fitted together with mechanical and electrical upgrades. MORE NEWS Youths allegedly 'cheered' as they threw sheep over wall onto road in Llandudno REVIEW: Rediscovering Llandudno Pier - 'Pier of the Year 2025' Councillor Diane King, Lead Member for Education, Children and Families said: 'We are pleased to be able to go ahead with this work to refurbish this area of the school. The refurbishment of Block One at Prestatyn High will greatly improve the learning environment for both pupils and teachers. 'We are grateful to the school for their support while this important work is carried out.' The work is due to be completed by the end of October.
Leader Live
07-06-2025
- Sport
- Leader Live
Wales schools to compete in NFL Flag UK Championships
Ysgol Gwynedd in Flint and Prestatyn High School will represent Wales at the UK NFL Flag 2025 National Championships in Leeds on Tuesday, June 17. The schools secured their places by winning their age categories at the Welsh NFL Flag National Championships, held on May 6 at Cardiff Metropolitan High School one the 15U Girls' tournament (Image: NFL) Ysgol Gwynedd triumphed in the 11U Mixed division, while Prestatyn High School won the 15U Girls' tournament. Dr Chris Long, NFL head of youth football and grassroots development, said: "Thank you to all the schools from across Wales who have competed in this year's championship, and its preceding qualifiers. "We are so pleased to see more and more people of all ages playing NFL Flag, some coming back year after year and developing their game, some getting their first taste of American football. "We look forward to welcoming all our champion teams in Leeds later this month." A record 480 schools entered this year's UK competition, with 28 teams now set to compete for national Flag Wales National Championships at Cardiff Metropolitan University (Image: NFL) Among them are Mary Immaculate High School, who took the 13U Mixed title alongside Ysgol Gwynedd and Prestatyn High School as Wales' three national champions. NFL Flag is the league's official non-contact football programme and has rapidly gained popularity in the UK since launching in 2017. More than 120,000 people now play across 1,000 schools. Flag football is set to debut at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. It is played by more than 20 million people in over 100 countries. The sport is non-contact, fast-paced, and emphasises inclusivity—making it accessible to players of all ages and abilities. Female participation is especially strong, with the 15U Girls category among the fastest-growing divisions. The International Federation of American Football and the NFL continue to invest in the sport's development from grassroots to elite levels. The format's growing popularity reflects a global rise in interest, driven by its simplicity and emphasis on teamwork, strategy, and athleticism. With their recent victories, Ysgol Gwynedd and Prestatyn High School have already demonstrated that Welsh schools are competitive on a national level. Their achievements have also helped raise the profile of the sport in North Wales, encouraging more young people to get involved. For more information about the NFL Flag programme or how to participate, visit
Rhyl Journal
07-06-2025
- Sport
- Rhyl Journal
Wales schools to compete in NFL Flag UK Championships
Ysgol Gwynedd in Flint and Prestatyn High School will represent Wales at the UK NFL Flag 2025 National Championships in Leeds on Tuesday, June 17. The schools secured their places by winning their age categories at the Welsh NFL Flag National Championships, held on May 6 at Cardiff Metropolitan High School one the 15U Girls' tournament (Image: NFL) Ysgol Gwynedd triumphed in the 11U Mixed division, while Prestatyn High School won the 15U Girls' tournament. Dr Chris Long, NFL head of youth football and grassroots development, said: "Thank you to all the schools from across Wales who have competed in this year's championship, and its preceding qualifiers. "We are so pleased to see more and more people of all ages playing NFL Flag, some coming back year after year and developing their game, some getting their first taste of American football. "We look forward to welcoming all our champion teams in Leeds later this month." A record 480 schools entered this year's UK competition, with 28 teams now set to compete for national Flag Wales National Championships at Cardiff Metropolitan University (Image: NFL) Among them are Mary Immaculate High School, who took the 13U Mixed title alongside Ysgol Gwynedd and Prestatyn High School as Wales' three national champions. NFL Flag is the league's official non-contact football programme and has rapidly gained popularity in the UK since launching in 2017. More than 120,000 people now play across 1,000 schools. Flag football is set to debut at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. It is played by more than 20 million people in over 100 countries. The sport is non-contact, fast-paced, and emphasises inclusivity—making it accessible to players of all ages and abilities. Female participation is especially strong, with the 15U Girls category among the fastest-growing divisions. The International Federation of American Football and the NFL continue to invest in the sport's development from grassroots to elite levels. The format's growing popularity reflects a global rise in interest, driven by its simplicity and emphasis on teamwork, strategy, and athleticism. With their recent victories, Ysgol Gwynedd and Prestatyn High School have already demonstrated that Welsh schools are competitive on a national level. Their achievements have also helped raise the profile of the sport in North Wales, encouraging more young people to get involved. For more information about the NFL Flag programme or how to participate, visit
Rhyl Journal
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Rhyl Journal
Prestatyn woman launches her own ‘funky clothing' business
Daisy Rodrigues, 42, launched Sassy Seagull's online shop in February - Formerly a student at Prestatyn High School, Daisy designs all of the patterns and graphics on the clothes she sells. Having loved studying art in school, and harboured dreams of being a textile designer during her teens, Daisy was inspired back into art by her husband and 'first love', Joe, who she labelled her 'biggest supporter'. L: Daisy Rodrigues. R: Some of Daisy's designs (Image: Daisy Rodrigues) She said: 'I got back with Joe in 2020. I was living in Gloucestershire at time, and he asked me why I don't do art anymore. It sort of reignited that spark. 'I took course on how to do pattern designs for textiles, which led to me wanting to create this business. 'It became Sassy Seagull after I walked down to the beach in Prestatyn, took a picture of a seagull, came back, and sketched her. 'She was just a really cute seagull – it suddenly had to become the name of my brand.' Daisy also sells her products at various markets, the next of which being the North Wales Macabre Market in Rhyl on Saturday, May 3. She also expressed her gratitude to her art teachers at Prestatyn High School; Keith Millward, Trish Van Calker and Pete Roberts; who she said were a great source of support and inspiration. Daisy designs leggings, hoodies, T-shirts and more (Image: Daisy Rodrigues) As well as designing leggings, hoodies, T-shirts and more, Daisy also built her own website for the business from scratch. 'The sweary seagull ('Sweary Steve') T-shirt I think has been the most popular items so far!,' she said. 'It's been a real learning curve, but also really rewarding. I also want to inspire other people to follow their dreams, and to do what matters to them.'
