Little Acorns at Ysgol Y Graig

Little Acorns at Ysgol Y Graig Based at the welcoming Ysgol y Graig Primary School, our nurturing preschool for 2-5 year olds is both Flying Start and private sessions.

We accept 30-hour free childcare and Tax-Free Childcare to make high-quality early education affordable for you.

📢 Attention Parents and CarersApplications for Flying Start pre-school places open on 1 September 2026 for children born...
27/08/2026

📢 Attention Parents and Carers

Applications for Flying Start pre-school places open on 1 September 2026 for children born between 1 September 2024 and 31 December 2024.
As all areas of Merthyr Tydfil are now eligible for Flying Start pre-school funding, we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

⏰ Please remember there is an application deadline. Applications received after this date will still be considered, but you may not be offered your preferred pre-school setting.

To access a funded childcare place, you must complete both of the following forms:

✅ Flying Start Registration Form (this must be completed first) 👇
https://www.merthyr.gov.uk/do-it-online/request-or-apply/flying-start-registration-form/

✅ Flying Start Childcare Application Form 👇
https://schooladmissions.merthyr.gov.uk/CitizenPortal/en

If both forms are not completed, Flying Start funding cannot be provided.

If you already have an account on the School Admissions Portal, there is no need to create a new one. Simply log in and add your child's details to your existing account.

Not planning to access a pre-school place? - Please let the Flying Start Central Team know so we can update our records and avoid sending any further communications.

📧 [email protected]
📞 01685 725000

🌟 Spaces Available at Our Lovely Preschool! 🌟Are you looking for a nurturing, fun, and stimulating environment for your ...
18/08/2026

🌟 Spaces Available at Our Lovely Preschool! 🌟

Are you looking for a nurturing, fun, and stimulating environment for your little one to learn and grow? We currently have spaces available at our wonderful preschool! 🧸📚🎨

At our setting, children enjoy:
✨ Exciting play-based learning experiences
✨ A caring and experienced team
✨ Opportunities to build confidence and friendships
✨ Creative activities, outdoor play, and lots of fun every day!

We are passionate about helping every child thrive and reach their full potential in a safe and happy environment.

If you’d like to find out more, arrange a visit, or secure a place for your child, please send us a message or contact us today. We’d love to welcome you and show you what makes our preschool so special! 💕🌈

📞 Get in touch to book a visit 07456513211 – we can’t wait to meet you and your little one!



🌟 Lleoedd ar Gael yn Ein Meithrinfa Hyfryd! 🌟

Ydych chi’n chwilio am amgylchedd gofalgar, hwyliog ac ysgogol i’ch plentyn bach ddysgu a datblygu? Mae gennym leoedd ar gael ar hyn o bryd yn ein meithrinfa wych! 🧸📚🎨

Yn ein lleoliad, mae plant yn mwynhau:
✨ Profiadau dysgu cyffrous drwy chwarae
✨ Tîm gofalgar a phrofiadol
✨ Cyfleoedd i feithrin hyder a chyfeillgarwch
✨ Gweithgareddau creadigol, chwarae yn yr awyr agored, a llawer o hwyl bob dydd!

Rydym yn angerddol dros helpu pob plentyn i ffynnu a chyrraedd ei lawn botensial mewn amgylchedd diogel a hapus.

Os hoffech wybod mwy, trefnu ymweliad, neu sicrhau lle i’ch plentyn, anfonwch neges atom neu cysylltwch â ni heddiw. Byddem wrth ein bodd yn eich croesawu a dangos beth sy’n gwneud ein meithrinfa mor arbennig! 💕🌈

📞 Cysylltwch â ni i drefnu ymweliad 07456513211 – allwn ni ddim aros i gwrdd â chi a’ch plentyn bach!

🔬🧪 Science Week Fun! 🌈🌋What an amazing Science Week we’ve had! Our children have been busy exploring, investigating, pre...
12/07/2026

🔬🧪 Science Week Fun! 🌈🌋

What an amazing Science Week we’ve had! Our children have been busy exploring, investigating, predicting and discovering through lots of exciting hands-on activities.

This week we:
🌈 Made beautiful rainbow patterns using Skittles.
🌋 Created erupting volcanoes with bicarbonate of soda and white vinegar.
🍓 Explored the process of making jelly and talked about how materials change.
🎨 Investigated colour mixing using shaving foam and different coloured paints.
🧪 Created colourful patterns in test tubes.
🫧 Made sensory bottles using a variety of different materials.
💧 Added water to Orbeez and watched them grow from tiny beads into big, squishy balls!
✨ And so much more!

The children showed fantastic curiosity, asked thoughtful questions and enjoyed experimenting like real scientists. We are so proud of their enthusiasm and willingness to explore the world around them!



🔬🧪 Wythnos Wyddoniaeth Hwyl! 🌈🌋

Cawsom Wythnos Wyddoniaeth wych! Bu’r plant yn brysur yn archwilio, ymchwilio, rhagfynegi a darganfod drwy amrywiaeth o weithgareddau ymarferol cyffrous.

Yr wythnos hon fe wnaethom:
🌈 Greu enfysau hardd gan ddefnyddio Skittles.
🌋 Gwneud llosgfynyddoedd yn ffrwydro gyda soda pobi a finegr gwyn.
🍓 Archwilio’r broses o wneud jeli a thrafod sut mae deunyddiau’n newid.
🎨 Ymchwilio i gymysgu lliwiau gan ddefnyddio ewyn eillio a phaent o wahanol liwiau.
🧪 Creu patrymau lliwgar mewn tiwbiau prawf.
🫧 Gwneud poteli synhwyraidd gan ddefnyddio amrywiaeth o ddeunyddiau gwahanol.
💧 Ychwanegom ddŵr at yr Orbeez a’u gwylio’n tyfu o belenni bach iawn yn beli mawr, meddal!
✨ A llawer mwy!

Dangosodd y plant chwilfrydedd arbennig, gofyn cwestiynau gwych a mwynhau arbrofi fel gwyddonwyr go iawn. Rydym yn falch iawn o’u brwdfrydedd a’u hawydd i archwilio’r byd o’u cwmpas!

10 Signs a Child Is Ready for Potty TrainingPotty training is an important milestone in a child’s development, but there...
07/07/2026

10 Signs a Child Is Ready for Potty Training

Potty training is an important milestone in a child’s development, but there is no “perfect” age to begin. Every child develops at their own pace, and starting when they are developmentally ready often leads to a more positive and successful experience.

Rather than focusing on age alone, look for signs that your child is physically, emotionally and cognitively prepared. Here are ten common signs that your child may be ready to begin their potty training journey.

1. They Stay Dry for Longer Periods

If your child remains dry for two hours or more during the day or wakes from naps with a dry nappy, it may indicate that they are beginning to develop bladder control.

2. They Recognise When They Need the Toilet

Your child may tell you they are doing a wee or poo, or they may let you know just before they need to go. Some children may squat, hide or pause their play when they need the toilet.

3. They Can Follow Simple Instructions

Potty training involves listening, understanding and following simple directions such as “Let’s sit on the potty” or “Pull your trousers down.”

4. They Can Pull Their Clothes Up and Down

Being able to manage simple clothing helps children become more independent and confident during toileting.

5. They Show Interest in the Toilet

Many children become curious about adults or older siblings using the toilet. They may ask questions, watch others or want to flush the toilet themselves.

6. They Dislike Wet or Dirty Nappies

If your child asks to have their nappy changed soon after it becomes wet or soiled, they may be developing awareness of their bodily needs.

7. They Can Sit Still for a Few Minutes

Successful potty training requires children to sit on a potty or toilet for a short period without becoming distressed or frustrated.

8. They Communicate Their Needs

Whether using words, gestures or signs, children who can express when they need help are often better prepared for potty training.

9. They Show a Desire for Independence

Children often enjoy doing things for themselves. Wanting to wash hands, dress themselves or copy adults can be a good indication that they are ready to learn new self-care skills.

10. They Are Emotionally Ready

Your child should be generally settled and not experiencing significant changes such as moving house, starting a new nursery or welcoming a new sibling. Beginning potty training during a calm period often leads to greater success.

Tips for Parents and Childminders

Successful potty training works best when everyone follows a consistent approach. Parents and childminders should communicate regularly, share progress and use the same routines, language and encouragement to help children feel secure and confident.

Remember:

* Be patient and positive.
* Praise effort rather than expecting perfection.
* Expect accidents—they are a normal part of learning.
* Avoid pressure or punishment.
* Celebrate every small achievement.

Every child learns at their own pace. With encouragement, consistency and plenty of praise, potty training can become a positive experience that helps children develop confidence and independence.

10 Arwydd Bod Plentyn yn Barod ar gyfer Hyfforddiant Tŷ Bach

Mae hyfforddiant tŷ bach yn garreg filltir bwysig yn natblygiad plentyn, ond nid oes oedran “perffaith” i ddechrau. Mae pob plentyn yn datblygu ar ei gyflymder ei hun, ac mae dechrau pan fyddant yn barod yn ddatblygiadol yn aml yn arwain at brofiad mwy cadarnhaol a llwyddiannus.

Yn hytrach na chanolbwyntio ar oedran yn unig, edrychwch am arwyddion bod eich plentyn yn barod yn gorfforol, yn emosiynol ac yn wybyddol. Dyma ddeg arwydd cyffredin y gallai eich plentyn fod yn barod i ddechrau ar ei daith hyfforddiant tŷ bach.

1. Maent yn Aros yn Sych am Gyfnodau Hirach

Os yw eich plentyn yn aros yn sych am ddwy awr neu fwy yn ystod y dydd, neu’n deffro o gwsg y prynhawn gyda chelyn sych, gall hyn ddangos eu bod yn dechrau datblygu rheolaeth dros eu pledren.

2. Maent yn Sylweddoli Pan Fydd Angen Mynd i’r Tŷ Bach

Gall eich plentyn ddweud wrthych eu bod yn gwneud p**i neu faw, neu roi gwybod i chi ychydig cyn bod angen mynd. Gall rhai plant sgwatio, cuddio neu stopio chwarae pan fydd angen defnyddio’r tŷ bach.

3. Maent yn Gallu Dilyn Cyfarwyddiadau Syml

Mae hyfforddiant tŷ bach yn golygu gwrando, deall a dilyn cyfarwyddiadau syml fel:
“Dewch i eistedd ar y poti” neu “Tynnwch eich trowsus i lawr.”

4. Maent yn Gallu Tynnu Eu Dillad i Lawr ac i Fyny

Mae gallu rheoli dillad syml yn helpu plant i ddod yn fwy annibynnol ac yn fwy hyderus wrth ddefnyddio’r tŷ bach.

5. Maent yn Dangos Diddordeb yn y Tŷ Bach

Mae llawer o blant yn dechrau dangos chwilfrydedd wrth weld oedolion neu frodyr a chwiorydd hŷn yn defnyddio’r tŷ bach. Gallant ofyn cwestiynau, gwylio eraill neu eisiau fflysio’r toiled eu hunain.

6. Maent yn Casáu Celyn Gwlyb neu Fudr

Os yw eich plentyn yn gofyn i gael newid eu celyn yn fuan ar ôl iddo wlychu neu fynd yn fudr, gall hyn ddangos eu bod yn dod yn fwy ymwybodol o anghenion eu corff.

7. Maent yn Gallu Eistedd yn Llonydd am Ychydig Funudau

Mae hyfforddiant llwyddiannus yn gofyn i blant allu eistedd ar boti neu doiled am gyfnod byr heb fynd yn ofidus nac yn rhwystredig.

8. Maent yn Cyfathrebu Eu Hanghenion

Boed drwy eiriau, ystumiau neu arwyddion, mae plant sy’n gallu mynegi pan fydd angen help arnynt yn aml yn fwy parod ar gyfer hyfforddiant tŷ bach.

9. Maent yn Dangos Awydd am Annibyniaeth

Mae plant yn aml yn mwynhau gwneud pethau drostynt eu hunain. Gall awydd i olchi dwylo, gwisgo eu dillad eu hunain neu efelychu oedolion fod yn arwydd da eu bod yn barod i ddysgu sgiliau gofalu amdanynt eu hunain.

10. Maent yn Barod yn Emosiynol

Dylai eich plentyn fod yn gyffredinol wedi setlo ac nid yn profi newidiadau mawr fel symud tŷ, dechrau meithrinfa newydd neu groesawu brawd neu chwaer newydd. Mae dechrau hyfforddiant tŷ bach yn ystod cyfnod tawel yn aml yn arwain at fwy o lwyddiant.

Awgrymiadau i Rieni a Gwarchodwyr Plant

Mae hyfforddiant tŷ bach yn gweithio orau pan fydd pawb yn dilyn yr un dull cyson. Dylai rhieni a gwarchodwyr plant gyfathrebu’n rheolaidd, rhannu cynnydd a defnyddio’r un arferion, iaith ac anogaeth i helpu plant i deimlo’n ddiogel ac yn hyderus.

Cofiwch:
• Byddwch yn amyneddgar ac yn gadarnhaol.
• Canmolwch yr ymdrech yn hytrach na disgwyl perffeithrwydd.
• Disgwyliwch ddamweiniau – maent yn rhan arferol o’r broses ddysgu.
• Peidiwch â rhoi pwysau ar y plentyn na’u cosbi.
• Dathlwch bob cyflawniad bach.

Mae pob plentyn yn dysgu ar ei gyflymder ei hun. Gyda chefnogaeth, cysondeb a digon o ganmoliaeth, gall hyfforddiant tŷ bach fod yn brofiad cadarnhaol sy’n helpu plant i ddatblygu hyder ac annibyniaeth.

05/07/2026
🌍 Celebrating Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism 🌈What a fantastic week we've had in preschool celebrating Diversity, ...
05/07/2026

🌍 Celebrating Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism 🌈

What a fantastic week we've had in preschool celebrating Diversity, Inclusion and Anti-Racism!

Throughout the week, the children have taken part in a range of fun activities, stories and discussions that have helped them understand that everyone is unique, special and valued. We have explored the importance of being kind, treating everyone with respect and celebrating the things that make us all different.

We have also talked about how important it is to help and support one another, work together and include everyone in our play. The children have shown wonderful kindness by sharing, encouraging each other and making new friends. These experiences help to build confidence, empathy and a strong sense of belonging within our preschool community.

We are incredibly proud of the children for embracing these important values and for showing that everyone deserves to feel welcome, safe and included.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us nurture kind, caring and respectful children.

---

🌍 Dathlu Amrywiaeth, Cynhwysiant a Gwrth-Hiliaeth 🌈

Am wythnos arbennig rydym wedi'i chael yn y feithrin yn dathlu Amrywiaeth, Cynhwysiant a Gwrth-Hiliaeth!

Drwy gydol yr wythnos, mae'r plant wedi cymryd rhan mewn amrywiaeth o weithgareddau, straeon a thrafodaethau hwyliog a'u helpodd i ddeall bod pawb yn unigryw, yn arbennig ac yn werthfawr. Rydym wedi archwilio pwysigrwydd bod yn garedig, trin pawb â pharch a dathlu'r pethau sy'n ein gwneud ni i gyd yn wahanol.

Rydym hefyd wedi siarad am bwysigrwydd helpu a chefnogi ein gilydd, cydweithio a chynnwys pawb yn ein chwarae. Mae'r plant wedi dangos caredigrwydd arbennig drwy rannu, annog ei gilydd a gwneud ffrindiau newydd. Mae'r profiadau hyn yn helpu i feithrin hyder, empathi ac ymdeimlad cryf o berthyn yn ein cymuned feithrin.

Rydym yn hynod falch o'r plant am gofleidio'r gwerthoedd pwysig hyn ac am ddangos bod pawb yn haeddu teimlo'n groesawgar, yn ddiogel ac yn gynwysedig.

Diolch yn fawr am eich cefnogaeth barhaus wrth ein helpu i feithrin plant caredig, gofalgar a pharchus.

🌟 Spaces Available at Our Lovely Preschool! 🌟Are you looking for a nurturing, fun, and stimulating environment for your ...
20/06/2026

🌟 Spaces Available at Our Lovely Preschool! 🌟

Are you looking for a nurturing, fun, and stimulating environment for your little one to learn and grow? We currently have spaces available at our wonderful preschool! 🧸📚🎨

At our setting, children enjoy:
✨ Exciting play-based learning experiences
✨ A caring and experienced team
✨ Opportunities to build confidence and friendships
✨ Creative activities, outdoor play, and lots of fun every day!

We are passionate about helping every child thrive and reach their full potential in a safe and happy environment.

If you’d like to find out more, arrange a visit, or secure a place for your child, please send us a message or contact us today. We’d love to welcome you and show you what makes our preschool so special! 💕🌈

📞 Get in touch to book a visit – we can’t wait to meet you and your little one!



🌟 Lleoedd ar Gael yn Ein Meithrinfa Hyfryd! 🌟

Ydych chi’n chwilio am amgylchedd gofalgar, hwyliog ac ysgogol i’ch plentyn bach ddysgu a datblygu? Mae gennym leoedd ar gael ar hyn o bryd yn ein meithrinfa wych! 🧸📚🎨

Yn ein lleoliad, mae plant yn mwynhau:
✨ Profiadau dysgu cyffrous drwy chwarae
✨ Tîm gofalgar a phrofiadol
✨ Cyfleoedd i feithrin hyder a chyfeillgarwch
✨ Gweithgareddau creadigol, chwarae yn yr awyr agored, a llawer o hwyl bob dydd!

Rydym yn angerddol dros helpu pob plentyn i ffynnu a chyrraedd ei lawn botensial mewn amgylchedd diogel a hapus.

Os hoffech wybod mwy, trefnu ymweliad, neu sicrhau lle i’ch plentyn, anfonwch neges atom neu cysylltwch â ni heddiw. Byddem wrth ein bodd yn eich croesawu a dangos beth sy’n gwneud ein meithrinfa mor arbennig! 💕🌈

📞 Cysylltwch â ni i drefnu ymweliad – allwn ni ddim aros i gwrdd â chi a’ch plentyn bach!

What a lovely week we’ve had in preschool exploring planting and vegetables! 🌱🥕🍅The children have been busy planting car...
19/06/2026

What a lovely week we’ve had in preschool exploring planting and vegetables! 🌱🥕🍅

The children have been busy planting carrots, radishes and tomatoes, learning all about how things grow. We explored a variety of vegetables through cutting and investigating, used our maths skills to measure leaves, and got creative making worms from pipe cleaners. We also set up planting tuft trays and enjoyed many more hands-on activities linked to our theme.

It has been wonderful to see the children’s curiosity, enthusiasm and teamwork flourish throughout the week. Well done, everyone! 🌿🪱📏



Pa wythnos hyfryd rydym wedi’i chael yn y feithrinfa yn archwilio plannu a llysiau! 🌱🥕🍅

Bu’r plant yn brysur yn plannu moron, rhuddygl a thomatos, gan ddysgu sut mae pethau’n tyfu. Fe wnaethom archwilio amrywiaeth o lysiau drwy eu torri a’u hymchwilio, defnyddio ein sgiliau mathemateg i fesur dail, a bod yn greadigol wrth wneud mwydod allan o lanhawyr pibellau. Fe wnaethom hefyd baratoi hambyrddau chwarae plannu a mwynhau llawer mwy o weithgareddau ymarferol yn gysylltiedig â’n thema.

Mae wedi bod yn hyfryd gweld chwilfrydedd, brwdfrydedd a gwaith tîm y plant yn blodeuo drwy gydol yr wythnos. Da iawn bawb! 🌿🪱📏

As we have children from a variety of cultures at our preschool, we have been celebrating this diversity by learning a ‘...
18/06/2026

As we have children from a variety of cultures at our preschool, we have been celebrating this diversity by learning a ‘Word of the Week’ from different countries. This week, we have been practising one word from Poland and one from Kenya throughout the week.

Please let me know if you’re interested in any other country, especially if you have family connections there.

Gan fod gennym blant o amrywiaeth o ddiwylliannau yn ein meithrinfa, rydym wedi bod yn dathlu’r amrywiaeth hon drwy ddysgu “Gair yr Wythnos” o wahanol wledydd. Yr wythnos hon, rydym wedi bod yn ymarfer un gair o Wlad Pwyl ac un gair o Kenya drwy gydol yr wythnos.

Rhowch wybod i ni os oes gennych ddiddordeb mewn unrhyw wlad arall, yn enwedig os oes gennych gysylltiadau teuluol yno.

eważ w naszym przedszkolu mamy dzieci pochodzące z różnych kultur, celebrujemy tę różnorodność, ucząc się „Słowa Tygodnia” z różnych krajów. W tym tygodniu przez cały tydzień ćwiczyliśmy jedno słowo z Polski i jedno z Kenii.

Proszę dać nam znać, jeśli są Państwo zainteresowani poznawaniem słów z innych krajów, zwłaszcza jeśli mają Państwo z nimi rodzinne powiązania.

Nĩ ũndũ tũrĩ na ciana kuuma mĩhĩrĩga na mĩtugo itiganĩte thĩinĩ wa mbere ya thooma ya ciana, nĩtũrĩ gũkenagĩra ũguo wa mĩtugo mingi kwa kwĩruta “Rĩĩtwa rĩa Gĩcigo kia Wiki” kuuma mabũrũri-inĩ matiganĩte. Wiki ĩno, nĩtũrĩ tũhuthĩrĩtie gĩcigo kimwe kuuma Poland na gĩkĩrĩ kuuma Kenya mũthenya o mũthenya.

Tafadhali tũmenyithie angĩkorwo nĩmwendete twĩrute mabũrũri mangĩ, makĩria ma korwo mũrĩ na njũgĩrĩro cia mbarĩ na mabũrũri macio.

Address

Cefn-Coed-Y-Cymmer
Merthyr Tydfil
CF482

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Little Acorns at Ysgol Y Graig posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share