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Monday 8am - 5:30pm Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm Thursday 8am - 5:30pm Friday 8am - 5:30pm

Clare House School Porthcawl

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A modern independent school for ages 3–11 where every child is known, challenged and inspired to thrive, from classroom to coast and beyond.

10/07/2026

Is your little one starting school in September 2026?

At Clare House School, we believe every child deserves a warm, nurturing start to their education. As Porthcawl's only independent, not-for-profit school, we take a genuinely personal approach. Small class sizes, dedicated staff, and a real focus on helping each child grow in confidence from their very first day.

Opening September 2026
Early Years | Ages 3–5

⚠️ Places are filling fast. Don't miss out, fill in your details now to book your personal tour and come see what makes Clare House different.

https://clarehouseschool.org/book/

29/06/2026

Every child is more than just a number.

Hear from Sally Davis, Head of School at Clare House, as she shares what makes our school truly special.

As Porthcawl’s only independent not-for-profit school, we take a genuinely personal approach to education, helping every child grow in confidence, discover their strengths, and reach their full potential.

Because when a child is known, understood and supported… extraordinary things can happen.

Places are limited, reserve your child’s place today and book a tour to see Clare House for yourself.

👉 Visit our website to book your tour: https://clarehouseschool.org/book-a-tour/

22/06/2026

🧺 What a day at our Big Picnic! ☀️

Blankets out, baskets full, and gorgeous sunshine to top it off - we couldn't have asked for better!

Thank you so much to everyone who came along. It was lovely to see the grounds full of life again, with little ones running about and so many smiling faces.

Big shoutout to our wonderful photographer Jack .h.photo1668 for capturing the fun! 📸

Thinking about joining us in September? We'd love to show you round - just drop us a message or pop over to our website to find out more.

12/06/2026

Will your family be joining us for The Big Picnic tomorrow? There’ll be:

🐴 Donkey rides
🐍 Exotic animal encounters
⏩ Multi-activity camp
🌳 Rooted in Forest School
👶 Play & Learn Club
🏰 Bouncy castles

…and so much more! Entry is FREE and everyone is welcome.

Join us from 11am–2pm at Clare House School Porthcawl for a family fun day packed with activities, entertainment and opportunities to connect with local organisations and businesses.

Bring your picnic blanket, enjoy the atmosphere and make the most of a fantastic day out with grandparents, parents, children and grandchildren.

📍 Clare House School Porthcawl, Newton, Porthcawl, CF36 5AS

As a reminder, all sales go directly to the vendors and local organisations, so please bring cash where possible.

We can't wait to see you tomorrow!

01/06/2026

Book now for the summer term of Play & Learn Club.

Join our weekly sessions for babies and toddlers aged 0–3 years. Our Play & Learn Club provides a calm, engaging and nurturing environment where young children can explore, discover and learn through play.

Sessions are led by our qualified Early Years Lead and include:

• Sensory play
• Stories and rhyme time
• Music and movement
• Creative activities
• Mixed material play
• Tea, coffee and connection for parents and carers

📍 Clare House School Porthcawl
📅 Wednesdays
⏰ 09:30–10:30
💷 Play Pass: £4 per session

Register here: https://www.happity.co.uk/schedules/clare-house-school-porthcawl-porthcawl-clare-house-school-porthcawl-play-learn-club

29/05/2026

Join us for The Big Picnic on Saturday 13th June from 11am – 2pm!

Pack a picnic and bring your blanket for a family fun day full of activities for grandparents, parents, children and grandchildren. Entry is FREE and everyone is welcome.

Activities include:

🐍 Exotic animal encounters
⏩ Multi-activity camp
🌳 Rooted in Forest School
👶 Play & Learn Club
🏰 Bouncy castles
🎨 Facepainting
🍦 Ice cream van
☕ Hot and cold refreshments

…and lots more surprises on the day.

📍 Clare House School Porthcawl, Newton, Porthcawl CF36 5AS

Your community-focused, not-for-profit school supporting local organisations. All sales go directly to vendors - cash only please.

28/05/2026

Education for the Next Generation.

In the May edition of Seaside News, Sally Davis explores the importance of balancing strong academic foundations alongside the development of character. The article outlines our approach to education — one that places equal emphasis on how children learn, as well as what they learn, within a school environment where every child is known and supported.

More broadly, the article reflects on the role of schools and the opportunity to create an educational experience that is both forward-looking and connected to the community it serves.

Read the full article on page 32 of the May issue: https://issuu.com/seasidenews/docs/may_2026_issue

26/05/2026

Explore our Early Years environment.

After receiving significant investment, renovations are now complete for our youngest learners to experience indoor and outdoor spaces designed to support curiosity, creativity and discovery. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, our environment provides a safe and inspiring space where children begin to discover both the world and themselves, set within a small school community.

These modern learning environments are bright and welcoming. They support the development of language and communication, physical, cognitive and social-emotional skills through meaningful play and exploration.

22/05/2026

We are now recruiting.

We are seeking educators and professionals who believe learning should be purposeful, relational and connected to the world beyond the classroom.

We are creating a school community where every child is known, celebrated and inspired to thrive — from classroom to coast and beyond.

From our experiential learning approach, to wellbeing and meaningful relationships, we are creating something different for children and families across South Wales.

Current opportunities:
📍Head of School (Designate)
📍Early Years Teacher
📍Reception Teacher
📍Key Stage 1 Teacher
📍Lower Key Stage 2 Teacher
📍Upper Key Stage 2 Teacher
📍Modern Foreign Language Teacher
📍Teaching and Learning Support (Early Years)
📍Teaching and Learning Support (KS1&2)
📍Teaching and Learning Support (Whole School)
📍Estate and Facilities Lead
📍Facilities Assistant (Cleaner)
📍Admissions and School Operations Executive

Discover more and apply today:
https://eteach.com/careers/clarehouseschool

15/05/2026

Discover how the Reggio Emilia philosophy inspires our Early Years provision.

Play is the process through which children discover the world, make sense of it, and experiment with their ideas.

Carefully designed learning environments encourage exploration and creativity, while recognising young children as capable and curious learners. Relationships remain at the heart of this approach to early childhood education.

Address

Clare House School Porthcawl
Porthcawl
CF365AS

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 5:30pm
Thursday	8am - 5:30pm
Friday	8am - 5:30pm

Website

http://clarehouseschool.org/

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