TEILO SANT

Overview

The inspection describes Ysgol Gymraeg Teilo Sant as a “homely haven” where nearly all pupils are happy, feel valued, and behave excellently. Leadership is characterised by “firm leadership” and high expectations, resulting in a “very good” standard of teaching, learning, and care.

Strengths

• Pupils are “confident, ambitious and creative learners” who “persevere with their tasks conscientiously” and make sound progress.
• Learners “communicate completely naturally in Welsh,” using the local dialect, and enjoy learning in a Welsh environment.
• The curriculum is “broad and interesting,” successfully reflecting the “cultural, linguistic and diverse nature” of the local area and wider world.
• Staff work effectively as a team, demonstrating “good values and a high level of professional conduct.”
• Pupils are “extremely polite” towards each other and visitors, contributing to a positive school atmosphere.

Areas to improve

• The school council currently includes only Year 6 pupils; the report states this “does not provide pupils from other classes with an opportunity to contribute” or learn from older peers.

Safeguarding

The report states that leaders “ensure that the standard of teaching, learning and care is very good,” contributing to a safe and supportive environment.