Y.G.G. BRYNIAGO

Overview

Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Bryniago is described as a “hard-working and happy community” where robust leadership provides clear direction. The inspection highlights that most pupils, including those with additional learning needs, make good progress and achieve high standards in core subjects.

Strengths

• The headteacher, governors, and senior leaders demonstrate “thorough knowledge of the provision” and identify strengths well.
• Teachers plan the curriculum effectively, providing “interesting and purposeful learning experiences” that build on previous learning.
• Most pupils are “competent mathematicians,” write maturely, and achieve high standards in scientific skills.
• Staff successfully promote the Welsh language, enabling most pupils to speak it confidently and develop a strong awareness of Welsh history and culture.
• Pupils are polite, treat others with “mature respect,” and interact in a “caring and supportive manner.”

Areas to improve

• Staff have a tendency to “over-direct learning,” which limits pupils’ ability to develop independent learning skills.
• The school must provide regular opportunities for pupils to respond to feedback and identify next steps in their learning.
• The youngest pupils’ independent learning skills require further development.

Safeguarding

The report states that staff provide a stimulating environment which ensures that pupils’ well-being is “supported well.”