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YSGOL LLANBRYNMAIR

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What Estyn said about YSGOL LLANBRYNMAIR

Inspection report dated 1 January 2021

Overview

The report describes a school with "innovative leadership" and an "ethos of continuous improvement" that is part of a formal federation. It highlights "excellent standards and provision in all areas," driven by staff who have "very high expectations" for pupil wellbeing and progress. The inspection found that teachers create a "very stimulating learning environment" where pupils are "ambitious, confident, aspirational and knowledgeable."

Strengths

  • Pupils achieve "excellent standards" in literacy, numeracy, and ICT, with skills "woven... naturally throughout the whole curriculum."
  • There is a "safe and very stimulating learning environment" characterised by "obvious respect between pupils and teachers."
  • Pupils display "exceptionally positive attitudes to learning," are "very eager to learn," and take pride in their work.
  • "Innovative leadership" and effective federation arrangements ensure "continuous improvement" and high-quality provision.
  • The curriculum is "highly effective and creative," enriching learning through visits and expert visitors.

Areas to improve

  • Ensure that "progress-tracking procedures are manageable" and that teachers use them "efficiently to extend learning."
  • Address the "health and safety issue that was raised during the inspection."

Safeguarding

The report states that "the school’s arrangements for safeguarding meet requirements," although a specific health and safety issue was identified and reported to the headteacher and chair of governors.

This is an AI-assisted summary of the official Estyn report, not a statement written by Estyn. Check the full official report before making a decision.

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Next dates

  • Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2027
  • Primary National Offer Day16 Apr 2027
  • Primary (Reception) application deadline15 Jan 2028
  • Primary National Offer Day17 Apr 2028
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