YSGOL MORGAN LLWYD

Overview

Ysgol Morgan Llwyd is described as a “familial and caring environment” where staff prioritise the well-being of the whole school community. The report highlights the success of the ‘Learning Hub’ and ‘Pastoral Hub’ in supporting pupils’ academic and social development, noting that most pupils behave in a “civilised manner” and show pride in the Welsh language.

Strengths

• The school fosters a “close-knit and supportive relationship with pupils,” creating a positive atmosphere.
• The ‘Learning Hub’ and ‘Pastoral Hub’ provide “quiet, stimulating places” for pupils to receive purposeful support, benefiting many academically and socially.
• Younger pupils gain valuable experiences through ‘Project’ lessons that encourage creativity and independent working.
• Sixth-form pupils are described as “mature and friendly,” demonstrating pride in Welsh-medium education.
• Governors and staff take pride in the school’s role as the only Welsh-medium secondary school in the county.

Areas to improve

• Strong teaching practice is “not commonplace across the whole school,” with some shortcomings in planning and questioning affecting progress.
• Strategic planning for skills, personal and social education, and opportunities to use the Welsh language outside lessons is insufficient.
• Leaders’ ability to identify strengths and shortcomings in teaching and learning has “not been developed fully.”
• Health and safety issues in the extensive, open school grounds require attention.

Safeguarding

Arrangements for safeguarding children are appropriate, and all staff understand their responsibility to keep pupils safe, although there are a few health and safety issues in the grounds that are a cause for concern.