Students from Caerphilly’s ACT Schools displayed their artistic skills after a unique collaboration with Team Collective Cymru Caerphilly Learners Shine with Creativity and Talent Showcase Caerphilly: Students at ACT Schools have really shown off their creativity and talent lately. They teamed up with Team Collective Cymru for a cool 12-week project. This collaboration wrapped up…
The number of home-schooled kids in Swansea has surged, driven by various factors including anxiety and unmet educational needs Rise in Home Schooling Among Children in Swansea Explained Swansea: More kids are being home-schooled these days, and it’s a big change. Since the pandemic, the number of children learning at home has shot up. Just…
Wales’ apprenticeships providers express frustration over budget cuts while other education sectors receive increased funding Disappointment Over Draft Budget Funding for Wales’ Apprenticeships Cardiff: It’s a bit of a letdown for apprenticeships in Wales. The Welsh Government’s draft budget didn’t include any extra funding for them, even though other education areas got more cash. The…
Councillors have decided to keep Tref-Y-Rhyg Primary School open, prioritizing the needs of current and future students over proposed closures. Primary School to Remain Open as Closure Not in Pupils’ Best Interests Tonyrefail: So, guess what? Tref-Y-Rhyg Primary School is staying open! The council decided not to close it, which is a huge relief for…
The Vale of Glamorgan sees a rise in home education, driven by lifestyle choices and anxiety among parents. Vale of Glamorgan Experiences Notable Increase in Home Education Vale of Glamorgan: There’s been a big jump in parents choosing to home educate their kids in the Vale of Glamorgan. A council official, Amanda Geddes, shared that…
Teachers from two schools are set to strike over concerns about pupil behavior, claiming their issues are being ignored by employers. Teachers at Two Schools to Strike: Is Pupil Behavior Really That Bad? Rhondda Cynon Taff: Teachers from two schools are gearing up for a strike tomorrow. They’re really frustrated about the behavior of their…
A giant festive gritter named Goldie visited Rogerstone Primary School, bringing joy and education about road safety to the children during her 900-mile tour. Giant Festive Gritter Goldie Spreads Holiday Cheer at Newport Primary School Goldie, decked out in a huge Christmas jumper and hat, is on a mission to spread festive cheer. She’s part…
A new report reveals significant challenges in Wales’ education system for children with additional learning needs, raising concerns about consistency and support. Wales Faces Major Hurdles in Supporting Children with Additional Learning Needs Cardiff: A recent report from Estyn, the school watchdog in Wales, has raised some eyebrows. It highlights that the new system for…
Teachers at Lewis Girls’ School in Caerphilly are striking over plans to merge with another school, raising concerns about job security and working conditions. Teachers Strike: Shocking School Merger Proposal Sparks Outrage in Caerphilly Caerphilly: Some teachers at Lewis Girls’ School are gearing up for a strike tomorrow. They’re not happy about plans to close…
Schools in Wales are grappling with severe budget cuts, leading to staff layoffs and teachers purchasing their own supplies for students amid financial strain. Shocking Budget Cuts Force Teachers to Buy Supplies as Schools Face Staff Layoffs Caerphilly: Schools are really feeling the pinch lately. Headteachers are cutting their budgets down to the bare minimum…
