Ysgol Gymraeg Trelyn is situated in Pengam, in the south east Wales valleys. Welsh is the main medium of the school’s life and work. There are 199 pupils between three and eleven years old on roll, including 30 part-time nursery age pupils. Pupils are divided between four mixed-age classes and three single-age classes. Around 12% of pupils are eligible for free school meals. This is lower than the national percentage of 21%. A minority of pupils speak Welsh at home and very few are from ethnic minority backgrounds. The school has identified 17% of its pupils as having additional learning needs and very few have a statement of special educational needs. The headteacher was appointed to the post in September 2011 and the school was last inspected in March 2013 Further information is available from the Welsh Government My Local School website at the link below. http://mylocalschool.wales.gov.uk/Schools/SchoolSearch?lang=en 1 A report on Ysgol Gymraeg Trelyn March 2018 Summary Most pupils make strong progress from their individual starting points. Most have positive attitudes towards learning. They work well together, are willing to take on responsibilities and are proud of their school. On the whole, the quality of teaching is good. In general, teachers present lively lessons and use effective teaching styles that engage pupils’ interest successfully. Provision for pupils’ wellbeing is one of the school’s strengths. Good quality support is given to pupils with specific learning needs and emotional needs. The school’s leaders are conscientious and have a clear vision, which creates a successful caring and inclusive Welsh ethos. The staff are a dedicated and active team, and governors support them well. The whole school community is committed to the continuous emphasis of encouraging ‘Welshness, effort and respect’. Inspection area Judgement Standards Good Wellbeing and attitudes to learning Good Teaching and learning experiences Good Care, support and guidance Good Leadership and management Good 2 A report on Ysgol Gymraeg Trelyn March 2018 Recommendations R1 Ensure that more able pupils are challenged to achieve as well as they should R2 Ensure that self-evaluation procedures are evaluative and comprehensive, and that they lead to specific improvements R3 Provide enough opportunities for pupils to work with increasing independence, including in the outdoor area What happens next The school will produce an action plan to address the recommendations from the inspection.