Putting progress into practice
In the Annual Report 2009-2010 we have highlighted case studies of good practice in education and training providers across Wales. We have developed these case studies into short films to share tried and tested ways of raising standards with all educational professionals. Featuring interviews with staff, learners and parents, each film looks at a different area of success within a provider.
If you want to find out more about any of the case studies below, then you can contact the relevant provider or contact us.
Llantrisant Primary School is situated on the edge of the village of Llantrisant. At the time of the inspection, the school catered for about 118 full-time equivalent learners. Around 17% of pupils were entitled to free school meals, which was close to the national average. Many children entered school with no knowledge of the Welsh language.
Ysgol Morfa Rhianedd is a community primary school that provides Welsh medium education to pupils in Llandudno and the surrounding district and is maintained by Conwy County Borough Council. Cylch Meithrin Morfa Rhianedd is based in a purpose-built cabin in the school and provides education for children under five.
Self-evaluation; easy as 1, 2, 3
Tiny Tots Nursery is a registered day nursery situated within the grounds of the University of Wales Newport Caerleon campus. The nursery provides day care and education for children of staff and students at the University. A secure garden, play area and Forest School provide opportunities for children to experience outdoor learning.
The College Ystrad Mynach is located in Caerphilly County Borough and comprises a main campus in Ystrad Mynach, a secondary campus in Rhymney, and a number of smaller centres in the area.
At the time of the inspection, there were 243 learners in training in a variety of sector subject areas. The quality of support and guidance for work-based learners was outstanding.
Bishop Gore School is an 11 to 18 comprehensive school situated in the Sketty area of Swansea. There are currently 1,213 pupils on roll. The percentage of pupils entitled to free school meals is significantly higher than the Welsh average. In its inspection, Bishop Gore gained the top Grades for all aspects of its work.
The Adult Community Learning Partnership in Merthyr Tydfil comprises a range of providers and support agencies including the local further education faculty, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council, voluntary and community-based organisations, the University of Glamorgan and the Workers Educational Association (south Wales).