Ysgol Bryn Tawe

Prospectus 2020 – test

Thank you for the interest you are taking in Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Bryn Tawe. It is a pleasure to present our prospectus to you as potential parents and pupils of the school.

We share the privilege as parents, pupils and staff of contributing to a school that has a strong ethos of aiming for excellence in every aspect of our pupils’ lives. Our pupils have achieved consistently strong outcomes in their external examination results over time, which allows them to follow a career path of their choice. This is clear evidence of the strong partnership that exists between the school and the community, and we extend a warm invitation to you to become a part of this successful partnership. In this prospectus you will read of the very high expectations we have of ourselves, our parents and our students.

Included intheprospectus isalistofourAims and Objectives as a school. These form the cornerstone of what we do at Bryn Tawe on a daily basis and we ensure that pupils are at the heart of everything that we do. We provide a safe, stimulating and caring environment where each individual pupil is given the support and encouragement to grow and develop both socially and intellectually.

We are very proud of the learning facilities at the school. Our talented and hard working staff provide high quality opportunities and experiences within lessons, as well as through a wide range of extra-curricular activities, which enriches the lives of our pupils. We have a committed governing body with several members having taken a lead role in establishing the school.

All we expect of our students is a commitment to working hard, a determination to gain as much as they can from their educational experiences at Bryn Tawe, a desire to speak Welsh both in lessons and socially and to conduct themselves in such a way as to give themselves and their peers the best possible opportunity to succeed at school. These expectations are best summarised in our three core principles – Respect, Welsh Ethos and Perseverance.

This handbook is the first step in forging a genuine partnership between your home and the school. Together, we can ensure that your sons and daughters receive the best possible educational provision, which will provide them with a first class start in life. I look forward to developing a positive and successful relationship with you.

Simon Davies

Head

Chair of Governors: Mr Heini Gruffudd
Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Bryn Tawe
Heol Gwyrosydd, Penlan,
Abertawe SA5 7BU
Ffôn 01792 560600
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Aims and Objectives

Our mission

“To provide a comprehensive Welsh medium education within a happy, caring and ambitious community where each member is appreciated, is supported and is treated with respect and tolerance. We strive to achieve excellence in all aspects of school life so that every pupil can reach their full potential.”

We aim to make this a reality by:

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  • offering a wide and balanced curriculum which is appropriate for every pupil and which develops ambitious, creative, principled, healthy and confident learners and citizens
  • ensuring that every pupil takes full advantage of their bi-lingual skills and to develop pride in and knowledge of the culture, history and traditions of Wales
  • ensuring that every pupil has opportunities to develop their literacy, numeracy, digital literacy, problem solving, collaborative and thinking skills, in order to become a competent member of the future workforce
  • providing and developing a pastoral structure that recognises the needs of every pupil and offers the necessary support, information and guidance
  • offering wide ranging extracurricular activities that include sport, performing, local and international visits, charity and community participation
  • providing an environment where moral and spiritual values are respected
  • maintaining high expectations of behaviour and school uniform
  • encouraging all pupils to live healthy lifestyles and to enjoy a variety of activities
  • developing a close and productive relationship with all members of the school community, with regular opportunities to share information
  • ensuring that our pupils’ voice and opinions are at the heart of all aspects of school life.