Penyrheol, Swansea facts for kids
Penyrheol (which is Pen-yr-heol in Welsh) is a lively area in the city of Swansea, Wales. It's like a neighborhood or district within the larger city. Penyrheol is located about 7 miles (11 km) northwest of Swansea city centre. You can find it in the northwest part of Gorseinon.
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About Penyrheol
Penyrheol is a suburban district. This means it's a residential area that is part of a larger city. It has homes, schools, and local facilities for people who live there. It's a great place for families and young people.
Schools in Penyrheol
Penyrheol is home to two important schools. There is a primary school for younger children. There is also Penyrheol Comprehensive School for older students. These schools help children and teenagers learn and grow.
Rebuilding Penyrheol Comprehensive
In 2006, Penyrheol Comprehensive School was badly damaged by a large fire. This caused a lot of problems for the students and their families. It affected communities in Penyrheol, Gorseinon, and Loughor. The school's teaching block needed to be completely rebuilt. The rebuilding project cost about £9.9 million. Students were able to return to the brand new building on 4 September 2009.
Penyrheol Leisure Centre
The Penyrheol Leisure centre is a popular place for sports and fun. It has many great facilities for everyone to enjoy. You can find a swimming pool there, which is perfect for swimming lessons or just a splash. There is also a gymnasium where people can exercise. The centre even has a theatre for shows and performances.
The swimming pool at the leisure centre is home to the Penyrheol Swimming Club. This club helps people learn to swim and improve their skills.
Local Government and Penyrheol
Penyrheol is also an electoral ward. This means it's a specific area that elects representatives to the City and County of Swansea Council. These representatives help make decisions for the local community. They work to improve things like schools, parks, and local services for everyone in Penyrheol.
