Ysgol Gyfun Gŵyr facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ysgol Gyfun Gŵyr |
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Talbot Street
Swansea
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City and County of Swansea
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SA4 3DB
Wales
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| Type | Secondary School |
| Motto | Gorau byw, cyd-fyw |
| Established | 1984 |
| Local authority | Swansea |
| Chair | Aldyth Williams |
| Headteacher | Jeffrey Connick |
| Staff | 98 |
| Age | 11 to 18 |
| Enrolment | 1156 (2024) |
| Language | Welsh |
| Houses | Branwen, Caradog, Dylan, Gwenllian, Llyr, Olwen, Nudd and Peredur. |
Ysgol Gyfun Gŵyr is a secondary school in Gowerton, Swansea, Wales. It teaches students aged 11 to 19 using the Welsh language. The school first opened its doors in 1984.
In 2023, about 1,113 students attended Ysgol Gyfun Gŵyr. Around 27.5 percent of these students came from homes where Welsh was spoken.
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About Ysgol Gyfun Gŵyr
Ysgol Gyfun Gŵyr is a Welsh-medium school. This means that most lessons are taught in Welsh. It helps students become fluent in the language. The school is an important part of the Welsh-speaking community in Swansea.
School Growth and Expansion
In 2001, Ysgol Gyfun Gŵyr faced a challenge. It was the only Welsh-speaking secondary school in Swansea. The school was designed for 750 students but had over 1,000. This meant it was very crowded.
There were plans to move the school to a new site. However, parents and staff did not agree with this idea. Their protests led to a different solution. A second Welsh-language school, Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Bryn Tawe, was opened in Swansea. This helped ease the crowding at Ysgol Gyfun Gŵyr.
Academic Achievements
Ysgol Gyfun Gŵyr is known for its strong academic results. According to a report from Estyn, which inspects schools in Wales, the school has high pass rates.
GCSE Results
The school's GCSE pass rate is very good. About 76% of students achieve 5 GCSEs with grades A-C. This places Ysgol Gyfun Gŵyr among the top 10% of schools in Wales. It is also ranked as the best school in Swansea for these results.
Sports Success
Students at Ysgol Gyfun Gŵyr also do well in sports. The school has successful teams in various activities.
Rugby Team Wins
In 2015, the school's Rugby 1st XV team achieved a notable victory. They won the Ospreys Under 18s School League. They beat Gowerton Comprehensive School with a score of 23–21 in a close match.
Famous Former Students
Many talented individuals have attended Ysgol Gyfun Gŵyr. They have gone on to achieve success in different fields.
- John Hartson: A well-known footballer who played for many top clubs.
- Elin Manahan Thomas: A famous soprano singer.
- Brett Johns: A professional mixed martial arts (UFC) fighter.
See also
- Category:People educated at Ysgol Gyfun Gŵyr
