Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Llangynwyd facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Llangynwyd |
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Maesteg
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Bridgend
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CF34 9RW
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| Coordinates | 51°34′57″N 3°38′00″W / 51.5825°N 3.6333°W |
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| Type | State secondary school |
| Motto | Dysg ... Dawn ... Dyfodol (Learning ... Talent ... Future) |
| Religious affiliation(s) | None |
| Established | 2008 |
| Local authority | Bridgend |
| Chair | Andrew Lewis |
| Head teacher | Meurig Jones |
| Gender | Coeducational |
| Age | 11 to 18 |
| Language | Welsh language |
| Houses | Garw (Red), Ogwr (Blue), Llynfi (Green), Lluest, Ffaldau, Cwmdu, Garth |
| Colour(s) | Turquoise and light grey White and dark grey (Sixth Form) |
Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Llangynwyd is a secondary school in Wales. It is special because lessons are taught in the Welsh language. Students aged 11 to 18 attend this school. It is located in the village of Llangynwyd in the Bridgend area. The school first opened its doors on 3 September 2008. It was built on the site of the old Maesteg Comprehensive Upper School. Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Llangynwyd is the only secondary school in Bridgend that uses Welsh as its main language for learning.
In 2023, there were 712 students at the school. About 111 of these students were in the sixth form. Also in 2023, about 30.7% of the students came from homes where Welsh is spoken.
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What is Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Llangynwyd?
This school is a Welsh-medium secondary school. This means that most subjects are taught in Welsh. It helps students become fluent in Welsh. The school welcomes students from age 11 to 18. It is an important part of the community in Llangynwyd.
Where Do Students Come From?
Students at Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Llangynwyd come from four primary schools. These are also Welsh-medium schools in the Bridgend area. They include:
- Ysgol Cynwyd Sant in Maesteg
- Ysgol Bro Ogwr in Brackla
- Ysgol y Ferch o'r Sger in Cornelly
- Ysgol Calon y Cymoedd in Bettws
What is the School Motto?
The school's motto is "Dysg ... Dawn ... Dyfodol". This is a Welsh phrase. It means Learning ... Talent ... Future in English. This motto guides the school's goals for its students. It focuses on helping students learn, develop their skills, and prepare for their future.
How Are Students Grouped?
Students in Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 are divided into three houses. These houses are named after local valleys and rivers. They are:
- Garw (Red)
- Ogwr (Blue)
- Llynfi (Green)
When students move to the sixth form, the house system changes. There are four different houses for older students. These houses are named after other places in South Wales:
- Lluest
- Ffaldau
- Cwmdu
- Garth
Unlike the younger student houses, these sixth form houses do not have special colours.
Who Are Some Famous Former Students?
Some students from Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Llangynwyd have become well-known. They include:
- Owen Watkin
- Dewi Lake
