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Estyn Inspection Highlights 2026
The Estyn inspection report (February 2026) recognises Ysgol Porth y Felin as a caring and inclusive school where pupils’ wellbeing and development are central to its work.
Key strengths of the school include:
✓ Strong focus on wellbeing – The school places a high priority on pupils’ wellbeing, promoting positive behaviour and strong relationships throughout the school community.
✓ Clear and shared vision – Leaders have established a clear vision based on the principles “Believe, Respect and Succeed”, which is well understood by pupils, staff and parents.
✓ Effective provision for ALN – Support for pupils with additional learning needs is effective, with strong collaboration between staff, parents and external agencies, enabling most pupils to make sound progress.
✓ Broad and rich curriculum – The curriculum successfully develops pupils’ understanding of heritage, identity, moral and spiritual issues, alongside strong creative and artistic skills.
✓ Good standards in key skills – Most pupils demonstrate secure skills in English, mathematics, numeracy and digital competence, applying these confidently across a range of contexts.
✓ Positive attitudes to learning – Many pupils enjoy learning and contribute actively to school life through pupil committees and initiatives such as the Criw Cymraeg.
✓ Supportive leadership and governance – Governors know the school well and provide effective support and challenge. The Friends of the School group makes a valuable contribution to improving resources and opportunities for pupils.
✓ Secure safeguarding and management arrangements – The school’s arrangements for safeguarding, site management and financial management are not a cause for concern.