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Ysgol Gyfun Llangefni
Ysgol Gyfun Llangefni is a bilingual community comprehensive school for pupils aged 11 to 18 years old located in Llangefni, Anglesey. Pupils come from the town of Llangefni and the surrounding villages and rural areas. The school opened in 1953 and currently has 719 [4] students on roll. HistoryLlangefni County School opened in 1897 but was superseded by Ysgol Gyfun Llangefni, County Secondary School.[5] Llangefni Grammar School Image of school taken from the road. The title ‘County School’ already existed and was used by the school prior to the Education Act 1944. However, the Act insisted on the term being used for all LEA maintained primary and secondary schools. In 1947 the school was inspected and the HMI report was not favorable. The report stated that ‘there is nothing in this school on which the eye can alight with pleasure’, The school site had been significantly affected by a fire in 1939, but despite the fact that the science laboratories and the domestic science room had been destroyed, the plans to re-build the school (submitted in 1939) had been deferred as a consequence of the war and the lack of money, labour, and materials. Ysgol Gyfun Llangefni was built due to Anglesey’s prominent role as a pioneer of comprehensive schooling. Construction began in 1950 and was completed by 1953.[6] The school first opened its doors in 1953 to all the children of secondary school age in the catchment area with a then capacity of 842. School Ethos"Gorau Cynnydd Cadw Moes" translates to 'Courtesy paves the way to success'. Inclusion, a Welsh ethos , diversity, equality, respect and empathy are the values upheld at the school. [7] School siteThe school is located on a single campus. There is a leisure centre neighbouring the school to the left called Plas Arthur[8] and to the right of the school is Canolfan Addysg y Bont, a school for young people with special educational needs.[9] The school shares some facilities with both establishments. Facilities
CurriculumPupils currently follow the Curriculum for Wales (2022–present) from year 7 through 8. The school offers a variety of subjects at GCSE and at AS/A2 levels, the Welsh Baccalaureate, and some vocational courses. The school also offers additional subjects taught at other sites through the local educational consortium.
Curriculum for WalesAs a pioneer school for the Curriculum for Wales, Ysgol Gyfun Llangefni has played a crucial role in shaping and implementing the new curriculum framework. One of its notable innovations is the development of a Year 7 outdoor curriculum, utilizing the school's 20-acre grounds, including a former football field now transformed into a community garden. This outdoor learning model, integrated with the health and well-being area of learning and experience, provides pupils with lessons in physical education, gardening, and outdoor education. The garden project, designed in collaboration with the North Wales Wildlife Trust and students from previous academic years, has been central to the school's curriculum. The garden includes distinct zones such as a sensory garden, wildlife areas, and a micro forest where over 500 trees have been planted by students. This initiative aims to foster practical gardening skills, promote sustainability, and enhance students' connection to nature, improving both academic and personal well-being. The school also promotes sustainability, working toward a carbon-neutral garden that educates pupils about climate change and environmental stewardship. The success of the gardening project has garnered attention from the local community and organizations, positioning Ysgol Gyfun Llangefni as a model for innovative, hands-on learning practices.[10] School housesThe school's four houses annually compete in the school sports day and school Eisteddfod. Each student and member of staff is placed in a school house. The school houses The four house emblems of Ysgol Gyfun Llangefni
Extra-curricular activitiesThe school offers a range of extra-curricular activities including but not limited to Team and individual sports, 5x60, Duke of Edinburgh Award, Charity work, Book club, Chess club, Lego club, F1 in Schools team, Games and socialising club, Instrumental lessons and drama. During the summer term year 7 pupils enjoy the "Crafnant Experience" where they take part in outdoor activities such as kayaking, mountain biking, rock climbing and an adventure trail before camping overnight. [11] School catchment areaThe school serves a central area of Anglesey that includes Bodorgan, Bodffordd, Gaerwen, Llanbedrgoch, Llangefni, Llangristiolus, Talwrn and Dwyran. The following is a list of primary schools that fall within the boundary of Ysgol Gyfun Llangefni's catchment area.[12]
The school also accepts pupils from outside of the catchment area providing numbers do not exceed the admission limit. Notable alumni
Notable staff members
Former headteachers
Filming LocationYsgol Gyfun Llangefni has been the filming location for Welsh soap opera Rownd a Rownd for a number of years. Scenes requiring a school setting for the fictional 'Ysgol Glanrafon' secondary school are filmed at the school. [33] Welsh languageWelsh Government defines the school as a bilingual secondary school Category 2B, which means that, at least 80% of subjects (excluding Welsh and English) are taught through the medium of Welsh but are also taught through the medium of English.[34] However, the majority are taught through the medium of Welsh. Approximately 87% of pupils study Welsh as a first language.[35] As of January 2023, 78.5% of the school's pupils spoke Welsh at home.[36] See alsoReferences
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