Criw Cymraeg
We are working towards …
We are working towards the Silver Cymraeg Campus award, a Welsh Government award scheme to encourage the use of Welsh in English-medium schools. There are ten targets which we are aiming to fulfil.
Targed 1: Welsh is prominent on most displays and signage around the school
Targed 2: Many of the learners have an understanding and respect for the culture and language of Wales and are aware of the advantages of learning Welsh
Targed 3: Learners are able to speak Welsh with increasing confidence in a range of situations within their classrooms
Targed 4: Learners are able to speak Welsh with increasing confidence in a range of situations outside their classrooms
Targed 5: The Criw Cymraeg lead the majority of the Welsh assembly
Targed 6: Learners make good use of apps, websites and other digital technology to enhance their learning and enjoyment of Welsh
Targed 7: The school organises a range of enrichment activities to develop learners use and enjoyment of Welsh
Targed 8: Welsh guided reading sessions are held regularly
Targed 9: Welsh is used regularly in other areas of learning and experience by staff and learners
Targed 10: Many of the learners have a positive attitude towards learning Welsh
Christ the Word Catholic School will build on the ethos, success and achievements at the core of education provision across the Diocese. It will be a strong and nurturing learning community.
- The Rt Reverend Peter M Brignall, Bishop of Wrexham.
This fantastic new school will help us achieve our goal of providing modern facilities across Denbighshire that further enhance pupils’ learning.
- Huw Hilditch-Roberts, Lead Member for Education, Children and Young People, Denbighshire County Council
I am delighted that the partnership of Welsh Government, Denbighshire County Council and the Catholic Church will deliver a brand new school to serve the families of Rhyl and the surrounding parishes.