Dysg eNewsletter: 27 June 2025 • Issue 780

27 June 2025 • Issue 780

Vikki Howells

Written statement: Update on vocational education and training

Our objective is to support the wider participation agenda by creating clearer and more accessible pathways for all learners.  

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Written statement: School term dates 2026 to 2027 – consultation response

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School Improvement Partnership Programme (SIPP)

Arad Research are carrying out workshops in July and September as part of research into the reforms to school improvement arrangements.

We would like to hear from school senior leaders who are interested in taking part in this research. Learn more and express your interest here.

WELSH government NEWS

Help shape the way we communicate with you?

We want everyone working in education in Wales to get the information they need about the changes happening across the sector, when they need it, in a format they want it.

Your views and experiences are vitally important to us, so please take part in our survey which closes 21 July 2025

Vacancy: Chief Executive, new Professional learning and leadership body

Following establishment of a new arm’s length organisation to support the education workforce through high quality professional learning and leadership development; the Welsh Government is looking to appoint its first Chief Executive.Closing date 30 June 2025.

Written Statement: Consultation on School Funding, Budget Statements and Outturn Statements (Wales) Regulations 2026 

Consultation, now open until 2 September 2025

Free examination appeals for learners who are economically disadvantaged

The Welsh Government is continuing to fund the cost of appeals for economically disadvantaged learners undertaking general and vocational qualifications in summer 2025.

New School Business Professionals pilot launched

Welsh Government, in partnership with the Institute of School Business Leadership, have launched 12-month pilot project to enhance resource planning and support strategic decision-making in schools. 50 business professionals from schools across Wales, recently attended induction events in Merthyr Tydfil and Llandudno as part of the pilot.

Welsh Government response to Unlocking potential: insights into improving teaching and leadership in mathematics education

What we plan to do in response to Estyn’s report and recommendations. You can read Estyn’s full report on their website.

Personalised Assessments

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Survey: Year 13 learner views of Higher education survey

We want to understand young people’s attitudes to university.

Colleges and schools; please share a short Year 13 survey  (5 to 10 mins). Find out how your data will be used here: privacy notice.

The WISERD education multi-cohort study

Wales' longest running educational study seeks school participation to track secondary pupils' experiences on curriculum, discrimination, political engagement, Welsh language and global issues. This valuable data resource for educators, researchers and policymakers across Wales is now expanding. For more details email wmcs@cardiff.ac.uk

Survey on the 360 safe Cymru online safety tool

We are inviting you to share your views on the 360 safe Cymru tool

resources, events and training

Join us in celebrating a historic milestone for the Wales Women’s National Football Team as they qualify for the Ewro for the very first time!

To mark this incredible achievement, we’re launching a brand new classroom resource designed to inspire pupils to dream big and aim high.

National writing day 25 June 2025

Hwb resources celebrate National Writing Day and encourages learners to become confident in their writing skills.

Dangos: online financial awareness training

Free training for workers in contact with families who may need financial assistance. Book your session here.

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