Dysg eNewsletter: 18 June 2026 • Issue 392

18 June 2026 • Issue 392

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Guidance to restrict mobile phones in schools announced as Education Minister sets out priorities

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Welsh Government education news

CAL:ON Cymru: early access to Literacy resources 

Be among the first to use CAL:ON Cymru’s evidence-based, bilingual literacy resources. Participate in 2026 to shape these free, nationally available tools launching in September 2027. Apply by 10 July for early access and support.

Personalised assessments: MIS reminder for schools

Please remember, when learners transfer to another school in Wales their Personalised Assessment data transfers with them. This includes learners moving from primary school to secondary school.  Remember to download and save the information you need before the end of term, since your access to it on the system will be lost after the transfer on 24 July 2026

National support programme sessions and events

Learn more about the NSP for curriculum and assessment design, including how to register and details of upcoming summer events.

Foundation learning pedagogy and practice monthly update: June 2026

Professional learning support and resources focussing on child development, transitions, leadership and collaboration.

Formative evaluation: Foundation Learning in the Curriculum for Wales

A study by Arad Research and Cardiff Metropolitan University explores how schools are delivering foundation learning within the Curriculum for Wales and using guidance and professional learning to support practice. The Welsh Government response highlights the support available to schools.

To support schools in providing quality foundation learning, a range of resources are available:

These resources offer a useful starting point for curriculum design in supporting learners aged 3 to 8

Primary schools in Blaenau Gwent to get ultrafast broadband

The faster speed means schools can reliably use digital whiteboards, video conferencing, online learning platforms and resource-heavy applications all at once.

Other Education news

SHRN Primary School Data Collection survey now open for registration

Primary schools across Wales are now invited to formally register to take part in The SHRN Student Health and Well-being Survey 2026, marking an important step in strengthening the evidence base for learner health and well-being from an early age.

Updates from Estyn

Careers Wales: Level 6 Careers Leadership qualification

We are offering up to 15 funded places on the Level 6 qualification in Careers Leadership for those with responsibility for CWRE in LA funded schools across Wales.

Dysgu recruitment: Director role

Dysgu is recruiting a Director of Learning Excellence and National Priorities (full-time, permanent). Join our Senior Leadership team to shape professional learning for educators across Wales. For details or to apply, email sara.jermin@dysgu.llyw.cymru or gwenllian.lansdowndavies@dysgu.llyw.cymru.

Welsh government updates

To action: workplace recycling regulations

The legislation requires all non-domestic premises to separate specified waste streams for recycling. Actions to improve compliance in the education sector include: waste audits, grouping bins, using clear signage, using NRW Education Resource Pack and guidance found at WRAP Cymru.

Find out how Porthcawl Comprehensive school is implementing the regulations.

Resources and events

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Supporting Service Children in Education in Wales (SSCE Cymru)

Tidy Wales Awards 2026: open for nominations

Do you know a school, young person or community champion making a real difference for the environment in Wales? Nominations close at 6pm on Tuesday 30 June 2026

Into Film: free resources 

Surveys and consultations

Hwb key dates calendar: survey

A useful calendar for schools highlighting key dates throughout the year and resources to support activity. Please let us know what you think through this short survey.

Have your say: research focusing on multilingual learners

Practitioners are invited to share their experiences of supporting multilingual learners with English or Welsh as an additional language for Welsh Government research through a short survey. 

British Council Wales: the Language Trends Wales survey

The survey provides valuable insight into language teaching across Wales and takes less than 10 minutes to complete. Deadline is 26 June 2026

EHRC: technical guidance consultation

Teachers in Wales, including headteachers and ALNCos, are encouraged to respond to the Equality and Human Rights Commission consultation on new technical guidance for schools. The guidance outlines duties under the Equality Act 2010 and practical steps. Your feedback will help shape clear, workable guidance reflecting school practice.

The consultation survey will close at 11:59pm on 30 September 2026 

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