A brand-new space will be launched at this year’s Urdd Eisteddfod in Ynys Môn, offering a dedicated ‘haven’ for school staff from across Wales to relax, network and take a break from the busyness of the competitive week.
The ‘Ystafell Athrawon’ (Staff Room) has been established by CYDAG, National Music Service Wales, and e-sgol, with support from Urdd Gobaith Cymru and the Welsh Government. The pavilion will provide a welcoming environment where teachers and education staff can come together to enjoy refreshments, charge devices, receive support and information, and gain inspiration during the Eisteddfod.
In addition, a variety of organisations that support teachers will be present on different days throughout the week. These include Adnodd, Medr, Dysgu, Neurodiversity Wales, and Educators Wales, ensuring that a wide range of expertise and support is available to school staff.
Visitors will be able to make use of an Information Wall, learning sessions, and opportunities to share good practice, along with much more—making the Ystafell Athrawon a hub for professional support and educational inspiration during the festival.
Partner organisations
CYDAG is an active and forward-thinking national body that supports the Welsh-medium education system by providing a strong voice, strategic support, and development opportunities for schools and the education workforce.
www.cydag.cymru/
The National Music Service of Wales is responsible for delivering the National Plan for Music Education on behalf of the Welsh Government, working closely with schools, teachers, and national partners to provide music education.
www.gwasanaethcerdd.cymru
e-sgol is an innovative initiative that uses digital technology to expand learning opportunities, enabling pupils and school staff across Wales to collaborate, share expertise, and access specialist subjects and provision.
www.e-sgol.cymru
The day’s President, Tudur Owen, will officially open the Ystafell Athrawon at 11:00am on Sunday, 24 May, marking the start of an exciting new initiative to support and celebrate teachers and education staff within the framework of the Urdd Eisteddfod.
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For more information, please contact:
CYDAG: Gwennan Schiavone – gwennan.schiavone@cydag.cymru
National Music Service Wales: Sara Gibson – sara.gibson@wlga.gov.uk
e-sgol: Llifon Ellis – llifon.ellis@e-sgol.cymru