Henllys C.I.W. Primary School, Torfaen

Henllys C.I.W. Primary School is an English-medium school in Wales. Welsh schools are inspected by Estyn rather than Ofsted, and its latest report is published on Estyn's website.

It had 178 pupils in the 2025/26 school census.

8% of pupils are eligible for free school meals (three-year average).

Of its pupils, 5% are learning English as an additional language; and 17% are from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds.

Year groups range from 15 pupils (Year 1) to 30 (Year 2).

Its delegated budget for 2026-27 works out at £5,365 per pupil, against £3,994 in 2021-22. It carried forward £59k of reserves at the end of 2024-25.

Estyn's report on its June 2026 inspection summarises Henllys C.I.W. Primary School like this:

"Henllys C.I.W. Primary School provides a welcoming environment where pupils enjoy learning, behave exceptionally well and feel a strong sense of belonging. Leaders have established a positive culture based on high expectations and strong relationships. They work closely with parents and carers to support pupils’ learning and well-being. This work has contributed to notable improvements in rates of attendance at the school. Most pupils make strong progress from their starting points. The curriculum provides a rich range of learning experiences that reflect the local community and Welsh context well."

"Meaningful learning experiences help pupils develop valuable knowledge and skills that prepare them well for everyday life. These opportunities also enable pupils to explore their beliefs, values and responsibilities and develop respect for others and an appreciation of the wider world. Teachers are developing appropriate approaches to increase challenge and encourage pupils to think independently. Currently, this is not consistent across the school. In a minority of lessons teachers do not provide sufficient opportunities that challenge pupils to think or work independently to solve problems Most pupils develop strong literacy, numeracy and digital skills as they move through the school. They become confident readers and writers, apply their mathematical understanding successfully and use digital technology purposefully to support their learning. The school promotes the Welsh language effectively."

"Currently, older pupils have too few opportunities to converse in Welsh. Teachers know their pupils well and use assessment information appropriately to build on prior learning and respond to individual needs. They adapt support suitably, including for pupils with additional learning needs, so that most make good progress. Through high-quality professional learning and collaboration with the local cluster of schools, leaders have established a consistent approach that encourages pupils to reflect on and improve their learning. They evaluate the school's work carefully to identify priorities for improvement. Governors provide valuable support and appropriate challenge, helping leaders maintain a clear focus on improving outcomes for pupils."

Estyn made 2 recommendations: (1) Strengthen opportunities for pupils to think independently and solve problems through appropriately challenging learning; (2) Improve pupils’ Welsh oracy skills.

In its own words: "‘Henllys C.I.W. Primary School is a thriving community where pupils enjoy learning and feel a strong sense of belonging. Throughout the school, pupils are courteous and behave exceptionally well. They show respect for their peers, adults and visitors, helping to create a calm and purposeful learning environment."

From the headteacher's welcome: "Welcome to Henllys Church in Wales Primary School. I have great pleasure in being the Headteacher of Henllys and working with such a dedicated and successful team of professionals. All of the staff have the children’s best interests at the heart of everything they do."

The school runs after-school care.

The nearest other state primary schools to Henllys C.I.W. Primary School are Greenmeadow Primary School (0.6 miles), Coed Eva Primary (0.6 miles), Blenheim Road Community Primary School (0.8 miles) and Nant Celyn Primary School (0.8 miles).

The nearest railway station is Cwmbran Rail Station, about 2.1 miles away in a straight line.

10 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Primrose Court (before), 90 metres away.