Ysgol Gynradd Llanedy, Abertawe

Ysgol Gynradd Llanedy is a bilingual (Welsh and English) school in Wales. Welsh schools are inspected by Estyn rather than Ofsted, and its latest report is published on Estyn's website.

It had 21 pupils in the 2025/26 school census.

Year groups range from 1 pupils (Year 3) to 6 (Year 1).

Its delegated budget for 2026-27 works out at £8,415 per pupil, against £5,650 in 2021-22. It carried forward £33k of reserves at the end of 2024-25.

Estyn's report on its March 2025 inspection summarises Ysgol Gynradd Llanedy like this:

"All staff at Ysgol Llanedi work diligently to provide rich and valuable experiences for the school's pupils. Their strong links with the local community are a notable element of their work. They ensure that the school is an important focal point for the village. Pupils often take part in services and concerts in the local area, and in the agricultural show’s competitions. Members of the community visit the school regularly to help out, talk to pupils or enjoy the sports day. All these experiences ensure that pupils develop a strong sense of belonging to their local area."

"The acting headteacher leads with energy and a robust vision based on providing the best possible experiences for pupils. Staff and governors know their strengths well and prioritise improvements sensibly. Staff provide an exciting, broad and balanced curriculum that enriches pupils' experiences. They know each pupil well. This means that they provide work that sets a challenge for each individual regularly. Pupils' literacy, numeracy and digital skills are developing robustly."

"They apply their skills in relevant and purposeful activities that maintain pupils’ interest for extended periods. Teachers ensure that pupils receive regular written feedback, but this is not always effective in helping pupils to improve their work. Almost all pupils’ behaviour is excellent. They look after each other carefully in the classroom and on the playground, with the older pupils being extremely caring of the little ones. Pupils' positive attitudes towards the Welsh language are evident throughout the school. Governors play an active and supportive role, ensuring high and sustainable standards."

Estyn made 1 recommendation: (1) Ensure that feedback to pupils is timely and that they have suitable opportunities to improve their work.

The nearest other state primary schools to Ysgol Gynradd Llanedy are Hendy C.P. Mixed School (2.2 miles), Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Bryniago (2.4 miles), Ysgol Gynradd Tycroes (2.4 miles) and Pontarddulais Primary School (2.4 miles).

The nearest railway station is Pontarddulais Rail Station, about 1.9 miles away in a straight line.

2 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Tarfan y Deri, 180 metres away.