Working Together, Achieving More
Cydweithio a Chyflawni

from the Headteacher

On behalf of the Governors, staff and students I would like to extend a very warm welcome to Ysgol Maesydderwen.  On this website you will find plenty of useful information about our school; it will certainly give you an insight into the opportunities we provide in order for our young people to learn, develop and prosper.  Every day we do our best to ensure that every child becomes successful, curious and ambitious. Our aim is that every pupil at Ysgol Maesydderwen flourishes and is happy.

I am proud to be the Headteacher of a school which is at the heart of its local community.  Ysgol Maesydderwen has been serving Ystradgynlais and its surrounding areas for well over 100 years.  This rich heritage, combined with our outstanding 21st century learning environment, provides pupils with the best possible platform for success.  We aim to support pupils in achieving their potential across a range of academic and vocational subjects, focusing on the development of their literacy, numeracy and digital skills.  We want all our pupils to leave school with the ability to compete in the world of work or in further or higher education.

Our school mission statement is “Working Together, Achieving More” and this underpins all we do as a school community.  We have high expectations of all and we are committed to supporting every pupil to achieve their personal best.

A school website can only tell part of a school’s story.  Please follow us on social media or  better still arrange a visit.  Our doors are open and we welcome all.  I very much look forward to working with you and your children to ensure they become successful, happy and resourceful young people in the future.

 

Mr Phil Grimes

Headteacher / Pennaeth

 

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Our Staff

Headteacher: Mr P. Grimes

Tudor Street, Ystradgynlais, Swansea, SA9 1AP

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The School Day

The School Calendar

Non-pupil days:

 Monday 2 September 2024

 Monday 7 October 2024

 Tuesday 8 October 2024

 Monday 6 January 2025

 Friday 21 March 2025

 Monday 13 July 2025

School Policies and Documents

Dear Parents; We have an ongoing programme of reviewing policies at Ysgol Maesydderwen and we are keen to ensure that you are able to provide us with feedback on key polices.

If you wish to add any observations or comments please send them to :
office@maesydderwen-hs.powys.sch.uk  

Thank you in anticipation of your response.

Our Governors

Chair of Governors - Hugh Pattrick
Vice-Chair of Governors - Betsy Morgan

If you wish to contact anyone of the Governing Body please contact the school and /or the Clerk to the Governors via email clerk@maesydderwen-hs.powys.sch.uk

Governors Report to Parents 2022-23 (Download PDF)

Autumn term:

• Monday 2 September 2024 to Friday 25 October 2024
• Half Term - Monday 28 October 2024 to Friday 1 November 2024
• Monday 4 November 2024 to Friday 20 December 2024

Spring term:

• Monday 6 January 2025 to Friday 21 February 2025
• Half Term - Monday 24 February 2025 to Friday 28 February 2025
• Monday 3 March 2025 to Friday 11 April 2025
  
  

Summer term:

• Monday 28 April 2025 to Friday 23 May 2025
• Half Term - Monday 26 May 2025 to Friday 30 May 2025
• Monday 2 June 2025 to Friday 18 July 2025

Staffing Structure 2024-25

Senior Leadership Team

Headteacher                    

Deputy Headteacher        

Assistant Headteacher

Assistant Headteacher*

Learning Leaders

Expressive Arts and Technology*

English

Humanities & Welsh Baccalaureate

Languages

Mathematics

Physical Education

Science

Health & Wellbeing Curriculum
Co-ordinator

ALNCO

Progress Leaders

Head of Years 7 & Transition

Head of Year 8 & 9*

Head of Year 11

Head of Years 12 & 13*

Additional TLR Holders

Literacy Coordinator and 2nd in English

MAT Coordinator and 2nd in Science

2nd in Arts & Technology*

2nd in & Welsh Baccalaureate

Teaching - non TLR Holders

English

French

Humanities

Humanities

ICT

Mathematics

Mathematics

Music

Nurture

Physical Education

Science

Science

Welsh

Learner Support Staff

Cover Supervisor

Cover Supervisor

Learner Support - Pastoral Care

Learning Coach (Mentor)

Learning Coach (Mentor)

Engagement Officer*

Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant*

Teaching Assistant*

Teaching Assistant*

Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant*

Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant
 

STF Teacher in Charge

STF Teaching Assistant

Lunchtime Supervisor

Lunchtime Supervisor

Lunchtime Supervisor

Sport 5x60 Offcier

WRU Rugby Hub Officer

Technician (DT)

Technician (Art and DT)

IT Manager

Technician (IT)

Technician (Science)

Administration Team

Senior Admin Officer (inc. Finance)

Site Administrative Officer

Examinations and Data Officer

Receptionist

Administrative Assistant

Site Supervisor

Caretaker

Mr. Phil Grimes

MS. Kirsty Irvine

Mrs. Jami Davies

Mrs. Ruth Billions

Mrs. Hayley Lougher (Inc. DCF)

Miss. Kate Addison

Mrs. Laura Davies

Mrs. Rachel Williams

Mrs. Anneil Hosford-Allen

Mr. Darren Jones

Mrs. Faye Brodrick

Mrs. Naomi McGibney

Mrs. Vivian Doel

Mr. David Barbeau

Mrs. Katy Gullan

Mr. Jim Lewis

Mr. Jamie Rees

Mrs. Tracey Hales

Mr. Dave Johnston

Mrs. Jessica Wright

Mrs. Melissa Davies

Mrs. Zoe Evans

Mrs. Magali Lloyd

Mr. Michael John

Mrs. Katrina Rees

Mr. Jordan Hickey

Mr. Paul Martin

Mr. Tim Mellor

Mrs. Deborah Clear

Ms. Hannah Ace

Mrs. Fran Morgan

Mr. Scott Clark

Dr. Jennifer Edwards

Mrs. Nicola ap Gwyn

Mr. Niall Davies

Ms. Sarah Phillips

Mr. Huw Thomas

Mr. Sean Harvey

Mrs. Lucy Watkins

Mrs. Linda Daniel

Mrs. Melanie Dorgan

Ms. Cerys Carter

Ms. Bethan Greig

Mrs Katie Griffiths

Mrs Helen Hibben

Mrs. Amanda Mizrak

Mrs Lynne Picket

Mrs. Sophie Watkins

Mr Nicholas Lyddon

Mrs Amy Jones

MS. Alicia Clark

Ms. Atlanta Thomas

Ms. Leanne Thomas

Mr. Martin Kelly

Mr. Luke Price

Mr. Alan Davies

Miss. Julie Elliott

Mr Liam Kelly

Mr. David Evans

Mrs. Claire Jones

Mrs. Emma Hopkins

Mrs. Victoria Woodhall

MS. Jasmine King

Mrs. Cherine Southgate

Mrs. Melanie Taylor

Mr. Darren Evans

Mr. Alan Davies