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
Headteacher: Mr P. Grimes
Tudor Street, Ystradgynlais, Swansea, SA9 1AP
PERIOD
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MONDAY-FRIDAY
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08:45
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Warning Bell
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08:45 - 08:50
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Movement Time
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8:50 - 09:10
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Tutor Period
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9:10 - 10:10
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Lesson 1
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10:10 - 11:10
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Lesson 2
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11:10 - 11:30
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Morning Break
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11:30
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Warning Bell
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11:30 - 11:35
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Movement Time
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11:35 -12:35
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Lesson 3
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12:35 - 13:35
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Lesson 4
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13:35 - 14:10
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Lunch
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14:10
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Warning Bell
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14:10 - 14:15
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Movement Time
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14:15 - 15:15
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Lesson 5
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15:15
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End of School Day
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TERM
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START DATE
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Autumn 2021
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Thursday 2nd September 2021
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Spring 2022
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Wednesday 5th January 2022
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Summer 2022
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Tuesday 26th April 2022
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HALF-TERM DATES
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END DATE
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Monday 25th October 2021 to Friday 29th October 2021
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Wednesday 22nd December 2021
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Monday 21st February 2022 to Friday 25th February 2022
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Thursday 7th April 2022
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Monday 30th May 2022 to Friday 3rd June 2022
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Thursday 14th July 2022
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Unfortunately, due to current COVID restrictions, key events in the school calendar have been suspended. Regular updates to parents will be provided via Schoop.
Non-Pupil Inset Days 2021/22
- Wednesday 1 September 2021
- Tuesday 4 January 2022
- Friday 8 April 2022
- Monday 25 April 2022
- Friday 15 July 2022
Useful Dates 2021/22
- Good Friday: Friday 15 April 2022
- Easter Monday: Monday 18 April 2022
- May Day Bank Holiday: Monday 2 May 2022
- Spring Bank Holiday: Thursday 2 June 2022
- Substitute Bank Holiday (Queen's Platinum Jubilee): Monday 18 July 2022
- Royal Welsh Show: Monday 18 July 2022 - Thursday 21 July 2022
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 :
[email protected]hs.powys.sch.uk
Thank you in anticipation of your response.
Position
Community Governor
Community Governor
Community Governor
Community Governor
Community Governor
Headteacher Governor
LEA Governor
LEA Governor
LEA Governor
LEA Governor
LEA Governor
Parent Governor
Parent Governor
Parent Governor
Parent Governor
Parent Governor
Parent Governor
Staff Governor
Teacher Governor
Teacher Governor
Clerk to the Governors
Forename
Susan
Elaine
Nicola
Helen
Phil
Hugh
Cllr David
Richard
Cllr Susan
Cllr Huw
Betsy
Craig
Nigel
Kiera
Craig
Edward
Linda
Hayley
David
Paul
Surname
Pyart
Reynolds
Griffiths
Howe
Grimes
Pattrick
Thomas
Walters
McNicholas
Williams
Morgan
Jones
Hickey
Lee
Jones
King
Daniel
Loughor
Johnston
Hibben
Expected
Occ End Date
21.03.2022
21.03.2022
12.12.2022
08.12.2024
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20.11.2021
31.08.2024
30.09.2024
31.08.2024
31.08.2024
08.12.2024
12.02.2022
02.07.2022
08.12.2024
02.07.2022
08.12.2024
08.12.2024
31.08.2022
31.08.2022
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Senior Leadership Team
Headteacher
Deputy Headteacher
Assistant Headteacher (Acting)
Director of Learning (Teaching and Learning)
Director of Learning (Raising Standards)
Director of Learning (Wellbeing)
Learning Leaders
Expressive Arts and Technology
English
Humanities (Acting)
Languages
Mathematics
Physical Education (Acting)
Science
Specialist Teaching Facility
Progress Leaders
Head of Years 6 & 7
Head of Years 8 & 9
Head of Years 10 & 11
Head of Years 12 & 13
Additional TLR Holders
Literacy Coordinator and 2nd in English
Numeracy Coordinator and 2nd in Science
DCF Coordinator and 2nd in E.A.T
Health and Wellbeing AoLE Coordinator
Teaching Staff
Design Technology
Design Technology
English
French
French
Geography
Humanities
Mathematics
Mathematics
Music
Nurture
Physical Education
Science & Mathematics (STEM)
Science
Welsh
Welsh
Pupil Support Staff
Cover Supervisor
Cover Supervisor
Pastoral Support
Pastoral Support
Pastoral Support
Pastoral Support
Learning Support
Learning Support
Learning Support
Learning Support (STF)
Learning Support (STF)
Learning Support (STF)
Learning Support (STF)
Learning Support (STF)
Learning Support (STF)
Lunchtime Supervisor
Lunchtime Supervisor
Sport 5x60 Officer
Technician (DT)
Technician (Art and DT)
IT Manager
Technician (IT)
Technician (Science)
Administration Team
Senior Administrative Officer
Headteacher’s P.A.
Examinations and Data Officer
Receptionist
Administrative Assistant
Caretaker
Caretaker
Mr. Phil Grimes
MS. Kirsty Irvine
Mr. Jami Davies
Mrs. Faye Brodrick
Mr. Jim Lewis
Mrs. Caryl Jones
Mrs. Katy Gullam
Mrs. Alyson Thomas
Mrs. Rachel Williams
Mrs. Melissa Davies
Mrs. Ceryl Jones
Mr. Darren Jones
Mrs. Faye Brodrick
Mrs. Lisa Jones
Mrs. Kirsten Johns
Mrs. Ruth Bullions
Mr. Jim Lewis
Mrs. Caryl Jones
Mrs. Tracey Hales
Mr. Dave Johnston
Miss. Hayley Lougher
Mrs. Naomi McGibney & Mrs. Fran Morgan
Mrs. Naomi McGibney
Mrs. Jessica Wright
Mr. Jamie Rees
Mr. David Barbeau
Mrs. Magali Lloyd
Mrs. Katrina Rees
Ms. Caitlin Evans
Mr. Paul Martin
Mr. Tim Mellor
Mrs. Deborah Clear
Ms. Hannah Ace
Mrs. Fran Morgan
Mr. James Hansen
Mr. Scott Clarke
Mrs. Anwen Lewis
Mrs. Janice William
Mrs. Jan Millar
Miss Emily Carroll
Mr. Sean Harvey
Mr. Joe Muzil
Mrs. Lucy Watkins
Mr. Huw Thomas
Mrs. Melanie Dorgan
Mrs. Helen Hibben
Mrs. Linda Welch
Mrs. Linda Daniel
Mr. Will Maynard
Miss. Sian Newman
Mrs. Lynne Pickett
Miss. Mel Smith
Miss. Sophie Watkins
Mr. Alan Davies
Ms. Leanne Thomas
Mr. Martin Kelly
Mr. Alan Davies
Miss. Julie Elliott
Mr. Rhys Harris
Ms. Laura Hough
Mrs. Clare Jones
Mrs. Kim Gaffney
Mrs. Bethan Panfili
Mr. Chris Cooper
Mrs. Emma Hopkins
Mrs. Melanie Taylor
Mr. Trevor Gaffney
Mr. Alan Davies