Ysgol Heol Goffa

Mae llais y disgybl yn gryfder sylweddol yn yr ysgol, gyda disgyblion yn chwarae rhan weithredol mewn gwneud penderfyniadau trwy bwyllgorau sydd wedi’u hen sefydlu a chyfleoedd arwain. Maent yn dylanwadu ar y cwricwlwm, yn helpu i lunio amgylchedd yr ysgol ac yn cyfrannu at benodi staff, yn ogystal â chynrychioli’r ysgol yn hyderus mewn fforymau lleol a chenedlaethol. Trwy rolau fel aelodau o gyngor yr ysgol, llysgenhadon chwaraeon, y pwyllgor eco a’r Criw Cymraeg, mae disgyblion yn casglu ac yn cyflwyno barn eu cyfoedion, gan ddatblygu medrau cyfathrebu, arwain, gwaith tîm a dinasyddiaeth cryf. Ategir y profiadau arwain hyn gan gysylltiadau dwfn yr ysgol â’i chymuned. Mae prosiectau sy’n pontio’r cenedlaethau, partneriaethau ag elusennau lleol ac ymweliadau rheolaidd â chartrefi preswyl yn cyfoethogi dysgu disgyblion ac yn cryfhau eu hymdeimlad o berthyn. Mae gweithgareddau fel ‘Sing and Smile’, adrodd storïau yn y gymuned, digwyddiadau dwyieithog a sesiynau darllen yn helpu disgyblion i fagu hyder, datblygu empathi a chryfhau eu hunaniaeth ddiwylliannol, gan atgyfnerthu eu medrau llythrennedd a’u lles. Gyda’i gilydd, mae’r cyfleoedd hyn yn galluogi disgyblion nid yn unig i ddylanwadu ar eu hysgol, ond hefyd i wneud cyfraniad ystyrlon i’w cymuned ehangach.<br />

A particular strength is the provision for learning outside the classroom and providing pupils with real-life experiences that support the development of key life skills. Pupils are provided with a wide range of physical activities both onsite and offsite including, therapeutic use of the trampoline, cycling, walking, football, boccia and canoeing and as a result pupils’ physical skills develop appropriately. Older pupils demonstrate very effective physical skills, as well as showing resilience and courage during for example Duke of Edinburgh activities at bronze, silver and gold levels. Further pupils build on these physical skills through a range of highly valuable enhanced curriculum experiences. For example, through skiing trips locally and abroad. In a very few cases pupils showcase these skills by representing Wales in the special Olympics.

Pupil voice is a significant strength of the school, with pupils taking active roles in decision-making through well-established committees and leadership opportunities. They influence the curriculum, shape the school environment and contribute to staff appointments, as well as representing the school confidently in local and national forums. Through roles such as the school council, sports ambassadors, the eco committee and Criw Cymraeg, pupils gather and present the views of their peers, developing strong communication, leadership, teamwork and citizenship skills.These leadership experiences are complemented by the school’s deep connections with its community. Intergenerational projects, partnerships with local charities and regular visits to residential homes enrich pupils’ learning and strengthen their sense of belonging. Activities such as Sing and Smile, community storytelling, bilingual events and reading sessions help pupils build confidence, empathy and cultural identity while reinforcing literacy and well-being. Together, these opportunities enable pupils not only to influence their school but also to contribute meaningfully to their wider community.