Ysgol Ffordd Dyffryn

Mae’r ysgol yn datblygu arweinyddiaeth disgyblion yn dda. Mae staff yn darparu cyfleoedd rheolaidd i ddisgyblion ymgymryd â rolau arwain pwrpasol a chynhwysol. Er enghraifft, mae’r disgyblion sy’n gweithredu fel Llysgenhadon Cyflwr ar y Sbectrwm Awtistig (CSA) yn helpu pobl eraill i ddeall profiadau disgyblion awtistig. Maent yn cynnig awgrymiadau ymarferol i staff a disgyblion ar gyfer lleihau pryder a chynorthwyo disgyblion pan fyddant yn teimlo bod pethau’n mynd yn ormod iddynt. Mae eu gwaith yn cryfhau ethos cynhwysol yr ysgol ac yn codi ymwybyddiaeth o fewn y gymuned.

The school develops pupil leadership well. Staff provide regular opportunities for pupils to take part in purposeful and inclusive leadership roles. For example, the pupils who serve as ASD (autism spectrum disorder) Ambassadors help others understand the experiences of pupils with ASD. They offer practical suggestions for staff and pupils to reduce anxiety and support pupils when they feel overwhelmed. Their work strengthens the school’s inclusive ethos and raises awareness within the community.

Leaders and staff have a relentless drive and passion to develop pupils’ reading skills. Most younger pupils take part enthusiastically in learning activities that help them develop early reading skills. Across the school, nearly all pupils enjoy a wide range of texts, including stories and poetry. Skilled teaching assistants deliver a range of programmes that effectively support groups of pupils, such as those new to English or with ALN, to rapidly develop their early reading skills. As they move through school, most pupils become fluent and enthusiastic readers.