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New behaviour support package for schools

Following the National Behaviour Summit in 2025, the Welsh Government has today announced a new package of projects to support schools across Wales with behaviour, wellbeing and engagement.

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Swansea offers Flying Start childcare to all two-year old children

Families of all two-year-olds in Swansea can now benefit from free childcare through the Welsh Government’s Flying Start scheme.

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Applications open for Welsh-speaking teachers looking to switch to secondary schools

A programme to help support Welsh-speaking teachers to become secondary school teachers in Wales is now open for applications until 22 February 2026.

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Development of all Wales resources to support school safety

New all Wales resources to support current guidance for schools to deal with incidents of weapons in schools and education settings are being developed.

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Wales joins the National Year of Reading

Wales will join all UK nations in taking part in the National Year of Reading 2026, to inspire people to have a lifelong love of reading.

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Help shape the future of post-16 education in Wales

The Minister for Further and Higher Education has called for universities, colleges, schools, learners, and businesses in Wales to share their views on post-16 education and research.

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£20 million boost for school and college maintenance

An additional £20 million of funding has been allocated this year to support essential capital repairs and maintenance across schools and colleges in Wales.

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National Music Service bringing festive cheer and communities together

As Christmas fast approaches, it is a busy time for local music services across Wales who are creating magical moments for pupils, families, and communities. Up and down the country, children and young people, with the support of the National Music Service , are enjoying performing at school, in concert halls and supermarkets to spread festive cheer.

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Care experienced learners supported by innovative pilot programme

The Virtual School Model pilot programme has helped to address the needs of children looked after and support their educational progress an independent evaluation has found.

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Welsh primary school meals served with a £8 million boost

Universal Primary Free School Meals across Wales are to benefit from an estimated additional £8m investment over the coming two years, with the price spent per meal to rise from £3.20 to £3:40.

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New programme of support announced for Additional Learning Needs

A package of support designed to help learners and families navigate the Additional Learning Needs (ALN) system has been announced, following a review of ALN legislation, listening to families and learnt lessons from delivery across Wales.

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Improvements in Welsh primary school attendance

Welsh primary school attendance has improved, with new data showing a drop in the number of pupils missing school.