Our latest report finds improved support for young people through #JobsGrowthWales+ but access to training varies by region. Read the full report:

Last chance to apply!. We’re recruiting for a Welsh speaking People and OD Advisor, with experience of working in a generalist HR role to join the People team. Closing date: 10:00am this Thursday, 17 July 2025. Apply now:

We like to share effective practice when we see it. This month, we are sharing case studies from an Adult Learning in the Community setting – Conwy & Denbighshire ALC . Read our most recent effective practice here: .

We are pleased to see action to improve support for ALN learners - You can find lots of helpful case studies and findings in our recent report -

“The children are so much calmer outside and they are far more engaged in their learning.”. Learn more about the impact of outdoor learning on learners from Little Friends Nursery in Taff’s Well. Find out more here: .

“Learners are central to all our work. As inspectors, we want to experience how the school or PRU operates from day to day, to see the experiences of learners, staff and education leaders during a normal week.”. You’re #ReadyAlready

We’ve had 3 busy days of initial training for the Secondary sector in Cardiff this week. Thanks everyone for your participation! . We’re looking forward to welcoming you on inspection soon.

Anti-racism in schools is a key theme from this year’s Annual Report. Get insight from providers about what’s happening on the ground in our newly published podcast, Sgwrs. Listen here: . #SgwrsEstyn #EstynAnnualReport

Looking for a new job opportunity?. We’re recruiting for a Welsh speaking People and OD Advisor, with experience of working in a generalist HR role to join the People team. Apply now: #HRjobs

How effective are Welsh language training schemes at developing the skills and bilingual pedagogy of practitioners in the further education and apprenticeships sector?. Read our recent thematic report to find out more: .

A fantastic day of training with our all-age peer inspector community in Llandrindod yesterday. Always great to bring everyone together for learning, discussion and reflection. Thank you to all delegates for your contributions!

Our new report looks at how international languages are being taught in Welsh schools. Primary pupils are discovering the joy of learning new languages, but there’s still work to do to improve access and uptake in later years. Find out more:

This month we are highlighting some interesting effective practice from Conwy & Denbighshire Adult Learning in the Community Partnership. @AdultLearningCD

Our campaign features preparation materials & information to share with staff.

When it comes to inspections, Estyn believes Welsh providers are #ReadyAlready. That’s why we challenge common misconceptions of inspections by sharing the experiences of Welsh providers.

We value different perspectives and lived experiences which help us make better, more informed decisions for learners. Information pack: .Closing date: 22 July 2025.2/2.

Watch our interview with current lay inspector Jeremy Turner to find out why you should think about applying: We particularly welcome those from diverse backgrounds and those working in the medium of Welsh to apply. 1/2

We're exploring how AI can enhance our work - supporting inspections, research and data analysis. Learn more about how we're developing a safe, ethical approach to AI:

To prove that they are #ReadyAlready, we visited providers at Alexandra Primary School, Wrexham, to hear their true thoughts on their latest Estyn inspection. Here’s what they had to say.

What is our approach to Artificial Intelligence? . We’re exploring AI’s potential to support inspection, research & data analysis—while keeping learners at the heart of what we do. Read how we’re developing our approach to AI: . #AIinEducation