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Welsh


Cymraeg

At Trellech we are passionate about the Welsh language. It is not only of cultural importance but has many benefits such as:

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  • Speaking another language makes your brain more creative
  • It may help you to learn other skills easier-like playing an instrument
  • It increases the amount of time you can concentrate for
  • Your brain is healthier when you get old

 

The importance of speaking different languagesIt will help you learn other languages more easily! 

  • When you can speak two languages it is easier for your brain to learn more
  • People who speak two languages can go on to learn many more

 

It helps you do better at school!

  • Children who speak two languages often get higher marks in school as they get older
  • It improves your memory so you can remember more information

 

It gives you a sense of Welsh identity and culture! 

  • Speaking Welsh helps you to understand the street and place names around you-lots have special meanings that you may otherwise have missed!
  • It gives you a sense of belonging to Wales and its history

 

In Welsh, pupils are developing their use of vocabulary: grammar, spellings and sentence structure within discrete lessons and daily Welsh lessons. 

We ensure that language patterns are embedded orally prior to engaging in written work. 

 

Welsh Language patterns

Reception Year 2 Year 4
Year 1 Year 3 Year 5
    Year 6

 

 

 

Welsh websites

Foundation Phase https://www.bbc.co.uk/wales/learning/astroantics/
  https://www.bbc.co.uk/wales/bobinogs/games/gamespage.shtml
  https://www.bbc.co.uk/cymru/bowns/homenn.shtml
Key Stage 2 https://www.bbc.co.uk/wales/learning/penigamp/
  https://www.bbc.co.uk/wales/celts/