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5 December 2024

Estyn’s new tagline: For learners, For Wales
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20 November 2024

Estyn report highlights the significant contribution of early years providers in communities and the need for stronger support to address the impact of poverty on young children’s development

15 November 2024

Consultation – Estyn’s proposed inspection arrangements for inspecting men’s prisons in Wales from April 2025

14 November 2024

Estyn live: Developing pupils’ Welsh reading skills from 10-14 years of age 
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23 October 2024

Estyn outlines sector challenges and successes in early insights report

8 October 2024

Statement: The teaching of reading in Wales

18 September 2024

Estyn highlights the need for stronger collaboration between primary and secondary schools to support pupil transition

12 September 2024

Estyn highlights the importance of Welsh reading across the curriculum as negative impact of pandemic still affects standards
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29 August 2024

Independent review of joint inspection arrangements with Estyn published
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15 July 2024

Inspection 2024 Training