Ysgol Brynrefail
53°09′03″N 4°11′29″W / 53.1507°N 4.1914°W
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| Ysgol Brynrefail | |
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| Location | |
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| , , LL55 4AD | |
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| Type | comprehensive |
| Motto | Y Byd i'n Disgyblion a Disgyblion i'n Byd |
| Religious affiliation(s) | Secular |
| Established | 1900 |
| Local authority | Gwynedd |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Age | 11 to 18 |
| Enrollment | 714 |
| Website | http://www.ysgolbrynrefail.org/index.php |
Ysgol Brynrefail is a bilingual secondary school for pupils aged 11-18, situated in Llanrug, Gwynedd, north Wales. There were 714 pupils on roll at the school in 2016.[1] Its current headmaster is Mr Arwyn Williams.[2]
According to the latest Estyn inspection report, 91% come from homes where Welsh is the main language, with 99% speaking it as a first language or to an equivalent standard.[3]
Extra-curricular activities such as the annual Eisteddfod form an important aspect of school life. Around Christmas time, sixth form pupils have the opportunity to organise and host a party for children from a local special needs school.
Ex-pupils currently working in the world of Welsh television and radio include presenter Dafydd 'Du' Meredydd; radio presenter Jeni Lyn; television presenter Trystan Morris; and members of several bands including Race Horses, Derwyddon Doctor Gonzo and Y Bandana.
Notable alumni also include Welsh literary greats T. H. Parry-Williams, Gwenlyn Parry and Eirug Wyn. Sporting former pupils include Welsh international footballer Malcolm Allen and David Brailsford CBE, the esteemed British Cycling performance director.
See also
References
- ^ "Ysgol Brynrefail". mylocalschool.wales.gov.uk. Retrieved 2016-12-02.
- ^ Ysgol Brynrefail, School website
- ^ "Ysgol Brynrefail Inspection Report 2012" (PDF). Estyn. Estyn. 2012. Retrieved 28 October 2016.