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Chwarae yn Gymraeg

To support and encourage the use of the Welsh language throughout the school.

Find out more information about our Chwarae yn Gymraeg programme below, and if your school is interested in this provision, you can complete the expression of interest form on this page

What is Chwarae yn Gymraeg?

To support and encourage the use of the Welsh language through the school.

'Lead by pupils and enjoyed by pupils'

How is the workshop delivered?

16 pupils from your school will receive a Chwarae yn Gymraeg workshop with experienced staff from the Urdd Sports Department during the school day allowing pupils to become Chwarae yn Gymraeg Ambassadors within your school.

The Chwarae yn Gymraeg Ambassadors will receive the relevant resources to allow them to lead Chwarae yn Gymraeg sessions independently on the school yard, while supporting and encouraging the use of the Welsh language through sport to their friends and peers.

What is included?

4-hour workshop for up to 16 pupils from Year 5/6
10 sets of game cards
Set of cones, ball, stickers, certificates, and bag

What are the benefits?

Support and encourage the use of the Welsh language through sport
Learning in a fun and engaging environment that develops pupils' language skills
Raise the profile of the Welsh language on the school yard
Promotes physical literacy outside the classroom
Allows pupils to take ownership of their learning

What is the cost?

Chwarae yn Gymraeg costs £295 per school

Good practices

Chwarae yn Gymraeg

The Urdd’s Chwarae yn Gymraeg project travels to Ireland

Urdd Gobaith Cymru, Wales’ largest youth organisation has travelled to Ireland to deliver Chwarae yn Gymraeg (‘Playing in Welsh’) sessions at a primary school in Belarmine, Dublin as part of the organisation’s St David’s Day 2023 celebrations.

Expression of interest form

Complete the form below to show an expression of interest in Chwarae yn Gymraeg

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