Caerphilly County Borough Council is planning to eventually close down Lewis Girls’ School, in Ystrad Mynach, and transfer pupils to Lewis School Pengam, which is currently boys-only.
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Plans to end single-sex education throw up wellbeing and job security concerns
Pupils, parents and staff are split over proposals to end single-sex education in the Upper Rhymney Valley and merge two comprehensive schools.
Council ‘can’t make promises’ jobs are safe if school shake-up goes ahead
The council has launched a public consultation on proposals to close Lewis Girls’ School and make boys-only Lewis School Pengam co-ed.
Senior councillors back sweeping changes to schools across county borough
A new secondary school, a bilingual primary campus, a merger, and a closure have all moved a step closer under new plans approved by the council’s cabinet.
Lewis Girls School and boys-only Lewis School Pengam could merge
The council has unveiled an “ambitious” proposal to tackle low pupil numbers at Lewis Girls’ School in Ystrad Mynach and boys-only Lewis School Pengam.
Council agrees to end PFI schools contract
Caerphilly County Borough Council has agreed to buyout schools PFI contract, despite concerns from governors and opposition councillors.
Decision to end schools PFI deal delayed by council after concerns raised
Moves by Caerphilly Council to buy out a school PFI contract have been met with concern from governors.
Schools’ concern over moves to end PFI deal
Moves by Caerphilly Council to buyout a schools PFI contract have been met with concern from governors.
Council seeks to end private finance school contracts for “significant” savings
Caerphilly County Borough Council will consider ending a 30-year private contract which funded two schools for “significant” savings.
Serial killers, detectives and aeroplanes – the award-winning documentary film company with roots in Ystrad Mynach
Set up by Ystrad Mynach’s David Howard and business partner Rik Hall, Monster Films has produced countless documentaries and series for broadcasters both in the UK and the US.