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“Thank-you so much for welcoming me to the school on the day that the Future Generations Commissioner for Wales launched his new seven year strategy Cymru Can on November 14th 2023. It was great to be able to visit one of the schools that are part of our Future Generations Changemaker 100 list.

I was delighted to meet yourself, teaching staff and pupils for a workshop and activities around the Well-being of Future Generations Act and Cymru Can.  I saw the significant benefits that the new school building brings to the school community in terms of all round pupil well-being and the focus on net zero and being a globally responsible nation. 

I was particularly impressed with the outdoor learning areas and to experience the clever and creative ways that you are using this to support both the curriculum (science, cookery, geography etc.) and those with Additional Learning Needs / who are emotionally vulnerable.  You are making incredible use of this space and I hope that you're able to continue to invest in this way - 'acting today for  a better tomorrow'.  

To see first hand the positive impact on children's well-being and educational outcomes as I walked around and met people was something that has stayed with me.  I only wish that more of the schools in Wales could have the approach and facilities that Ysgol Bro Dinefwr has.

I found the children that took part in the workshop and activities (who were a wide range of ages in the same session) to be courteous, respectful of me and each other, interested in the issues being discussed, and fun to engage.  I thank you and them for your time.  

If we can do anything to help you, please let us know.”

Helen Nelson 

Director of Strategic Planning and Climate and Nature

On behalf of Derek Walker, Future Generations Commissioner for Wales