What people think of us
"Staff give pupils exemplary support and guidance. They pay very good attention to pupils’ emotional needs and to raising their self-esteem. They have an excellent understanding of the particular issues that pupils have to deal with. The PRU has a wide range of comprehensive policies in place to promote pupils’ health and wellbeing."
Estyn
"Thank you for all your support! You are so amazing and help so many young people. I will miss you!" L, age 14
"I just want to let you know that I’ve completed my course!! I’ve gained at least 30 distinctions so far.
Thank you for pushing me through and not letting me give up! It means so much to me! ☺️
All the best!"
L, age 18
"The education centre provided me with the structure that I needed. Keeping busy was key to dealing with my problems."
K, age 16
"I can't express...how much I appreciate everything you've done for me. Thank you."
E, age 17
" I really wanted to say a massive thank you for all your help and support. You've helped me with so much more than my education. You genuinely care for all the young people. Words can't express my appreciation towards you all."
A, age 16
"You're all amazing people and I wish you the very best. Big shout out for putting up with my sick banta...and constant procrastination!"
K, age 15
"You're real stars, thanks for all the work you've done with ****.
Parents, 2019
"To all staff at Nant-y-Bryniau. A huge thank you to everyone for all your help and support (and taxiing). We are so grateful to you all.
Parent, 2018
"Thank you all so much for all the help and support you have given me to prepare me for my GCSE's!"
I, age 15
"Thank you for all that you have helped me with during my time at the education centre. I cannot even begin to explain how grateful I am for all the support and kindness you have given to me. You have all played a massive part in my journey of getting better and it's clear to say that I probably wouldn't have got to this stage without your help. I will miss each and every one of you. Thank you."
A, age 16
"Sincere thanks to you all at Nant-y-Bryniau for your warm welcome. Please pass on my thanks to the students too. It was very good of them to stay and chat. Best wishes."
Kirsty Williams AM
Minister for Education
2019