Governing Body/Reports

Ysgol Dyffryn Taf

Governing Body 2024-2025

Mr Alun Owen - Headteacher

Mrs Catrin Cole - Clerk to the Governing Body

 

Mrs Jo Kind - Chair of the Governing Body – Foundation Governor

Cllr Sue Allen - Vice Chair of the Governing Body (Local Authority Governor)

Mr Matthew Bowen - Foundation Governor

Mr Edward Howells - Foundation Governor

Mr Philip Davies - Foundation Governor

1 vacancy - Foundation Governor 

 

Parent Governors

Mrs Angela Prickett

Mrs Bethan Simmonds

Mr Tim Evans

Mrs Liz Bowes

Mr Richard Owen

1 vacancy

 

Local Authority Governors

Mrs Elaine Bradbury

Mrs Karen Owen

1 vacancy

 

Staff Governors

Mrs Sophie Jenkins - Teacher Governor

Miss Vicki Kucyj - Teacher Governor

Miss Katie Topliss - Staff Governor

 

Community Governor

Mrs Julianna Bransden 

Miss Angharad Lewis      

 

Annual Governor's Report

The Annual Governors’ Report to Parents and Carers 2025 for Ysgol Dyffryn Taf provides a comprehensive look at our recent achievements and future strategic goals. It highlights the successful implementation of the "We Thrive" pilot scheme for inclusive learning and a new Behaviour Leadership Policy focused on safety and respect. The document outlines academic performance data for GCSE, BTEC and A-level students, alongside updates on safeguarding improvements and the school’s challenging financial position. Detailed sections cover Additional Learning Needs (ALN) provision, sporting successes, and the evolution of a bespoke curriculum designed for the modern Welsh context. Finally, it introduces the governing body members and establishes key priorities for the 2025-26 academic year, emphasizing high aspirations and community partnerships.

Please click the link below to access the report: