(Translated) What actions is the Welsh Government taking to assist schools in Islwyn as they prepare for the new curriculum?

As elsewhere, schools in Islwyn have access to curriculum guidance, agreed programmes of professional learning, additional INSET days and funding, as well as practitioner networks. Support will be ongoing, but schools need to first reflect on the guidance framework, the four purposes, and begin developing their vision for learners.

(Translated) Will the Minister make a statement on Welsh Government plans to expand the Welsh-medium education provision in South Wales East?

Capital investment of £35 million has already been earmarked to authorities in the region to expand their Welsh-medium education provision. The investment is 100 per cent and jointly allocated with childcare capital in order to make best use of all the funding available.

(Translated) Will the Minister provide an update on widening political engagement in schools?

Learners can currently study politics through personal and social education and the Welsh baccalaureate. We are developing new resources, to help our young people develop as ethical, informed citizens who understand their rights and exercise their democratic responsibilities, and ensuring politically neutral materials and teacher support is available for schools.