Questions to the Minister for Education and the Welsh Language

QNR – in the Senedd on 18 May 2022.

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Photo of Buffy Williams Buffy Williams Labour

(Translated) What discussions has the Minister had with schools in Rhondda regarding the health and wellbeing of young learners?

Photo of Jeremy Miles Jeremy Miles Labour

I hold regular headteacher round-table meetings, including meeting headteachers from three schools in Rhondda Cynon Taf since November 2021. These provide opportunities to raise concerns, such as the impact of COVID-19, which we know has negatively impacted well-being. This year I have agreed £347,000 funding to support well-being in schools in RCT.

Photo of James Evans James Evans Conservative

(Translated) Will the Minister provide an update on the advice schools give to children on the use of social media?

Photo of Jeremy Miles Jeremy Miles Labour

Schools undoubtedly have a key role in educating learners to use social media safely and responsibly. Through Hwb's 'Keeping safe online' area, schools have access to dedicated advice for learners on social media issues. Schools can also direct families to 'In the Know', to support them navigate social media safely.

Photo of Luke Fletcher Luke Fletcher Plaid Cymru

(Translated) Will the Minister provide an update on efforts to enroll Ukrainian refugee children in Welsh schools?

Photo of Jeremy Miles Jeremy Miles Labour

Ukrainian children coming to Wales are entitled to a school place. The statutory school admissions code applies to Ukrainian children as it does to all children. Local authorities should help families arriving from Ukraine to apply for school places and let them know which schools have places.

Photo of Darren Millar Darren Millar Conservative

(Translated) What action is the Minister taking to support service children in Wales?

Photo of Jeremy Miles Jeremy Miles Labour

For 2022-23 we are providing £270,000 to the Supporting Service Children in Education Cymru programme. This funds a package of universal support, including resources for schools, local authorities and families; research, networks and events; and focused, targeted support to schools where most needed.