Agored Cymru

What will meaningful skills development look like in your curriculum from 2027?

With the Agored Cymru Skills Suite now approved by Qualifications Wales, schools can start planning how Skills for Life and Skills for Work could support their 14–16 learners.

Designed to help young people develop the skills, knowledge and confidence they'll need for life, learning and employment, the Skills Suite offers flexible pathways that can be adapted to your curriculum.

Now’s the time to start thinking about how it could fit into your 14–16 offer, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Want to explore how the Skills Suite could work in your curriculum?

Share a few details via our short form and our team will be in touch: https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1DybpfnpfSROnTvpHN2Y3WA2e4j8w

June 17th is National Thank a Teacher Day! 🥳

Education is changing all the time, but one thing remains the same: the difference a great teacher can make.

Whether it’s helping a learner find their confidence, supporting them through challenges, or celebrating those “I get it!” moments, your impact lasts far beyond the classroom. 💡

Many of us at Agored Cymru have been teachers ourselves, so we really understand the care, commitment, and energy that goes into the role every day.

Today, we wanted to give a well-deserved shout-out to all the teachers out there making a difference.

Thank you for everything you do! 🌟

And because every teacher has at least one memorable classroom moment... what's the funniest thing a learner has ever said or done? Share your stories in the comments below! 👇😄

And just like that, we’re back in Llandudno! 🎉

It was an extra early start for our team this morning getting prepped for today’s National Education Show!

We’re all set up and raring to go, ready to get chatting with today’s delegates about the upcoming changes coming to the Welsh curriculum.

Thank you to the NES team for having us back as headline sponsor for another year, we’re proud to be such a part of this event!

Why are we attending the National Education Show this Friday?

Because education in Wales is changing, and we want to help schools, colleges and training providers navigate what's next.

From Curriculum for Wales and the new National 14–16 Qualifications, to evolving skills, wellbeing and progression pathways, there’s a lot happening across the sector. We know many providers are thinking about what these changes mean in practice and how they can best support their learners.

That's why our team will be on hand throughout the day to answer questions, share insights and talk through the opportunities available.

We'll be showcasing:
📚 Our new Wave 3 National 14–16 Qualifications for Wales
💷 Our recently launched Banking and Finance qualifications
❤️ Our Health and Wellbeing qualifications for schools, delivered in partnership with Achieve More Training

Whether you're already working with Agored Cymru or simply want to learn more about the changes ahead, we'd love to chat.

Not able to make it but still have a question? Drop us a message via this form, and our team will be in touch! https://share-eu1.hsforms.com/1DybpfnpfSROnTvpHN2Y3WA2e4j8w

Come and see Darren, Eryl, Ryan and Meg at stands 47 & 48. See you there!

The stage is set! 🎭

It’s been a fantastic day so far welcoming delegates to Agored Cymru’s Access to HE Conference in Llandrindod Wells today.

It was an early start for the team as we prepare to host a day packed with presentations, discussions, and networking for our colleagues within Access to HE/FE centres.

Thank you to those who came and visited us! ☺️

The National Education Show is back in Llandudno, and so are we! 🎉

We’ll be heading back to Venue Cymru for what’s to be a busy day, and we’re excited to get chatting with both new and familiar faces all about Wave 3 of the National Curriculum for Wales.

Thanks to the NES team for having us back as headline sponsor.

Need a reminder of what’s to come, or have a question? 🤔

Pop down to stand 47-49 to speak to our team, here’s who’s joining us…
Darren Howells, Chief Executive Officer
Eryl Ann Parry Jones, Business Development Manager
Ryan Owen, Business Development Officer
Meg Burgess, Social Media & Marketing Officer

We’d love to see you there!

Just a few days to go until the Agored Cymru Access to HE Conference…

With the banners being packed, the agenda set, and the presentations ready, it’s all starting to come together. 🎉

As we put the finishing touches in place, we’re looking forward to seeing so many familiar faces in the room!

Coming down to the conference? We’ll see you on Friday!

Work in Access to HE and free on the 5th of June? This one’s for you.

The Agored Cymru Access to HE Conference is back, with the agenda now live!

Expect a full day of presentations and workshops, with voices from across Wales coming together to shape the future of Access to HE.

Speaker lineup announced next week… stay tuned.

Spaces are booking up quickly, so make sure you don’t miss out!

Secure your space here: https://www.agored.cymru/Events/Details/3752

Some moments from last week’s Skills Academy Wales Conference!

Our Business Development team had a fantastic day exhibiting in Swansea, speaking with attendees about apprenticeships, hearing from the informative keynote speakers, and ending the day with a fantastic awards presentation.

It’s always a pleasure catching up with familiar faces and making new connections, so a big thank you to the Skills Academy Wales team for having us!