Gwenllian Education Centre

09/04/2026

*** INSET Day Reminder ***

Dear Parents,

This is a gentle reminder that school will be closed to all pupils on Monday 13th and Tuesday 14th April for INSET days.

School will reopen to all pupils on Wednesday 15th April.

Please can you also remind your child’s transport team of these dates.

Thank you

Lynsey

06/03/2026

We are looking for a Lead Positive Behaviour Support Teaching Assistant to work with a lively and energetic young person with autism and complex needs.

You will be working as a team of 3 staff and will be supporting the pupil in the local community and other off-site activities during the school day.

You will be responsible for managing the pupils day-to-day activities and guiding the staff working with you, all under the direction of the class teacher and the pupil’s Behaviour Analyst.

Full training will be given in how we teach and in positive handling. We are looking for someone who is highly motivated, dedicated to helping individuals with autism to learn and thrive, have good problem-solving skills, works well under pressure, and understands and practices excellent safeguarding of pupils.

If you would like to discuss this role further, please email me - [email protected] or call the school on 01554 890796

Reflect Education

18/02/2026

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05/02/2026

🌟 Introducing Our School Council 🌟

Pupil voice is important to us and our pupils in Gwenllian because it ensures that our pupils feel heard, valued, and empowered, helping our school to make meaningful decisions that truly reflect pupils’ needs and experiences.

We’re proud to introduce our fantastic School Council members, a small but powerful group of pupils who represent pupil voice across our school.

Our School Council meets once a term with Lynsey giving pupils a dedicated space to:

- Share any ideas or concerns
- Talk about what’s working well
- Help us think about ways to improve their school experience
- Feel listened to, valued, and involved in decisions that affect them

Their role is incredibly important. By hearing directly from our pupils, we can make sure the school continues to be a place where everyone feels safe, happy, and supported.

We met today (selfie included! 📸), and we’re delighted to say that all pupils shared that they are happy with how things are going in school, which is always lovely to hear. Their positive feedback means so much and helps us know we’re on the right track.

Thank you to our School Council members for your honesty, confidence, and brilliant contributions – your voices really do matter 💬

04/02/2026

🌟 CURRENT VACANCIES – TEACHING ASSISTANTS 🌟

We are excited to be recruiting up to 4 Teaching Assistants to join Gwenllian Education Centre as we prepare to welcome new pupils to our school.

We are a specialist school for children with autism, and we offer:

✅ Full, comprehensive training in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)

✅ Ongoing support to develop skills in teaching children with autism

✅ The opportunity to work in a unique, nurturing setting where pupil progress is excellent and staff wellbeing is a priority

If you’re passionate, motivated, and want to make a genuine difference every day, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Please apply via the link below

📩 For more information or an informal discussion, feel free to get in touch.

Reflect Education

14/01/2026

💙 Community kindness at its best 💙

A little while ago, we reached out to the local community to see if anyone might be able to donate a ceiling fan for one of our pupils who absolutely LOVES ceiling fans.

We are incredibly grateful to a very kind local couple Dr. Mark Thomas and Jacqueline Galliford Thomas who purchased a vintage fan for our pupil.

As you can see from the photos, we have one very happy pupil😊 whose favourite thing to do it customise the fans and add accessories.

Thank you both for your kindness, thoughtfulness and support. It truly means the world to our pupils and staff, and it’s moments like this that remind us how special our community is 💜

17/12/2025

*** INSET Day Reminder ***

Dear Parents/Carers,

This is a gentle reminder that school will be closed to all pupils on Monday 5th and Tuesday 6th January for INSET days. School will reopen to all pupils on Wednesday 7th January.

Please can you make your child’s transport team aware of these dates. We will also endeavour to inform them at school pick up.

Thank you

Lynsey

12/12/2025

🎄 What a Wonderful Christmas Week at Gwenllian!

This week we enjoyed our festive Christmas Dinner for staff and pupils and our lovely Coffee Afternoon / Christmas Party with parents and carers. What a fantastic turnout we had! Thank you to all parents and carers who attended.

Our pupils have worked incredibly hard over the last week preparing their Christmas crafts and refreshments. From designing and making the items to helping run the stall on the day, they showed brilliant teamwork, communication and enterprise skills ⭐️

A huge thank you to all the pupils who helped prepare and sell the craft items. We are so proud of you. All profits are being donated to Save the Children ❤️

A special thank you to Terry our amazing chef, for cooking a delicious Christmas dinner for staff and pupils, and to Sarah Beck for helping to serve up the food 🙏🏻

And of course, thank you to our wonderful team of staff for your continued dedication, energy and enthusiasm in making events like this happen.

We appreciate you more than you know.

We’re sharing some lovely photos below from both the dinner and the Christmas party, full of festive joy, crafts, smiles and celebrations

🎅🎁🌲

11/12/2025

🎄 Christmas Party & Coffee Afternoon – Tomorrow at 1.30pm! 🎄

Gwenllian Education Centre | 1.30pm – 3.00pm

We are excited to welcome all Gwenllian parents and carers to our Christmas Party and Coffee Afternoon tomorrow at 1.30pm!

Our pupils have been busy over the last few weeks creating beautiful Christmas crafts and making refreshments as part of their enterprise projects.

They have been learning all about loans, pricing, profit and giving back to the community. The children are hoping to make a profit from their creations and donate the money raised to Save the Children ❤️

✨ Please remember to bring cash if you would like to purchase any of the wonderful items the pupils have made and wear something Christmassy.

If you would like to take your child home with you at the end of the event instead of them going on their usual taxi, just let a member of staff know on the day.

We look forward to celebrating the festive season with you all! 🎅✨

01/12/2025

Celebrating 11 Years of Gwenllian Education Centre 🤩

Today proudly marks 11 years of learning, growth and community at Gwenllian Education Centre.

Since opening our doors in 2014 for our one pupil we have welcomed countless learners, supported families and built a place where education, confidence and opportunity flourishes.

To everyone that has been a part of this journey - pupils, staff, families and supporters - THANK YOU!

Your dedication and belief in us, has helped shaped the centre into what it is today.

Here's to 11 years of progress and to many more.

Happy Anniversary, Gwenllian Education Centre 🥳🥳🥳

Throwback to some pictures of our first pupil.

14/11/2025

🎉 Children in Need 2025 at Gwenllian Education Centre! 🎉

What an amazing day we’ve had raising money for such an important cause! Our staff and pupils have taken part in a whole range of Children in Need activities, all in our cosiest pyjamas!

🧁 We held a fantastic cake sale, enjoyed by everyone. Thank you to the staff and parents for their donations.

💛 Throughout the day, pupils and staff completed fun challenges all linked to the number 25, including:

✨ 25 compliments
✨ 25 hugs
✨ 25 high fives
✨ 25 hair sniffs
✨ 25 pen robs
✨ 25 hand holding moments
✨ 25 shoulder rubs

and many more!!!

🐻 And of course… the highlight of the day… our very own Pudsey Heist! Staff and pupils worked together to sneak Pudsey out of the Headteacher’s office and take him to their class. A huge well done to Upper Las Corridor for achieving the most steals!

A massive thank you to our Staff Wellbeing Team and Senior Leaders for organising such a brilliant day. 🌟

💷 Together we’ve raised over £150!
Lots of fun, lots of smiles, and lots of Pudsey mischief.

Thank you to everyone who contributed and took part! 💛🐻

12/11/2025

📢 WE’RE HIRING: Break Time Supervisor 📢

Are you looking for a meaningful role where you can make a difference each day?

Join the team at Gwenllian Education Centre in Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire, working with learners on the autism spectrum and with complex needs.

🔹 The Role:

Monday to Friday during school hours, supporting pupils during break/lunch time hours.

Key duties include supervising the dining area and gardens, supporting pupils with autism during break times, assisting our school cook, and helping with resource-making and general cleaning as needed.

You’ll be part of a specialist, caring environment that uses evidence-based approaches (including ABA) to help our learners thrive.

Induction and training will be provided, plus opportunity for additional hours if desired.

🔹 What We’re Looking For:

Someone who can relate well to children and adults, work flexibly and as part of a team.

The ability to work independently when needed and stay calm under pressure.

An understanding of or willingness to learn about autism and behaviours that challenge is desirable.

🔹 How to Apply:

If you’re interested in this rewarding opportunity, please contact us on 01554 890796 for more information or click on the link below.

Reflect Education