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Here you will find news, events and useful resources on secondary education across Swansea.

This section helps parents, carers, school staff and local partners stay informed and connected with the city’s education community, providing updates and information relevant to secondary schools.

News

Bishop Gore cluster makes waves: Inspiring future careers through marine biology

October 20, 2025

Pupils from Grange, Cadle, Oystermouth, Whitestone, Portmead, Brynmill, and Blaenymaes Primary Schools, along with their feeder secondary school Bishop Gore, have been making a splash in science thanks to an inspiring project organised through Romodels.

Construction careers day at Ysgol Calon Lân

October 20, 2025

Post 16 students from Ysgol Calon Lan recently took part in a Construction Careers Day, where they explored the role of a carpenter within the industry. The event was delivered with the fantastic support of Kier Group and Ian Williams Carpentry.

Ysgol Calon Lân pupils help bring colour to Swansea’s Y Storfa regeneration project

October 7, 2025

Pupils from Ysgol Calon Lân in Swansea have been leaving their mark on one of the city’s major regeneration projects — the new Y Storfa community hub in the city centre.

Penyrheol Comprehensive School Year 10 pupils shine during work experience week

September 19, 2025

In July 2025, over 150 Year 10 pupils from Penyrheol Comprehensive School successfully completed a week of work experience, supported by a wide range of businesses across Swansea.

Morriston, Dylan Thomas and Pontarddulais learners get hands-on insight into the construction industry during Kier site visit

July 15, 2025

Three Year 10 learners from Morriston Comprehensive School, Pontarddulais Comprehensive School, and Dylan Thomas School took part in an exciting site visit to Y Storfa in Swansea, hosted by Kier Construction.

Bishop Vaughan, Cefn Hengoed and Pentrehafod pupils inspired by UWTSD’s ‘Next Steps’ careers experience

July 9, 2025

Year 9 and 10 pupils from Bishop Vaughan and Pentrehafod secondary schools recently took part in the University of Wales Trinity Saint David’s (UWTSD) exciting ‘Next Steps’ event at the SA1 campus.

Dylan Thomas School shines at Futurescape 2025 Finals

June 10, 2025

The Futurescape 2025 finals concluded with great success at Parc y Scarlets, where students from four secondary schools—including Dylan Thomas Community School—presented innovative designs for sustainable homes of the future.

Morriston Comprehensive school pupils explore pathways in justice at probation service careers talk

May 19, 2025

The partnership between Careers Wales, the Probation Service and Morriston Comprehensive School aimed to highlight career paths in the probation sector.

Shaping Tomorrow: Regional Learning and Skills Partnership and Olchfa School inspire Year 10s at career fair

April 10, 2025

To support young people with their career decisions, the RLSP and Olchfa School teamed up to host an engaging mini careers fair at the school.

Events

MyChoice Swansea: Enterprise Challenge

19 June 2026

We’re thrilled to be hosting the Swansea Enterprise Challenge in the heart of the city centre! This exciting event is all about developing creativity, teamwork, and real-world enterprise skills.

Participants will take on fun, hands-on business challenges, work with local mentors, and bring their innovative ideas to life. It’s a fantastic opportunity to inspire young entrepreneurs, build confidence, and spark the next generation of business talent — all while having a great time!

Meet Your Careers Advisor

In secondary school, students begin exploring new subjects and developing their interests, leading to important learning choices that shape their future. With support from families, teachers, and careers advisers, they can make confident, informed decisions. Talking together and taking part in school and employer activities helps inspire future aspirations and broaden understanding of the world of work.

Deciding what to do after Year 11 is a big step. During Years 10 and 11, students start thinking about their future and exploring options such as further education, apprenticeships, training, work, or volunteering. Careers advisers are available to guide them, offering personalised support to help make informed choices. Talking regularly about their interests, strengths, and goals can help them feel confident about their next steps and understand that there are many routes to success.

Rhiannon Churchill

Ysgol Gyfun Gŵyr

Debbie James

Bishopston Comprehensive school

Nicola Edwards

Pentrehafod school