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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 school

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News

Inspiring future talent, careers fair opens doors for Olchfa learners

May 7, 2026

The Regional Learning and Skills Partnership (RLSP) recently brought together learners and leading employers for an inspiring Careers Fair at Olchfa School, designed to raise aspirations and showcase the exciting career opportunities available across the region.

Olchfa School shines on the national stage at Young Enterprise Wales final

April 29, 2026

Olchfa School is celebrating a fantastic achievement as its Young Enterprise team proudly represented South Wales at the Welsh Final of the prestigious competition.

Future skills in action: Swansea learners shine in digital coding challenge at Tramshed Tech

April 27, 2026

A dynamic digital skills coding competition, delivered in partnership with Tramshed Tech, brought together learners to tackle real-world sustainability challenges while building essential workplace skills.

Penyrheol Comprehensive School pupils build skills for the future with Kier Construction and AtkinsRéalis

April 23, 2026

A group of enthusiastic Year 10 and 11 learners from Penyrheol Comprehensive School recently took part in an inspiring week of work experience with Kier Construction at the Gorseinon campus development of Gower College Swansea.

Penyrheol Comprehensive School visit Down to Earth to learn about sustainable building techniques

April 15, 2026

Young Dragons recently gave Year 10 & 11 pupils from Penyrheol Comprehensive School the chance to visit the inspiring Down to Earth Project in Swansea – and it didn’t disappoint. Pupils explored the site, learning how sustainable buildings are created using natural materials like timber, clay and straw, and how eco-friendly construction can reduce environmental impact while creating strong, beautiful spaces.

New woodwork classroom helps pupils build construction skills

April 13, 2026

Penyrheol Comprehensive School’s Alternative Provision Unit has unveiled a brilliant new woodwork classroom – created inside a shipping container – giving pupils a dedicated space to learn practical construction skills in a setting that better suits their needs.

Inspiring the next generation at ‘It’s Your Swansea’ event

March 12, 2026

Teachers from Swansea schools attended the “It’s Your Swansea” event at the Swansea Building Society Arena to learn more about the city’s transformation and future career opportunities for young people. The event also featured inspiring contributions from pupils and students, who shared how partnerships between schools, colleges and businesses are helping them develop the skills needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world.

Futurescape: Building the workforce of tomorrow

March 6, 2026

Over the past term, Futurescape Phase 2 has continued to demonstrate the powerful impact that collaboration between schools, industry and local partners can have on young people across the region.

Young creatives inspired at Swansea arena event with Discover Creative Careers

March 5, 2026

More than 100 Year nine pupils gathered at Swansea Arena on Thursday for a special event hosted by Discover Creative Careers Cymru, aimed at inspiring the next generation of talent in the Welsh creative industries.

What Next? Choose Your Future – Careers Wales event at Tramshed Tech Swansea

February 11, 2026

Swansea City Council was pleased to support the Careers Wales What Next? Choose Your Future event at Tramshed Tech Swansea, an inspiring and interactive showcase designed to help young people with additional learning needs explore their future pathways.

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!

DVLA Coding Challenge

07 July 2026

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has announced the return of its popular Code Challenge competition. Beyond the prizes, the competition also offers a valuable learning experience – helping students build problem-solving and teamworking skills, while deepening their understanding of STEM subjects and computer programming in a fun, hands-on environment. The 2026 challenge is open to children and young people aged 7 to 16, with schools able to enter in the following age categories: 7-11 age group and the 11-16 age group

The prize-giving event will be hosted by journalist and broadcaster Sian Lloyd, and the closing date for school submissions is 26 May 2026.

The event is open to schools across Wales and registration is open now. For full details and to sign up, visit: stem.dvla.gov.uk/dvla-code-challenge-2026/

Resources

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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.

Karen Page

Ysgol Calon Lân

Rhiannon Churchill

Ysgol Gyfun Gŵyr

Sharon Orwig

Ysgol Gyfun Bryn Tawe

Rhydian Anderson

Pontarddulais Comprehensive School

Anna Hill

Penyrheol Comprehensive School

Nicola Edwards

Pentrehafod school

Heidi Thomas

Olchfa School

Debbie James

Morriston Comprehensive School

Jennie James

Gowerton School

Claire Short

Dylan Thomas Community School

Helen Williams

Cefn Hengoed Community School

Megan Thomas

Bishop Vaughan Catholic Comprehensive School

Debbie James

Bishopston Comprehensive school

Angela Ford

Bishop Gore Comprehensive School

Rhydian Anderson/ Sharon Orwig

Birchgrove Comprehensive School