What opportunities are there for my child to speak Welsh outside of school?
What opportunities are there for my child to speak Welsh outside of school?
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From Urdd clubs, sports activities to Young Farmers Clubs; there are plentiful opportunities for your child to use Welsh outside of school. Your school will be able to provide you with information on activities for your child to enjoy in Welsh.
Urdd: National Youth Organisation
Urdd: National Youth Organisation
Yr Urdd
Yr Urdd
The Urdd is a youth organisation that offers activities for children and young people through the medium of Welsh - the Urdd Eisteddfod, Welsh language sports, camps, magazines and much more. Joining the Urdd is a great way to have fun in Welsh. Click here for more information.
Local Support
Local Support
Each area in Wales has its own Menter Iaith. The Mentrau are funded by the Welsh Government to provide local opportunities for children and young people to practice their Welsh outside of school. Check out the Menter Iaith Sir Benfro website and social media pages.
Each area in Wales has its own Menter Iaith. The Mentrau are funded by the Welsh Government to provide local opportunities for children and young people to practice their Welsh outside of school. Check out the Menter Iaith Sir Benfro website and social media pages.
Facebook: Menter Iaith Sir Benfro
Facebook: Menter Iaith Sir Benfro
Facebook: Cica Corona
Facebook: Cica Corona
On the TV 📺
On the TV 📺
Watching programmes is a good way of ensuring that your child hears Welsh at home. You can watch live or use the websites to watch a programme of your choice.
Music 🎶
Music 🎶
Nursery rhymes and songs
Nursery rhymes and songs
Why not buy a CD of nursery rhymes or simple songs to play with your child in the car? Talk to your local Welsh language shop to find out what's available.
Welsh Music
Welsh Music
Whether you're into indie, rock, punk, funk, folk, electronica, hip hop or anything else, there is some amazing music being made in Welsh for you to discover. Why not start with Seren and Sbarc's Spotify playlist or click on the website below to find more Spotify playlists for you to enjoy!
Something for everyone
Something for everyone
Many other organisations are also keen to help parents and carers support their children. They have created a range of engaging activities to encourage children to enjoy using their Welsh in informal situations - that's fun!
Many other organisations are also keen to help parents and carers support their children. They have created a range of engaging activities to encourage children to enjoy using their Welsh in informal situations - that's fun!
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