Early years excellence - two Powys settings featured in Estyn's national report

15 December 2025

Two Welsh-medium early years settings in Powys have been highlighted for their excellent work in Estyn's latest Early Insight report, which showcases strong practice across Wales.

The Early Insight report, which includes effective practice from Cylch Meithrin Y Drenewydd and Cylch Meithrin Llanrhaeadr Ym Mochnant, provides an early summary of inspection findings ahead of the full Estyn annual report. It helps providers reflect on their own practice and share good examples across Wales.

Cylch Meithrin Y Drenewydd was recognised for its strong community links and the positive impact on pupils' experiences, progress and wellbeing. It demonstrated how building strong relationships within the local community can enrich children's learning and support their overall development.

Cylch Meithrin Llanrhaeadr Ym Mochnant was commended for establishing thorough and robust self-evaluation procedures which have led to a culture of continuous improvement with the setting's leaders embedding effective processes that drive high standards and ensure provision meets children's needs.

Cllr James Gibson-Watt, Cabinet Member for a Learning Powys, said: "We are proud that two of Powys' early years settings have been recognised by Estyn for their excellent practice. This achievement reflects the dedication of staff and the high quality of early years provision across the county.

"Giving our youngest learners the best possible start in life is a key priority for the council, and this recognition shows that our early years providers are on the right track.

"We will continue working closely with all early years providers to maintain and build on these high standards of care and education for children throughout Powys."

To read Estyn's Early Insight report for non-maintained nursery settings, visit Non-Maintained Nursery Settings - Adroddiad Blynyddol | Annual Report