Welsh Promise

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Early Years Wales Membership Number* This field is required.

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Setting Name* This field is required.

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E-mail Address* This field is required.

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Local Authority* This field is required.

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Staff use Welsh regularly in routines and interactions.* This field is required.

Not yet

Developing

Established

Fully embedded

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Self-assessment of Welsh language provision is carried out to identify strengths and areas for development.* This field is required.

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Developing

Established

Fully embedded

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Plans for Welsh language provision are linked to children’s interests and learning needs.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

8

The setting monitors and evaluates progress over time.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

9

Evidence of Welsh language provision (observations, planning notes, activity logs) is maintained.

YESNO

10

Next steps are clearly identified and inform staff planning and development.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

11

The setting involves children and families in evaluating Welsh language provision.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

12

Staff are supported to develop their Welsh language skills through CPD or resources during work/paid time.* This field is required.

YESNO

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Staff have undertaken the Camau Course or equivalent training to build Welsh language confidence.* This field is required.

YESNO

14

Staff feel confident using Welsh with children in routine and play contexts.* This field is required.

Not confident

Somewhat confident

Confident

Very Confident

15

Staff reflect on their practice and actively plan for progression in Welsh language skills.* This field is required.

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Developing

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Fully embedded

16

Staff share good practice and resources with colleagues across the setting.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

17

Staff identify individual professional development goals for Welsh language.* This field is required.

YESNO

18

Staff use Welsh creatively to extend children’s vocabulary and language skills.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

19

Welsh is used regularly during transitions, routines, and play activities.* This field is required.

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Always

20

Children are encouraged and supported to respond in Welsh across activities.* This field is required.

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Always

21

Welsh is embedded in child-led learning, rather than only during adult-led activities.* This field is required.

Not yet

Developing

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Fully embedded

22

Staff model Welsh naturally and consistently* This field is required.

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Developing

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Fully embedded

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Opportunities for Welsh use are differentiated to meet children’s individual abilities.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

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Children are supported to extend Welsh vocabulary through play, exploration, and problem-solving.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

25

Welsh is used spontaneously by staff in response to children’s interests and initiatives.* This field is required.

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Always

26

The setting includes Welsh labels, signs, and displays that are visible and accessible.* This field is required.

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Developing

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Fully embedded

27

Children have access to Welsh books and materials that reflect their interests.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

28

The environment is regularly updated to include new Welsh resources and prompts.* This field is required.

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Developing

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Fully embedded

29

Welsh is visually present throughout the setting, not confined to one area.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

30

Children are encouraged to engage with visual prompts in Welsh independently.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

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Learning areas include bilingual displays and prompts that link to children’s learning and experiences.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

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esources reflect local culture, community, and Welsh traditions.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

33

Welsh is heard naturally during daily routines, conversations, and play.* This field is required.

Never

Rarely

Sometimes

Often

Always

34

Children are able to choose to use Welsh independently without prompting.* This field is required.

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Developing

Established

Fully embedded

35

Staff avoid defaulting to English; Welsh is the default language wherever possible.* This field is required.

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Developing

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Fully embedded

36

Welsh is used in all areas of the day, not only during designated “Welsh time.”* This field is required.

Never

Rarely

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Often

Always

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Children are encouraged to initiate conversation in Welsh.* This field is required.

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Developing

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Fully embedded

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Staff respond consistently to children’s attempts to use Welsh, reinforcing correct usage.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

39

Opportunities are created for children to use Welsh socially and collaboratively.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

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The setting celebrates major Welsh events (not only St David's Day) throughout the year.* This field is required.

Never

Rarely

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Always

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Children explore local culture, history, and community as part of learning.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

42

Children’s family traditions and experiences are acknowledged and integrated.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

43

Cultural learning is linked to real-life contexts and children’s sense of belonging (Cynefin).* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

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Children are actively involved in planning or choosing cultural activities.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

45

The setting provides opportunities for children to reflect on and discuss their experiences of Welsh culture.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

46

Parents are informed about Welsh language activities and supported to use Welsh at home.* This field is required.

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Developing

Established

Fully embedded

47

Newsletters, menus, and policies are bilingual or offered in Welsh.* This field is required.

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Developing

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Fully embedded

48

Families are provided with Welsh language resources to support home learning.* This field is required.

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Developing

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Fully embedded

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The setting engages families in Welsh language and cultural activities.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

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Families are encouraged to provide feedback on Welsh language provision.* This field is required.

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Fully embedded

51

Staff communicate with families about children’s progress in Welsh language.* This field is required.

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Developing

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Fully embedded

52

Opportunities are provided for families to participate in Welsh-related events or learning experiences.* This field is required.

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Developing

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Fully embedded

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Name* This field is required.

First Name

Last Name

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Date* This field is required.

Date