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11 February 2026

HMCI highlights excellent practice, but calls for improvement in literacy levels and greater consistency in teaching quality and leadership.
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5 February 2026

Estyn shares findings from 2025 stakeholder perceptions research 

3 February 2026

Survey on the use of AI in schools and PRUs

2 February 2026

Estyn Live: The HMCI’s Annual Report – Key takeaways
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12 January 2026

A focus on mathematics at Estyn – A blog by Estyn inspector Gari Jones
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9 January 2026

Estyn Live: The reading journey in the primary sector
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8 December 2025

Secondary Maths Roadshow: Unlocking potential in mathematics teaching and leadership
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1 December 2025

Estyn Live: Insights into improving teaching and leadership in mathematics education
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21 November 2025

Estyn’s Enhanced Focus on Reading: Supporting Every Learner to Succeed 
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5 November 2025

Estyn Live: International Languages in Schools in Wales