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Students in a science laboratory using microscopes at a workbench during a practical lesson. Several pupils are closely examining samples while others observe and prepare equipment, with laboratory apparatus visible in the background.

17 June 2026

Strong science practice found across Wales, but inconsistencies in provision continue to affect pupils’ progress
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10 June 2026

Ethnic Minority Leaders Programme open for applications
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8 June 2026

Estyn Live: Apprenticeships: A review of the cycle
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5 June 2026

Supporting improvement through interim visits
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5 June 2026

Estyn Essentials: Supporting Middle Leaders to Drive Improvement 
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5 June 2026

New self-evaluation and continuous improvement resource launched for Wales’ tertiary education sector

4 June 2026

Estyn to exhibit at the National Education Show 2026
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4 June 2026

New resource aims to strengthen self-evaluation and continuous improvement across Wales’ tertiary education system
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27 May 2026

Estyn Live events for 2026/27
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27 May 2026

Estyn joins literacy discussion at Urdd Eisteddfod 2026