Penrhos Avenue Pupil Referral Unit, Canolfan Addysg Conwy, visit Finland

Canolfan Addysg Conway is a pupil referral unit for learners facing challenges in mainstream education. Most of the learners suffer with mental health issues brought about by anxiety and low self-confidence following traumatic mainstream school experiences. These traumas, alongside identified and unidentified additional learning needs and adverse childhood experiences outside of the school setting, result in pupils with significant and complex learning, social and emotional needs.

In February 2024, a group of learners and accompanying staff travelled to Finland. For many of the learners it was their first time out of Wales, and provided them with an opportunity to develop skills, build confidence, and to open their eyes to a new country and culture. Watch the video to hear from the learners and staff all about their life changing trip, and the impact it had on them.