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Urdd Eisteddfod

We will be at the Ynys Môn Urdd Eisteddfod from 23 to 29 May. If you're attending, pop by our stall and say hello to the team, and keep an eye on our social media to find out what's going on every day.

Child safeguarding week

Safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. This child safeguarding week, we're sharing our latest blog, where we look at how the EWC supports safeguarding.

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News

EWC response to Welsh Government’s consultation on the future of tertiary education in Wales

We’ve published our response to the Welsh Government’s consultation on the future of tertiary education in Wales, welcoming its ambition to create a...

21 May

EWC publishes response to Welsh Government’s Talk with Me Phase 2 consultation

We have submitted a response to Welsh Government’s consultation on its Talk with Me Phase 2: Speech, Language and Communication (SLC) Delivery Plan...

11 May

EWC sets out its plans for the years ahead

We have published our Strategic Plan 2026-29 and refreshed Strategic Equality Plan 2024-28, setting out our key priorities and commitments for the...

01 April

Registration opens for EWC’s Masterclass 2026: Wellbeing in minutes not months

This year, EWC’s Masterclass will feature Jon Bockelmann-Evans, an inspirational speaker and an expert on wellbeing, emotional health, and managing...

18 March

EWC publishes response to Welsh Government consultation on INSET day proposals

We have published our response to the Welsh Government consultation on proposals to formalise the provision of six INSET days per year for schools...

11 March

Our views in response to the revised professional standards consultation

We have published our response to the Welsh Government consultation on revised professional standards for assisting teaching, teaching and...

13 February

A warm welcome to our new Director of Finance and Corporate Services

Christine Hellings has been appointed as the EWC’s new Director of Finance and Corporate Services. Christine brings a wealth of senior experience to...

02 February

Consultation launched on our draft Strategic Plan 2026–29

We have launched a public consultation on our draft Strategic Plan for the period April 2026 to March 2029. The draft Strategic Plan sets out our...

30 January

EWC response to the CYPE report on teacher recruitment and retention in Wales

We welcome the publication of the Senedd Children, Young People and Education Committee’s (CYPE) report on teacher recruitment and retention in...

29 January

Bring your perspective to education regulation in Wales

Recruitment has opened for new members to our Council. We regulate a large and diverse workforce serving learners and young people,...

19 January

New report highlights EWC’s progress on biodiversity and environmental responsibility

We have published our Biodiversity and Resilience of Ecosystems Duty Report, covering the period 1 January 2023 to 31 December 2025. The report sets...

14 January

Registration is now open for EWC’s Professionally Speaking 2026: Exploring learner behaviour and the power of physical activity

Taking place online on Wednesday 21 January 2026, 16:00–17:30, Professionally Speaking 2026 will feature Professor Kelly Mackintosh of Swansea...

01 December

EWC launches new animation to promote the PLP to organisations

We’ve launched a new animation to help organisations across Wales explore the benefits of the Professional Learning Passport (PLP). The new...

12 November

Welcome to our newly elected Council Chairperson

We are pleased to share that Geraint Williams has been elected as the new Chair of the Education Workforce Council. Geraint, who first joined the...

07 November

EWC response to Neil Foden child practice review

We commend the authors of the independent review for their thorough and considered work. We especially acknowledge the bravery and strength of those...

04 November

Lisa Winstone appointed Chief Executive of the Education Workforce Council

We can confirm that Lisa Winstone has been appointed as our new Chief Executive. Lisa formally takes up the position following a period as Interim...

21 October

EWC publishes new guide to support learners’ wellbeing

The Education Workforce Council (EWC) has published a new good practice guide aimed at helping registrants to support learners’ and young people’s...

17 September

Cardiff Youth Service receives top award

Cardiff Youth Service have been awarded the highly acclaimed gold Quality Mark for Youth Work (QMYW). The QMYW is funded by Welsh Government and...

10 September

Revised Code of Conduct for Wales’ education workforce

The Education Workforce Council (EWC) has today (1 September 2025) launched a revised Code of Professional Conduct and Practice, setting out the...

01 September

EWC congratulates Wales’ newly qualified teachers

The Education Workforce Council (EWC) has extended its congratulations to everyone receiving their Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) in Wales today (1...

01 August

Latest EWC stats provide a comprehensive picture of Wales’ education workforce

The Education Workforce Council (EWC) has published its Annual Education Workforce Statistics 2025, the independent, professional regulator’s most...

31 July

EWC shares key insights into teacher recruitment and retention

The Education Workforce Council (EWC) has provided both oral and written evidence to the Senedd’s Children, Young People and Education (CYPE)...

30 July

EWC celebrates another year of progress in its Annual Report and Accounts

The Education Workforce Council (EWC) has today (15 July 2025) published its suite of annual reports including its Annual Report and Accounts for...

15 July

Celebrating new and reaccredited QMYW recipients

Three more organisations across Wales have been formally recognised for the quality of their provision, receiving the highly acclaimed Quality Mark...

08 July

Interim Chief Executive named at the EWC

The Education Workforce Council (EWC) has announced the appointment of Lisa Winstone as its Interim Chief Executive. Lisa will take up the role on...

02 July

Celebrating the vital role of youth work in Wales

The Education Workforce Council (EWC) is once again supporting the incredible impact of youth work across Wales, by taking part in Youth Work Week....

22 June