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Education

Summary Points

People without qualifications are most at risk of not working, and job opportunities tend to be restricted to lower paid work which often lacks security.

  • In 2005, 38% of young people in Merthyr Tydfil achieved 5 or more GCSEs at grade A*-C or vocational equivalent compared to 51% for Wales.
  • In 2003, the percentage of people of working age with no qualifications was 23.2% in Merthyr Tydfil compared to 16.6 for Wales.

How well children do at school affects their chances of finding a job, and of employment in an occupation which offers the prospect of a fulfilling and well paid career. Children in schools with poor attendance records and low educational standards are more likely to leave school without qualifications. Teacher’s expectations of disadvantaged children and their support for their education are critical in breaking this cycle.

 

People without qualifications are most at risk of not working, and job opportunities tend to be restricted to lower paid work which often lacks security.

  • In 2005, 38% of young people in Merthyr Tydfil achieved 5 or more GCSEs at grade A*-C or vocational equivalent compared to 51% for Wales.
  • In 2003, the percentage of people of working age with no qualifications was 23.2% in Merthyr Tydfil compared to 16.6 for Wales.

Useful Links

Welsh Assembly Government - Education and Skills

The National Pupil Database website provides summary information in individual Local Education Authorities. Key statistical indicators at school level are available for all maintained schools here.