Ty Dysgu

Ty Dysgu is a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) located at Alexandra Avenue, Merthyr Tydfil, Wales, serving children aged 3-16 who face social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties and are at risk of exclusion from mainstream education. The school is maintained by Merthyr Tydfil local authority and provides tailored support to help students re-engage with learning and achieve positive outcomes. Ty Dysgu has been subject to recent inspections and monitoring by Estyn, the education inspectorate for Wales, with visits recorded as recently as June 2024. The school's curriculum is adapted to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, focusing on both academic and personal development. Ty Dysgu has faced challenges in the past, with reports indicating it was placed in special measures due to leadership and safeguarding concerns. Despite these issues, the school continues to serve a vital role in supporting vulnerable learners in the community.