The Welsh Language Charter is a project to encourage the use of Welsh socially in primary schools in Wales. It has welcomed two characters, Seren and Sbarc. The two heroes on posters and badges will encourage children between 4 and 7 years old to use the Welsh language in the playground, at home and the classroom.
As part of the Charter, each individual school completes a baseline exercise to determine current language use before developing an action plan to work towards a bronze, silver or gold award. It encourages participation from every member of the school community - pupils, parents, school governors and the wider community.
Communication is at the heart of modern life – growing up bilingual meant that children will be developing skills for life.
The Siarter Iaith mascots, Seren and Sbarc, have a special song, which you can sing along with my following the lyrics in the video. The song is also available on Spotify.
Our intention and hope is that every child is able to, and chooses to speak Welsh of a good quality in every aspect of the school’s life, and takes pride in the Welsh language, culture and traditions. Grasping the language will influence the quality of their educational achievements, with every study showing that students who are confident bilingually achieve well. Speaking two languages opens doors to a much more varied community, world of work and social life. Having two languages means twice the choice.