What is the Project?
Young children learn language easily. They soak it up as a sponge soaks up water.
That’s the Welsh Language Board’s message this month, as the campaign Cymraeg- Kids Soak it Up!
The project is aimed at new and prospective parents and will promote the benefits of bilingualism and the advantages of learning to speak Welsh from an early age.
What is the message of the Cymraeg Kids Soak it Up project?
The best way to learn Welsh is to choose Welsh-medium education
Welsh-medium and bilingual schools can be found in all parts of Wales, and remember – you do not have to be able to speak Welsh yourself for your child to benefit from Welsh-medium education.
Advantages all the way
- Socially -Mixing and communicating with a wide variety of people and enjoying two cultures
- Aiming high - Children who study through the medium of Welsh do just as well if not better in school
- Bilingual and brilliant - Your child's English skills won't suffer at all but will continue to develop
- A bright future - In Wales, being able to speak Welsh and English is a big advantage for young people looking for work
Welsh-medium education from the early years – the best start possible for your child.
To find your nearest Welsh-medium school, contact your Local Authority.