Y Siarter Iaith (The Welsh Language Charter) is a framework designed to promote and enhance the use of the Welsh language among children and young people in schools across Wales. It aims to encourage the development of positive attitudes towards the Welsh language, increase its everyday use, and ensure that learners use Welsh confidently, not just in academic settings but also socially and beyond the classroom.

Key Objectives of Y Siarter Iaith:

1. Encouraging Daily Use of Welsh – The charter focuses on promoting Welsh as a natural part of daily school life, encouraging students to speak Welsh regularly in informal situations like break times, extracurricular activities, and conversations with peers.

2. Creating a Welsh-Speaking Culture – Schools are encouraged to build a strong, inclusive culture where Welsh is valued and spoken naturally in different areas of school life, fostering a bilingual environment.

3. Developing Bilingualism – It supports the wider goals of the Welsh Government’s strategy to create a million Welsh speakers by 2050, aiming to produce confident bilingual individuals who can use Welsh fluently at work, home, and in the community.

4. Involving the Whole School Community – The initiative involves not just students, but also staff, parents, and the wider community in promoting the use of Welsh, creating a supportive ecosystem for the language to thrive.