About Us:

Ysgol Derwenfa is an established primary school in the village of Leeswood in Flintshire, founded in 1980. The school mainly serves pupils from the local community, as well as children from nearby villages around the outskirts of Mold. From September 2025 there will be 75 pupils from Reception to Year 6 at the school, and 11 part time pupils in the nursery.  There will be Four classes in the school with 4 teachers, 2 Higher Level Teaching assistants (HLTA) and 4 teaching assistants.  

The percentage of pupils who are entitled to free school meals (FSM) is 37.66% which is above the average for Wales.    The headteacher has been in post for 18 years. The deputy headteacher took up his post in September 2022.  The current chair of Governors has been a member of the Governing body for a number of years and was appointed as the Chair of Governors in November 2023.  

The last Estyn Inspection at Ysgol Derwenfa was in December 2022 and Interim Visit in May 2025. The school received praise for its caring and nurturing approach, as well as the high focus placed on well-being. We invite any prospective parents to explore our Estyn inspection which can be found on this website.

The school has developing links with external agencies to provide additional support for pupils and families. The school is also a proactive member of the local cluster of schools.  These schools collaborate effectively, sharing staff expertise and co-constructing teaching and learning resources. 

Leeswood under 5s playgroup are located within the school building. They provide playgroup in the mornings and ‘Wrap around’ provision in the afternoons for any parents who require it. We have a very good relationship with playgroup and they are very much a part of the school. Leeswood has now been formerly identified as being a ‘Flying Start’ area, which allows some children free childcare from the age of 2. The school also holds a weekly baby and toddler group; ‘Tiny Acorns’ welcoming babies and toddlers up to 2 years of age. These sessions are held every Tuesday afternoon from 1:30pm to 2:45pm.

Children are taught in the main by their class teacher but on occasions, they are taught by other members of staff, to utilise staff expertise and for PPA purposes.

At the age of 11 all children transition to continue their learning journey to local high schools. These include Ysgol Castell Alun (Hope) or Alun School (Mold). The school have also developed strong links with Ysgol Maes Garmon  (Mold) and support children who wish to join their ‘Trochi’ (Welsh language immersion course).