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1. Reading simple texts for main points and detail

   Asesu: Yn yr arholiad

   In Unit 1 learners read simple Welsh texts about personal details, the world of work and the local area and answer multiple-choice questions on them. They need the main points and specific details, such as a person's hobbies, work experience or the facilities in a town.

   Llythrennedd: Strategaethau darllen, Deall, ymateb a dadansoddi

   Paratoi disgyblion

   Blwyddyn 7

   Pupils read a short Welsh profile of a teenager and tick the correct name, age, town and two hobbies from a list.

   Blwyddyn 8

   Pupils read a short Welsh text about a town's facilities and answer multiple-choice questions on what there is to do and what the writer likes.

   Blwyddyn 9

   Pupils skim a short Welsh job advert and a work experience diary for gist, then scan them to answer timed multiple-choice questions on skills, times and opinions.

   Dangos geiriad y fanyleb a datganiadau'r Fframwaith Llythrennedd a Rhifedd

   Ble mae yn y fanyleb: Unit 1, overview and Sections 1.1.1 to 1.1.3, pages 10 and 11

   “understand the main points and specific details of simple reading texts”

   Cam cynnydd 3

   • Rwy’n gallu darllen geiriau a brawddegau o wahanol destunau gan ddefnyddio ystod o strategaethau i bennu ystyr.

   • Rwy'n gallu defnyddio ystod o strategaethau er mwyn dod o hyd i wybodaeth, e.e. cip ddarllen (sgimio) am yr hanfodion, llithr ddarllen (sganio) am fanylion.

   • Rwy'n gallu dangos fy mod yn deall y prif syniadau a manylion pwysig mewn gwahanol destunau ar yr un pwnc a'u defnyddio.

   Cam cynnydd 4

   • Rwy'n gallu defnyddio ystod o strategaethau, e.e. darllen cyflym, darllen agos, anodi, rhagfynegi, i gip ddarllen (sgimio) testunau i gael yr hanfodion, y syniadau a’r themâu allweddol, a’u llithr ddarllen (sganio) am wybodaeth fanwl.

   • Rwy'n gallu darllen yn fanwl, gwneud gwaith dilynol a defnyddio deunyddiau ychwanegol mewn testunau i ymestyn fy nealltwriaeth.

2. Building Welsh vocabulary for familiar topics

   Asesu: Yn yr arholiad ac mewn gwaith cwrs

   All three units draw on a core vocabulary for personal details, hobbies, personal skills, jobs, places, facilities and the weather. Learners build this by hearing, seeing and reading Welsh and then reuse it in their own speaking and writing.

   Llythrennedd: Deall, ymateb a dadansoddi, Datblygu geirfa

   Paratoi disgyblion

   Blwyddyn 7

   Pupils match Welsh words for hobbies and places in town to pictures, then use five of them in spoken sentences.

   Blwyddyn 8

   Pupils keep a Welsh word bank for jobs and personal skills such as being organised or a team player, and use it to describe a family member.

   Blwyddyn 9

   Pupils collect useful words and phrases from a Welsh job advert and a leaflet about the area, then reuse them in a short paragraph about themselves.

   Dangos geiriad y fanyleb a datganiadau'r Fframwaith Llythrennedd a Rhifedd

   Ble mae yn y fanyleb: Section 1.1, page 6; Unit 1, Sections 1.1.1 to 1.1.3, pages 10 and 11

   “develop knowledge and understanding of Welsh vocabulary and structure”

   Cam cynnydd 3

   • Rwy’n gallu darllen er mwyn adeiladu fy ngeirfa a strwythurau brawddegau, gan ddefnyddio’r rhain wrth i mi gyfathrebu.

   • Rwy’n gallu gwrando er mwyn adeiladu fy ngeirfa, datblygu fy ynganiad, goslef/acenion a strwythurau brawddegau, gan ddefnyddio’r rhain wrth i mi gyfathrebu.

   Cam cynnydd 4

   • Rwy’n gallu darllen er mwyn adeiladu fy ngeirfa a strwythurau brawddegau, gan ddefnyddio’r rhain yn effeithiol wrth i mi gyfathrebu.

   • Rwy’n gallu gwrando er mwyn datblygu fy ngeirfa a strwythurau brawddegau, gan ddefnyddio’r rhain wrth i mi gyfathrebu.

3. Listening to and answering familiar questions

   Asesu: Mewn gwaith cwrs (asesiad di-arholiad)

   In Unit 2 learners understand familiar spoken questions about themselves, the world of work and their area and respond verbally using simple sentences. Questions include what sort of person are you, do you like your area and what would you like to see in your area.

   Llythrennedd: Gwrando am ystyr, Datblygu geirfa, Gwrando i ddeall

   Paratoi disgyblion

   Blwyddyn 7

   Pupils answer simple spoken Welsh questions from the teacher about their name, age, where they live and their hobbies.

   Blwyddyn 8

   Pupils listen to a partner's Welsh questions about their town and answer in full sentences, picking out key words such as where, what and why.

   Blwyddyn 9

   Pupils answer unseen spoken Welsh questions about their personal skills and the job they would like, using a key word in each question to shape their reply.

   Dangos geiriad y fanyleb a datganiadau'r Fframwaith Llythrennedd a Rhifedd

   Ble mae yn y fanyleb: Unit 2, overview and Sections 2.1.1 and 2.1.2, pages 13 to 15

   “offer a simple response to familiar questions”

   Cam cynnydd 3

   • Rwy’n gallu gwrando ar, deall, dehongli ac adalw ystyr gyffredinol yr hyn rwyf wedi’i glywed.

   • Rwy’n gallu gwrando, adnabod a defnyddio geiriau allweddol i ddeall ystyr gyffredinol a syniadau sydd ymhlyg.

   Cam cynnydd 4

   • Rwy'n gallu gwrando ar ac ystyried perthnasedd ac arwyddocâd gwybodaeth a syniadau a gyflwynir i mi.

   • Rwy'n gallu defnyddio technegau gwahanol i'm helpu i gofio, cofnodi ac ymateb i'r hyn rwy'n ei glywed.

4. Holding a role-play conversation about the world of work

   Asesu: Mewn gwaith cwrs (asesiad di-arholiad)

   In Unit 2 learners take part in a role-play based on the world of work, holding a conversation with the teacher about themselves, their personal skills and a job. They also ask simple questions such as when does the job start and what time does the work finish.

   Llythrennedd: Siarad cydweithredol, Gofyn cwestiynau, Eglurder a geirfa

   Paratoi disgyblion

   Blwyddyn 7

   Pupils act out a short Welsh role-play at a café counter, asking for and giving simple information.

   Blwyddyn 8

   Pupils role-play joining a youth club in Welsh, answering questions about themselves and asking when and where the club meets.

   Blwyddyn 9

   Pupils role-play a short job interview in Welsh, describing their personal skills and asking the employer when the job starts and what time work finishes.

   Dangos geiriad y fanyleb a datganiadau'r Fframwaith Llythrennedd a Rhifedd

   Ble mae yn y fanyleb: Unit 2, overview and Section 2.1.1, pages 13 and 14

   “use role-play based on the world of work and respond to questions”

   Cam cynnydd 3

   • Rwyf wedi cael profiad o siarad â gwahanol bobl mewn amrywiaeth o gyd-destunau dilys.

   • Rwy'n gallu gofyn ac ateb cwestiynau, gan adeiladu ar syniadau pobl eraill mewn trafodaethau grŵp a'u datblygu.

   Cam cynnydd 4

   • Rwyf wedi cael profiad o siarad â gwahanol bobl mewn amrywiaeth o gyd-destunau dilys.

   • Rwy’n gallu siarad yn glir, gan ddewis ac addasu fy iaith yn briodol ar gyfer ystod o gynulleidfaoedd a dibenion, a chan gyfleu ystyr yn effeithiol i’r gynulleidfa.

5. Presenting information about the area orally

   Asesu: Mewn gwaith cwrs (asesiad di-arholiad)

   In Unit 2 learners present verbal information about their area using simple sentences, covering what is in the area, its attractions and leisure facilities and what there is to do. They then answer questions on it, and may prepare under supervision beforehand.

   Llythrennedd: Diben, Eglurder a geirfa

   Paratoi disgyblion

   Blwyddyn 7

   Pupils say three Welsh sentences about what there is in their town, using a picture prompt.

   Blwyddyn 8

   Pupils give a one minute talk in Welsh about local facilities, using cue cards, and answer one question from a partner.

   Blwyddyn 9

   Pupils prepare and give a two minute Welsh presentation about their area, covering attractions and things to do, then answer unprepared questions from the class.

   Dangos geiriad y fanyleb a datganiadau'r Fframwaith Llythrennedd a Rhifedd

   Ble mae yn y fanyleb: Unit 2, overview and Section 2.1.2, pages 13 and 15; Section 3.2, page 20

   “present information and answer questions based on their area”

   Cam cynnydd 3

   • Rwy'n gallu trefnu sgwrs fel y gall gwahanol gynulleidfaoedd mewn gwahanol gyd-destunau ddilyn yr hyn sy'n cael ei ddweud, gan gynnwys defnyddio iaith ffurfiol.

   • Rwy’n gallu siarad yn glir, gan adnabod yr iaith briodol ar gyfer gwahanol gynulleidfaoedd a dibenion, a chan amrywio fy mynegiant, geirfa, tôn ac ystumiau i ennyn diddordeb y gynulleidfa.

   Cam cynnydd 4

   • Rwy’n gallu siarad yn glir, gan ddewis ac addasu fy iaith yn briodol ar gyfer ystod o gynulleidfaoedd a dibenion, a chan gyfleu ystyr yn effeithiol i’r gynulleidfa.

   • Rwyf wedi cael profiad o ystod o eirfa sy'n benodol i faes dysgu a phrofiad/disgyblaeth a geirfa academaidd gyffredinol, ac yn gallu ei defnyddio wrth i mi gyfathrebu.

6. Expressing simple opinions and reasons

   Asesu: Yn yr arholiad ac mewn gwaith cwrs

   Learners read, say and write simple opinions, such as likes and dislikes, enjoy and don't enjoy, and I prefer. In Units 2 and 3 they give simple views about their area and about the world of work, including why they like or dislike something.

   Llythrennedd: Diben, Cynllunio a threfnu ar gyfer gwahanol ddibenion, cynulleidfaoedd a chyd-destunau

   Paratoi disgyblion

   Blwyddyn 7

   Pupils say and write whether they like or dislike five hobbies in Welsh, using simple opinion phrases.

   Blwyddyn 8

   Pupils give opinions in Welsh about places in their town and add a reason with because, in speech and in writing.

   Blwyddyn 9

   Pupils write and say what they like and dislike about their area and what they would like to see there, giving a reason for each opinion.

   Dangos geiriad y fanyleb a datganiadau'r Fframwaith Llythrennedd a Rhifedd

   Ble mae yn y fanyleb: Unit 1, Section 1.1.1, page 10; Unit 2, Sections 2.1.1 and 2.1.2, pages 14 and 15; Unit 3, Sections 3.1.1 and 3.1.2, page 17

   “Learners should be able to express simple views about the”

   Cam cynnydd 3

   • Rwy'n gallu rhannu, siarad ac ysgrifennu am fy meddyliau, fy nheimladau a fy marn gan ddefnyddio ystod o dechnegau i ddangos effaith.

   • Rwy’n gallu ysgrifennu am fy meddyliau, fy nheimladau a fy marn, gan ddangos empathi a pharch.

   Cam cynnydd 4

   • Rwy’n gallu rhannu, siarad ac ysgrifennu am fy meddyliau, fy nheimladau a fy marn, gan ddangos empathi a pharch.

7. Writing practical work-related texts

   Asesu: Mewn gwaith cwrs (asesiad di-arholiad)

   In Unit 3 learners complete a work-related writing task of up to 100 words, such as an application letter, a job application form, a CV or a personal information form. They present information about themselves, including personal skills and the job they would like, and say simply why they want a job.

   Llythrennedd: Cynllunio a threfnu ar gyfer gwahanol ddibenion, cynulleidfaoedd a chyd-destunau

   Paratoi disgyblion

   Blwyddyn 7

   Pupils fill in a simple Welsh form with their name, age, address, school and hobbies.

   Blwyddyn 8

   Pupils write a short Welsh letter to a local business asking for work experience, following a model layout.

   Blwyddyn 9

   Pupils write a short Welsh CV and covering email for a weekend job, including their personal skills, school subjects and why they want the job.

   Dangos geiriad y fanyleb a datganiadau'r Fframwaith Llythrennedd a Rhifedd

   Ble mae yn y fanyleb: Unit 3, overview and Section 3.1.1, pages 16 and 17; Section 3.2, page 20

   “for example writing an application letter, completing a job application form, writing a CV”

   Cam cynnydd 3

   • Rwy'n gallu addasu arddull a strwythur fy ysgrifennu i fod yn addas i'r gynulleidfa, y diben a'r cyd-destun, e.e. cydbwysedd addas rhwng ffeithiau a safbwyntiau, casgliad penodol.

   • Rwy'n gallu defnyddio ac addasu gwahanol strwythurau yn fy ngwaith ysgrifennu, e.e. adroddiad ar ddigwyddiad, ymchwiliad neu arbrawf.

   Cam cynnydd 4

   • Rwy'n gallu addasu fy arddull ysgrifennu, gan ddewis a defnyddio'r strwythurau gorau ar gyfer gwahanol gyd-destunau a dibenion, e.e. i ddisgrifio, esbonio, darbwyllo, trafod yn llwyddiannus.

   • Rwy’n gallu dewis a defnyddio strategaethau priodol er mwyn cynllunio a datblygu fy ngwaith ysgrifennu at wahanol ddibenion ac ar gyfer gwahanol gynulleidfaoedd.

8. Writing information about the local area

   Asesu: Mewn gwaith cwrs (asesiad di-arholiad)

   For Unit 3 Task 2 learners write up to 100 words of information about clubs, facilities or attractions in their area, covering what it is, time, location, cost, contact details and arrival details, with a simple opinion. They choose the format, for example a Word document, PowerPoint, letter, email or poster.

   Llythrennedd: Cynllunio a threfnu ar gyfer gwahanol ddibenion, cynulleidfaoedd a chyd-destunau, Geirfa, sillafu, gramadeg

   Paratoi disgyblion

   Blwyddyn 7

   Pupils write three Welsh sentences about a local park or beach for a class display.

   Blwyddyn 8

   Pupils write a short Welsh leaflet about a local club, giving the day, time, cost and where it meets.

   Blwyddyn 9

   Pupils plan and write a 100 word Welsh information page about a local attraction, with headings for times, cost, location and contact details and a short opinion.

   Dangos geiriad y fanyleb a datganiadau'r Fframwaith Llythrennedd a Rhifedd

   Ble mae yn y fanyleb: Unit 3, overview and Section 3.1.2, pages 16 and 17; Section 3.2, pages 20 and 21

   “provide written information about the local area, for example facilities, attractions, clubs.”

   Cam cynnydd 3

   • Rwy'n gallu ystyried ffyrdd gwahanol o gynllunio, drafftio a chyflwyno fy ngwaith yn briodol.

   • Rwy'n gallu cyflwyno fy ngwaith yn briodol mewn cyd-destunau digidol.

   Cam cynnydd 4

   • Rwy'n gallu trefnu a llunio fy ngwaith ysgrifennu'n effeithiol, gan gysylltu a datblygu fy syniadau ar gyfer amrywiaeth o wahanol gyd-destunau.

   • Rwy'n gallu cyflwyno fy ngwaith yn briodol mewn cyd-destunau digidol gan ddefnyddio confensiynau digidol priodol, e.e. cryno-luniau, dewis iaith.

9. Using verb tenses and adjectives in simple sentences

   Asesu: Yn yr arholiad ac mewn gwaith cwrs

   Each unit lists language elements that learners understand and use, including different verb tenses such as I went, I would like and I enjoyed or didn't enjoy, and adjectives such as busy, fun and boring. Learners recognise them in Unit 1 reading and use them in Unit 2 speaking and Unit 3 writing.

   Llythrennedd: Geirfa, sillafu, gramadeg, Cysyllteiriau a chystrawen

   Paratoi disgyblion

   Blwyddyn 7

   Pupils describe their town in Welsh using present tense sentences and three adjectives such as busy, quiet and fun.

   Blwyddyn 8

   Pupils write about a trip in Welsh using I went, it was and I enjoyed or I didn't enjoy, with an adjective in each sentence.

   Blwyddyn 9

   Pupils write and say a short Welsh paragraph that moves between past, present and future, such as what they did on work experience and the job they would like.

   Dangos geiriad y fanyleb a datganiadau'r Fframwaith Llythrennedd a Rhifedd

   Ble mae yn y fanyleb: Unit 1, Section 1.1.4, pages 11 and 12; Unit 2, Section 2.1.3, page 15; Unit 3, Section 3.1.3, page 17

   “different verb tenses, for example:”

   Cam cynnydd 3

   • Rwy'n gallu defnyddio iaith briodol ar gyfer ysgrifennu, gan gynnwys ffurfiau safonol, e.e. enwau, rhagenwau, ansoddeiriau, adferfau, arddodiaid, cysyllteiriau ac amseroedd y ferf.

   • Rwy'n gallu defnyddio ffurf safonol amrywiaeth o eiriau, e.e. ffurfiau'r presennol, ffurfiau'r gorffennol a ffurfiau negyddol.

   • Rwy'n gallu defnyddio strwythurau brawddeg syml, cyfansawdd a chymhleth er pwyslais ac effaith.

   Cam cynnydd 4

   • Rwy'n gallu dewis a defnyddio amrywiaeth o wahanol strwythurau brawddeg (brawddegau syml, cyfansawdd a chymhleth) gyda chywirdeb gramadegol wrth i mi ysgrifennu.

10. Spelling familiar vocabulary and using punctuation

    Asesu: Mewn gwaith cwrs (asesiad di-arholiad)

    Unit 3 asks learners to use simple sentences with correct spelling of familiar vocabulary and punctuation. Appendix A ticks writing for Unit 3 only, so this is where written accuracy is marked.

    Llythrennedd: Geirfa, sillafu, gramadeg, Atalnodi, Prawfddarllen, golygu a gwella

    Paratoi disgyblion

    Blwyddyn 7

    Pupils learn to spell ten Welsh words for hobbies and places, using Welsh letter sounds such as ll, dd and ch, and check them in a short sentence quiz.

    Blwyddyn 8

    Pupils check a short Welsh paragraph for capital letters, full stops and question marks, and correct the spelling of familiar words using a word bank.

    Blwyddyn 9

    Pupils proofread and redraft their own Welsh writing about the area, correcting spelling and punctuation before handing in a final copy.

    Dangos geiriad y fanyleb a datganiadau'r Fframwaith Llythrennedd a Rhifedd

    Ble mae yn y fanyleb: Unit 3, Section 3.1.3, page 17; Appendix A, page 27

    “Learners should be able to use simple sentences, including:”

    Cam cynnydd 3

    • Rwy’n gallu defnyddio’r hyn rwy’n ei wybod am seiniau a phatrymau llythrennau'n gywir wrth i mi sillafu, gan gynnwys:

      • gwreiddiau, e.e. uwch, rhag
      • ôl-ddodiaid, e.e. -ydd, -ant
      • terfyniadau lluosog yn gywir yn eu cyd-destun, e.e. -au, -iau, -od.

    • Rwy'n gallu defnyddio ystod o atalnodau'n gywir (gan gynnwys collnod) i egluro ac ehangu ar ystyr.

    Cam cynnydd 4

    • Rwy'n gallu defnyddio amrywiaeth o strategaethau ac adnoddau i sillafu geirfa gyfarwydd ac anghyfarwydd a geiriau sy'n benodol i faes dysgu a phrofiad/disgyblaeth yn gywir.

    • Rwy'n gallu gwella gwaith ysgrifennu drwy adolygu annibynnol ac ailddrafftio.

11. Using other languages to support learning Welsh

    Asesu: Yn cael ei addysgu, ond nid ei asesu

    The specification supports building on learners' knowledge of other languages, such as English, to help them learn Welsh, and developing their understanding of how Welsh works. This is part of how the course is taught rather than a separate assessed task.

    Llythrennedd: Trawsieithu

    Paratoi disgyblion

    Blwyddyn 7

    Pupils compare a short English and Welsh sign from their town and spot the words that look or sound alike.

    Blwyddyn 8

    Pupils read a short English notice about a club and pass on its key details to a partner in Welsh.

    Blwyddyn 9

    Pupils use what they know about English sentence patterns to work out new Welsh phrases in a job advert, then explain the information in Welsh.

    Dangos geiriad y fanyleb a datganiadau'r Fframwaith Llythrennedd a Rhifedd

    Ble mae yn y fanyleb: Section 1.2, page 7

    “previous knowledge of language(s) to support the learning of”

    Cam cynnydd 3

    • Rwy’n gallu derbyn gwybodaeth mewn un iaith a’i haddasu at wahanol ddibenion mewn iaith arall.

    Cam cynnydd 4

    • Rwy’n gallu cymhwyso fy sgiliau trawsieithu er mwyn cefnogi fy nysgu mewn ieithoedd cyfarwydd ac ieithoedd newydd.

12. Understanding and using times and dates in Welsh

    Asesu: Yn yr arholiad ac mewn gwaith cwrs

    Units 1 and 2 list time and dates as language elements, including day, week, month, year, seasons and next and last. In Unit 2 learners ask what time work starts or finishes, and in Unit 3 they give the time of a club or facility.

    Rhifedd: Mesur, Cymhwysedd strategol

    Paratoi disgyblion

    Blwyddyn 7

    Pupils say and write the time in Welsh from analogue and digital clocks, and the days of the week and months of the year.

    Blwyddyn 8

    Pupils read a Welsh timetable for a leisure centre and say what time each activity starts and finishes on different days.

    Blwyddyn 9

    Pupils use a Welsh rota for a part-time job to answer questions on start and finish times, how many hours are worked and which day is next week.

    Dangos geiriad y fanyleb a datganiadau'r Fframwaith Llythrennedd a Rhifedd

    Ble mae yn y fanyleb: Unit 1, Section 1.1.4, pages 11 and 12; Unit 2, Sections 2.1.1 and 2.1.3, pages 14 and 15; Unit 3, Section 3.1.2, page 17

    “time, for example: day, week, month, year”

    Cam cynnydd 3

    • Rwy'n gallu darllen a defnyddio clociau analog a digidol.

    • Rwy'n gallu defnyddio a dehongli calendrau, amserlenni a rhaglenni i gynllunio digwyddiadau a gweithgareddau, a gwneud cyfrifiadau fel rhan o'r daith gynllunio.

    Cam cynnydd 4

    • Rwy'n gallu nodi, mesur neu gasglu'r wybodaeth sy'n ofynnol er mwyn cwblhau'r dasg.

13. Giving costs and practical details for local facilities

    Asesu: Mewn gwaith cwrs (asesiad di-arholiad)

    For Unit 3 Task 2 learners present information about clubs, facilities and attractions that includes time, location, cost, contact details and arrival details. They obtain these facts during their research and write prices, times and phone numbers accurately in Welsh, and dealing with money is listed as a personal skill for the world of work.

    Rhifedd: Cymhwysedd strategol, Cyfathrebu â symbolau

    Paratoi disgyblion

    Blwyddyn 7

    Pupils say and write prices in Welsh from a café menu, using pounds and pence correctly.

    Blwyddyn 8

    Pupils find the cost and opening times of the local swimming pool from a leaflet and write them in a Welsh information table.

    Blwyddyn 9

    Pupils pick out the cost, times, location and phone number of a local attraction from a website and choose which facts a visitor needs most for a Welsh information page.

    Dangos geiriad y fanyleb a datganiadau'r Fframwaith Llythrennedd a Rhifedd

    Ble mae yn y fanyleb: Unit 3, Section 3.1.2, page 17; Section 3.2, pages 20 and 21; Unit 1, Section 1.1.2, page 11

    “present written information about the local area, for example facilities, attractions,”

    Cam cynnydd 3

    • Rwy'n gallu nodi, mesur neu gasglu'r wybodaeth sy'n ofynnol er mwyn cwblhau'r dasg.

    • Rwy'n gallu defnyddio nodiant, symbolau ac unedau mesur priodol.

    Cam cynnydd 4

    • Rwy'n gallu nodi pa wybodaeth bellach allai fod yn ofynnol a dewis pa wybodaeth sydd fwyaf priodol.

    • Rwy'n gallu defnyddio nodiant, symbolau ac unedau mesur priodol, gan gynnwys mesurau cyfansawdd.

Ffynhonnell: WJEC Entry Level Foundation Core Cymraeg specification, approved by Qualifications Wales, teaching from September 2027, for award from 2029 (© WJEC CBAC Ltd 2026).