Gruffydd Jones' Schools

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History of Gruffydd Jones' informal schools in the 18th century.

Explanation of the role of the informal schools set up by Grufydd Jones in the eighteenth century in helping to bring mass literacy to Wales.
From: The Story of Welsh Brought to Book
First broadcast : 22 January 2003

Teachers' notes

Age Group : 11-14

Subject : History

Topic : Industrial Wales and Britain

Keywords : Culture and beliefs

Notes : This clip could be used to support a study of religion in Wales, education in Wales and the Welsh language. What was so special about Grufydd Jones' schools? How should we remember Gruffydd Jones? Visit Wales History; Celtic Languages for more information on the history of Welsh.

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