Community Crew/Heddlu Bach

Community Crew is new to the school this year. We are a group of children that are dedicated to supporting the community and keeping our community clean. The Year 5 and 6 children in our Community Crew are our Heddlu Bach (Mini Police). The Heddlu Bach scheme is a fun and interactive volunteering opportunity for pupils aged 9-11 years old. The Heddlu Bach support the South Wales Police Force priorities through participation in both educational and community settings. The children involved have to submit an application and take part in an interview process to secure their place in Heddlu Bach. With support from our local PCSO, children are given opportunities to develop their confidence through many enjoyable experiences. The children who become part of the programme help to tackle local issues, highlighted by the children in their own community. We hope to create ethically informed citizens of Wales, build resilience in young people and develop a successful and exciting future through collaboration with communities and the Police.

Here are some topics and activities highlighted and experienced by the Heddlu Bach:

·       Parking outside schools
·       Crime prevention awareness
·       Speeding / speed camera monitoring
·       Anti-Social behaviour awareness
·       Delivering informative leaflets and posters to local residents
·       Visiting local care homes to support the elderly at Christmas
·       Damage and littering in the community