Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
Wales Online
Wales Online
National
Branwen Jones

Ukranian children have learned nearly fluent Welsh in just a few months

A heartwarming video showing Ukrainian children speaking Welsh at a primary school on Anglesey has made its rounds on social media. Sofiia, aged eight, Natalia, aged nine, and Danylo, aged 11, have all learnt Welsh in a matter of weeks.

In a report by Newyddion S4C, their teachers at Ysgol Gymuned Moelfre in Moelfre on Anglesey have described their understanding of the language as "incredible". Since September, they have learnt words and phrases on various topics in the language such as on animals and the weather.

According to the children, not only have they been able to learn a new language but they have also made new friends. Eight-year-old Sofiia, who is originally from Kryvyi Rih in Ukraine, said: "I like to read and write, and a little bit of singing. I speak Welsh with my friends at school."

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.