VALE of Clwyd pupils have been Harvard high flyers!

Ysgol Brynhyfryd sixth form students Ifan Beech and Joe Hinchcliffe, were selected for the pre-college summer school scholarship at the prestigious Harvard University, in Massachusetts in the United States.

While there, they were introduced to ‘college’ life while attending a variety of classes.

The two-week scholarship was secured by the students through the Seren Network, the Welsh Government university scheme that provides Wales’ most academically able sixth formers with opportunities at the best universities in the UK and abroad.

Only five pupils in Wales are admitted to the placement in any one year, worth $4,700 per student, making it a major success for these two students of Ysgol Brynhyfryd.

Ifan and Joe joined other Wales students and all experienced classes, off-campus excursions and extra-curricular activities – a truly unique experience, which will never be forgotten.

Joe said: “It was probably the best two weeks ever.

"I have met some really amazing people who I will definitely keep in touch with.

"I had an absolute blast and would do it all over again if I could!”

Manon Wilkinson, head of sixth form at Ysgol Brynhyfryd, added: “Our students are so hard working and are awarded such opportunities because of their dedication and perseverance in their studies.

"These students are the future and here at Ysgol Brynhyfryd is where we nurture and support them to achieve alongside the support and encouragement of the families.

"We are just all so proud of them all and look forward to seeing them continue to shine.”