Two Powys schools have been recognised for their work preparing pupils for the world of work.

Ysgol Llanfyllin received a Gold Careers Wales Quality Award, while Crickhowell High School was awarded Bronze at a ceremony in Cardiff on October 13.

The awards recognise schools and education settings across Wales for strengthening careers and work-related experiences for learners.

The Careers Wales Quality Award was developed to help schools embed careers education across their curriculum in line with the Curriculum for Wales.

It has three stages, focusing on leadership at Bronze level, development at Silver level and impact at Gold level.

Nikki Lawrence, chief executive at Careers Wales, said: "Congratulations to every school and setting who have received a Careers Wales Quality Award. Their commitment to strengthening careers and work-related experiences helps learners to better understand their options, explore opportunities and prepare for their futures.

"High-quality careers education is not something that sits alongside learning. It should be woven through the school experience, helping young people make connections between what they learn in the classroom and the opportunities available to them beyond education.

"The award provides schools with a clear and supportive framework for developing this work. It encourages reflection, continuous improvement and collaboration, while recognising the excellent practice already taking place in schools and settings across Wales.

"The award recipients should be incredibly proud of what they have achieved, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact of their work continue to grow in the years ahead."

Since the scheme began as a pilot in 2023, schools across Wales have taken part, including primary, secondary and special schools and pupil referral units.

Following the pilot's success, 65 schools and settings have joined a new cohort, while 23 from the original group are working towards the next level.