There's been a big fall in the number of Year 11 pupils on Anglesey who are not in education, employment or training (NEET), new figures claim.

Anglesey Council says just 0.6% of the island's school leavers were recorded as NEET in the last quarter of 2025, down from 1.9% in 2024-25 and from 4% in 2023-24.

The council says targeted approaches including early intervention, stronger partnership working with schools and other services and personalised support have helped to contribute to the fall.

Carys Hughes, engagement and progression coordinator, said: "The improvement in NEET figures highlights the positive difference that early intervention, partnership working and personalised support can make in helping young people move towards positive and sustainable futures."

"The council and its partners will continue to build on this success by strengthening preventative approaches and expanding opportunities for young people across Anglesey."

In one case, a teenager who had been out of education since Year 10 following a challenging period in their personal life, received support from the council's young engagement team, including access to supported accommodation.

They are now attending a Jobs Growth Wales+ course each day and considering becoming a peer mentor to others in similar circumstances.

Cllr Dafydd Roberts, who holds the education portfolio, added: "These figures are extremely encouraging and demonstrate what can be achieved when schools, the council and our partners work together to put young people at the centre of everything we do."

"Supporting children and young people to achieve positive outcomes is a key priority for the council."

"By providing the right support at the right time, we are helping to build confidence, develop skills and create pathways into further education, training and employment, ensuring our young people are equipped for today and for the future."