Ellen Evans

Ellen Evans CBE (10 March 1891 – 26 September 1953) was a writer, teacher, and principal of Glamorgan Training College in Barry. Born in Gelli, Wales, Evans attended Rhondda secondary school before becoming a pupil-teacher. She then studied at the University of Aberystwyth, earning a degree in 1914. In 1915, she began working at Glamorgan Training College and was promoted to principal in 1923, succeeding Hilda M Raw. Evans was a leading advocate for teaching Welsh in schools. Under her leadership, the college expanded its admission to students from all areas in 1947. In recognition of her contributions to education, Evans was awarded a CBE in 1947.