# Rydal Penrhos — Colwyn Bay, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 3.0/5 from 1 published review
- **Students:** 325
- **Founded:** 1885
- **Principal:** Tom Hutchinson

## Contact

- **Address:** Pwllycrochan Avenue
- **Phone:** +44 1492 530155
- **Website:** https://rydalpenrhos.com
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/colwyn-bay/rydal-penrhos-25820

## About

Rydal Penrhos School is a private, coeducational day school located in Colwyn Bay, North Wales, with a Methodist religious affiliation. Founded originally as Rydal School for boys in 1885 by Methodist educationalist Thomas Osborn, it merged with Penrhos College, a nearby girls' school, in 1995 to form the current institution. The school serves pupils aged 2 to 18, offering education from preschool through to sixth form. It is known for its strong academic curriculum complemented by a wide range of scholarships and bursaries in areas such as academics, arts, drama, music, and sports. The school occupies multiple historic buildings, including Grade II listed structures designed by architect Sidney Colwyn Foulkes, and maintains a significant presence in the town with boarding houses in former large villas. Facilities include watersports equipment stored nearby for beach access, reflecting its coastal location. Rydal Penrhos emphasizes a safe, supportive environment and prepares students for modern challenges while celebrating achievement and community pride.

## Recent parent reviews

- **3/5** — The the: Rob's son is the heart of the school, he is le epic. Let us all worship him. Amen *(Sep 2020)*

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