Rydal Penrhos
School summary
Set in Colwyn Bay on the Conwy coast, Rydal Penrhos is a small independent school with a Methodist character and around 328 pupils. Its modest size lends itself to a close community where individual pupils are easily known by staff. The school offers both day and boarding places, drawing families who value a more intimate setting. It is led by Head Mr Tom Hutchinson.
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Teaching & academics
As a co-educational independent school, Rydal Penrhos teaches a mixed intake within a relatively compact roll, which allows for smaller class settings than larger institutions can provide.
Head · Mr Tom Hutchinson
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- Methodist
- Boarding
- Yes
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £13,500 - £21,420
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A small, coastal independent in Conwy offering both day and boarding within a Methodist tradition - one for families seeking a close-knit school community.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.