Exceptional examination results unlock countless opportunities for young people as they embark on their adult lives.
For many parents and carers, this is one of the driving reasons why they choose an independent education for their children.
At Rydal Penrhos, our commitment to academic excellence is deep rooted in our values, and ensures that every pupil reaches their full potential. We take pride in the continuous academic improvement of all our pupils, raising their attainment to new heights, no matter their starting ability.
Our consistently excellent GCSE and A-Level results reflect this personalised, bespoke approach to education. Year after year, as many different characters face the unique challenge of formal examinations, the calibre of our results remains truly outstanding.
Rydal Penrhos School delighted in another year of exceptional GCSE results, continuing the school’s tradition of academic excellence.
25% of Rydal Penrhos results were the highest possible grade of A* (9 to 8), over quadruple the Welsh national average of 6%.
47% of pupils secured A* to A (9 to 7) grades, more than twice the Welsh and UK national averages of 18.7% and 21.8%, respectively.
98% of Rydal Penrhos pupils achieved A* to C (9 to 4) grades; the average across Wales was 61.7%.
The release of the 2024 results marked a significant achievement for Rydal Penrhos, as we celebrated a 100% pass rate for the fifth consecutive year.
An impressive 37% of Rydal Penrhos pupils attained A* or A grades, significantly higher than the Welsh national average of 30%.
89% of Rydal Penrhos pupils secured A* to C grades.
Bucking the trend in Wales, where university application rates fell to a new low, 100% of Rydal Penrhos Class of 2024 leavers secured a university place for September.