School Fees at Rydal Penrhos

When you choose Rydal Penrhos, you are investing in more than an exceptional education. 

It is an investment in your child’s future; situating them in an environment proven to realise potential.

Our fees cover far more than classroom lessons: specialist teaching in small classes, excellent facilities, extracurricular opportunities, trips and visits, exam entries, and dedicated pastoral and wellbeing support — all included.

Included in Fees: Tuition, Facilities, Meals, Wraparound Care

Expert Teaching & Learning
Small class sizes, specialist teachers and a bespoke approach for every pupil.

Facilities & School Day
Access to excellent facilities, daily lunches and snacks, and wraparound care from 08:00–18:00.

Clubs, Trips & Opportunities
Over 70 clubs each week, plus curriculum trips that enrich learning.

Pastoral Care & Wellbeing
Dedicated form tutors, strong safeguarding and proactive wellbeing support.

Digital Learning
Core resources included, with an Apple iPad and parent communication tools.

Exams, Sport & Futures
Exam entry fees, full sports programme and fixtures, plus UCAS and careers guidance.

School Fees at a Glance

To view our fees for 2025-26, please click below:

Fees 2025-26

Pre-School Fees 2025-26

To view our fees for 2026-27, please click below:

Fees 2026-27

Pre-School Fees 2026-27

Sixth Form Boarding Fees 2026-27

Please note that, aside from school fees, new entrants to the school will be required to pay a non-refundable Registration Fee and a refundable Acceptance Deposit.

Sibling Discount

The first additional child subsequent to your first child entered at Rydal Penrhos will receive a 5% fee discount. The second additional child, and any further additional children, will receive a flat 10% fee discount.

Pre-School Funding

Rydal Penrhos School is registered for Early Education Funding, Childcare for Wales, and Flying Start.

30 hours childcare, as it is commonly referred to, is made up of two schemes; Early Education Funding (10 hours) and The Childcare Offer for Wales (20 hours).

Early Education Funding

Parents and carers should apply via www.conwy.gov.uk/childcareoffer. Should parents have any questions, please contact Family Information Services on 01492 577850 or email plant.children@conwy.gov.uk.

The Childcare Offer for Wales

This scheme provides funding for up to 20 hours per week, covering part—but not all—of the hourly Pre-School rate. The funding is paid weekly and applied to the childcare portion of your invoice. Apply via https://www.gov.wales/childcare-offer-for-wales-campaign.

Flying Start

This scheme offers funded childcare from the term following your child’s 2nd birthday. To find out more and apply, please call 01492 575453, or email FS-Childcare@Conwy.gov.uk.

Tax Free Vouchers

We accept Tax Free Childcare Vouchers. More information can be found at: https://www.gov.uk/tax-free-childcare.

Service and Forces Families

Rydal Penrhos is a Ministry of Defence (MOD) approved school and as such accepts children of service personnel who are eligible for the Day School Allowance (North Wales) DSA (NW) or the Continuity of Education Allowance (CEA).

For more details and to apply please contact admissions@rydalpenrhos.com or call 01492 530155. Alternatively, for more information on how our school supports Service Families, please click here.