A letter from the Principal, Mr Tom Hutchinson, on the announced closure of Ruthin School:
Dear Parents and Carers,
Following the very sad news of the announced closure of Ruthin School, we would like to extend our sincere sympathy to pupils, parents, carers and staff at what must be an extremely difficult and unsettling time.
We know that choosing a new school, particularly in unexpected circumstances, can feel daunting. Please rest assured we are here to support families and have places available at Rydal Penrhos School for September 2026.
To help make the transition as smooth as possible for Ruthin families, we have a dedicated point of contact using the e-mail: admissions@rydalpenrhos.com where Maria McLean, our Head of External Relations will be able to answer your immediate questions.
Our immediate support for you is to reassure all families that we do have places available and can confirm special terms as follows:
- A 10% discount on school uniform
- Fees that include lunch each day
- Fees that include a wide range of extracurricular clubs and activities
- Wrap around care from 8am – 6pm at no additional charge
- An iPad for each pupil
- School Transport is also available, and we will be considering additional routes for our school minibus fleet.
Parental Meetings at Rydal Penrhos – 6th, 7th and 8th July
We would also be delighted to welcome Ruthin School parents, carers and pupils to meet with our senior team and to tour the school. For those in critical exam years, there will be the choice to discuss current subject options, exam boards and to explore additional support available to support the transition.
Appointments are available on either Monday 6th, Tuesday 7th or Wednesday 8th July and can be booked using the e-mail admissions@rydalpenrhos.com.
Rydal Penrhos – Open Morning – Monday 13th July 10:00am
We will be hosting an informal Open Morning on Monday 13th July at 10:00am. There will be the opportunity to meet with our senior staff and faculty heads and to discuss the admissions journey for your child. Please register by e-mailing admissions@rydalpenrhos.com
Our priority is to help families feel welcomed, supported and confident as they take their next step. We would be honoured to offer continuity, care and opportunity to families affected by the closure of Ruthin School.
Yours sincerely,
Mr T Hutchinson
Principal
