A proud occasion of celebration and reflection awaits as Rydal Penrhos prepares for Speech Day 2026.
Rydal Penrhos will join together on Friday 12 June 2026 for one of the most significant and cherished occasions in the school calendar: Year 11 to 13 Speech Day. A proud moment of celebration, the event offers an opportunity to recognise the achievement, effort and dedication shown by pupils across every area of school life, while also reflecting on the many successes, milestones and moments of inspiration that have shaped the academic year.
Speech Day holds a special place in the traditions of Rydal Penrhos. It is a time to honour not only academic excellence, but also the character, creativity, resilience and generosity of spirit that define our community. A whole host of historic awards and prizes will be presented, recognising outstanding contributions across all subjects, as well as in the arts, drama, sport, charitable endeavour and personal development.
The school community will also hear from members of our senior leadership, including Principal Mr Tom Hutchinson. There will also be the much-anticipated address from outgoing Heads of School, Ben and Rana, as they speak on behalf of the Class of 2026 before taking their next steps beyond school.
One of the traditional highlights of Speech Day is the welcome extended to a distinguished Guest Speaker. In recent years, Rydal Penrhos has been privileged to hear from a wide range of alumni, including National Assembly of Pakistan member Zain Qureshi, Love Actually and Notting Hill producer Duncan Kenworthy, and Fiona Moss, who is at the forefront of the Natalie Kate Moss Trust.
This year, we are delighted to welcome Dominic Jones, who attended Rydal Penrhos from 1985 to 1995. An active member of school life, Dominic took part in orchestra, choir, cross-country, Alpine expeditions and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, while also developing early interests in leadership, teamwork and enterprise.
Dominic has since built a distinguished career in the visitor attraction industry, working with major organisations including Thorpe Park, Chessington World of Adventures, Madame Tussauds and Virgin Atlantic, before holding senior leadership roles with Merlin Entertainments and Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. In 2021, he became Chief Executive Officer of The Mary Rose Trust, overseeing Henry VIII’s flagship and its internationally significant Tudor collection.
Speech Day promises to be a fitting celebration of all that makes Rydal Penrhos exceptional. Families wishing to discover more about the opportunities available at the school are encouraged to complete our Enquiry Form and begin their own Rydal Penrhos journey.
