Educated at St Joseph’s College, Stoke-on-Trent, Mr Hutchinson read Geography at Lancaster University and completed his PGCE at Keele University.
He has held senior leadership roles including Principal at St Edward’s Church of England Academy (Leek) and the University Church of England Academy, and Deputy Headmaster at St Ambrose College (Altrincham).
Mr Hutchinson is an Inspector of Anglican and Methodist Schools, a Bishop’s Advisor on discernment panels for vicar and deacon selection, and Vice Chair of Governors at the Co-op Academy in Stoke-on-Trent. He also coaches at Anselmians Rugby Football Club, where he is Safeguarding Lead and RugbySafe Lead.
Contact Details:
Principal@rydalpenrhos.com
01492 530155
Principal, Rydal Penrhos School, Pwllycrochan Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7BT
Rhian Williams joined Rydal Penrhos in 2010 as a Teacher of Mathematics and has played a central role in the school’s journey ever since.
Over the years, she has progressed into senior leadership positions including Director of Studies and Assistant Principal, where she has been instrumental in driving high academic standards and supporting the school’s strong examination outcomes.
Alongside her academic leadership, Mrs Williams has also contributed to the wider life of the school as a boarding houseparent, bringing a valuable perspective on pastoral care and community.
In 2023, Mrs Williams was appointed Vice Principal.
Contact Details:
REWilliams@rydalpenrhos.com
01492 530155
Vice Principal, Rydal Penrhos School, Pwllycrochan Avenue, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, LL29 7BT
Mrs Emma McDuff (Key Stage 3 Pastoral Lead)
EJMcDuff@rydalpenrhos.com
Mr Mike Pender (Key Stage 4 Pastoral Lead)
MWPender@rydalpenrhos.com
Ms Sarah Bollan (Key Stage 5 Pastoral Lead)
SABollan@rydalpenrhos.com
Mr Steve Williams (Faculty Leader)
Mr Mark Harmsworth (Faculty Leader)
Dr Luke Adamson (Faculty Leader)
Mr Dave Robson (Faculty Leader)
Middle Leaders
Mrs Catherine Culver (Middle Leader – Curriculum & Key Stage 1)
Mrs Victoria Martin (Additional Learning Needs Co-Ordinator)
Mrs Katie Oliver (Middle Leader – Assessment and Progress & Key Stage 2)
Miss Letitia Spencer (Pre-School Manager)
Rev’d Dr Rob Beamish (School Chaplain)
Mrs Anne Wallace (People and Admin Manager and PA to Principal)
Mr Gareth Robinson (IT Services Manager)
Mrs Laura Spencer – Finance Manager
Mrs Maria McLean – Admissions and Marketing Manager
Mr Ryan Kirby (Head of Sport)
Mr Richard Smith (Estates Manager)
Grounds & Maintenance
Housekeeping
Mrs Anne Wallace (Lead Instructor)
Mr Tom Hutchinson (Principal)
Miss Letitia Spencer (Pre-School Manager)
Mrs Catherine Culver (Key Stage 1 Lead)
Mrs Katie Oliver (Key Stage 2 Lead)
Mrs Emma McDuff (Key Stage 3 Pastoral Lead)
Mr Mike Pender (Key Stage 4 Pastoral Lead)
Ms Sarah Bollan (Key Stage 5 Pastoral Lead)