St David’s College
St David's College is a co-educational independent boarding school, providing education to pupils aged 16-19 in North Wales.
Key Information
St David's College offers GCSE, BTEC & A Level curriculum. They deliver a strong IELTS & EAL for international students. Full boarding is offered on site in their Llandudno grounds, catering to both UK & international students. St David's College has an established Special Education Needs (SEN) provision specialising in dyslexia learning differences. Read more below.
History of the School
St David's College is an independent, boarding and day, middle and high school occupying Gloddaeth Hall in Llanrhos, Llandudno, north Wales. The school was founded by John Mayor in 1965 with the aim of offering a whole-person education based on Christian principles and outdoor education.
Pre-16 qualifications
St David’s offers a wide selection of exam options including; GCSE’s, B-TEC, level 2 and 3, A Levels and an HND (Higher National Diploma) course in Computer Aided Design and Draughting (CADD). The College offers ESL iGCSE and IELTS qualifications. Lessons can vary in number and size depending upon the preferences and the needs of the pupil.
Post 16 qualifications
St David's offers a wide selection of exam options including; GCSE's, B-TEC, level 2 and 3, A Levels and an HND (Higher Nationall Diploma) course in Computer Aided Design and Draughting (CADD).
Academic performance
Boarding accommodation
Boarding is offered on a full-time basis, although some boarders choose to go home on occasional weekends.
Pastoral care
They provide every pupil with a safe and caring environment to give them the freedom to flourish. The Headmaster, tutors, house staff, academic staff, and medical staff all play a front-line role in the pastoral care of pupils and can be contacted at any time by parents with concerns or questions.
Extra-curricular activities
St David's prides itself on its Extracurricular programme which is delivered through a diverse activity programme and Outdoor Education department. Around five expeditions leave site each week as part of a true outdoor education, with opportunities for every pupil to get involved including; sailing, kayaking, climbing and caving. The focus is very much on developing leadership, confidence and teamworking skills. Other clubs offered include: KIT car building, silent flight, wakeboarding, chess club, F1 in Schools, Round Table public speaking competition, 4x4 driving on the School’s woodland track, shooting on the School’s rifle range, capoeira, martial arts and photography.
General school facilities
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