Raquel Rodriguez Last week, a group of 32 Team Runnymede skiers returned to the slopes of Hintertux, Austria, for the second time this season. The days were spent skiing and slalom training on spectacular slopes, while the afternoons, after completing homework, were filled with endless fun—playing table tennis, hiking, enjoying snowball fights, and video-analysisng to refine their … Read more
This morning, Headmaster Mr Frank M. Powell was honoured with an award by the Ayuntamiento de Alcobendas in recognition of his outstanding contribution to Values, Excellence, and Innovation in Education through Fundación Runnymede College. During the presentation by the Mayor Rocío García Alcántara and the Councillor for Education Fernando Martínez Rodríguez, Fundación Runnymede College received a special … Read more
On Friday, 22nd November, Year Two delighted Runnymede families with their fantastic performance of Panto Pandemonium. This enchanting production was the perfect way to usher in the festive season, as it brought fairytale characters and pantomimes vividly to life! Ingeniously, the show was a play within a play, where a pantomime goes awry when the baddies … Read more
Nearly 200 Runnymede students, parents, and staff took part in today’s “Madrid corre por Valencia” event in support of those affected by the recent floods in Valencia. A big congratulations to Team Runnymede for their incredible effort and solidarity!
Yesterday, Runnymede College had the honor of welcoming His Excellency, the British Ambassador to Spain, Sir Alex Ellis, to campus. The ambassador was greeted by Headmaster Frank Powell before embarking on a comprehensive tour of the school, led by our Head Pupils. The visit began with a glimpse into our Phonics sessions in the Pre-Prep, followed by … Read more
We are thrilled to share that Runnymede College’s donations to Valencia were so substantial that they filled not only a truck but also two additional four-by-fours! On Tuesday, the supplies, furniture, and IT equipment were successfully delivered to Colegio San Blas, one of the schools hit by the floods. Carles, a local teacher, expressed deep … Read more
Today, Runnymede College staff and pupils gathered together to honour a promise – a promise made over 100 years ago. On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month we pause to pay our respects to those who sacrificed their lives in the pursuit of peace and freedom. As a school body, … Read more
The construction of the new Prep School Building and the Frank Murphy Memorial Library was completed this summer, and it has been wonderful to see these new spaces come to life this term. The redesign of the entrance and outdoor areas, featuring cobbled pathways and beautifully landscaped gardens, has brought the school’s buildings closer together … Read more
Last week, Senior School students who have been rewarded at least 20 positive house points were invited to attend a rewards tea. Congratulations to those students – you’ve done yourselves, your parents and the school proud. You are all an absolute pleasure to teach!
