We are delighted to announce that the 2026 Runnymede Summer School will take place from 29 June to 17 July 2026. This year, we are offering four outstanding programmes designed to inspire and challenge pupils across all age groups: Pre-Prep Summer SchoolA fun and stimulating programme led by our Pre-Prep teachers in English, featuring music, … Read more
We are thrilled to share the outstanding university offers our pupils have received so far, spanning the UK, US, Spain, Switzerland and the Netherlands. UK Success:Over half of our offers are from the top 10 UK universities (according to the Times rankings). Highlights include: University of Oxford: 4 offersImperial College London: 2 offersUniversity of Bath: … Read more
Last week pupils from the Senior School wowed large audiences with their performance of Grease: School Edition. With an incredible cast of actors, singers and dancers, a huge live orchestra, and a professional backstage crew, the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll transformed Runnymede College into Rydell High. A huge congratulations to all participants, including many … Read more
We are very much looking forward to the forthcoming Old Runnymedian Luncheon in London, to be held at the Royal Thames Yacht Club. As ever, OR lunches are a chance to reconnect — to reminisce about school days and life in Madrid, to renew friendships with contemporaries, and to meet Old Runnymedians from different generations … Read more
Experience the timeless story of teenage love, friendship, and the rhythm of rock ‘n’ roll. Runnymede College proudly presents Grease: School Edition — a musical celebration of the 1950s that will leave you singing all the way home. Hit songs from Grease include “Greased Lightnin’“, “Hopelessly Devoted”, “You’re The One That I Want”, “Grease is … Read more
It gives us enormous pleasure to announce that four of our Year 13 pupils have been offered places at the University of Oxford to read: Physics and Philosophy; Classics; History and Biological Sciences. This consolidates Runnymede College’s track record as the leading school in Oxford admissions in Spain. Our congratulations to the pupils, their teachers and … Read more
On the final day of term, we had the honour of welcoming former Runnymede College parent, Mr Luis Figo, to campus to officially inaugurate our new sports facilities. Mr Figo was welcomed by a guard of honour formed by pupils and staff, whose enthusiastic applause accompanied him as he walked onto the centre of the … Read more
We are very proud to announce our Headmaster, Frank Powell, has been made Académico Correspondiente of the Academia de la Diplomacia del Reino de España.
Our 2025 Christmas Showcase was a truly communal celebration, showcasing pupils from the Pre-Prep, Prep and Senior Schools, as well as lots of parents and staff. Poignant piano solos and acoustic ensemble performances were contrasted with rousing choral and orchestral numbers. Pupils in the Drama Club of Ms Revie and Ms Robinson wowed the audience … Read more
What a performance from Team Runnymede Athletics at the Cross Constitución Alcobendas last weekend! 78 athletes took part, and we are proud to celebrate the following podium finishes: Minis 2020: Carlos G. – 1st Sub-8 (Girls): Sofía G. – 1st Sub-10 (Girls): Artemis B. – 3rd Sub-10 (Boys): Pelayo C. – 2nd Sub-12 (Girls): Laura M. – 2nd Sub-12 (Boys): … Read more