We enjoyed a glorious day at La Granja de San Ildefonso on Thursday 10th September for our annual Sixth Form Summit. Set in the foothills of the Sierra de Guadarrama, La Granja provided a spectacular setting for the day. The Royal Palace was built in the eighteenth century by Philip V, Spain’s first Bourbon king, … Read more
Dear Parents, It is wonderful having you and you children back at school. Although you won’t know this, your children and you make all the difference for those of us who work here: the school feels very empty when you are all on holiday! What I particularly like about this time of year is that … Read more
After 26 years of dedicated service to Runnymede College, Mr Walter has retired, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy. For more than two decades, Jon inspired generations of pupils through his passion for History, his unwavering commitment to academic excellence and the exceptionally high standards he set, both as a teacher and as Head of Department. … Read more
Last week, we celebrated the graduation of the Runnymede College Class of 2026, marking the culmination of years of hard work, determination and achievement. In his address, Headmaster Frank Powell reflected on the values that have always defined a Runnymede education: academic excellence, intellectual freedom, and the courage to think independently. He reminded our graduates … Read more
What an unforgettable day of fun, community and celebration! From thrilling water slides and attractions to colourful face painting, exciting tombola prizes and traditional funfair games, there was something for everyone to enjoy. Families came together to cheer on the competitors in the fiercely contested Parents’ Football Tournament for the Headmaster’s Cup, while visitors enjoyed … Read more
Our annual Prize Giving is always a special occasion, bringing together pupils, parents and staff to celebrate achievement and reflect on the values that define our school.In his address, the Headmaster reminded us that excellence remains at the heart of everything we do. Academic excellence opens doors and creates opportunities, but it is built on … Read more
Runnymede College is delighted to announce the return of its Model United Nations conference, taking place from 2–4 October 2026 at our campus in Madrid. Following the success of our inaugural conference in 2025, Runnymede MUN 2026 will once again bring together students from across Spain and beyond for a weekend of diplomacy, debate, and … Read more
Runnymede College in The Times this morning: https://www.thetimes.com/world/europe/article/beckhams-big-business-spain-last-british-school-79pzh286x
As our Year 11 and Year 13 pupils are immersed in their IGCSE and A Level examinations, we take a moment to reflect on and celebrate the outstanding success of last year’s cohort: Highest Mark in the World in A Level Geography Highest Mark in Europe in A Level Mathematics Highest Mark in Spain in … Read more
Last week, 13 Runnymede Prep School golfers took on 40 other IAPS schools in the IAPS Golf Championships held on the Avening Course at Minchinhampton Golf Club. Conditions were great for challenging golf – lots of sun and even more wind! They all made their way round the 18 hole course on both days with … Read more