First set of classroom extensions completed at Rhuddlan school

The first set of classroom extensions at Ysgol y Castell in Rhuddlan have recently been completed on schedule.

Classroom after the new extension.

This first step has seen the completion of extensions on the first two classrooms, which are now in use by the pupils.

Work has now commenced with the strip out of the next two classrooms, ready for those to be extended.

The extensions will provide 16 square metres of addition classroom space in all four of the classrooms, producing a total extension of 64 square metres for pupil use and will see updated learning facilities added at the same time.

All external works such as creating access to the playground, the external render of all four classrooms, installation of solar panels and upgrades to the school hall will be completed by Winter 2026.

This project is being delivered by BrynBuild Ltd.

It is 65% match funded by the Welsh Government, through its Sustainable Communities for Learning Programme, with the remaining 35% of funding primarily coming from a developer’s contribution provided by the Tirionfa housing development in Rhuddlan.

Extended classroom.

Geraint Davies, Head of Education at Denbighshire County Council said:

“I am delighted to see that the first phase of this project has now complete, and that the first two classrooms of this project are now in use by the pupils.

This is a long-awaited scheme, which is bringing updated facilities and much needed additional space for four classrooms at the school.”

Sara Tate, Headteacher at Ysgol y Castell said:

“We are delighted with the completion of the first phase of our new classroom extensions. The additional space and modern design have created brighter, more welcoming learning areas that are already enhancing day-to-day teaching and learning for both pupils and staff.

We look forward to the continued transformation, ensuring the very best opportunities for all pupils at Ysgol y Castell.”