Schools in Tonypandy
There are 8 schools in Tonypandy on the Welsh Government's official address list of schools, including 7 primary and 0 secondary schools, under Rhondda Cynon Taf local authority. Every name links to the school's official record (data retrieved 14 June 2026).
A register, not an admissions guide
Primary schools in Tonypandy (7)
- Alaw Primary SchoolNursery, Infants & Juniors · CF40 2UU
- Cwmclydach Community Primary SchoolNursery, Infants & Juniors · CF40 2BQ
- LLWYNYPIA PRIMARY SCHOOLNursery, Infants & Juniors · CF40 2HL
- Pontrhondda Primary SchoolInfants & Juniors · CF40 2SZ
- S.S.Gabriel and Raphael PrimNursery, Infants & Juniors · CF40 1BJ
- TREALAW COUNTY PRIMARY SCHOOLNursery, Infants & Juniors · CF40 2QW
- WILLIAMSTOWN PRIMARYNursery, Infants & Juniors · CF40 1AG
All-through schools in Tonypandy (1)
- Ysgol NantgwynMiddle (ages 3-16) · CF40 1HQ
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Frequently asked questions
How many schools are there in Tonypandy?
The Welsh Government's official address list of schools lists 8 open schools with a Tonypandy address (as of 14 June 2026), including 7 primary and 0 secondary schools. Schools open, close and convert over time, so always check the official record for the latest position.
Does living in Tonypandy guarantee a place at these schools?
No. Each school's admissions are governed by its own policy and the local authority's coordinated process. Distance is often a tie-breaker behind criteria like siblings, faith and catchment, so being nearby helps but never guarantees a place. Always check the school's current admissions policy and last year's cut-off distance.
Where does this list come from?
Every school on this page comes from the Welsh Government's official address list of schools, retrieved on 14 June 2026. Each name links to the school's official record, which is the place to verify details before relying on them.
How do I check the distance from a home to a school in Tonypandy?
Use our free Find Schools Near a Postcode tool to see every school within a chosen radius of a postcode, or the School Distance Calculator to measure a specific home-to-school distance. Both use straight-line distance, which is a planning aid — local authorities may measure differently for admissions.