History of the School

Ffynone House School opened in September 1973.  Its founder was Mr Marshall David, a local businessman who wished to extend opportunities for independent education in the Swansea area.

The school occupies a prime site in the residential area of Uplands, Swansea, close to all the city's facilities and amenities.  The Grade II listed main building was completed in the Dutch architectural style and occupied from 1887-1969 by St Winifrede's Convent School.  Some attractive decorative features from this period serve as a reminder of the building's history. Ffynone House takes its name from the Welsh word "ffynnon" meaning "spring" and a natural water source runs alongside the building.

Ffynone House School - Academic Excellence

In its thirty-five year history the school has earned a reputation for academic excellence.  Examination results have been consistently high, both at GCSE and A level.  In addition, pride has always been taken in developing the whole child through dedicated pastoral care and a wide range of extra-curricular activities.

Following the sudden death of Mr Marshall David, the school became a charitable trust.  The premises were renovated and new classrooms created to accommodate growing pupil numbers.

Cognita Schools

The School has been fortunate in its selection of inspirational leaders, who have shaped its dual ethos of academic rigour and personal development.  The school's present Headteacher, Mrs Nicola Walker, is actively pursuing an exciting new phase in the school's history, following its acquisition by the Cognita Schools Group in 2007.

From September 2009, the school will provide exclusively secondary education from ages 11-18.  Recent investment has seen improved facilities and opportunities for pupils, including an ICT suite and enhanced Sixth Form accommodation.  Ongoing investment promises an exciting future for a school which has always endeavoured to secure the

"Best for your child, best from your child".

Headteachers:

Mrs A Jackson 1973-1983

Rev H Jones 1983-1984

Mr J R Thomas 1984-2004

Mrs E Jones 2004-2008

Mrs N Walker 2009 - current