Schools in Pontypool
There are 13 schools in Pontypool on the Welsh Government's official address list of schools, including 9 primary and 3 secondary schools, under Torfaen 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 Pontypool (9)
- Cwmffrwdoer PrimaryNursery, Infants & Juniors · NP4 6QZ
- Garnteg PrimaryNursery, Infants & Juniors · NP4 7SJ
- George Street Primary SchoolNursery, Infants & Juniors · NP4 6BX
- Griffithstown Primary SchoolNursery, Infants & Juniors · NP4 5DN
- New Inn Primary SchoolNursery, Infants & Juniors · NP4 0NG
- Padre Pio RC Primary SchoolInfants & Juniors · NP4 6HL
- Penygarn Community Primary SchoolNursery, Infants & Juniors · NP4 8JR
- YSGOL BRYN ONNENInfants & Juniors · NP4 7RT
- Ysgol PantegNursery, Infants & Juniors · NP4 5HP
Secondary schools in Pontypool (3)
- Abersychan ComprehensiveSecondary (ages 11-16) · NP4 7DF
- St. Albans R.C. High SchoolSecondary (ages 11-16) · NP4 6XG
- West Monmouth SchoolSecondary (ages 11-16) · NP4 5YG
All-through schools in Pontypool (1)
- Ysgol Gymraeg GwynllywMiddle (ages 3-19) · NP4 8JD
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Frequently asked questions
How many schools are there in Pontypool?
The Welsh Government's official address list of schools lists 13 open schools with a Pontypool address (as of 14 June 2026), including 9 primary and 3 secondary schools. Schools open, close and convert over time, so always check the official record for the latest position.
Does living in Pontypool 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 Pontypool?
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.