01-05-2025
Construction of hydrotherapy pool at Rhyl school begins
The construction of the 19ft hydrotherapy pool at Ysgol Tir Morfa has begun and will be situated within the school grounds in a standalone building.
The facility will be used by pupils for hydrotherapy sessions.
Councillor Diane King, lead member for education, children and families, said: "The start of these works signifies a big step in the kind of developments within schools that we are undertaking here in Denbighshire, with this exciting new project being the first of its kind in the County.
"This new facility will provide pupils with a modern, high-quality offering, which will be specifically designed and tailored to their needs.
"I am pleased to see the construction phase has now begun, which has seen a lot of background work being undertaken to get to this stage."
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The project, designed by the council's in-house architecture team, is the first of its kind for a Denbighshire school.
Mold-based Bryn Build Ltd has been appointed as the main contractor, with completion expected by autumn 2025.
The project is being funded by the school through its own fundraising efforts, alongside Additional Learning Needs grant funding from the Welsh Government.
Susan Roberts, headteacher at Ysgol Tir Morfa, said: "We are really excited to see the long-awaited build of our hydrotherapy pool.
"Having access to this wonderful hydrotherapy facility will offer our pupils a range of excellent additional benefits, supporting their physical and well-being development.
"We really appreciate the support from families and the local community with all the numerous fundraising events that have enabled us to further develop provision at our wonderful school."
