Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School

Archbishop McGrath Catholic High School is a mixed secondary school for students aged 11 to 18, located on Oak Tree Way, Brackla, Bridgend, South Wales. Originally built in the 1960s, the school was rebuilt in a new modern building in 2011 after a fire damaged the original facilities. The new building has won multiple architecture awards, including the Gold Medal for Architecture at the National Eisteddfod of Wales in 2012. The school serves the wider Bridgend community and welcomes pupils from all backgrounds, fostering a supportive Christian environment inspired by Gospel values. It is known for its strong academic performance, particularly in GCSE, vocational, and A-level results, consistently ranking in the top 25% nationally. The school also emphasizes Welsh heritage and culture and has a reputation for talented musicians.