School founded in 1853 on site of and incorporating some remains of, St Nicholas Priory which was later a secular college. The school chapel is the former chancel of the Priory Church (NPRN 301834).

The school has expanded across several properties in Llanfaes including:
the Bridgend Hotel (NPRN 25113)
Nos. 67-70 Orchard Street (NPRN 25966-7)
Orchard House (NPRN 25965).

John Wiles 15.03.07