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Best Boarding Schools in North West

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  • #1 in Best Boarding Schools in North West

    Hebden Green Community School

    Hebden Green Community School is an outstanding all-through co-educational boarding school, located in Winsford, North West. With a student teacher ratio of 6:1, the school provides exceptional support and education for students aged 2-19 with a range of special educational needs. The school's exceptional leadership, outstanding academic achievements, and comprehensive support for social, emotional, and mental health make it an ideal choice for parents seeking a nurturing and inclusive environment for their children.
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  • Cloughwood Academy

    Cloughwood Academy is a boarding school for boys located in Hartford, North West. With a student-teacher ratio of 6:1, our dedicated teachers provide exceptional support and a strong culture of reading. Our focus on personal development and wider experiences ensures that students thrive socially, emotionally, and academically. We have effective safeguarding arrangements and manageable staff workload. Join us to be a part of our passionate vision for education.
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  • Greenbank School

    Greenbank School is a secondary school located in Hartford, North West. With a student-teacher ratio of 7:1, the school provides a nurturing environment and maintains high standards of education. The school offers a comprehensive range of careers guidance and has a strong focus on student attendance and monitoring. With an emphasis on effective safeguarding and strong relationships with parents, Greenbank School strives to prepare students for their future by fostering positive attitudes towards learning and encouraging informed decision-making.
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  • #8 in Best Boarding Schools in North West

    Sabden Primary School

    Sabden Primary School is a well-rounded and supportive learning community located in Blackrod, North West. With an average score of 107 in maths and 108 in reading, our dedicated teachers ensure that students achieve academic excellence. Our inclusive environment promotes diversity and encourages students to reach their full potential. With a strong emphasis on safety and a good overall grade, parents can trust that their children are receiving a quality education at Sabden Primary School.
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  • St Bees School

    St Bees School is a co-educational boarding school located in St Bees, North West. With a welcoming environment and vigilant staff, the school ensures the safety and well-being of its students. Offering a range of interesting experiences and a strong focus on physical and outdoor education, St Bees School provides an enthusiastic and motivated learning environment. However, parents should be aware that limited opportunities for art and music, as well as a limited understanding of different faiths and cultures, may impact their child's education. Additionally, pupils who require extra help may experience sporadic progress, and there are no established systems to support personal development needs. Technological skills development is also less emphasized. Overall, St Bees School promotes a good overall effectiveness, leadership, teaching, learning, assessment, personal development, behavior, welfare, and outcomes for students.
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  • #7 in Best Boarding Schools in North West

    West Kirby Residential School

    West Kirby Residential School is an outstanding all-through boarding school located in West Kirby, Wirral. With a strong focus on supporting students with ASD and SEMH, the school provides a safe and relaxed environment where pupils feel trusted and supported. The curriculum is broad, balanced, and ambitious, ensuring that every student is well-prepared for their next steps. The dedicated staff, along with effective safeguarding arrangements, make this school an excellent choice for parents seeking a high-quality education for their children.
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  • Rawdhatul Ilm Wal Huda

    Rawdhatul Ilm Wal Huda is an all-girls boarding school located in Blackburn with Darwen. Founded in 2022, the school offers education for students aged 11-25 years old. With a dedicated and experienced headteacher, Aysha Ahmed, the school provides a nurturing and empowering environment for girls to excel academically and personally. The school also has a sixth form and a student population of 450, ensuring a focused and supportive learning community.
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  • #3 in Best Boarding Schools in North West

    Archers Brook SEMH Residential School

    Archers Brook SEMH Residential School is a safe and caring learning environment located in Great Sutton, Cheshire West and Chester. With an outstanding emphasis on personal development, the school provides strong relationships between teachers, support staff, and pupils. The school offers a broad range of learning experiences and skilled support for positive behavior. However, some teaching needs improvement for challenging the most able pupils. Overall, Archers Brook SEMH Residential School provides an excellent education for students with social, emotional, and mental health needs.
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  • Royal School for the Blind (Liverpool)

    Royal School for the Blind (Liverpool) is an outstanding all-through co-ed boarding school located in Wavertree, Liverpool. With a total student population of 81, the school provides a high-quality education to pupils aged 2-19 years with visual and hearing impairments. Led by Mrs Vicki Dwyer, the school is known for its exceptional teaching, focus on wider development, and effective safeguarding arrangements. With an outstanding Ofsted rating and impressive exam results, Royal School for the Blind is an ideal choice for parents seeking a safe and nurturing environment for their children's education.
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  • Abrar Academy

    Abrar Academy is a boys' secondary boarding school located in Preston. With a positive school ethos and a track record of high pupil attainment, parents can be confident in their child's education. The school offers an effective sixth form and well-cared for and supported boarding provision. However, some areas for improvement include out-of-date information for parents and inconsistent record keeping. Overall, Abrar Academy provides a nurturing environment for boys to develop academically and personally.
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  • Underley Garden School

    Underley Garden School is an outstanding all-through co-ed boarding school in Kirkby Lonsdale. With a strong focus on individual needs and support, the school provides a safe and nurturing environment for students aged 5-19 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder, Severe Learning Difficulty, and other disabilities. Led by Miss April Boyd, the dedicated staff work tirelessly to help each pupil achieve their best, resulting in excellent exam results and positive feedback from parents. With an outstanding Ofsted rating and a broad tailored curriculum, Underley Garden School is the ideal choice for parents seeking a supportive and high-quality education for their children.
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  • Abbey School for Exceptional Children

    Abbey School for Exceptional Children is a co-educational boarding school located in Chester, Cheshire West and Chester. With a total of 38 students, the school provides exceptional education for children aged 4 to 19. Led by the dedicated Dr Katy Lee, the school has been praised for its good overall effectiveness, quality of education, behaviour and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. It meets the independent school standards and offers a nurturing environment for students to excel.
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  • High Peak School

    High Peak School, located in Disley, North West, is a co-educational boarding school with a focus on providing a high-quality education for students aged 7 to 18. Led by Headteacher Ms Rachel Boylan, the school has consistently demonstrated good overall effectiveness, as recognized by Ofsted. With a small class size of 90 students, including those with SEN support, High Peak School ensures personalized attention and a nurturing learning environment. Parents can trust in the school's commitment to the personal development and academic success of their children.
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  • Nugent House School

    Nugent House School is a co-ed boarding school in Billinge, offering education, care, and therapy for students aged 7-19 with social, emotional, and mental health challenges. With a good Ofsted rating and a focus on personal development, the school provides a safe and disciplined environment where students can succeed academically and personally. Supported by expert assistance, students learn to respect and care for others while developing social skills and preparing for adult life.
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  • Oversands School

    Oversands School is a co-ed boarding school located in Witherslack, North West. With a history dating back to 1973, the school offers a middle deemed secondary education for students aged 8-19. Led by Mr Edward Sherratt, the school has a good Ofsted rating and excels in providing support for students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. With a small student body of 71, Oversands School focuses on close ties between home and learning to ensure each young person achieves their best. Exam results show a strong commitment to student progress and development.
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  • Royal School, Manchester

    Royal School, Manchester is a co-ed boarding school located in Cheadle Hulme, Stockport. With Mrs Emma Houldcroft as the headteacher, the school offers an all-through education for students aged 4-19. The school prides itself on its small class sizes, with a total of 60 students, providing personalized attention to each child. With a diverse student population and a low percentage of students with English as their second language, Royal School ensures an inclusive and supportive environment. The school has a strong focus on special educational needs, with 6.3% of students receiving SEN support. Additionally, the school boasts excellent exam results, with a high percentage of students achieving GCSE grade 4 or higher. Royal School, Manchester is the ideal choice for parents seeking a nurturing and academically successful education for their children.
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  • St Vincent's School - A Specialist School for Sensory Impairment and Other Needs

    St Vincent's School - A Specialist School for Sensory Impairment and Other Needs is an outstanding all-through co-educational boarding school located in Liverpool. With a clear vision for pupils' success in adulthood, this school provides exceptional education and support for students with visual impairment, speech and communication difficulties, autistic spectrum disorder, and multi-sensory impairment. The school maintains outstanding quality of education, ensuring pupils make outstanding progress and achieve excellent exam results. With effective safeguarding procedures and a harmonious learning environment, St Vincent's School is a top choice for parents seeking a nurturing and inclusive educational experience for their children.
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  • Wings School

    Wings School is a co-educational boarding school located in Whassett, Milnthorpe. Founded in 2003, it provides education for students aged 10-17 with a focus on supporting those with Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD). With a small class size of 50 students, Wings School offers a nurturing environment for personal development and outstanding behaviour and attitudes. The school has been rated as 'Good' by Ofsted, ensuring the quality of education provided. With a high percentage of students receiving SEN support, Wings School is dedicated to meeting the individual needs of every child.
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  • David Lewis School

    David Lewis School is a co-ed middle deemed secondary school located in Little Warford, North West. With a solid reputation and an outstanding leadership team, the school ensures the individual needs of its 91 students are met effectively. The excellent safeguarding measures and good overall effectiveness make it a reliable choice for parents seeking education for their children with complex needs.
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  • Appletree School

    Appletree School, founded in 1996, is a co-ed boarding school located in Natland, North West LA9 7QS. With a focus on Social, Emotional and Mental Health support, the school provides a quality education for students aged 6-12 years. The school has a good overall effectiveness, as highlighted by Ofsted, and prioritizes the personal development and well-being of its students.
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Frequently Asked Questions

North West has 49 boarding schools that serve 12,946 students for the school year 2023/24.
There are 5 primary & 37 secondary boarding schools in North West.

There are 19 private schools that offer boarding in North West.
Average fee is £3,252.38.

Yes, there are 2 girls boarding schools.
Rawdhatul Ilm Wal Huda is one of the best boarding schools for girls.

Yes, there are 6 boys boarding schools.
Darul Uloom Al Arabiya Al Islamiya is one of the best boarding schools for boys.

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