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Best Boarding Schools in Yorkshire and The Humber

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  • Queen Ethelburga's College

    Queen Ethelburga's College is a prestigious all-through co-ed boarding school located in Yorkshire and The Humber. With a rich history dating back to 1912, the school offers a nurturing and inclusive environment for students aged 2-19. With a range of academic, music, drama, and sports scholarships available, Queen Ethelburga's College is committed to providing excellent education and support to its diverse student body. With impressive exam results and a focus on individualized support, parents can trust that their child will receive a high-quality education at this renowned institution.
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  • St James' School

    St James' School is a co-ed Church of England boarding school in North East Lincolnshire. With a small student body of 66, the school focuses on nurturing relationships and providing a remarkable education. They offer a dynamic curriculum from ages 2 to 18, with opportunities for students to follow their passions. With a commitment to inclusivity and support for students with SEN, St James' School aims to educate and future-proof their students with qualifications, character development, and core values.
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  • Woodhouse Grove School

    Woodhouse Grove School is a co-ed all-through boarding school located in Apperley Bridge, Rawdon, Yorkshire and The Humber. With a strong emphasis on academic excellence, the school offers a range of scholarships and discounts to support students. With a dedicated SEN support team, the school ensures individualized attention for students with special educational needs. The school has a rich history, being founded in 1980, and offers a nurturing environment for children aged 3-18. With an average EBacc point score of 0.97 and a high percentage of students achieving AAB or higher at A-level, Woodhouse Grove School aims to provide a well-rounded education that prepares students for their future success.
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  • Pocklington School

    Pocklington School is a co-ed Anglican boarding school located in Yorkshire. With a history dating back to 1980, the school offers a comprehensive education for students aged 2-18. It prides itself on its strong academic curriculum and offers various scholarships and discounts. Pocklington School has a nurturing environment and a commitment to SEN support. Its exam results, including the average EBacc point score and A-level achievements, reflect the dedication to academic excellence.
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  • St Peter's School (Inc St Olaves and Clifton Pre-Prep)

    St Peter's School (Inc St Olaves and Clifton Pre-Prep) is a co-educational Church of England all-through school located in Clifton, York. With a history dating back to 1945, the school offers a nurturing environment that caters to students aged 2-18 years. Boasting a diverse range of scholarships, including choral and music scholarships, as well as Sixth Form scholarships, the school provides ample opportunities for academic and artistic development. With a student population of 1,236, including a nursery and sixth form, St Peter's School is committed to supporting students with Special Educational Needs, with 8.5% of students receiving SEN support. The school achieved impressive A-level results in 2019, with 54.50% of students achieving AAB or higher, and an average points score of 45.97 for the best three subjects. St Peter's School aims to provide an inclusive and enriching educational experience for all students.
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  • Bootham School

    Bootham School is a prestigious Quaker boarding school located in York, Yorkshire and The Humber. With a rich history dating back to 1907, the school offers an all-through education for students aged 3-18. It prides itself on academic excellence, offering scholarships and bursaries to support students. With a diverse student body and a supportive SEN program, Bootham School ensures every child receives a quality education. Its impressive exam results demonstrate the school's commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals who achieve their full potential.
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  • Scarborough College

    Scarborough College is an all-through co-educational boarding school located in Scarborough, Yorkshire and The Humber. With a history dating back to 1932, the school offers a comprehensive education for students aged 3-18. It boasts a strong academic reputation, offering various scholarships and bursaries. The school values individuality and provides a nurturing environment for students to thrive in both academics and extracurricular activities.
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  • Ackworth School

    Ackworth School is a Quaker co-ed boarding school located in Ackworth, Yorkshire and The Humber. With a history dating back to 1979, the school offers a comprehensive all-through education for students aged 2-20 years. The school prides itself on providing a nurturing environment and offers a range of scholarships and discounts. With a student population of 510, including a significant percentage of students with SEN support, Ackworth School strives for academic excellence and achieved an EBacc average point score of 3.16 in 2019. Additionally, their A-level results showed 9.70% of students achieving AAB or higher, with an average points score of 31.83 from the best 3 subjects. Ackworth School is committed to supporting students in their educational journey and offers a variety of options to meet each student's needs.
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  • Rishworth School

    Rishworth School, established in 1911, is a co-ed boarding school located in Ripponden, Yorkshire. With a total of 730 students ranging from ages 3 to 19, the school offers a comprehensive education from nursery to sixth form. It provides various scholarships and discounts, nurturing academic, choral, drama, music, and sports talents. The school's impressive exam results reflect its commitment to student achievement, with an average EBacc score of 4.31 at KS4 and a 15% A-level success rate of achieving AAB or higher in 2019.
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  • Fulneck School

    Fulneck School, founded in 1919, is an all-through co-ed boarding school located in Fulneck, Pudsey. With a strong focus on academic excellence, the school offers a range of scholarships and awards to support students in their learning journey. It also provides support for students with special educational needs, catering to approximately 22% of the student population. With a nurturing and inclusive environment, Fulneck School is committed to providing a well-rounded education for students aged 3-19, helping them thrive academically and personally.
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  • Queen Margaret's School

    Queen Margaret's School is an independent boarding and day school for girls aged 10-18 in Escrick, Yorkshire. With a strong Anglican ethos, the school provides a nurturing environment for students, with a focus on student wellbeing. The school offers a range of academic and extracurricular opportunities, and has achieved impressive exam results, with a 31.10% of students achieving AAB or higher in A-levels. With a dedicated SEN support program, Queen Margaret's School ensures that every student receives the support they need to thrive.
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  • Aysgarth School

    Aysgarth School, located in Newton-le-Willows, is a co-educational boarding school founded in 1922. With a strong focus on academic, artistic, and athletic development, Aysgarth offers a nurturing and inclusive environment for students aged 2-14 years. The school provides various scholarships and discounts, along with support for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ensuring every child receives personalized attention and opportunities to thrive.
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  • Terrington Hall School

    Terrington Hall School is an independent coeducational prep school located in Terrington, York. With a caring and focused environment, we offer excellent all-around education for boys and girls aged 3 to 13. Our students have access to a range of opportunities in sports, music, art, and drama, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.
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  • St John's Catholic School for the Deaf (Boston Spa)

    St John's Catholic School for the Deaf in Boston Spa is an all-through co-ed school catering to students aged 3-19. With a total student population of 55, including a nursery and sixth form, the school offers a supportive and inclusive environment for students with hearing impairments and multi-sensory impairments. The school prioritizes the personal development and good behavior of its students. Although the overall effectiveness and quality of education require improvement according to Ofsted, the sixth-form provision is rated as good. The school boasts a diverse student body, with 12.50% of students having English as a second language. Additionally, 11% of students are eligible for free school meals. St John's Catholic School for the Deaf aims to provide a nurturing and inclusive education for deaf students, ensuring they have equal opportunities to succeed academically and socially.
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  • Doncaster School for the Deaf

    Doncaster School for the Deaf is a thriving all-through school providing high-quality education for students aged 4-19. With a focus on supporting students with hearing impairments, the school offers a secure and safe environment where pupils can thrive. The school has been rated Good by Ofsted, with outstanding behavior and safety of pupils. With strong leadership and exemplary relationships between staff and students, parents can trust that their child will receive a high standard of teaching and support at Doncaster School for the Deaf.
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  • Stafford Hall

    Stafford Hall is a co-educational secondary boarding school located in Halifax, Calderdale. With a small class size of only 20 students, the school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment for students aged 11-19. Led by Mr Amran Suleman, the school has a good quality of education, with students achieving GCSE grades 4 or higher. The school focuses on promoting positive behaviour and attitudes, as well as the personal development of each student. While the leadership and management require improvement, the school meets the independent school standards.
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  • Henshaws College

    Henshaws College is a reputable and inclusive boarding school located in Harrogate, Yorkshire. With a focus on 16-24 year olds with moderate learning difficulties, the college provides a good overall education, including quality teaching, personal development, and provision for learners with high needs. It aims to empower individuals with disabilities, promote independence, and support them in achieving their goals.
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  • Freeman College

    Freeman College is a co-ed boarding school in Sheffield, offering education for students aged 16-25. With a focus on autism, mental health, and moderate learning difficulties, the school provides outstanding support for students' personal development and behavior. The school's good overall effectiveness and high-quality education make it an excellent choice for parents.
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  • Linkage College

    Linkage College is a co-educational college situated in North East Lincolnshire. Established in 2006, it offers specialized education for students aged 16 to 25 with severe learning difficulties. With a dedicated headteacher and a focus on providing residential accommodation, it provides a nurturing environment for students to thrive.
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  • Communication Specialist College - Doncaster

    Communication Specialist College - Doncaster provides a high-quality education for 16-25 year olds, with a focus on communication skills. Learners make good progress and receive effective safeguarding measures. Highly skilled staff, good facilities, and effective careers guidance ensure a positive learning environment.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Yorkshire and The Humber has 43 boarding schools that serve 12,960 students for the school year 2023/24.
There are 2 primary & 34 secondary boarding schools in Yorkshire and The Humber.

There are 25 private schools that offer boarding in Yorkshire and The Humber.
Average fee is £3,625.61.

Yes, there are 5 girls boarding schools.
Queen Mary's School is one of the best boarding schools for girls.

Yes, there are 4 boys boarding schools.
Breckenbrough School is one of the best boarding schools for boys.

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