Bootham School

A other independent school school in York. Explore Ofsted ratings, admissions information, and performance data for Bootham School.

York, YO307BU Age 2-19 Mixed intake
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Primary schools

  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 40.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Secondary schools

  • Progress 8 score 40.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

All-through schools

  • Progress 8 score 25.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils meeting expected standard 20.0%
  • KS2 pupils exceeding expected standard 15.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Secondary with Sixth Form schools

  • Progress 8 score 20.0%
  • English & Maths grade 4+ % 20.0%
  • Continue in education or training 20.0%
  • Sustained employment 20.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 20.0%

Sixth Form Only schools

  • Continue in education or training 40.0%
  • Sustained employment 30.0%
  • Ofsted inspection outcome 30.0%

Special schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Alternative Provision schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

Independent schools

  • Ofsted inspection outcome 100.0%

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Contact Information

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Source: GIAS
Address
51 Bootham
York, YO307BU

Location

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School Information

Basic details and characteristics

Source: GIAS
URN
121722
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Independent
Address
51 Bootham, York, YO30 7BU
Age range
2-19
Gender
Mixed
Religious character
Quaker
School status
Open
Capacity
750 pupils
Setting
Urban: Nearer to a major town or city
Sixth Form
Yes
Nursery
Yes

School Performance Data

Official government statistics

Source: DfE

School Demographics

Total Pupils
665
Special Educational Needs
0.5% (3 pupils)

Calculated Fields

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Class Size Information

Average Class Size
18 pupils
Excellent
Pupils per Year Group
37
Average across all year groups
Total School Size
665 pupils
2-19

Subjects This School Excels At

Subjects where students perform significantly above national average

English Literature (GCE A level)
(6 students)
Chinese (GCE A level)
(6 students)
D&T Product Design (GCE A level)
(14 students)
Psychology (GCE A level)
(12 students)
Study Skills (Extended Project (Diploma))
(17 students)

Strong performance in 5 subjects

From the School Website

Information extracted from the school's own website

Source: School Website

Ethos & Values

That of God within everyone (Quaker ethos) Positive contribution to the community and respect for Quaker values Integrity, kindness and respect Wholehearted commitment to high standards Truth and honesty; peaceful conflict resolution Ambition to improve the world for others

Bootham is a Quaker School. Its purpose is to liberate its young people, equipping them to flourish as adults and to live adventurous lives that will serve to create a better world.

Head Teacher's Message

Bootham is not a typical private school; it emphasises personalised pastoral care, a broad range of opportunities beyond academics, and aims to foster lifelong motivation and individuality within a clear Quaker ethos.

Extracurriculars

Clubs

kayaking knitting dance chess art

Sports

swimming gymnastics dance judo short tennis basketball

Facilities

Health Centre on-site GP surgery sessions in school Forest School outdoor area Outdoor Education area Playing fields at Rawcliffe Tennis courts Sports hall School Hall Two drama studios Auditorium (in the art and music building) Music rooms Library In-house catering/kitchens Boarding houses (girls and boys) On-site nurse team (The Lodge) Wi‑Fi

Curriculum Highlights

Lower School (Year 7) subjects include English, Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geography, History, Classics, French, Spanish, Philosophy & Religious Education, Music, Design Technology, Computer Science, PE, Art, Drama, PSHE Middle School (Year 8) adds Latin or Classics; languages include French, Spanish; PE and PSHE Upper School (Year 9) includes English, Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, French, German or Spanish, Latin or Classics, Geography, History, Philosophy & Religious Education, Art, Drama, Music, Design Technology, Computer Science, Careers, PSHE Seniors (Years 10-11) GCSE structure with core English Language and Literature, Maths, and Science; option baskets in Creative/Practical, Languages, and Humanities; possible Curriculum Support or EAL College (Years 12-13) three A Levels, EPQ, 50 hours of service; option to take a fourth A Level and short challenge courses (e.g., First Aid, Cookery, Programming, Art History) Duke of Edinburgh Award available (Bronze, Silver, Gold) Trips and Visits (local to international) Extensive Activity Programme (over 100 activities per week) Strong emphasis on performing and creative arts alongside traditional subjects

Wraparound Care

Breakfast Club: Yes After-School Care: Yes

Before School Care is offered from 8.00am; a continental style breakfast is available in the library between 7.30am and 8.00am; After School Care runs from 3.00pm to 6.00pm on school days with light snacks at 5.00pm; both Before and After School Care can be used regularly or ad-hoc.

SEND Provision

The health and wellbeing provisions include an on-site Health Centre with GP sessions, a school counsellor, and nutrition-aware catering; wellbeing guidance is provided via dedicated guidance documents.

Admissions Criteria

Junior/Senior admissions involve the School’s own Entrance Assessments for Years 7 and 9; College (Sixth Form) entry requires a minimum of seven GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (or six GCSEs with three at Grade 6 or higher), including Maths and English Language. Places are offered based on predicted grades and are confirmed after GCSE results; visits/open days and a report from the current school are requested as part of the process.

Financial Information

Scholarships: Available Bursaries: Available

Registration: Junior £60; Senior £90. Acceptance: Junior £90; Senior £420. Overseas deposits apply on acceptance. Sibling discounts: 25% off for the third child and subsequent children. Junior School Fees (per term): Nursery £2,997.50; Reception £3,325; Years 1-2 £3,900; Years 3-4 £4,915; Years 5-6 £5,315; Years 7-8 £7,700; Years 9-13 £8,550. Boarding Pupil Fees (per term): Years 7-8 £9,435; Years 9-13 £14,915; International Boarding £10,340 or £16,035; Weekly Boarding £9,435 or £13,595; Part-Weekly Boarding £9,435 (2 nights) or £11,830 (3 nights) or £10,120 (2 nights). The boarding fee is inclusive of tuition; VAT applies to other elements. There are three terms per year. Fees include meals for full-time pupils; some items may incur extra charges (e.g., individual music lessons, examination fees, some excursions, etc.). Full details are in the Senior and Junior fee sections.

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