Sedbergh School

Sedbergh School is guided by four core values: Humility, Ambition, Resilience, and Kindness. The school aims to provide a broad, challenging, and enriching education that encourages pupils to take risks, develop independence, and build strong relationships. It emphasizes a "whole person" approach, where academic ambition is balanced with opportunities in sport, the arts, and community service.

The academic programme spans from Year 9 through to the Sixth Form. The Year 9 "Inspire" curriculum focuses on developing intellectual resilience and critical thinking. Pupils progress to GCSE studies in Years 10 and 11, followed by A Level pathways in the Sixth Form, which include the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). The school also offers international academic courses, including Pre A Level and immersion programmes, as well as English as an Additional Language (EAL) support.

Pupils achieve strong academic results, with 54% of 2025 leavers accepting offers from Russell Group universities. Graduates pursue diverse pathways, including higher education at leading institutions in the UK and overseas, degree apprenticeships, and careers in the military, performing arts, sport, and business. The school focuses on nurturing integrity, character, and resilience to prepare pupils for an evolving world.

The school provides a supportive academic environment with small class sizes and expert teaching to ensure personalised attention. It offers pathways advice and mentoring, including a dedicated Oxbridge Mentoring Programme for pupils with the potential to apply to the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge. Support is tailored to help pupils identify their individual strengths and goals.

Sedbergh School welcomes enquiries from families worldwide. The admissions process involves personal visits, which may include one-on-one tours led by pupils or staff, and attendance at Open Mornings. Prospective pupils are encouraged to participate in boarding tasters, ranging from 24 to 48 hours, to experience the school's community and boarding life. The school also hosts "Sedbergh on Tour" events at various UK venues for families to meet representatives.

The school operates on a termly basis, with specific dates for terms, pupil arrival times, and sporting fixtures published on the school's website. Open Mornings for the Senior School are scheduled for October, while Prep School Open Mornings typically occur in the autumn term.

Sedbergh School is situated in an expansive campus within the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Facilities include a dedicated Sixth Form Centre, music and drama blocks, and extensive sports infrastructure, including a sports hall with cricket nets and a mountain biking track. The school maintains a robust digital infrastructure, having achieved Cyber Essentials Plus certification to ensure secure access to academic resources and personal data. Boarding life is centered around nine houses: Carus, Evans, Hart, Lupton, Powell, Robertson, School, Sedgwick, and Winder.

The school offers an extensive co-curricular programme designed to develop the whole person. Key activities include the Combined Cadet Force (CCF) with army, navy, and pipes and drums sections; the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award; and a wide range of academic societies. Sport is a central pillar, featuring athletics, cricket, hockey, netball, and rugby, supported by international-level coaches. Additionally, pupils engage in performing arts, including music and drama, and mandatory service and charity work.