Selby, United Kingdom Day & boarding · Co-ed Age range 4–18 257 pupils Founded 1667Read School
Read School offers a nurturing environment where academic excellence and personal development go hand in hand. With a strong emphasis on holistic education...
About Read School
Welcome to Read School, a co-educational day and boarding school in North Yorkshire. In line with the noble legacy of our founder, Charles Reade, our mission is to create a warm and welcoming school for pupils of all abilities and walks of life. We are academically non-selective and socially inclusive, offering a vibrant and supportive community in which to learn and grow.
Read School was founded in 1667 and strives to be the independent day and boarding school of choice in the local area. I firmly believe that we have a very special offering which blends the traditional with the innovative, combining an excellent education in core subjects with a broad extra-curricular programme and an outward-looking global mindset that reaches far beyond our tranquil location of rural Drax, North Yorkshire.
Underpinning our current offering is a longstanding School ethos that respects the individual and focuses on each child s ability, providing bespoke support and a high level of individualised pastoral support. Our overriding goal is simply to ensure that each pupil at Read School is able to realise their full potential.
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Pupil breakdown
- Boys
- 154 (60%)
- Girls
- 103 (40%)
- SEN support
- 47 (18.3%)
- SEN EHCP
- 24 (9.3%)
Frequently asked questions
What type of school is Read School?
Read School is a co-educational independent mainstream school for pupils aged 4 to 18, located near Selby in North Yorkshire. The school offers education from Pre-Prep through to Sixth Form, with pathways leading to GCSEs and A Levels.
How do I apply to Read School?
The admissions process usually starts well in advance of entry and may involve assessments and interviews. The school admissions timeline guide outlines key stages and deadlines. https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
What are the fees at Read School?
The cost of attending Read School typically ranges around £4,030–£12,897 per term, with variations based on age and boarding.
Is Read School a day or boarding school?
Pupils at Read School can attend as day and boarding.
Is Read School selective?
Admissions to Read School are non-selective, with entry based on overall fit and, where relevant, academic assessment.