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Bootham School

51 Bootham, York, North Yorkshire, YO30 7BU

Key facts

Mr Deneal Smith Headteacher

Co-ed Gender

623 Total Pupils

Town Location

Day & Boarding Type

2 - 19 Age Range

Mainstream Mainstream/Special

Quaker Religious Ethos

About Bootham School

Bootham School, a distinguished independent institution, offers a rich educational experience rooted in Quaker values. With a strong emphasis on academic excellence and personal development, the school fosters a supportive community where students are encouraged to explore their passions and grow as individuals. Its vibrant curriculum is complemented by a wide range of extracurricular activities, ensuring a well-rounded education that prepares learners for the challenges of the future. Families seeking a nurturing environment that prioritises both intellectual and emotional growth will find Bootham School to be an inspiring choice.

Pupil information

Roll size, gender split and SEN provision.

Total Pupils

623 pupils

The total number of pupils enrolled at the school.

Boys

337 / 54.09%

Girls

286 / 45.91%

With SEN Support

124 / 19.90%

With SEN EHCP

2 / 0.32%

Fees per term

Indicative termly fees including VAT where shown.

Day Fees

£3,325 – £8,550 (inc. VAT)

Boarding Fees

£9,346 – £14,915 (inc. VAT)

Bootham School, Yorkshire and the Humber, North Yorkshire, YO30 7BU

A-level performance

2025

Value-added and attainment indicators for sixth-form students (England). Figures are for context; always confirm with the school.

Progress Score

0.33
Above Average

These figures tell you how much progress students who studied A levels at this school or college made between the end of key stage 4 and the end of their A level studies, compared to similar students across England. These scores are also known as 'value added' scores.

The scores are calculated by comparing the A-level results of students at this school or college with the A level results of students in schools and colleges across England who started with similar results at the end of the previous key stage – key stage 4.

A score above zero means students made more progress, on average, than students across England who got similar results at the end of key stage 4. A score below zero means students made less progress, on average, than students across England who got similar results at the end of key stage 4.

Average Result

B+

This tells you the average grade that students achieved per A level entry.

AAB (with ≥2 Facilitating Subjects)

28.60%

Facilitating A levels are ones that are commonly needed for entry to leading universities. They are: biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, further mathematics, geography, history, English literature and classical or modern languages.

Inspection report

Read the latest report from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI).

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