Aysgarth School is an international school in Bedale, United Kingdom. Founded in 1922. It serves 219 students for students aged 2–14.
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Location & Getting There
NanaSays Scorecard
Key Details
Scholarships Available
Up to 50% of Year 8 leavers earn scholarships to UK's most respected senior schools including Harrow, Radley, Rugby, Shrewsbury and Uppingham.
Academic Performance
ISI Inspection Report
The school meets all standards in the Education (Independent School Standards) Regulations 2014, National Minimum Standards for Boarding Schools 2022, and Early Years Foundation Stage statutory framework, with no further action required. This was a compliance-only inspection assessing regulatory minimum standards rather than quality ratings. All eight regulatory areas examined—from quality of education to leadership and management—were found to meet requirements.
Key facts
About
For over 150 years, Aysgarth has offered a distinctive boarding experience rooted in freedom, friendship, and fresh air. Located in 50 acres of North Yorkshire countryside with 85% of pupils boarding, it is a vibrant and inclusive community. The school is proudly non-selective, yet up to 50% of Year 8 leavers earn scholarships to the UK's most respected senior schools.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
- Small class sizes
- High scholarship success to top senior schools
- Non-selective admissions
- Sport, music, drama and outdoor activities
- Pastoral care and community focus
Facilities & Programmes
Student Demographics
School Background
Independent
Non-denominational (Chapel mentioned)