The Read School is an international school in Selby, United Kingdom. Founded in 1674. It serves 200 students for students aged 3–18.
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Location & Getting There
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Est. 1674
Year Founded
200
Students Enrolled
Boarding Available
EAL Support
Key Details
Support Services
EAL SupportYes
Accreditations
BSA
Languages of Instruction
English
Key facts
Founded
1674
Ages
3–18 (Co-ed)
Pupils on roll
200
Inspectorate
ISI
About
A 352-year-old co-educational boarding school for ages 3-18 located in rural North Yorkshire, offering day, flexi, and weekly boarding options. The school emphasises small class sizes, generous staff-to-pupil ratios, and outstanding pastoral care in a warm family environment. Notable strengths include excellent drama productions, musical events, visual arts, and sports performance.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
- Small class sizes
- Outstanding pastoral care
- Family ethos
- Drama and music excellence
- Visual arts
- Sports performance
Boarding Life
Boarding Type
Day and boarding
Capacity
20 students
Day Boarding, Flexi Boarding, Weekly Boarding (Monday to Friday)
Facilities & Programmes
Arts
Drama
Music
Visual Arts
Student Demographics
School Type
Co-educational
Age Range
3 – 18
Student Body
Boarding capacity20
School Background
Governance & Ownership
Independent
Frequently Asked Questions
Contact the admissions office at The Read School directly for current fee information.