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Ampleforth College Open Morning

Open Days and Open Weeks

After being welcomed by the Headmaster, you will hear from students and senior members of staff about Ampleforth and have the chance to ask questions before being taken on a tour by students. Our students are the most important people you will meet on Open Day as they will tell you what life in our beautiful valley is really like. After lunch, you are most welcome to stay on to watch a variety of sports fixtures in the afternoon and have tea in the Pavilion from 3pm.

Overview

Stage of Education
  • Key Stage 3 (KS3): 11–14
  • Key Stage 4 (KS4): 14–16
  • Key Stage 5 (KS5): 16–18
School Residence
  • Day
  • Full Boarding
School Type
  • Co-educational

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Student Numbers

Total Students: 410
Day Students: 95
Boarding students: 315

Gender Profile %

Part of St Laurence Education Trust
Associations: HMC, BSA

Offering

Curriculum

  • GCSE
  • iGCSE
  • A Levels (Advanced Level)

Summer Programmes

Yes

English Language Support

  • EAL (English as an Additional Language)
GCSE/iGCSE Subjects
  • Art and Design
  • Biology
  • Business Studies
  • Chemistry
  • Combined Science
  • Computer Science
  • Dance
  • Design and Technology
  • Drama
  • English Language
  • English Literature
  • French
  • Geography
  • German
  • History
  • Latin
  • Mandarin Chinese
  • Mathematics
  • Music
  • Physical Education (PE)
  • Physics
  • Psychology
  • Religious Studies (RS)
  • Spanish
A Level Subjects
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Classical Greek
  • Computer Science
  • Design and Technology
  • Drama and Theatre
  • Economics
  • English Literature
  • French
  • Further Mathematics
  • Geography
  • German
  • History
  • Latin
  • Mathematics
  • Music
  • Philosophy
  • Physics
  • Psychology
  • Spanish
BTEC Level 3 Options
  • Sport / Sports Science

Sports & Outdoors

  • CCF units (Army/Navy/RAF)
  • Duke of Edinburgh
  • Athletics
  • Cricket
  • Hockey
  • Horse riding
  • Netball
  • Rugby
  • Swimming

Music, Drama & Arts

  • Chapel choirs
  • Music bands
  • Public speaking

Academic, Debate & Leadership

  • Charity fundraising
  • STEM clubs

Academic

  • Science laboratories
  • Library digital and print
  • Computer lab / IT suite
  • Lecture theatre
  • Music rooms

Sports & Recreation

  • Sports hall
  • Swimming pool
  • Equestrian centres

Boarding & Pastoral Care

  • Common rooms
  • Dining hall

Other Amenities

  • On-site chaplaincy or prayer rooms
  • Gardens and landscaped grounds

The Learning Hub is at the heart of the College. Our team offers dedicated support to all pupils, whatever their learning needs, from those who visit regularly to those who come for short bursts of targeted support.

In the Learning Hub, pupils find a welcoming place where they can expect understanding, expertise, and support from our experienced team. It is a place of quiet study and a wealth of resources, where pupils come not only for academic help, but sometimes, just to touch base and share what’s going on in their day.

We have a pupil-centred approach. We build a holistic picture of each pupil so we can provide individualised support, allowing every pupil the opportunity to reach their potential. In addition to using assessments, we gather pupils’ thoughts and opinions, liaise with teaching and pastoral staff, and include the views of parents in developing strategies which both address pupils’ challenges and enable them to forge ahead in areas of strength.

Our strong links with House teams means that learning is supported from the classroom and into the boarding houses. We know how important it is that pupils feel there is understanding and support in every aspect of their lives at the College.

The Benedictine Values of our school inform and inspire us to support the weak and give the strong something to strive for. The Learning Hub is a living embodiment of this sentiment, and our strength is in the warmth of our welcome and active care for each individual student.

Admissions

Fee-Paying

Fees Per Term

Tuition: £13500
Full Boarding: £20000

Tuition Per Year

Minimum Price: £40500
Maximum Price: £58000

Entry Requirements

Non-academically selective but requires internal assessments in English, Maths, and Non-Verbal Reasoning, plus a school report and interview with the Registrar. Sixth Form requires a minimum of three Grade 6s and two Grade 5s at GCSE.

Key Dates for Admissions

  • Sixth Form Offers: Issued in December 2025.
  • Scholarship Deadlines: 31 October 2025.
  • Taster Stays: Held in March 2026 for registered applicants.

Results

33% of A-Level entries graded A–A*; 40% of GCSEs graded 9–7. Ranked in the top 7% nationally for academic value added.

~70% of leavers attend Russell Group universities. High matriculation to Durham, Exeter, and Edinburgh, with consistent placements at Oxford and Cambridge.

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