Sedbergh School
URN: 112451 • Sedbergh (La10 5hg) LA10 5RY
Overview
- Name
- Sedbergh School
- URN
- 112451
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 65.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Daniel Harrison (since 2021) , Headteacher
- Previous head
- Dan Harrison, Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01539620535
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Station Road, Sedbergh (La10 5hg) LA10 5RY
Summary
Sedbergh School, located in Sedbergh, Cumbria, is a co-educational independent boarding school catering to 555 pupils aged 3 to 18. The school is known for its emphasis on holistic education, combining strong academic performance with a diverse range of extracurricular activities. With a capacity of 620, Sedbergh provides a nurturing environment where pupils are encouraged to develop key values such as humility, ambition, resilience, and kindness.
The school operates across two campuses: the Prep School for children aged 3 to 13 and the Senior School for those aged 13 and above. The curriculum is designed to foster individual growth, creativity, and a love of learning, supported by dedicated staff who focus on tailored educational experiences. In addition to traditional subjects, Sedbergh offers extensive sports and arts programs, alongside international summer courses that attract students from around the globe.
Sedbergh prides itself on its strong sense of community, extending beyond the school to include a global network of alumni. The Sedbergh School Association fosters connections among current and former students, enhancing the school’s supportive environment and commitment to lifelong learning.
The school operates across two campuses: the Prep School for children aged 3 to 13 and the Senior School for those aged 13 and above. The curriculum is designed to foster individual growth, creativity, and a love of learning, supported by dedicated staff who focus on tailored educational experiences. In addition to traditional subjects, Sedbergh offers extensive sports and arts programs, alongside international summer courses that attract students from around the globe.
Sedbergh prides itself on its strong sense of community, extending beyond the school to include a global network of alumni. The Sedbergh School Association fosters connections among current and former students, enhancing the school’s supportive environment and commitment to lifelong learning.
Useful links
- Our Senior School (sen)
- Senior School (sen)
- Find out more... (sen)
- Find out more... (sen)
- Find out more... (sen)
- Our Senior School (sen)
- Fees (sen)
- Open Days (sen)
- Latest news (sen)
- Foundation (sen)
Nearby alternatives
- Underley Garden School (65.2)
- Sandgate School (64.3)
- Cambian Whinfell School (62.3)
- Sandside Lodge School (61.4)
- Wings School (55.8)
Key details
- LA
- Westmorland and Furness
- Age range
- 13 - 18
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 620
- Pupils
- 555
- Boys
- 340
- Girls
- 215
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1909-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Cumbria
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 555 | 340 | 215 | 620 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 575 | 364 | 211 | 620 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 563 | 351 | 212 | 620 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 563 | 351 | 212 | 620 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 530 | 333 | 197 | 580 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 551 | 344 | 207 | 580 | 0.00 |
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to share your experience.
Add a review
Please sign in to post a review.
Go to login
Are you the school owner?
Claim this profile to reply to reviews and add details.