King James's School
URN: 121687 • Knaresborough HG5 8EB
Overview
- Name
- King James's School
- URN
- 121687
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 71.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Paul McIntosh (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01423866061
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- King James Road, Knaresborough HG5 8EB
Summary
King James's School, located in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, is a mixed community secondary school with a rich history dating back to its founding in 1616. The school has a current enrolment of 1,522 pupils, with a capacity of 1,705. It prides itself on maintaining high academic standards while fostering a supportive environment that encourages students to develop into responsible and confident adults.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, complemented by a wide range of extra-curricular activities. King James's School is committed to the personal development of its pupils and provides various resources for academic support, including revision guides and online learning platforms. The school’s ethos is deeply rooted in its historical foundation, reflected in its distinctive uniform featuring the Stewart tartan.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through events such as the Open Evening and various parents' evenings throughout the academic year. The school maintains a strong connection with its local community and alumni, fostering a sense of belonging and continuity for current students.
The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, complemented by a wide range of extra-curricular activities. King James's School is committed to the personal development of its pupils and provides various resources for academic support, including revision guides and online learning platforms. The school’s ethos is deeply rooted in its historical foundation, reflected in its distinctive uniform featuring the Stewart tartan.
Parents are encouraged to engage with the school community through events such as the Open Evening and various parents' evenings throughout the academic year. The school maintains a strong connection with its local community and alumni, fostering a sense of belonging and continuity for current students.
Useful links
- Federation Governors (governance)
- Parent Governor Elections (governance)
- Governor Profiles (governance)
- Report Y7-11 Absence (sen)
- Report 6th Form Absence (sen)
- Consents & Agreements (sen)
- Report Absence or Appointment (sen)
- Senior Leadership Team (sen)
- Special Educational Needs (SEND) (sen)
- Calendar & Upcoming Events (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Harrogate Grammar School (79.5)
- St John Fisher Catholic High School (76.8)
- Thirsk School & Sixth Form College (73.9)
- Settle College (73.4)
- St Francis Xavier School (73.1)
Key details
- LA
- North Yorkshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1705
- Pupils
- 1522
- Boys
- 743
- Girls
- 779
- FSM %
- 17.50
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- North Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1522 | 743 | 779 | 1705 | 17.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1542 | 766 | 776 | 1705 | 17.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1575 | 809 | 766 | 1705 | 15.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1575 | 809 | 766 | 1705 | 15.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1579 | 827 | 752 | 1705 | 13.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1545 | 800 | 745 | 1757 | 10.10 |
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