Giggleswick School
URN: 121740 • Settle BD24 0DE
Overview
- Name
- Giggleswick School
- URN
- 121740
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 57.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Sam Hart (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01729893000
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Giggleswick, Settle BD24 0DE
Summary
Giggleswick School, established in 1512, is an independent co-educational day and boarding school located in Settle, North Yorkshire. Catering to children aged 2 to 18, the school has a current enrolment of 398 pupils, with a capacity of 545. Rated 'Excellent' by the Independent Schools Inspectorate in 2023, Giggleswick is known for its commitment to academic excellence and personal development, fostering a culture of hard work and resilience among its students.
The school offers a diverse curriculum that allows pupils to tailor their educational journey through guided subject choices at GCSE and A Level, alongside a robust co-curricular programme that includes entrepreneurship, outdoor leadership, and creative arts. With small class sizes and expert teaching, Giggleswick aims to provide personalised support to help each student reach their full potential, whether they aspire to attend top universities or pursue competitive apprenticeships.
Situated in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales, Giggleswick School combines a rich history with a modern approach to education, promoting a strong sense of community and belonging. The school values each pupil's unique journey, celebrating their individual successes and preparing them for a fulfilling life beyond education.
The school offers a diverse curriculum that allows pupils to tailor their educational journey through guided subject choices at GCSE and A Level, alongside a robust co-curricular programme that includes entrepreneurship, outdoor leadership, and creative arts. With small class sizes and expert teaching, Giggleswick aims to provide personalised support to help each student reach their full potential, whether they aspire to attend top universities or pursue competitive apprenticeships.
Situated in the picturesque Yorkshire Dales, Giggleswick School combines a rich history with a modern approach to education, promoting a strong sense of community and belonging. The school values each pupil's unique journey, celebrating their individual successes and preparing them for a fulfilling life beyond education.
Useful links
- Alumni(opens in new window/tab) (other)
- Parents(opens in new window/tab) (other)
- RW Theatre(opens in new window/tab) (other)
- Pupil-Led Beekeeping Business: The Honey & Hive Project (other)
- Celebrating the Class of 2025: Paths as Unique as Their Achievements (other)
- Giggleswick crowned Champions at English Schools Fell Running Championships (other)
- Giggleswick Pupils Shine at Blackburn Festival of Music (other)
- Jack finishes 6th in the World and leads Great Britain to Team Silver in Spain (other)
- Our Commitment to Transparency and Long-Term Stability (other)
- Click to see more (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Forest School (69.4)
- Cedar House School (68.3)
- Breckenbrough School (62.3)
- Springhead School (60.8)
- The Dales School (58.9)
Key details
- LA
- North Yorkshire
- Age range
- 2 - 18
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 545
- Pupils
- 398
- Boys
- 204
- Girls
- 194
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1908-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- North Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 398 | 204 | 194 | 545 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 441 | 243 | 198 | 545 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 430 | 228 | 202 | 545 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 430 | 228 | 202 | 471 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 404 | 209 | 195 | 471 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 424 | 234 | 190 | 471 | 0.00 |
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