Read School

URN: 121748 • Selby YO8 8NL

Overview

Name
Read School
URN
121748
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
43.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ruth Ainley (since 2025) , Head
Telephone
01757618248
Website
Visit
Address
Drax, Selby YO8 8NL

Summary

Read School, located in Selby, North Yorkshire, is an independent co-educational day and boarding school founded in 1667. With a current enrolment of 257 pupils and a capacity for 350, the school prides itself on being academically non-selective and socially inclusive, welcoming students from diverse backgrounds. The school's mission is to provide a caring, inspiring, and enjoyable educational experience, fostering a love of learning and personal growth.

The curriculum at Read School is broad and balanced, combining core academic subjects with a wide range of extracurricular activities. The school emphasizes individualised support, ensuring that each pupil can develop their unique talents and abilities. A strong pastoral care system is in place to promote self-confidence, self-respect, and respect for others within a supportive community.

Read School aims to cultivate responsible and caring young individuals who contribute positively to society. The ethos of the school is rooted in respect for the individual, encouraging students to grow in confidence and character while maintaining a commitment to a well-rounded education.

Key details

LA
North Yorkshire
Age range
4 - 18
Boarders
Boarding school
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
350
Pupils
257
Boys
154
Girls
103
FSM %
Open date
1967-01-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
North Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 257 154 103 350
2024-09-11 248 138 110 350
2023-09-11 242 136 106 350 0.00
2022-09-11 242 136 106 350 0.00
2021-09-11 206 113 93 350 0.00
2020-09-11 220 117 103 350 0.00

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