Skipton Girls' High School

URN: 136664 • Skipton BD23 1QL

Overview

Name
Skipton Girls' High School
URN
136664
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Girls
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
NORTHERN STAR ACADEMIES TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
61.6 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Martha Featherstone (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01756707600
Website
Visit
Address
Gargrave Road, Skipton BD23 1QL

Summary

Skipton Girls' High School is a selective secondary academy for girls located in Skipton, North Yorkshire. With a current enrolment of 855 students, the school has a capacity of 744 and is known for its strong academic performance. Ofsted rated the school as 'Good' in 2022, highlighting its 'Outstanding' behaviour and values. The school serves students from various regions, including Craven, Bradford, and Lancashire, fostering a diverse community.

The curriculum at Skipton Girls' High School emphasizes academic excellence while promoting creativity and curiosity across subjects. The school offers a comprehensive Post-16 provision, welcoming students from over 20 different secondary schools. A robust house system integrates various aspects of school life, encouraging participation in sports, arts, and academic competitions.

Student leadership is a key component of the school's ethos, empowering students to take active roles within the community. The dedicated staff are committed to fostering a supportive learning environment, ensuring that students are well-prepared for future challenges while promoting values of kindness and sustainability.

Key details

LA
North Yorkshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
NORTHERN STAR ACADEMIES TRUST
Capacity
744
Pupils
855
Boys
0
Girls
855
FSM %
6.60
Open date
2011-04-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-09-22
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
North Yorkshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 855 0 855 744 6.60
2024-09-11 884 0 884 744 7.80
2023-09-11 877 0 877 744 6.80
2022-09-11 877 0 877 744 6.80
2021-09-11 873 0 873 744 6.00
2020-09-11 873 0 873 744 4.50

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