Ackworth School, founded in 1779, has large, gracious Georgian buildings of great distinction which together with extensive gardens provides a magnificent setting for the education of young people. Conveniently situated for Leeds, Wakefield, Doncaster and Barnsley, Ackworth is close to motorways and fast trains to London. It is fully co-educational with boarders and day pupils in the Senior School and a Junior School which admits Day pupils from 7+. Senior School entry is at 11, 12, 13 and 16+ by entrance test, reference and interview. Scholarships and bursaries are available.
Academic standards are very high with 34% of A Level grades being A and B in 1997. Over 90% regularly move to degree courses. 90% of all Fifth Year achieved 5 or more GCSE grades A*-C in 1997. Not all our pupils are academic 'high flyers' as we recognise the importance of other strengths and the value of achievement in many spheres of activity. For this reason Ackworth offers a rich variety of activities and all pupils are strongly encouraged to take part in them. Music thrives with 2 orchestras, 3 choirs, 20 specialist music teachers and a programme of free music tuition to all 11 year olds on 3 instruments to 'launch them musically'. Our magnificent Sports Centre, and a complete refurbishment of our Science laboratories are recent examples of an ambitious programme of development that saw in 1994 the opening of a new Music Centre, and the refurbishment of the Design and Technology Centre in 1996.
Above all, Ackworth is a school where tolerance, good relationships and the fostering of self-discipline combine with rigorous standards and a strong framework within which to grow. The result is a well-rounded education and a happy, purposeful community.
Alumni - The Ackworth Old Scholars Association currently has over 2000 members worldwide.
