This day school is situated in its own spacious grounds on the edge of the attractive village of Harewood. It lies half way between Leeds and Harrogate on the A61 and so benefits both from its rural surroundings and its proximity to varied urban facilities.
The school has 3 departments - The Gatehouse Nursery for girls and boys aged 3 - 4, Littlegates for girls and boys aged 5 - 7, and Youngers for girls aged 7 - 11. There is also a High School for girls aged 11 - 18.
It is run as a Christian foundation, but it welcomes girls of all faiths and denominations and much importance is given to developing each individual's strengths. Pupils are encouraged to achieve their full academic potential and to gain social confidence and concern for their environment.
Emphasis is placed on the core subjects of English, Reading, Mathematics and Science. Additional foundation subjects, Art, Geography, French, History, Music, PE, IT, RE and Technology ensure a broad and balanced curriculum. Pupils take National Key Stage Tests at 7 and 11. Computers are used through the school and there are specialist rooms for Art, Science and Technology, a hall, library, and a Dyslexia Unit on site. The Preparatory School uses all the High School facilities - Dining Room, Gymnasium, Drama Studio, and Technology Block.
The broad curriculum is supplemented by a host of extra-curricular activities - choirs, bands, ensembles, individual music lessons, drama workshops, clubs for netball, hockey, tennis, rounders, athletics, drama, art, reading, fun and games, dance, Spanish. On Wednesday there is an Activities Afternoon, when Youngers pupils have the opportunity to try horse-riding, ice-skating, golf, table tennis, gymnastics, swimming, sculpture, craftwork, cookery, aerobics.
There is an active P.T.A. and there are close contacts between Parents and School through formal and informal discussions, homework diaries, reports and open days.
An extended care programme for pupils operates from 7.45 am until 6.00 pm.
