Catteral Hall is the Co-educational, Full-boarding Preparatory and Junior School for Giggleswick, standing in beautiful Dales scenery approximately one hour from Manchester, Leeds and the Lake District. Boys and girls enter Giggleswick School at age 13. They may be prepared for other independent senior schools if parents so wish.
Catteral Hall is self-contained within the grounds of Giggleswick School and has a full range of facilities. It has its own teaching staff and matrons, but shares some of the staff and many of the amenities of the Senior School, including Chapel, audio-visual room, CDT centre, dining hall, gymnasium, Home Economics department, Music School, sanatorium and swimming pool. Music and drama form an integral part of school life and are seen as strengths of the school, as does a participation in all major boys' and girls' team games, as well as many individual sports. Hobbies are encouraged, and use is made of the open and unspoiled countryside around the School. Outdoor pursuits is now an important part of the curriculum. Recent improvements include a new Music School, Science Laboratories, and playing fields with sports' facilities, and a 'Social Club', open to staff, pupils and parents alike.
The Headmaster and his family are resident in the main building and all staff are involved in the pastoral care of the pupils. Every child has a Personal Tutor who is responsible for their academic and social welfare. Health is looked after by the School Doctor, who makes regular visits, and the Sanatorium Matron, who is a State Registered Nurse. The general welfare of Catteral Hall children is in the hands of the Headmaster's wife and assistant matrons. There is a conscious effort to promote a happy family atmosphere in a caring environment. The school's Christian ethos is seen as fundamental to this atmosphere.
The Headmaster and his wife are always delighted to welcome interested parents to see the school at work and at play.
