The festive run-up is tangible here at Ashville, but we never take our eye off the bauble (sorry, ball) when it comes to helping families with those all-important school choices…
Autumn 2023 and beyond. Preparing for the next step in your child’s education? Ashville College is planning a range of events aimed at pupils joining the school for the next…
Have you heard about the ‘Curiosity Approach’ to early childhood learning, and ever wondered what it means? Hayley Thompson, Early Years Manager at Belmont Grosvenor School and her Deputy Sarah…
The issue of teacher retention has recently received a lot of press, with the latest DfE workforce survey finding almost 9% of teachers resigned from state schools last year. As…
Come and see the terrific facilities and meet our brilliant staff team at Hookstone Chase Primary School. Chance to play, chat and try the school meals too!Contact us on 01423…
Open Morning, Sat 14 October, 9am-12 noon The best way to experience what GSAL has to offer is to come and visit us at our annual Open Morning for all year groups…
Thursday 28th September 2023 Whole school and nursery OPEN MORNING – 9.30am to 12 noon Come along and see what makes BGS and Magic Tree Nursery so special Our whole school…
We’ll be opening the doors to our family of schools again on Friday, 29 September – why not come along and find out what makes us different! Our Whole School…
Join us at our Open Morning and discover why there’s never been a better time to join Ashville. We are an all-through co-educational independent day and boarding school that caters…
Ashville College’s September Open Morning is a not-to-be-missed opportunity for parents considering their children’s education for the 2024-25 academic year. Whether your child is starting in Reception, Year 7, or…
‘Outstanding’ OFSTED rated Hampsthwaite Primary School is holding an open morning for its Nursery Class this Friday 14 July from 9.15am- 11.15am! Located just a short drive out of Harrogate, come along to see what makes ‘Team Pixie’…
Teaching and learning for ages 5 to 11 has received a further boost at Harrogate independent school Ashville College with the appointment of its new Head of Prep School, and…
The summer holidays can be an exciting yet challenging time for parents as they find ways to keep their children engaged, active, and happy. With ample free time on their…
On 25 May, Mr Tim Milburn, the newly appointed Headteacher for Rossett School, and members of the Senior Leadership Team, welcomed parents to a meeting to hear about their vision for…
A happy and caring all-through school for ages 2-18, Ashville prides itself on creating a world where children and young people thrive and emerge future ready for life beyond school….
Starting primary school is a significant milestone for both children and parents. It marks the beginning of a new phase in a child’s life and can bring about feelings of…
Choosing a first nursery, pre-school or school is one of the biggest decisions parents make. Open events are a great way to get a feel for a school, its staff,…
Pre-Prep pupils at Queen Mary’s School are excited to see the plans for some inspiring developments, for girls aged 3 – 16 and boys aged 3 – 8. This…
A Harrogate Primary School is taking on an epic challenge to raise £2,000 for much needed improvements to their school playground. On the 29th and 30th March, pupils, parents, teachers…
At Queen Mary’s, academic excellence and exceptional extra-curricular opportunities are offered within a nurturing environment. Education is truly tailored to the individual. Register for an Open Day and experience an…
At Queen Mary’s, academic excellence and exceptional extra-curricular opportunities are offered within a nurturing environment. Education is truly tailored to the individual. Register for an Open Day and experience an…
Gateways is an independent day school for children aged 2-18 years, based in the village of Harewood, between Leeds and Harrogate. Known for its small class sizes, Gateways has a…
Ashville College in Harrogate is inviting prospective parents through its doors for an Open Morning on 4 March. The event showcasing the learning experience for pupils aged 2 to 18…
Sponsored blog by The Grammar School at Leeds Choosing a school for your child starting Reception can be a daunting task. It is important to find the right school that…
Come and join First Steps – a free new parent and baby group in Harrogate. Are you looking for a new activity or group to join with your baby? Have…
Choosing a first nursery, pre-school or school is one of the biggest decisions parents make. Reading brochures and websites is a good first step to learning about a school and…
The Taster Day will enable you to experience ‘real’ Sixth Form lessons and be fully integrated into the Sixth Form in terms of your free period, break, lunch time, and…
It’s an exciting time to be part of the Ashville Sixth Form. It celebrated its best ever A Level examination results in the Summer, which led to Ashville College climbing…
You can be sure of a warm welcome at GSAL Primary. Come and experience everything Reception at GSAL has to offer at a stay and play taster session for children…
Please join us on Thursday 5th January 2023 9am – Presentation by Headmaster Mr Nathan Sadler 9.30am – Preparing for Reception at BGS 10.15am – Full school tour Refreshments served…
Staff and pupils at leading Harrogate independent school Belmont Grosvenor are celebrating after being awarded ‘top marks’ in its recent inspection. A team of three inspectors from the Independent Schools…
Ashville College is throwing open its doors to prospective pupils and parents from 9.00am to 1.00pm on Saturday 12 November, for a dedicated Year 7 Taster Day. This is a great…
If your thoughts are turning towards your child making the move to ‘big school’, why not join us for our 2023 Reception Parent Information Evening. It’s specifically designed for parents…
Ashville College in Harrogate is inviting parents of children aged 2 to 11 to visit Acorns, Reception and Prep School on Wednesday 2 November 2022. Ashville’s ‘Acorns and Prep School…
Thursday 29th September 2022 9.30 to 11.45am
Harrogate’s Ashville College has announced its best ever set of A Level exam results, with the vast majority of pupils meeting the requirements to attend one of their preferred university…
Pupils at Harrogate Ladies’ College are today celebrating an excellent set of A level results which include impressive grades in Sciences and Maths. Pupils at the school achieved top results…
Harrogate Ladies’ College has appointed a new Head of Early Years to further enrich the teaching and learning at Highfield Pre-School, the school’s associated nursery setting. Kathryn Wilson, who…
It can be a busy time for parents starting to look at schools for their children for next year. Schools in both the independent and state sectors have started their…
While for most families the Summer holiday offers a much-needed opportunity to relax, it can also be a useful time to plan, to reflect on what’s going well, and to…
Over the May half term, a young roe deer found its way into our nature area and took up residence for the week. We’ve got secure fencing all the way…
A Harrogate prep school has started the Summer term under the leadership of a new head with impressive international credentials. Asa Firth, who took up his post this week at…
Dozens of children from primary schools across the Harrogate area joined together for a day of musical high notes at Harrogate Ladies’ College Junior Choir Day. The Year 4 and…
The months before your little one starts school make for such an exciting time. September may still seem like a long way off, but it’s never too soon to start…
While the Easter holiday often signals a break for families from school life, many family calendars are likely to have Tuesday 19th April highlighted, as this date marks National Primary…
All Saints Primary is a church school situated in the beautiful village of Kirkby Overblow. Although we benefit from a rural location, we are also well placed for travel from…
Maths, reading and writing skills are incredibly important, there is no doubt about that. However, art and creativity, in my opinion, carry equal weight in our children’s educational recovery post-covid….
Starting school in September? Please bring your pre-schoolers along to Belmont Grosvenor School to join an exciting Forest School Play and Stay morning on Friday 29th April 2022. The move from…
At Ashville College, we are preparing for one of our biggest public events of the year – our Full College Open Day on Saturday 26 March 2022 – an exciting…
Former Harrogate Ladies’ College pupil and budding writer has seen her dream come true with the publication of her first novel. Roxanne Davies, 20, from Embsay near Skipton, has just…
Our first open morning of 2022 is taking place on Tuesday 25th January and we’d love for YOU to join us. It’s a very informal morning – please get in…
Back in September, myself, two other class teachers and around fifty Year 3 and Year 4 pupils were lucky enough to go on a three-day residential trip. The focus of…
Are you looking for a down-to-earth and nurturing school for your child? A warm and friendly school where your child’s happiness, academic development and wellbeing is at its very heart?…
Were you successful in PE at school? I personally loved PE at school and would go so far as to say that I was sporty but this had absolutely nothing…
They’re still so young, baby-faced, and taking their very first steps into primary education. So why consider an all-through independent school like Ashville College when it’s such early days? In…
It’s an exciting time for Ashville Sixth Form in Harrogate. The 2021-22 academic year signals a renewed focus on driving forward the academic culture of the Sixth Form, increasing the…
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October half term is almost upon us and for many of our children, although school life has returned to ‘normal’ this has brought with it challenges. Whilst it is lovely…
Harrogate’s Ashville College is opening its doors this weekend (Saturday, October 2) as it stages its first full Open Day in two years. Taking place on Saturday between 1.30pm and 4pm, it…
Saturday 2 October 2021 1.30pm- 4.00pm Ashville College is a leading independent day and boarding school located in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, offering an inspiring education for boys and girls aged…
Will time just please stand still! We have two of our mini-mumblers heading off to secondary school next September! Applications are now open online for those starting Year 7…
