Ashville College

England , United Kingdom

  • Boarding School

  • 1877

  • £ 10.7K-19.2K

    • British

School History & Details

Ashville College is a co-educational independent school located in the town of Harrogate in North Yorkshire, England. The school was founded in 1877 by a group of Methodists and was initially known as Ashville College for Young Ladies. It became a fully co-educational school in the 1940s and has since grown to become one of the leading independent schools in the region, offering a broad curriculum to students aged 3 to 18.

    School Values

  • Academic Excellence
  • Leadership
  • Creativity
  • Character Development

    • Ashville College places a strong emphasis on providing a well-rounded education that focuses not only on academic achievement but also on personal development, including character, creativity, and leadership. The school aims to instill in its students a love of learning and a passion for intellectual exploration, as well as the skills and values needed to thrive in an ever-changing world. The school is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive community where students can develop their full potential and make a positive impact in the world.

School Achievements

Achievements

Ashville College has a strong track record of academic achievement, with students consistently achieving excellent results in public examinations. In 2021, 73% of A-level grades were A*-B, and 63% of GCSE grades were 9-7. The school also has a strong record of placing students in top universities, with recent graduates gaining places at institutions such as Oxford, Cambridge, and the Ivy League colleges in the United States.
School Achievements

Non-Academic Achievements

Ashville College places a strong emphasis on non-academic achievements and personal development. The school offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, drama, and community service, to help students explore their interests and develop their skills and talents outside the classroom. The school also encourages students to develop their character and leadership skills, with programs such as the Duke of Edinburgh Award and the Model United Nations.
Notable Alumni

Notable Alumni

Ashville College has a diverse alumni community that includes notable figures from a range of fields, including business, politics, arts, and sports. Some of the school's most prominent alumni include former British Prime Minister Harold Wilson, actress Sophie Turner, journalist Evan Davis, and rugby player Jonny Bairstow. The school maintains strong ties with its alumni, offering a range of networking and professional development opportunities, as well as social events and reunions.

School Information

Ashville College's campus is located on a 60-acre site in the town of Harrogate in North Yorkshire, England. The campus features a mix of historic and modern buildings, including a Victorian main hous...View moreView Less

It is an independent school.

Rhiannon Wilkinson

Link

44 (0)1423 566 358

Ashville College Green Lane Harrogate, North Yorkshire HG2 9JP

Subjects & Curriculum Offered

  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Computer Science
  • Economics
  • Geography
  • Information and Communication Technology
  • Physical Education
  • Environmental Management (EVM)
  • English – Language & Literature 
  • Science
  • English
  • Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Social Studies
  • Design Technology
  • Further Mathematics

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