Scarborough College Overview
Scarborough College is a co-educational independent day and boarding school for aged 3-18 years in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. It was founded in 1898 and opened in 1901. The school has been an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School since June 2006, offering it at sixth form in place of A-levels.
Summary Of School
- Type of school: Co-educational
- Age range: 3-18
- Pupils: 534
- Boarders: 21.3%
- Fees: £36,996 – £40,953
- IB results (2022): 33 points average
- 2022 GCSE Results % (9-7): 45%
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Scarborough College Motto
The entire design of the Scarborough College experience is driven by the school’s desire to ensure the changing needs of each and every child are met as they progress and grow. The extraordinarily strong relations that exist between staff and pupils, and between the pupils themselves at the College are the very bedrock of the remarkable successes the pupils enjoy across all the many facets of school life.
Scarborough College Academic Results
IB results (2022)
- 33 points average
GCSE (2022)
- 9-7: 45%
- 9-4: 92%
The school has always had a strong reputation for offering a broad and stimulating education. Being a champion of innovation, it was one of the first schools in North Yorkshire to introduce the International Baccalaureate (IB), which is a two-year course to prepare sixth-form students for university and life after school. Scarborough College is currently the top-performing IB school in the North East of England. The traditional subjects of English, mathematics, science and modern foreign languages are at the heart of the school’s operations. International students can also receive extra English language tuition, where necessary.
Scarborough College Extracurricular
Pupils are encouraged to develop a broad range of interests through the Enrichment programme (EP). Sport, music, drama and other activities such as the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award can all be pursued. There is a programme of overseas visits, ski trips, outings and events organised every year. Cultural activities such as film club and chess are also available.
Scarborough College Boarding
There are three boarding houses: a Junior Boys’ house, a Girls’ House, and a Co-Ed Sixth-Form boarding house.
For the vast majority of full-time boarders, there are optional weekend activities, but Sixth Form students may also enjoy further privileges such as going out for a meal during the weekend, going into town, going to the cinema or visiting nearby York.
Accommodation
- Denys Crews is junior boys’ house and home to 20 boys.
- Willersley, the girls’ house, has space for 34 girls.
- 60 Boarding pupils live in Sixth Form house Weaponness
Scarborough College Pastoral Care
Scarborough College places high value on pastoral care and support for every child. From day one until the last day of school, students receive individual support and care to ensure they show perform as best as they possibly can. A special educational needs coordinator is at hand for children who find aspects of learning more challenging.
Scarborough College Fees
Year 7 - Year 11
Full BoardingYear 12 - Year 13
Full BoardingWHAT THE FEES INCLUDE
- Lunch
- Medical cover and access to the College Counsellor
- Textbooks and stationery
- Games provision and travel
- The use of a College Chromebook within and outside of the school
In addition to the above, the boarding fee is fully inclusive of the following:
- Accommodation
- Food
- Full laundry service
- Wi-Fi provision
- A full programme of weekend activities throughout the academic year for full boarders
- Minibus or train transfers to and from Manchester for full boarders on transfer days provided in the Term Dates on the Website
WHAT THE FEES DO NOT INCLUDE
- All public and other examination fees
- Tiered charges for Learning Support provision, including specialist teaching and exclusive in-class support, available on request Additional charges may be made for additional equipment/services/extracurricular provision as required and notified in advance
Scarborough College Contact Information
- Official website: https://scarboroughcollege.co.uk
- Location: Filey Road, Scarborough
North Yorkshire, YO11 3BA, UK - Email address: administration@scarboroughcollege.co.uk
- Phone: +44 (0)1983 562229
