Giggleswick School is an independent co-educational day and boarding school in the north of England for children aged 2 to 18, rated ‘Excellent’ by ISI in 2023. Here you will find a rich and broad education, 500 years of heritage, exceptional modern facilities, and a happy, welcoming community.
Situated in 215 acres of breath-taking open countryside between the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District, our location means that pupils enjoy growing up surrounded by fresh air and beautiful scenery, inspiring them to leave their phones behind and ‘throw themselves in’ to school life.
“I’d describe Gigg as a diving board, taking you head-first into experiences you never thought about trying. I barely had a moment to stop and think before being whisked to the next school production, model UN conference, sailing trips, rock concerts – the list goes on.” Duncan, Alumni (2022)
Giggleswick is renowned for its happy and supportive environment. Family-friendly boarding from Year 4, an extended school day during the week, a full day of school on Saturday, and a programme of activities on a Sunday means that boarders enjoy a structured timetable and are never left on their own.
Our academic standards are high across a broad curriculum and pupils are stretched, without being stressed, to achieve their personal best. 80% of our 2023 leavers secured a place at their first-choice university, including Medicine and Classics at The University of Cambridge, Maths at Durham University, History and Business at Exeter University, and Architecture at UCL and Lancaster University.
Our education is delivered within high-quality facilities: a state-of-the-art professional theatre, observatory, dedicated arts and design studios, modern fitness centre, a wellbeing centre, and an impressive School Chapel.
This safe, secure environment is within a 3.5-hour train journey from London, and an hour from Manchester, Leeds, and York. We offer pick-up and drop-off services at Leeds and Manchester airports.
