Ampleforth College
Famous for its Roman Catholic ethos, Ampleforth is a co-ed boarding and day school set in 2000 acres of Yorkshire countryside, for students aged 11-18 (years 7-13). There is also a linked pre-prep and prep school called St Martin's Ampleforth which is on the same campus.
Ideal student
A pupil who will relish full boarding and a strong sense of community. It suits children who are comfortable in a structured environment and who will make the most of the school’s extensive co-curricular life alongside their studies.
Main sports
Rugby, hockey, cricket and a broad outdoor programme.
Stand-out facilities
A spectacular rural campus set in more than 2,000 acres of countryside, with extensive sports grounds, excellent science and creative facilities and impressive boarding houses overlooking the valley.
Saturday school
Yes. Weekends are a full part of boarding life, with fixtures, activities and house events keeping the campus busy.
Did you know?
The college sits alongside a Benedictine abbey and the rule of St Benedict continues to shape the rhythm of school life, from regular chapel services to a strong emphasis on service and community.
Our takeaway
Ampleforth is a distinctive boarding school set in a remarkable valley, where community life and tradition shape the experience as much as academics. It caters to a broad range of abilities and focuses on developing thoughtful, grounded pupils. The school has faced significant challenges in recent years but is working to rebuild while holding onto the character that makes it so unique.
"Ampleforth’s charms are immediate and difficult to resist. The College itself is stunning beyond compare, with the Abbey at its core and set in the beautiful valley."
School Information
| Destination | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|
| Oxbridge | 3% |
| Sutton 13 The 13 best UK universities based on average rankings from surveys: Birmingham, Bristol, Cambridge, Durham, Edinburgh, Imperial, LSE, Nottingham, Oxford, St Andrews, UCL, Warwick, York. | 20% |
| Other UK Universities | 77% |