Ampleforth College, York
Ampleforth College is an independent school for pupils aged 11 to 19 in York. It has a Catholic religious character. It is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) rather than Ofsted; its most recent ISI inspection was a routine inspection in September 2026.
Data last updated 27 Oct 2026
Ampleforth College in detail
Ampleforth College in its own words
In its own words: "We educate the whole person, enabling each student to discover their interests and strengths, fulfil their academic potential, and learn what they can contribute to the world. Our welcoming community, rooted in Benedictine values, cherishes each individual's unique contribution and transforms us into better people through our shared life together and our service to each other."
From the headteacher's welcome: "It is an enormous privilege to be the Headmaster of Ampleforth College and part of this wonderful community. Families from all over the UK and the world come to our beautiful valley in North Yorkshire, passing other good schools along the way."
Clubs and activities named on the school's website include chess, coding, STEM, eco club, art, debating and philosophy.
Coming up: an admissions event on Friday 6 November 2026, an admissions event on Saturday 7 November 2026, an admissions event on Thursday 26 November 2026 and an admissions event on Friday 27 November 2026. Check the school's website before you go, as dates can change.
All school open days in North Yorkshire
Vision and values (school website)Headteacher's welcome (school website)Clubs (school website)
Source: The school's own website
Results
The Department for Education's GCSE measures do not count IGCSEs, which many independent schools take instead of GCSEs, so the Attainment 8 and English and maths figures it publishes for Ampleforth College can understate its results. We do not rank or compare them; ask the school for its own GCSE and IGCSE results.
Where pupils go next
Of the 76 students who left the sixth form in 2023/24, 41% went on to university or other higher education and 15% into work.
Who goes there
In 2026, 189 pupils (47.6%) received SEN support and 2 (0.5%) had an education, health and care plan.
Getting there
There is no railway, tram or Underground station within about three miles of Ampleforth College.
2 bus stops are within a five-minute walk; the closest is Ampleforth College (opposite), 110 metres away.
The area around the school
In August 2026, police recorded 2 crimes within a mile of the school, most often anti-social behaviour and other theft. That is well below the typical figure around schools in North Yorkshire (9).
Sources: DfE school performance data (averages: state mainstream schools); DfE destination measures; DfE school census and special educational needs statistics; NaPTAN (Department for Transport); English Indices of Deprivation 2025 (MHCLG); data.police.uk street-level crime
Key Information
DfE GIASISI Inspection Reports
Independent schools in England are inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), not Ofsted. Ofsted last inspected this school in 27 September 2023, before the latest ISI inspection.
Routine Inspection
15 September 2026
Short Visit
29 January 2020
Short Visit
22 May 2019
Short Visit
19 November 2018
Regulatory Compliance
7 March 2018
Short Visit
7 March 2017
Intermediate (Boarding)
19 January 2016
Integrated
22 January 2013
About
Ampleforth College is a coeducational public school for pupils aged 11–18, near the village of Ampleforth, North Yorkshire, England. It opened in 1803 as a boys' school, on the grounds of Ampleforth Abbey, a Benedictine monastery.
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Fees for 2026/27
Day fees, per year
£27,747 to £41,649
depending on year group
Boarding fees, per year
£42,684 to £59,805
| College Boarding (Y9-13) | £59,805 a year |
| College Day (Y9-13) | £41,649 a year |
| Junior Boarding (Y7-8) | £42,684 a year |
| Junior Day (Y7-8) | £27,747 a year |
Including VAT. From the school's own fee schedule; check with the school before you rely on it.
Private school fees in North Yorkshire - 3 schools' published fees side by side
At a Glance
No
Boarding
No
Nursery
Yes
Sixth Form
No
Special Measures
Latest from Ampleforth College
Tug of War 2026
23 Sep 2026
Chemistry Challenge Success
23 Sep 2026
Pre-season gets underway
11 Sep 2026
First Full School Assembly
11 Sep 2026
First Mass
11 Sep 2026
County Cricket in the Valley
27 Aug 2026
From Ampleforth College's website. School Signal is not affiliated with the school.
Social & online
Keep up with Ampleforth College
Getting There
Bus Stops
Safety and surroundings
Road collisions within 500 m (2021 to 2025)
No injury road collisions were reported to the police within 500 m of the school's mapped location in 2021 to 2025.
The typical figure for schools in North Yorkshire is 3 (the median across 382 schools, same distance and years).
Serious and slight counts use the Department for Transport's severity adjustment, which allows for changes in how police forces record injuries; they are estimates, rounded to whole numbers. Distances are in a straight line. Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19), Open Government Licence v3.0.
Commute and house prices
Capacity & Demand
School Occupancy
66%
Available places
397 pupils
600 places
203 spare places
as recorded on GIAS
Area Demand Pressure - York
Based on MHCLG Live Table 122 (2024-25, last 5 years) for York
Across North Yorkshire council
Places available
7,086
Applications
5,586
Got 1st preference
91.9%
Got preferred school
98.8%
All secondary applications across North Yorkshire council (2026/27), not just this school.
SEND & SEN Provision
SEN Overview
189
SEN Support
2
EHC Plans
48.1%
of Total Pupils
2026 academic year
Provision & Specialist Facilities
Pupils by Need Type
No need-level breakdown available
Pupil Demographics
Key Indicators
397
Total Pupils
212
Boys
185
Girls
2026 academic year
Feeder Primary Schools
Primary schools that likely feed into this school, based on proximity
Ampleforth College
Questions parents ask about Ampleforth College
What are GCSE results like at Ampleforth College?
The Department for Education's GCSE measures do not count IGCSEs, which many independent schools take instead of GCSEs, so the Attainment 8 and English and maths figures it publishes for Ampleforth College can understate its results. We do not rank or compare them; ask the school for its own GCSE and IGCSE results.
When was Ampleforth College last inspected?
Ampleforth College is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) rather than Ofsted. Its most recent ISI inspection was a routine inspection in September 2026.
How many pupils go to Ampleforth College?
Ampleforth College has around 397 pupils on roll.
How do I apply to Ampleforth College?
Ampleforth College is an independent school and runs its own admissions rather than going through the local authority. Contact the school directly for entry requirements, assessment dates, fees and any bursaries.
How many road collisions happen near Ampleforth College?
No injury road collisions were reported to the police within 500 m of the school's mapped location in 2021 to 2025. The typical figure for schools in North Yorkshire is 3 (the median across 382 schools, same distance and years).
Where is Ampleforth College?
Ampleforth College is at Ampleforth, York, North Yorkshire, YO62 4ER.
Source: Department for Transport, Road Safety Data (STATS19)