UK Boarding Schools in Yorkshire and the Humber

28 independent boarding schools in the Yorkshire and the Humber region, verified from the UK Government Get Information About Schools (GIAS) register.

28
Total schools
3
Boys
1
Girls
24
Co-ed

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About boarding schools in Yorkshire and the Humber

Yorkshire offers genuine value — strong academic heritage (Ampleforth, Giggleswick, Bootham) with fees well below the South East. The moors and dales provide exceptional outdoor education; international families often comment on the warmth of the welcome.

Typical boarding fees
£11,000–£16,000/term (boarding)
Travel from London
2–3 hours by train from London King's Cross

Strongest schools in this region

Practical tips for families

  • Leeds Bradford airport covers most European routes — verify it before booking international travel.
  • Yorkshire schools typically run Sunday chapel / Catholic traditions even for non-religious pupils — clarify in advance.
  • Boarding is often house-based with smaller year groups — easier integration for shy or new-arrival students.
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Top picks at a glance

Quick comparison of the leading boarding schools in Yorkshire and the Humber. Open any school page for the full academic and pastoral breakdown.

Giggleswick School
Age
2–19
Pupils
372
Phase
notapplicable
Gender
Mixed
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Bootham School
Age
2–19
Pupils
587
Phase
notapplicable
Gender
Mixed
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Ackworth School
Age
2–19
Pupils
429
Phase
notapplicable
Gender
Mixed
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Boarding schools near Yorkshire and the Humber

Sibling regions worth comparing — many families consider two or three regions before committing, especially when travel from London or an international airport is a deciding factor.

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Data source: UK Government GIAS register (edubasealldata20260820.csv), generated 2026-10-09. Filter: Independent schools with on-site boarding provision.