Giggleswick School
Giggleswick School
Giggleswick School
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Giggleswick School

It would be hard to find a school with a stronger family feel than this all-through co-ed set in the gorgeous Yorkshire Dales. Many pupils are children of teachers (often both mum and dad are on staff) and/or children of alumni – we met a handful of teachers who are former pupils – and the Old Giggleswick network sees OGs pouring their time back into the school. It is testament to the trust and loyalty Giggleswick inspires. With its nurturing approach tailored to the individual, soaring academic results, outdoor pursuits that are second to none and seamless age two to 18 ...
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  • Pupils Raise Over £1,000 in 24-Hour Charity Bike Ride for Sepsis Trust

    Pupils from Morrison House at Giggleswick School have completed an incredible 24- hour charity mountain bike challenge, raising over £1,000 in support of the UK Sepsis Trust.
    Pupils Raise Over £1,000 in 24-Hour Charity Bike Ride for Sepsis Trust
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  • Giggleswick Pupils Shine at Blackburn Festival of Music

    Giggleswick pupils hit all the right notes at the Blackburn Festival of Music, delivering outstanding performances that showcased their talent and dedication.
    Giggleswick Pupils Shine at Blackburn Festival of Music
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  • Giggleswick Runners Shine at National Cross-country Championships

    Two talented young athletes from Giggleswick School delivered outstanding performances at the National Cross Country Championships at Parliament Hill, London, on Saturday, 22nd February.
    Giggleswick Runners Shine at National Cross-country Championships
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  • Pupil-Led Initiative at Giggleswick School Raises Nearly £1,000 for Charity

    Giggleswick School pupils race ultra-marathon runner in a 55k 'Gigg to Gigg' challenge.
    Pupil-Led Initiative at Giggleswick School Raises Nearly £1,000 for Charity
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  • Giggleswick School Celebrates GCSE Success as Top Grades Surge by 13%

    Year 11 pupils at Giggleswick are celebrating an impressive set of GCSE results today. The proportion of pupils achieving grades 7-9 has risen to 43.5%, marking a significant 13% increase from 2023.
    Giggleswick School Celebrates GCSE Success as Top Grades Surge by 13%
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  • Giggleswick School Pupils Celebrate A Level Success with Outstanding Results and Diverse Future Pathways

    Year 13 pupils today are celebrating A level and BTEC success and are following their chosen path as they move on to a wide variety of exciting futures. We're delighted to share that our A*-A equivalent results have increased by 9% to 44%, and A*-C equivalent by 6% to 89%.
    Giggleswick School Pupils Celebrate A Level Success with Outstanding Results and Diverse Future Pathways
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  • Giggleswick School stands by its decision to absorb VAT following the Chancellor’s announcement

    One of the UK’s oldest boarding schools has confirmed it will stand by its commitment to current and future families to absorb the cost of VAT.
    Giggleswick School stands by its decision to absorb VAT following the Chancellor’s announcement
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  • Giggleswick School vows not to increase fees amidst Labour's VAT policy

    One of the UK’s oldest boarding schools has announced its decision not to increase its fees should the Labour Party come into power later this year.
    Giggleswick School vows not to increase fees amidst Labour's VAT policy
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  • 10 Questions with Sam Hart, head of Giggleswick School

    10 Questions with Sam Hart, head of Giggleswick School
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  • Join our Virtual Introduction to Boarding in Year 7

    Join our Virtual Introduction to Boarding in Year 7
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  • Giggleswick School Teacher wins Britain’s Most Brutal Endurance Race

    Giggleswick School Teacher wins Britain’s Most Brutal Endurance Race
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  • The 'Gaggle': A school adventure in the Yorkshire Dales

    Students and staff embarked yesterday on a memorable event known as the 'Gaggle.' This cherished tradition saw participants choosing from four routes that wind through the picturesque landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales. Each route offered its own unique experience, catering to different interests and abilities.
    The 'Gaggle': A school adventure in the Yorkshire Dales
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  • Giggleswick School announces three new academic appointments

    Giggleswick is delighted to announce three new academic appointments, joining the team for the new 2023-24 academic year.
    Giggleswick School announces three new academic appointments
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  • Giggleswick School graded 'EXCELLENT' in all areas

    Giggleswick School in Settle is delighted to announce that it has been rated ‘Excellent’ in all areas, following its recent Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) report.
    Giggleswick School graded 'EXCELLENT' in all areas
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  • RSC Schools' Analyst Competition

    Year 12 Chemistry students participated in the national Schools Analyst Competition run by the Royal Society For Chemistry which incorporated a number of tasks over 4 hours.
    RSC Schools' Analyst Competition
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  • See Giggleswick School in our All-through Schools Guide.

    See Giggleswick School in our All-through Schools Guide.
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  • See Giggleswick School in our Senior Boarding Schools Guide.

    See Giggleswick School in our Senior Boarding Schools Guide.
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Giggleswick School is
linked with:

Mill House Pre-school at Giggleswick School
Mill House Pre-school at Giggleswick School Settle
Giggleswick Prep School
Giggleswick Prep School Settle

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Giggleswick, Settle, North Yorkshire BD24 0DE

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admissions@giggleswick.org.uk
01729 893000

Website
giggleswick.org.uk

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