Bootham School

51 Bootham, York, YO30 7BU

Independent school for ages 2–19 in York. Mixed intake, Quaker.

Bootham School is a Quaker independent school in York for boys and girls aged 2 to 19, with boarding, nursery classes and a sixth form.

Its ISI inspection in February 2025 found the relevant standards met, including safeguarding.

The school describes its Quaker heritage as shaping an education rooted in simplicity, truth, equality, peace and sustainability. It says pupils are encouraged to be adventurous and challenging in their search for truth, to enjoy learning for its own sake, and to take part in sporting, cultural, outdoor and leadership/service opportunities.

Ages 2–19 · All-through

623 pupils · On roll

Independent school · Mixed

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