Ackworth School Pontefract Road, Ackworth, Pontefract WF7 7LT
About the Business
Welcome to Ackworth School, a leading educational institution located in Pontefract, United Kingdom. Established in 1779, Ackworth School has a long history of academic excellence and commitment to providing quality education to students.
Our institution is renowned for its exceptional academic programs, dedicated faculty, and innovative learning approaches. We offer a comprehensive curriculum that spans from primary level education to A-level qualifications, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded education that equips them with the knowledge and skills they need for success.
Our campus is situated on over 200 acres of picturesque parkland, providing an ideal learning environment for our students. Our facilities include state-of-the-art classrooms, science laboratories, sports facilities, and boarding houses that provide a comfortable and supportive environment for students who choose to live on campus.
At Ackworth School, we are committed to offering a holistic learning experience that fosters personal growth and development. We provide numerous extracurricular activities, including music, drama, art, sports, and community service opportunities, allowing students to explore their passions and develop valuable life skills.
We believe that a strong sense of community is essential to educational success, and we work hard to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all our students. Our dedicated faculty and staff are committed to supporting the academic and personal growth of each student, ensuring they receive the care and attention they need to thrive.
Whether you are looking for a traditional boarding school experience or a high-quality day school, Ackworth School has the resources and expertise to help you achieve your academic goals. We welcome students from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing learning environment that prepares them for success in a rapidly changing world. Contact us today to learn more about our programs and how we can help you achieve your educational aspirations.
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Location & Phone number
Pontefract Rd, Ackworth, Pontefract WF7 7LT, United Kingdom
Hours open
Monday:
08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday:
08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday:
08:00 - 16:00
Thursday:
08:00 - 16:00
Friday:
08:00 - 16:00
Saturday:
Closed
Sunday:
Closed
Reviews
"Chicken is dry, tastes like cardboard"
"Visiting my old boarding school ( '65 to '72) hugely cathartic experience. As a non quaker scholarship girl always felt different uninvited to others homes in th holidays and a bit removed. The school buildings are largely the same stone construct with essential upgrades in heating, lighting and some luxurious additions like the senior school fitness room and sixth form lounge n self catering kitchen. Unfortunately many of the toilets in the public visitors and meeting house area are not accessible ones. For arthritic people doors are particularly stiff. Good to see the creative arts are still well supported and the design and technology rooms are much lighter and brighter than in our era. It's sad the buildings next to the swimming pool are in such a sad state of disrepair that major funding is needed to restore them. I strongly suggest them creating a just giving page or something similar to get it started. Our guide for a tour of the grounds on Open Day was gracious and charming, showing us many new features like the grow garden space, and the Autism centre. The latter was of particular note for me as late life diagnosed person. I wished l had been given the same opportunity to be supported. I do recognise though that the broad liberal education l received here stood me in good stead to be the caring compassionate social activist l am today; a confident motivational speaker and poet( hopefully publishing later this year). There are only 80 boarders now with 400+ day students. It was the reverse in my day. It's international status still remains with Chinese, American and European admissions. I wish the school well but l doubt I'll be planting a tree or placing a bench with my name on it in the memorial garden as part of my will. I exorcised a few ghosts during my visit .. l wished ld been able to stand on the stage one last time to shout my name at the back row of Fotheringill Hall. My name isn't on any achievement plaques. I was a player it forgot. I might just dedicate a poem to the school in my Poetry lTYC series and that will be our shared legacy."
"Wonderful boarding school."
"I had an awful experience boarding at this school in year 7. Send your kids somwhere with more compassion and care."
"It was a good quaker school back in the 90s. Hope everyone is well."
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