- The “happy and busy community” at Ashville is dedicated to providing an all-round education for pupils aged 2-18.
- The school stays true to its founding Methodist ethos emphasising traditional Christian values of openness, respect for others and a sense of social responsibility. It welcomes pupils from all faiths and none.
- Founded in 1877, it has been coeducational for more than 40 years. Its 800 pupils include 100 boarders from across the UK and about 20 countries around the world.
- The school has a 70-acre site on the edge of the spa town of Harrogate, close to the Yorkshire Dales.
- Scholarships are awarded to those displaying outstanding talents in music, art, drama and sport, but the school is clear that these “should not be considered as a means of fee assistance” and are reviewed at the end of year 9 and year 11. Means-tested bursaries, for those “whose circumstances may mean they cannot afford the full fees” are also available.
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