Alderwasley Hall School
School summary
Alderwasley Hall School is a small independent school in Derbyshire, educating around 118 mixed pupils. With both day and boarding options available, it offers families flexibility in how their children are supported through their secondary years. The modest size means a close-knit community where pupils are likely to be well known to staff. It is led by Head Ms Sara Forsyth and inspected by the ISI.
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Teaching & academics
Entry begins at age 11, and pupils work towards GCSE qualifications. The intimate scale of the school allows for a personal approach to teaching and learning across the year groups.
Head · Ms Sara Forsyth
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- Yes
- SEN support
- 0%
- EHC plans
- 100%
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A small, non-selective independent school in Derbyshire, with boarding on offer for families seeking a close and personal setting.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.