Bootham School
York, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber · YO30 7BU
Bootham School is an independent, fee-charging school in York, admitting pupils from age 11 and educating around 623 children across its medium-sized roll. Families considering Bootham should be aware that its published headline results sit below the national picture, with an Attainment 8 score of 36.5 against a national average of 46.9. Some of this may reflect how independent schools enter pupils for qualifications, but the figures are worth discussing directly with the school.
623
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- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 623
- Location
- York, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber
- Website
- www.boothamschool.com
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Latest results
Attainment 8
36.5
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
The school's Attainment 8 score of 36.5 falls some way short of the national average of 46.9, and the published proportion of pupils gaining grade 5 or above in English and Maths is recorded as 0% against a national average of 47%. Independent schools often follow alternative qualification routes that are not always captured in these comparable measures, so parents are encouraged to ask Bootham how it reports and benchmarks its own results.
The last word
An independent option in the heart of York for families seeking a smaller school setting; prospective parents should look closely at the published attainment data and raise it with the school directly.
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Bootham School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Bootham School located?
Bootham School is located at 51 Bootham, York, YO30 7BU.
What type of school is Bootham School?
Bootham School is an independent (fee-paying) school in Yorkshire and the Humber.
How many pupils attend Bootham School?
Bootham School has approximately 623 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.