Ghyll Royd School and Pre-School
School summary
A small independent setting for children from toddlerhood to the end of primary, Ghyll Royd School and Pre-School draws together just 121 pupils across its 2-11 age range in Ilkley. That intimate scale shapes the experience here, allowing staff to know each child well as they progress from the pre-school into the main school. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its highest grade of 'excellent', and found all compliance standards met.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 16 September 2025
Teaching & academics
The ISI judged the school 'excellent', the top rating available, which speaks to the quality of teaching and learning across these early years. Around 8 per cent of pupils receive SEN support, suggesting a willingness to accommodate a range of needs within a small, close-knit community.
Head · Mr David Martin
School life & ethos
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 8.26%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £10,650
Schools nearby
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Westville House School
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Lady Lane Park School & Nursery
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Bronte House
Bradford, Yorkshire and the Humber
Woodhouse Grove School
Bradford, Yorkshire and the Humber
Bradford Christian School
Bradford, Yorkshire and the Humber
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For families seeking a small, nurturing primary with a top inspection grade, Ghyll Royd offers a gentle, well-rounded start under Head Mr David Martin.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.