Our Prep and Senior School are located on our 16-acre campus, only ten minutes’ walk from York train station.
Spacious lawns and playing fields are surrounded by school buildings, providing pupils with a safe and secure place to not only learn but to explore and relax.
A Quaker Foundation
The Mount School was founded in 1785, when prominent Quakers, Esther and William Tuke, wanted to provide a a high – quality, values led education. Today, that legacy continues as Mount pupils lead fulfilling lives that extend far beyond academic results.
Mount pupils enter society as independent, open-minded individuals, confident to speak up. We take pride in nurturing remarkable young adults who don’t just observe the world, they seek to improve it. As a proud Quaker School, we are constantly thinking beyond the ‘safe’ curriculum to equip our pupils for life, encouraging them to actively take risks and be ‘peaceful disruptors’ for good.
Small buy Mighty, our Community
In a recent survey, Mount pupils overwhelmingly named our school community as the aspect of school life they value the most. This deep rooted sense of belonging doesn’t happen by accident. It is grown within our peaceful setting and guided by our Quaker ethos, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. By fostering an environment where every individual is truly known, we provide a level or personal support that ensures no pupil is ever ‘just a number’.
We believe our small size is our greatest strength. Far from being a limitation, it acts as a springboard for ambition. In a close-knit environment, pupils feel the safety and confidence to look beyond boundaries, knowing they have a community standing firmly behind them as they reach for their goals.
Top A Level Results in York
Academically, The Mount consistently performs well. We’re proud to have achieved the highest A*- B A Level grades in York for Summer 2024, and our GCSE results are consistently strong. Our value-added results are also strong with pupils consistently achieving beyond their expectations. Mount pupils go on to study at prestigious universities worldwide, pursuing a wide range of subjects. Additionally, we offer guidance and support for students seeking apprenticeships or career opportunities.
Thrive at The Mount
Mount pupils constantly enjoy opportunities to test themselves beyond the classroom, we offer a variety of activities and trips and our pupils are not afraid to try anything and live adventurously! Recent activities include a Prep School residential adventure trip, Bath Model United Nations for public speaking, regional competitions in all academic fields, such as the UK Maths Trust, and Physics Olympics, and national performing arts contests like The Great Big Dance Off (Finalists 2025), plus a host of sporting competitions including an impressive track record in netball tournaments such as The U19s Silcoates’ Invitational which we recently won.
Curiosity Leads the Way!
In The Mount Prep School children’s curiosity leads the way. Our Explore, Discover, Create approach allows us to cultivate curiosity, fostering a spirit of exploration, creativity and lifelong learning that prepares pupils to confidently make their mark on the world.
Through our bespoke curriculum, learning adventures and trips, we delve deeper into topics and make real-world connections that go beyond the scope of traditional lessons, harnessing children’s natural curiosity to develop a love of learning.
Pioneers in Girls’ Education
In Senior School we are pioneers in girls’ education. We provide an inspirational environment designed specifically around the needs of young women, as they navigate transformative, and educationally vital, teenage years. Our girls to leave feeling empowered and confident, believing nothing is beyond their reach.
Our Quaker founders recognised a truth that remains just as relevant today: girls excel in an all-girls environment. By removing social pressures and glass ceilings, we allow our senior girls to take centre stage.
We don’t just teach subjects; we build character. Mount girls leave us equipped with, skills, ambition and courage. They have the resilience to lead, innovate, and stay true to themselves.
While we are proud of the proven benefits our single-sex Senior School provides during the vital exam years, we champion a balanced approach by integrating co-educational musical, sporting, and charitable collaborations to ensure our pupils flourish socially alongside their regional peers.
Day School Enhanced by our Fantastic Boarding Environment
Our small size creates a welcoming community where everyone feels supported. We welcome full, weekly, and flexible boarders from around the world, including Asia, Africa, Europe, and the UK.
Boarding at The Mount is a rewarding experience that encourages girls to explore new interests and make the most of our diverse opportunities. On weekends, we offer a variety of activities, including water parks, bowling, cinema, skiing, historical tours, and self-defense classes. Day pupils are also welcome to join these trips, fostering friendships and creating lasting memories.
Head, Anna Wilby:
“I am delighted to be the new Head of The Mount School . I have so enjoyed getting to know our fantastic pupils, parents and wider Mount Community, and discovering our pupils’ interests and passions.
It is an honour to lead this exceptional school and embrace the Quaker ethos where pupils live adventurously, strive for personal excellence and respect and value each other. I encourage all pupils to aim high whether that be academic, sporting, creative, making their mark in the community, or all of the above. I am a huge believer in holistic education and the balance and harmony that comes from hard work in the classroom and dedication to co-curricular activities. Of course, we want our pupils to leave school with the best grades that are achievable, but we also want them to leave as excellent, resilient and well-rounded people.
I love hearing pupils, past and present, stories of The Mount, listening tor feedback on the wonderful education we offer, and generally getting to know the community to ensure our pupils get the most out of their time with us. I also look forward to meeting and welcoming new families to our wonderful school.
Finally, I would like to extend my appreciation for the warm welcome that I have received at The Mount this year. I have clearly joined a very special place.”
Upcoming Open Events
- Prep School Open Morning, Friday 1 May, 9am-11.30am
- Open Doors, Saturday 6 June, 10am-12pm
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