Our Senior School is girls only. Our Junior School is changing to be fully co-educational with boys currently in Pre-School & Reception.
Both schools 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 good quality education for Quaker children.
Beyond academic achievement, a Quaker education at The Mount today empowers pupils to lead fulfilling and rewarding lives. Mount pupils go out into society combining responsibility and independence with an open-minded, questioning attitude. Pupils grow into to remarkable young adults who seek to improve the world, being the change they wish to see. As a proud Quaker School, we are constantly thinking beyond the ‘safe’ curriculum to equip our pupils for life, urging them to actively take risks and be ‘peaceful disruptors’ for good.
Small and Mighty
Our school’s peaceful setting and Quaker ethos create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, often noted by visitors. The Mount offers a supportive community where everyone knows each other. Our small size is our strength, empowering pupils to look beyond limitations and embrace the potential in the world around them. We’re proud to have been twice nominated for the Small Independent School of the Year Award, a testament to the value of our close-knit environment.
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 Junior 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 performing arts contests like The Great Dance Off, plus a host of sporting competitions including an impressive track record in netball tournaments such as The U19s Silcoates’ Invitational which we proudly won in 2024.
Curiosity Leads the Way!
In The Mount Junior School children’s curiosity leads the way. 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.
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.
Pioneers in Girls’ Education
In Senior School we are leaders in educating girls in an environment both inspirational and pioneering in its understanding of young women’s needs as they progress through the challenging, and educationally vital, teenage years. We want our girls to leave here feeling empowered and confident, believing nothing is beyond their reach.
Our Quaker founders knew that senior girls excelled within an all-girls’ educational environment and this is still true today. Mount girls are equipped with the skills, ambition and courage to succeed in everything they aspire to do and be.
We are proud to be a single-sex girls’ senior school and believe in the proven benefits for girls’ education during their crucial exam years. However, we also acknowledge the importance of co-educational experiences, particularly during the teenage years. To provide our pupils with opportunities to interact with their peers from other schools, we offer a range of co-educational activities. These include musical ensembles like the community choir, joint sports clubs, shared trips, and collaborative charity events with other schools in the region.
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 and so looking forward to getting to know our fantastic pupils, parents and wider Mount Community, and to finding out about our pupils’ interests and passions as the year progresses.
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 have already met a good number of our pupils and parents and look forward to meeting more of you as the term continues. I will be delighted to hear your stories of The Mount, listen to your feedback on the wonderful education we offer, and generally get to know you and your children to ensure they 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 so far. I have clearly joined a very special place, and I look forward to being a part of it.”
Upcoming Open Events
- Open Day: Saturday 8 March, 10am – 1pm
- Open Doors: Saturday 26 April, 10am – 12pm
- Open Doors: Saturday 7 June, 10am – 12pm
- Contact admissions@mountschoolyork.co.uk to find out more.
Principal