The short version
Below-average GCSE results. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are below the national average (Attainment 8: 16.4 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
- This is a Catholic school, so faith criteria may apply to admissions
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
16.4
27.4 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
0%
EBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
0%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B-
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.22
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
41% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 11–19
- Intake
- Mixed
- Character
- Catholic
Numbers
- Pupils
- 404
- Capacity
- 67%
Governance
- Local authority
- North Yorkshire
- Head
- Mr Jon Mutton (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksStandard inspection: Good
8 official reports linked on this page, including 7 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Education and boarding inspection summary
September 2023 | Inspection
Additional inspection
October 2022 | Inspection
Standard inspection: Inadequate
November 2021 | Inspection
Education and boarding inspection summary
November 2021 | Inspection
Additional inspection
March 2021 | Inspection
Additional inspection
February 2021 | Inspection
Additional inspection
September 2020 | Inspection
Location
Ampleforth, York, North Yorkshire, YO62 4ER
Rural setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmQuestions parents ask
What is Ampleforth College's Ofsted rating?
Ampleforth College was rated Good at its most recent inspection in September 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend Ampleforth College?
Ampleforth College currently has 404 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Ampleforth College take?
Ampleforth College caters for pupils aged 11 to 19.
Where is Ampleforth College?
Ampleforth College is in York, YO62 4ER, in the North Yorkshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Ampleforth College have a sixth form?
Yes, Ampleforth College has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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