The short version
Above-average GCSE results. 87% capacity.
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 49.6 vs national 43.8)
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
49.6
5.8 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
49%
7.0pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
6%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.34
Band 2Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Special Educational Needs
28% of pupils have identified special educational needs or disabilities.
Breakdown
Source: DfE School Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Other independent school
- Ages
- 2–19
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 781
- Capacity
- 87%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- North Yorkshire
- Head
- Mrs Rhiannon Wilkinson (Headmaster)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
- Nursery
- Yes
- Boarding
- Boarding school
Inspection record
Official linksIndependent school not found on standard Ofsted provider pages; defer to later ISI-specific handling.
Location
Green Lane, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG2 9JP
Town setting
Questions parents ask
Is Ashville College a selective school?
Yes. Ashville College has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
How many pupils attend Ashville College?
Ashville College currently has 781 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does Ashville College take?
Ashville College caters for pupils aged 2 to 19.
Where is Ashville College?
Ashville College is in Harrogate, HG2 9JP, in the North Yorkshire local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does Ashville College have a sixth form?
Yes, Ashville College has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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