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Rishworth School

Other independent school in Sowerby Bridge (Calderdale).

Pupils
361
on roll
Ofsted
-
no graded judgement
Attendance rate
-
not published
Pupil : Teacher
-
not published
Eligible for free school meals
0.0%
school census 2024/25
SEN support
26.6%
2025/26
Capacity
72%
361 / 500 pupils
register figure (GIAS)
Teacher turnover
-
not published

Location

iSchool location from Get Information about Schools. Nearby schools are coloured by phase. Open Map+ for a full-screen map with neighbourhood deprivation (England only).

About

Close Menu Search Clear Search As you step through our doors, you will immediately feel that Rishworth is more than just an incredible school, it's a true community. As a co-educational boarding and day school, we welcome students from the age of three all the way through to eighteen.

In my 22 years working at the school, I have witnessed first-hand how each member of our community embodies a sense of purpose and a deep desire to make the most of the wide range of experiences and opportunities available and I am proud to lead Rishworth as its first female Head.

Founded in 1724 , Rishworth School has always been committed to delivering an inspiring education for both girls and boys. Our original schoolhouse has now become our private chapel, maintaining a cherished connection to our rich history.

At Rishworth School, we encourage students to foster a deep love of learning, to build their confidence and courage to grow to be an individual, whilst embracing the warmth and unity of our community. We celebrate every achievement and use this to springboard even greater success.

In the school’s own words, from the school website.

Enrichment

18 activitiesiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.
  • Athletics
  • Badminton
  • Band
  • Choir
  • Climbing
  • Cricket
  • Drama
  • Duke of Edinburgh
  • Football
  • Hockey
  • Netball
  • Orchestra
  • Rugby
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Textiles

and 2 more

Awards

1 awardiFound on the school website by WhatSchool. Not verified by Governance Register; the school website is the authority.
  • Duke of EdinburghPersonal development

Key facts

URN
107583
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Ages
10 to 19
Gender
Mixed
Admissions
Non-selective
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Nursery
No Nursery Classes
Local authority
Calderdale
Constituency
Calder Valley
Setting
Larger rural: Nearer to a major town or city
Opened
1911

Governing body

No governance records are published for this school in the DfE data we hold. Independent schools, colleges and some other types do not appear in the governance returns.

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