THE WENSLEYDALE SCHOOL & SIXTH FORM in North Yorkshire, Leyburn

Education Centre Information: The Wensleydale School & Sixth Form:

Establishment Type:Community School
Phase of Education: Secondary
Status: Open
Local Authority: North Yorkshire
Boarders: No Boarders
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural Description: Town and Fringe - sparse
Special Classes: Has Special Classes
Religious Character: Does not apply
Nursery Provider: No Nursery Classes
Total Pupils: 478
Number of boys: 243
Number of girls: 235
Admissions: Comprehensive
Age Range: 11-18
Gender: Mixed
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Background:

Wensleydale School is a purpose-built, mixed comprehensive school for students aged 11 to 18 years. The school is situated in the market town of Leyburn and serves the whole of Wensleydale. The school has good facilities with a number of general purpose classrooms, extensive playing fields, a newly refurbished library, fully equipped laboratories, workshops, computer suites and music facilities. It runs a number of clubs and recreational activities before, during and after-school. These include art and computer clubs, drama, sports and design activities. Staff run a wide range of sporting activities and teams for students throughout the year. These activities include competitive matches against other schools in athletics, cricket, basketball, football, hockey and netball. Other special activities and trips include theatre visits, concerts and leisure trips to places of special interest. The school aims to provide a high quality education for the whole community in a safe and supportive environment.