About Giggleswick School

Giggleswick School is an independent co-educational day and boarding school in the north of England for children aged 2 to 18. We combine academic excellence with curiosity and self-belief to develop well-rounded individuals with a lifelong love of learning.

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Key Facts

Founded 1512
Head/Principal Mr. Andrew Hainsworth

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews
Safety & Security 4.5
Teaching Quality 5.0
Communication 4.5
Student Wellbeing 5.0
Facilities 5.0

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information β€’ 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.
20.0:1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
Good
19.9
Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

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Emily B Unconfirmed
Parent Sep 1, 2022
5.0

"Exceptional education and community"

We are thoroughly enjoying our experience at Giggleswick School. The staff are supportive and the facilities are excellent. Our child has thrived in the school's nurturing environment and is making great progress academically. We would highly recommend Giggleswick to any family.
Safety & Wellbeing 5/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 5/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5
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Rohan M Unconfirmed
Parent Mar 22, 2022
4.0

"Good experience, but some areas for improvement"

We have had a generally positive experience at Giggleswick School. The school's location is stunning, and the staff are generally supportive. However, we have found the communication between teachers and parents to be lacking at times, which can make it difficult to stay on top of our child's progress. We also feel that some of the extracurricular activities are a bit disorganised. Overall, we would recommend Giggleswick to families who are willing to get involved and advocate for their child.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 4/5
Communication 3/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5
Facilities 3/5
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Helen G Unconfirmed
Parent Jun 15, 2021
5.0

"A school that truly feels like home"

My children attended Giggleswick School from Year 7 to 13 and had an incredible time. The school's values of hard work, self-belief, and compassion really resonated with them and helped them develop into confident young adults. The staff were always supportive, and the facilities were top-notch. I have no hesitation in recommending Giggleswick to any family.
Safety & Wellbeing 4/5
Teaching & Learning 5/5
Communication 4/5
Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5
Facilities 5/5

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