# Upper Wharfedale School — Skipton, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Secondary
- **Parent rating:** 4.6/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Principal:** Mr I Chapman

## Contact

- **Address:** Skipton, United Kingdom
- **Phone:** 1764892825
- **Website:** https://www.uws.n-yorks.sch.uk
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/skipton/upper-wharfedale-school-8917

## About

Upper Wharfedale School is a popular, over-subscribed non-selective school within the selective system of the Craven area. We are proud of our student-centred, inclusive ethos, prioritising excellence in teaching and celebrating all student achievement.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Outstanding — Jun 2019
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Outstanding — Jun 2019

## Recent parent reviews

- **4/5** — A Mixed Experience: We've had a bit of an up-and-down experience at Upper Wharfedale so far. The school's emphasis on student well-being is great, but some of the teachers seem a bit inconsistent in their approach. We're hoping things will improve over time. *(Mar 2023)*
- **5/5** — Exceptional School with a Caring Community: We've only recently moved to Upper Wharfedale and I'm so glad we did. The staff are supportive, the facilities are excellent, and the emphasis on British Values is wonderful. Our daughter is thriving here! *(Oct 2022)*
- **5/5** — Outstanding Education and Personal Growth: As a former parent, I can confidently say that Upper Wharfedale School exceeded our expectations in every way. The teachers are dedicated, the curriculum is engaging, and the school's commitment to excellence is evident in everything they do. *(Jun 2021)*

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