Cundall Manor School
· YO61 2RW
Cundall Manor is a thriving co-educational independent all-through school on a 28-acre rural campus in North Yorkshire, combining day and flexi-boarding provision. The school articulates a 'dynamic education is best' philosophy, emphasising academic attainment alongside wellbeing and lived experience. It positions itself as a small, nurturing community where personal development is central, and claims top performance in the government league tables for Attainment 8 among independent schools in North Yorkshire.
- →Strong academic results with highest Attainment 8 ranking among independent schools in North Yorkshire (government league tables)
- →All-through provision from nursery to sixth form in a small, personal community where every child is known
- →Flexible boarding option alongside day provision, with rural campus offering outdoor pursuits and space for development
Who thrives here
Pupils who thrive in small, nurturing environments where personalised attention and outdoor learning are valued; those seeking a balanced education integrating academic rigour with broader character development and wellbeing.
Strengths at a glance
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At a glance
Contact & visit
Cundall, York, North Yorkshire
YO61 2RW
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Cundall Manor School?
Day fees at Cundall Manor School are approximately £26,241 per year (2025/26). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Cundall Manor School?
Cundall Manor School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Cundall Manor School's exam results?
At Cundall Manor School, 37.7% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Cundall Manor School a boarding school?
Cundall Manor School offers boarding as well as day places.
What is Cundall Manor School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Cundall Manor School “Good” (2018).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Personal, nurturing environment where every child is known by staff
✓Strong academic attainment (top independent school in North Yorkshire for Attainment 8)
✓Integration of outdoor learning and wellbeing with academic rigour
✓Supportive parent community and accessible pastoral approach
✓Flexible boarding option allowing day and boarding families to coexist
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted, limiting independent validation of claims and standards
!Rural location may present accessibility and transport challenges for some families
!Limited publicly available data on sixth-form destinations and broader outcomes