Information for Mount St Mary’s College & Barlborough Hall School Parents

We are deeply saddened to learn of the closure of Mount St Mary’s College & Barlborough Hall, and our thoughts are very much with the staff, pupils and families affected by this news.

We understand that this will be an incredibly difficult and uncertain time for many families. Please be assured that we are here to support you in exploring the next steps. Our admissions team is available to discuss options for entry into Year 7 through to Year 13, for September 2025.

If you would like further information or a conversation with a member of our team, please contact us at: admissions@sedberghschool.org or click the button below and complete an enquiry form.

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Sedbergh Prep and Senior Schools

As the North of England’s leading boarding school, Sedbergh provides an exceptional environment from 13+ in which children are encouraged to flourish both personally and academically. Our boarding houses offer a warm, structured, and aspirational setting where individuality is respected and potential is purposefully developed. Through diverse leadership pathways across service initiatives, sports, the creative and performing arts, in CCF and our inspiring pathways programme, pupils develop the confidence and competence to lead with purpose.

Grounded in the School’s core values of Humility, Ambition, Resilience, and Kindness, Sedberghians are prepared to lead with integrity and contribute meaningfully to the world beyond school.

Sedbergh Prep School is located in Casterton, less than 10 miles from our Senior School campus in Sedbergh. From Pre-Prep to Year 8, Sedbergh Prep School offers outstanding facilities and opportunities, for both boarding and day pupils, with a number of flexible boarding options available from Year 3.

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We warmly invite prospective families to visit both Sedbergh Prep School and Sedbergh School to experience our unique environment, outstanding facilities, and welcoming community. We are happy to arrange private tours tailored to your schedule, ensuring you can explore our schools at a time and date that suits you. Whether you’re interested in the Prep or Senior School—or both—our team will be delighted to guide you through the campus, answer any questions, and help you discover what makes Sedbergh such a special place.

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Sedbergh School Celebrates Glowing ISI Inspection Report

Sedbergh School is proud to announce the outstanding findings of its recent full inspection by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), which took place between 29 April and 1 May 2025. The report confirms that Sedbergh meets all regulatory standards, with particular commendation for its boarding provision, pastoral care, educational quality and leadership.

Inspectors highlighted the school’s boarding environment as a “significant strength”, praising the warm, structured, and enriching experience provided to pupils. The report noted that boarders benefit from “high levels of pastoral care and academic support,” while enjoying refurbished houses, dedicated staff, and a rich co-curricular programme that builds both confidence and self-reliance.

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