2025 ISI Inspection Report

A MESSAGE FROM HEADMASTER, DAN HARRISON

I am immensely proud of the findings in this report, which capture the spirit, values, and hard work of everyone within the Sedbergh School community. To have met all required standards across leadership, safeguarding, education, and wellbeing is a significant achievement in itself, but to be recognised as having a significant strength in our boarding provision is particularly noteworthy. Such accolades are not easily awarded and reflect the genuine depth and quality of our full boarding environment. I am especially proud that the inspectors recognised how fully we live the values of Sedbergh: Humility, Ambition, Resilience and Kindness, and how these guide not only our pupils but the wider school culture. It was also pleasing to see the importance of pupil voice highlighted, with inspectors noting the clear and effective structures created by leaders to ensure that every pupil feels heard, supported and able to contribute meaningfully to school life. As one of the few remaining full boarding schools in the UK, Sedbergh’s model is increasingly relevant, offering structure, belonging and opportunity at a time when these matter more than ever.

Sedbergh continues to grow in strength and reputation, with rising enquiries from across the UK and overseas.

I hope you enjoy reading some of the key highlights in this brochure.

Mr Dan Harrison

Headmaster