Early Years Foundation Stage
Learn more about Chapter House’s Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, classrooms and facilities on-site at Queen Ethelburga’s.
Key Stage One
Key Stage One is an exciting point in children’s learning journey as they begin classroom lessons full-time. Building on the foundations learnt in EYFS, lessons continue to be practical, engaging and fostering a love for learning.
Key Stage Two
Key Stage Two students at Chapter House learn two languages, a musical instrument and have access to an onsite swimming pool. Visit the page to see how teachers create a curriculum based on your child’s curiosities.
Moving To Year 6
Transitioning from Year 5 to Year 6 is a big leap at Queen Ethelburga’s. Students move from Chapter House School to King’s Magna Middle School. Find out how the school helps children make the transition.
Academic Learning
At Chapter House, learning is based on a question, a passion, a curiosity. Find out how Chapter House teachers build a curriculum based on your child’s curiosities.
Forest School
A happy childhood begins in the great outdoors and at Chapter House the Forest School is the perfect playground for children to spend their afternoons searching for minibeasts, climbing trees, making dens and hiding from the Gruffalo.
Boarding Key Stage Two
Give your child the full experience at Queen Ethelburga’s by choosing to board. Your child will be looked after by a team of supportive staff who are experts at making boarding feel like home.
Personal Development
Personal Development is a one-hour weekly lesson that focuses on children’s social, moral, spiritual and cultural progression. Click for more information about Chapter House Preparatory School at Queen Ethelburga’s.
EAL
Chapter House offers a programme dedicated to immersing and supporting children who are learning to speak English as an additional language. Further up in the school, students can apply for IELTS and take examinations in their native language.
Topic Lessons
Key Stage One and Key Stage Two have topic lessons that cover humanities, science, art and technology. Lessons are brought to life through amazing trips, engaging workshops and lessons inside and outside of the classroom.
Language Learning
Within our curriculum, Chapter House teaches two additional languages, Mandarin and Spanish. Timetabled lessons for Years 1-5 are taught by native speakers.
Mathematics
Learn more about the Mathematics curriculum at Chapter House from Early Years Foundation Stage to Key Stage Two. Visit the page to learn more about times tables, numbers and key instant recall facts.
Wellbeing
Discover wellbeing at Chapter House and how we ensure your child is happy and healthy at school.
English
Learn more about the English curriculum at Chapter House from Early Years Foundation Stage to Key Stage Two. Visit the page to learn more about spelling, grammar and writing lessons.
Performing Arts
Chapter House offers a variety of opportunities to get involved in performing arts including assemblies, clubs, nativities and the annual Gym & Dance Show.
Music
Enrol at Chapter House School at Queen Ethelburga’s for your child to learn a musical instrument in their lesson time. Your child can also receive peripatetic tuition and get involved in lots of musical events.
Reading
Reading is championed across all years at Chapter House. Your child can get involved in whole school reading projects, read to Indy, QE’s reading dog and become a librarian.
Computing
Computing, coding and e-safety are key components of Queen Ethelburga’s Primary School’s curriculum. Chapter House pupils from EYFS to Key Stage 2 use a range of devices to learn safe computing and make lessons fun!
Learning Support
Every child is provided with a curriculum and programme of activities that suits their needs. Queen Ethelburga’s Learning Development department are here to ensure your child is assessed and provided with the necessary support for SEND students.
Parent Communication
Never miss a moment of your child’s education at Chapter House. Throughout the year, there are multiple chances for you to speak to class teachers, burst with pride at school performances, and become a part of the school’s community.
Swimming
On-site swimming pool available for Queen Ethelburga’s students to use within their weekly timetable and after-school. Weekly swimming lessons are taught to students in Reception to Year 5.
Trips
For a learning experience that goes beyond the classroom. Chapter House offers exciting trips for pupils in Key Stage 1 and 2. Follow the link to find out more.
Physical Activity
At Chapter House physical activity is something for everyone with dedicated sports sessions designed to build key skills and fun events to take part in all through the year. Apply today!
Fundraise & Volunteer
Discover the volunteering and fundraising opportunities available at Chapter House Preparatory School. Apply today!
Virtual Tour
Take a virtual tour of Chapter House to begin to experience life at Queen Ethelburga's Collegiate.
Transport Links
Find out how to visit Queen Ethelburga’s via car, train, and plane. You can also book a bus service to take your child to school.
Open Day
Visit Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate at one of our five Open Days throughout the year. It is by far the best way to see what each of our schools can offer your child.
International Application Process
Find out how to apply for Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate. Here is an overview of the international application process outlining the essential documents and assessments for entering the school.
Forces Families
Find out how Queen Ethelburga’s can help support forces families who are eligible for the Continuity of Education Allowance.
Contact Us
You can contact the school reception or Admissions Team by filling out a contact form, calling or emailing the school.
Application Process
Find out how to apply for Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate. Here is an overview of the UK application process outlining the essential documents and assessments for entering the school.
Safeguarding
Welfare is our first priority at Queen Ethelburga’s where we aim to promote happiness, positive health and community safety of both students and staff. Every member of the Collegiate is committed to safeguarding and to promoting the welfare of children and young people.
International Summer School
Learn English and delve into British culture at Queen Ethelburga’s International Summer School. A multi-award-winning boarding school nestled in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside.
Athletics
Queen Ethelburga’s provides opportunities to compete in Track and Field (T&F) and Cross Country (XC) for students across the school. Discover more on our Athletics page.
Basketball
Play basketball as part of PE or compete at the county level with Queen Ethelburga’s Performance Sports Programme. Find out more here.
Cricket
Cricket goes from strength to strength at Queen Ethelburga’s, with the school achieving a place in The Cricketer Magazine Schools Guide for 2024 as one of the Top 100 Senior Schools in the UK for Cricket. Apply now!
Football
Football is a key strand of the excellent sporting education offered at Queen Ethelburga’s as part of the PE curriculum and the Performance Sports Programme. Click to find out more.
Hockey
Hockey is offered as a major sport for all age groups at Queen Ethelburga’s, with girls taking part in the winter term and boys in the spring term. Click to find out more.
Netball
Discover your love for netball and compete in local and national competitions. The Faculty of Queen Ethelburga’s also offers a Performance Sports Programme for girls who would like to compete at county level.
Rugby
Play rugby as part of PE or compete at the county level with Queen Ethelburga’s Performance Sports Programme. Find out more here.
Swimming
Discover your love for swimming and compete in local and national competitions. Early morning and evening sessions are available with an ASA Level 4 professional swimming coach.
About QE
The Collegiate welcomes girls and boys from 3 months and supports them through four schools – Chapter House (3 months to Year 5), King’s Magna (Year 6 to 9), The College and The Faculty (both Year 10 to 13).
Wraparound Care
Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate offers a wraparound care service for up to 24 hours. Your child can join the Early Riser’s club, stay for an evening meal, or stay the night as part of the school’s boarding service.
Term Dates
Find this academic year’s term dates for Chapter House, King’s Magna, Faculty and College at Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate. Click to find out more.
School Contacts
Discover key policy contacts for Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate. If you would like to contact Admissions, please visit the contact us page.
Camp QE
Camp QE offers fun and exciting multi-activity day and residential camps throughout the school holidays. Held at Thorpe Underwood Estate in Yorkshire, these camps are for children aged 5-13 years and are day or residential.
News
Stay up to date with the latest news and stories at Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate. Click to discover the school’s accounts.
Chapter House
(3 months - Year 5)
Begin your journey at Queen Ethelburga’s by joining Chapter House, a small school with a family atmosphere for children aged 3 months to 10 years. Click the page to discover how your child can ignite their curiosity.
Admissions
Meet the Admissions Team at Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate and begin your application for any of our four schools.
Boarding
Choose to board at Queen Ethelburga’s for the full experience and have access to the amazing school facilities like the Sports Village and Creative Arts classrooms outside of the school day.
Year 6
Begin your journey at King’s Magna Middle School in Year 6. Students do not take SAT exams and are provided with a bespoke curriculum designed as an exciting taste of Key Stage Three.
Key Stage Three
Key Stage Three students at King’s Magna enjoy a broad curriculum with a wide choice of new subjects and activities to explore. Click to find out more.
Enrichment Activities
King’s Magna is a time for students to try new skills, new hobbies and new challenges. Enrichment is at the heart of King’s Magna with many activities to try during the day, before and after school. Apply now!
Moving To Year 10
The King’s Magna journey ends with Year 9 when students prepare to choose from our two distinct senior school pathways for Years 10 to 13. Apply now!
Academic Learning
Discover what makes King’s Magna’s curriculum unique. Click here to see an overview of Year 6 and Key Stage 3 at Queen Ethelburga’s school for children in Year 6 to Year 9.
King’s Magna’s IEP
King’s Magna Middle School offers an Intensive English Preparation Course (KMIEP) that is designed to help international students in Years 6 to 9 access the regular school curriculum and move forward in their education at the Collegiate.
Boarding Key Stage Three
Give your child the full experience at Queen Ethelburga’s by choosing to board at King's Magna. Your child will be looked after by a team of supportive staff who are experts at making boarding feel like home.
Wellbeing
Discover how staff work as one team at King’s Magna to support your child’s wellbeing. The school has a student-centred approach to wellbeing and welfare to ensure your child thrives.
Trips
Give a learning experience that goes beyond the classroom. King’s Magna offer exciting trips for students in Year 6 to Year 9. Follow the link to find out more.
Science
Discover your love for science at Queen Ethelburga’s Middle School. King’s Magna has its own dedicated science laboratories and specialist teachers who are equipped to give you the skills for success.
Personal Development
Personal Development is a one-hour weekly lesson that focuses on personal, social and health education. Click for more information about King’s Magna Middle School at Queen Ethelburga’s.
Parent Communication
Never miss a moment of your child’s education at King's Magna. Throughout the year, there are multiple chances for you to speak to class teachers, burst with pride at school performances, and become a part of the school’s community.
Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)
Learn Spanish, French, German or Mandarin at King’s Magna Middle School. Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate is a co-educational, independent day and boarding school in the North of England.
Mathematics
Learn more about the Mathematics curriculum at King’s Magna from Year 6 to Year 9. Visit the page to learn more about algebra, number, geometry and statistics.
Performing Arts
King’s Magna Middle school offers several performing art options including dance lessons, drama and LAMDA sessions, as well as performances and productions.
Music
King’s Magna Middle school offers a broad range of musical lessons, performances, co-curricular options and opportunities to compete nationally.
Creative Arts
King’s Magna Middle school offers a wide range of creative art options including art lessons, studio time, national competitions and our Queen’s Academy.
Humanities
Learn History and Geography as part of Humanities at King’s Magna Middle School. Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate is a co-educational, independent day and boarding school in the North of England.
English
English is taught every day at King’s Magna and builds the foundation for reading, writing, spelling, grammar, speaking and listening. Visit the page to find out more.
Transport Links
Find out how to visit Queen Ethelburga’s via car, train, and plane. You can also book a bus service to take your child to school.
Scholarships
Discover Queen Ethelburga’s scholarships available to UK students who have a gift in academics, sports, music, or drama.
Open Day
Visit Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate at one of our five Open Days throughout the year. It is by far the best way to see what each of our schools can offer your child.
International Application Process
Find out how to apply for Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate. Here is an overview of the international application process outlining the essential documents and assessments for entering the school.
Forces Families
Find out how Queen Ethelburga’s can help support forces families who are eligible for the Continuity of Education Allowance.
Contact Us
You can contact the school reception or Admissions Team by filling out a contact form, calling or emailing the school.
Application Process
Find out how to apply for Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate. Here is an overview of the UK application process outlining the essential documents and assessments for entering the school.
Safeguarding
Welfare is our first priority at Queen Ethelburga’s where we aim to promote happiness, positive health and community safety of both students and staff. Every member of the Collegiate is committed to safeguarding and to promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Combined Cadet Force
Be involved in the Combined Cadet Force at Queen Ethelburga’s - a CEA accredited day and boarding school nestled in the North Yorkshire countryside. CCF offers incredible trips, activities and opportunities to further your education.
International Summer School
Learn English and delve into British culture at Queen Ethelburga’s International Summer School. A multi-award-winning boarding school nestled in the beautiful North Yorkshire countryside.
Athletics
Queen Ethelburga’s provides opportunities to compete in Track and Field (T&F) and Cross Country (XC) for students across the school. Discover more on our Athletics page.
Basketball
Play basketball as part of PE or compete at the county level with Queen Ethelburga’s Performance Sports Programme. Find out more here.
Cricket
Cricket goes from strength to strength at Queen Ethelburga’s, with the school achieving a place in The Cricketer Magazine Schools Guide for 2024 as one of the Top 100 Senior Schools in the UK for Cricket. Apply now!
Football
Football is a key strand of the excellent sporting education offered at Queen Ethelburga’s as part of the PE curriculum and the Performance Sports Programme. Click to find out more.
Hockey
Hockey is offered as a major sport for all age groups at Queen Ethelburga’s, with girls taking part in the winter term and boys in the spring term. Click to find out more.
Netball
Discover your love for netball and compete in local and national competitions. The Faculty of Queen Ethelburga’s also offers a Performance Sports Programme for girls who would like to compete at county level.
Rugby
Play rugby as part of PE or compete at the county level with Queen Ethelburga’s Performance Sports Programme. Find out more here.
Swimming
Discover your love for swimming and compete in local and national competitions. Early morning and evening sessions are available with an ASA Level 4 professional swimming coach.
About QE
The Collegiate welcomes girls and boys from 3 months and supports them through four schools – Chapter House (3 months to Year 5), King’s Magna (Year 6 to 9), The College and The Faculty (both Year 10 to 13).
Wraparound Care
Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate offers a wraparound care service for up to 24 hours. Your child can join the Early Riser’s club, stay for an evening meal, or stay the night as part of the school’s boarding service.
Term Dates
Find this academic year’s term dates for Chapter House, King’s Magna, Faculty and College at Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate. Click to find out more.
School Contacts
Discover key policy contacts for Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate. If you would like to contact Admissions, please visit the contact us page.
Camp QE
Camp QE offers fun and exciting multi-activity day and residential camps throughout the school holidays. Held at Thorpe Underwood Estate in Yorkshire, these camps are for children aged 5-13 years and are day or residential.
News
Stay up to date with the latest news and stories at Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate. Click to discover the school’s accounts.
Taster Day
Visit King's Magna Middle School at a Taster Day on the 16th October 2024. Experience a school day at King's Magna with the option to do Sports, Performing Arts and Creative Arts.
Taster Day Thanks
Visit Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate at one of our five Open Days throughout the year. It is by far the best way to see what each of our schools can offer your child.
King's Magna
(Years 6-9)
Join King’s Magna Middle School, a place for pupils in Years 6 to 9 to discover their love of learning. Click the page to discover the broad choice of subjects and activities on offer.
Admissions
Meet the Admissions Team at Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate and begin your application for any of our four schools.
International
Queen Ethelburga’s supports international boarding students to learn English, achieve academic excellence in English qualifications and complete IELTS courses to help apply for university.
Boarding
Choose to board at Queen Ethelburga’s for the full experience and have access to the amazing school facilities like the Sports Village and Creative Arts classrooms outside of the school day.
Sport
Discover Queen Ethelburga’s fantastic sports provision for basketball, cricket, football, netball, hockey, swimming, rugby and athletics. Begin your athletic career at QE.
Academic Curriculum
Join Queen Ethelburga’s College, a school for highly aspirational students who are looking to achieve academic excellence. Click the page to find out more about the academic curriculum.
Life After College
Discover Queen Ethelburga’s College university destinations and alumni stories. Welcoming UK, forces, and international day and boarding students from 3 months to 19 years. Apply today!
Exam Results
Join the top performing independent school in Yorkshire. Queen Ethelburga’s College ranks in the top 10 schools for academic achievement for GCSE and A Level grades across the UK.
Faculty IEP
For students entering Years 10 to 13, The Faculty of Queen Ethelburga’s offers an Intensive English Preparation Course (IEP) that is designed to help international students access the regular school curriculum and move forward in their education at the Collegiate.
College AIEP
For students entering Years 10 to 13, Queen Ethelburga’s College offers an Advanced Intensive English Preparation Course (IEP) that is designed to help international students access the regular school curriculum and move forward in their education at the Collegiate.
Chapter House
(3 months - Year 5)
Begin your journey at Queen Ethelburga’s by joining Chapter House, a small school with a family atmosphere for children aged 3 months to 10 years. Click the page to discover how your child can ignite their curiosity.
King's Magna
(Years 6-9)
Join King’s Magna Middle School, a place for pupils in Years 6 to 9 to discover their love of learning. Click the page to discover the broad choice of subjects and activities on offer.
Faculty and College
(Years 10-13)
Choose a learning pathway that fits you. Queen Ethelburga’s has two senior schools for Key Stage 4 and Key Stage 5 students, to ensure you receive the learning and support that is right for you.