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Learn more about Chapter House’s Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, classrooms and facilities on-site at Queen Ethelburga’s.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Within our curriculum, Chapter House teaches two additional languages, Mandarin and Spanish. Timetabled lessons for Years 1-5 are taught by native speakers.
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.
Discover wellbeing at Chapter House and how we ensure your child is happy and healthy at school.
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.
Chapter House offers a variety of opportunities to get involved in performing arts including assemblies, clubs, nativities and the annual Gym & Dance Show.
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 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, 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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
Discover the volunteering and fundraising opportunities available at Chapter House Preparatory School. Apply today!
Take a virtual tour of Chapter House to experience life at Queen Ethelburga's.
Find out the termly fees at Queen Ethelburga’s. We offer sibling discounts and a generous discount for forces families.
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.
Visit Queen Ethelburga’s 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.
Find out how to apply for Queen Ethelburga’s. Here is an overview of the international application process outlining the essential documents and assessments for entering the school.
Find out how Queen Ethelburga’s can help support forces families who are eligible for the Continuity of Education Allowance.
You can contact the school reception or Admissions Team by filling out a contact form, calling or emailing the school.
Find out how to apply for Queen Ethelburga’s. Here is an overview of the UK application process, outlining the essential documents and assessments for entering the school.
Find out the entry requirements for Queen Ethelburga’s four schools. You can begin your application at any point of the year for any of our schools.
Find out the international entry requirements for each of Queen Ethelburga’s four schools. You can begin your application at any point of the year with the aim of joining the school at the beginning of September.
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 school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Find out more about our on-site medical centre for boarding students.
Discover activities, trips and qualifications available at Queen Ethelburga's as part of our Enrichment provision.
Discover Queen Ethelburga’s comprehensive careers programme (QE Futures) for students in Key Stages Two to Five.
Discover the Outreach activities offered at Queen Ethelburga's. All activities are free of charge for schools in the local area.
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.
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.
Play basketball as part of PE or compete at the county level with Queen Ethelburga’s Performance Sports Programme. Find out more here.
Cricket goes from strength to strength at Queen Ethelburga’s, with the school achieving a place in The Cricketer Magazine Schools Guide for 2025 as one of the Top 100 Senior Schools in the UK for Cricket. Apply now!
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 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.
Discover your love for netball and compete in local and national competitions. QE College also offers a Performance Sports Programme for girls who would like to compete at county level.
Play rugby as part of PE or compete at the county level with Queen Ethelburga’s Performance Sports Programme. Find out more here.
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.
Queen Ethelburga's welcomes girls and boys from 3 months and supports them through four schools – Explorers Nursery (3 Months to 3 Years), Chapter House (Age 3 to Year 5), King’s Magna (Years 6 to 9), The College (Years 10 to 13).
Queen Ethelburga’s offers a wraparound care service for up to 24 hours. Your child can join the Early Risers club, stay for an evening meal, or stay the night as part of the school’s boarding service.
Find this academic year’s term dates for Chapter House, King’s Magna and College at Queen Ethelburga’s. Click to find out more.
Discover key policy contacts for Queen Ethelburga’s. If you would like to contact Admissions, please visit the contact us page.
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 5-16 years and are day or residential.
Stay up to date with the latest news and stories at Queen Ethelburga’s.
(Age 3 - Year 5)
Begin your journey at Queen Ethelburga’s by joining Chapter House, a small school with a family atmosphere for children aged 3 to 10 years. Click the page to discover how your child can ignite their curiosity.
Explorers is a well-established nursery that provides exceptional care for children aged 3 months to 3 years, before they transition to our outstanding Chapter House Foundation Stage.
Meet the Admissions Team at Queen Ethelburga’s and begin your application for any of our four schools.
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.
Visit Chapter House School at one of the Stay and Play sessions throughout the year. Sessions involve crafts, forest school and play.
Visit Chapter House School at one of the Stay and Play sessions throughout the year. Sessions involve crafts, forest school and play.
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 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.
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!
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!
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.
Kickstart your sporting career with the Performance Sports Programme at Queen Ethelburga’s. You can train at performance level for football, cricket, basketball, rugby or netball.
King’s Magna Middle School offers the Junior English Language Programme that is designed to help junior international students in Years 6 to 9 access the regular school curriculum and move forward in their education at Queen Ethelburga's.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Learn Spanish, French, German or Mandarin at King’s Magna Middle School. Queen Ethelburga’s is a co-educational, independent day and boarding school in the North of England.
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.
King’s Magna Middle school offers several performing art options including dance lessons, drama and LAMDA sessions, as well as performances and productions.
King’s Magna Middle school offers a broad range of musical lessons, performances, co-curricular options and opportunities to compete nationally.
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.
Learn History and Geography as part of Humanities at King’s Magna Middle School. Queen Ethelburga’s is a co-educational, independent day and boarding school in the North of England.
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.
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.
Discover Queen Ethelburga’s scholarships available to UK students who have a gift in academics, sports, music, or drama.
Visit Queen Ethelburga’s 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.
Find out the termly fees at Queen Ethelburga’s for international students.
Find out how to apply for Queen Ethelburga’s. Here is an overview of the international application process outlining the essential documents and assessments for entering the school.
Find out how Queen Ethelburga’s can help support forces families who are eligible for the Continuity of Education Allowance.
You can contact the school reception or Admissions Team by filling out a contact form, calling or emailing the school.
Find out how to apply for Queen Ethelburga’s. Here is an overview of the UK application process, outlining the essential documents and assessments for entering the school.
Find out the entry requirements for Queen Ethelburga’s four schools. You can begin your application at any point of the year for any of our schools.
Find out the international entry requirements for each of Queen Ethelburga’s four schools. You can begin your application at any point of the year with the aim of joining the school at the beginning of September.
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 school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Find out more about our on-site medical centre for boarding students.
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.
Discover activities, trips and qualifications available at Queen Ethelburga's as part of our Enrichment provision.
Discover QE's Study Toolkit, our scheme to help students revise better.
Discover Queen Ethelburga’s comprehensive careers programme (QE Futures) for students in Key Stages Two to Five.
Discover the Outreach activities offered at Queen Ethelburga's. All activities are free of charge for schools in the local area.
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.
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.
Play basketball as part of PE or compete at the county level with Queen Ethelburga’s Performance Sports Programme. Find out more here.
Cricket goes from strength to strength at Queen Ethelburga’s, with the school achieving a place in The Cricketer Magazine Schools Guide for 2025 as one of the Top 100 Senior Schools in the UK for Cricket. Apply now!
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 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.
Discover your love for netball and compete in local and national competitions. QE College also offers a Performance Sports Programme for girls who would like to compete at county level.
Play rugby as part of PE or compete at the county level with Queen Ethelburga’s Performance Sports Programme. Find out more here.
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.
Queen Ethelburga's welcomes girls and boys from 3 months and supports them through four schools – Explorers Nursery (3 Months to 3 Years), Chapter House (Age 3 to Year 5), King’s Magna (Years 6 to 9), The College (Years 10 to 13).
Queen Ethelburga’s offers a wraparound care service for up to 24 hours. Your child can join the Early Risers club, stay for an evening meal, or stay the night as part of the school’s boarding service.
Find this academic year’s term dates for Chapter House, King’s Magna and College at Queen Ethelburga’s. Click to find out more.
Discover key policy contacts for Queen Ethelburga’s. If you would like to contact Admissions, please visit the contact us page.
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 5-16 years and are day or residential.
Stay up to date with the latest news and stories at Queen Ethelburga’s.
Thank you for booking onto the King's Magna Taster Day!
(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.
Meet the Admissions Team at Queen Ethelburga’s and begin your application for any of our four schools.
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.
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.
Discover Queen Ethelburga’s fantastic sports provision for basketball, cricket, football, netball, hockey, swimming, rugby and athletics. Begin your athletic career at QE.
Kickstart your sporting career with the Performance Sports Programme at Queen Ethelburga’s. You can train at performance level for football, cricket, basketball, rugby or netball.
Find out the termly fees at Queen Ethelburga’s. We offer sibling discounts and a generous discount for forces families.
Find out the termly fees at Queen Ethelburga’s for international students.
Find out how to apply for Queen Ethelburga’s. Here is an overview of the international application process outlining the essential documents and assessments for entering the school.
Find out how to apply for Queen Ethelburga’s. Here is an overview of the UK application process, outlining the essential documents and assessments for entering the school.
Find out the entry requirements for Queen Ethelburga’s four schools. You can begin your application at any point of the year for any of our schools.
Find out the international entry requirements for each of Queen Ethelburga’s four schools. You can begin your application at any point of the year with the aim of joining the school at the beginning of September.
Extend your time at Queen Ethelburga’s by joining a camp or course. There is something available for every child, whether a QE student or not. Click to find out more.
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.
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.
Play basketball as part of PE or compete at the county level with Queen Ethelburga’s Performance Sports Programme. Find out more here.
Cricket goes from strength to strength at Queen Ethelburga’s, with the school achieving a place in The Cricketer Magazine Schools Guide for 2025 as one of the Top 100 Senior Schools in the UK for Cricket. Apply now!
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 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.
Discover your love for netball and compete in local and national competitions. QE College also offers a Performance Sports Programme for girls who would like to compete at county level.
Play rugby as part of PE or compete at the county level with Queen Ethelburga’s Performance Sports Programme. Find out more here.
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 5-16 years and are day or residential.
The King’s Theatre is the hub of performing arts at Queen Ethelburga’s; a full scale professional venue with a seating capacity of over 300 for external and internal events.
Stay up to date with the latest news and stories at Queen Ethelburga’s.
Your journey with Queen Ethelburga’s doesn’t end when you leave. Discover events and opportunities for Old Ethelburgians.
New for 2024! Queen Ethelburga's is offering the NCUK International Foundation Year in Business or Science to give you a competitive edge when applying for university.
Stay at Queen Ethelburga’s between terms with Holidays at QE available for QE and non-QE students! We offer a variety of music, sports, and academic pathways throughout the year.
Join one of the top independent schools for academic results in the country. Queen Ethelburga’s College is here to help you become the best that you can be with the gifts that you have.
Join us at QE College, one of the top independent schools for academic results in the country. Queen Ethelburga’s College is here to help you become the best that you can be with the gifts that you have.
Discover over 60 GCSE, BTEC or A Level subjects available to study at Queen Ethelburga’s College.
Choose between studying GCSE, BTEC or A Level courses in Business, Economics or Marketing at Queen Ethelburga’s College.
Choose between studying GCSE, BTEC or A Level Computing courses at Queen Ethelburga’s College.
Choose between studying 3D Design, Art, Craft and Design, Creative Digital Media Production, Photography or Graphic Communication at Queen Ethelburga’s College.
Study English Language and English Literature at GCSE and A Level at Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate. Follow the link to find out more.
Pursue your love of gaming by taking a BTEC in Esports and joining the Young Game Designers. Queen Ethelburga’s is an independent day and boarding school welcoming students from 3 months to 19 years. Apply today!
Study a variety of BTEC, GCSE or A Level courses in Sport. For 2025, we are offering an additional GCSE in Food Preparation and Nutrition. Apply today!
Study History and Geography at GCSE and A Level at Queen Ethelburga’s. Click the link to find out more.
Discover Law BTEC at Queen Ethelburga's College.
Study Mathematics, Further Mathematics and Advanced Mathematics at GCSE and A Level at Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate. Follow the link to find out more.
Study French, German or Spanish as a Modern Foreign Language at GCSE and A Level at Queen Ethelburga’s College. Follow the link to find out more.
Study Music as a BTEC or A Level at Queen Ethelburga’s College. Click the link to find out why QE feels like home.
Choose to take Drama, Dance or Performing Arts as a GCSE or BTEC at Queen Ethelburga’s. The choice between two senior schools
Study Physics, Biology and Chemistry at GCSE, A Level and BTEC level at Queen Ethelburga’s. Follow the link to find out more.
Study Psychology or Criminology at Queen Ethelburga’s. Follow the link to discover what GCSE, BTEC or A Levels are available.
Discover how students can access the excellent wellbeing provision at Queen Ethelburga’s College, a private senior school in North Yorkshire.
Personal Development is a one-hour weekly lesson that focuses on personal, social and health education. Click for more information about Key Stage Four at Queen Ethelburga’s.
Discover parent communication at Queen Ethelburga’s College, an independent, co-educational day and boarding senior school in North Yorkshire.
Give a learning experience that goes beyond the classroom. Queen Ethelburga’s offers exciting trips for students in Key Stage Four and Key Stage Five. Follow the link to find out more.
Named the Independent Senior School for Academic Results North by The Times, discover Queen Ethelburga’s excellent exam results.
Discover Queen Ethelburga’s College university destinations and alumni stories.
(Years 10-13)
Study GCSE, BTEC or A Levels at the Top Independent Senior School for Academic Results in the North.
Meet the Admissions Team at Queen Ethelburga’s and begin your application for any of our four schools.
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.
Discover Queen Ethelburga’s fantastic sports provision for basketball, cricket, football, netball, hockey, swimming, rugby and athletics. Begin your athletic career at QE.
(Age 3 - Year 5)
Begin your journey at Queen Ethelburga’s by joining Chapter House, a small school with a family atmosphere for children aged 3 to 10 years. Click the page to discover how your child can ignite their curiosity.
(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.
(Years 10-13)
Study GCSE, BTEC or A Levels at the Top Independent Senior School for Academic Results in the North.
We warmly invite you to our Whole School Open Day on campus here at the beautiful Thorpe Underwood Estate in North Yorkshire.
Join us to gain in-depth insight into the Queen Ethelburga’s community, which welcomes children from 3 months to 18 years old.
Our informal morning programme will allow you to learn more about our four Excellent rated (ISI) schools, meet with staff and hear from our students.
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When is the next Open Day at Queen Ethelburga's?
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Scheduled one-hour tours begin at 9:30 am and run every half hour until 11 am. Following your tour, there will be time to meet our academic and admissions staff in The Atrium, where you can also enjoy a light lunch.
Learn about Queen Ethelburga’s approach to education and discuss how we can support your child’s aspirations through the quality of teaching, extra-curricular activities, and strong pastoral care.
Bookings are open for our 2025/2026 Open Days. If you'd like to visit the school before September, please contact our Admissions team to arrange a private tour, or explore other events listed on our Visit page.