Senior School

Pocklington School main building in spring
Incredible experiences inside and outside the classroom

We offer a myriad of opportunities with which pupils can engage
Pupils sat on benches outside the Pocklington School cricket pavilion
An all-round education

Our broad and balanced curriculum is supported by an equally far reaching co-curricular programme
Pocklington School playing fields
Working together with families

Our boarders and day pupils benefit equally from our family centred approach
Pocklington Music School Interior
Individual stretch, challenge and support

We know pupils as unique individuals and tailor their experience to their passions and interests
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A love of learning, respect for others, the confidence to embrace challenges and an enthusiasm for the world beyond the classroom are among the hallmarks of a Pocklington School education

Welcome to our
Senior School

Welcome to our Senior School where you'll discover a dynamic and vibrant atmosphere that fills every corner of our campus.

We consider it a privilege to guide our pupils through their transformative journey from Year 7 to Year 13, a path brimming with potential and opportunities.

Our Senior School is dedicated to providing a holistic and broad education, offering a wide range of activities designed to challenge and exceed pupils’ expectations, leading to outstanding outcomes.

Our committed and supportive teachers consistently go the extra mile and we take enormous pride in seeing our pupils reach their fullest potential. With incredible experiences available both inside and outside the classroom and a pupil community that is ambitious yet grounded, I am certain that your visit to our Senior School will be enjoyable. Come and join us on our exciting journey.

- Toby Seth, Headmaster of Pocklington School
Pupils stood on stage pointing, performing a scene from Treasure Island

School life in
the Senior School

Our excellent all-round education equips each pupil to develop their strength and resilience to succeed in their ambition and cope with life’s challenges.

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What’s on offer at the Senior School

  • Academic
  • Sport
  • Co-curriculum

The Senior School feeds inquiring minds with a broad and stimulating curriculum to widen pupils’ intellectual and cultural horizons. Pupils are encouraged to take control of their own learning, to feel comfortable taking risks and see mistakes as part of the journey of discovery. Every child’s academic profile is unique; we challenge our most able pupils whilst also supporting those with specific learning needs.

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We offer inclusive sports opportunities for all pupils, allowing them to compete at their own level and learn important lessons about teamwork and playing with a good sporting spirit. 

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Our extensive co-curricular activities and trips help our pupils discover new talents and build communication, leadership and resourcefulness skills, boosting their confidence and self esteem.

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Pocklington School pupil and teacher in biology field area on campus
Pocklington School pupils working with electronic components in IT
Teacher doing flaming hands experiment with Pocklington School pupils in science classroom
Pocklington School pupils working on ;laptops in Art and Design Technology Centre
Pocklington School pupil and maths teacher in class
Pocklington School pupil working in the library
Pocklington School pupil at cricket practice
Pocklington School first rugby team in a row celebrating a win
Pocklington School pupil in sports kit jumping onto high sports equipment
Pocklington School pupils and teacher coaching tennis
Pocklington School pupils in sports kit during House Sport Competition
Pocklington School pupils with trophies on sports day
Pocklington School pupils on the School Walk on the Wolds
Pocklington School pupils acting on stage in Treasure Island
Pocklington School pupils at House Music competition
Pocklington School RAF cadet in a plane on a flying day
Pocklington School pupil learning electric guitar
Pocklington School pupils learning CPR

Our ethos &
values

We are a day and boarding Christian foundation that is academic and inclusive and a family school whose togetherness, care for each other and pride in our community is evident in our outstanding pastoral provision. At the very heart of our ethos lie our Values and Virtues; they drive all that we do at Pocklington and mean our students leave with a strong sense of personal and social responsibility, along with the ability to shape their own future.

The Pocklington Values of Courage, Truth and Trust, along with the nine Virtues which underpin them, are embedded in every aspect of Pocklington School life to sustain, inspire and galvanise the whole School community.
Courage
Truth
Trust

ASPIRATION

RESILIENCE

INTEGRITY

Pocklington School musical Return to the Forbidden Planet

Work with motivation and increasing independence, setting myself high standards and taking pride in my work.

Pocklington Prep School pupil smiling a lesson in the library

Persevere with things I find difficult, seeing mistakes as an essential part of the learning process.

Pocklington School CCF army cadet smiling in a parade

Have the confidence to behave truthfully and honestly, treating others fairly and completing tasks to the best of my ability.

ENQUIRY

CREATIVITY

REFLECTION

Pocklington School Sixth Former using a bunsen burner in Chemistry

Be curious about the world around me, asking questions to develop my understanding and solve problems.

Pocklington School pupil standing in front of A level artwork

Think flexibly, forming my own ideas, trying different approaches, and applying what I have learned to new situations.

Three Pocklington Pre-School pupils looking at a flower

Consider information from a range of reliable sources to draw reasoned conclusions and reflect on what I have learned.

COLLABORATION

COMPASSION

COMMITMENT

Three Pocklington School pupils holding chickens and ducks

Work effectively with staff and pupils and use their support to help me make progress.

Two Pocklington School pupils helping each other in class

Be kind and respectful of the skill, talents and viewpoints of others and celebrate their successes.

Pocklington School pupils standing proudly with sports kit

Play an active part in the Pocklington School community, participating in a range of activities.
Pupil stood with their parents, holding a Pocklington School Prizegiving trophy
Pocklington School IT teacher stood smiling in grounds of Pocklington School
Physics teacher and pupil sat at a classroom bench talking in the Pocklington School physics laboratory
Group of Combined Cadet Force cadets wearing CCF uniform in the Pocklington School grounds
Pupils dressed in costume in the Tom Stoppard Theatre during a performance at Pocklington School
Parents and pupils sit in the audience at Pocklington School Prizegiving ceremony, in the Sports Hall

Pocklington
voices

The Pocklington School ethos develops grounded, confident and valued pupils who excel in all aspects of life.  Our three children’s experiences have been very positive; pupils are treated as individuals and are encouraged and supported to achieve their maximum: academically, in sport, in School co-curricular activities and further afield. Well done and thank you Pocklington School.

- CURRENT PARENTS

 

Pocklington
voices

From the first day I arrived as a teacher at Pocklington School, I felt I could be myself. This is a place that is warm and smiley with young people who want to learn and an atmosphere that makes you feel you can have a good day. Our small classes are great for making connections, allowing me to have a positive influence and help my pupils thrive. It is 15 years since I joined the staff and I am still smiling!

- IT TEACHER

Pocklington
voices

In theory, we teach through the syllabus. In practice, we talk about aliens, Ancient Greek philosophy, living in a simulation, Isaac Newton's nasty streak, how our mobile phones already contain photographs from the future, and whether or not God exists (He does).  Welcome to Physics, Lab 5, Pocklington School.

- PHYSICS TEACHER

Pocklington
voices

For me, Pocklington School has opened doors to a myriad of activities and experiences. For example, being a part of the debating society has allowed me to compete in a national competition - and given me confidence and public speaking skills along the way! Furthermore, never having been climbing or played cricket before, Pocklington has helped me discover a love for new sports through games sessions and matches. Finally, CCF has provided opportunities that I couldn't have found anywhere else, from via ferrata to axe throwing, during adventurous training. I can't wait to join Sixth Form and experience all that is on offer!

- CURRENT PUPIL

Pocklington
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I have been at Pocklington since I was four years old, and there hasn't been a single day when I haven't been grateful to have been here. Pocklington is more than a school with great lessons, it feels like being part of a family where the teachers really care about you and genuinely want to help, not just in your work but in making sure you are happy too. For me, the best thing about being at Pocklington has been the way my days are filled with so many opportunities for sport, art, and all of the clubs on offer which make the days fly by. At Pocklington, you work hard, but you spend so much time with your friends out of the classroom, on sports teams, doing house activities and trying new activities, that sometimes it doesn't feel like school at all!

- CURRENT PUPIL

Pocklington
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As parents, we feel very welcome and included at the School. It isn’t a place that we take our child to, it is a movement that we’re part of.

- CURRENT PARENT
Pocklington School boarders enjoy breakfast together
Boarding or day student?

Boarding at Pocklington School provides a unique experience with the opportunity to develop life-long friendships, gain an understanding of different cultures and opinions, and build confidence and emotional maturity. The friendly and supportive boarding community offers quality accommodation and excellent facilities for study and relaxation, all set in a beautiful 50-acre site in a rural market town.

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Dive deeper into Senior School

Pocklington School Head Teacher doing flaming hands experiment in Chemistry

SENIOR LIFE

PASTORAL CARE AND WELLBEING

SENIOR ACADEMIC

SENIOR CO - CURRICULUM

SENIOR SCHOOL SPORT

MOVING UP TO SIXTH FORM