About the school
Rishworth School is an independent school in Sowerby Bridge, Halifax, with Senior School, Sixth Form and boarding provision on an 80-acre campus. The admissions pages say applications are welcomed throughout the year, including for day pupils and boarders from Year 7 to Sixth Form.
| School type | Independent (fee-paying) · Co-educational |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1724 |
| Sixth form | Yes |
| Fees | Day students: Year 7-8 £6,215 per term / £18,645 annual; Year 9-13 £6,665 per term / £19,995 annual; all inclusive of VAT and 'have not risen for 2026/27'. |
📅 Open days: Families can book a personal tour tailored to them at a time that suits them.
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | Format to confirm |
|---|---|
| Delivery | To be confirmed |
📄 Free Rishworth School practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Detail | The school says it welcomes pupils from the local area, elsewhere in the UK, and overseas. |
Key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | To be confirmed |
| Typical exam date | To be confirmed |
The school says it welcomes applications throughout the year.
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