At Bootham Junior School, inspirational teaching and strong relationships between staff and pupils create an environment where children aged 2-11 feel happy, respected and motivated to learn. Pupils achieve academically (outstandingly so); however, the school believes education is about far more than results; it is about nurturing curiosity, encouraging individuality and helping every child develop a lifelong love of learning.

Pupils are encouraged to discover and develop their strengths across all areas of school life, whether through academics, sport, music, drama, outdoor education or community involvement. Music and drama are a vibrant part of the school community, with opportunities to take part in choirs, orchestras, productions, musical performances and LAMDA activities from an early age. Outdoor learning and residential experiences also play an important role in helping children develop independence and resilience.

Community engagement is rooted in Bootham’s Quaker ethos, encouraging pupils to approach the world with kindness, responsibility and respect for others. Children at Bootham are well known as individuals and are given the confidence to try new experiences, contribute to school life and develop their own interests in a supportive environment.

Book an Open Event or a personal visit at https://www.boothamschool.com/open-days/

Bootham Junior School, Rawcliffe Lane, York YO30 6NP

Call: (01904) 655021

Email: junior@boothamschool.com