Scarborough College

A-Level Results:

Not applicable; Scarborough College’s Sixth Form follows the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in place of A Levels.

GCSE Results 2025:

92% of GCSE entries achieved a pass grade. When combined with IGCSE results (including one-year international students), the overall pass rate was 90%. The proportion achieving five or more passes including English and Mathematics was the highest in 15 years.

IB Diploma 2025:

100% pass rate for the UK cohort and an overall pass rate of over 96%. A quarter of students achieved 35 points or above (equivalent to two A* and one A at A level). The average points score was again comfortably above the world average.

Oxford and Cambridge Admissions:

The School reports offers and destinations including Oxbridge in its leavers’ destinations information.

UK G5 University Admissions:

Leavers regularly secure offers from Oxbridge and a wide range of Russell Group universities. Recent published destinations and offers include the University of Cambridge and leading Russell Group universities such as Durham, Warwick, Birmingham, York, Leeds, Sheffield and Manchester.

School Introduction:
Scarborough College is a co-educational independent day and boarding school for pupils aged 3 to 18, set in an inspiring coastal location in Scarborough, North Yorkshire. With a warm, community-focused ethos and a strong emphasis on pupil wellbeing, the College offers a modern education shaped by ambition, kindness and opportunity.

A key feature is its Sixth Form, where students follow the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), building academic breadth, independent thinking and outstanding preparation for top universities in the UK and internationally.

School Overview:
Scarborough College provides a complete educational journey from early years through to Sixth Form, supported by a friendly, inclusive culture where pupils are known, challenged and encouraged to thrive.

The school’s coastal setting brings a distinctive energy to daily life, combining academic focus with a confident, outward-looking approach to learning. The College’s day and boarding model creates a lively community through the senior years, with boarding adding depth to friendships, routines and enrichment beyond the classroom.

School Facilities & Extracurricular Activities:

Co-curricular life is a major strength at Scarborough College. Pupils benefit from a broad programme across sport, performing arts, creative subjects and outdoor learning, with frequent opportunities to take part, perform, compete and lead. The College promotes high participation and personal growth, helping pupils develop confidence, resilience and teamwork alongside academic study. Boarding further enriches the week and weekends with activities, trips and community events that make school life full and engaging.

Curriculum:
Scarborough College offers a broad curriculum through Primary and Secondary, with GCSE and IGCSE options at Key Stage 4. In Sixth Form, the School delivers the IB Diploma Programme, supporting students to develop strong subject knowledge across a balanced set of disciplines, alongside research, writing and critical-thinking skills. Academic support is structured and purposeful, helping pupils set ambitious goals, build excellent study habits and prepare for competitive university pathways.

Boarding Life:
Boarding at Scarborough College is designed to feel like a supportive home-from-home, with clear routines, strong pastoral care and a welcoming community.

Boarding is available from ages 11–18 and is integrated into the wider school experience, so boarders take full advantage of academics, sport, arts and enrichment while building independence and lifelong friendships. The school’s coastal environment and weekend programme add further variety and enjoyment, creating a balanced experience that supports both wellbeing and achievement.