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The Power of Small Class Sizes in Girls’ Education

The Power of Small Class Sizes in Girls’ Education “In a smaller class, it’s easier to ask questions and join in which helped build my confidence.” Class size may seem like a practical detail, but for girls at Queen Mary’s […]

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Senior Care and Wellbeing at Queen Mary's Private School Thirsk

Academic Excellence with Balance: High Expectations, Healthy Confidence

Striking the right balance between academics and wellbeing at Queen Mary’s School “True academic excellence inspires girls to aim high without feeling overwhelmed.” For many families exploring independent girls’ schools, academic excellence is expected. The more important question has become […]

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Queen Mary's School Nursery Setting

The Importance of Investing in Early Years Education

Why Investing in Early Years Education Is One of the Most Important Decisions You’ll Make Queen Mary’s School Discusses the Benefits of a Strong EYFS Nursery Provider The Wonder and Magic of Early Childhood The early years of a child’s […]

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Music in Schools - Queen Mary's School Music Competition 2025

Why Girls Thrive Academically in All-Girls Schools

“When girls are free to be themselves as learners, confidence and curiosity follow.” When families explore girls’ education, one question often comes to the surface: do all-girls schools really help girls thrive academically?  For many girls, the answer is yes. […]

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Queen Mary's Equestrian Competition Success

Queen Mary’s Riders Crowned Grass Roots and County Champions

Queen Mary’s Riders enjoyed a hugely successful day at Northallerton with an impressive 60 entries and outstanding performances across all classes. We are incredibly proud to announce that the team were crowned both Grass Roots Champions and County Champions – a […]

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Queen Mary's School - Senior Year 7 STEM Science Lesson

Girls, STEM and Success: Testing How Different Surfaces Emit Infrared Radiation

Year 7 Pupils Enjoy Hands-on Science Learning with New STEM Resources Science truly comes to life when curiosity meets hands-on discovery, and this term our Year 7 pupils have been busy doing exactly that. With guidance from our STEM Development […]

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Sand Play at Nursery School Near Ripon and Thirsk

NEW: The Nursery at Queen Mary’s

Remarkable Beginnings That Make All the Difference Queen Mary’s is delighted to announce the opening of a new Early Years setting, The Nursery, launching in September 2026. This exciting development marks an important new chapter for the school and reflects […]

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Fresh, Seasonal and Sustainable: Dining at Queen Mary’s

Food at Queen Mary’s School is all about fresh, seasonal ingredients and sustainable choices We like to help our pupils understand where their food comes from and how everyday meals can support the health of both people and the planet. […]

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Ella triumphs at the first Royal International Horse Show qualifier 2026

Celebrating Success at Our Equestrian School: Congratulations to Ella

Celebrating Pupil Success at the First Royal International Horse Show Qualifier, part of the Pony Premier Shows Show Jumping We are delighted to celebrate an outstanding achievement by one of our riders, Ella, who has made a remarkable start to […]

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Classroom Fun - Landscape and Park Design Project at North Yorkshire Independent School

Girls in STEM: Designing Playgrounds at Our North Yorkshire Girls School

Pupils at All-Girls Schools Lead the Way in Design Technology and Engineering Creativity Design Technology and hands-on learning play a vital role in education, particularly for girls. When children are given the opportunity to design, build, test and refine their […]

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Queen Mary's Debate Club Competition in York

Girls’ Leadership and Debating at Our North Yorkshire Private School

Debate Club at Queen Mary’s: Part of Our Leadership for Girls Offering Debating plays a particularly powerful role in supporting girls’ development at school, helping them to find and use their voice with confidence and conviction. Through structured debate, girls […]

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Queen Mary's Mark Reading - A Christmas Celebration of Achievement and Effort

Christmas Fun and Celebration at Our North Yorkshire Independent School

Christmas at Queen Mary’s: Festive Life at Our Independent Girls’ Boarding School The Christmas season has truly come alive at Queen Mary’s, bringing with it joy, tradition, and a wonderful sense of togetherness that defines life at our private school. […]

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