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Thank you for visiting our website. I hope that you’ll find the information that you are looking for and that the website provides you with a flavour of life at our school.

Ermysted’s is one of England’s oldest schools and for over 530 years the school has sought to provide a first class education to the boys of Skipton and the surrounding areas, regardless of their background. Much has changed since its foundation in the fifteenth century, but the school has never wavered from William Ermysted’s original ambition to develop ‘learned and wise men’ and individuals of virtue.

Academic success is important but so is the development of character, resilience and self-confidence. At Ermysted’s we take the development of the whole person seriously. The school prides itself on its nurturing and inclusive community, and we work hard to create an environment where every pupil feels valued and supported to achieve their very best.

Opportunities abound in our extensive programme of extra-curricular activities, with pupils actively encouraged to broaden their personal interests, develop new skills and pursue a healthy lifestyle. From the rugby field to the stage, from the concert hall to the debating chamber, our pupils commit themselves fully to the pursuit of excellence and develop the social and personal skills that will serve them so well in later life.

I feel very privileged to be the Headmaster of such a distinguished and ancient institution and incredibly proud of the pupils’ achievements and abilities. But don’t take my word for it, come and visit us to meet the staff and pupils and discover for yourself. I’m sure you won’t be disappointed!

Michael Evans
Headmaster

“Pupils do not attend Ermysted’s, they discover a stimulating world and remain forever.

Former Student

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📣 Call for Work Experience Placements 📣

We currently have a number of pupils in Year 10 and Year 12 who have as yet been unable to source a Work Experience placement for the week commencing Monday 6th July.

If you work somewhere that could offer a placement, or have a contact that might help (with either or both year groups), we would be really grateful if you could let School know. The employer needs to have Employer Liability Insurance.

In the past, we have had really positive feedback from employers and the pupils. If you are able to help, please contact us at careers@ermysteds.uk.
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📣 Call for Work Experience Placements 📣

We currently have a number of pupils in Year 10 and Year 12 who have as yet been unable to source a Work Experience placement for the week commencing Monday 6th July.

If you work somewhere that could offer a placement, or have a contact that might help (with either or both year groups), we would be really grateful if you could let School know. The employer needs to have Employer Liability Insurance.

In the past, we have had really positive feedback from employers and the pupils. If you are able to help, please contact us at careers@ermysteds.uk.

Thinking of joining Ermysted’s Grammar School?

✅ Entrance Test Registration NOW OPEN!
For Year 7 entry in September 2027, registration for the Entrance Test is now open.
📅 Application deadline: Monday, 31 August 2026
📝 Entrance test date: Saturday, 26 September 2026
👉 Apply here: ermysteds.applicaa.com/

⏰ Missed the Entrance Test last September?
If you missed the Entrance Test for September 2026 entry, registration for late testing is now also open.
📄 Please visit the Admissions section of the school website to download an application form.
🔗 Admissions information: ermysteds.uk/admissions/
📧 Admissions enquiries: admissions@ermysteds.uk

🏫 Come and see Ermysted’s for yourself!
📅 Open Evening: Tuesday, 30 June
🕕 Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Meet staff and pupils, explore the school, and find out what makes Ermysted’s such a special place to learn.
We look forward to welcoming you! 😊
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Thinking of joining Ermysted’s Grammar School?

✅ Entrance Test Registration NOW OPEN! 
For Year 7 entry in September 2027, registration for the Entrance Test is now open.
📅 Application deadline: Monday, 31 August 2026
📝 Entrance test date: Saturday, 26 September 2026
👉 Apply here: https://ermysteds.applicaa.com/

⏰ Missed the Entrance Test last September?
If you missed the Entrance Test for September 2026 entry, registration for late testing is now also open.
📄 Please visit the Admissions section of the school website to download an application form.
🔗 Admissions information: https://ermysteds.uk/admissions/
📧 Admissions enquiries: admissions@ermysteds.uk

🏫 Come and see Ermysted’s for yourself!
📅 Open Evening: Tuesday, 30 June
🕕 Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Meet staff and pupils, explore the school, and find out what makes Ermysted’s such a special place to learn.
We look forward to welcoming you! 😊

🎉 Fantastic results for our EGS and Skipton Girls' High School Year 12 Young Enterprise teams!

Three teams represented our schools at the North Yorkshire Area Final, hosted by Skipton Building Society. After setting up their stalls, they faced a tough Dragons’ Den–style interview with the judging panel and delivered confident presentations to a packed audience.

Despite last‑minute illness leaving some teams short‑staffed, the students stepped up brilliantly—and their hard work paid off with five trophies! 🏆
✨ Teamwork – Silver Worn
✨ Customer Service – Grounded
✨ Innovation & Technology – Grounded
✨ Best Presentation – Eco Dry
✨ Overall Winner – Eco Dry

We’re thrilled to share that Eco Dry are heading to the Regional Final in Leeds on 11th May!

An outstanding achievement. You were an absolute credit to both schools—we’re so proud of you all! 👏🙌
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🎉 Fantastic results for our EGS and Skipton Girls High School Year 12 Young Enterprise teams!

Three teams represented our schools at the North Yorkshire Area Final, hosted by Skipton Building Society. After setting up their stalls, they faced a tough Dragons’ Den–style interview with the judging panel and delivered confident presentations to a packed audience.

Despite last‑minute illness leaving some teams short‑staffed, the students stepped up brilliantly—and their hard work paid off with five trophies! 🏆
✨ Teamwork – Silver Worn
✨ Customer Service – Grounded
✨ Innovation & Technology – Grounded
✨ Best Presentation – Eco Dry
✨ Overall Winner – Eco Dry

We’re thrilled to share that Eco Dry are heading to the Regional Final in Leeds on 11th May! 

An outstanding achievement. You were an absolute credit to both schools—we’re so proud of you all! 👏🙌Image attachmentImage attachment+5Image attachment

Huge congratulations to James in Year 9 who won a gold medal in the British Gymnastics Under 14’s High-Bar on Thursday in Liverpool, beating 70 competitors from across the UK. What an incredible achievement!

We’ve got our fingers firmly crossed for James to be selected to represent England. Whatever happens next, he’s already shown what hard work and dedication can achieve. 🇬🇧👏

Thank you to James’s family for sharing the photo and video!
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Huge congratulations to James in Year 9 who won a gold medal in the British Gymnastics Under 14’s High-Bar on Thursday in Liverpool, beating 70 competitors from across the UK. What an incredible achievement!

We’ve got our fingers firmly crossed for James to be selected to represent England. Whatever happens next, he’s already shown what hard work and dedication can achieve. 🇬🇧👏

Thank you to James’s family for sharing the photo and video!Image attachment

Thank you! The library has been inundated with deliveries of these wonderful books, each bought for us from our Wishlist by families of the pupils. Just after we took the first photograph, another delivery arrived!

These will massively update the library’s stock and help support the boys across all subjects and beyond. We still need some help to complete the list, so please view the list here to sponsor a library book: www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/357JECYQKMCTO?ref_=wl_share
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Thank you! The library has been inundated with deliveries of these wonderful books, each bought for us from our Wishlist by families of the pupils. Just after we took the first photograph, another delivery arrived!  

These will massively update the library’s stock and help support the boys across all subjects and beyond.  We still need some help to complete the list, so please view the list here to sponsor a library book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/357JECYQKMCTO?ref_=wl_shareImage attachment
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At Ermysted’s

534
years

Established circa 1492

835
pupils

on roll

59
weekly

enrichment activities