We are delighted to announce the appointment of Amanda McShane as the next Head of Coram House from September 2025. Amanda brings a wealth of experience in educational leadership and a deep-rooted connection to Ackworth School as she is an Old Scholar.
Amanda joins us from Cumnor House School in Croydon, where she has been Head for the past seven years. During her tenure, she has overseen significant growth and success, fostering a culture of academic excellence, pastoral care, and innovation in teaching. Her leadership has strengthened the school’s reputation and enriched the learning experience for students, ensuring they thrive both academically and personally.
We are excited for Amanda to bring her passion and expertise to Coram House, building on its strong foundations and vibrant community. Throughout the recruitment process Amanda displayed real vision, and her understanding of the Ackworth ethos, combined with her proven track record in school leadership, made her the standout choice to guide Coram House into its next chapter. We look forward to the enthusiasm and leadership she will bring to our community.
Commenting on her appointment, Amanda said:“I am delighted to be returning to the Ackworth family. It is a privilege to join this wonderful community, and I look forward to building upon existing foundations while embracing the opportunities that lie ahead. Having spent some time with pupils and staff, I can see that Coram House is a truly special place. I am excited to meet more of you in the coming months, and to work together to shape a bright future for the school.”
Reflecting on Amanda’s appointment, Martyn Beer, Head of Ackworth School, said:“We are delighted to welcome Amanda back to Ackworth in this important leadership role. Her experience, vision, and deep affinity with the school will ensure Coram House continues to flourish as a warm, inspiring, and forward-thinking learning environment. We look forward to the enthusiasm and leadership she will bring to our community.”
We will be arranging opportunities for parents and pupils to meet Amanda in the coming months as she prepares to take up her new role. In the meantime, please join us in warmly welcoming her back to Ackworth School.
Ackworth School’s Football Academy first team etched their names into the history books after a stunning 6 – 1 victory over Boston Spa in the U19 West Yorkshire County Schools Cup final at Shelley FC.
The final started with a nervy opening spell on a challenging, heavy pitch, and an early defensive error allowed Boston Spa to take a 1 – 0 lead. However, Ackworth’s response was swift and emphatic. A moment of magic from Jordan, who unleashed a stunning strike from outside the box, brought the game level and lifted the team’s spirits.
With renewed confidence, Ackworth dominated possession and took full control in the second half. Their quick passing and relentless attacking play wore down the opposition, creating gaps in the Boston Spa defence. The floodgates opened as Andrew, Jordan (scoring his second), Charlie, Tar, and Reece all found the back of the net, securing a resounding 6 – 1 victory.
The triumph was not only a testament to the team’s skill and determination but also marked a historic moment for Ackworth School. With our U16 team also securing the county title this year, it has been an unprecedented period of success for the school’s football program.
Director of Football, John McDermott, praised the team’s incredible performance, saying, “The boys showed fantastic character after going behind early. Their resilience, teamwork, and sheer quality shone through, and they fully deserved this victory. To have both age groups winning the West Yorkshire title in the same year is an unbelievable achievement for the school.”
Ackworth School’s footballers can now celebrate their well-earned triumph, with this victory cementing their status as one of the strongest teams in the region. The future is certainly bright for football at Ackworth!
Our Table Tennis Academy students competed in the West Yorkshire Schools Individuals competition at Bradford Grammar School in the 2nd week of January. In the U19 boys’ event, Hiko and Alex both won their groups and semi-finals to face each other in the final. Hiko prevailed 3:2 to become the U19 champion.
Jaron, Charlie and Peter all won their groups and made it to the last 8 in the U16 boys’ event. Jaron fell 3:2 to Noah from Beckfoot. In the semi-finals, Charlie also lost to Noah 3:1 and Peter won 3:0. In the final, Peter beat Noah 3:0 to become the U16 champion.
Both Hiko and Peter will represent West Yorkshire in the National Finals in April.
Fantastic playing and results from all of the Table Tennis Academy players and congratulations to Hiko and Peter on their respective titles.
Our U16 Boys Football Team created Ackworth School history by becoming the West Yorkshire County Champions earlier this week. The boys were victorious beating Brooksbank School 7 – 4 in a pulsating final. Watched by family and friends, the boys put on a show playing some fantastic football in both halves of the pitch. It was Ackworth who were more clinical in front of goal scoring some well worked goals.
With 20 minutes left of the match Ackworth were 3 – 4 down and had played the game with only 10 players for almost 60 minutes. But with grit, determination, and pieces of individual brilliance, Ackworth came through at the end strong and finished the game with goals to put the game out of reach for Brooksbank.
James Bower, Head of PE said “the boys have been amazing to work with over the last 3 years, from last year getting into the last 32 in the country, to now being crowned West Yorkshire champions, it is credit to all of the students who have put in the hard work and wanted to build on the high standards set each year. I am extremely proud of each student, and I wish them all the success in the future”.
John McDermott, our Director of Football said “I’m very, very proud of the players achievements, being the first team to bring silverware to the school. Well done boys!”
Ackworth School is delighted to announce another year of remarkable GCSE achievements. Over one-third of all grades earned by students were at the top levels (grades 9-7), with 48.1% of grades falling between 9 and 6, and an impressive 87.9% within the 9 to 4 range. These results underscore the commitment, diligence, and academic prowess of our students, supported by fantastic support and guidance from our teaching staff.
Among the standout performers is Jodie from Wormersley, who secured an impressive six grade 9s and four grade 8s. Other remarkable achievements include Eleanor from Billingley with five grade 9s, four grade 8s, and one grade 7; Jessica from South Elmsall with six grade 9s, two grade 8s, and two grade 7s; and Shanali from Knottingley, who achieved six grade 9s, two grade 8s, one grade 7, and one grade 6. Additionally, Marvin from Hong Kong earned four grade 9s, two grade 8s, and one grade 7, while Caitlin from Pontefract secured two grade 9s, six grade 8s, and two grade 7s.
Headteacher Martyn Beer expressed his pride in the students, stating, “I am immensely proud of all our pupils’ achievements this year. Their hard work has truly paid off, as reflected in today’s excellent results. I am looking forward to witnessing their continued success as they move on to Sixth Form, not only in their academic pursuits but also as they grow and thrive as individuals, guided by our holistic approach to education and our Quaker values.”
About Ackworth School: Ackworth School is a co-educational independent school in West Yorkshire, offering day and boarding education for students aged 2 to 18. Founded in 1779, the school is committed to nurturing individual talent and promoting academic excellence within a caring and supportive environment.
If you would like to find out more about how Ackworth School can support your child to unlock their full academic potential, why not book a place at our Open Morning on Thursday 10 October 2024 or contact our admissions team on admissons@ackworthschool.com or 01977 233621.
Ackworth School is delighted to announce the remarkable achievements of our Sixth Form students in their 2024 A-Level examinations. This year’s results highlight the dedication, hard work, and academic excellence of our students, as well as the fantastic support provided by our teaching staff.
We are incredibly proud of the outstanding performances that have led to many students securing places at some of the UK’s most prestigious universities. Among the top achievers is Mikulas, who earned three A grades in Biology, Mathematics, and Chemistry, securing his place at the University of Southampton to study Medicine. Similarly, Bani also achieved A grades in Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics and she will be pursuing Civil Engineering at the University of Warwick.
Hadrian achieved A* in Mathematics, A in Further Mathematics and B in Physics and will also be heading to the University of Southampton to study Computer Science. Steven also excelled with A* in Mathematics, along with an A in Further Mathematics, and a B in Computer Science who will be taking a well-earned gap year before applying to university for 2025. Izzy will be joining King’s College London to study Social Sciences with excellent results in English Literature, History and Psychology plus an A* for her EPQ.
A special mention must also go to Alex from our Autism Resource who achieved B and D in Mathematics and Further Mathematics respectively.
Head of Ackworth School, Martyn Beer, expressed his admiration for the students’ achievements: “I am incredibly proud of all our students. Their hard work and determination have truly paid off. Our students have not only achieved academically but have also developed the skills and qualities that will serve them well in their future endeavours. I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to each of them, especially in light of the disruption to their education through the Covid years, and to our dedicated staff who have supported them every step of the way.“
Beyond these individual successes, we are also pleased to report that the overall pass rate at Ackworth School remains high, with an increase in the percentage of students achieving grades A*- A. These results reflect the strong academic ethos and supportive community that Ackworth School is renowned for.
As our students prepare to embark on the next exciting chapter of their lives, we wish them every success in their future studies and careers. We are confident that they will continue to make us proud as they move forward with the knowledge, skills, and values they have gained during their time at Ackworth School.
About Ackworth School: Ackworth School is a co-educational independent school in West Yorkshire, offering day and boarding education for students aged 2 to 18. Founded in 1779, the school is committed to nurturing individual talent and promoting academic excellence within a caring and supportive environment.
If you would like to find out more about how Ackworth School can support your child to unlock their full academic potential, why not book a place at our Open Morning on Thursday 10 October 2024 or contact our admissions team on admissons@ackworthschool.com or 01977 233621.
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