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Bootham School Fees 2026/27: £10,470–£27,180 a year · Day
York, United Kingdom
2–18 years
GCSE, A Levels
Boarding available
Fees checked 2026-09-14Fees 2026/2027
Bootham School fees for 2026/27 are £10,470 for Reception day; £16,740 for Years 5–6 day; £27,180 for Years 12–13 day a year. VAT is included. Years 7–8 full boarding: £29,730 a year.
£10,470–27,180
Annual fee (day places)
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| Stage / provision | Annual fee |
|---|---|
| Reception day | £10,470 |
| Years 1–2 day | £12,285 |
| Years 3–4 day | £15,480 |
| Years 5–6 day | £16,740 |
| Years 7–8 day | £23,970 |
| Years 9–11 day | £26,940 |
| Years 12–13 day | £27,180 |
| Years 7–8 full boarding | £29,730 |
| Years 9–13 full boarding | £46,980 |
Calculated from three published terms per year. VAT is included where applicable, and boarding includes tuition. International boarding for non-EEA nationals living abroad has different rates. Nursery and before-school care are separate.
For 2026/2027, the published annual fee for Reception day is £10,470. Calculated from three published terms per year. VAT is included where applicable, and boarding includes tuition. International boarding for non-EEA nationals living abroad has different rates. Nursery and before-school care are separate.
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The known first-year cost at Bootham School for a New Year 12 ; first child; UK-resident family day pupil is £27,690 in 2026/27: £27,180 tuition, a £420 senior acceptance and a £90 registration fee.
First-year cost 2026/27
Known costs for a New Year 12 ; first child; UK-resident family day pupil
- Tuition
- £27,180
- Senior acceptance · one-off
- £420
- Registration fee · one-off
- £90
Not included: trips, exams, books and materials (amounts or applicability not fully confirmed).
Fee sources, checked 5 Nov 2026
- Tuition £27,180 per academic year → Source ↗ ·
Paid in three termly instalments of £9,060.
- Senior acceptance £420 one-off → Source ↗ ·
This payment is non-refundable.
- Registration fee £90 one-off → Source ↗ ·
This payment is non-refundable.
- From year 2 → Source ↗ ·
Second-year figures use the same published rates; future school-year fees may change.
Key facts
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Admissions & entry points
Ages and school stagesBootham welcomes children from age two in Nursery.
Ages and school stages
Bootham welcomes children from age two in Nursery. Senior School runs from Year 7 to Year 13, covering ages 11–18. Nursery can offer mornings or full days. Reception is full time. Ask admissions to confirm the right entry class and available sessions.
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English-language support
Bootham offers extra English lessons in individual or small groups. The school reviews this help as pupils become more fluent. Where the school decides that a pupil needs this support, lessons are compulsory and included in the termly fees. Sixth-form pupils may also receive IELTS preparation. Confirm any other learning-support needs before accepting a place.
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Applying to Senior School
Start with the school’s application form. Applicants for Years 7 and 9 take an entrance assessment, usually in January. The school also asks for a report from the child’s current school. Sixth-form offers depend on predicted GCSE grades and are confirmed after results. Check the published grade requirements for your chosen subjects.
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Learning & qualifications
About Bootham SchoolBootham School in York offers education shaped by its Quaker heritage, including boarding.Sources reviewed 14 September 2026 Learning and qu…
About Bootham School
Bootham School in York offers education shaped by its Quaker heritage, including boarding.
Sources reviewed 14 September 2026
Learning and qualifications
Bootham offers GCSE/IGCSE study in Years 10-11, with English, mathematics and science at the core and options across languages, humanities and creative subjects. Its College (Years 12-13) follows A Level pathways, normally with three A Levels and an extended project route. Subject combinations depend on the timetable and individual choices.
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Support, school day & campus
Two school sites in YorkThe Junior School is on Rawcliffe Lane, York, YO30 6NP.
Two school sites in York
The Junior School is on Rawcliffe Lane, York, YO30 6NP. The Senior School is on Bootham, York, YO30 7BU. These are separate sites. Confirm which campus to visit for your child’s year group.
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Deposit for families living overseas
An acceptance deposit is required for overseas families. It is credited against the final term’s bill, with any balance returned then. Admissions supplies the amount.
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First-year budget & additional costs
Registration and acceptance charges for 2026/272026/27 · One-off chargeJunior School registration, per child£60Junior School acceptance£90Senior School registra…
Registration and acceptance charges for 2026/27
| Junior School registration, per child | £60 |
|---|---|
| Junior School acceptance | £90 |
| Senior School registration, first child | £90 |
| Senior School registration, subsequent child | £60 |
| Senior School acceptance | £420 |
Non-refundable registration and acceptance charges, separate from tuition. Families living overseas also pay a deposit; its amount is available from admissions.
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Other boarding arrangements for 2026/27
| International boarding, Years 7–8 | £10,855 |
|---|---|
| International boarding, Years 9–13 | £16,840 |
| Weekly boarding, Years 7–8, 4–6 nights | £9,910 |
| Weekly boarding, Years 9–13, 4–6 nights | £14,275 |
| Part-weekly boarding, Years 7–8, 3 nights | £9,910 |
| Part-weekly boarding, Years 9–13, 3 nights | £12,420 |
| Part-weekly boarding, Years 7–8, 2 nights | £9,910 |
| Part-weekly boarding, Years 9–13, 2 nights | £10,625 |
Tuition and VAT included. The international category applies to non-EEA nationals living abroad. The school states three terms per year; these supplements retain its termly billing unit.
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Care, music and occasional boarding charges
| Junior before-school arrival, 08:00–08:15, per day | £1 |
|---|---|
| Breakfast Club / after-school care, Years 1–6, per hour | £5 |
| Breakfast Club / after-school care, Reception, per hour | £6 |
| Individual music lesson, 30 minutes | £30 |
| Occasional boarding for day pupils, per night | £65 |
Charge only for the relevant service. After-school care is billed per 15 minutes or part thereof. Occasional nights must be arranged with house staff; no annual total is implied.
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Meals, materials and additional charges
Junior fees include lunch. Senior fees include school meals, standard books, most stationery, routine equipment and accident cover; boarders also receive accommodation and laundry. Exams, some trips, specialist tuition and SEN assessments may cost extra.
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Sibling fee reduction
The third and subsequent attending children receive a 25% reduction while the oldest sibling remains enrolled. One discount type applies per family; another financial award can prevent a sibling reduction.
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Location
Bootham School
Junior School: Rawcliffe Lane, YO30 6NP York; Senior School: Bootham, YO30 7BU York, York, United Kingdom
Parents also ask
How much are Bootham School fees?
Bootham School fees for 2026/27 are £10,470 for Reception day; £16,740 for Years 5–6 day; £27,180 for Years 12–13 day a year. VAT is included. Years 7–8 full boarding: £29,730 a year.
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How much does the first year at Bootham School cost?
The known first-year cost at Bootham School for a New Year 12 ; first child; UK-resident family day pupil is £27,690 in 2026/27: £27,180 tuition, a £420 senior acceptance and a £90 registration fee. Trips, exams and books and materials are not included.
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Sources & field verification dates
Sources and dates appear beside each detail above. School-reported information may change; confirm the offer for your child.
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https://portal.boothamschool.com/moodle/mod/resource/view.php?id=28981
https://www.boothamschool.com/junior-school/contact-us/
https://www.boothamschool.com/junior-school/early-years-foundation-stage/
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