And Why It’s Exactly What My Daughter Needed…
While many schools are shifting to co-education, Queen Mary’s School in North Yorkshire is proudly embracing its all-girls identity – and it’s attracting families from near and far. Recognised nationally as a top independent school without a sixth form, Queen Mary’s offers something rare: a space where girls truly take centre stage.
One parent who moved from London to escape the city’s relentless pressure, says, “Here, it’s calmer and more intentional. My daughters aren’t shrinking to fit in – they’re growing to stand out.” Queen Mary’s combines tradition with a forward-thinking spirit. From coding and choir to climbing walls and cross-country, it’s a place where academic excellence meets adventure and personal growth. The school nurtures every girl’s unique talents – whether she’s sporty, shy, artistic, or academic. While other schools shift to co-education, Queen Mary’s sees staying single-sex as a strategic strength. Head Fe Beadnell says, “We prepare girls to step confidently into a world not always built for them.” Parents agree – it’s a place where leadership, community, and ambition thrive together.
Families praise the seamless journey from age three through senior school, with a nurturing environment that lets girls enjoy childhood while building confidence and skills for the future. Research backs this up: girls in single-sex schools outperform academically, show greater confidence, and participate more in STEM and sports – boosting their chances of success later in life. Queen Mary’s shines here too, with excellent added value progress scores and leadership opportunities in science, sport, music, and beyond.
For parents wanting more than just grades for their daughters, Queen Mary’s offers a powerful mix of tradition, transformation, and sisterhood – a gift that lasts a lifetime.
Discover more at queenmarys.org.
