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S. Anselm's School

Independent school · Bakewell, DE45 1DP
  • Primary/prep
  • Co-ed
  • Ages 2-13
  • From £9,870 pa
  • 97 pupils
  • Boarding
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S. Anselm’s tries to keep it real, true to the motto: Esse quam videri – to be, rather than to seem to be. The school embraces its Derbyshire roots, preparing students for modern life with traditional values. Individuality is key, and pupils leave with their characters intact, nurtured rather than remodelled. A juxtaposition of old and new, with a dash of good nature, humour and honesty that just seems to work.

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Overview & data

Pupil numbers
97 ·
Offers boarding
Yes ·
Religion
None
Fees
Day £9,870 - £33,480; Boarding £27,999 - £33,480 pa
Local authority
Derbyshire County Council
School ownership
Birkdale family of schools

Headteacher

Headteacher

Mr Peter Cook

Since 2025, Peter Cook.

Entrance

Most pupils join the non-selective nursery or pre-prep; prep school entry subject to an interview with the head and report from their previous school.

Open days
See website

Exit

Exit destinations at 13 include Sheffield Girls, Birkdale, Cheltenham Ladies’ College, Denstone, Malvern College, Moreton Hall, Repton, Shrewsbury and Worksop College. School has ended provision for students aged 14-16 – the final cohort of year 11s

Latest results

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Teaching & learning

11
Average class sizes

Learning support & SEN

0 %
Students with a SEN EHCP
17.07 %
Students with SEN support

Boarders

‘We have a pillow fight every Wednesday morning, so they can get it out of their system,’ boasts the housemaster. Under his charming aegis, the pupils gush boarding accolades with superlatives galore. A few years 6-8 boarders are international

8
Total boarders
8
Full time boarders

Mobile phone policy

A clear mobile phone policy is a really important part of modern schooling. This school has provided us with their policy.

Mobile phone policy

Provided by the school and not part of our review

S. Anselm’s School expects learners’ not to use mobile phones unless express permission has been given; mobile phones are to be handed in to the school office for safe keeping during school hours. If a learner needs to contact his/her parents or carers they will be allowed to use a S. Anselm’s school phone. Parents are advised to contact their child via the S. Anselm’s school office; exceptions may be permitted on a case-by-case basis, as approved by the headteacher.

Pupils

97
Number of pupils

Money matters

Academic, music, art and sports scholarships at 7+. Some means-tested bursaries.

Fee information
Day £9,870 - £33,480; Boarding £27,999 - £33,480 pa

Our view

Setting off a high-altitude balloon and tracking it from the comfort of a classroom is nothing new, but this is the kind of school that literally goes the extra mile – or hundred. S. Anselmians think nothing of jumping in a minibus and driving four

The last word

S. Anselm’s tries to keep it real, true to the motto: Esse quam videri – to be, rather than to seem to be. The school embraces its Derbyshire roots, preparing students for modern life with traditional values. Individuality is key, and pupils leave

Inspection reports

What the school says

S. Anselm's is one of the country's leading prep schools. We provide a happy and thriving environment where children are encouraged to give their best and to flourish amidst traditional values. We prepare children for their journey through life, equipping our boys and girls with the wisdom and skills to succeed. We look to do so in a fun and engaging way, whilst encouraging good manners and humanity. The safe, homely and family environment in stunning Derbyshire countryside lends itself to superb opportunities for the strong boarding community.

Contact the school

Address

Stanedge Road
Bakewell
Derbyshire
DE45 1DP
Get directions

Telephone: 01629 812734

Email: Office@Anselms.co.uk

Website: https://www.sanselms.co.uk/

Local authority: Derbyshire County Council

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School data & information S. Anselm's School Stanedge Road, Bakewell, Derbyshire, DE45 1DP
97 Pupil numbers
53/44 Pupil numbers boy/girls split
8 Total boarders
8 Full time boarders
11 Average class sizes

Mobile phone policy

Provided by the school and not part of our review

S. Anselm’s School expects learners’ not to use mobile phones unless express permission has been given; mobile phones are to be handed in to the school office for safe keeping during school hours. If a learner needs to contact his/her parents or carers they will be allowed to use a S. Anselm’s school phone. Parents are advised to contact their child via the S. Anselm’s school office; exceptions may be permitted on a case-by-case basis, as approved by the headteacher.

This is an independent school and therefore does not have Key Stage 2 SATs results. While some independent schools choose to sit SATs, they are not required to do so and the UK government does not collect or publish their results. Find out more.

Entry and exit data

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Recent leavers' destinations

SEN overview

S. Anselm's School is a mainstream school. The school may provide support for students with special educational needs as detailed below. If you require more information on conditions the school can support, we encourage you to contact the school directly.

SEN statement

Provided by the school and not part of our review

S. Anselm's is a mainstream school and as such we welcome pupils with a broad cross section of ability. Gifted children are stretched and those with specific learning difficulties have access to dedicated one-to-one specialist teaching. All children are fully integrated into every aspect of life at the school.

09-09

0 %
Students with a SEN EHCP UK mainstream school avg. 3%
17.07 %
Students with SEN support UK mainstream school avg. 14.1%

SEN conditons supported

Schools report the conditions they might be able to support. Please note, this may not be a complete list. Find out more.

Conditions (Might cover/be referred to as) Provision
ASD - Autistic Spectrum Disorder Aspergers, Autism, High functioning autism, Neurodivergent, Neurodiversity, Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), Social skills Yes
HI - Hearing Impairment
MLD - Moderate Learning Difficulty Learning needs
MSI - Multi-Sensory Impairment Sensory processing
OTH - Other Difficulty/Disability Downs Syndrome, Epilepsy, Genetic, Tics, Tourettes
PD - Physical Disability
PMLD - Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulty Complex needs, Global delay, Global developmental delay
SEMH - Social, Emotional and Mental Health Anxiety, Complex needs, Emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA), Mental Health
SLCN - Speech, Language and Communication Selective mutism
SLD - Severe Learning Difficulty Complex needs
SpLD - Specific Learning Difficulty Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Auditory processing, Developmental Co-ordination Difficulties (DCD), Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Handwriting Yes
VI - Visual Impairment Special facilities for Visually Impaired
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