St. Bees School facts for kids
St. Bees School is a special school where students live and study. It is for boys and girls aged 4 to 18. The school is located in a village called St Bees in Cumbria, England.
It first opened in 1583. A very important church leader, Edmund Grindal, who was the Archbishop of Canterbury, started it. Back then, it was a "free grammar school" for boys. The word 'free' here meant it was not controlled by the Church, not that it was free to attend. In 1976, girls were also allowed to join the school. The school grounds are very large, covering about 250 acres.
In 2013, all students (100%) got good grades (A*-C) in their GCSE exams. Also, 43% of students achieved the highest grades (A*/A). The school has a swimming pool that people from outside the school can also use.
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Discover St. Bees School
St. Bees School is a well-known school with a long history. It offers a unique learning experience. Students live at the school and learn together. This type of school is called a boarding school. It is in a beautiful part of West Cumbria.
School History
The school began a very long time ago in 1583. It was founded by Edmund Grindal. He was a powerful leader in the Church of England. At first, it was only for boys. It was known as a "grammar school." This meant it focused on subjects like Latin and Greek. The term "free" meant it was independent. It was not under the direct control of the Church. This was quite unusual for schools at that time. Girls were first welcomed to the school much later, in 1976. This was a big change for the school.
What Students Learn
Students at St. Bees School study many different subjects. They prepare for important exams like GCSEs. These exams are taken by students around 16 years old. In 2013, the school had excellent results. All students passed their GCSEs with good grades. Many students also achieved top grades. This shows the school helps students do very well.
School Life and Facilities
The school has a large campus. It covers about 250 acres of land. This gives students lots of space for activities. There are many facilities for learning and sports. One of these is a swimming pool. This pool is not just for students. People from the local community can also use it. This helps the school connect with the village of St. Bees.
Images for kids
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Panorama of cricket match on the "firsts" pitch on the main campus. Speech day 2014
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An overview map of the school.
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St Bees School, Cumbria, the Foundation block seen looking northeast from the tower of St Bees Priory. The original Elizabethan school is the range on the left of the quad.
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The VC memorial in the school chapel.
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The refurbished Fox Music Centre.
