We are a school that is as unique as our idyllic location on the banks of England’s largest lake at the very heart of England’s Lake District UNESCO World Heritage Site. Place only makes up one element of what makes our school so special, of equal importance is people. We are a family as much as we are a school, a home away from home for many of our pupils and we achieve this because we care. We have the capacity to care about every one of our pupils because of our size.

Small class sizes and dedicated staff that offer wrap-around care throughout the school year ensures that when parents choose Windermere School they do so safe in the knowledge that their children will be learning and living in a place of comfort, security and belonging.

The final element that makes us such a special place to live and learn is our curriculum and the experiences we provide. In everything we do we seek to challenge and inspire, to find that real depth of learning that we know exists just beyond the edge of our comfort zones. Whether it be in our classrooms, on the mountains, out on the lake or taking on an opposition team on the sports pitch, our pupils embrace and look forward to those challenges; driven to succeed, whilst confident enough to try and potentially fail, and always looking to learn whatever the outcome.

Why Choose Windermere Senior School? 

• The outdoors is as important as the indoors when it comes to both academic and social learning. English might involve a poetry lesson under the old oak trees and the Outdoor Classroom is in daily use (the science explosions can be bigger!). Allowing our Senior School pupils to study outside enables them to physically grasp complex curriculums while gaining mental health and physical wellbeing benefits.
• Small class sizes enable our teaching staff to building strong relationships and understanding of pupils’ individual needs quickly. You are never just a number at Windermere School, pupils are known and nurtured for who they are, bringing talents to the fore while supporting areas of challenge.
• Round Square is an educational framework which takes our pupils on a journey of exploration, discovery, and personal growth, linking us to a growing community of schools across the globe.
• Our innovative Adventure Programme starts from Year 3, and takes the form of adventure activities – sailing, paddle sports, climbing, caving, walking and biking. Children realise that they are capable of more than they could ever imagine. They are inspired to embrace challenges and become well-rounded, resilient, confident and independent thinkers, taking those skills with them into the classroom.
• A pathway towards the International Baccalaureate, a holistic qualification for our Sixth Form students which ensures they have both the ability to keep their options open should they not be sure of the direction they want their futures follow, or to specifically
• Flexible boarding options support busy family life. Ours is a kind, caring and inclusive community for any and all of our pupils who choose to board with us. Flexible boarding enables day pupils to board part-time. This can be on a regular basis or just occasionally.