Aysgarth School

Aysgarth is a community where pupils are prepared for life in a diverse world. Through bursaries, the Foundation aims to draw pupils from a broader spectrum of society and make it possible for low and middle income families, both Old Aysgarthian and not, to benefit from an Aysgarth education. It is this education that develops the values, independence, confidence and capabilities required to achieve great things.

Aysgarth is unique in its focus on all boys boarding in a small school in which they can thrive, and gives pupils all the qualities that allow them to flourish in the country’s most selective public schools. The Foundation’s help will allow the School to make the investments necessary to ensure Aysgarth remains as one of the country’s leading prep schools while enhancing what makes it distinctive.

“I loved my time at Aysgarth and I hope it produces many more Olympic champions.”

Sir Matthew Pinsent. Winner of 4 Olympic gold medals.

“The School provides a haven where young people can find a set of values from which to live the rest of their lives.”

Robert Swan OBE. First man to walk to both poles and Special Envoy to the Director General of UNESCO.

“I came away from Aysgarth full of enthusiasm and felt the world was my oyster.”

Crispin Odey. Founder of Odey Asset Management.

Just under £560,000 has been raised since June 2008. £150,000 of this was generously given specifically for new classrooms and new common rooms.

Headmaster’s Annual Fund 2009 – 2010

Thanks to the generosity of the Aysgarth community, just under £40,000 has been raised so far through the Headmaster’s Annual Fund. The following projects have currently been financed:

• Cricket covers - £4,500 • Science extraction cabinet - £4,000 • Timpani for the music department - £2,000 • Pre-Prep wildlife area - £500

£7,945 was donated specifically for bursaries and the rest was kindly given for the Hall project and for general use by the Foundation. A BIG thank you to you all!