Welcoming girls from 14 different nations

Queen Margaret's School for Girls was named as a Finalist in the 'International Student Experience' category of the Independent Schools of the Year Awards 2024.

The school’s home is an historic 75 acre country estate; a safe, enclosed environment with outstanding facilities. We are just minutes from the cultural and historic riches of York, one of the UK’s best connected cities - London is less than two hours on the train, whilst the city of Leeds is a taxi ride away - which makes us a perfect choice for families seeking an authentic, British boarding experience for their daughter.

Home from Home

We know that leaving home to come to a new country and a new school is a huge step for girls who are joining QM from overseas. We offer the following initiatives to ensure they settle into their new home from home:

• Orientation Programme - A week-long Orientation Programme before the new academic year to help overseas students to settle in before term begins.
• Stay In For Leave Out - An opportunity for all girls to stay in school during Leave Out (Exeat) Weekends with our ‘Stay in for Leave Out’ programme.
• Short-Stay Immersion Programme - Students cam experience our vibrant school for two - four weeks, dates and durations are flexible.
• One-Year GCSE Programme - Students joining our One-Year GCSE programme are fully immersed into the academic, cultural and social aspects of life in a British boarding school. Assessed and Unassessed options available.

Academic Results for International Students

What makes QM stand out is the personal level of support offered to every overseas student. On arrival, students are assessed for any additional learning needs, including an additional EAL (English as an Additional Language) assessment for all international students. EAL lessons are included in our non-UK/EEA Full Boarding Fee. Timetables also feature one-on-one meetings every week with a Personal Tutor, who provides support with every facet of living and learning at QM.

As a result, we see excellent examination results achieved, both at A Level and GCSE. With small class sizes and tailored timetables, our teachers maximise every girl's academic potential, resulting in our leavers securing fantastic success at university. University destinations include Oxford, Cambridge, Imperial, LSE, UCL, Durham, Bristol, Stern Business School (USA) and The Royal Drawing School (London) on a diverse range of courses such as Engineering, Art Foundation, Mathematics, History, Music Management, Medicine, Law and Business Management.

Beyond the classroom, our boarding is arranged by year group, which helps the girls to bond and develop lifelong friendships with peers within their age group. Accommodation and facilities are age appropriate, meaning that Year 7 (QM’s Year I) settle into QM life in a homely ‘farmhouse’ environment, whereas Year 13 (QM’s UVI) have a real taste of independent living in cottages with their friends.

International Admissions to Queen Margaret's -
How to Apply

Queen Margaret's international applications are accepted for short term stays (a minimum of one term), as well as long term, and also offer a One Year GCSE course for girls entering Year 11 (QM’s Year V). You can read more about international applications in our Information & Admissions brochure below, or click here to read more about the international admissions process and how international students can apply to Queen Margaret's School for Girls.

All international applicants must register to be considered for a place. You can download our Registration Form here. All Registration Forms must be returned to our Admissions Team with the following:

• A colour copy of the applicant's passport
• A colour copy of the applicant's birth certificate (both the original and an English translation, if applicable)
• A recent school report (no older than one year)
• A non-refundable registration fee of £175.

Read more about how to apply.

Virtual School Tours for International Students

We'd love to arrange a personal introduction to Queen Margaret's where you can get an insight into everything a QM education has to offer. We'll put a tailored virtual tour together for you so you can really get a feel for the place. Get in touch with our Admissions Team on 01904 727630 / admissions@queenmargarets.com for more information about our virtual School tours.

Testimonials

Below you can watch Pau's story about joining QM from Mexico, as told by her mother.

Students from China/Hong Kong

Tracy Gong is QM's International Coordinator. She plays a key role in the lives of our overseas students.

Below you can watch an overview of QM from Tracy in Mandarin and Cantonese.

Education Guardians

All international boarders are required to have an education guardian appointed by their parents. Queen Margaret’s is not at liberty to recommend guardians to parents, as the appointment of the guardian is the decision of the parent. We do, however, recommend that all education guardians are approved by AEGIS or BSA. View our Education Guardianship policy.