Queen Ethelburga's Collegiate Named a Top Cricket School in 2025 Schools Guide
Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate has been recognised as one of the top cricket schools in the UK by The Cricketer Magazine for the second consecutive year. Featured in the prestigious Schools Guide 2025, the accolade highlights the school’s exceptional commitment to cricket, underpinned by outstanding facilities, a strong curriculum focus, and quality coaching.
A Commitment to Excellence in Cricket
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The Schools Guide 2025 evaluates schools on a range of criteria, including the integration of cricket into the curriculum, high-quality facilities, and robust fixture programming. Queen Ethelburga’s has excelled in all these areas, with the school’s Cricket Coach, Ben Gibbons, playing a pivotal role in elevating the cricket programme over the past two years. |
Championing Boys’ and Girls’ Cricket
A significant milestone for Queen Ethelburga’s was the introduction of cricket for girls just two years ago. Since then, the girls’ programme has flourished, with standout achievements like winning the U14 Girls North Yorkshire Cup and participating in a range of softball and hardball fixtures.
Cricket is now the designated summer sport for all year groups, ensuring every student has the opportunity to develop their skills. For those seeking to excel, the school offers a comprehensive Performance Sports Programme, which includes:
- Strength and conditioning sessions
- Specialist 1-1 coaching
- A keepers’ club for wicketkeeping enthusiasts
- A fast-bowling clinic
The programme has already paved the way for notable student success, with Josh being selected for the U16 Yorkshire County Cricket Club and Leona for the Yorkshire County Age Group U18 programme.
World-Class Cricket Facilities at Top Cricket School
Queen Ethelburga’s continues to invest in its cricket facilities, making it a beacon for aspiring cricketers. Key features include:
- A purpose-built cricket pavilion equipped with changing rooms, a kitchen, and spectator amenities
- A brand-new gym featuring ice baths, a strength and conditioning suite, and advanced cardio equipment
- Indoor cricket nets and a bola bowling machine for year-round training
- Outdoor facilities include 4 AstroTurf wickets, 2 grass wickets, a six-lane outdoor net, a floodlit cricket ground, and a flicx wicket for softball fixtures
These top-tier facilities ensure students can refine their skills in both the summer and winter months, setting the stage for continuous improvement.
Looking Ahead for 2025
Queen Ethelburga’s recently celebrated student achievements at its annual Cricket Awards Evening, showcasing the school’s commitment to fostering excellence in the sport. With ambitious goals to secure more outdoor tournament victories and qualify for the North Yorkshire Indoor Finals, the future of cricket at the school is bright.
Discover Queen Ethelburga’s exceptional sporting and academic offerings by visiting the school during an Open Day or Private Tour. Contact Admissions today to book your visit and see why it’s recognised as a top cricket school.
For further information, visit Queen Ethelburga’s website and follow the school’s journey in nurturing the cricket stars of tomorrow on Instagram.
