“Esse Quam Videri, ‘to be rather than to seem to be’”
St Anselm's School is an independent co-educational school located on Stanedge Road in Bakewell, Derbyshire. Catering to a mixed-gender population aged 2 to 13, the school currently serves 123 pupils, with a capacity of 320, creating a close-knit community atmosphere. St Anselm's operates in a rural setting, providing students with access to the beautiful Peak District landscape, which is integrated into the school's learning approach. The school's motto, 'Esse Quam Videri,' translates to 'to be rather than to seem to be,' reflecting its commitment to nurturing authentic individuality and character development in students. The school emphasizes the celebration of childhood and aims to foster each child's unique talents and passions while preparing them for future educational challenges.
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Compiled from official UK government data (GIAS), Ofsted inspection records, and information from the school's own website. Sections marked "AI summary" were written by AI (OpenAI GPT-4o) from these sources and are not individually checked by a person. Last verified 1 May 2026. Spot an error? Let us know.