[1] The school is named after Eskdale, a valley that runs from Whitby to Westerdale.

[3] In February 2019 Eskdale School agreed to federate with nearby Caedmon College.

In January 2023 plans were suggested – to close the school, and amalgamate with nearby Caedmon College.

This moved forward in summer 2023 after consultation – and was decided from September 2024 the school would close and is set to become Whitby School and Sixth Form (with Caedmon College).

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