A love of singing is the key to becoming a chorister. We are looking for boys and girls who enjoy making music, are enthusiastic about learning and will bring their own passions and personalities to St Peter’s School.
Chorister Experience Day
Saturday 5 October, 2.30pm - 6pm
Does your child love singing?
Join York Minster’s Music Department and staff from St Peter’s School, York on Saturday 5 October and become a chorister for a day.
Children will meet at York Minster at 2.30pm where they will have the chance to explore life as a York Minster Chorister through fun, child-focused activities. They will learn simple songs with expert music tutors, have a go on the cathedral’s Grand Organ, and even try on a cassock, before joining a rehearsal with the Choir of York Minster and singing at a service of Choral Evensong.
There will be an opportunity for parents to attend a question-and-answer session about being a chorister, before attending Choral Evensong at 5.30pm to hear their children perform.
All children interested in singing are welcome to attend, no prior experience is required.
This event is recommended for children in school years 2 and 3.
Pre-booking is required for this event. Please book here:
York Minster Chorister Experience Day
All choristers are educated at St Peter's School. If you are new to the school we recommend you attend our Open Day in the morning of Saturday 5 October. Register below:
Submitting an Application
We are now accepting chorister applications for J1 (Year 4) 2025 entry.
Applicants should be ready to join Year 4 in September 2025. There are no other opportunities to join the choir in other year groups. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Admissions at [email protected].
External applicants should complete our application form by following the link below. Internal applicants should contact Admissions at [email protected] to express their interest or enquire at the School Office.
Tuition Fees
All choristers are educated at St Peter’s School and their fees are subsidised by the Dean and Chapter of York Minster. For all choristers, a substantial part of the school fee is paid by York Minster.
Choristerships are open to all and additional means-tested funding is available to those who may not be able to afford the remaining part of the fee, which may potentially increase the level of funding to 100%. Please contact us if you would like to know more.
Once choristers reach Third Form (Y9) and leave the choir they will be able to apply for music scholarships and means-tested bursaries to ensure that they can continue their education at St Peter’s.