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Private Boarding Schools in County Durham
County Durham includes independent schools offering boarding provision in both urban and rural settings. Families considering residential education can compare boarding models, academic pathways and progression routes using School Scout.
Explore all private schools in County Durham, or compare schools across North East.
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Barnard Castle School
Barnard Castle, County Durham, DL12 8UN
Co-Ed
4 - 19
659
Day & Boarding
Fees from £3,767 per term
Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation
County Durham, DH1 4SZ
Co-Ed
3 - 18
740
Day & Boarding
Fees from £7,106 per term
Frequently asked questions about private schools in County Durham
How many private schools are there in County Durham?
There are 11 independent schools across County Durham, including a mix of prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in County Durham?
Yes, independent schools across County Durham offer boarding options, including full, weekly and flexi boarding.
Families can compare boarding vs day schools to understand the differences.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools
Families can compare boarding vs day schools to understand the differences.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools
What age can children start private school in County Durham?
Most independent schools across County Durham accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.
See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when to apply at each stage.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when to apply at each stage.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How do I apply to private schools in County Durham?
Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.
Families can follow the UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points, key dates and the overall process.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
Families can follow the UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points, key dates and the overall process.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
What types of boarding are available in County Durham?
Options include full boarding, weekly boarding and flexi boarding.