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Co-Educational Private Schools in North East England

Co-educational independent schools throughout North East England provide families with preparatory and senior options across the region. School Scout supports comparisons between institutions, helping parents review tuition, academic outcomes and boarding availability before selecting a county.

Explore all private schools in North East, or compare schools across England.

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Argyle House School

Partner school

Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR2 7LA

Co-Ed 2 - 16 213 Day

Fees from £4,620 per term

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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

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Delta Independent School

Consett, County Durham, DH8 5DH

Co-Ed 13 - 16 41 Day

Fees from £5,850 per term

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Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation

County Durham, DH1 4SZ

Co-Ed 3 - 18 740 Day & Boarding

Fees from £7,106 per term

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Hopespring Newcastle

Tyne and Wear, NE12 8UZ

Co-Ed 11 - 16 13 Day

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Hopespring Sunderland

Tyne and Wear, SR2 9HA

Co-Ed 11 - 16 24 Day

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North East Counties

County Durham Northumberland Teesside Tyne and Wear

Frequently asked questions about private schools in North East England

How many private schools are there in North East?

There are 25 independent schools across North East, located in counties such as County Durham, Northumberland, Teesside.

Are there boarding schools in North East?

Yes, independent schools across North East 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

What age can children start private school in North East?

Most independent schools across North East accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.

How do I apply to private schools in North East?

Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.

Families can explore 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

How many co-educational schools are there in North East?

There are 22 independent co-educational schools across North East, where boys and girls learn together.

What does co-educational mean?

Co-educational schools teach boys and girls together, offering a balanced and inclusive learning environment.

Learn more about co-educational vs single-sex schools in our guide.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/single-sex-or-co-educational-schools