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Private Schools in Sunderland

There are 12 independent schools in and around Sunderland, spanning pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and primarily day schools, with some boarding options.

See our school admissions timeline guide to understand entry points, exams and application timing.

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Argyle House School

Argyle House School

Partner school

Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, SR2 7LA

Co-Ed 2 - 16 213 Day

Fees from £4,620 per term

Hopespring Sunderland

Hopespring Sunderland

Tyne and Wear, SR2 9HA

Co-Ed 11 - 16 24 Day
Newcastle Preparatory School

Newcastle Preparatory School

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE2 4RH

Co-Ed 3 - 11 267 Day

Fees from £4,164 per term

RGS Newcastle

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE2 4DX

Co-Ed 7 - 19 1,330 Day

Fees from £5,621 per term

Newcastle High School for Girls GDST

Tyne and Wear, NE2 3BA

Girls 3 - 18 657 Day

Fees from £4,728 per term

Hopespring Newcastle

Hopespring Newcastle

Tyne and Wear, NE12 8UZ

Co-Ed 11 - 16 13 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Sunderland

How many private schools are there in Sunderland?
There are 12 independent schools in and around Sunderland, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Sunderland?
Yes, a small number of schools in and around Sunderland offer boarding, including full, weekly or flexi options.

Families can compare options in our guide to boarding vs day schools:
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools
What age can children start private school in Sunderland?
Most independent schools accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.

Key entry points follow a structured timeline - see the UK private school admissions timeline for when to apply.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How do I apply to private schools in Sunderland?
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 key dates, entry points and when to apply.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline

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