Newcastle School for Boys
URN: 108544 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE3 4ES
Overview
- Name
- Newcastle School for Boys
- URN
- 108544
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 35.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Graeme Hallam (since 2025) , Headmaster
- Telephone
- 01912559300
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 30 West Avenue, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE3 4ES
Summary
Newcastle School for Boys, established in 2005, is an independent day school located in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne. Catering exclusively to boys aged 3 to 18, the school emphasizes a supportive and nurturing environment, focusing on individual academic progress and character development. With a current enrollment of 361 pupils and a capacity of 433, the school maintains small class sizes to ensure personalized attention for each student.
The curriculum is designed to foster confidence and independence, offering a seamless educational journey from Early Years through to Sixth Form. Newcastle School for Boys boasts a strong academic record, with over 97% of pupils achieving grades 9-4 at GCSE. In addition to academic excellence, the school provides a wealth of extracurricular opportunities, including sports, performing arts, and international trips, encouraging students to explore their interests and talents.
Looking ahead, the school will transition to The Newcastle School in September 2026, welcoming girls into the community for the first time. This change aims to build on the school's legacy while continuing to prioritize a strong sense of community and individual support for all students.
The curriculum is designed to foster confidence and independence, offering a seamless educational journey from Early Years through to Sixth Form. Newcastle School for Boys boasts a strong academic record, with over 97% of pupils achieving grades 9-4 at GCSE. In addition to academic excellence, the school provides a wealth of extracurricular opportunities, including sports, performing arts, and international trips, encouraging students to explore their interests and talents.
Looking ahead, the school will transition to The Newcastle School in September 2026, welcoming girls into the community for the first time. This change aims to build on the school's legacy while continuing to prioritize a strong sense of community and individual support for all students.
Useful links
- Seniors (sen)
- Academic (sen)
- Co-curricular (sen)
- Meet our boys (sen)
- Pastoral (sen)
- The School Day (sen)
- Admissions (other)
- Cookie Policy (other)
- International Admissions (other)
- Terms and Conditions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Percy Hedley School (77.8)
- Newcastle Bridges School (67.5)
- Hadrian School (64.1)
- Percy Hedley Hedleys College (60.2)
- Moorbridge (59.1)
Key details
- LA
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Age range
- 2 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 433
- Pupils
- 361
- Boys
- 361
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- Open date
- 1956-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 361 | 361 | 0 | 433 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 387 | 387 | 0 | 433 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 371 | 371 | 0 | 433 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 371 | 371 | 0 | 433 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 381 | 381 | 0 | 433 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 409 | 409 | 0 | 433 | 0.00 |
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