Dame Allan's Junior School
URN: 108651 • Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4NG
Overview
- Name
- Dame Allan's Junior School
- URN
- 108651
- Type
- Other independent school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Anglican
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 49.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Geoffrey Michael Laidler (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Hunter's Road, Newcastle upon Tyne NE2 4NG
Summary
Dame Allan's Junior School, located in Newcastle upon Tyne, has a rich history dating back to its founding in 1705. The school serves a mixed-gender population of 313 pupils, with a capacity of 320. It prides itself on providing a nurturing environment that fosters both academic excellence and personal growth, ensuring that each child is known and valued.
The curriculum is broad and child-centred, encouraging independent learning and engagement through a variety of subjects, including core skills in numeracy and literacy, as well as creative arts and sports. The school also emphasizes outdoor education, incorporating initiatives like the Skogsmulle programme, which connects children with nature through play and exploration.
Dame Allan's Junior School values strong partnerships with parents, maintaining an open-door policy to keep families informed about their children's progress. The school community is supported by the Dame Allan’s Parents’ Association (DASPA), which organizes events and fundraising activities, contributing to the school’s family atmosphere and commitment to high academic standards.
The curriculum is broad and child-centred, encouraging independent learning and engagement through a variety of subjects, including core skills in numeracy and literacy, as well as creative arts and sports. The school also emphasizes outdoor education, incorporating initiatives like the Skogsmulle programme, which connects children with nature through play and exploration.
Dame Allan's Junior School values strong partnerships with parents, maintaining an open-door policy to keep families informed about their children's progress. The school community is supported by the Dame Allan’s Parents’ Association (DASPA), which organizes events and fundraising activities, contributing to the school’s family atmosphere and commitment to high academic standards.
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Nearby alternatives
- Benton Dene School (59.3)
- Talbot House Children's Charity (54.6)
Key details
- LA
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Age range
- 3 - 11
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 320
- Pupils
- 313
- Boys
- 188
- Girls
- 125
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- 2009-09-01
- Close date
- 2023-10-27
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 313 | 188 | 125 | 320 | 0.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 313 | 188 | 125 | 320 | 0.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 310 | 194 | 116 | 320 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 310 | 194 | 116 | 320 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 306 | 187 | 119 | 320 | 0.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 300 | 185 | 115 | 320 | 0.00 |
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