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Co-Educational Private Schools in Chester-le-Street

Families considering co-educational schools in Chester-le-Street will find 12 independent options. Compare school types and primarily day schools, with some boarding options.

Explore all private schools in Chester-le-Street, or browse schools across County Durham and North East.

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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

Durham Cathedral Schools Foundation

County Durham, DH1 4SZ

Co-Ed 3 - 18 740 Day & Boarding

Fees from £7,106 per term

The Independent Grammar School: Durham

Esh Winning, County Durham, DH7 9QF

Co-Ed 4 - 16 132 Day

RGS Newcastle

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

Co-Ed 7 - 19 1,330 Day

Fees from £5,621 per term

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

Hopespring Sunderland

Hopespring Sunderland

Tyne and Wear, SR2 9HA

Co-Ed 11 - 16 24 Day

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Chester-le-Street

How many private schools are there in Chester-le-Street?
There are 15 independent schools in and around Chester-le-Street, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Chester-le-Street?
Yes, a small number of schools in and around Chester-le-Street 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 Chester-le-Street?
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 Chester-le-Street?
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
How many co-educational schools are there in Chester-le-Street?
There are 12 independent co-educational schools in and around Chester-le-Street, 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

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