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Co-Educational Private Schools in Durham

Durham has 7 independent co-educational schools, where boys and girls learn together. Families can compare school types and primarily day schools, with some boarding options.

See the school admissions timeline guide for entry points and application timing.

Explore all private schools in Durham, 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
Open Air Education

Open Air Education

County Durham, SR8 1NJ

Co-Ed 4 - 14 14 Day
Hopespring Sunderland

Hopespring Sunderland

Tyne and Wear, SR2 9HA

Co-Ed 11 - 16 24 Day

Delta Independent School

Consett, County Durham, DH8 5DH

Co-Ed 13 - 16 41 Day

Fees from £5,850 per term

Frequently asked questions about private schools in Durham

How many private schools are there in Durham?
There are 7 independent schools in and around Durham, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Durham?
Yes, a small number of schools in and around Durham 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 Durham?
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 Durham?
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 Durham?
There are 7 independent co-educational schools in and around Durham, 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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