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Best Boarding Schools in County Durham

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    Elemore Hall School

    Elemore Hall School is a secondary school located in Pittington, North East. With a student-teacher ratio of 6:1, it offers a nurturing and supportive environment for students aged 11-16. The school focuses on the social, emotional, and mental health needs of its students, providing effective individual support. Elemore Hall School has shown good overall effectiveness, academic progress, and personal development. However, there is room for improvement in areas such as spelling and grammar, mathematics problem-solving skills, and attendance. The school's extensive grounds offer numerous opportunities for outdoor learning and activities.
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  • Walworth School

    Walworth School is a maintained special school in County Durham, providing specialized day and residential schooling for children aged 4-11 with social, emotional, and mental health challenges. With a strong focus on individual progress and a welcoming environment, the school ensures students make good progress in reading, writing, and mathematics. The robust safeguarding measures and effective leadership create a safe and supportive community. Additionally, the school offers a residential program that enhances social and emotional well-being. With an average score of 99 in maths and reading, the school strives for academic excellence. For parents seeking a nurturing and inclusive educational environment, Walworth School is an ideal choice.
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  • Durham School

    Durham School is a prestigious all-through co-ed boarding school founded in 1908. With a focus on academic excellence, it offers a wide range of scholarships and discounts to support students' talents and aspirations. The school provides SEN support to 18.2% of students, ensuring an inclusive education. Its impressive exam results, including an EBacc average point score of 4.48 at KS4 and 24.10% achieving AAB or higher in A-levels, demonstrate its commitment to delivering high-quality education.
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  • Barnard Castle School

    Barnard Castle School is a Christian co-ed boarding school located in Barnard Castle, North East. With a strong academic record and top-notch facilities, our school fosters a sense of accomplishment, hard work, and great fun in a nurturing environment. We offer a wide range of scholarships and discounts, and provide SEN support for 18.6% of our students. Visit us to experience our warm and friendly environment firsthand.
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Schools Nearby County Durham

  • Cambian Dilston College

    Cambian Dilston College is a co-ed residential school for students aged 16-25 with moderate to severe learning difficulties. However, the school has been rated inadequate by Ofsted in all areas, including overall effectiveness, quality of education, behavior and attitudes, personal development, and leadership and management. Parents should carefully consider this before choosing the school for their child.
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  • Mowden Hall School

    Mowden Hall School is a co-ed boarding school in Stocksfield, providing a nurturing environment for students aged 3-13. With a focus on resilience, kindness, and outdoor learning, the school prepares students for future challenges. Scholarships and support for students with SEN are available.
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  • Education and Services for People with Autism

    Education and Services for People with Autism is a specialized school providing education and support for individuals aged 16-25 with Autistic Spectrum Disorder. With a Good Ofsted rating, the school focuses on delivering quality teaching, personal development, and welfare. Boarding facilities are available in our College/FE residential accommodation.
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  • Percy Hedley Hedleys College

    Percy Hedley Hedleys College is a specialist sixth form school in Forest Hall, North Tyneside. With a focus on high-quality education and personalized support, we provide a range of services for disabled students aged 16-25, ensuring their personal development and preparing them for future success.
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  • Howard House School

    Howard House School is a co-educational secondary boarding school located in West Bedlington. Established in 2006, the school offers a nurturing and inclusive learning environment for students aged 10-18 with a focus on social, emotional and mental health needs, as well as moderate learning difficulties and specific learning difficulties. With a small class size of 30 students, Howard House School provides personalized education and support to help students achieve their full potential. The school has been rated 'Good' by Ofsted, highlighting its high-quality education, positive behavior and attitudes, and strong leadership and management. With an emphasis on personal development, Howard House School prepares students for a successful future. The school has consistently met the independent school standards and strives to ensure academic success, with a high percentage of students achieving GCSE grades 4 or higher.
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  • Barndale House School

    Barndale House School is an all-through co-ed boarding school located in Alnwick, North East. With a student-teacher ratio of 4:1, the school provides individualized attention to students aged 2-19 years. Offering a range of SEN support, Barndale House School aims to provide a nurturing environment for students with various learning needs. With excellent resources and a focus on personal development, the school strives to empower students to reach their full potential.
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  • Longridge Towers School

    Longridge Towers School is a picturesque all-through co-ed boarding school nestled in the North East of England. With its expansive 80-acre grounds and magnificent Grade 2 listed Victorian palace, the school provides a beautiful environment for children's education. Offering a wide range of scholarships and discounts, Longridge Towers School ensures that every child has the opportunity to excel academically and pursue their passions in art, music, and sports. With a strong focus on supporting students with special educational needs, the school is committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive learning environment. With impressive exam results at both KS4 and A-level, Longridge Towers School offers parents a school where their children can thrive and achieve their full potential.
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Frequently Asked Questions

County Durham has 4 boarding schools that serve 1,730 students for the school year 2023/24.
There are 1 primary & 3 secondary boarding schools in County Durham.

There are 2 private schools that offer boarding in County Durham.
Average fee is £2,436.00.

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