MixedIndependent

Dame Allan's Junior School

Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, North East · NE2 4NG

Spanning the years from nursery age to eleven, Dame Allan's Junior School is a small independent in Newcastle upon Tyne with roughly 310 mixed pupils on roll. Its modest size lends itself to a close-knit, family feel where children are well known to staff. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded the school its highest grade of "excellent", both overall and for pupils' personal development, and found it fully compliant with regulatory standards. The school is led by Head of Junior School Geoff Laidler.

310

Pupils

excellent

ISI

£16,821

Day fees / yr

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Age range
3-11
Pupils
310
Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, North East
Website
https://www.dameallans.co.uk/
Telephone
0191 2246770

Headteacher

Head of junior school Geoff Laidler

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Teaching & academics

The ISI's "excellent" rating reflects strong outcomes across the junior years. Academic scholarships are available, signalling a school that recognises and rewards able pupils as they progress.

Arts & extracurricular

Scholarships

Academic

Ethos & heritage

Boarding
No

Mobile phone policy

Mobile phones must be handed in to class teacher at beginning of day and collected after final lesson. No devices left in bags or pockets, whether switched on or off.

Money matters

Day fees (per year)
£16,821

Inspection reports

ISI rating
excellent
ISI personal development
excellent
Last inspected
17 October 2023
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A small, well-regarded independent for families in Newcastle seeking an excellent-rated start, all the way from nursery to the move up to senior school.

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Dame Allan's Junior School 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is Dame Allan's Junior School located?

Dame Allan's Junior School is located at Hunter’s Road, Spital Tongues, Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4NG.

What type of school is Dame Allan's Junior School?

Dame Allan's Junior School is an independent (fee-paying) school in North East.

How many pupils attend Dame Allan's Junior School?

Dame Allan's Junior School has approximately 310 pupils on roll.

What is Dame Allan's Junior School's inspection rating?

Dame Allan's Junior School is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 17 October 2023.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.