Dame Allan's Schools
Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, North East · NE4 9YJ
One of Newcastle-upon-Tyne's larger independent schools, Dame Allan's Schools educates around 1,289 fee-paying pupils and admits at age 11 through an 11+ process. Its size places it among the bigger independent settings in the city, offering the breadth that comes with a substantial roll. Families considering it should look closely at the published performance figures alongside a visit, as the headline attainment data sits below the national picture.
1,289
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- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 1,289
- Location
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, North East
- Website
- www.dameallans.co.uk
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Latest results
Attainment 8
31.8
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
The school's average Attainment 8 score stands at 31.8, against a national average of 46.9, and the published figure for pupils achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths is 0% compared with a national average of 47%. These are unusually low headline numbers for an independent school and warrant direct discussion with the school about how the figures are calculated and what they reflect. Parents would be wise to ask for context on cohort size, subject entries and recent results when forming a judgement.
The last word
A large independent school in Newcastle with an established 11+ entry route, where the published attainment data sits notably below national averages and merits a closer look in person.
The Passmate verdict
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Dame Allan's Schools 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Dame Allan's Schools located?
Dame Allan's Schools is located at Fowberry Crescent, Fenham, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE4 9YJ.
What type of school is Dame Allan's Schools?
Dame Allan's Schools is an independent (fee-paying) school in North East.
How many pupils attend Dame Allan's Schools?
Dame Allan's Schools has approximately 1,289 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.