Pear Tree School
School summary
With around 20 pupils on roll, Pear Tree School is a notably small independent school in Darlington, where each child is one of a tiny cohort. This is a mixed, non-denominational school led by headteacher Mr David Bartlett. Its scale will appeal to families who value a close-knit setting and a high degree of individual attention over the bustle of a larger institution.
Where every mark matters.
Places are limited and demand is high, so exam performance is what sets candidates apart. Passmate turns the months ahead into ten focused minutes a day on the exact topics this school tests.
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Inspection reports
- Last inspected
- 14 June 2023
Teaching & academics
The school takes pupils from age 11 and operates an 11+ entry point. As an independent school inspected by the ISI rather than Ofsted, it sits within the framework that oversees the independent sector.
Head · Mr David Bartlett
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
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A very small independent school in Darlington, best suited to families seeking an intimate environment where pupils are known as individuals.
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Pear Tree School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.