Shoshanim
Gateshead, North East · NE8 4DY
Shoshanim is a small independent girls' school in Gateshead, with around 46 pupils on roll. Its intimate size sets the tone for daily life here, allowing staff to know each girl well and to tailor support in a way larger settings rarely manage. The school is led by headteacher Mrs Esther Begal and is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate.
46
Pupils
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- Gender
- Girls
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Pupils
- 46
- Location
- Gateshead, North East
Headteacher
Head Mrs Esther Begal
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Teaching & academics
As an independent school inspected by the ISI, Shoshanim operates within the standards framework that applies to fee-paying schools. With so few pupils, classes are necessarily small, which lends itself to close attention and a personal approach to each girl's progress.
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
The last word
A very small, close-knit girls' school in Gateshead that will suit families seeking a personal, attentive setting.
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Shoshanim 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Shoshanim located?
Shoshanim is located at NE8 4DY.
What type of school is Shoshanim?
Shoshanim is an independent (fee-paying) school in North East.
How many pupils attend Shoshanim?
Shoshanim has approximately 46 pupils on roll.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.