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Royal Grammar School, Newcastle

SeniorCo Ed, becoming co-educationalAges 7–18Day1,330 pupils
Day fees
£20,817
How competitive entry is
School Own Exam + InterviewCompetitive entry
Pupils
1,330
Founded
1525
Next deadline
Registration closes: 1 Jan 2027
Houseroom Index 2026Provisional
82.7/100
47% data confidence·v2026.4.0
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Pillar breakdown
Academic outcomes81
Destinations & outcomes85
Future-readiness55
Pastoral & wellbeing70
Pupil flourishing65
Value-add73
Access & breadth55
Parent sentiment70
External consensus50

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About the head

Headmaster since 2019. Former head of Fettes College in Edinburgh. Career spans teaching, banking (Citigroup), Boston Consulting Group, and the army (captain in the Grenadier Guards). Climbed Everest. Previous schools include Millfield, Pangbourne, and Sevenoaks (Deputy Head Co-Curricular). Degree in Classics, taught Economics throughout career. BA Classics

Latest exam results

86%
A-level A*–A
81%
GCSE 9–7
6%
Oxbridge offer rate
75%
Russell Group rate

Data from 2025 results

Where leavers go

5%
to Oxbridge (2025)
75%
to Russell Group
2025202420232022
Cohort164162187165
Oxbridge912
Russell Group123122
US Ivy0000
Medicine12
Top universities (2025)
University of Oxford0
University of Cambridge0
Imperial College London1
UCL1
University of St Andrews1

Recent coverage

The Royal Grammar School Newcastle continues to thrive as a leading independent co-educational day school with over 1,300 students, including more than 330 in its large Sixth Form. In 2024, the school celebrated the achievement of three Year 11 students receiving Arkwright Engineering Scholarships, contributing to a total of over 100 scholars since 1991. The school also announced its new student leadership team for the 2026/27 academic year, highlighting ongoing student engagement and leadership development.

Notable alumni

Sir Peter Ustinov (actor and writer)Sir Liam Donaldson (Chief Medical Officer)Sir Jonathan Ive (industrial designer)Sir Terry Farrell (architect)Sir John Hall (businessman)Sir James Knott (shipping magnate)Sir John Gurdon (Nobel laureate biologist)
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Registration deadline confirmed

Royal Grammar School, Newcastle closes registrations on 1 Jan 2027. Add the deadline to your plan and start booking visits before applications.

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Open events

Open MorningThis week
Thu, 11 Jun 2026
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
RGS Online Introduction
Open EveningThis week
Thu, 11 Jun 2026
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
RGS Online Introduction 2026
Dates to be confirmed
Whole-School Open MorningNovember 2026
Dates TBC
Open MorningMid-November annually
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Annual Open DayEvery September
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Open MorningMid-November annually
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Whole-School Open MorningNovember 2026
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Talks & tasters

Thu, 11 Jun 2026RGS Online IntroductionOpen Morning
Thu, 11 Jun 2026RGS Online Introduction 2026Open Evening

Fees

£17,538per year · Day · 2026-27
VAT-inclusive estimate £17,538VAT status TBCYear 7-13 projection £138,520
vs London avg (£24,000)27% below
By entry point · 2026-27
7+£17,538
11+£20,817
Also budget for · Registration fee, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music tuition, exam fees. These vary by school — check with admissions for the full cost breakdown.

Bursaries & Scholarships

Inspection

Isi 5 Nov 2024

One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.

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Term dates 2025-26

autumn4 Sept 202517 Dec 2025Half-term 17 Oct 2025–31 Oct 2025
spring6 Jan 20262 Apr 2026Half-term 12 Feb 2026–20 Feb 2026
summer20 Apr 20262 Jul 2026Half-term 22 May 2026–29 May 2026

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SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has identified needs, contact admissions early to discuss capacity.

Are there open days?+

1 upcoming open day or tour — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.

How do I contact admissions?+

phone on 0191 212 8968 or the registrars listed in the contact card. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.

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