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Royal Grammar School, Newcastle

SeniorCo Ed, becoming co-educationalAges 7–18Day1,332 pupils
Day fees
£17,537
How competitive entry is
School Exam + Adaptive AssessmentCompetitive entry
Pupils
1,332
Founded
1525
Next deadline
Registration closes: 1 Jan 2027
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Open events

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Open MorningMid-November annually
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Whole-School Open MorningNovember 2026
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Annual Open DayEvery September
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Fees

£17,538per year · Day · 2026-27
VAT-inclusive estimate £17,538VAT status TBC7-year projection £138,520
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

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

Activities & co-curricular

sport

CricketFootballRugby

music

ChoirOrchestra

drama

Drama Club

academic club

Debating Society

service

Community Service

Facilities

sports

Sports Hall

arts

Music School

academic

Science Labs

wellbeing

Wellbeing Centre

Latest exam results

86%
A-level A*–A
81%
GCSE 9–7

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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Inspection

Isi 5 Nov 2024

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Met

Term dates 2023-24

autumn6 Sept 202315 Dec 2023
spring3 Jan 202422 Mar 2024
summer22 Apr 20247 Jul 2024
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

Questions parents ask

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Are fees published?+

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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?+

email at communications@rgs.newcastle.sch.uk or phone on 01912815711. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.

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Frequently asked questions

How much are the fees at Royal Grammar School, Newcastle?
Day fees at Royal Grammar School, Newcastle range from £13,260 to £20,817 per year.
What ages does Royal Grammar School, Newcastle take?
Royal Grammar School, Newcastle takes pupils from age 7 to 18.
Is Royal Grammar School, Newcastle a day or boarding school?
Royal Grammar School, Newcastle is a day school.
Is Royal Grammar School, Newcastle co-educational or single-sex?
Royal Grammar School, Newcastle is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is Royal Grammar School, Newcastle?
Royal Grammar School, Newcastle is in Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 4DX.

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