Argyle House School
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear · SR2 7LA
Argyle House School is a small, coeducational independent all-through school serving the Sunderland area from age 3 to 18. The school offers continuous pastoral care across its tight-knit community of 226 pupils, with day-only provision. As an un-inspected establishment, it operates outside the immediate regulatory framework but serves families seeking independent education in the North East.
- →All-through provision from nursery to sixth form in a single, familiar setting
- →Smaller scale than regional alternatives, offering strong pastoral oversight
- →Flexible entry points at 3, 4, 7, 8, 11, 13, and 16 to accommodate different families
Who thrives here
Pupils who benefit from continuity and personal attention in a smaller community, and families seeking independent education without the pressure of highly selective entry or boarding logistics.
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Contact & visit
19-20 Thornhill Park
Sunderland, Tyne and Wear
SR2 7LA
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Argyle House School?
Day fees at Argyle House School are approximately £9,600 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into Argyle House School?
Argyle House School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Argyle House School's exam results?
At Argyle House School, 17.4% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Argyle House School a boarding school?
Argyle House School is a day school in Sunderland and does not offer boarding.
What is Argyle House School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Argyle House School “Excellent” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Small, personal community feel across all age groups
✓Continuity of relationships from early years through to sixth form
✓Local alternative to larger independent schools or highly selective grammars
Common concerns
!Lack of Ofsted inspection history limits external validation of educational quality and safeguarding
!Limited publicly available data on academic outcomes, facilities, and specialist provision