Independent SeniorCo-educationalOfsted · Not yet inspected

Delta Independent School

Consett, County Durham · DH8 5DH

AAB+ A-level

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9–7 GCSE

0%

Day fees

£11k

Inspection

Not yet inspected

Delta Independent School is a small, coeducational day school serving pupils from age 13 onwards in Consett, County Durham. With only 46 pupils across secondary years, it offers a highly personalised learning environment characteristic of micro-independent schools in post-industrial communities. The school prioritises individual attention and adapted pace, typical of emerging independent provisions outside major metropolitan areas.

  • →Small class sizes and individualised attention impossible in larger schools
  • →Local alternative to grammar school entry or distant boarding options
  • →Flexible curriculum tailored to pupil needs and learning pace

Who thrives here

Pupils who thrive with close pastoral oversight, those who struggled in larger primary settings, or learners whose needs or interests don't fit standard comprehensive pathways. Families valuing bespoke education over institutional prestige.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSportsno dataCo-curricularno dataValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeIndependent Senior · Day
Number of pupils46
Pupils with SEND47
Age range13–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£10.5k/yr
Settingsuburban
LocationRural Durham location; likely reliant on car or local bus; rail access via Chester-le-Street or Swalwell for Newcastle connections.

Contact & visit

Parliament Street

Consett, County Durham

DH8 5DH

01207502680
Mr Paul Hillary, Head

Nearest stations

Consett5 min
Chester-le-Street25 min

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Delta Independent School?

Day fees at Delta Independent School are approximately £10,500 per year (2024/25).

How do you get into Delta Independent School?

Delta Independent School admits pupils at 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are Delta Independent School's exam results?

At Delta Independent School, 0% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is Delta Independent School a boarding school?

Delta Independent School is a day school in Consett and does not offer boarding.

What parents say

Frequently praised

✓Highly personalised attention and flexible teaching approach

✓Welcoming, non-selective ethos and inclusive pastoral care

✓Local option avoiding long commutes or boarding

Common concerns

!Lack of Ofsted inspection history limits third-party validation of standards

!Very small pupil cohort may limit peer diversity and breadth of extracurricular specialisation

!Limited public track record on university outcomes or specialist academic preparation