Welcome from the Head
A very warm welcome to our school website where you will begin to get a feel for the unique blend of traditional values and contemporary education which embody our family-orientated school.
Our Aims and Ethos
As the only independent preparatory school in the Tyneside area, we aim to provide the very best that a primary education can offer to children from 3-11 years old.
The School Day
Learn about a typical school day at Newcastle Preparatory School.
School Meals
We understand the importance of good, healthy food to your child’s wellbeing and regard mealtimes as an integral part of their education.
Term Dates
View the upcoming years' Term Dates to see when the school is closed for holidays, teacher training days and other closures.
Academic Results
In 2024, 60 independent senior school places were offered to our 29 Year 6 children.
Inspection report
Our recent Educational Quality Inspection Report was highly successful with NPS being awarded excellent ISI judgement descriptors for the two headline areas which are routinely inspected:
Policies
View our full list of downloadable policies, all in an easy to view PDF format. Paper copies are available on request from the School Office.
History of NPS
NPS is a thoroughly modern school with a great history. In 1885 some of Newcastle's leading businessmen formed the 'Newcastle Public Day School Company Limited' and took over Eskdale Tower.
Virtual Tour
Take a virtual stroll