Barnard Castle School

Newgate, Barnard Castle, DL12 8UN

Independent school for ages 4–19 in Barnard Castle. Mixed intake, Christian.

Barnard Castle School is a mixed Christian independent boarding school in Barnard Castle, County Durham, for ages 4 to 19. It has a sixth form and teaches around 660 pupils.

Its ISI inspection in April 2023 found the relevant standards and safeguarding standards met.

The school describes itself as set in 50 acres of grounds and known as Barney, with an approach that combines academic ambition, personal growth and character. It says its motto is Parvis imbutus tentabis grandia tutus, linking small daily steps to larger challenges.

Ages 4–19 · All-through

659 pupils · On roll

Independent school · Mixed

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