Argyle House School 19-20 Thornhill Park, Sunderland, SR2 7LA, Tyne & Wear 01915 100726

info@argylehouseschool.co.uk www.argylehouseschool.co.uk

School type	Co-educational Day Preparatory, Senior & Nursery
Founded	1884
Headteacher	Mr John Sample
Co-ed Age Range	2 years 9 months-16 years
Number of pupils	187
Nursery	£3420 (half day) - £6840 (full day)
Reception – Year 2	£11,550 - £11,724 per annum (incl. VAT)
Year 3 – Year 6	£12,675 - £12,738 per annum (incl. VAT)
Year 7 – Year 11	£13,992 - £14,073 per annum (incl. VAT)
Associations	ISA, ISC

Argyle House School, a leading independent school in Sunderland which stands out as a respected and forward-thinking school with it's strong sense of tradition and community. It's more than just an academic institution, Argyle House is built upon a foundation of family values that influences every aspect of school life. These core values – care, respect, honesty, and responsibility – guide our approach to teaching and learning, shaping the development of young minds both inside and outside the classroom. We believe education should be down-to-earth and accessible, fostering real connections between staff, pupils, and families, without the need for formality or pretence.

Our school community begins with Little Crickets Sunderland, our nurturing nursery setting for children aged 2 years and 9 months up to 4 years old. Situated within Argyle House School itself, Little Crickets offers a warm and welcoming environment where early learning thrives. Here, children are introduced to the structure of formal education through lessons led by fully qualified teachers, helping them build a strong foundation in key developmental areas. Most importantly, Little Crickets is not a separate entity – it's fully integrated into the wider Argyle House family, ensuring young learners feel part of something bigger from the very beginning.

As children progress, they move seamlessly into Argyle House Prep School, designed for pupils aged 4 to 11 years. While the majority of our pupils join us in Reception, we encourage admissions at any stage during the primary years. The Prep School provides a dynamic and engaging curriculum, carefully tailored to support individual learning styles and strengths. Our experienced teaching staff create a supportive and stimulating atmosphere, allowing each child to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Whether pupils join us at the start or later on, they quickly become part of our inclusive and caring community.

From the age of 11, students transition into Argyle House Senior School, where the emphasis shifts toward preparing them for adulthood. In addition to academic excellence, we focus on nurturing confident, capable individuals through a balanced combination of lessons, sports, and a wide variety of extra-curricular activities. GCSEs are a significant part of our senior school programme, and we offer an extensive range of subjects to cater to varied interests and career aspirations. However, success at Argyle House goes beyond exam results. We aim to equip pupils with the personal qualities and life skills they'll need to thrive in whatever path they choose next.

Throughout every stage of a child's educational journey – nursery, prep, or senior school – Argyle House remains committed to fostering a sense of belonging, purpose, and ambition. We are proud of the strong relationships we build with families and the individual attention we give to each pupil. With a clear focus on values, achievement, and well-being, Argyle House School continues to lead the way in delivering meaningful education in a caring, family-oriented environment.