About the school
Westfield School is an independent day school in Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne. It serves Junior House (3-11 years), Senior House (11-16 years) and Sixth Form (16+), welcoming girls at all stages and boys into Junior House.
| School type | Independent (fee-paying) · Girls |
|---|---|
| Age range | 3-18 |
| Pupils on roll | approx. 300 |
| Headteacher | Mr Neil Walker |
| Sixth form | Yes |
| Fees | Senior House Tuition £7488 per term (academic year starting Autumn 2026 - 2027, including VAT) |
📅 Open days: Open Mornings are held in October and March; the site advertises an Open Morning on Saturday 3rd October 2026 (9.30am - 12.30pm).
Entrance exam
| Exam board / format | Format to confirm |
|---|---|
| Delivery | To be confirmed |
| Subjects tested | English, Maths |
📄 Free Westfield School practice papers (PDF)
Admissions & catchment
| Catchment | Open to all — no catchment requirement |
|---|
Key dates
| Registration opens | To be confirmed |
|---|---|
| Registration deadline | To be confirmed |
| Typical exam date | To be confirmed |
The FAQs say the school's 11+ and 13+ entrance examinations take place in January of each year for entry in the following September. Open Mornings are held in October and March, with an advertised Open Morning on 2026-10-03.
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