Schools & Education in North Shields
North Shields has a range of primary and secondary schools across the town, run under North Tyneside's two-tier system. School places for maintained schools are managed by North Tyneside Council.
School Profiles
Detailed guides to individual schools and nurseries in the North Shields area.
Find a Tutor in North Shields
Kumon at the Linskill Centre, a Yamaha music school on Russell Street, vocal coaching, dance and drama schools, plus how to check a private tutor before booking, your guide to tuition in North Shields.
North Shields School Holidays and Term Dates (North Tyneside, 2026/27)
The official North Tyneside Council school term dates and holidays for 2026/27, plus 2027/28, for families in North Shields. Half-terms, Christmas, Easter and summer at a glance.
Resources for Parents
School Admissions →
Apply for primary and secondary places through North Tyneside Council.
Ofsted Parent View →
Read and submit parent reviews for any school.
Free Childcare Hours →
Check eligibility for 15 or 30 hours free childcare.
Two & Three Tier Schools →
How North Tyneside's school systems work by area.
Lessons, Coaching & Tutoring
Local tutors covering music, academic subjects, sports coaching, dance, languages, and the arts, based in and around North Shields.
Music
2 tutorsPiano, guitar, violin, singing, drums, and more.
Academic
1 tutorMaths, English, science, and exam preparation.
Art & Craft
1 tutorArt classes, drama coaching, and creative skills.
Sports
0 tutorsFootball, tennis, swimming, and fitness coaching.
Dance & Fitness
2 tutorsBallet, contemporary, street dance, and more.
Languages
0 tutorsFrench, Spanish, Mandarin, and other languages.