Fees at Liberty School
Clear fees for a small, ambitious and progressive school
Liberty School is an independent fee-paying primary school based in the heart of the North East. Our fees reflect the small scale of the school, the quality of teaching, the practical and progressive curriculum, and the rich learning experiences children receive throughout the school week.
With small class sizes, experienced staff, Forest School, community learning, enterprise, life skills and a dyslexia-informed approach, Liberty School provides a different kind of primary education for children from Reception to Year 6.
Registration Fee
To formally register your child for consideration at Liberty School, families are required to complete the registration form and pay a non-refundable registration fee.
This fee allows Liberty School to begin the formal admissions process. It supports the review of your child’s information, the planning of the onboarding process and the next steps in understanding whether Liberty School is the right environment for your child.
Please note that paying the registration fee does not guarantee a place at Liberty School. Places are offered only when we believe the school is the right fit for the child and family.
Registration fee:
£185 non-refundable registration fee.
Before you register
We encourage all families to make an enquiry before registering. The enquiry stage is free and gives you the opportunity to receive information, ask questions and understand whether Liberty School may be the right environment for your child.
If you are ready to move forward, registration is the next step in the admissions journey.
School Fees
Liberty School is an independent fee-paying primary school. Our fees support the delivery of a small, ambitious and progressive school experience, with high-quality teaching, small learning groups and a rich curriculum that includes practical learning, Forest School, community experiences, enterprise and life skills.
All fees listed below include VAT and are charged across three terms each academic year.
Reception
Termly fee: £5,150 per term
Annual fee: £15,450 per year
Year 1 to Year 6
Termly fee: £5,750 per term
Annual fee: £17,250 per year
Deposit
If your child is offered a place at Liberty School and you choose to accept it, a deposit will be required to secure the place.
Deposit: £2,000
The deposit is credited against the first term’s fees, subject to the terms of the Parent Contract. A place is only secured once the acceptance process has been completed and the deposit has been paid.
What the Fees Support
Fees at Liberty School help us provide a different kind of primary education. They support the small scale of the school, the quality of teaching, the breadth of the curriculum and the meaningful experiences that help children grow in confidence, curiosity and independence.
Small class sizes and strong relationships.
Children are taught in small groups where staff have the time to know them as individuals and understand how they learn best.
Ambitious teaching delivered differently.
Children work towards strong academic foundations through structured teaching, practical learning and meaningful application.
Learning beyond the classroom.
Forest School, Community Days, enterprise, life skills and enrichment opportunities help children connect learning to the real world.
A nurturing and dyslexia-informed approach.
Clear, practical and multisensory teaching helps children access learning with confidence and develop as capable, independent learners.
Our Fees Promise
At Liberty School, we want families to understand clearly what our fees are and what they support. Choosing an independent school is a significant decision, and we believe families should have clear information before moving into the formal admissions process.
Our promise is to be open, transparent and supportive. We will explain fees, registration, deposits and next steps clearly, so families can make an informed decision about whether Liberty School is the right environment for their child.
Liberty School is a small school with a big vision. Our fees help us create the conditions for children to learn differently, grow confidently and experience an ambitious education built around who they are.
