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A Welcoming, Inclusive School Community
At Newtown School Waterford, we are a co-educational and multi-denominational school guided by the Quaker values of respect, equality and kindness. We are committed to creating a welcoming community-centred environment where every student feels valued and supported.
Our focus is on helping each young person develop confidence, independence, and a strong sense of belonging within a diverse school community.
We combine strong academic preparation with a flourishing tradition in sport, music and the arts.
At Newtown, students are known as individuals and are supported to thrive in a safe, caring and inclusive environment.
Flexible boarding options to suit every student
Newtown School is set on an 18-acre campus in Waterford City, offering a safe, friendly and welcoming environment for our students. A designated residential staff member is assigned to each year group. There is always a staff member on duty when students are in the boarding houses. Students enjoy comfortable rooms and shared spaces.
Boarding facilities are offered on a three-weekly basis. Some students may opt for weekly boarding.
A typical day at Newtown School
7:30 am – Morning Call, followed by breakfast. All meals are taken in the dining room
8:40 am – Morning Collect followed by classes until 13:05, when students take lunch. Classes resume at 14:05.
16:05 pm – End of the school day. Students return to Houses. They may take part in any of the activities that are provided for all the students after school, such as drama, music activities, sports of various kinds, swimming, debating, etc.
17:30 pm – Evening Meal.
18:30pm – Supervised Study ends at 20:15 for Junior students and at 21:30 for Senior students (break for snack 20:00 until 20:15).
Students relax after study and then return to their Houses where they prepare for bed.
Wednesday is a half day, which gives students time to enjoy sports and matches. Seniors may go to the city centre, Juniors may go to a local shop to buy anything necessary.
A valuable stepping stone to college and beyond
Newtown School is not only a place for secondary education, it is also an ideal environment for students who are supported academically and personally during these important years.
Many students benefit from their time at Newtown as a focused and supportive bridge into further education or adult life. Whether preparing for college, developing independence, or building academic confidence, students are guided to make meaningful progress during their time here.
For many, Newtown becomes a pivotal place of growth: a place to focus academically, mature personally, and leave better prepared for the next stage of their journey.
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