Kings Priory School in Tynemouth has submitted a planning application to repair the storm-damaged roof of its sixth-form building. The Grade II listed school suffered extensive damage during severe weather on May 3, according to a survey.
Extent of the damage
The survey found “extensive damage” to the roof and “significant” rain damage to the upper floors. The application covers repairs to roof coverings, roof structure, chimneys, leadwork, and internal ceilings and walls affected by water leaks.
By Tuesday, May 5 2026, the uppermost floor of the sixth form centre was unusable due to rainwater penetration, leading to the block's evacuation. A safety cordon was placed in the school yard to protect pupils and staff from blown-off felt and slate.
Preservation and context
The application states that the proposed works “are considered to preserve the special architectural and historic interest of the Grade II listed buildings and the character and appearance of the Tynemouth Village Conservation Area.”
As of publication, North Tyneside Council planning officers or the planning committee had not yet decided on the application.
Kings Priory School was formed from the merger of the independent King’s School and the state-run Priory Primary, opening in September 2013. The merger was controversial, with authorities considering a legal challenge. In August 2013, North Tyneside Council’s cabinet voted against a judicial review but criticised how the decision was made.
