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NCEA Castle School
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- Ashington NE63 9FZ
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| The quality of education | Good |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Good |
| Personal development | Good |
| Leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Sixth-form provision | Good |
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Academic Progress: Pupils build on what they have learned before.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Relationships between pupils and adults are positive and respectful.
Support for Pupils Falling Behind: Staff work alongside other professionals to meet pupils鈥� needs.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers and class teams are proud of the difference they make.
Impact of Teaching on Student Progress: Teachers plan activities that help pupils build their knowledge.
Strengths or Challenges with Teaching Staff: Staff feel empowered and valued with continuous professional development.
Communication with Parents: Leaders ensure parents are informed about their child's progress.
Opportunities for Parent Involvement: Parents can engage through Ofsted Parent View.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents' views are considered through surveys.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders address concerns by working with outside agencies.
Actions to Enhance Education Quality: New leaders made positive changes and provided curriculum pathways.
Managing Bullying and Ensuring Safety: Bullying rarely happens, and pupils feel safe.
Behaviour and Attitudes of Pupils: Pupils are taught about relationships and treating everyone equally.
Promoting Pupils' Welfare and Safety: Staff know how to keep pupils safe.
Extracurricular Activities & Clubs: Pupils would benefit from a much wider range of opportunities.
Balancing Academics with Extracurriculars: Programme needs refinement to offer broader opportunities.
Career Counselling Services: Post-16 students have person-centred plans emphasizing next steps.
Preparation for Next Key Stage: Students are well-prepared for adulthood with supportive environment.
Subjects Offered: Curriculum includes reading, communication, mathematical skills, and personal, social, and health education.
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NCEA Castle School is a All-through, Co-Ed school located in Northumberland County, North East.
It has 138 students from age 2-19 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 8 : 1.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Welcome to the Northumberland Church of England Academy's 2018 website. This comprehensive school serves students of all ages in the Ashington, Newbiggin-by-the-Sea, and Lynemouth neighbourhoods.
The NCEA is a dynamic, forward-thinking, and rapidly-improving institution that works to offer every child and young person it serves the greatest chances possible for a prosperous and fulfilling future.
Our motto is excellence, and our aim is to foster compassion and support success.
The NCEA, an Anglican institution, supports education within a Christian context.
Every kid has the potential to succeed, and it is our duty to help them realise that potential via excellent instruction, tender pastoral care, enrichment opportunities, and leadership development鈥攁ll in a nurturing, safe atmosphere.
The Academy will actively participate in the Northumberland community that we serve.
It will strive to ensure that it allows all children in Northumberland to achieve via close collaboration with a variety of schools and other providers. It will see all children in Northumberland as members of its community.
Our students will be better able to uphold the tradition of the many members of our communities who have already made significant contributions on the national and international scene in a variety of fields by learning in the classroom and learning about the wider world.
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The NCEA is a dynamic, forward-thinking, and rapidly-improving institution that works to offer every child and young person it serves the greatest chances possible for a prosperous and fulfilling future.
Our motto is excellence, and our aim is to foster compassion and support success.
The NCEA, an Anglican institution, supports education within a Christian context.
Every kid has the potential to succeed, and it is our duty to help them realise that potential via excellent instruction, tender pastoral care, enrichment opportunities, and leadership development鈥攁ll in a nurturing, safe atmosphere.
The Academy will actively participate in the Northumberland community that we serve.
It will strive to ensure that it allows all children in Northumberland to achieve via close collaboration with a variety of schools and other providers. It will see all children in Northumberland as members of its community.
Our students will be better able to uphold the tradition of the many members of our communities who have already made significant contributions on the national and international scene in a variety of fields by learning in the classroom and learning about the wider world.
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| Phase of Education | All-through | All-through | All-through |
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| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
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| Ofset report | Good | Good | - |
| Age range | 2-19 | 3-18 | 2-19 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 8.3 | 17.3 | 6.7 |
| Proficient Math | - | 108 | - |
| Proficient Read | - | 108 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | 39% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 4.80% | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 86 | 97 |
| Reading | - | 87 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 47.93% | 55.96% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.37% | 7.42% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -4.5 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -4.3 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -3.2 | Below Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 82 | 96 |
| Reading | - | 81 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 0% | 50.73% | 60.44% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 8.53% | 9.72% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | - |
| Writing | - | - |
| Maths | - | - |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | - | 77 | 94 |
| Reading | - | 79 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | - | 46.44% | 59.51% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | - | 6.38% | 9.16% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | - | |
| Writing | - | |
| Maths | - |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 23.11% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 35% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 15.04% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 6.11% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 9% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.22 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 83.91% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 9 | 127 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 74.91% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 0% | 29.35% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 28% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 100% | 17.57% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 4.39% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 4.52% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 24.93% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 37.11% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 16.81% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 7% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 9.56% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.4 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 100% | 85.04% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 6 | 125 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 100% | 78.61% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 50% | 33% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 30.91% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 50% | 14.74% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 0% | 2.61% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 0% | 3.91% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 0.6 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 21.96% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 35.48% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 14.43% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 5.17% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 7.39% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.37 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 81.35% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 126 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 73.47% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 27.65% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 29.35% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 16.47% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.41% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.29% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 19.17% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 29.3% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 12.39% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 4.87% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 6.91% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 1.98 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school 鈥� whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 74.24% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 127 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 63.41% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 21.76% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 31% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.12% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.47% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.53% | 2.05% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 24th Feb 2025 - 28th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 14th Apr 2025 - 25th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 1st Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 23rd Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 1st Mar 2025 - 13th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 26th Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
8 : 1
Student teacher ratio at NCEA Castle School
Local authority ratio 16 : 1