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North Gosforth Academy - Ofsted Report, Parent Reviews (2025)
North Gosforth Academy
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North Gosforth Academy
- Secondary
- North Tyneside NE13 6EJ
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Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
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Academic Progress: Still more to do to ensure that pupils achieve well.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Leaders have high expectations linked to how pupils should behave.
Qualifications and Training: Teachers are knowledgeable and passionate in some subjects.
Current Educational Practices: Curriculum planning is well developed in subjects like maths, English.
Strengths and Challenges: High expectations for behaviour but inconsistency in policy implementation.
Opportunities for Involvement: Pupils can join the student leadership team and attend 'proud' events.
Communication: Staff regularly praise pupils for their work.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents can use Ofsted Parent View to give opinions.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Pupils trust staff to resolve issues quickly.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Leaders have a clear vision and are determined to continue its transformation.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Bullying is uncommon and staff resolve concerns quickly.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Leaders provide opportunities like boxing, art clubs, and a reading group.
Extracurricular Offerings: Clubs like boxing, art, and reading groups available.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Activities are growing steadily.
Career Counselling Services: Careers provision is carefully mapped out and meets requirements.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Planning to support needs is not strong enough.
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About Us
North Gosforth Academy is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Tyne and Wear, North East.
It has 552 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1.
At this school, 34% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| 夜来香研究所 grade |
C+
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B-
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | - |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-18 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 15.7 | - | 13.8 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 34% | 98% | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | 35.00% | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
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 | -0.45 | 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 | 39.9 | 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 | 34% | 25.16% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 47% | 38.53% | 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 | 41% | 19.84% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 9% | 7.53% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 14% | 11% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.41 | 2.4 | 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 | 91% | 86.69% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 92 | 121 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 76% | 78.31% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 47% | 39.94% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 25% | 26.25% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0.06% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 4% | 12.13% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 11% | 4% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 4% | 4.56% | 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 | -0.27 | 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 | 45.5 | 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 | 50% | 28.05% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 73% | 41% | 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 | 55% | 18.95% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 21% | 10.74% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 33% | 14.16% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 4.12 | 2.5 | 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 | 91% | 91.81% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 94 | 113 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 79% | 87.5% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 44% | 39.63% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 35% | 26.75% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 0% | 0% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 21.25% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 5% | 2.13% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 2.19% | 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 | -0.44 | 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 | 42.4 | 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 | 27% | 23.61% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 58% | 37.83% | 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 | 61% | 22.67% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 8% | 8.5% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 21% | 12.83% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.9 | 2.41 | 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 | - | 80.27% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 116 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 73.2% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 37.2% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 28% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0.07% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 7.73% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.07% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.87% | 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 | - | 21.44% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 35.33% | 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 | - | 18.83% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 8.56% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 12.94% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | - | 2.22 | 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 | - | 81.6% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 115 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 74.67% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 31.6% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 27.93% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 0% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 14.07% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.33% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.2% | 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 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
15 : 1
Student teacher ratio at North Gosforth Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1