Furrowfield School
URN: 108426 • Gateshead NE10 9RZ
Overview
- Name
- Furrowfield School
- URN
- 108426
- Type
- Community special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 47.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Heather Scott (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01914954700
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Whitehill Drive, Gateshead NE10 9RZ
Summary
Furrowfield School is a community special school located in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, catering to students who require additional support for their social, emotional, and mental health needs. With a current enrollment of 90 pupils, the school operates above its capacity of 76, reflecting its commitment to providing tailored support in a nurturing environment. The school embraces a motto of 'Together we Succeed,' ensuring that students are central to all decision-making processes.
The curriculum at Furrowfield School is designed to be engaging and inspiring, with a strong emphasis on practical subjects such as food technology, design and technology, and sports. Small class sizes allow for personalized attention and support from a dedicated staff team, fostering an empowering atmosphere for students to thrive.
Furrowfield School is part of the Gateshead Local Offer, which provides resources and information for families of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This initiative ensures that parents have access to essential services and support, reinforcing the school's commitment to community and collaboration. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at http://www.furrowfieldschool.uk.
The curriculum at Furrowfield School is designed to be engaging and inspiring, with a strong emphasis on practical subjects such as food technology, design and technology, and sports. Small class sizes allow for personalized attention and support from a dedicated staff team, fostering an empowering atmosphere for students to thrive.
Furrowfield School is part of the Gateshead Local Offer, which provides resources and information for families of children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). This initiative ensures that parents have access to essential services and support, reinforcing the school's commitment to community and collaboration. For more information, parents can visit the school’s website at http://www.furrowfieldschool.uk.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- 0191 495 4700 (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Policies and Accessibility Statement (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Emmanuel College (71.1)
- Gibside School (62.8)
- Dryden School (62.4)
- Eslington Primary School (58.1)
- Haskel School (55.3)
Key details
- LA
- Gateshead
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 76
- Pupils
- 90
- Boys
- 79
- Girls
- 11
- FSM %
- 66.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-11-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 90 | 79 | 11 | 76 | 66.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 79 | 72 | 7 | 76 | 67.10 |
| 2023-09-11 | 74 | 61 | 13 | 76 | 60.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 74 | 61 | 13 | 77 | 60.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 70 | 56 | 14 | 71 | 52.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 68 | 56 | 12 | 71 | 47.10 |
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