Gosforth Central Middle School

URN: 108519 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE3 1UN

Overview

Name
Gosforth Central Middle School
URN
108519
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Middle deemed secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Gosforth Schools' Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.4 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Deeanne Smith (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01912851793
Website
Visit
Address
Great North Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE3 1UN

Summary

Gosforth Central Middle School, located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, is a mixed foundation school with a current enrolment of 601 pupils, slightly exceeding its capacity of 600. The school aims to provide a high-quality education enriched with diverse experiences, fostering an environment where students can raise their aspirations and develop personal growth. The ethos is centred around empowering learners to face challenges with resilience, guided by core values of generosity, respect, integrity, and tenacity.

The curriculum includes a strong focus on key subjects, with provisional Key Stage 2 test results for 2023/24 showing commendable scores in reading, writing, maths, and grammar. In addition to academic achievements, the school offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including clubs in music, athletics, and coding, which are often led by former pupils. These opportunities, alongside educational trips, contribute to a well-rounded experience for students.

Gosforth Central Middle School is committed to inclusivity, providing accessible facilities for all students and visitors. The school community emphasizes support and collaboration, ensuring that every child feels safe, happy, and challenged academically. Parents are encouraged to engage with the school through events such as open evenings, fostering a strong partnership in their children's education.

Key details

LA
Newcastle upon Tyne
Age range
9 - 13
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Gosforth Schools' Trust
Capacity
600
Pupils
601
Boys
314
Girls
287
FSM %
18.10
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-01-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 601 314 287 600 18.10
2024-09-11 585 299 286 512 16.40
2023-09-11 557 290 267 512 16.00
2022-09-11 557 290 267 512 16.00
2021-09-11 535 273 262 535 14.40
2020-09-11 514 271 243 534 13.80

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