Whitley Bay High School

URN: 108638 • Whitley Bay NE25 9AS

Overview

Name
Whitley Bay High School
URN
108638
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
The North Tyneside Learning Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
82.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
S Wilson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01917317070
Website
Visit
Address
Deneholm, Whitley Bay NE25 9AS

Summary

Whitley Bay High School is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Whitley Bay, North Tyneside, with a current enrolment of 1,762 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,700. The school is committed to fostering a positive learning environment, focusing on strong relationships and a holistic approach to education. It encourages students to engage in both academic and extracurricular activities, promoting a well-rounded development.

The school prides itself on its academic achievements, consistently performing above national levels in both progress and attainment. With a broad curriculum, Whitley Bay High School offers a diverse range of subjects and opportunities for personal growth, ensuring that students of all abilities can excel. The recent move to a new building with state-of-the-art facilities further enhances the learning experience.

Whitley Bay High School values collaboration with parents and the community, believing that strong partnerships are essential for student success. The school's ethos prioritises the development of confident, socially aware individuals who are prepared to make a positive impact in their communities.

Key details

LA
North Tyneside
Age range
13 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
The North Tyneside Learning Trust
Capacity
1700
Pupils
1762
Boys
911
Girls
851
FSM %
9.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-06-05
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1762 911 851 1700 9.30
2024-09-11 1744 900 844 1700 8.30
2023-09-11 1700 870 830 1700 7.30
2022-09-11 1700 870 830 1700 7.30
2021-09-11 1689 843 846 1700 7.50
2020-09-11 1651 819 832 1644 5.80

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