Burnside College
URN: 108640 • Wallsend NE28 7LQ
Overview
- Name
- Burnside College
- URN
- 108640
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- The North Tyneside Learning Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Daniel Jamieson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01912598500
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- St Peter's Road, Wallsend NE28 7LQ
Summary
Burnside College, located in Wallsend, North Tyneside, is a mixed foundation secondary school with a current enrolment of 959 pupils, against a capacity of 1,266. The school is committed to fostering a positive learning environment where students can thrive academically and personally. Its mission emphasises the importance of attendance, high-quality teaching, and the development of character and skills necessary for future success.
The college prioritises inclusivity and offers comprehensive support for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Regular consultations with parents and students ensure that the school's Local Offer effectively meets individual needs. Additionally, Burnside College promotes student wellbeing through various initiatives, including a dedicated Guidance curriculum and proactive measures to address social and emotional issues.
Burnside College also engages with the wider community, exemplified by recent events like the Macmillan Coffee Morning, which raised funds for charity. The school’s ethos is rooted in respect, pride, and achievement, aiming to create a supportive atmosphere for all students while preparing them for adulthood.
The college prioritises inclusivity and offers comprehensive support for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Regular consultations with parents and students ensure that the school's Local Offer effectively meets individual needs. Additionally, Burnside College promotes student wellbeing through various initiatives, including a dedicated Guidance curriculum and proactive measures to address social and emotional issues.
Burnside College also engages with the wider community, exemplified by recent events like the Macmillan Coffee Morning, which raised funds for charity. The school’s ethos is rooted in respect, pride, and achievement, aiming to create a supportive atmosphere for all students while preparing them for adulthood.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Diversity and Equality Data of the Governing Body (governance)
- Governor Attendance (governance)
- List of Governors (governance)
- Record of Governor Interest (governance)
- Sub-Committee Membership (governance)
- Terms of Office (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Brief Financial Summary (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Churchill Community College (37.9)
- Churchill Community College (24.2)
Key details
- LA
- North Tyneside
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- The North Tyneside Learning Trust
- Capacity
- 1266
- Pupils
- 959
- Boys
- 485
- Girls
- 474
- FSM %
- 37.20
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2020-01-23
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 959 | 485 | 474 | 1266 | 37.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1020 | 538 | 482 | 1266 | 36.80 |
| 2023-09-11 | 978 | 503 | 475 | 1266 | 31.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 978 | 503 | 475 | 1266 | 31.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1006 | 521 | 485 | 1266 | 28.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1045 | 537 | 508 | 1526 | 23.50 |
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