Longbenton High School

URN: 108645 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE12 8ER

Overview

Name
Longbenton High School
URN
108645
Type
Foundation school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
The North Tyneside Learning Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kelly Holbrook (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01912189500
Website
Visit
Address
Hailsham Avenue, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE12 8ER

Summary

Longbenton High School is a co-educational foundation school located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, serving students aged 11-18. With a current enrolment of approximately 950 pupils and a capacity of 1,105, the school has been recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, achieving a "Good" rating in its 2022 Ofsted inspection. The school emphasizes a supportive environment where every child's potential is championed, regardless of their background, and is known for its strong focus on KIDMAP values: kindness, integrity, determination, manners, ambition, and positivity.

The curriculum at Longbenton is designed to provide a well-rounded education, featuring a traditional three-year Key Stage 3 and a two-year Key Stage 4 model. Students engage in a broad range of subjects, including core academic disciplines and creative arts, with opportunities to study languages such as Spanish and French. The school also prioritizes reading and oracy, ensuring students develop essential literacy skills for future success.

Longbenton High School fosters a strong sense of community, with a dedicated pastoral team supporting students throughout their educational journey. The school is heavily oversubscribed, reflecting its reputation as a preferred choice for families in North Tyneside. Through various enrichment activities and a focus on personal development, Longbenton aims to prepare students for successful futures in both academic and vocational pathways.

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
1105
Pupils
950
Boys
483
Girls
467
FSM %
32.50
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-29
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 950 483 467 1105 32.50
2024-09-11 964 481 483 1105 29.00
2023-09-11 888 430 458 1105 26.40
2022-09-11 888 430 458 1105 26.40
2021-09-11 824 392 432 1105 24.00
2020-09-11 825 410 415 1105 23.50

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