Harton Technology College

URN: 108726 • South Shields NE34 6DL

Overview

Name
Harton Technology College
URN
108726
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Outstanding
Ranking score
76.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Ken Gibson (since 2025) , Executive Head Teacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Lisle Road, South Shields NE34 6DL

Summary

Harton Technology College is a mixed community secondary school located in South Shields, South Tyneside, with a current enrolment of 1,621 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 1,601. The school is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that encourages academic achievement and personal growth. With a focus on inclusivity, approximately 27.2% of students are eligible for free school meals, reflecting the school’s commitment to serving a diverse community.

The school offers a robust curriculum designed to prepare students for future opportunities, including a strong emphasis on careers education. The Harton Careers Newsletter provides students with valuable information about job opportunities, university options, and labour market insights, helping them make informed decisions about their futures. Recent celebrations of GCSE success highlight the school’s dedication to academic excellence and the collaborative efforts of students, staff, and families.

Harton Technology College also prioritises community engagement, hosting events such as the Year 6 Open Evening, which invites prospective students and their families to explore the school and meet staff. This initiative underscores the school’s ethos of building strong relationships within the community and supporting students at every stage of their educational journey.

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Key details

LA
South Tyneside
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1601
Pupils
1621
Boys
765
Girls
855
FSM %
27.20
Open date
Close date
2017-08-31
Last Ofsted
2013-01-10
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1621 765 855 1601 27.20
2024-09-11 1621 765 855 1601 27.20
2023-09-11 1621 765 855 1601 27.20
2022-09-11 1621 765 855 1601 27.20
2021-09-11 1621 765 855 1601 27.20
2020-09-11 1621 765 855 1601 27.20

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