Mortimer Community College

URN: 108727 • South Shields NE33 4UG

Overview

Name
Mortimer Community College
URN
108727
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.9 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Simon Hignett (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01914566511
Website
Visit
Address
Reading Road, South Shields NE33 4UG

Summary

Mortimer Community College, located in South Shields, is a mixed community secondary school with a current enrolment of 1,111 students, exceeding its capacity of 1,085. The school prioritises the safety and well-being of its students while fostering an environment of respect, ambition, and resilience. The ethos of the college centres on making a positive difference, with a commitment to providing quality education that is both challenging and supportive.

The curriculum at Mortimer is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, encouraging independent learning and celebrating achievements. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, enhancing the educational experience beyond the classroom. Mortimer Community College also has a strong focus on inclusivity, providing support for students with special educational needs and disabilities.

In terms of performance, the school has shown improvement in recent years, with key stage 4 results indicating a steady progression in attainment. The college actively engages with parents and the local community, recognising the importance of partnerships in education. For further information, parents can visit the school’s website.

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Key details

LA
South Tyneside
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1085
Pupils
1111
Boys
580
Girls
531
FSM %
41.40
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2019-09-18
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1111 580 531 1085 41.40
2024-09-11 1096 561 535 1085 40.40
2023-09-11 1048 508 540 1085 42.60
2022-09-11 1048 508 540 1085 42.60
2021-09-11 1052 511 541 1085 42.30
2020-09-11 1031 495 536 1085 39.90

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