Northfield School and Sports College

URN: 111731 • Billingham TS22 5EG

Overview

Name
Northfield School and Sports College
URN
111731
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
67.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
R. J. Henderson (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01642557373
Website
Visit
Address
Thames Road, Billingham TS22 5EG

Summary

Northfield School and Sports College, located in Billingham, serves a mixed population of 1,541 students within a capacity of 1,650. As a community school, it prioritises academic achievement alongside character development, guided by its core values of respect, honesty, and resilience. The school aims to inspire confident learners equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive in a changing world.

The curriculum at Northfield is designed to provide a first-class education, with a special emphasis on physical well-being and sporting excellence, supported by its Sports College status. The school also holds an Arts Mark Gold status, reflecting its commitment to creativity and self-expression.

Community engagement is a key focus, with the school actively fostering positive relationships with local stakeholders. Parents are encouraged to participate in their children’s education, and the school offers opportunities for personalised tours, ensuring that families feel connected and informed about the school's environment and values.

Key details

LA
Stockton-on-Tees
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1650
Pupils
1541
Boys
779
Girls
762
FSM %
29.20
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-02-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Teesside

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1541 779 762 1650 29.20
2024-09-11 1518 740 778 1650 24.80
2023-09-11 1442 682 760 1650 22.60
2022-09-11 1442 682 760 1650 22.60
2021-09-11 1439 683 756 1650 20.60
2020-09-11 1395 678 717 1410 17.40

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