High Tunstall College of Science
URN: 111748 • Hartlepool TS26 0LQ
Overview
- Name
- High Tunstall College of Science
- URN
- 111748
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 71.8 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Mark Tilling (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01429261446
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Elwick Road, Hartlepool TS26 0LQ
Summary
High Tunstall College of Science is a mixed foundation secondary school located in Hartlepool, serving a diverse student population of 1,396 pupils. The school has a capacity of 1,394, indicating a well-utilised environment that supports a vibrant community of learners. With 28.70% of students eligible for free school meals, the school is committed to providing equitable educational opportunities for all.
The curriculum at High Tunstall College of Science is designed to foster academic excellence and personal growth, with a strong emphasis on science and technology. The school aims to prepare students for future challenges by offering a broad range of subjects and extracurricular activities, encouraging both intellectual and social development.
High Tunstall College of Science places a strong emphasis on community involvement and support. The school actively engages with parents and local organisations to create a supportive environment that enhances student well-being and academic success. For more information, including term dates, please visit the school's official website at http://www.htcs.org.uk/.
The curriculum at High Tunstall College of Science is designed to foster academic excellence and personal growth, with a strong emphasis on science and technology. The school aims to prepare students for future challenges by offering a broad range of subjects and extracurricular activities, encouraging both intellectual and social development.
High Tunstall College of Science places a strong emphasis on community involvement and support. The school actively engages with parents and local organisations to create a supportive environment that enhances student well-being and academic success. For more information, including term dates, please visit the school's official website at http://www.htcs.org.uk/.
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- Term Dates (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Hartlepool
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1394
- Pupils
- 1396
- Boys
- 735
- Girls
- 661
- FSM %
- 28.70
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-07-02
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1396 | 735 | 661 | 1394 | 28.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1387 | 739 | 648 | 1350 | 27.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1314 | 698 | 616 | 1350 | 26.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1314 | 698 | 616 | 1350 | 26.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1256 | 672 | 584 | 1350 | 23.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1195 | 624 | 571 | 1350 | 21.80 |
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