Seaham High School

URN: 114286 • Seaham SR7 0BH

Overview

Name
Seaham High School
URN
114286
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
63.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Geoffrey William Lumsdon (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Station Road, Seaham SR7 0BH

Summary

Seaham High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Seaham, County Durham, with a current enrolment of 1,099 pupils and a capacity of 1,200. The school prides itself on creating a safe and respectful environment where every student is encouraged to be themselves. The ethos of the school is built on the core values of Kindness, Integrity, and Pride, alongside the 6R's: Resilience, Risk-Taker, Responsive, Respectful, Reflective, and Responsible.

The curriculum at Seaham High School is designed to be diverse and responsive to individual student needs, aiming to maximize their life chances. The school emphasizes high standards and expectations, providing dynamic and personalized teaching to engage students effectively. A variety of extracurricular activities are offered, fostering a sense of community and allowing students to develop friendships and skills beyond the classroom.

Recent feedback from Ofsted in September 2023 highlighted the school's commitment to fostering a culture of tolerance and respect, ensuring that students feel valued and supported. The leadership team, including the Headteacher Mr. G W Lumsdon, is dedicated to preparing students for the challenges of the 21st century, equipping them with the confidence and skills necessary for their future endeavors.

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Key details

LA
County Durham
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1200
Pupils
1099
Boys
561
Girls
538
FSM %
28.70
Open date
1900-01-01
Close date
2020-08-31
Last Ofsted
2017-05-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
County Durham

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1099 561 538 1200 28.70
2024-09-11 1099 561 538 1200 28.70
2023-09-11 1099 561 538 1200 28.70
2022-09-11 1099 561 538 1200 28.70
2021-09-11 1099 561 538 1200 28.70
2020-09-11 1099 561 538 1200 28.70

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