Whytrig Community Middle School

URN: 122335 • Whitley Bay NE25 0BP

Overview

Name
Whytrig Community Middle School
URN
122335
Type
Community school
Phase
Middle deemed secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
John Barnes (since 2025) , Executive Headteacher
Telephone
01912371402
Website
Visit
Address
Elsdon Avenue, Whitley Bay NE25 0BP

Summary

Whytrig Community Middle School, located in Whitley Bay, Northumberland, is a mixed community school catering to 327 pupils, with a capacity of 360. The school operates within the Seaton Valley Federation, which aims to provide a supportive and positive learning environment for students. The ethos of the federation emphasizes safety, happiness, and success, with a commitment to outstanding educational experiences.

The school welcomes applications for Year 5, Year 7, and Year 9, accommodating students transitioning from first schools, primary schools, and other middle or secondary schools. Whytrig Community Middle School encourages parental involvement, recognizing that strong support from families contributes significantly to student success.

To enhance communication, the school utilizes the MyChildatSchool electronic system, allowing parents to receive updates, make payments, and engage with the school community efficiently. The school is dedicated to fostering a collaborative environment where students can achieve their full potential while being actively supported by their families.

Key details

LA
Northumberland
Age range
9 - 13
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
360
Pupils
327
Boys
169
Girls
158
FSM %
34.30
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2021-11-04
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northumberland

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 327 169 158 360 34.30
2024-09-11 324 170 154 360 35.20
2023-09-11 288 142 146 360 30.20
2022-09-11 288 142 146 360 30.20
2021-09-11 247 115 132 360 26.30
2020-09-11 232 116 116 360 22.40

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