James Calvert Spence College

URN: 122363 • Morpeth NE65 0NG

Overview

Name
James Calvert Spence College
URN
122363
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
50.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
James Andriot (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01665710636
Website
Visit
Address
Acklington Road, Morpeth NE65 0NG

Summary

James Calvert Spence College, located in Morpeth, Northumberland, is a mixed community secondary school with a current enrolment of 636 pupils, set against a capacity of 1,049. The school prioritises creating a safe and supportive environment where students can thrive academically and personally. Under the leadership of Headteacher Mr. Andriot, the college is committed to fostering a positive atmosphere that encourages all pupils to reach their full potential.

The curriculum at JCSC is designed to cater to diverse learning needs, with dedicated staff providing tailored support for students, including those with additional needs. Recent events, such as the School Open Evening, showcased the engaging learning opportunities available across various subjects, including hands-on science experiments and creative arts performances. This reflects the school’s ethos of promoting a well-rounded education.

With a significant percentage of pupils (32.7%) eligible for free school meals, JCSC is deeply embedded in its community, striving to enhance life chances through excellent achievements. The school actively encourages parental involvement and values the partnership between families and staff to support student success.

Key details

LA
Northumberland
Age range
10 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1049
Pupils
636
Boys
335
Girls
301
FSM %
32.70
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-06-16
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northumberland

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 636 335 301 1049 32.70
2024-09-11 733 376 357 1049 34.40
2023-09-11 734 364 370 1049 30.30
2022-09-11 734 364 370 1049 30.30
2021-09-11 726 365 361 1049 29.10
2020-09-11 740 367 373 1049 25.60

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