Newcastle-under-Lyme School

URN: 124487 • Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 1DB

Overview

Name
Newcastle-under-Lyme School
URN
124487
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
50.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Michael Getty (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01782631197
Website
Visit
Address
Mount Pleasant, Newcastle-under-Lyme ST5 1DB

Summary

Newcastle-under-Lyme School (NULS) is an independent day school located in Staffordshire, catering to students aged 2-18. With a current enrolment of 889 pupils and a capacity of 1,121, the school prides itself on academic excellence, having been awarded the title of Best Independent School in 2025. The institution is committed to nurturing each child's potential and fostering a lifelong love for learning.

The school's curriculum is designed to promote high academic standards while also emphasizing co-curricular activities, including sport, music, and drama. NULS has received a "Double Excellent" rating in its 2020 inspection, reflecting its commitment to quality education and student development. The headmaster, Michael Getty, emphasizes a vision for continuous improvement in both curriculum and facilities.

NULS fosters a strong sense of community, encouraging parental involvement and engagement. The school aims to prepare students for future success in their chosen fields, ensuring they are well-equipped to excel academically and personally. For more information, visit their website at http://www.nuls.org.uk.

Key details

LA
Staffordshire
Age range
2 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1121
Pupils
889
Boys
442
Girls
447
FSM %
Open date
1981-08-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Staffordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 889 442 447 1121
2024-09-11 888 434 454 1121
2023-09-11 821 405 416 1121 0.00
2022-09-11 821 405 416 1121 0.00
2021-09-11 819 409 410 1121 0.00
2020-09-11 793 395 398 1121 0.00

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