Gateshead College
URN: 130551 • Gateshead NE8 3BE
Overview
- Name
- Gateshead College
- URN
- 130551
- Type
- Further education
- Phase
- 16 plus
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 73.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- David Alexander (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01914900300
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Baltic Campus, Gateshead NE8 3BE
Summary
Gateshead College is a mixed further education institution located in Gateshead, offering a range of courses for students aged 16 and above. The college focuses on providing high-quality education that equips students with real-world skills, ensuring they are prepared for both employment and further study. The curriculum is designed in collaboration with local employers, giving students the practical experience and knowledge that employers seek.
The college promotes a supportive learning environment, with personalised career plans and dedicated staff to guide students from day one. Gateshead College also features modern facilities, including industry-standard equipment, enhancing the learning experience. Students can choose from various 16-18 courses, adult education programmes, and specialised sports academies, catering to diverse interests and career aspirations.
Gateshead College is committed to fostering confidence and self-belief in its students, helping them develop the skills necessary to succeed in their chosen paths. With a focus on community engagement and employability, the college aims to prepare students not just academically, but also socially and professionally for their future endeavours.
The college promotes a supportive learning environment, with personalised career plans and dedicated staff to guide students from day one. Gateshead College also features modern facilities, including industry-standard equipment, enhancing the learning experience. Students can choose from various 16-18 courses, adult education programmes, and specialised sports academies, catering to diverse interests and career aspirations.
Gateshead College is committed to fostering confidence and self-belief in its students, helping them develop the skills necessary to succeed in their chosen paths. With a focus on community engagement and employability, the college aims to prepare students not just academically, but also socially and professionally for their future endeavours.
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- Events (calendar)
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- Policies / Publications (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Competition Terms & Conditions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- No nearby alternatives found.
Key details
- LA
- Gateshead
- Age range
- 16 - 99
- Boarders
- Not applicable
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-03-10
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | |||||
| 2024-09-11 | |||||
| 2023-09-11 | |||||
| 2022-09-11 | |||||
| 2021-09-11 | |||||
| 2020-09-11 |
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