Thomas Bewick School
URN: 131988 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE5 2LW
Overview
- Name
- Thomas Bewick School
- URN
- 131988
- Type
- Foundation special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 58.3 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Diane Scott (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Linhope Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE5 2LW
Summary
Thomas Bewick School is a foundation special school located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, catering to children and young people aged 4 to 19 with autism spectrum disorders. The school supports 212 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 186, and all students have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The curriculum is designed to be broad and ambitious, delivered by a dedicated team trained in autism-specific strategies, ensuring that each pupil receives tailored support in a nurturing environment.
The school operates across four different sites, providing a range of specialist facilities and activities to enhance learning and development. The ethos of the school is built on aspiration, integrity, and kindness, fostering a welcoming community where positive relationships are prioritized. The recent Ofsted report highlighted the school's commitment to high aspirations and the enjoyment of learning among pupils.
Headteacher Katy Harrison emphasizes the importance of community engagement and encourages parents to explore the school's resources, including a video tour available on the website. Thomas Bewick School aims to provide the best possible educational opportunities for all its pupils while preparing them for adulthood.
The school operates across four different sites, providing a range of specialist facilities and activities to enhance learning and development. The ethos of the school is built on aspiration, integrity, and kindness, fostering a welcoming community where positive relationships are prioritized. The recent Ofsted report highlighted the school's commitment to high aspirations and the enjoyment of learning among pupils.
Headteacher Katy Harrison emphasizes the importance of community engagement and encourages parents to explore the school's resources, including a video tour available on the website. Thomas Bewick School aims to provide the best possible educational opportunities for all its pupils while preparing them for adulthood.
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Nearby alternatives
- Percy Hedley School (77.8)
- Newcastle Bridges School (67.5)
- Hadrian School (64.1)
- Percy Hedley Hedleys College (60.2)
- Moorbridge (59.1)
Key details
- LA
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Age range
- 3 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 186
- Pupils
- 212
- Boys
- 169
- Girls
- 43
- FSM %
- 37.60
- Open date
- 1999-09-01
- Close date
- 2019-03-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2016-04-12
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 212 | 169 | 43 | 186 | 37.60 |
| 2024-09-11 | 212 | 169 | 43 | 186 | 37.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 212 | 169 | 43 | 186 | 37.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 212 | 169 | 43 | 186 | 37.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 212 | 169 | 43 | 186 | 37.60 |
| 2020-09-11 | 212 | 169 | 43 | 186 | 37.60 |
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