Bede Academy
URN: 135619 • Blyth NE24 2SY
Overview
- Name
- Bede Academy
- URN
- 135619
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- All-through
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Christian
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- EMMANUEL SCHOOLS FOUNDATION
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 69.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andrew Thelwell (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01670545111
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Sixth Avenue, Blyth NE24 2SY
Summary
Bede Academy is an all-through academy located in Blyth, Northumberland, catering to students from Reception to Sixth Form. With a current enrolment of 2,012 pupils and a capacity of 1,780, the academy is committed to providing high-quality education within a supportive Christian ethos. The school emphasizes excellence in teaching, pastoral care, and community engagement, aiming to foster a positive learning environment for all students.
The curriculum at Bede Academy is designed to be stimulating and inclusive, offering a range of educational experiences that challenge and engage students. The academy has recently partnered with Sunderland University to develop a flagship Digital T Level, enhancing vocational education opportunities for students. Additionally, the academy celebrates its students' achievements, with recent recognition from the Minister for School Standards for their exam success.
Bede Academy serves as a vital part of the local community, focusing on inclusivity and support for all families. Parents can reach out for inquiries through dedicated contact points for both primary and secondary education.
The curriculum at Bede Academy is designed to be stimulating and inclusive, offering a range of educational experiences that challenge and engage students. The academy has recently partnered with Sunderland University to develop a flagship Digital T Level, enhancing vocational education opportunities for students. Additionally, the academy celebrates its students' achievements, with recent recognition from the Minister for School Standards for their exam success.
Bede Academy serves as a vital part of the local community, focusing on inclusivity and support for all families. Parents can reach out for inquiries through dedicated contact points for both primary and secondary education.
Useful links
- Governance (governance)
- SEND (sen)
- Course Guide (download)
- KS4 Options Booklet (download)
- Prospectus (download)
- Home (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Policies (other)
- Term & Holidays (other)
- Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy & Cookies Policy (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Haltwhistle Middle Academy (62.7)
Key details
- LA
- Northumberland
- Age range
- 3 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- EMMANUEL SCHOOLS FOUNDATION
- Capacity
- 1780
- Pupils
- 2012
- Boys
- 1024
- Girls
- 988
- FSM %
- 24.00
- Open date
- 2009-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-05-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northumberland
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 2012 | 1024 | 988 | 1780 | 24.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 2003 | 1000 | 1003 | 1780 | 22.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1942 | 986 | 956 | 1780 | 20.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1942 | 986 | 956 | 1780 | 20.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1886 | 957 | 929 | 1780 | 17.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1861 | 923 | 938 | 1780 | 14.30 |
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