Gust Independent School
URN: 137385 • Ashington NE63 8SF
Overview
- Name
- Gust Independent School
- URN
- 137385
- Type
- Other independent special school
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Private
- Yes
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 38.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Nigel Grant (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01670850943
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- 1 Haldane Street, Ashington NE63 8SF
Summary
Gust Independent School is an independent special school located in Ashington, Northumberland, catering to children aged 6 to 17 with diverse additional needs. With a current enrolment of 39 pupils and a capacity of 40, the school focuses on creating a nurturing environment where students can re-engage with education and achieve their full potential.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to meet the individual needs of each learner. Highly skilled staff collaborate closely with students to foster success and personal growth. This approach ensures that all pupils receive the support they require to thrive academically and socially.
Gust Independent School is committed to building a strong community ethos, encouraging participation in various activities, including outdoor education and community volunteering. The school promotes values of inclusivity and personal development, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported throughout their educational journey.
The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum tailored to meet the individual needs of each learner. Highly skilled staff collaborate closely with students to foster success and personal growth. This approach ensures that all pupils receive the support they require to thrive academically and socially.
Gust Independent School is committed to building a strong community ethos, encouraging participation in various activities, including outdoor education and community volunteering. The school promotes values of inclusivity and personal development, ensuring that every child feels valued and supported throughout their educational journey.
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Nearby alternatives
- NCEA Castle School (52.1)
- Riverbank School (37.5)
Key details
- LA
- Northumberland
- Age range
- 6 - 17
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Not applicable
- Trust
- Capacity
- 40
- Pupils
- 39
- Boys
- 33
- Girls
- 6
- FSM %
- Open date
- 2011-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-02-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northumberland
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 39 | 33 | 6 | 40 | |
| 2024-09-11 | 35 | 29 | 6 | 40 | |
| 2023-09-11 | 40 | 31 | 9 | 40 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 40 | 31 | 9 | 40 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 33 | 29 | 4 | 40 | |
| 2020-09-11 | 35 | 31 | 4 | 35 |
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