Grasmere Academy

URN: 138576 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE12 6TS

Overview

Name
Grasmere Academy
URN
138576
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Not applicable
Trust
GRASMERE ACADEMY
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
52.3 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kerry Lilico (since 2025)
Telephone
01912220259
Website
Visit
Address
Grasmere Court, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE12 6TS

Summary

Grasmere Academy is a mixed primary academy located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, serving 96 pupils with a capacity of 145. The school is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where every child is supported to make progress, regardless of their starting point. The ethos of the academy emphasizes adaptability to meet the diverse needs of its students, ensuring a holistic approach to education.

The curriculum at Grasmere Academy is designed to develop not only academic skills but also moral, social, and emotional competencies. Through a creative and engaging pedagogy, the school prepares children for future challenges by promoting critical thinking, problem-solving, and cultural awareness. The values of excellence, honesty, happiness, curiosity, compassion, courage, and inclusion are central to the school’s mission and guide both staff and student development.

Grasmere Academy actively involves the community, encouraging parental engagement and feedback through initiatives like the School Parliament. The school emphasizes the importance of British values and heritage, integrating them into daily learning and activities to nurture responsible citizens. Overall, Grasmere Academy aims to create a safe and enriching environment where children can thrive and become well-rounded individuals.

Key details

LA
North Tyneside
Age range
2 - 11
Boarders
Not applicable
Sixth form
Not applicable
Trust
GRASMERE ACADEMY
Capacity
145
Pupils
96
Boys
53
Girls
43
FSM %
54.50
Open date
2012-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-12-14
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 96 53 43 145 54.50
2024-09-11 112 63 49 145 62.60
2023-09-11 110 61 49 145 65.30
2022-09-11 110 61 49 145 65.30
2021-09-11 131 70 61 111 60.40
2020-09-11 124 67 57 111 53.30

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