Discovery School
URN: 140976 • Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3BT
Overview
- Name
- Discovery School
- URN
- 140976
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 46.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- N/A N/A (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Blandford Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3BT
Summary
Discovery School is a mixed secondary free school located in Newcastle upon Tyne, with a current enrolment of 233 pupils against a capacity of 720. The school aims to provide a supportive and inclusive environment for all students, fostering a sense of community and belonging. With a focus on academic achievement and personal development, Discovery School is committed to delivering a well-rounded education.
The curriculum at Discovery School is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, encouraging critical thinking and creativity. The school places a strong emphasis on both academic and vocational subjects, ensuring that pupils are well-prepared for their future pathways, whether that be further education or entering the workforce.
With a percentage of 22.40% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Discovery School actively works to support disadvantaged students, ensuring that all learners have access to the resources and opportunities they need to succeed. The school is dedicated to engaging with the local community, fostering partnerships that enhance the educational experience for its pupils.
The curriculum at Discovery School is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, encouraging critical thinking and creativity. The school places a strong emphasis on both academic and vocational subjects, ensuring that pupils are well-prepared for their future pathways, whether that be further education or entering the workforce.
With a percentage of 22.40% of pupils eligible for free school meals, Discovery School actively works to support disadvantaged students, ensuring that all learners have access to the resources and opportunities they need to succeed. The school is dedicated to engaging with the local community, fostering partnerships that enhance the educational experience for its pupils.
Useful links
Nearby alternatives
- North East Futures UTC (43.3)
- Walbottle Campus (39.2)
Key details
- LA
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Age range
- 13 - 19
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 720
- Pupils
- 233
- Boys
- 172
- Girls
- 61
- FSM %
- 22.40
- Open date
- 2014-09-01
- Close date
- 2018-07-20
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 233 | 172 | 61 | 720 | 22.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 233 | 172 | 61 | 720 | 22.40 |
| 2023-09-11 | 233 | 172 | 61 | 720 | 22.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 233 | 172 | 61 | 720 | 22.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 233 | 172 | 61 | 720 | 22.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 233 | 172 | 61 | 720 | 22.40 |
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