Newcastle Academy

URN: 142277 • Newcastle Under Lyme ST5 2QS

Overview

Name
Newcastle Academy
URN
142277
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
WINDSOR ACADEMY TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
43.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
William Trugeon-Smith (since 2025) , Principal
Telephone
01782667650
Website
Visit
Address
Gallowstree Lane, Newcastle Under Lyme ST5 2QS

Summary

Newcastle Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Newcastle Under Lyme, Staffordshire, with a current enrolment of 422 pupils and a capacity of 647. As an academy converter, it is part of the Windsor Academy Trust, which focuses on improving educational outcomes through collaboration and shared best practices among its schools. The academy prides itself on being one of the fastest improving secondary schools in Staffordshire, recently achieving its best exam results in 57 years.

The school fosters a supportive and inclusive environment, emphasising values such as respect, responsibility, and kindness. Newcastle Academy aims to raise aspirations and widen opportunities for all students, ensuring that each child receives the care and attention they need to succeed. The school community is described as having a family atmosphere, where students feel valued and supported.

Newcastle Academy also prioritises strong partnerships with parents and local organisations, enhancing the educational experience through community involvement. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for future success in both life and work, while extra-curricular activities further enrich their development. For more information, visit their website at [Newcastle Academy](http://www.newcastleacademy.org).

Key details

LA
Staffordshire
Age range
11 - 16
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
WINDSOR ACADEMY TRUST
Capacity
647
Pupils
422
Boys
210
Girls
212
FSM %
39.20
Open date
2015-10-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-11-08
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Staffordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 422 210 212 647 39.20
2024-09-11 412 217 195 647 37.60
2023-09-11 368 188 180 647 32.60
2022-09-11 368 188 180 647 32.60
2021-09-11 351 184 167 647 28.60
2020-09-11 353 187 166 647 21.50

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