Mary Astell Academy
URN: 144358 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE5 2LW
Overview
- Name
- Mary Astell Academy
- URN
- 144358
- Type
- Academy alternative provision sponsor led
- Phase
- Not applicable
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Not applicable
- Trust
- PROSPER LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Requires improvement
- Ranking score
- 31.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Andrea Spowart (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01912674447
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Linhope Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE5 2LW
Summary
Mary Astell Academy, located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, is an alternative provision academy that serves a mixed-gender cohort of 32 pupils, with a capacity of 280. The academy is dedicated to providing students with a fresh start and aims to facilitate their return to mainstream education. With a high percentage of students eligible for free school meals (96.90%), the academy is committed to addressing the diverse needs of its community.
The school's ethos is built on the values of aspiration, integrity, kindness, and resilience. These principles guide the academy's approach to education, ensuring that every child receives the support they need to thrive. The curriculum includes practical subjects such as Food Technology, where students engage in activities like BTEC Home Cooking Skills and gardening projects, fostering both academic and life skills.
Mary Astell Academy also emphasizes community involvement and well-being, hosting various events and workshops that promote social skills and career readiness. The academy's recent achievements, such as receiving the Bronze KITE Mark for inclusive attendance, reflect its commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.
The school's ethos is built on the values of aspiration, integrity, kindness, and resilience. These principles guide the academy's approach to education, ensuring that every child receives the support they need to thrive. The curriculum includes practical subjects such as Food Technology, where students engage in activities like BTEC Home Cooking Skills and gardening projects, fostering both academic and life skills.
Mary Astell Academy also emphasizes community involvement and well-being, hosting various events and workshops that promote social skills and career readiness. The academy's recent achievements, such as receiving the Bronze KITE Mark for inclusive attendance, reflect its commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students.
Useful links
- Our Journey (download)
- Academy Website Design By Cleverbox (other)
- Get Directions (other)
- High Visibility Version (other)
- Prosper Learning Trust (other)
- Join Our Trust Become a Prosper Learning Trust School (other)
- Register Your Interest (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Percy Hedley School (77.8)
- Newcastle Bridges School (67.5)
- Hadrian School (64.1)
- Percy Hedley Hedleys College (60.2)
- Moorbridge (59.1)
Key details
- LA
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Age range
- 5 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- PROSPER LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 280
- Pupils
- 32
- Boys
- 15
- Girls
- 17
- FSM %
- 96.90
- Open date
- 2018-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-06-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 32 | 15 | 17 | 280 | 96.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 67 | 42 | 25 | 280 | 80.60 |
| 2023-09-11 | 48 | 34 | 14 | 280 | 64.60 |
| 2022-09-11 | 48 | 34 | 14 | 280 | 64.60 |
| 2021-09-11 | 53 | 31 | 22 | 280 | 71.70 |
| 2020-09-11 | 44 | 30 | 14 | 280 | 63.60 |
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