Ashington Academy

URN: 144601 • Ashington NE63 8DH

Overview

Name
Ashington Academy
URN
144601
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
NORTH EAST LEARNING TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Yvonne Weston (since 2023)
Previous head
Debra Hudson
Telephone
01670812166
Website
Visit
Address
Green Lane, Ashington NE63 8DH

Summary

Ashington Academy is a mixed secondary school located in Ashington, Northumberland, with a current enrolment of 966 students and a capacity of 1,250. As an academy sponsor-led institution, it operates under the North East Learning Trust, which provides governance and support to enhance educational outcomes. The academy is committed to fostering a positive learning environment that aligns with British values, promoting respect, tolerance, and community engagement.

The curriculum at Ashington Academy is designed to meet the diverse needs of its students, offering a broad range of subjects and opportunities for personal development. The school places a strong emphasis on academic achievement while also prioritising the well-being and individual support of students, including those with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (34.90%), Ashington Academy actively works to support its community, ensuring that all students have access to the resources and guidance they need to succeed. The school also provides valuable careers information and remote education provisions, ensuring that parents are well-informed and engaged in their children's education.

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Key details

LA
Northumberland
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
NORTH EAST LEARNING TRUST
Capacity
1250
Pupils
966
Boys
483
Girls
483
FSM %
34.90
Open date
2017-11-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-03-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northumberland

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 966 483 483 1250 34.90
2024-09-11 956 497 459 1250 32.70
2023-09-11 977 507 470 1250 29.00
2022-09-11 977 507 470 1250 29.00
2021-09-11 970 507 463 1250 29.10
2020-09-11 967 522 445 1250 25.10

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