Ponteland High School

URN: 145783 • Ponteland NE20 9EG

Overview

Name
Ponteland High School
URN
145783
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
PELE TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
80.0 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Stefan McElwee (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01661824711
Website
Visit
Address
The Crescent, Ponteland NE20 9EG

Summary

Ponteland High School is a mixed secondary academy located in Ponteland, Northumberland, with a current enrolment of 1,543 students and a capacity of 1,600. The school prioritises the well-being and academic success of its students, fostering a safe and supportive environment. The ethos of the school centres around improving teaching and learning to achieve high educational outcomes.

The curriculum at Ponteland High School is structured to provide an engaging experience, particularly during Key Stage 3, while offering a predominantly academic focus at Key Stage 4, where most subjects are taught as GCSE courses. Additionally, the school provides vocational options and alternative pathways, such as the Prince's Trust programme for select students. The sixth form is noted for its vibrant and successful offerings, combining academic rigor with extracurricular opportunities.

The school values strong partnerships with parents and carers, recognising their essential role in student success. Through various events and initiatives, Ponteland High School aims to create a collaborative community that supports students throughout their secondary education journey. For more information, visit their website at http://ponthigh.org.uk/.

Key details

LA
Northumberland
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
PELE TRUST
Capacity
1600
Pupils
1543
Boys
784
Girls
759
FSM %
12.10
Open date
2019-02-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2023-05-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northumberland

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1543 784 759 1600 12.10
2024-09-11 1548 796 752 1600 11.90
2023-09-11 1578 781 797 1600 9.80
2022-09-11 1578 781 797 1600 9.80
2021-09-11 1580 774 806 1145 8.50
2020-09-11 1572 778 794 1145 7.40

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