Walbottle Academy
URN: 148135 • Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE15 9TP
Overview
- Name
- Walbottle Academy
- URN
- 148135
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- NORTHERN EDUCATION TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 57.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Richard Harrison (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01912678221
- Website
- Visit Walbottle Academy website
- Address
-
Hexham Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE15 9TP
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Summary
Walbottle Academy is a mixed secondary academy located in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, serving approximately 1,725 pupils with a capacity of 1,885. As part of the Northern Education Trust, the academy prioritises outcomes and the welfare of its students, fostering a safe and supportive learning environment. The school's ethos is centred on providing a child-focused education that prepares students for life beyond school.
The curriculum at Walbottle Academy is designed to be inclusive and comprehensive, offering a range of subjects and enrichment opportunities to cater to diverse learning needs. The academy places significant emphasis on academic standards while also encouraging personal development through various extracurricular activities.
With a high percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (46.90%), Walbottle Academy is committed to overcoming barriers to learning and ensuring that all students have the opportunity to thrive. The school actively engages with parents and the community, promoting a collaborative approach to education and student success. For more information, parents can visit the academy's website.
The curriculum at Walbottle Academy is designed to be inclusive and comprehensive, offering a range of subjects and enrichment opportunities to cater to diverse learning needs. The academy places significant emphasis on academic standards while also encouraging personal development through various extracurricular activities.
With a high percentage of pupils eligible for free school meals (46.90%), Walbottle Academy is committed to overcoming barriers to learning and ensuring that all students have the opportunity to thrive. The school actively engages with parents and the community, promoting a collaborative approach to education and student success. For more information, parents can visit the academy's website.
Useful links
- Home (other)
- About (other)
- Vision & Values (other)
- Welcome from the Chief Executive (other)
- Welcome from the Principal (other)
- [email protected] (other)
- Admissions (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- 01912678221 (other)
Nearby alternatives
- St Mary's Catholic School (78.0)
- Sacred Heart Catholic High School (71.8)
- Whickham School (71.0)
- Gosforth Academy (70.4)
- Gosforth High School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- NORTHERN EDUCATION TRUST
- Capacity
- 1885
- Pupils
- 1725
- Boys
- 887
- Girls
- 838
- FSM %
- 46.90
- Open date
- 2020-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-01-26
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Tyne and Wear
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1725 | 887 | 838 | 1885 | 46.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1681 | 849 | 832 | 1885 | 46.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1589 | 795 | 794 | 1885 | 47.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1589 | 795 | 794 | 1885 | 47.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1619 | 813 | 806 | 1885 | 44.00 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1885 |
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