XP Gateshead
URN: 148617 • Felling NE10 9UZ
Overview
- Name
- XP Gateshead
- URN
- 148617
- Type
- Free schools
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- XP SCHOOL TRUST LIMITED
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- n/a
- Ranking score
- 49.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Julie Mosley (since 2025)
- Telephone
- 01302898792
- Website
- Visit XP Gateshead website
- Address
-
Swards Road, Felling NE10 9UZ
Find on Google Maps
Summary
XP Gateshead is a mixed secondary free school located in Felling, Gateshead, catering to students aged 11-16. With a current enrolment of 198 pupils and a capacity of 250, the school emphasizes academic rigor, character development, and the production of high-quality work. The school operates with a fair-banding admissions process to ensure a balanced intake across various ability levels, requiring all applicants to complete a Fair Banding Assessment.
The school is dedicated to fostering a compassionate community, as reflected in its ethos. XP Gateshead prioritizes not only academic success but also the personal growth of its students. The school aims to create an inclusive environment where every student can thrive, supported by a structured curriculum and dedicated staff.
Parents interested in applying for a place at XP Gateshead should note that the admissions process is managed through the Local Authority, with a random lottery system in place due to high demand. For more information on the application process and school policies, parents can visit the school's website.
The school is dedicated to fostering a compassionate community, as reflected in its ethos. XP Gateshead prioritizes not only academic success but also the personal growth of its students. The school aims to create an inclusive environment where every student can thrive, supported by a structured curriculum and dedicated staff.
Parents interested in applying for a place at XP Gateshead should note that the admissions process is managed through the Local Authority, with a random lottery system in place due to high demand. For more information on the application process and school policies, parents can visit the school's website.
Useful links
- Statutory Policies (governance)
- XP Gateshead Statutory Website Policies (governance)
- XP Trust Website Statutory Policies (governance)
- Staff Absences (sen)
- We’re looking for an awesome SEND Learning Coach (TA) at Norton Campus! (sen)
- Leave a comment (sen)
- Year 6 Open Evening – Summary of Mr Said’s Presentation for families that were not able to attend (sen)
- https://xptrust.org/norton-campus-send-learning-coach-ta/ (sen)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Calendars (calendar)
Nearby alternatives
- Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Gateshead (77.2)
- Whickham School (71.0)
- St Thomas More Catholic School, Blaydon (66.1)
- Lord Lawson of Beamish Academy (64.5)
- Thorp Academy (64.0)
Key details
- LA
- Gateshead
- Age range
- 11 - 16
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Does not have a sixth form
- Trust
- XP SCHOOL TRUST LIMITED
- Capacity
- 250
- Pupils
- 198
- Boys
- 98
- Girls
- 100
- FSM %
- 37.40
- Open date
- 2021-08-31
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 198 | 98 | 100 | 250 | 37.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 150 | 78 | 72 | 250 | 33.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 50 | 24 | 26 | 250 | 30.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 50 | 24 | 26 | 250 | 30.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 250 |
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