Ashley Academy

URN: 149321 • South Shields NE34 0QA

Overview

Name
Ashley Academy
URN
149321
Type
Academy sponsor led
Phase
Primary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Trust
WISE ACADEMIES
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
37.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Tony Irvine (since 2025)
Telephone
01914564977
Website
Visit
Address
Temple Park Road, South Shields NE34 0QA

Summary

Ashley Academy, located in South Shields, is a mixed primary academy with a current enrolment of 406 pupils, operating under the WISE Academies Trust. The school prides itself on its inclusive ethos, encouraging high aspirations and personal development among all students. The recent Ofsted inspection in June 2025 highlighted the school's significant progress, awarding Outstanding ratings for Behaviour and Attitudes, Personal Development, Leadership and Management, and Early Years, with a Good rating for the Quality of Education.

The curriculum at Ashley Academy is designed to be ambitious and engaging, fostering curiosity and resilience while instilling a lifelong love of learning. The school community values the importance of parental involvement and actively encourages parents and carers to participate in their children's education. Recent improvements to the school environment include a newly developed outdoor area and a refurbished Nursery, enhancing the learning experience for younger pupils.

Ashley Academy is committed to ensuring that every child feels valued and supported, preparing them to become confident and thoughtful citizens. The school operates Monday to Friday from 8:40 am to 3:25 pm, and parents are encouraged to stay informed through fortnightly newsletters and the school’s Facebook page.

Key details

LA
South Tyneside
Age range
3 - 11
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Does not have a sixth form
Trust
WISE ACADEMIES
Capacity
420
Pupils
406
Boys
231
Girls
175
FSM %
42.60
Open date
2022-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Tyne and Wear

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 406 231 175 420 42.60
2024-09-11 407 223 184 420 39.30
2023-09-11 420
2022-09-11 420

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