Excelsior Academy
Excelsior Academy is a all-through located in Newcastle upon Tyne, NE15 6AF. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 3 to 19. It currently has approximately 1,460 pupils on roll.
Excelsior Academy is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy sponsor led. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study. It provides nursery classes for early years children.
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School Information
Phase of Education: All-through
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 3 to 19
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Has Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Newcastle upon Tyne
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1710
Number of Pupils: 1460
Number of Boys: 740
Number of Girls: 720
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 66.4
Last Changed Date: 2025-04-27
Inspection Report Summary
About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025.
Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to this page in a future update.
Overall Effectiveness: Requires Improvement
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Requires Improvement
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Good
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2024-06-19
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Hegarty
Phone: 01912288400
Website: https://excelsior.laidlawschoolstrust.co.uk
Location: Denton Road
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About Ofsted inspection information
Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying Ofsted's newer report card format will be added to the school page in a future update.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Excelsior Academy
What is the Ofsted rating of Excelsior Academy?
Excelsior Academy has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Excelsior Academy admit?
Excelsior Academy admits pupils from age 3 to 19.
Is Excelsior Academy a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Excelsior Academy is a mixed school.
What type of school is Excelsior Academy?
Excelsior Academy is a academy sponsor led offering all-through education.
What is the crime rate near Excelsior Academy?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Excelsior Academy on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near Excelsior Academy?
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