NCEA Duke's Secondary School
NCEA Duke's Secondary School is a secondary located in Northumberland, NE63 9FZ. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Requires Improvement. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 19. It currently has approximately 1,021 pupils on roll.
NCEA Duke's Secondary School 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 is part of the Diocese of Newcastle diocese.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy sponsor led
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 19
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: No Nursery Classes
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban city and town
Religious Diocese: Diocese of Newcastle
Local Authority: Northumberland
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1150
Number of Pupils: 1021
Number of Boys: 491
Number of Girls: 530
Special Classes Code: 0
Percentage on Free School Meals: 47.2
Last Changed Date: 2025-05-16
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: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2023-07-24
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Atkinson
Phone: 01670816111
Website: http://www.ncea.org.uk/
Location: Academy 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 NCEA Duke's Secondary School
What is the Ofsted rating of NCEA Duke's Secondary School?
NCEA Duke's Secondary School has been rated Requires Improvement by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does NCEA Duke's Secondary School admit?
NCEA Duke's Secondary School admits pupils from age 11 to 19.
Is NCEA Duke's Secondary School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
NCEA Duke's Secondary School is a mixed school.
What type of school is NCEA Duke's Secondary School?
NCEA Duke's Secondary School is a academy sponsor led offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near NCEA Duke's Secondary School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around NCEA Duke's Secondary School on this page. The data is sourced from the Police UK API and covers a 12-month rolling period.
Are there homes available near NCEA Duke's Secondary School?
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