Whickham School
Whickham School is a secondary located in Gateshead, NE16 5AR. According to the most recent Ofsted inspection, the school has been rated Not Rated. The school admits pupils aged 11 to 18. It currently has approximately 1,673 pupils on roll.
Whickham School is a co-educational (mixed) school. It is classified as a academy converter. The school has a sixth form for post-16 study.
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School Information
Phase of Education: Secondary
School Type: Academy converter
Gender: Mixed
Ages Taught: 11 to 18
Boarding: No boarders
Nursery Provision: Not applicable
Sixth Form: Has a sixth form
Urban/Rural: (England/Wales) Urban major conurbation
Religious Diocese: Not applicable
Local Authority: Gateshead
Enrollment & Capacity
School Capacity: 1713
Number of Pupils: 1673
Number of Boys: 860
Number of Girls: 813
Special Classes Code: 2
Percentage on Free School Meals: 21.0
Last Changed Date: 2025-06-02
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: Not Rated
Category of Concern: N/A
Quality of Education: Good
Behaviour & Attitudes: Good
Personal Development: Good
Leadership & Management: Good
Early Years Provision: Not Rated
Sixth Form Provision: Good
Safeguarding Effective: Yes
Inspection Date: 2025-04-03
Full Ofsted Report: View on Ofsted Website
Contact
Headteacher: Turnbull
Phone: 01914960026
Website: http://www.whickhamschool.org/
Location: Burnthouse Lane, Whickham
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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 Whickham School
What is the Ofsted rating of Whickham School?
Whickham School has been rated Not Rated by Ofsted in its most recent inspection.
What ages does Whickham School admit?
Whickham School admits pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Whickham School a boys', girls', or mixed school?
Whickham School is a mixed school.
What type of school is Whickham School?
Whickham School is a academy converter offering secondary education.
What is the crime rate near Whickham School?
You can view detailed crime statistics for the area around Whickham 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 Whickham School?
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